[Roxi Johnson]

 Well, one more week until Keira and I go into our deep preparation for the chance to make history. One last stop on the way there. I am glad that Keira is getting a chance to rest up after going toe to toe and nearly defeating Mikah, and proving herself to be quite the fighter. My wife never ceases to amaze me, and make me proud. I have no doubts we will become the tag team champions. But, I do have one more match before that, against one Alexis Edwards.

I suppose I should just talk directly to Alexis, and not beat around the bush and talk about her. Alexis, I’d just rather get this out of the way. I just have to ask where all this hostility is coming from, first and foremost. I mean, what did I, or Amy Marshall, or Lucy, or anybody you’ve run down here in the past few months ever really done to you? I mean, seriously? From what I gather, you are angry with me, for… being friendly. And that’s really about it. Your problem with me stems from seeing me be a positive and friendly person. Because I guess I should be miserable and hate everything like you do. Is that really it?  Because I choose to be happy and look at the bright side of every situation, I’m just some fake, a fraud, and all that? It’s cute you think that way, It was just like Amy. Amy was just like you thinking I was fake, and I proved her wrong. Because when it was over with me and Amy, it was over. No lasting hatred, though she may still hate me, even though she won the Iron woman match by killing the clock.  She still ended up one and done with the Internet championship. I’ve moved on to bigger and better things. I’d say you attacking Amy and Lucy was pretty much your only way in anyway, you got beat by both Crystal Hilton and Mercedes Vargas in the recent memory. Oh, and Keira and I beat you and your buddy Mikah in a tag match.

This seems like a desperate moment for you. Because if you don’t beat me, then what?

What will be the excuse then? Was it something I said to you on twitter? Was it the exchanges that you wanted to butt in to that left you with egg on your face that’s gotten you so angry? You should look before you leap is all I’m saying. But of course, it’s all part of our evil plan to make you look bad, right? Did Keira or I cost you either singles match? No. And I do believe it was you who failed to save your partner from being beat. But I guess that one is kind of our fault for simply being in the match. And then you let Mikah get beat up afterwards too. But, no, it’s our fault. Everything wrong with you, is someone else’s fault.

But I get it, your goal is to destroy me, as you put it. But you see Alexis, I’m not going to be destroyed by losing a match. Heck, I’ve lost a ton of times. And yet, here I stand. Actually, I’d wager I’ve beaten far more people than I’ve lost to, but that’s neither here nor there. Point is, a loss, is something you learn from. I am fully aware that things have no exactly gone smooth for you since you debuted, and that’s okay. But if you think that beating me is going to solve all your problems, you clearly have another thing coming. But by the same token, me beating you, doesn’t end everything for you. I know at first you’ll probably think I’m just, as people say today “trolling” you, but the honest truth is, I want you to succeed. I have nothing against you, even though you clearly dislike me for being happy. I want you to be as successful as the next person. I don’t agree with the way you go about things so far, but if you want to make everyone an enemy, that’s fine. Once again, it’s you who will have to deal with the consequences.

But you know, you do remind me of Misty not that long ago. I mean, back in the day, Misty hated my guts too. She couldn’t stand me, thought I was obnoxious and annoying, much like you do now. And when Misty made her turn and tried to right all her wrongs, nobody thought she was sincere. Well, almost nobody. I reached out, when no one else would and gave Misty the chance she wanted. I believed in her, and it turned out to be true. Misty and I became friends, despite all our issues in the past. And she was one of the first to stick up for me, when I went through my dark period. She became a true friend. I hate the fact that she does these things to herself and she gets so down and despondent. I miss my friend. But, I feel like you and I Alexis, we can head down that same path. You may hate me now, but, even still, if you ever need anything I’m always gonna be here for you. Just like I was for Misty, and I just like I was for Amy. Despite all she did. I don’t hate you, even if you wanted me to. I don’t hate anybody, really. Life is just too short to hate anyone. People put too much energy into hating other people and, it just makes no sense to me.

