"Fall Classic II: Ropin The Wind" 9/29/17
Oct 1, 2017 21:33:07 GMT -5
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The camera opens up inside the Gutterson Fieldhouse in Burlington, Vermont. There's signs everywhere as the crowd is worked up in a serious frenzy. After doing a lap around the front row which includes the black flag waving pirates, Phoenix Quagliaterre’s oldest child Sindaya, and newest SAP staff member Lauren Maldano, they get to the announce table. Jackson, Judd, and Chris are all ready as Aiden sits next to them in his recliner.
Jackson: Welcome to our second annual Fall Classic! Tonight has what is possibly the most important match in SAP history as the company is literally on the line.
Judd: There's plenty of other top matches on tonight's show including four title matches. One of them being the first time the X championship will be defended in SAP.
Chris: Yeah it's gunna be awesome, or whatever, I don't care.
Jackson just rolls his eyes.
Jackson: Enough of us, let's get the show going.
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The scene opens up with a shot of SAP's North Atlantic Champion. The focus is on his serious expression and VERY critical eye as he walks in a circle around none other than his Official Note Taker.
The crowd cheers at the sight of Celeste, with her hair done up in a bun and those horn rimmed glasses on her face. The camera zooms out a bit to show that she is wearing a much more modest business suit with pants rather than a skirt as Mr. Vialpando requested.
Felix’s eyes narrow as he circles behind her. Celeste nibbles nervously at her bottom lip. When her boss speaks she tenses up a bit.
FELIX: Bueno. You dressed like I asked, gracias. Now if only we could curb your antics around here!
CELESTE: I'm sorry about what you saw last show Mr. Vialpando—
FELIX: BAH!
He cuts her off and shakes his head vigorously. It is not lost on him that the crowd is cheering louder.
FELIX: We will NOT SPEAK OF IT AGAIN! Entender?!
CELESTE: SI, jefe.
Felix rolls his eyes while mutter ay-yi-yi under his breath.
FELIX: Big week this week Celeste. For both of us. All our hard work is payingoff and people are noticing just how great I am! And you! They gave you a title shot tonight. We will get to that in a minute. I have to defend my Undisputed North Atlantic Championship against that gringo Mark Storm…I hope you have some notes for me Celeste.
Celeste sighs and relaxes a little. She smiles and turns toward Felix while bringing up a small memo pad. After licking her finger, she flips a couple pages over and stops.
CELESTE: Here's what I got. Mark Storm just defeated SAP’s esteemed owner, Ty , in a best of five series with a quick roll up. This tells us two things. One, never let your guard down with him even if he seems like he is down for the count. That's how he got the better of Ty. And two, keep the pressure on him so he cannot have that opening in the first place.
Celeste grins proudly. Felix nods.
FELIX: That makes perfect sense. And we all know I don't let up until the final bell, until the kill is complete. Like the Falcon…
Felix continues on his speech as Celeste turns around and grabs a poster. She tapes it up to the wall quickly, stopping Felix mid-sentence when he notices it. The poster is of Mark Storm in some wreslting pose promoting on of his events.
FELIX: What is this Celeste?
He asks with a raised eyebrow. Celeste reaches into her pocket and takes out a Sharpie and a stack of post-it notes. She presents these proudly to her boss.
CELESTE: We are taking this note taking thing to the next level Mr. Vialpando. And we are doing it with the help of post-its and Sharpie! You can thank Lauren Maladano for the excellent writing utensils.
Celeste gives a wink to the camera. Felix taps his foot impatiently.
CELESTE: Right. So I was thinking all these notes are great but the people out there don't see how important they are. Attention spans are not what they used to be. We need to keep those eyes on us…you…at all times. And the best way to do that is to make things pop out at them!
Not unlike how She did last show. Unintentionally of course…
CELESTE: So with the help of buzz words we are going to make our point. For instance, it is known Mark Storm hops around to different places hoping to catch a break. Win a title. And for that, we call him a drifter. Which makes him unfocused!
Celeste then writes the word on the post-it, tears it from the pad and then slaps it onto the poster of Mark Storm. In big black letters is the word “UNFOCUSED”, taped over his right shoulder.
CELESTE: Next, we've all heard him talk up how great he is supposed to be. But we all know that's not him, that's YOU, Mr. Vialpando! Which makes Mark Storm a LIAR!
Celeste writes liar on the post-it then sticks it right in the center of Mark's chest. Felix nods his head with a smirk on his face.
CELESTE: And of course, tonight he gets in the ring with you. Trying to win the North Atlantic Championship. Will he?
FELIX: ABSOLUTELY NOT!
CELESTE: Exactly! Which in turn makes him a…
Celeste scribbles on the post-it and proudly slaps it on Mark Storm’s head. The word reads…
CELESTE: LOSER! To review…
Celeste clears her throat and taps each word with her finger as she addresses the camera.
CELESTE: Your opponent tonight, Mr. Vialpando, is an unfocused…lying…loser. That's all these people need to know. The cliffnotes version. And that, is that.
Celeste caps the Sharpie before placing it and the post-it pad back in her pocket.
FELIX: Makes sense. Good. Now let's get prepared. Rapido!
Felix and Celeste walk off camera leaving the scene to focus on the poster of Mark Storm it fades.
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Raven Monetta vs. Desmond Masters
The match started off with Masters taking control early. He used his superior striking ability to keep Raven from performing much offense. He tried to take it to the air with a shooting star press but Raven rolled out of the way in time. As Desmond was starting to get up Raven darted for the ropes. Once to his feet Masters turned around to catch a spear from Monetta. She hooked both legs and got the win.
Jackson: Monetta with the victory!
Judd: It may have taken her a while to get her first win but it didn't take too long for the second. Raven could be picking up steam here.
Jackson: You could be right Judd and it's always a good thing when wins are clustered together.
Winner: Raven Monetta
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As the scene comes up, the camera slowly pans around the roof of the Gutterson Fieldhouse. The sun is just about set which makes the views that much better with the buildings around beginning to get lit up. After a moment, the camera falls upon SAP's most marketable wrestler, CJ Cross who takes off his sunglasses and places them on top of his head before beginning to talk to the camera in front of him.
CJ: When I started here a month ago or so, there was talk about how small this company is. In fact during my first card there was talk about how many tickets they were going to sell for the event. Twenty thousand tickets was the goal... It was a number that even the SAP upper management felt that they would not be able to reach. Over the next couple of cards... something has happened.
CJ pauses a moment before speaking up once more.
CJ: Talk of hoping to sell tickets stop... Talk of SAP being just a small federation that can not compete with the bigger feds have stopped. Also you can even check the facts, but the sales of merchandise have gone up. Think it is a coincidence?
CJ shakes his head a bit answering his own question.
CJ: I do not think so. SAP you did a great thing when you hired me. There might be a lot of great young wrestlers out there today, but none of them have what I can bring to the table. I am young with a face that will look good on all the SAP marketing and banners. Inside the ring I do not bring the same old thing either. Everyone you look you can see bodyslams, but high flyers and flashy moves are the ones that put the butts in the seats.
CJ stops to collect his thoughts once more before continuing once again.
CJ: Like I am standing here on the top of the roof, after tonight when I face off with Brendan Samuels, the National Champion, I will be at the top once more. This match is the biggest match of my young career and I am not about to let it slip away. I am going to bring all that I have to that ring. Brendan, if you want to hang on to that title then you are going to have to almost kill me to do so.
CJ exaggerated a bit, but the point was made.
CJ: When I win this title, it will not matter who wins the main event and gets control of SAP. Because once I am SAP's National Champion, it will be me and my fans who will begin leading the charge. Under my reign, SAP will become more than just the little federation that they make themselves out to be.
CJ takes his sunglasses from his head and places them back on before speaking up once more.
CJ: SAP Wrestling... You're going to be in great hands with the Most Marketable Man in wrestling!
After finishing his promo, CJ heads on off out of the cameras view leaving it to slowly fade away to end the scene.
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Mason Mateo is standing in the ring waiting to see who his opponent is supposed to be. Mitch Parker then makes his way out to the ramp with a microphone. Parker mentions how he had a match but his opponent left the company leaving him without anyone to face. And as long as Mason stood in the ring he was going to face him tonight.
Mitch Parker vs. Mason Mateo
The two went at it right away, trying to impress the crowd and the officials in the back. Mason tried using his power to his advantage but Mason kept grounding him to keep him away from his strengths. As Mason was starting to battle back into favor “Never Scared” by Bonecrusher began to play throughout the arena. Both men stopped in their tracks and the crowd gave a very mixed reaction as Vince Steel made his way through the curtain.
Jackson: Vince Steel has returned!
Judd: And he doesn't look happy!
Vince made his way to the ring. He stepped inside and looked at both men. Mitch and Mateo looked at each other and just nodded before they tried to get Vince before he got them. The problem is that it backfired. Vince was more than ready for a fight. Steel began to level the two and showed no mercy as he continued the onslaught well after either man could continue. Steel made sure he left a message for everyone that was watching. That he was back and he was no one to mess with.
Winner: No Contest
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NORA HARRIS: Well hi there, Spirit and Pride fans! Nora Harris here, and I'm here again to wrestle for all you lovely people! I'm just so excited that I get a chance to face the Satsujin, though I'm not sure which two?
Nora shows how she got the Noradorable nickname by the sweetly confused look on her face as she taps her chin with her fingers and looks up and to the right.
NORA HARRIS: I mean is it Malaya Diyosa and Cappadonna, or Malaya and Nari, or Nari and Cappadonna, or Malaya and Nari? Add to that... I haven't even gotten to meet my partner Iris Hawthorne yet! But I want to let her know and all you fans that I take being in a tag team very seriously, that I will do my best not to let the fans and my partner down! I've got your back Iris!
Nora waves at the camera then and bounces out of the range of the shot as it goes elsewhere.
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Satsujin vs. Nora Harris & Iris Hawthorne
Malaya walked around ringside as she gave her teammates advice on how to start the match. Using her sexuality to try and distract anyone near by. Nora and Iris weren't having it and just wanted the match to start. The bell rang and Cappadonna started the match against Nora. Cappadonna tried fending off Nora with her martial arts background but the tiny and defiant Harris found a way to take Cappadonna to the ground. Nora tried to wear her down with some submissions but she broke free and made the tag to her powerhouse partner. Nora used her speed at first as an advantage to Nari but once Chang grabbed a hold of her the tone of the match changed. Nari used her strong offense to put a hurting on Nora. Chang went for a corner splash but Harris rolled out of the way and managed to tag in Iris. Hawthorne matched up a bit better height wise to Chang and came in hot. The two started brawling but the fresher Iris got the advantage. Iris kept up the heat and soon she had Chang set up for “Crushing Spirits” but Malaya jumped up onto the apron. The ref turned his attention to Malaya trying to get her off of the apron. Iris then dropped Chang and started to walk towards Malaya when Cappadonna springboarded into the ring to hit the “Fatal Flying Guillotine” (springboard leg lariat). Nora ran into the ring but Cappadonna tossed her right out and followed after her. As Chang came too Malaya jumped down off of the apron. Nari then pulled Hawthorne up and connected with the “WMD” (michinoku driver) and got the three count.
Jackson: The Satsujin Triad stole one here tonight!
Judd: The numbers game almost always comes into effect Jackson.
Nora fights off Cappadonna and slides back into the ring to check on Iris. Soon the entire Satsujin Triad is in the ring and looking at their opponents. Nora and Iris stand up not looking to back down from a fight. Soon a man comes running down the ramp and slides into the ring and stands next to Nora and Iris.
Jackson: Recent signing Oliver Overton has shown up to make things even here!
Judd: He might have just caused himself a future headache. The Satsujin Triad are not a team to mess with.
The two sides exchange some trash talk before Satsujin rolls out of the ring and heads up the ramp.
Winners: Satsujin
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When the scene opens up again on the roof of the arena, CJ is not alone, this time around his girlfriend Celeste joins him as she looks around and smiles a bit.
Celeste: You are right, it is a nice night and the view up here is breathtaking.
CJ: Well while it is nice, there is only one view that is breathtaking.
He shoots her a smile while she blushes a bit once Celeste catches on to what he is talking about. CJ glances down at the bag in her hand, which she is clutching by the handles before glancing back up at her.
CJ: What is that? Did you set up a picnic for us up here?
Celeste: No, you know we are not supposed to eat right before our matches silly.
She lets out a slight laugh before CJ speaks up again.
CJ: Then why did you bring that with you?
Celeste: You cannot come up on a roof CJ without having a little fun right?
She then heads on off across the roof towards the side that has the superstar entrance to the arena. She sets the bag down as CJ hurries to catch up to her.
Celeste: I hope the next person out of those doors is someone I don't like!
Once CJ catches up to her, Celeste pulls out the first of many filled water balloons.
CJ: No way! Water balloons!?
All Celeste does is smirk and a big smile is plastered on her face. She then turns her head to look over the roof and to the ground below seeing a few people standing around. Some smoking, while others are just getting fresh air.
Celeste: Bombs away!
She then lets the balloon go, the impact does not get anyone directly, but the splash after the balloon hits the ground probably gets a few a little wet. The two young kids move out of view knowing they would look up as they both erupt in laughter.
CJ: Your aim was not very good!
Celeste: Yeah!? Well neither is yours in the bathroom!
The two continue to share a laugh as they let the shock below wear off a bit before CJ reaches into the bag and grabs a balloon.
CJ: Let me show you how it is done!
CJ slowly leans his head over the edge to notice that the people down below has either moved, or just went back to what they were doing. CJ has a figure lined up but they end up moving just in time to miss just like Celeste did.
Celeste: HA! You missed!
CJ: You know who I won't miss?
Just as CJ is about to reach in the bag to get one to throw at Celeste when suddenly the two are grabbed by the back of their shirts by the same man that they were running from two weeks ago.
OX: You two are at it again huh?
Last week, the SAP head of security Brendan Van Appldorn got hit by flying food off the spoon of Celeste and they were able to run off and escape any trouble with him. This time, they seem not so lucky.
CJ: Dude relax, we were just having fun.
OX: The fun is over for you two!
Celeste and CJ look at one another as they wonder what might be in store for them. Thankfully the two are in a relationship and their non-verbal communication is on point. CJ slightly motions over to OX with his foot giving her orders to get out of this.
OX: Ow! Damnit!
Celeste catches on and stomps down on OX's foot which loosens his grip on her and allows her to get away. Almost at the same time, CJ uses an elbow to his ribs which gets him free as well as the two begin taking off in a run again towards the stairs leaving OX and the bag of balloons behind.
OX: Damn kids!
The scenes comes to an end with the door to the staircase slamming shut behind OX as he tries to chase down the two youngsters in love.
