Shuri: *calls T’challa* Brother, I need to talk to you about this, it’s important.
T’challa: *in the middle of a fight alongside Nakia and Okoye* Of course, sister, what is it?
Shuri: Okay, so I’m talking to this cute girl, whose sexuality I don’t know, and she just sent me the text “aw ily” with a pink heart emoji. Is she interested, or is she a straight girl being friendly?
Okoye: Are you serious? We’re a little busy right n-
This is the scene where M’Baku calls out Shuri during the challenge. I love that everyone surrounding her snaps to action, but please check out Shuri’s body-language here.
Look at her face.
She is looking M’Baku dead in the eye. Her stance is open and relaxed. She’s not the least bit intimidated.
Also notice that Shuri’s mom and most of the Dora aren’t pointing those vibranium spears at M’Baku.