But I know, to you, I’m fake, phony, a fraud, I don’t really care about people, I just do it to be popular, right? Well, I guess I need to set you straight too. I have never done things just to be popular. Heck, there’s plenty of people who don’t like me, and wish I would just go away. And there are people who need me. That’s the part you don’t see. The part that I don’t make public, because I’m not looking to draw in sympathy for myself, or for anyone who does need me. It’s not my style. Never has been, never will be. I spend my moments being friendly, because I’m just a friendly person. I don’t see how that’s fake or phony. Maybe it’s because I come onto social media with a positive message. Maybe it’s that. But again, you only see that, because others need to see it.

Sure, there are days where I’m tired, I’m hurt, not feeling well, and the list goes on and on. But those people, my friends who need me, they don’t want to hear me, or see me bellyaching or whining about myself. They have their own issues. And it’s my duty to help them. Not the other way around. Being a superhero is no bed of roses, you know? It’s a thankless job, and I don’t mind it, because if I can help one person, if I can make just one of them to make it through the day with positive reinforcement… I have done my job. That’s what I am about. You may believe I’m all sunshine and rainbows, but I’m not. I just don’t dwell on the bad things, because they pass, and I’d much rather focus on being happy.

Maybe, just maybe, you should take my advice and be happy, instead of being miserable.

Now I get that once this match is over, even IF you win, you’ll still be mad, watching around here with permanent stink-eye for everyone for some strange reason. And it’ll be even worse WHEN you lose. You saw what happened when you lost to Mercedes? How she taunted you? That’s not going to be me. It’s a match to me, and you just happen to be my opponent. I expect you to give me your all, and I expect a challenge and a half, absolutely. I’ve never doubted your skills and abilities inside the ring. Far be it from me. I’m not perfect either.  Even though you obviously think I think I am. Not even close, Alexis. But that does not mean I am incapable of beating anyone on this roster. I have wins over just about everyone. In the ring, one on one. You are no bigger threat to me than any one of them. I treat you all equally. Even though, some people think I shouldn’t. That for you, maybe I should just not care, and just go out there and try to embarrass you, and then run all over social media and scream from the mountain top how I beat up Alexis Edwards and defeated her and now I should be talked about as one of the greats. But that’s never been me. I don’t really have anything left to prove to anyone. But seemingly, you have quite a bit to prove.

It’s never good to walk around with that complex. Like you have to prove something to everyone. It just makes for a bad time. You don’t have to prove anything to me, Alexis. I know you’re good. I’m well aware of this. Even in losing you show every time that you are aggressive, and you go for it. That’s awesome. I’m excited just you like to be wrestling on Sunday. But do not confuse respect with fear. I don’t fear you, or any threats you make to me. I’ve heard it all before, and none of it impresses me, or makes me think that you’ve learned something about me that nobody knows. I’m an open book anyway. If anyone is going to get a lesson, it’s you, the new girl.

And the lesson will be in full session on Sunday when we meet in the ring. I’m going to defeat you and move on to the real task that lays ahead of me. Keira and I are set to win the tag team titles and make history.  But I’m not going overlook you, Alexis. You have my full attention. You’ve had it all week, even if you don’t realize it. No matter what I did this week, I was reminded of you. So I will be ready, and when we meet, you give me your best shot, and I’ll be ready to give you mine. Trust me on that.

But in case you think I’m bluffing, Let me show you, exactly what I mean.



{The scene opens inside Roxi and Keira’s gym area converted in the apartment complex. Inside the now set-up wrestling ring, Roxi is joined by Keira, and a new wrestler, Lucy Cho. Lucy leans against the ropes holding her back a little, as Roxi and Keira stand near one another.}

Roxi – I know, taking all those bumps sucks, but we’re going to

Roxi – Okay, we’re gonna start really simple. Lock up, and arm drag. You want a good, solid lock-up, and you have to really put effort into this, otherwise it’s going to look bad and you’re going to lose the audience. If they see you slacking, they’ll let you know about it.