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Veronica Taylor vs. Desiree Jenkins
The bad blood was evident in this one as soon as the bell rang. Desiree came out like a house on fire with wild strikes. Not all of them made it which allowed Taylor to drive a knee into her gut to cut her off. Taylor then sent Des to the mat when she grabbed her by the hair and slammed her down. Taylor kept up the attack by putting her feet on both sides of Jenkins’ head on her hair and pulling up on her arms. The referee called for a break and Taylor reluctantly let go at 4. Taylor continued to control the match with underhanded tactics. Taylor then went for a superkick but Desiree evaded it and then caught Taylor with a dropkick right to the chin. Both women were down for a moment. The referee started counting but they both soon made their way back to their feet. The two exchanged some words which ended up with Taylor slapping Jenkins in the face followed up by “#basicremover” (codebreaker). Taylor went for the cover but Jenkins kicked out. Taylor pulled Jenkins to her feet and threw her into the corner. She hit her with repeated slaps just telling her to stay down and lose. Jenkins fired back with some elbow strikes. Jenkins worked her way out of the corner but Taylor stopped her short again when she raked her eyes. Taylor then whipped Jenkins into the ropes. She went for a clothesline but Des ducked it and rebounded off the ropes again catching Taylor with “Lawn Dart” (spear). Desiree got the cover and the three count.
Jackson: Desiree Jackson with the redemption win tonight!
Judd: I gotta give it to her. There's always something extra special about a win against an opponent you can't stand.
Jackson: With two wins here in SAP we will have to watch and see what's next for Desiree Jenkins.
Winner: Desiree Jenkins
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The show cuts backstage again and once again on the image of Celeste. She is dressed in a flannel shirt, jeans, and…cowboy boots. A Bull rope is wrapped around her left shoulder and of course there is a cowboy hat situated on top of her head.
CELESTE: Tonight marks my singles match debut here in SAP and it is only fitting that it's for the new X Title. Even more fitting is that the match stipulation goes along with the theme of the show, Ropin the Wild. In fact, it is the ONLY western match on the card! So I am taking full advantage of this. I mean come on, SAP placed me in this match for the X title because they know how marketable I am. How I can take this whole theme to the next level and give you guys the best fight on the card.
Celeste tips her cowboy hat at the camera.
CELESTE: The champion, Nick Redfield is an accomplished competitor here and other places abroad. A notable name in the WCS universe. This contest will not be easy for me. And it won't be easy for him either. We know what we are walking into. We know whom we are up against. Nick is stepping into that ring with the gal who outlasted over 130 wrestlers in the dreaded and infamous Tower match! The one who started her career here at SAP with a win in tag team competition and is definitely carrying that momentum into this match tonight.
Celeste takes the rope off her shoulder and lets it unravel to the ground.
CELESTE: This here rope will decide our fate tonight. It will either assist or hinder my chance to become SAP X Champion. I've been training all week. Tugging and pulling a big frickin tire around so I can last the whole rodeo with Nick Redfield. I'm fully prepared for tonight. Tonight I grab the bull by its horns!
Celeste makes two fists and shakes them.
CELESTE: I will wrangle it to the ground! Drag it across that ring to each corner. This is no home on the range, where the deer and the antelope play, oh no, this is a contest of wills! A fight between woman and beast! I will show you I deserve to be champion.
The camera pans back further to show none other than SAP Head of Security, OX, slowly sneaking up on Celeste from behind. There is also a cd player sitting on top of a stool. The crowd buzzes in the background.
CELESTE: Now in the “Spirit” of this show, I decided to fully embrace the western theme. I listened to some country songs. And I still stick by the only one I knew as my favorite. Let me sing you a few bars!
Celeste turns and hits play on the cd player. The song “Achy Breaky Heart” by Billy Ray Cyrus plays. Celeste sings along with it, oblivious to OX creeping up behind her.
CELESTE: But don't tell my heart, My achy breaky heart
I just don't think he'd understand…
Her VERY off key notes reverberate off the hallway walls. Ox immediately slaps his hands to his ears and groans in pain behind Celeste as she keeps singing…
CELESTE: And if you tell my heart, My achy breaky heart
He might blow up and kill this man!
Celeste grins at the camera while tipping her cowboy hat.
CELESTE: Second verse! “You can tell your mom I moved to Arka—”
SMASH!
The sound of OX grabbing and smashing the cd player against the wall to make the music…and Celeste’s singing…stop, echoes as she immediately turns around.
CELESTE: Hey I was entertaining here dammit! UH…Hi Ox…
Celeste giggles shyly with a small wave before turning on her heels and dashing down the hall. Ox is too busy checking to see if his ears are bleeding to continue the pursuit. Though he glares in the direction Celeste ran off. The scene fades on his annoyed expression.
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Adalynn Duncan vs. Heidi Thompson
The crowd did not hold back at all as they showered Duncan with boo’s after her turn on Heidi. She didn't seem much interested in the crowd as she did at Heidi across the ring from her. The bell rang and Addy came out swinging. She nailed Heidi with a series of hard strong strikes. Heidi tried to get into the match but Addy wasn't taking it using hard elbows and even a headbutt at one point to cement her dominance. Duncan didn't wait long and whipped Heidi into the ropes and followed after her to hit “No Doubt” (roaring elbow). Addy placed a foot on the chest of Thompson and told the ref to count. They did and Adalynn got the three count.
Jackson: Wow, what a win by Adalynn Duncan.
Judd: Remember this moment. This is the exact moment Adalynn Duncan told everyone in SAP that she is sick of being looked over. This woman just made everyone take notice.
Jackson: I think people were noticing before but tonight she really pulled in the attention. I'm interested to see what's next!
Judd: I'm sure her next opponent isn't.
Winner: Adalynn Duncan
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As the scene fades in the crowd bursts into a mix of boos and cheers as the Undisputed SAP North Atlantic Champion Felix Vialpando is seen walking down the hall with his two titles draped over his shoulders. He was looking down at his phone replying to a text message not exactly paying any attention to where he was going as he just arrived to the arena. A local wrestler who was opening up the show in a dark match nearly runs into him and Felix looks up from his phone even more annoyed than he was with whoever it was he was texting.
FELIX VIALPANDO: What the heck are you doing?! Don’t you see ME walking here?! Who the hell are you even?
LOCAL WRESTLER: M--
FELIX VIALPANDO: Shut up, I don’t give a damn who you are. You know who I am? Do you see these titles? Huh!? DO YA?!
The man nods slowly and before he gets to say something else Felix cuts him off yet again.
FELIX VIALPANDO: That’s right! I’m the best Vialpando to ever live! I’m the best champion this company could ever ask for. I’m face of this here place and the world renown GOAT of SAP! You hear me?! I’m the Undisputed SAP North Atlantic Champion?! You see me walking you best get the hell out of the freaking way! You freaking nobody. I’m Felix freaking Vialpando! Now go take some damn notes and stay the hell out of my way!
Felix watches the man scurry off and shakes his head.
FELIX VIALPANDO: Piece of Styrofoam crabby patty.
He grunts and turns to go back to replying to the text message and groans.
FELIX VIALPANDO: Apuesto a que está durmiendo con él….pinche puta.
Felix mutters under his breath not enough for the cameras to catch. As he keeps walking he and texting he runs behind someone and groans out in anger.
FELIX VIALPANDO: HOW MANY FREAKING TIMES DO I HAVE TO TELL YOU PEOPLE TO STAY OUT OF MY FREAKING WAY?!
ASHLEY MALDANO: WATCH AND EXCUSEEE YOURSELF!
The camera pans out to show the number one contender for the North Atlantic Championship, Ashley Maldano standing there dressed in her ring gear. As she looks at the current champion she smirks at him, before shaking her head, stomping her new custom black and gold #AoTW docs.
ASHLEY MALDANO: Watch it man! Do you know how expensive these custom docs were?! They ain't the ones for your skull so don't get your DNA all over this pair! Sheeeessssh!
She grunts before her eyes focus on his belt, widening as she smirks.
ASHLEY MALDANO: I see my future right before my eyes! Man... it's gonna feel good. Reaaaaaal dang good!
She says, slapping her hand on the belt smirking as she looks at him, dead in the eye.
ASHLEY MALDANO: I came into this company everyone assuming I wasn't going to make a statement. Tonight I walk out of here with not only the Great American Champion... but the pure satisfaction of knowing that I'm inches closer to getting that belt right there.
She says bluntly, before looking back at the championship.
ASHLEY MALDANO: I hope you're ready for the ride of your life. You haven't defending that championship against anyone like me. When I see something I want, I make a sheer point of getting it. And each and every time I get what I want.
She says, glaring at him with a crimson smile.
ASHLEY MALDANO: It's nothing personal buddy, just simple business.
Ashley pats his shoulder as she smirks. Felix pulls his shoulder away and stares at Ashley.
FELIX VIALPANDO: You aren’t laying a damn finger on MY championship. You should be more focused on not losing to Brandon Banks for the third time. You haven’t been taking notes, that much is evident.
He grunts.
FELIX VIALPANDO: And without you taking notes, you aren’t gonna even sniff a ounce of luck to beat me and take away MY belt. So after I’m done with you, Ashley...You can run back home and hope to fight another day. You’re just gonna lose on Sunday too so you can lose hope on winning that Golden Opportunity too.
Felix laughs to himself.
FELIX VIALPANDO: Good thing you’re all about la familia nowadays. You have something to keep you from ending up like tu hermana after you become yet again a disappointment to everyone y to yourself.
Ashley simply stands there with a simple grin on her face. With her eyes nearly staring daggers into his, she wipes her index finger along her jawline as she giggles.
ASHLEY MALDANO: You wanna know what I did the night "my sister" died? I got drunk and had a little celebration in enjoyment that a curse was lifted and the devils reigns were lifted. She wasn't a sister or family to me, her death meant nothing, so trying to get me for it was simply silly.
Her words were cold as ice as she glared him down. She smiled before dropping her hand as she spoke.
ASHLEY MALDANO: I'm no disappointment, I'm one of the fastest rising stars this industry has today, no damn doubt about it. And tonight the entire world is about to be shook by yours truly. Watch. You wanna talk about notes? Sweet I'm collecting the notes day by day. You just sit tight and enjoy the show while you can because pretty soon there's going to be a new face of SAP. You'll see.
She threatens before smirking up.
ASHLEY MALDANO: Keep underestimating me. Where I come from those who underestimate usually end up getting what they deserve for ridiculously thinking that. At whatever cost.
Ashley stares in his eyes and smiles. Felix stares hard at her and then rolls his eyes.
FELIX VIALPANDO: In your freaking dreams. Get out of my way, MALDANO. I have a championship match to prepare for. Might wanna tune in and take some more notes.
Felix brushes past her and groans. He says something under his breath as he walks away and then stops midway just to turn around and throw a notepad at her. He smiles satisfied with what he just did and turns around to storm off leaving Ashley standing there.
Ashley stands there with a simple on her face before bending down to pick up the notebook. She holds it up to her face, biting down on the spring of pad.
ASHLEY MALDANO: Ohhhhh it's gonna feel so great stomping on his throat...
She shakes her head before whistling as she walks down the hallway, heading to round 3 of one of the biggest matches of her career.
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X Championship Match
Bullrope Match
Nick Redfield © vs. Celeste
As soon as both competitors were attached to the rope the bell rang. The two circled each other each pulling in on the rope to get closer to the other. Or in Celeste’s case to get closer to the cowbell in the middle she was eyeing. The two finally got close and Nick struck first as as Celeste tried to get the cowbell. Redfield hit a few forearms before an enziguri that sent her back into the corner. Redfield came into the corner looking for a yakuza kick but Celeste tightened the rope and pushed it onto Nick’s foot sending him rolling backwards out of the corner. As Redfield got up Celeste ran out of the corner and clotheslined him with the rope. Celeste then began to use the rope as a weapon on Nick. Choking him and then whipping him with it. Nick had a grimace on his face to match the welts on his back. He didn't back down however. Nick was the first to actually grab the cowbell and caught Celeste right in the gut with it. She doubled over and he hit her in the back with the bell. Nick then headed for the turnbuckles but only got one before Celeste started roping him in. The two went at it again. Celeste caught Nick with a beautiful roundhouse kick that dropped him. She then turned her attention to the corners. Right as she was about to hit three Redfield yanked back hard on the rope pulling her backwards towards him. The crowd was invested as people were cheering for both competitors. They each tried to rally but it was Nick who took the lead. He then grabbed hold of Celeste and hit her with “Taxi Driver” (package piledriver) onto the cowbell. Celeste looked hurt and Nick wasted no time darting for the corners, getting all four.
Jackson: That was a battle!
Judd: The X championship might be the newest addition to the SAP titles but these two just showed that it still means quite a lot to the roster. They went out there and brutalized each other.
Jackson: I think Celeste performed exceptionally well here tonight.
Judd: She did, she's got an incredibly bright future. But so does Nick and he just had her number tonight. He's made it clear that this title reign means a lot to him. It's his first title. The emotion just may have been more on his side here.
The title is handed to Nick and a smile is on his face but he still has a hand wrapped around his head. He gets to his feet and meets Celeste in the middle of the ring. The two shake hands and share a hug to the applause of the fans as they appreciate the sportsmanship. Celeste then exits the ring and heads for the ramp. Nick takes in another round of cheers from the crowd. Raising the belt in the air and saying it's for them. However he never sees Adalynn Duncan slide into the ring behind him and nail him with “No Doubt” (roaring elbow) to the back of the head dropping the champ.
Jackson: My god! Duncan just leveled the champ!
Judd: Remember when I said that Adalynn just let the whole roster know that she's no one to mess with? That was premature, this is that moment.
Duncan then reaches down and grabs the X championship. She then raises the belt high in the air. Showing her objective.
Jackson: Well I think we just found out what title she's going to use that contract on.
Winner: Nick Redfield
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The cameras cut backstage to Phoenix Quagliaterre inhaling deeply as she bends down to stretch her right leg out before moving onto her left leg. She stands upright and begins bouncing from one foot to another, shaking out her hands before letting out a long exhale while her manager, Jae-Yun Sun watches with great worry at her side. Once she leans against the hallway wall, he leans against the wall with her and adjusts her VPW Hardcore Title on his left shoulder before addressing her.
Jae-Yun Sun: Breathe...
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I just really hope that we're ready... we've all seemed out of sync far as being completely on the same page as of late. I want... I want to save SAP so that the talent doesnt suffer under Cole's rule.
Jae-Yun Sun: And you will... you all will. Just.. positive thinking.
Phoenix nods her head, opening her mouth to say something when a woman made her way over to them. Phoenix raises an eyebrow, wondering if Ty sent for her or something. The woman shows her backstage pass and eagerly begins talking while waving her hands animatedly while pointing at Jae-Yun as he looked on with heavy confusion. As soon as Phoenix comprehends the woman's sentences that she seems to string together while talking, Phoenix shakes her head no.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: No... that is NOT Chimchim.
But the woman protests that it is as she angrily slaps Phoenix's hands away while trying to reach out and touch the amused Jae-Yun who she believes to be Park Jimin. Phoenix has to wave her hand to get the attention of a security guard and explain that the woman either needed to be escorted to her seat or out of the building. While watching the kicking and screaming woman be led away, Phoenix returns her attention back to Jae-Yun who is laughing into a closed fist with sparkling eyes.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: Anyways...
Jae-Yun Sun: And what was that about?
Phoenix Quagliaterre: Nothing, mistaken identity or maybe she's drunk I don't know.
Phoenix immediately tries steering the conversation back to the topic at hand.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: But yes, positive thinking is important but... i still can not help but to worry. What started off as a team seems to be split with everyone having their own goals in mind that goes beyond this match when everything is all said and done. And... that is fine, i wish everyone the best but I mean this match... we have SO much riding on it. And i wonder if we can all pull it together to be able to work as a strong team to put down Hellfire Club for good and put Cole in his place.
She sighs with frustration.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: It's not that i don't believe in us... I do but I mean the fans have been so split as of late. My fans see just me now and they no longer see X, Gabe and I as a team... so of course their support has been solely focused on me. And like... doesn't feel like a trio anymore. It feels so weird... but I mean i guess people truly do grow apart and that's fine. If they want to do their own thing now, i respect that.. meaning I just need to focus on me and what I need to do then. Things have been like this for a while now... i guess I am the first to really just speak it into existence and shed light on it.
She seems a bit bothered about this for a moment as Jae-Yun just listens intently to everything she's saying.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I should have expected it to be temporary... I mean X and Gabe don't get along enough to tag team... plus they seem content on doing things their way solo. And I... I have this...
She hits the plate of the Hardcore Title with her knuckles.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I guess tonight is not just an end of one era concerning the Hellfire Club... it also marks the end of our era as well.
She sighs softly before pushing herself off the wall, looking towards the left end of the hallway.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: Lets go get my hands wrapped and talk strategy... I need to be focused for this.
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Bloody Mary vs. Cailey Carter
Cailey tried to chain with Mary early which was a bad idea. Mary wasn't playing games tonight as she tried to put a real hurting on little miss sunshine. Mary was brutal with joint locks before focusing right on the back of Carter. She landed a few backbreaker s before placing her in a bow and arrow but Carter refused to give in. This likely only made Mary more angry. Now Mary moved to the more power based offense she's known for. She threw Cailey into the corner and hit her with some shoulder thrusts followed by a face wash that had Carter reeling. Mary pulled her out of the corner and then ran across the ring before planting her with a Death Valley driver. She went for the cover but pulled Cailey up at two herself. Not yet happy with the amount of damage she's done. Mary pulled Cailey up and connected with “Wasteland of the Soul” (double underhook piledriver and got the win.
Jackson: Mary bounces back with a win here tonight at Fall Classic!
Judd: Tonight is a night of statement wins cause Mary just had another one right here. The way she pulled Cailey up when she wasn't done with her just shows what Mary is about. A loss against the National champion is nothing to Mary. She's going to bounce back.
Winner: Bloody Mary
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Brandon Banks is seen staring at his Great American championship. The expression on his face is difficult to read as he looks up and releases a sigh. His attention turns to the sound of footsteps coming up behind, his expression changing to a faint smirk as he sees the person heading his way.
BB: This probably ain’t the best time for a pep talk, bruh.
The camera pans around to reveal Ashley Maldano already in her ring gear, her eyes locked on the Great American championship. Brandon sees his and turns his attention to the championship himself, the smirk turning into a wide grin.
BB: You want me to take a picture of this thing for ya? You starin’ hard boy right now.
ASHLEY MALDANO: No pep talk needed tonight, Brandon. She says before looking up finally making eye contact with not only her friend and inspiration, but her opponent tonight for the Great American Championship.
ASHLEY MALDANO: Of course I'm staring at it hella hard, Banks. That's the goal. That's the agenda. Tonight I get another go at the great almighty Brandon Banks..
She smirks of her own, before twirling her custom #AoTW docs on the ground as she runs her hand through her dark hair.
ASHLEY MALDANO: And where I wasn't going to find you before the match tonight. I was going to just zone out in a corner and keep my focus for tonight. But what couldn't shake out of my head is you repeatedly saying I know what I have to do tonight.
She says raising an eyebrow before sitting down looking back at the championship.
ASHLEY MALDANO: Go out there, wrestle a match and win the gold. Seems simple enough right? Not so much.. there's something different about this time. But I'll let you talk and let me know what you were talking about..
She says looking at him, Brandon rolling his eyes at the acquisition.
BB: I’m pretty damn sure you already know. This--
He points at the arena wall and then his title.
BB: ---It was all a mistake. Coming back to a business that drove me crazy for the last decade was a mistake, and I need someone who doesn’t hate my damn ass for one reason or another to put me out of my misery. It’s not gonna happen at the hands of someone who couldn’t give a hoverin’ fuck about me. It gotta be done by somehow who actually cares.
Brandon walks by Ashley, only looking back to say:
BB: Finish the damn job, Ashley.
Brandon turns down the hall, leaving Ashley to stand there silently thinking. The look on her face left her both confused but an even bigger part of her understanding. As she looks at him walk down the hall, she simply nods her head before reaching back to put her hair in a pony tail.
ASHLEY MALDANO: So be it.
Ashley says plainly before she nods her head, jumping up and down to hype herself up for the battle she was about to have.
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Rachel Redding vs. Clue
Clue stuck a hand out in a show of sportsmanship but Rachel batted it away. Clue tried to control the match early but Rachel wasn't having any of it. She stuck to her guerrilla tactics to take charge of the match. She caught Clue with a leg feed enziguri and then began to lay stomps all over his body. She spent extra time on the legs and arms really trying to work him over. Rachel then put him in a stepover toehold to try and wear him down. Clue found his way to the ropes and got to his feet. Thought it wasn't for long as Rachel quickly had a leg and got him into a calf killer. Clue was in trouble but he stayed as calm as he could. He fought and worked his way back to the bottom rope. He got to his feet but it was slowly. This allowed Redding to hit the ropes and catch him with a hard “Category 1” (v trigger) and got the pin.
Jackson: Another win for Redding! She is really taking charge here.
Judd: It's only a matter of time until she gets a shot at the National championship or even the Great American title. Redding can't be held down much longer
Suddenly a man makes his way through the crowd to ringside with a microphone in his hands.
“Congratulations Miss Redding. What an impressive win tonight. Except it wasn't really?”
A tall and slender man with an Italian accent walks around the ring.
“See Rachel you like to act like you're impressive. That you're not here for any kind of validation. Who are you trying to lie to? The fact is Rachel that you're nothing. Someone who gets to be at the right places at the right time and makes it work by being a mean girl. They say that your title material here. I disagree. Not only in words but I will show you in actions.”
He stops right in front of the announce table.
“My name is Luca Di Paolo, and I'm going to be the man who shows the world that you're nothing more than a fraud.”
He tosses the mic and walks back into the crowd. Redding just shrugs her shoulders and exits the ring.
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North Atlantic Championship Match
Felix Vialpando © vs. Mark Storm
The bell rang and these two were a little slow to react. Each trying to feel the other out as they slowly went through a few series of moves. It soon turned into a competition of who could out suplex the other. They traded double arm, exploder’s, northern lights, then they went back and forth with German’s. It wasn't very long into the match when both men seemed to be waning a bit. Then came the strike exchanges. Neither man was backing down from the other in a standoff for supremacy. Felix then dropped Storm with a ddt. Felix took his time getting back to his feet so he can catch his breath. When he looked up he could see Storm also getting to his feet. Felix went to charge Storm but Mark leaped into the air and sent Felix to the mat with a frankensteiner. Storm wasted no time and pulled Felix up for a tombstone piledriver. He went for the cover but only got a two count. Storm could smell blood in the water and wanted to put this to bed. He set Vialpando up for “Dystopia” but Felix slid down his back and then caught him with a Pele kick to the back of the head which dropped Storm to a knee. Felix got up quickly and grabbed hold of him to connect with “Grito de Falcon” (contra code). Felix hooked the leg for the pin and got the three count.
Jackson: Another defense in the books for the North Atlantic champion.
Judd: The true North Atlantic champion Jackson! When people say that titles name he is the only person that comes to mind. Ashley Maldano and and everyone else can think they're taking that belt from him but I just don't see it happening.
Winner: Felix Vialpando
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The camera opens up on the office of Avery Quinn. He is sitting at his desk with his laptop open to the Evolve Network feed and a few cellphones on the table in front of him. His door swings open making him jump a bit as he didn't expect it. Cole Connors comes strolling in with Arnaud Smirnov behind him.
Cole: Good to see you Avery.
Quinn takes a breath and adjusts himself in his chair.
Avery: How can I help you Cole?
Cole: Please, Mr. Connors would be much better.
Avery lets out a low sigh and speaks again.
Avery: How can I help you, Mr. Connors?
Cole: That's better. Now I came here tonight because you're going to make tonight's match a no disqualification match for me.
Avery: And why would I do that?
Cole: Because you're options are that either you make the match no dq or we leave right now.
Avery: You can't do that.
Cole: Of course I can. They agreed that we set the time and place of the match. It was a verbal agreement. Nothing set in stone. I can call it back and wait until you make it no dq. So think about it. What are you going to do if we walk? Are you going to be the one to go out there and tell the fans that tonight's main event has been cancelled? Are you going to tell them it was your fault.
Quinn looks visibly frustrated for a moment but composes himself.
Avery: Fine, the match is now no disqualifications.
Cole: Thank you was that so hard?
Connors then points his head to the door and Arnaud follows him. Cole goes to walk through the doorway when he's stopped by Avery calling him.
Avery: Oh Cole, this is the last time you're ever going to strongarm me like this.
Cole shakes his head and laugh.
Cole: Oh Avery, that's no way to treat you're new boss. Remember it's Mr. Connors.
With that Cole and Arnaud leave.
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International Tag Team Titles Match
The Reeds © vs. Ortega & Hemingway
The bell rang and Ortega wasted no time going right after Lilah. He nailed her with a few clubs followed by an inverted atomic drop followed off with a headbutt that sent her to the mat. Ortega went for a cover but Charlie broke it up. Joey then pulled up Lilah and whipped her into his corner. Joey landed some chops before tagging in Stone. Stone went to grab Lilah but she stomped on his foot and got away to tag in Charlie. Now more evenly matched the two big men squared off. At one point Stone went for a uranage backbreaker but while in the air Charlie turned it into a modified arm drag. Once on the mat Charlie started looking for submissions and even locked on a cross armbreaker but Joey came into break it up. Stone was starting to wear and it was evident. He fought off Charlie long enough to tag back in Joey. Joey came in with his usual rage. He started firing off wild punches at Charlie who fended off most of them but got caught with a headbutt that sent him back into the corner. Lilah made a blind tag but the ref saw it. Joey went after Charlie again this time locking him in an iron claw. Lilah snuck into the ring and broke Joey away from Charlie and lifted him up for the “Brat Bounce” (rack attack). Lilah went for the cover. Stone tried to break it but Charlie cut him off long enough for Lilah to get the three count.
Jackson: The Reeds win again.
Judd: They likely have the best win percentage in the company. These two just had their first title defense. Arguably the hardest it's the one with all the pressure. Now they just got to keep their momentum rolling.
Winners: The Reeds
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As the camera flits to backstage, there is an eerie silence. The Black Flag of Brendan Samuels is hung high and proud in the locker room, a table is slotted next to it and upon it is not only one of the 2CW Interstate Tag Team title belts, but also the most coveted prize in all of Spirit and Pride Wrestling, the National Championship. It glimmers and glows upon the table, the artificial light flickering upon it. As the camera pans out, the popular yet mysterious champion can be seen, viewing three separate television screens, his cool and calculated eyes searching then absorbing all information displayed in the flickering images. One screen shows the night’s proceedings, highlights replays of all the great contests so far this very night. The second screen is a greatest hits of sort, focusing on Samuels opponent tonight, CJ Cross. All of his highs and lows are on full display, mainly focusing on his performances within SAP that lead to him getting a shot at the prize Brendan holds, the National Championship. His focus on this footage is intense, his eyes narrowing at every movement and replay, until his view switches to the final screen. On here the footage of Brandon Banks plays out, the Great American Champion and the man who will one day challenge the Kraken for the National title if he is still champion. Samuels tilts his head as he watches the footage before turning back to the middle screen, then nods his head. He snatches his own belts, placing one on each shoulder before with a single phrase he leaves, ready for battle. “You will know my name…” he says. And with that, he is gone.
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Great American Title Match
Brandon Banks vs. Ashley Maldano
Ashley started this match out slow as she was trying to find a chink in the armor of Banks. The two chain for a short moment as Banks instead decides to put a boot to the head of Maldano. He pulled her up and then drove another knee into her gut before throwing her to the outside through the middle rope. Banks then darted for the ropes but then as he got close to the other side of the ring he just stopped and smiled and walked back to the center of the ring to to a chorus of boos.
Banks headed back that way however and slid out of the ring to the outside. He picked up Maldano and she rushed him into the apron. Banks yelled out and clutched at his lower back. Maldano got up on the apron and went to catch Banks with a punt but he saw her coming. He went to sweep her legs but she jumped over them. Banks then climbed onto the apron himself but Maldano acted quickly and grabbed hold of him. She spun Banks around and then delivered a neckbreaker onto the apron.
Banks was looking a little hurt from the move as he rolled to the floor. Ashley picked him up and rolled him into the ring. She then quickly jumped up to the ropes and attempted a springboard guillotine leg drop but Banks had the wherewithal to move out of the way. Ashley clutched at her tailbone while Banks made it to his feet. Ashley got to a knee and Banks swooped in to hit her with a ddt.
Banks pulled Maldano up by the hair. She swated his hands away and drove a forearm into his gut. Banks doubled over and Maldano underhooked the arms before lifting him for a sitout facebuster. She goes for the cover but Banks kicks out. This time it was Ashley who pulled Banks up by the hair. Banks overbooked the arm and then pulled her in to nail her with a stiff forearm.
Maldano dropped to a knee and Banks told her to get up and fight. She willed herself up and caught Banks with a right hand to the jaw that stunned him. She acted quickly and whipped him as hard as she could into the ropes. Banks crashed hard and fell down in the corner. Maldano got a running start and leaped for a bronco buster. Banks quickly grabbed the bottom rope and swung himself out of the ring. Maldano hit the ropes and then fell backward landing hard on her shoulders and neck. Banks slid back into the ring and as Ashley was getting up he nailed her with a “Bank Shot” (superkick). Maldano crumbled to the mat and Banks went for the cover getting the three count.
Jackson: Banks with another successful defense.
Judd: He truly is one of the greatest to ever do it. All it takes is just to give him the slightest bit of separation and he can kill you for it. Some of the best ring presence I've ever seen.
Jackson: There surely are few who can do it like Brandon Banks and I'm sure Brendan Samuels was watching.
Winner: Brandon Banks
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National Championship Match
Brendan Samuels © vs. CJ Cross
As CJ stood across from the champ he looked calm and confident. Then the black flag at ringside began to wave and the chant soon followed. As the majority of the crowd began to chant “His Name is Brendan!” it's hard not to be a little overwhelmed. Cross kept a straight face however and waited for the match to start.