Lucy – Alright…gotcha.

Roxi – Now, Keira and I are going to go really slow, about a quarter speed so you see everything.

{Keria and Roxi circle slowly, and then slowly lock up.}

Roxi – Okay, collar and elbow.  Right hand goes to the elbow, left hand to the collar. Simple, but you have to do it with intensity. You want it nice and tight. Okay?

Lucy – Okay, I can do that.

Roxi – Okay. Come on in here.

{Keira steps aside as Roxi and Lucy slowly lock up.}

Roxi – Remember, right hand to my elbow, left hand to my collar.

{They lock up, and it’s at a slow speed.}

Roxi – Okay? Feel comfortable?

Lucy – Yeah.

Roxi – Okay.

{The break the lock up, and do it a few more times at a slow pace.}

Roxi – Okay, now we’re going to do it at half speed.

{Lucy obliges and the hold still looks smooth, but a little sloppy as Lucy’s hands slip a little.}

Lucy – Shit.

Roxi – It’s okay, it’s why we’re practicing.

{A few more times, and Lucy fixes her issues.}

Roxi – Good. Now, you’re going to go full speed. Ready?

Lucy – Yes…

Roxi – Hey… it’s okay if you mess up. I mess up, Keira messes up, We’re here to learn.

Lucy – Okay.

{The two lock up, full speed, and it’s not perfect, but good.}

Roxi – Very good. Keira?

{Keira nods.}

Keira – She’s getting it.

{Roxi moves back and Keira steps in and takes her place.}

Roxi – Okay, about 10 more times with Keira and we’ll move on.

{Lucy and Keira lock up a few time with Roxi keenly observing. They break after the last lockup.}

Lucy – How was that?

Roxi – Good. Good. You’re a fast study. Okay, step back.

{Lucy steps back as Roxi and Keira are now locked up.}

Roxi – Now, we’re going to do an arm drag, really slowly. Keira you do the arm drag.

Keira – Okay.

Roxi – Now, what’s going to happen here is we’re locked up, and Keira’s going to take her left arm and hook it around my elbow. And then she’s going to slip her right hip and pull down me down.

{Keira does so at a slow speed. Actually sitting down and pulling Roxi over, who just rolls through.}

Roxi – She pulls me, I go with her.

Lucy – I got it.

Roxi – Okay, step in.

{Lucy gingerly walk over and Roxi notices.}

Roxi – Are you okay?

Lucy – Yes.

Keira – I’ve seen this before, I don’t think we should continue until your back is better.

Roxi – I have to tend to agree.

Lucy – It’s just a twinge in my back. I’ll be fine, just… can’t go full speed on this.

{Roxi looks concerned, but concedes.}

Roxi – Okay, we’re going to go really slow.

{Roxi and Lucy lock up as Keira steps back.}

Roxi – Good. Now… left arm to lock my elbow….

{Lucy does so.}

Roxi – Drop your right hip and slowly pull fall to the mat.

{Lucy does so and gently brings Roxi over.}

Roxi – Nicely done.

{Roxi gently gets up and helps Lucy up.}

Lucy – I wanna try faster.

Roxi – I’m not sure if that’s a good idea.

Lucy – I can handle it.

Keira – I think you need a break. Obviously those flat back bumps are bothering you.

Lucy – I can… work through it. I know I can.

Roxi – We’ll have to go super slow, and no bumps.

Lucy – I can.

{Roxi’s cellphone goes off.}

Roxi – Oh… excuse me.

{Roxi steps out of the ring, and into the next room to take the call.}

Roxi – Hey Kat, what’s going on? …. Your event? … Sure… Keira and I would love to…

Lucy – GOD DAMMIT!

{Roxi turns, and looks worried.}

Roxi – Kat, I’ll have to call you back.

{Roxi hangs up and re-enters the gym room, to find Keira trying to console Lucy, who clutcher her back in pain, but her shirt is torn off.}

Roxi – What in the world happened?

Keira – Her back.

Roxi – What happened?

Lucy – She ripped my shirt! And she fucking hurt me!

Keira – I didn’t!

Roxi – Okay, okay, slow down.

{Lucy stands up, hobbling out of the ring.}

Lucy – I’m done. Your wife is trying to hurt people.

Keira – I didn’t! I was trying to teach her slowly, and she threw herself. I was trying to slow her fall, and I… pulled her shirt off.

Lucy – I’m have enough. I can’t believe you would do this.

{Lucy storms out, covering her chest, and clutching her back at the same time. Roxi looks sternly at Keira.}

Roxi – What happened?

Keira – I told you. She was trying to take the bump, even though we both said no. I tried to catch her, and she slipped out of my hand. I grabbed her shirt since it was close, and … it ripped off.

Roxi – You know how this is going to look.

{Keira’s head lower as she slaps the mat in frustration. Keira slides out of the ring as Roxi consoles her.}

Roxi – I just… hope she’s okay.

Keira – We should have got her checked out.

Roxi – Maybe I can catch her.

{Roxi runs towards the elevator and takes it down to the street, where Lucy is exiting still walking gingerly.}

Roxi – Lucy, Im sorry. Please come back in, and let’s look at your back.

Lucy – No! Roxi, Look, I know you did well, but Keira is weird, and I think she pulled my shirt off on purpose. I got this weird vibe the whole day. I can’t. I just can’t.

{Lucy loads her bag in her rental car.}

Lucy – Thanks for the training but…. I can’t stay here. I need to go home.

Roxi – Lucy, please…. It was accident. You’re emotional right now, I understand. Keira didn’t mean to do anything like that. Please, we need to look at your back.

{Lucy sighs.}

Lucy – Maybe… maybe not. I just need to be away from here. Thanks.

{Lucy gets in the car and drives off, peeling out to boot. Roxi sighs and heads back to the main condo as Keira sits on the bed with her head in her hands.}

Keira – Well?

Roxi – She’s gone.

Keira – Dammit. I can’t believe this…. More ammo for people to use against me. People will think I hurt her on purpose.

Roxi – Keira, calm down. This was a misunderstanding. I think in time, Lucy will come around and realize that. I think it’s already started.

Keira – But I’ll have to deal with this now… Jenni will have a field day….

Roxi – You know what you did, so don’t let Jenni corrupt your thinking. You didn’t mean to hurt Lucy. I know you didn’t.

Keira – It won’t matter…. They’ll try to ruin me.

Roxi – Keira, don’t be like that.

Keira – They will… .Maybe I’m just unsafe. You’d better get away before I hurt you next.

{Keira stands up and walks dejectedly towards the shower.}

Roxi – Keira… I believe you. Please don’t.

Keira – You’ll be the only one who does.

{Keira closes the door, still upset. Roxi goes to talk to her, but her phone goes off again. She looks down and sees the message.}

“Are you guys coming over tomorrow or not? I hate being alone.
-   Christine.
{Roxi sighs and responds “yes” before hearing the shower running and hearing the lock being engaged. She leans against the door as the scene fades.}



{The next evening, Roxi is putting on some clothes as Keira still sits on the bed.}

Roxi – Keira, come on, it’s Christine, you love going over there.

Keira – I shouldn’t go.

Roxi – Keira… stop that. Christine loves you.

{Keira sighs and shakes her head, still not with it. Roxi puts on some makeup and then turns to Keira.}

Roxi – Come on, we’ll be okay.

Keira – I just don’t feel like it.

Roxi – Keira… I don’t like this, with the blood moon… and now this… I think you should be checked out.

Keira – No, I’ll be fine.

{Roxi smiles as Keira forces one up.}

Keira – Give me a minute okay?

Roxi – Sure.