The bell rang and the two men came out from their corners. Samuels massive size advantage was clearly evident but Cross came out swinging and lit Samuels up with a chop. The Kraken returned the favor and ripped one across the chest of Cross who let out an audible yell. However he grit his teeth and lit Samuels up with another one. Samuels returned the favor and Cross had to back away holding his chest.
Samuels didn't want to give Cross any time and attempted an axe bomber but CJ saw him coming and countered it by wrapping himself around Samuels’ arm and then taking him over with a crucifix. The ref is in position and starts to count but Brendan kicks out. CJ quickly gets to his feet and Samuels gets to a knee and gives him a smile.
Cross rushed in and went for a lariat of his own but Samuels just ate it. He then picked Cross up and dropped him onto his knee with a shoulder breaker. Cross rolled on the mat trying not to stay sedentary so Samuels could get a pin. Cross pulled himself up in the corner and then saw Samuels coming. He moved out of the way and Samuels went for a corner spear but couldn't stop the momentum and ended up going through the ropes to the post. Cross saw a chance and kicked him in the ribs sending Brendan to the outside.
The crowd was pumping and CJ could feel the energy. He scaled the top rope and looked out at the crowd as Samuels was getting to his feet. As CJ was about to jump he's pulled off of the top rope to the mat. Vince Steel had rushed to the ring and CJ was the first person in his way. Steel asks for a microphone but CJ isn't going away that easy and attacks Steel from behind. Steel turns around and gives him the “Hand of Steel” (iron claw slam).
Steel took the microphone and began to go on a tirade about how no one cared about him being gone or the surgery he had to go through. Steel went on to mention that he never even got another shot at the National championship after Samuels won. And if they weren't going to give it to him then he was going to take it. Steel then looked over to Samuels who was standing next to the pirate fans who wave the black flag and told him he would see him in two weeks.
Jackson: Vince Steel has a vendetta against the world.
Judd: Do you blame him? Vince Steel has been here since day one and all he has had is people oppose him for no reason. He's been a force here. The man won the National championship, came second in “No Man’s Land”, 3rd in the Great American Grand Prix. He has gone out and proven himself over and over and never gets credit for it.
Jackson: No one is doubting the man's credentials. He certainly is one of the best in the promotion and now he's looking to get the National championship back.
Winner: CJ Cross by DQ
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Main Event
The Infamous Ten Person Tag Match
If Cole and Hellfire Club win then Cole gets majority control of SAP. If they lose they must leave SAP for good.
Tyberius King, Phoenix Quagliaterre, Xavier Laroux, Gabriel Laroux, Jessica Nitoh vs. Cole Connors, Asmodeus Bael, Bernhardt Van DenBerg, Arnaud Smirnov, Tyson Braddock[/b]
Each team stares across the ring from each other. Both of them with bad intentions in their eyes.
Jackson: This is it. The main event. The literal future of the company is at stake here.
Judd: I can't imagine the pressure on both sides here.
The bell rings and an all out brawl starts between the two teams. The crowd is going nuts as they watch Phe land a right hook on Cole that drops him to the mat. Bael gouges the eyes of King to then go after Phoenix. Things already break down faster than they thought as Hellfire Club finds themselves down a person as Cole rolls to the outside.
Xavier and Gabriel take on Arnaud and Tyson. Gabe sends Tyson and himself over the top rope with a cactus clothesline. Xavier has a tougher time with Braddock but after a few punches he sends him out of the ring and takes chase.
Phe, Ty, and Jess now find themselves across from Bael and Bernhardt. Ty mouths something to the other two and then charges at Bael. Bernhardt catches King with a monster lariat that turns him inside out. As King is in the middle of getting hit Nitoh charges Bael and starts to slug it out with him. Phe waits and as Bernhardt turns to go after Jess she sprints as fast as she can and dives hard catching Bernhardt with a chop block that sends him down. Ty is back up and drives a knee into the back of Bernhardt’s skull. Bael gets the upper hand on Jess but it's not for long as Phe lands a shot to the kidneys to Bael from behind.
On the outside Tyson runs Xavier into the apron and starts firing punches. Gabriel tosses Arnaud into the crowd and then runs over to grab Tyson and sends him head first into the turnbuckle pole. The two share a nod and then Gabriel takes a chair to the back from Cole. Xavier goes to grab him but Arnaud comes out from the crowd and attacks Xavier.
Phe was working over Bael while Jess and Ty we're keeping Bernhardt at bay. As Phe was placing her hands around Bael’s throat Cole showed up and cracked her in the back with a kendo stick. Ty heard the sound and went to turn his attention to Cole but Tyson came in and tackled him to the mat. Jess went to help but then Cole hit her with the kendo stick. Xavier and Gabriel hit the ring to try and get order back but Bernhardt nailed them with clotheslines from both of his giant arms.
It looked as if Hellfire Club was utilizing their game plan but Phe threw a wrench in it when she punched Cole in the nuts and stole the kendo stick from him. Cole fled from the ring before taking any more damage. Arnaud went at Phe but ate a kendo stick to the face for it. Tyson got up off of Ty to charge Phe but King hooked his legs and took him to the ground. Phe showed she certainly wasn't playing any games when she hit Bael in the throat with the kendo stick. Bernhardt sees this and is about to head for Phe but X and Gabe land stereo superkicks to his bad knee.
Hellfire Club all went to the outside to regroup. Phe, X, and Gabe chased after them which made Ty and Jess follow. HC knew they were coming and struck first. The nefarious group used their history of underhanded tactics to take the advantage and separate the group. Eventually Ty and Asmodeus returned to the ring.
The crowd cheered for Ty as the two finally squared off. The two started a strike war. Asmodeus had the advantage at first due to his karate background but Ty caught a Muay Thai elbow strike clean that cut Bael above the eye and stunned him dropping him to a seated position. Ty headed for the ropes and caught Bael with “Snake Bite” (sliding d). Ty went for the cover but Cole jumped up onto the apron and hit the referee with a trash can.
Cole dropped off of the apron. Ty looked over to see the referee down and went to check on him. He shook him a bit and got him to start moving. King stood up and turned around only for Bael to grab hold of him and land “Decension” (emerald flowsion KAI). The referee crawled over as Bael made the cover. The ref started counting and King put his foot on the bottom rope at two but the referee wasn't in position to see it and made the three count.
Jackson: Oh my god.
Judd: King had his foot on the ropes this is a tragedy!
Chris: I mean, I don't hate Cole.
Jackson’s face turned red and he couldn't hold back.
Jackson: Shut the fuck up Chris!
Winners: Hellfire Club
Aiden jumps up out of his recliner and starts arguing with the ref about the foot on the ropes but the ref claims he didn't see it. In the ring Hellfire Club is celebrating. Ty sees the ref and points to the bottom rope. King sits on his knees and puts his head is hands. The rest of Team SAP climbed into the ring. Jess hugged Ty from behind while Phe put a hand on his shoulder. Xavier and Gabe tried to tell him that it was ok.
Aiden gets furious at the ref and takes out his phone. After a minute on the phone Avery Quinn makes his way out to the ring with a second ref behind him. They meet with the other ref and start counseling. Aiden grabs Phe’s oldest child Sindaya out from the crowd who was recording the match on her phone. Aiden has her show the video of Ty’s foot clearly on the ropes. The first ref and Avery see it and Avery calls for the match to be restarted. Cole yells that he can't do that. Avery says the hell he can't and calls for the available board members to take a vote. Avery, Aiden, Ty, Jackson, and Phe all vote to restart the match. Cole is furious but Avery calls for the bell.
Match Restarted
As soon as they ring the bell King bursts going after anyone who is in front of him. The rest of the team follows suit. They're able to get the upper hand but the fight soon spills to the outside. X and Gabe start cracking skulls while the rest focus they're attack on Bernhardt. Van DenBerg starts using his signature power and starts hurting people. Ty gets sent to the ground and starts digging under the ring. Just as Bernhardt grabs Gabriel by the neck King cracks Bernhardt in his weakened knee with a crowbar.
Bernhardt falls hard and lets out a scream. Bael stops in his tracks to check on his monster. Bael leaves himself unguarded and takes a boot to the face from Phe. Cole has armed himself and Arnaud and Tyson with chairs and they start attacking their opponents.
Jess manages to chase Cole away and she follows him. Arnaud and Tyson have gone back to war with X and Gabe. Phe is pulling up Bael when he shoves her off and catches her with a roundhouse kick. King rushes at Bael but Asmodeus wrestles the crowbar from him and cracks him in the head with it.
Bael grabs Phe and rolls her into the ring. Bael has some words for Phe as he begins to lay into her with hard strikes. Bael then drags her over to the corner. Bael yells out to Arnaud and Tyson who have Xavier and Gabe incapacitated for the moment. Arnaud pulls a table out from under the ring while Tyson slides in the ring to aid Asmodeus. Arnaud gets the ladder set up and yells for security to back up the crowd. He digs under the ring again and gets a lighter and some fluid.
Arnaud squirts the bottle on the table and then lights it. Braddock lifts up Phe and hands her to Bael who has her in a powerbomb position. Nitoh slides into the ring armed with a Captain America shield. She blasts Braddock in the back of the head with it. As Bael is about to lift Phe up for a powerbomb Jess removes the shield and throws it like a frisbee. It cracks Bael right in the head and he lets go of Phe.
Phe lands upright on the ropes. She looks down at the table below her. Xavier shows up and grabs Arnaud and powerbomb’s him on the apron. Phe leaps up gives Bael a hurricanrana though the flaming table.
The ring is empty again and Cole slides inside of it looking to steer clear of anyone. King grabs the apron and pulls himself up, blood streaming down his face. He grabs a chain from under the ring and starts wrapping it around his knee. Cole walks over to the ropes and looks at the carnage outside of the ring as Xavier helps Phe up. King climbs into the ring and as Cole turns around Ty nails him with the “Eye of Horus” (busaiku knee kick).
The chain busts Cole open and he starts to pour blood. King isn't done as he pulls Connors up and hurls him onto his shoulders. Ty throws him off and lands “Kingdom Come” (Fireman's carry into superkick). Ty covers Cole and the members of Hellfire Club who aren't down try to enter the ring but are held back as the referee counts three.
Jackson: They did it! They did it!
Judd: What a war we just witnessed. It played on every emotion there.
Chris: I mean, I don't mind Ty.
Judd this time fired off.
Judd: Shut the fuck up Chris.
Winners: Tyberius King, Phoenix Quagliaterre, Xavier Laroux, Gabriel Laroux, Jessica Nitoh
The audience is alive with so much excitement, cheering and screaming themselves hoarse while the Hellfire Club is trying to hold back an outraged Cole who is cursing up a storm. Phoenix rolls back into the ring with microphone in hand as Jessica hugs Xavier tightly while bursting with so much excitement, her eyes glistening with tears from how proud she was that they had done it. Gabriel smirks around at the audience while the ref continues holding his hand up into the air. Phoenix and Ty are bearhugging each other while they talk to each other animatedly at the same time, their eyes widened in proud surprise at the great success they had tonight. Phoenix and Jessica take turns talking to Gabriel and Xavier with excitement before Phoenix takes center of the ring, lifting the mic to her lips. Her manager, Jae-Yun joins her by her side as he drapes her VPW Hardcore Title over her shoulder while looking around at the cheering crowd. Jessica hugs Xavier again as Phoenix takes notice that Hellfire Club and Cole haven't disappeared to the back yet. With a smirk, she waves at them before taunting them.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: Na na na naaaa, na na na naaaa, heeyyy heeyyy heeyyy, GOOOOD BYEEEE!
The audience joins in as Ty does as well, Jessica giggling and waving at her former arch nemeses while Gabriel and Xavier look on in pure amusement. Phoenix doesn't stop until the men have disappeared backstage and that's when she finally turns to look at her teammates. She seems to have so much to say that she does not know where to start as she looks to the audience and seems to want to address them first.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: Phe-natics and SAP Universe.... WE DID IT!
The audience erupts with loud cheers, making the smiles on everyone's faces broaden and brighten.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I just want.. to thank you all for your undying support for us. Even when things seemed real bad and that we probably would not have pulled this off tonight, just know that your endless support and love kept us going and we could not have done it without all of you guys tonight.
She bends her index finger and crosses it over her thumb to present the audience with the Korean heart gesture that seems to cause the screams to grow louder. Phoenix then turns her attention to her teammates finally as she smiles brightly at them, her eyes a bit moistened as she's all caught up in the moment.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I told you, Ty when i stepped from behind the scenes to deal with Hellfire Club head on months ago that I refused to pull back until they were disposed of. And now that they have been chased away and won't be bothering you anymore, I only wish that you get more relaxation and continue enjoying life more. Things can only go up from here.. and you truly deserve every reward you get your hands on. Don't EVER in your life let anyone make you feel less than you are. You are special and you are very important not only to the company but to your loved ones as well.
Ty smiles at Phoenix, her words touching him as Phoenix turns her attention to Jessica.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I hope tonight gave you alot of closure because I know how much of a thorn in your side Cole and them were to you as well. I only wish that you continue climbing the ladder of success, higher and higher until you reach that goal you have your heart set on. You're such a great friend and I honestly do not think we could have done this without you tonight.
Phoenix pats the side of the mic as a form of applause that the audience joins in on, even chanting Jessica's name as the beautiful blonde blushes and smiles at the love she is receiving. And finally... Phoenix turns her attention to Xavier and Gabriel, even having to take a step forward to the brothers for this. She seems to hesitate a bit as the emotion of the moment in its entirety is getting to her but she takes a deep breath and continues on.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: And you two... quite a journey we have been on. Gabriel, with me electing you to be my face of SAP and Xavier... just wanting you by my side period. You have done so much in these past few months, Gabriel and I have to say everything you've done business wise has been so amazing... you've taken things to extraordinary heights and I only hope you continue to do so. You are unstoppable if you put your mind to it and you constantly show why I chose you as the goldenboy. Continue achieving greatness as only you can.
Her eyes slowly move over to Xavier as she stares at him, a silent long pause before she starts to speak.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: And X... I know things took a turn for the worse when you not only lost the Showcase Championship but was also fired from FAW, but you know as well as I do that nothing ever seems to stop you... you keep on going and you keep on leaving everyone in awe and amazed. I know that you are going to do SUCH great things at Pride Pro, showing them why you're the world's favorite drug and how easily it is to become addicted. I am... so sorry that we could not rule together but you will still continue to show everyone why you are the best at what you do.
Her eyes fall to the mat for a moment before she looks back up to him and smiles, wiping away a tear that threatens to escape. She turns to address them all at once now.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: These are tears of joy that we all were able to band together to accomplish that one goal tonight of making sure that SAP was saved... but now? We all must go our separate ways as far as goals wise. May we always remember this tonight because it will certainly be unforgettable...
Phoenix then passes the mic off to Ty who takes it from her, looking her over with concern as he rubs her back and whispers something to her. She smiles at him and gives him a small hug before she exits the ring with her manager. She doesn't look back as she heads towards the back with Jae-Yun, her head lowered to hide her moist eyes before she lifts her chin proudly. The camera then focuses back on the ring as Ty is left looking at Phoenix's departing back while Jessica is riding high on that glorious win while talking excitedly to Xavier. Gabriel looks around the chanting audience, that smirk never leaving his face as the cameras dim out.