{Roxi heads out of the bedroom and grabs her purse, checking to make sure she has everything. She turns and gets a chill coming from the bedroom.}

Roxi – Keira! Close the window!

{The window shuts as Roxi waits, after a moment with no noise from the room. Roxi opens the door.}

Roxi – Keira… come..

{Keira is nowhere to be found, save for the lump under the covers.}

Roxi – Keira… seriously, come on!

{Roxi uncovers the sheets, but it’s the old pillow trick. Keira isn’t in the room.}

Roxi – Keira? Keira this isn’t funny!

{A text hits Roxi’s phone. It simply reads… “Goodbye” the sender is Keira.}

Roxi – Keira?

{Roxi rushes to open the window and flies out without hesitation. She bolts to the top of the  building, looking frantically in all directions.}

Roxi –KEIRA!

{But there is no response. Just the wind, and the busy downtown traffic. Roxi quickly texts Keira.}

“Where are you?”  
{There is no response from Keira’s phone. Roxi decides to not think the worst, and flies, headed to Christine’s house. She lands a block away and walks up the steps, frantically knocking on the door. Christine answers with a smile, and a hug.}

Christine – Where have you guys been? Wait… where’s Keira?

Roxi – She’s not here?

Christine – No… I thought she was with you.

Roxi – I…. I don’t know where she is…

{Christine can tell the panic in Roxi’s voice.}

Christine – Come in, come in.

{Christine sits Roxi on the couch.}

Christine – What happened?

Roxi – She said she didn’t want to come, she was acting strange… and then… she wasn’t in the room, and she… she texted me goodbye… I…I…

{Emotion has gotten to the best of Roxi as she begins to cry. Keira then simply tweets out “Farewell” and all of her followers begin to light up Roxi’s phone.}

--- “Where’s Keira?” ---

--- “What happened to Keira?” ---

--- “Why did Keira remove her pictures? Is she leaving?” ---


Roxi – I don’t… know what happened… *sniff* One minute she was okay, and now she’s gone…

Christine – I never should have asked you guys to come over. You guys are always so busy, and…

Roxi – It’s not your fault Christine… I swear. Keira loved…. Loves you.

Christine – I don’t know what’s happening. She didn’t want to come you said….

Roxi – Not because of you.

--- “Are you okay Roxi?” ---

--- “Is Keira really gone?” ---

--- “Do you need anything?” ---

Christine – Are… you sure?

Roxi – Yes Christine… goodness yes. Keira loves you very much.

Christine – You just should have let her stay home. Maybe seeing me would have been worse.

Roxi – Stop.  Stop it right now.

{Christine’s husband Matt walks through the door, his phone in his hand.}

Matt – Hey, I heard this stuff on Twitter Rox, where’s Keira?

Roxi – I…. I don’t know… She’s… she gone.

Matt – Jeez… I’m… I’m really sorry sweetheart.

Christine – Matt, would you please prepare the guest room for Roxi.

--- “We have room if you need anything” ---

Roxi – No… no you guys…

Christine – It’s the least we can do. You can stay here. The last thing should be you in that house all alone.

Roxi – But she’s… she’s gonna come back…  I know she will.

Matt – Roxi…. Listen to Christine, get some rest while we try to figure this out.

--- “You were always there for me, so… I just wanna say I’m sorry, and if there’s anything I can do….” ---

--- “Rox… where the fuck is Keira? You guys cannot break up…” ---

Christine – Here… drink some water.

{Roxi reluctantly takes a sip. Christine consoles her as more texts and tweets fly in.}

Christine – Jesus, your phone is blowing up.

Roxi – I know…

Christine – At least they care…

Roxi – I… I guess…

Christine – Look at how much you do for them, and for me. I don’t even feel like I deserve the kindness you give me. I think they all want to repay the favor…

Roxi – They can’t help me… I’m… I’m all alone now.

Christine – What was it you told me? You’re never alone.