Jackson: Welcome to our second annual Fall Classic! Tonight has what is possibly the most important match in SAP history as the company is literally on the line.
Judd: There's plenty of other top matches on tonight's show including four title matches. One of them being the first time the X championship will be defended in SAP.
Chris: Yeah it's gunna be awesome, or whatever, I don't care.
Jackson just rolls his eyes.
Jackson: Enough of us, let's get the show going.
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The scene opens up with a shot of SAP's North Atlantic Champion. The focus is on his serious expression and VERY critical eye as he walks in a circle around none other than his Official Note Taker.
The crowd cheers at the sight of Celeste, with her hair done up in a bun and those horn rimmed glasses on her face. The camera zooms out a bit to show that she is wearing a much more modest business suit with pants rather than a skirt as Mr. Vialpando requested.
Felix’s eyes narrow as he circles behind her. Celeste nibbles nervously at her bottom lip. When her boss speaks she tenses up a bit.
FELIX: Bueno. You dressed like I asked, gracias. Now if only we could curb your antics around here!
CELESTE: I'm sorry about what you saw last show Mr. Vialpando—
FELIX: BAH!
He cuts her off and shakes his head vigorously. It is not lost on him that the crowd is cheering louder.
FELIX: We will NOT SPEAK OF IT AGAIN! Entender?!
CELESTE: SI, jefe.
Felix rolls his eyes while mutter ay-yi-yi under his breath.
FELIX: Big week this week Celeste. For both of us. All our hard work is payingoff and people are noticing just how great I am! And you! They gave you a title shot tonight. We will get to that in a minute. I have to defend my Undisputed North Atlantic Championship against that gringo Mark Storm…I hope you have some notes for me Celeste.
Celeste sighs and relaxes a little. She smiles and turns toward Felix while bringing up a small memo pad. After licking her finger, she flips a couple pages over and stops.
CELESTE: Here's what I got. Mark Storm just defeated SAP’s esteemed owner, Ty , in a best of five series with a quick roll up. This tells us two things. One, never let your guard down with him even if he seems like he is down for the count. That's how he got the better of Ty. And two, keep the pressure on him so he cannot have that opening in the first place.
Celeste grins proudly. Felix nods.
FELIX: That makes perfect sense. And we all know I don't let up until the final bell, until the kill is complete. Like the Falcon…
Felix continues on his speech as Celeste turns around and grabs a poster. She tapes it up to the wall quickly, stopping Felix mid-sentence when he notices it. The poster is of Mark Storm in some wreslting pose promoting on of his events.
FELIX: What is this Celeste?
He asks with a raised eyebrow. Celeste reaches into her pocket and takes out a Sharpie and a stack of post-it notes. She presents these proudly to her boss.
CELESTE: We are taking this note taking thing to the next level Mr. Vialpando. And we are doing it with the help of post-its and Sharpie! You can thank Lauren Maladano for the excellent writing utensils.
Celeste gives a wink to the camera. Felix taps his foot impatiently.
CELESTE: Right. So I was thinking all these notes are great but the people out there don't see how important they are. Attention spans are not what they used to be. We need to keep those eyes on us…you…at all times. And the best way to do that is to make things pop out at them!
Not unlike how She did last show. Unintentionally of course…
CELESTE: So with the help of buzz words we are going to make our point. For instance, it is known Mark Storm hops around to different places hoping to catch a break. Win a title. And for that, we call him a drifter. Which makes him unfocused!
Celeste then writes the word on the post-it, tears it from the pad and then slaps it onto the poster of Mark Storm. In big black letters is the word “UNFOCUSED”, taped over his right shoulder.
CELESTE: Next, we've all heard him talk up how great he is supposed to be. But we all know that's not him, that's YOU, Mr. Vialpando! Which makes Mark Storm a LIAR!
Celeste writes liar on the post-it then sticks it right in the center of Mark's chest. Felix nods his head with a smirk on his face.
CELESTE: And of course, tonight he gets in the ring with you. Trying to win the North Atlantic Championship. Will he?
FELIX: ABSOLUTELY NOT!
CELESTE: Exactly! Which in turn makes him a…
Celeste scribbles on the post-it and proudly slaps it on Mark Storm’s head. The word reads…
CELESTE: LOSER! To review…
Celeste clears her throat and taps each word with her finger as she addresses the camera.
CELESTE: Your opponent tonight, Mr. Vialpando, is an unfocused…lying…loser. That's all these people need to know. The cliffnotes version. And that, is that.
Celeste caps the Sharpie before placing it and the post-it pad back in her pocket.
FELIX: Makes sense. Good. Now let's get prepared. Rapido!
Felix and Celeste walk off camera leaving the scene to focus on the poster of Mark Storm it fades.
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Raven Monetta vs. Desmond Masters
The match started off with Masters taking control early. He used his superior striking ability to keep Raven from performing much offense. He tried to take it to the air with a shooting star press but Raven rolled out of the way in time. As Desmond was starting to get up Raven darted for the ropes. Once to his feet Masters turned around to catch a spear from Monetta. She hooked both legs and got the win.
Jackson: Monetta with the victory!
Judd: It may have taken her a while to get her first win but it didn't take too long for the second. Raven could be picking up steam here.
Jackson: You could be right Judd and it's always a good thing when wins are clustered together.
Winner: Raven Monetta
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As the scene comes up, the camera slowly pans around the roof of the Gutterson Fieldhouse. The sun is just about set which makes the views that much better with the buildings around beginning to get lit up. After a moment, the camera falls upon SAP's most marketable wrestler, CJ Cross who takes off his sunglasses and places them on top of his head before beginning to talk to the camera in front of him.
CJ: When I started here a month ago or so, there was talk about how small this company is. In fact during my first card there was talk about how many tickets they were going to sell for the event. Twenty thousand tickets was the goal... It was a number that even the SAP upper management felt that they would not be able to reach. Over the next couple of cards... something has happened.
CJ pauses a moment before speaking up once more.
CJ: Talk of hoping to sell tickets stop... Talk of SAP being just a small federation that can not compete with the bigger feds have stopped. Also you can even check the facts, but the sales of merchandise have gone up. Think it is a coincidence?
CJ shakes his head a bit answering his own question.
CJ: I do not think so. SAP you did a great thing when you hired me. There might be a lot of great young wrestlers out there today, but none of them have what I can bring to the table. I am young with a face that will look good on all the SAP marketing and banners. Inside the ring I do not bring the same old thing either. Everyone you look you can see bodyslams, but high flyers and flashy moves are the ones that put the butts in the seats.
CJ stops to collect his thoughts once more before continuing once again.
CJ: Like I am standing here on the top of the roof, after tonight when I face off with Brendan Samuels, the National Champion, I will be at the top once more. This match is the biggest match of my young career and I am not about to let it slip away. I am going to bring all that I have to that ring. Brendan, if you want to hang on to that title then you are going to have to almost kill me to do so.
CJ exaggerated a bit, but the point was made.
CJ: When I win this title, it will not matter who wins the main event and gets control of SAP. Because once I am SAP's National Champion, it will be me and my fans who will begin leading the charge. Under my reign, SAP will become more than just the little federation that they make themselves out to be.
CJ takes his sunglasses from his head and places them back on before speaking up once more.
CJ: SAP Wrestling... You're going to be in great hands with the Most Marketable Man in wrestling!
After finishing his promo, CJ heads on off out of the cameras view leaving it to slowly fade away to end the scene.
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Mason Mateo is standing in the ring waiting to see who his opponent is supposed to be. Mitch Parker then makes his way out to the ramp with a microphone. Parker mentions how he had a match but his opponent left the company leaving him without anyone to face. And as long as Mason stood in the ring he was going to face him tonight.
Mitch Parker vs. Mason Mateo
The two went at it right away, trying to impress the crowd and the officials in the back. Mason tried using his power to his advantage but Mason kept grounding him to keep him away from his strengths. As Mason was starting to battle back into favor “Never Scared” by Bonecrusher began to play throughout the arena. Both men stopped in their tracks and the crowd gave a very mixed reaction as Vince Steel made his way through the curtain.
Jackson: Vince Steel has returned!
Judd: And he doesn't look happy!
Vince made his way to the ring. He stepped inside and looked at both men. Mitch and Mateo looked at each other and just nodded before they tried to get Vince before he got them. The problem is that it backfired. Vince was more than ready for a fight. Steel began to level the two and showed no mercy as he continued the onslaught well after either man could continue. Steel made sure he left a message for everyone that was watching. That he was back and he was no one to mess with.
Winner: No Contest
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NORA HARRIS: Well hi there, Spirit and Pride fans! Nora Harris here, and I'm here again to wrestle for all you lovely people! I'm just so excited that I get a chance to face the Satsujin, though I'm not sure which two?
Nora shows how she got the Noradorable nickname by the sweetly confused look on her face as she taps her chin with her fingers and looks up and to the right.
NORA HARRIS: I mean is it Malaya Diyosa and Cappadonna, or Malaya and Nari, or Nari and Cappadonna, or Malaya and Nari? Add to that... I haven't even gotten to meet my partner Iris Hawthorne yet! But I want to let her know and all you fans that I take being in a tag team very seriously, that I will do my best not to let the fans and my partner down! I've got your back Iris!
Nora waves at the camera then and bounces out of the range of the shot as it goes elsewhere.
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Satsujin vs. Nora Harris & Iris Hawthorne
Malaya walked around ringside as she gave her teammates advice on how to start the match. Using her sexuality to try and distract anyone near by. Nora and Iris weren't having it and just wanted the match to start. The bell rang and Cappadonna started the match against Nora. Cappadonna tried fending off Nora with her martial arts background but the tiny and defiant Harris found a way to take Cappadonna to the ground. Nora tried to wear her down with some submissions but she broke free and made the tag to her powerhouse partner. Nora used her speed at first as an advantage to Nari but once Chang grabbed a hold of her the tone of the match changed. Nari used her strong offense to put a hurting on Nora. Chang went for a corner splash but Harris rolled out of the way and managed to tag in Iris. Hawthorne matched up a bit better height wise to Chang and came in hot. The two started brawling but the fresher Iris got the advantage. Iris kept up the heat and soon she had Chang set up for “Crushing Spirits” but Malaya jumped up onto the apron. The ref turned his attention to Malaya trying to get her off of the apron. Iris then dropped Chang and started to walk towards Malaya when Cappadonna springboarded into the ring to hit the “Fatal Flying Guillotine” (springboard leg lariat). Nora ran into the ring but Cappadonna tossed her right out and followed after her. As Chang came too Malaya jumped down off of the apron. Nari then pulled Hawthorne up and connected with the “WMD” (michinoku driver) and got the three count.
Jackson: The Satsujin Triad stole one here tonight!
Judd: The numbers game almost always comes into effect Jackson.
Nora fights off Cappadonna and slides back into the ring to check on Iris. Soon the entire Satsujin Triad is in the ring and looking at their opponents. Nora and Iris stand up not looking to back down from a fight. Soon a man comes running down the ramp and slides into the ring and stands next to Nora and Iris.
Jackson: Recent signing Oliver Overton has shown up to make things even here!
Judd: He might have just caused himself a future headache. The Satsujin Triad are not a team to mess with.
The two sides exchange some trash talk before Satsujin rolls out of the ring and heads up the ramp.
Winners: Satsujin
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When the scene opens up again on the roof of the arena, CJ is not alone, this time around his girlfriend Celeste joins him as she looks around and smiles a bit.
Celeste: You are right, it is a nice night and the view up here is breathtaking.
CJ: Well while it is nice, there is only one view that is breathtaking.
He shoots her a smile while she blushes a bit once Celeste catches on to what he is talking about. CJ glances down at the bag in her hand, which she is clutching by the handles before glancing back up at her.
CJ: What is that? Did you set up a picnic for us up here?
Celeste: No, you know we are not supposed to eat right before our matches silly.
She lets out a slight laugh before CJ speaks up again.
CJ: Then why did you bring that with you?
Celeste: You cannot come up on a roof CJ without having a little fun right?
She then heads on off across the roof towards the side that has the superstar entrance to the arena. She sets the bag down as CJ hurries to catch up to her.
Celeste: I hope the next person out of those doors is someone I don't like!
Once CJ catches up to her, Celeste pulls out the first of many filled water balloons.
CJ: No way! Water balloons!?
All Celeste does is smirk and a big smile is plastered on her face. She then turns her head to look over the roof and to the ground below seeing a few people standing around. Some smoking, while others are just getting fresh air.
Celeste: Bombs away!
She then lets the balloon go, the impact does not get anyone directly, but the splash after the balloon hits the ground probably gets a few a little wet. The two young kids move out of view knowing they would look up as they both erupt in laughter.
CJ: Your aim was not very good!
Celeste: Yeah!? Well neither is yours in the bathroom!
The two continue to share a laugh as they let the shock below wear off a bit before CJ reaches into the bag and grabs a balloon.
CJ: Let me show you how it is done!
CJ slowly leans his head over the edge to notice that the people down below has either moved, or just went back to what they were doing. CJ has a figure lined up but they end up moving just in time to miss just like Celeste did.
Celeste: HA! You missed!
CJ: You know who I won't miss?
Just as CJ is about to reach in the bag to get one to throw at Celeste when suddenly the two are grabbed by the back of their shirts by the same man that they were running from two weeks ago.
OX: You two are at it again huh?
Last week, the SAP head of security Brendan Van Appldorn got hit by flying food off the spoon of Celeste and they were able to run off and escape any trouble with him. This time, they seem not so lucky.
CJ: Dude relax, we were just having fun.
OX: The fun is over for you two!
Celeste and CJ look at one another as they wonder what might be in store for them. Thankfully the two are in a relationship and their non-verbal communication is on point. CJ slightly motions over to OX with his foot giving her orders to get out of this.
OX: Ow! Damnit!
Celeste catches on and stomps down on OX's foot which loosens his grip on her and allows her to get away. Almost at the same time, CJ uses an elbow to his ribs which gets him free as well as the two begin taking off in a run again towards the stairs leaving OX and the bag of balloons behind.
OX: Damn kids!
The scenes comes to an end with the door to the staircase slamming shut behind OX as he tries to chase down the two youngsters in love.
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Veronica Taylor vs. Desiree Jenkins
The bad blood was evident in this one as soon as the bell rang. Desiree came out like a house on fire with wild strikes. Not all of them made it which allowed Taylor to drive a knee into her gut to cut her off. Taylor then sent Des to the mat when she grabbed her by the hair and slammed her down. Taylor kept up the attack by putting her feet on both sides of Jenkins’ head on her hair and pulling up on her arms. The referee called for a break and Taylor reluctantly let go at 4. Taylor continued to control the match with underhanded tactics. Taylor then went for a superkick but Desiree evaded it and then caught Taylor with a dropkick right to the chin. Both women were down for a moment. The referee started counting but they both soon made their way back to their feet. The two exchanged some words which ended up with Taylor slapping Jenkins in the face followed up by “#basicremover” (codebreaker). Taylor went for the cover but Jenkins kicked out. Taylor pulled Jenkins to her feet and threw her into the corner. She hit her with repeated slaps just telling her to stay down and lose. Jenkins fired back with some elbow strikes. Jenkins worked her way out of the corner but Taylor stopped her short again when she raked her eyes. Taylor then whipped Jenkins into the ropes. She went for a clothesline but Des ducked it and rebounded off the ropes again catching Taylor with “Lawn Dart” (spear). Desiree got the cover and the three count.
Jackson: Desiree Jackson with the redemption win tonight!
Judd: I gotta give it to her. There's always something extra special about a win against an opponent you can't stand.
Jackson: With two wins here in SAP we will have to watch and see what's next for Desiree Jenkins.
Winner: Desiree Jenkins
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The show cuts backstage again and once again on the image of Celeste. She is dressed in a flannel shirt, jeans, and…cowboy boots. A Bull rope is wrapped around her left shoulder and of course there is a cowboy hat situated on top of her head.
CELESTE: Tonight marks my singles match debut here in SAP and it is only fitting that it's for the new X Title. Even more fitting is that the match stipulation goes along with the theme of the show, Ropin the Wild. In fact, it is the ONLY western match on the card! So I am taking full advantage of this. I mean come on, SAP placed me in this match for the X title because they know how marketable I am. How I can take this whole theme to the next level and give you guys the best fight on the card.
Celeste tips her cowboy hat at the camera.
CELESTE: The champion, Nick Redfield is an accomplished competitor here and other places abroad. A notable name in the WCS universe. This contest will not be easy for me. And it won't be easy for him either. We know what we are walking into. We know whom we are up against. Nick is stepping into that ring with the gal who outlasted over 130 wrestlers in the dreaded and infamous Tower match! The one who started her career here at SAP with a win in tag team competition and is definitely carrying that momentum into this match tonight.
Celeste takes the rope off her shoulder and lets it unravel to the ground.
CELESTE: This here rope will decide our fate tonight. It will either assist or hinder my chance to become SAP X Champion. I've been training all week. Tugging and pulling a big frickin tire around so I can last the whole rodeo with Nick Redfield. I'm fully prepared for tonight. Tonight I grab the bull by its horns!
Celeste makes two fists and shakes them.
CELESTE: I will wrangle it to the ground! Drag it across that ring to each corner. This is no home on the range, where the deer and the antelope play, oh no, this is a contest of wills! A fight between woman and beast! I will show you I deserve to be champion.
The camera pans back further to show none other than SAP Head of Security, OX, slowly sneaking up on Celeste from behind. There is also a cd player sitting on top of a stool. The crowd buzzes in the background.
CELESTE: Now in the “Spirit” of this show, I decided to fully embrace the western theme. I listened to some country songs. And I still stick by the only one I knew as my favorite. Let me sing you a few bars!
Celeste turns and hits play on the cd player. The song “Achy Breaky Heart” by Billy Ray Cyrus plays. Celeste sings along with it, oblivious to OX creeping up behind her.
CELESTE: But don't tell my heart, My achy breaky heart
I just don't think he'd understand…
Her VERY off key notes reverberate off the hallway walls. Ox immediately slaps his hands to his ears and groans in pain behind Celeste as she keeps singing…
CELESTE: And if you tell my heart, My achy breaky heart
He might blow up and kill this man!
Celeste grins at the camera while tipping her cowboy hat.
CELESTE: Second verse! “You can tell your mom I moved to Arka—”
SMASH!
The sound of OX grabbing and smashing the cd player against the wall to make the music…and Celeste’s singing…stop, echoes as she immediately turns around.
CELESTE: Hey I was entertaining here dammit! UH…Hi Ox…
Celeste giggles shyly with a small wave before turning on her heels and dashing down the hall. Ox is too busy checking to see if his ears are bleeding to continue the pursuit. Though he glares in the direction Celeste ran off. The scene fades on his annoyed expression.
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Adalynn Duncan vs. Heidi Thompson
The crowd did not hold back at all as they showered Duncan with boo’s after her turn on Heidi. She didn't seem much interested in the crowd as she did at Heidi across the ring from her. The bell rang and Addy came out swinging. She nailed Heidi with a series of hard strong strikes. Heidi tried to get into the match but Addy wasn't taking it using hard elbows and even a headbutt at one point to cement her dominance. Duncan didn't wait long and whipped Heidi into the ropes and followed after her to hit “No Doubt” (roaring elbow). Addy placed a foot on the chest of Thompson and told the ref to count. They did and Adalynn got the three count.
Jackson: Wow, what a win by Adalynn Duncan.
Judd: Remember this moment. This is the exact moment Adalynn Duncan told everyone in SAP that she is sick of being looked over. This woman just made everyone take notice.
Jackson: I think people were noticing before but tonight she really pulled in the attention. I'm interested to see what's next!
Judd: I'm sure her next opponent isn't.
Winner: Adalynn Duncan
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As the scene fades in the crowd bursts into a mix of boos and cheers as the Undisputed SAP North Atlantic Champion Felix Vialpando is seen walking down the hall with his two titles draped over his shoulders. He was looking down at his phone replying to a text message not exactly paying any attention to where he was going as he just arrived to the arena. A local wrestler who was opening up the show in a dark match nearly runs into him and Felix looks up from his phone even more annoyed than he was with whoever it was he was texting.
FELIX VIALPANDO: What the heck are you doing?! Don’t you see ME walking here?! Who the hell are you even?
LOCAL WRESTLER: M--
FELIX VIALPANDO: Shut up, I don’t give a damn who you are. You know who I am? Do you see these titles? Huh!? DO YA?!
The man nods slowly and before he gets to say something else Felix cuts him off yet again.
FELIX VIALPANDO: That’s right! I’m the best Vialpando to ever live! I’m the best champion this company could ever ask for. I’m face of this here place and the world renown GOAT of SAP! You hear me?! I’m the Undisputed SAP North Atlantic Champion?! You see me walking you best get the hell out of the freaking way! You freaking nobody. I’m Felix freaking Vialpando! Now go take some damn notes and stay the hell out of my way!
Felix watches the man scurry off and shakes his head.
FELIX VIALPANDO: Piece of Styrofoam crabby patty.
He grunts and turns to go back to replying to the text message and groans.
FELIX VIALPANDO: Apuesto a que está durmiendo con él….pinche puta.
Felix mutters under his breath not enough for the cameras to catch. As he keeps walking he and texting he runs behind someone and groans out in anger.
FELIX VIALPANDO: HOW MANY FREAKING TIMES DO I HAVE TO TELL YOU PEOPLE TO STAY OUT OF MY FREAKING WAY?!
ASHLEY MALDANO: WATCH AND EXCUSEEE YOURSELF!
The camera pans out to show the number one contender for the North Atlantic Championship, Ashley Maldano standing there dressed in her ring gear. As she looks at the current champion she smirks at him, before shaking her head, stomping her new custom black and gold #AoTW docs.
ASHLEY MALDANO: Watch it man! Do you know how expensive these custom docs were?! They ain't the ones for your skull so don't get your DNA all over this pair! Sheeeessssh!
She grunts before her eyes focus on his belt, widening as she smirks.
ASHLEY MALDANO: I see my future right before my eyes! Man... it's gonna feel good. Reaaaaaal dang good!
She says, slapping her hand on the belt smirking as she looks at him, dead in the eye.
ASHLEY MALDANO: I came into this company everyone assuming I wasn't going to make a statement. Tonight I walk out of here with not only the Great American Champion... but the pure satisfaction of knowing that I'm inches closer to getting that belt right there.
She says bluntly, before looking back at the championship.
ASHLEY MALDANO: I hope you're ready for the ride of your life. You haven't defending that championship against anyone like me. When I see something I want, I make a sheer point of getting it. And each and every time I get what I want.
She says, glaring at him with a crimson smile.
ASHLEY MALDANO: It's nothing personal buddy, just simple business.
Ashley pats his shoulder as she smirks. Felix pulls his shoulder away and stares at Ashley.
FELIX VIALPANDO: You aren’t laying a damn finger on MY championship. You should be more focused on not losing to Brandon Banks for the third time. You haven’t been taking notes, that much is evident.
He grunts.
FELIX VIALPANDO: And without you taking notes, you aren’t gonna even sniff a ounce of luck to beat me and take away MY belt. So after I’m done with you, Ashley...You can run back home and hope to fight another day. You’re just gonna lose on Sunday too so you can lose hope on winning that Golden Opportunity too.
Felix laughs to himself.
FELIX VIALPANDO: Good thing you’re all about la familia nowadays. You have something to keep you from ending up like tu hermana after you become yet again a disappointment to everyone y to yourself.
Ashley simply stands there with a simple grin on her face. With her eyes nearly staring daggers into his, she wipes her index finger along her jawline as she giggles.
ASHLEY MALDANO: You wanna know what I did the night "my sister" died? I got drunk and had a little celebration in enjoyment that a curse was lifted and the devils reigns were lifted. She wasn't a sister or family to me, her death meant nothing, so trying to get me for it was simply silly.
Her words were cold as ice as she glared him down. She smiled before dropping her hand as she spoke.
ASHLEY MALDANO: I'm no disappointment, I'm one of the fastest rising stars this industry has today, no damn doubt about it. And tonight the entire world is about to be shook by yours truly. Watch. You wanna talk about notes? Sweet I'm collecting the notes day by day. You just sit tight and enjoy the show while you can because pretty soon there's going to be a new face of SAP. You'll see.
She threatens before smirking up.
ASHLEY MALDANO: Keep underestimating me. Where I come from those who underestimate usually end up getting what they deserve for ridiculously thinking that. At whatever cost.
Ashley stares in his eyes and smiles. Felix stares hard at her and then rolls his eyes.
FELIX VIALPANDO: In your freaking dreams. Get out of my way, MALDANO. I have a championship match to prepare for. Might wanna tune in and take some more notes.
Felix brushes past her and groans. He says something under his breath as he walks away and then stops midway just to turn around and throw a notepad at her. He smiles satisfied with what he just did and turns around to storm off leaving Ashley standing there.
Ashley stands there with a simple on her face before bending down to pick up the notebook. She holds it up to her face, biting down on the spring of pad.
ASHLEY MALDANO: Ohhhhh it's gonna feel so great stomping on his throat...
She shakes her head before whistling as she walks down the hallway, heading to round 3 of one of the biggest matches of her career.
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X Championship Match
Bullrope Match
Nick Redfield © vs. Celeste
As soon as both competitors were attached to the rope the bell rang. The two circled each other each pulling in on the rope to get closer to the other. Or in Celeste’s case to get closer to the cowbell in the middle she was eyeing. The two finally got close and Nick struck first as as Celeste tried to get the cowbell. Redfield hit a few forearms before an enziguri that sent her back into the corner. Redfield came into the corner looking for a yakuza kick but Celeste tightened the rope and pushed it onto Nick’s foot sending him rolling backwards out of the corner. As Redfield got up Celeste ran out of the corner and clotheslined him with the rope. Celeste then began to use the rope as a weapon on Nick. Choking him and then whipping him with it. Nick had a grimace on his face to match the welts on his back. He didn't back down however. Nick was the first to actually grab the cowbell and caught Celeste right in the gut with it. She doubled over and he hit her in the back with the bell. Nick then headed for the turnbuckles but only got one before Celeste started roping him in. The two went at it again. Celeste caught Nick with a beautiful roundhouse kick that dropped him. She then turned her attention to the corners. Right as she was about to hit three Redfield yanked back hard on the rope pulling her backwards towards him. The crowd was invested as people were cheering for both competitors. They each tried to rally but it was Nick who took the lead. He then grabbed hold of Celeste and hit her with “Taxi Driver” (package piledriver) onto the cowbell. Celeste looked hurt and Nick wasted no time darting for the corners, getting all four.
Jackson: That was a battle!
Judd: The X championship might be the newest addition to the SAP titles but these two just showed that it still means quite a lot to the roster. They went out there and brutalized each other.
Jackson: I think Celeste performed exceptionally well here tonight.
Judd: She did, she's got an incredibly bright future. But so does Nick and he just had her number tonight. He's made it clear that this title reign means a lot to him. It's his first title. The emotion just may have been more on his side here.
The title is handed to Nick and a smile is on his face but he still has a hand wrapped around his head. He gets to his feet and meets Celeste in the middle of the ring. The two shake hands and share a hug to the applause of the fans as they appreciate the sportsmanship. Celeste then exits the ring and heads for the ramp. Nick takes in another round of cheers from the crowd. Raising the belt in the air and saying it's for them. However he never sees Adalynn Duncan slide into the ring behind him and nail him with “No Doubt” (roaring elbow) to the back of the head dropping the champ.
Jackson: My god! Duncan just leveled the champ!
Judd: Remember when I said that Adalynn just let the whole roster know that she's no one to mess with? That was premature, this is that moment.
Duncan then reaches down and grabs the X championship. She then raises the belt high in the air. Showing her objective.
Jackson: Well I think we just found out what title she's going to use that contract on.
Winner: Nick Redfield
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The cameras cut backstage to Phoenix Quagliaterre inhaling deeply as she bends down to stretch her right leg out before moving onto her left leg. She stands upright and begins bouncing from one foot to another, shaking out her hands before letting out a long exhale while her manager, Jae-Yun Sun watches with great worry at her side. Once she leans against the hallway wall, he leans against the wall with her and adjusts her VPW Hardcore Title on his left shoulder before addressing her.
Jae-Yun Sun: Breathe...
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I just really hope that we're ready... we've all seemed out of sync far as being completely on the same page as of late. I want... I want to save SAP so that the talent doesnt suffer under Cole's rule.
Jae-Yun Sun: And you will... you all will. Just.. positive thinking.
Phoenix nods her head, opening her mouth to say something when a woman made her way over to them. Phoenix raises an eyebrow, wondering if Ty sent for her or something. The woman shows her backstage pass and eagerly begins talking while waving her hands animatedly while pointing at Jae-Yun as he looked on with heavy confusion. As soon as Phoenix comprehends the woman's sentences that she seems to string together while talking, Phoenix shakes her head no.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: No... that is NOT Chimchim.
But the woman protests that it is as she angrily slaps Phoenix's hands away while trying to reach out and touch the amused Jae-Yun who she believes to be Park Jimin. Phoenix has to wave her hand to get the attention of a security guard and explain that the woman either needed to be escorted to her seat or out of the building. While watching the kicking and screaming woman be led away, Phoenix returns her attention back to Jae-Yun who is laughing into a closed fist with sparkling eyes.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: Anyways...
Jae-Yun Sun: And what was that about?
Phoenix Quagliaterre: Nothing, mistaken identity or maybe she's drunk I don't know.