{Roxi turns to Christine and tries to smile, but can’t quite do it.}

Roxi – Keira… *sniff* you use to tell me we…well… no… *sniff* I told her… we’d always do everything together…. And… *sniff*

Christine – Calm down, take some deep breaths.

{Roxi can’t even finish as she breaks down and starts crying again. Matt walks back into the room.}

Matt – Room’s ready.

{Christine nods as she consoles Roxi, and then Christine motions to Matt to helps her. Matt lifts the crying Roxi up like she was a small child, and cradles her to the room with Christine following him. Matt lays Roxi on the bed gently, and places his hand on Christine’s shoulder as he exits the room. Christine sits on the bed while Roxi cries.}

--- “Roxi? Is everything okay?” ---

Christine – Get some rest, you’re going to make yourself sick if you don’t stop.

Roxi – I… I am sick… Part of me is gone…

{Christine pulls Roxi up and helps her remove her shoes and pants, before tucking her in like a baby.}

Christine – Shhh… it’s gonna be okay. We’ll figure out what to do…

Roxi – No… I should go look for her! Yes!

{Christine forcibly holds Roxi down.}

Christine – No. Stop. Before you hurt yourself. Everyone is looking for Keira for you. You need to sit this one out. Please.

Roxi – I can’t… I just can’t… She needs me!

Christine – We all need you, but you can’t help anyone when you’re like this. Please!  You’re hysterical.

{Christine eases up off of Roxi as Roxi breaks down and cries again.}

Christine – Please, stop. stop, stop. Shhh! You just calm down, and rest. If we hear anything at all, we will wake you. Please….

{Roxi looks at Christine as serious and as beaten as she can possibly be.}

Roxi – My baby… Help me…

{Christine lays Roxi down and kisses her forehead as she backs away and shuts off the lights.}



I never thought this day would ever come. I always thought we’d be together forever.  All of this… is now gone. Every dream we ever had is now down the drain and out the window. Because she’s gone. I should be out looking for her. I should be finding her. I should be…. But I can bring myself to do it, because I saw the look on Keira’s face… that text, everything she did on twitter… She’s gone. She’s not responding to anything I say, anything I ask. Nothing. She’s never done anything like this, and all the commotion of the past few days… everything from Lucy to that guy attacking her through me… everything has just caught up with her. She means to be gone, and now… she is… and I’m all alone.

We were supposed to do this together, face the world, save it, doe everything together.

I am… broken. I cannot even bother to focus on anything anymore. I want to crawl into a hole and go away… like she did.

I love you Keira… please come back… I’m lost without you.



{Hours pass, and Roxi has literally cried herself to sleep. Her phone buzzes and it stirs her from sleep.}

--- “ Where are you?” ---

{The sender is Keira. Roxi begins to cry again, not sure if this is real or a dream.}

--- “With Christine.” ---

{It’s mere moments before Keira transmits into the room.}

Roxi – Keira?

Keira – Roxi…

{Roxi sits up and hugs Keira tightly.}

Keira – I’m back. I promise.

Roxi – Why? Why did you do that?!

{Roxi pushes Keira hard who stumbles back at bit , the pure emotion and adrenaline having been built up.}

Roxi – You nearly gave me a heart attack!

Keira – I had to be alone. I had to think.

Roxi – WHY DIDN’T YOU JUST SAY THAT?!

Keira – I couldn’t tell you that. You wouldn’t have let me be alone. And I needed to be. I’m sorry.

Roxi – What happened? I thought I’d lost you….

{Roxi has tears rolling down her face, Keira wipes them away and holds Roxi close.}

Keira – I thought about a lot in the past few hours. I was just… thinking about everything and… I nearly stayed away. I thought you would be better off without me.

Roxi – How can you say that?!

Keira – Because I screwed up. I’ve screwed up a lot, and I didn’t want you to be punished for my mistakes.

{Roxi shakes her head.}

Roxi – Keira, we are a team!

Keira – I know that. But they love you. They don’t love me.