Phoenix immediately tries steering the conversation back to the topic at hand.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: But yes, positive thinking is important but... i still can not help but to worry. What started off as a team seems to be split with everyone having their own goals in mind that goes beyond this match when everything is all said and done. And... that is fine, i wish everyone the best but I mean this match... we have SO much riding on it. And i wonder if we can all pull it together to be able to work as a strong team to put down Hellfire Club for good and put Cole in his place.
She sighs with frustration.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: It's not that i don't believe in us... I do but I mean the fans have been so split as of late. My fans see just me now and they no longer see X, Gabe and I as a team... so of course their support has been solely focused on me. And like... doesn't feel like a trio anymore. It feels so weird... but I mean i guess people truly do grow apart and that's fine. If they want to do their own thing now, i respect that.. meaning I just need to focus on me and what I need to do then. Things have been like this for a while now... i guess I am the first to really just speak it into existence and shed light on it.
She seems a bit bothered about this for a moment as Jae-Yun just listens intently to everything she's saying.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I should have expected it to be temporary... I mean X and Gabe don't get along enough to tag team... plus they seem content on doing things their way solo. And I... I have this...
She hits the plate of the Hardcore Title with her knuckles.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I guess tonight is not just an end of one era concerning the Hellfire Club... it also marks the end of our era as well.
She sighs softly before pushing herself off the wall, looking towards the left end of the hallway.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: Lets go get my hands wrapped and talk strategy... I need to be focused for this.
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Bloody Mary vs. Cailey Carter
Cailey tried to chain with Mary early which was a bad idea. Mary wasn't playing games tonight as she tried to put a real hurting on little miss sunshine. Mary was brutal with joint locks before focusing right on the back of Carter. She landed a few backbreaker s before placing her in a bow and arrow but Carter refused to give in. This likely only made Mary more angry. Now Mary moved to the more power based offense she's known for. She threw Cailey into the corner and hit her with some shoulder thrusts followed by a face wash that had Carter reeling. Mary pulled her out of the corner and then ran across the ring before planting her with a Death Valley driver. She went for the cover but pulled Cailey up at two herself. Not yet happy with the amount of damage she's done. Mary pulled Cailey up and connected with “Wasteland of the Soul” (double underhook piledriver and got the win.
Jackson: Mary bounces back with a win here tonight at Fall Classic!
Judd: Tonight is a night of statement wins cause Mary just had another one right here. The way she pulled Cailey up when she wasn't done with her just shows what Mary is about. A loss against the National champion is nothing to Mary. She's going to bounce back.
Winner: Bloody Mary
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Brandon Banks is seen staring at his Great American championship. The expression on his face is difficult to read as he looks up and releases a sigh. His attention turns to the sound of footsteps coming up behind, his expression changing to a faint smirk as he sees the person heading his way.
BB: This probably ain’t the best time for a pep talk, bruh.
The camera pans around to reveal Ashley Maldano already in her ring gear, her eyes locked on the Great American championship. Brandon sees his and turns his attention to the championship himself, the smirk turning into a wide grin.
BB: You want me to take a picture of this thing for ya? You starin’ hard boy right now.
ASHLEY MALDANO: No pep talk needed tonight, Brandon. She says before looking up finally making eye contact with not only her friend and inspiration, but her opponent tonight for the Great American Championship.
ASHLEY MALDANO: Of course I'm staring at it hella hard, Banks. That's the goal. That's the agenda. Tonight I get another go at the great almighty Brandon Banks..
She smirks of her own, before twirling her custom #AoTW docs on the ground as she runs her hand through her dark hair.
ASHLEY MALDANO: And where I wasn't going to find you before the match tonight. I was going to just zone out in a corner and keep my focus for tonight. But what couldn't shake out of my head is you repeatedly saying I know what I have to do tonight.
She says raising an eyebrow before sitting down looking back at the championship.
ASHLEY MALDANO: Go out there, wrestle a match and win the gold. Seems simple enough right? Not so much.. there's something different about this time. But I'll let you talk and let me know what you were talking about..
She says looking at him, Brandon rolling his eyes at the acquisition.
BB: I’m pretty damn sure you already know. This--
He points at the arena wall and then his title.
BB: ---It was all a mistake. Coming back to a business that drove me crazy for the last decade was a mistake, and I need someone who doesn’t hate my damn ass for one reason or another to put me out of my misery. It’s not gonna happen at the hands of someone who couldn’t give a hoverin’ fuck about me. It gotta be done by somehow who actually cares.
Brandon walks by Ashley, only looking back to say:
BB: Finish the damn job, Ashley.
Brandon turns down the hall, leaving Ashley to stand there silently thinking. The look on her face left her both confused but an even bigger part of her understanding. As she looks at him walk down the hall, she simply nods her head before reaching back to put her hair in a pony tail.
ASHLEY MALDANO: So be it.
Ashley says plainly before she nods her head, jumping up and down to hype herself up for the battle she was about to have.
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Rachel Redding vs. Clue
Clue stuck a hand out in a show of sportsmanship but Rachel batted it away. Clue tried to control the match early but Rachel wasn't having any of it. She stuck to her guerrilla tactics to take charge of the match. She caught Clue with a leg feed enziguri and then began to lay stomps all over his body. She spent extra time on the legs and arms really trying to work him over. Rachel then put him in a stepover toehold to try and wear him down. Clue found his way to the ropes and got to his feet. Thought it wasn't for long as Rachel quickly had a leg and got him into a calf killer. Clue was in trouble but he stayed as calm as he could. He fought and worked his way back to the bottom rope. He got to his feet but it was slowly. This allowed Redding to hit the ropes and catch him with a hard “Category 1” (v trigger) and got the pin.
Jackson: Another win for Redding! She is really taking charge here.
Judd: It's only a matter of time until she gets a shot at the National championship or even the Great American title. Redding can't be held down much longer
Suddenly a man makes his way through the crowd to ringside with a microphone in his hands.
“Congratulations Miss Redding. What an impressive win tonight. Except it wasn't really?”
A tall and slender man with an Italian accent walks around the ring.
“See Rachel you like to act like you're impressive. That you're not here for any kind of validation. Who are you trying to lie to? The fact is Rachel that you're nothing. Someone who gets to be at the right places at the right time and makes it work by being a mean girl. They say that your title material here. I disagree. Not only in words but I will show you in actions.”
He stops right in front of the announce table.
“My name is Luca Di Paolo, and I'm going to be the man who shows the world that you're nothing more than a fraud.”
He tosses the mic and walks back into the crowd. Redding just shrugs her shoulders and exits the ring.
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North Atlantic Championship Match
Felix Vialpando © vs. Mark Storm
The bell rang and these two were a little slow to react. Each trying to feel the other out as they slowly went through a few series of moves. It soon turned into a competition of who could out suplex the other. They traded double arm, exploder’s, northern lights, then they went back and forth with German’s. It wasn't very long into the match when both men seemed to be waning a bit. Then came the strike exchanges. Neither man was backing down from the other in a standoff for supremacy. Felix then dropped Storm with a ddt. Felix took his time getting back to his feet so he can catch his breath. When he looked up he could see Storm also getting to his feet. Felix went to charge Storm but Mark leaped into the air and sent Felix to the mat with a frankensteiner. Storm wasted no time and pulled Felix up for a tombstone piledriver. He went for the cover but only got a two count. Storm could smell blood in the water and wanted to put this to bed. He set Vialpando up for “Dystopia” but Felix slid down his back and then caught him with a Pele kick to the back of the head which dropped Storm to a knee. Felix got up quickly and grabbed hold of him to connect with “Grito de Falcon” (contra code). Felix hooked the leg for the pin and got the three count.
Jackson: Another defense in the books for the North Atlantic champion.
Judd: The true North Atlantic champion Jackson! When people say that titles name he is the only person that comes to mind. Ashley Maldano and and everyone else can think they're taking that belt from him but I just don't see it happening.
Winner: Felix Vialpando
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The camera opens up on the office of Avery Quinn. He is sitting at his desk with his laptop open to the Evolve Network feed and a few cellphones on the table in front of him. His door swings open making him jump a bit as he didn't expect it. Cole Connors comes strolling in with Arnaud Smirnov behind him.
Cole: Good to see you Avery.
Quinn takes a breath and adjusts himself in his chair.
Avery: How can I help you Cole?
Cole: Please, Mr. Connors would be much better.
Avery lets out a low sigh and speaks again.
Avery: How can I help you, Mr. Connors?
Cole: That's better. Now I came here tonight because you're going to make tonight's match a no disqualification match for me.
Avery: And why would I do that?
Cole: Because you're options are that either you make the match no dq or we leave right now.
Avery: You can't do that.
Cole: Of course I can. They agreed that we set the time and place of the match. It was a verbal agreement. Nothing set in stone. I can call it back and wait until you make it no dq. So think about it. What are you going to do if we walk? Are you going to be the one to go out there and tell the fans that tonight's main event has been cancelled? Are you going to tell them it was your fault.
Quinn looks visibly frustrated for a moment but composes himself.
Avery: Fine, the match is now no disqualifications.
Cole: Thank you was that so hard?
Connors then points his head to the door and Arnaud follows him. Cole goes to walk through the doorway when he's stopped by Avery calling him.
Avery: Oh Cole, this is the last time you're ever going to strongarm me like this.
Cole shakes his head and laugh.
Cole: Oh Avery, that's no way to treat you're new boss. Remember it's Mr. Connors.
With that Cole and Arnaud leave.
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International Tag Team Titles Match
The Reeds © vs. Ortega & Hemingway
The bell rang and Ortega wasted no time going right after Lilah. He nailed her with a few clubs followed by an inverted atomic drop followed off with a headbutt that sent her to the mat. Ortega went for a cover but Charlie broke it up. Joey then pulled up Lilah and whipped her into his corner. Joey landed some chops before tagging in Stone. Stone went to grab Lilah but she stomped on his foot and got away to tag in Charlie. Now more evenly matched the two big men squared off. At one point Stone went for a uranage backbreaker but while in the air Charlie turned it into a modified arm drag. Once on the mat Charlie started looking for submissions and even locked on a cross armbreaker but Joey came into break it up. Stone was starting to wear and it was evident. He fought off Charlie long enough to tag back in Joey. Joey came in with his usual rage. He started firing off wild punches at Charlie who fended off most of them but got caught with a headbutt that sent him back into the corner. Lilah made a blind tag but the ref saw it. Joey went after Charlie again this time locking him in an iron claw. Lilah snuck into the ring and broke Joey away from Charlie and lifted him up for the “Brat Bounce” (rack attack). Lilah went for the cover. Stone tried to break it but Charlie cut him off long enough for Lilah to get the three count.
Jackson: The Reeds win again.
Judd: They likely have the best win percentage in the company. These two just had their first title defense. Arguably the hardest it's the one with all the pressure. Now they just got to keep their momentum rolling.
Winners: The Reeds
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As the camera flits to backstage, there is an eerie silence. The Black Flag of Brendan Samuels is hung high and proud in the locker room, a table is slotted next to it and upon it is not only one of the 2CW Interstate Tag Team title belts, but also the most coveted prize in all of Spirit and Pride Wrestling, the National Championship. It glimmers and glows upon the table, the artificial light flickering upon it. As the camera pans out, the popular yet mysterious champion can be seen, viewing three separate television screens, his cool and calculated eyes searching then absorbing all information displayed in the flickering images. One screen shows the night’s proceedings, highlights replays of all the great contests so far this very night. The second screen is a greatest hits of sort, focusing on Samuels opponent tonight, CJ Cross. All of his highs and lows are on full display, mainly focusing on his performances within SAP that lead to him getting a shot at the prize Brendan holds, the National Championship. His focus on this footage is intense, his eyes narrowing at every movement and replay, until his view switches to the final screen. On here the footage of Brandon Banks plays out, the Great American Champion and the man who will one day challenge the Kraken for the National title if he is still champion. Samuels tilts his head as he watches the footage before turning back to the middle screen, then nods his head. He snatches his own belts, placing one on each shoulder before with a single phrase he leaves, ready for battle. “You will know my name…” he says. And with that, he is gone.
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Great American Title Match
Brandon Banks vs. Ashley Maldano
Ashley started this match out slow as she was trying to find a chink in the armor of Banks. The two chain for a short moment as Banks instead decides to put a boot to the head of Maldano. He pulled her up and then drove another knee into her gut before throwing her to the outside through the middle rope. Banks then darted for the ropes but then as he got close to the other side of the ring he just stopped and smiled and walked back to the center of the ring to to a chorus of boos.
Banks headed back that way however and slid out of the ring to the outside. He picked up Maldano and she rushed him into the apron. Banks yelled out and clutched at his lower back. Maldano got up on the apron and went to catch Banks with a punt but he saw her coming. He went to sweep her legs but she jumped over them. Banks then climbed onto the apron himself but Maldano acted quickly and grabbed hold of him. She spun Banks around and then delivered a neckbreaker onto the apron.
Banks was looking a little hurt from the move as he rolled to the floor. Ashley picked him up and rolled him into the ring. She then quickly jumped up to the ropes and attempted a springboard guillotine leg drop but Banks had the wherewithal to move out of the way. Ashley clutched at her tailbone while Banks made it to his feet. Ashley got to a knee and Banks swooped in to hit her with a ddt.
Banks pulled Maldano up by the hair. She swated his hands away and drove a forearm into his gut. Banks doubled over and Maldano underhooked the arms before lifting him for a sitout facebuster. She goes for the cover but Banks kicks out. This time it was Ashley who pulled Banks up by the hair. Banks overbooked the arm and then pulled her in to nail her with a stiff forearm.
Maldano dropped to a knee and Banks told her to get up and fight. She willed herself up and caught Banks with a right hand to the jaw that stunned him. She acted quickly and whipped him as hard as she could into the ropes. Banks crashed hard and fell down in the corner. Maldano got a running start and leaped for a bronco buster. Banks quickly grabbed the bottom rope and swung himself out of the ring. Maldano hit the ropes and then fell backward landing hard on her shoulders and neck. Banks slid back into the ring and as Ashley was getting up he nailed her with a “Bank Shot” (superkick). Maldano crumbled to the mat and Banks went for the cover getting the three count.
Jackson: Banks with another successful defense.
Judd: He truly is one of the greatest to ever do it. All it takes is just to give him the slightest bit of separation and he can kill you for it. Some of the best ring presence I've ever seen.
Jackson: There surely are few who can do it like Brandon Banks and I'm sure Brendan Samuels was watching.
Winner: Brandon Banks
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National Championship Match
Brendan Samuels © vs. CJ Cross
As CJ stood across from the champ he looked calm and confident. Then the black flag at ringside began to wave and the chant soon followed. As the majority of the crowd began to chant “His Name is Brendan!” it's hard not to be a little overwhelmed. Cross kept a straight face however and waited for the match to start.
The bell rang and the two men came out from their corners. Samuels massive size advantage was clearly evident but Cross came out swinging and lit Samuels up with a chop. The Kraken returned the favor and ripped one across the chest of Cross who let out an audible yell. However he grit his teeth and lit Samuels up with another one. Samuels returned the favor and Cross had to back away holding his chest.
Samuels didn't want to give Cross any time and attempted an axe bomber but CJ saw him coming and countered it by wrapping himself around Samuels’ arm and then taking him over with a crucifix. The ref is in position and starts to count but Brendan kicks out. CJ quickly gets to his feet and Samuels gets to a knee and gives him a smile.
Cross rushed in and went for a lariat of his own but Samuels just ate it. He then picked Cross up and dropped him onto his knee with a shoulder breaker. Cross rolled on the mat trying not to stay sedentary so Samuels could get a pin. Cross pulled himself up in the corner and then saw Samuels coming. He moved out of the way and Samuels went for a corner spear but couldn't stop the momentum and ended up going through the ropes to the post. Cross saw a chance and kicked him in the ribs sending Brendan to the outside.
The crowd was pumping and CJ could feel the energy. He scaled the top rope and looked out at the crowd as Samuels was getting to his feet. As CJ was about to jump he's pulled off of the top rope to the mat. Vince Steel had rushed to the ring and CJ was the first person in his way. Steel asks for a microphone but CJ isn't going away that easy and attacks Steel from behind. Steel turns around and gives him the “Hand of Steel” (iron claw slam).
Steel took the microphone and began to go on a tirade about how no one cared about him being gone or the surgery he had to go through. Steel went on to mention that he never even got another shot at the National championship after Samuels won. And if they weren't going to give it to him then he was going to take it. Steel then looked over to Samuels who was standing next to the pirate fans who wave the black flag and told him he would see him in two weeks.
Jackson: Vince Steel has a vendetta against the world.
Judd: Do you blame him? Vince Steel has been here since day one and all he has had is people oppose him for no reason. He's been a force here. The man won the National championship, came second in “No Man’s Land”, 3rd in the Great American Grand Prix. He has gone out and proven himself over and over and never gets credit for it.
Jackson: No one is doubting the man's credentials. He certainly is one of the best in the promotion and now he's looking to get the National championship back.
Winner: CJ Cross by DQ
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Main Event
The Infamous Ten Person Tag Match
If Cole and Hellfire Club win then Cole gets majority control of SAP. If they lose they must leave SAP for good.
Tyberius King, Phoenix Quagliaterre, Xavier Laroux, Gabriel Laroux, Jessica Nitoh vs. Cole Connors, Asmodeus Bael, Bernhardt Van DenBerg, Arnaud Smirnov, Tyson Braddock[/b]
Each team stares across the ring from each other. Both of them with bad intentions in their eyes.
Jackson: This is it. The main event. The literal future of the company is at stake here.
Judd: I can't imagine the pressure on both sides here.
The bell rings and an all out brawl starts between the two teams. The crowd is going nuts as they watch Phe land a right hook on Cole that drops him to the mat. Bael gouges the eyes of King to then go after Phoenix. Things already break down faster than they thought as Hellfire Club finds themselves down a person as Cole rolls to the outside.
Xavier and Gabriel take on Arnaud and Tyson. Gabe sends Tyson and himself over the top rope with a cactus clothesline. Xavier has a tougher time with Braddock but after a few punches he sends him out of the ring and takes chase.
Phe, Ty, and Jess now find themselves across from Bael and Bernhardt. Ty mouths something to the other two and then charges at Bael. Bernhardt catches King with a monster lariat that turns him inside out. As King is in the middle of getting hit Nitoh charges Bael and starts to slug it out with him. Phe waits and as Bernhardt turns to go after Jess she sprints as fast as she can and dives hard catching Bernhardt with a chop block that sends him down. Ty is back up and drives a knee into the back of Bernhardt’s skull. Bael gets the upper hand on Jess but it's not for long as Phe lands a shot to the kidneys to Bael from behind.
On the outside Tyson runs Xavier into the apron and starts firing punches. Gabriel tosses Arnaud into the crowd and then runs over to grab Tyson and sends him head first into the turnbuckle pole. The two share a nod and then Gabriel takes a chair to the back from Cole. Xavier goes to grab him but Arnaud comes out from the crowd and attacks Xavier.
Phe was working over Bael while Jess and Ty we're keeping Bernhardt at bay. As Phe was placing her hands around Bael’s throat Cole showed up and cracked her in the back with a kendo stick. Ty heard the sound and went to turn his attention to Cole but Tyson came in and tackled him to the mat. Jess went to help but then Cole hit her with the kendo stick. Xavier and Gabriel hit the ring to try and get order back but Bernhardt nailed them with clotheslines from both of his giant arms.
It looked as if Hellfire Club was utilizing their game plan but Phe threw a wrench in it when she punched Cole in the nuts and stole the kendo stick from him. Cole fled from the ring before taking any more damage. Arnaud went at Phe but ate a kendo stick to the face for it. Tyson got up off of Ty to charge Phe but King hooked his legs and took him to the ground. Phe showed she certainly wasn't playing any games when she hit Bael in the throat with the kendo stick. Bernhardt sees this and is about to head for Phe but X and Gabe land stereo superkicks to his bad knee.
Hellfire Club all went to the outside to regroup. Phe, X, and Gabe chased after them which made Ty and Jess follow. HC knew they were coming and struck first. The nefarious group used their history of underhanded tactics to take the advantage and separate the group. Eventually Ty and Asmodeus returned to the ring.
The crowd cheered for Ty as the two finally squared off. The two started a strike war. Asmodeus had the advantage at first due to his karate background but Ty caught a Muay Thai elbow strike clean that cut Bael above the eye and stunned him dropping him to a seated position. Ty headed for the ropes and caught Bael with “Snake Bite” (sliding d). Ty went for the cover but Cole jumped up onto the apron and hit the referee with a trash can.
Cole dropped off of the apron. Ty looked over to see the referee down and went to check on him. He shook him a bit and got him to start moving. King stood up and turned around only for Bael to grab hold of him and land “Decension” (emerald flowsion KAI). The referee crawled over as Bael made the cover. The ref started counting and King put his foot on the bottom rope at two but the referee wasn't in position to see it and made the three count.
Jackson: Oh my god.
Judd: King had his foot on the ropes this is a tragedy!
Chris: I mean, I don't hate Cole.
Jackson’s face turned red and he couldn't hold back.
Jackson: Shut the fuck up Chris!
Winners: Hellfire Club
Aiden jumps up out of his recliner and starts arguing with the ref about the foot on the ropes but the ref claims he didn't see it. In the ring Hellfire Club is celebrating. Ty sees the ref and points to the bottom rope. King sits on his knees and puts his head is hands. The rest of Team SAP climbed into the ring. Jess hugged Ty from behind while Phe put a hand on his shoulder. Xavier and Gabe tried to tell him that it was ok.
Aiden gets furious at the ref and takes out his phone. After a minute on the phone Avery Quinn makes his way out to the ring with a second ref behind him. They meet with the other ref and start counseling. Aiden grabs Phe’s oldest child Sindaya out from the crowd who was recording the match on her phone. Aiden has her show the video of Ty’s foot clearly on the ropes. The first ref and Avery see it and Avery calls for the match to be restarted. Cole yells that he can't do that. Avery says the hell he can't and calls for the available board members to take a vote. Avery, Aiden, Ty, Jackson, and Phe all vote to restart the match. Cole is furious but Avery calls for the bell.
Match Restarted
As soon as they ring the bell King bursts going after anyone who is in front of him. The rest of the team follows suit. They're able to get the upper hand but the fight soon spills to the outside. X and Gabe start cracking skulls while the rest focus they're attack on Bernhardt. Van DenBerg starts using his signature power and starts hurting people. Ty gets sent to the ground and starts digging under the ring. Just as Bernhardt grabs Gabriel by the neck King cracks Bernhardt in his weakened knee with a crowbar.
Bernhardt falls hard and lets out a scream. Bael stops in his tracks to check on his monster. Bael leaves himself unguarded and takes a boot to the face from Phe. Cole has armed himself and Arnaud and Tyson with chairs and they start attacking their opponents.
Jess manages to chase Cole away and she follows him. Arnaud and Tyson have gone back to war with X and Gabe. Phe is pulling up Bael when he shoves her off and catches her with a roundhouse kick. King rushes at Bael but Asmodeus wrestles the crowbar from him and cracks him in the head with it.
Bael grabs Phe and rolls her into the ring. Bael has some words for Phe as he begins to lay into her with hard strikes. Bael then drags her over to the corner. Bael yells out to Arnaud and Tyson who have Xavier and Gabe incapacitated for the moment. Arnaud pulls a table out from under the ring while Tyson slides in the ring to aid Asmodeus. Arnaud gets the ladder set up and yells for security to back up the crowd. He digs under the ring again and gets a lighter and some fluid.
Arnaud squirts the bottle on the table and then lights it. Braddock lifts up Phe and hands her to Bael who has her in a powerbomb position. Nitoh slides into the ring armed with a Captain America shield. She blasts Braddock in the back of the head with it. As Bael is about to lift Phe up for a powerbomb Jess removes the shield and throws it like a frisbee. It cracks Bael right in the head and he lets go of Phe.
Phe lands upright on the ropes. She looks down at the table below her. Xavier shows up and grabs Arnaud and powerbomb’s him on the apron. Phe leaps up gives Bael a hurricanrana though the flaming table.
The ring is empty again and Cole slides inside of it looking to steer clear of anyone. King grabs the apron and pulls himself up, blood streaming down his face. He grabs a chain from under the ring and starts wrapping it around his knee. Cole walks over to the ropes and looks at the carnage outside of the ring as Xavier helps Phe up. King climbs into the ring and as Cole turns around Ty nails him with the “Eye of Horus” (busaiku knee kick).
The chain busts Cole open and he starts to pour blood. King isn't done as he pulls Connors up and hurls him onto his shoulders. Ty throws him off and lands “Kingdom Come” (Fireman's carry into superkick). Ty covers Cole and the members of Hellfire Club who aren't down try to enter the ring but are held back as the referee counts three.
Jackson: They did it! They did it!
Judd: What a war we just witnessed. It played on every emotion there.
Chris: I mean, I don't mind Ty.
Judd this time fired off.
Judd: Shut the fuck up Chris.
Winners: Tyberius King, Phoenix Quagliaterre, Xavier Laroux, Gabriel Laroux, Jessica Nitoh
The audience is alive with so much excitement, cheering and screaming themselves hoarse while the Hellfire Club is trying to hold back an outraged Cole who is cursing up a storm. Phoenix rolls back into the ring with microphone in hand as Jessica hugs Xavier tightly while bursting with so much excitement, her eyes glistening with tears from how proud she was that they had done it. Gabriel smirks around at the audience while the ref continues holding his hand up into the air. Phoenix and Ty are bearhugging each other while they talk to each other animatedly at the same time, their eyes widened in proud surprise at the great success they had tonight. Phoenix and Jessica take turns talking to Gabriel and Xavier with excitement before Phoenix takes center of the ring, lifting the mic to her lips. Her manager, Jae-Yun joins her by her side as he drapes her VPW Hardcore Title over her shoulder while looking around at the cheering crowd. Jessica hugs Xavier again as Phoenix takes notice that Hellfire Club and Cole haven't disappeared to the back yet. With a smirk, she waves at them before taunting them.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: Na na na naaaa, na na na naaaa, heeyyy heeyyy heeyyy, GOOOOD BYEEEE!
The audience joins in as Ty does as well, Jessica giggling and waving at her former arch nemeses while Gabriel and Xavier look on in pure amusement. Phoenix doesn't stop until the men have disappeared backstage and that's when she finally turns to look at her teammates. She seems to have so much to say that she does not know where to start as she looks to the audience and seems to want to address them first.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: Phe-natics and SAP Universe.... WE DID IT!
The audience erupts with loud cheers, making the smiles on everyone's faces broaden and brighten.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I just want.. to thank you all for your undying support for us. Even when things seemed real bad and that we probably would not have pulled this off tonight, just know that your endless support and love kept us going and we could not have done it without all of you guys tonight.
She bends her index finger and crosses it over her thumb to present the audience with the Korean heart gesture that seems to cause the screams to grow louder. Phoenix then turns her attention to her teammates finally as she smiles brightly at them, her eyes a bit moistened as she's all caught up in the moment.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I told you, Ty when i stepped from behind the scenes to deal with Hellfire Club head on months ago that I refused to pull back until they were disposed of. And now that they have been chased away and won't be bothering you anymore, I only wish that you get more relaxation and continue enjoying life more. Things can only go up from here.. and you truly deserve every reward you get your hands on. Don't EVER in your life let anyone make you feel less than you are. You are special and you are very important not only to the company but to your loved ones as well.
Ty smiles at Phoenix, her words touching him as Phoenix turns her attention to Jessica.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: I hope tonight gave you alot of closure because I know how much of a thorn in your side Cole and them were to you as well. I only wish that you continue climbing the ladder of success, higher and higher until you reach that goal you have your heart set on. You're such a great friend and I honestly do not think we could have done this without you tonight.
Phoenix pats the side of the mic as a form of applause that the audience joins in on, even chanting Jessica's name as the beautiful blonde blushes and smiles at the love she is receiving. And finally... Phoenix turns her attention to Xavier and Gabriel, even having to take a step forward to the brothers for this. She seems to hesitate a bit as the emotion of the moment in its entirety is getting to her but she takes a deep breath and continues on.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: And you two... quite a journey we have been on. Gabriel, with me electing you to be my face of SAP and Xavier... just wanting you by my side period. You have done so much in these past few months, Gabriel and I have to say everything you've done business wise has been so amazing... you've taken things to extraordinary heights and I only hope you continue to do so. You are unstoppable if you put your mind to it and you constantly show why I chose you as the goldenboy. Continue achieving greatness as only you can.
Her eyes slowly move over to Xavier as she stares at him, a silent long pause before she starts to speak.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: And X... I know things took a turn for the worse when you not only lost the Showcase Championship but was also fired from FAW, but you know as well as I do that nothing ever seems to stop you... you keep on going and you keep on leaving everyone in awe and amazed. I know that you are going to do SUCH great things at Pride Pro, showing them why you're the world's favorite drug and how easily it is to become addicted. I am... so sorry that we could not rule together but you will still continue to show everyone why you are the best at what you do.
Her eyes fall to the mat for a moment before she looks back up to him and smiles, wiping away a tear that threatens to escape. She turns to address them all at once now.
Phoenix Quagliaterre: These are tears of joy that we all were able to band together to accomplish that one goal tonight of making sure that SAP was saved... but now? We all must go our separate ways as far as goals wise. May we always remember this tonight because it will certainly be unforgettable...
Phoenix then passes the mic off to Ty who takes it from her, looking her over with concern as he rubs her back and whispers something to her. She smiles at him and gives him a small hug before she exits the ring with her manager. She doesn't look back as she heads towards the back with Jae-Yun, her head lowered to hide her moist eyes before she lifts her chin proudly. The camera then focuses back on the ring as Ty is left looking at Phoenix's departing back while Jessica is riding high on that glorious win while talking excitedly to Xavier. Gabriel looks around the chanting audience, that smirk never leaving his face as the cameras dim out.