{Roxi almost chuckles she’s delirious.}

Roxi – You don’t understand. They love US.

Keira – No, they don’t.

Roxi – Look. Just look at this.

{Roxi shows Keira her messages wondering about Keira and Roxi’s status. Keira almost breaks down.}

Keira – I… I… I can’t believe this.

Roxi – It…. It’s official. We can’t break up, and they love us both.

{Keira smiles.}

Keira – I see that now.

Roxi – So you’re sure, you’re back.

Keira – We said a long time ago we’re in this together.

Roxi – Together.

{Keira hugs Roxi tightly.}

Keira – I was thinking about this… while I was away.

Roxi – What? Yes. Anything Keira… Anything.

Keira – I was thinking… it’s time.

Roxi – For what?

Keira – I want to have a baby…

{Roxi’s eyes widen.}

Roxi – What?

Keira – It’s time.

{Roxi just shakes her head and she laughs to keep from crying.}

Roxi – That’s my Keira….

{Keira and Roxi walk out of the bed room, and Christine is sitting on the couch.}

Christine – Keira?

Keira – I’m sorry I left Christine. I missed you.

{Christine smiles.}

Christine – I’m glad your back.

{Christine stands up and the three hug.}

Christine – I missed you too.

Keira – I’m back, guess I’ll have to make it official.

Roxi – Make it official my love.

Keira – I’m back!

{Keira tweets out that she is back and smiles as the scene fades.}



{The next morning, Roxi wakes up, and looks over still making sure Keira is next to her.}

Roxi – Hey.

{Keira stirs and turns.}

Keira – Hey.

Roxi – I’m just making sure. I’m glad you are home.

Keira – I am.

{Roxi smiles as she stands and stretches. Keira sits up in the bed.}

Keira – Roxi… about last night.

Roxi – Keira…. I’m just glad you are home.

Keira – It’s not that. I was serious.

Roxi – Serious?

Keira – About the baby.

{Roxi double takes and sits back down on the bed.}

Roxi – Really?

Keira – Yes.

Roxi – Keira, we still have stuff to do.

Keira – I know, but after seeing what I saw last night... We have family… and the best babysitters in the world. We have god parents ready. We have everything taken care of.

Roxi – Keira… I’m just not sure just yet. I mean, carrying the baby… as we try for tag titles, and I have Alexis this week and…

Keira –I know, but… we don’t have to carry it. We could…. Adopt.

{Roxi thinks for a moment.}

Roxi – Maybe…

Keira – It will be a good thing. I know you, you will be a great mommy. Heck, the way you handle everything, you’re so good at it.

Roxi – Keira…

Keira – I mean it. I think we should do it.

Roxi – I… we’ll talk about after we win the tag titles, how’s that?

Keira – Deal.

{Keira smiles as she and Roxi hug tightly. Roxi’s phone then goes off.}

--- “Roxi? Um, are you and Keira available to chat, I… I’m just feeling kinda down right now.” ---

{Keira looks at Roxi.}

Keira – Like nothing ever happened.

Roxi – It’s our job.

Keira – No kidding. Who are we helping today?

Roxi – Susan. Looks like Alice left.

Keira – I’ll put on some coffee and make some calls.

Roxi – Thanks, my love.

{Keira kisses Roxi as she stands and walks out of the bedroom as Roxi sits back down on the bed.}

--- Sure thing Susan. What’s wrong? ---



I know, I know, things just get out of hand sometimes and yes, I have my moments of weakness, but I have to be there for my friends because they depend on me. I CAN be weak and have a moment, because my friends are there to catch me when I do fall, but more often than not, I have to catch them. Maybe one day you’ll understand Alexis. Maybe.

For now, it’ll just be me and you in the ring, and you can mean mug me the whole time if you’d like, but the more I think about it, the more you are like Misty. You’ve thrown on this angry face and you hate everyone, but deep down, you yourself are looking for acceptance. You want it so bad, but it goes against every fiber of what you want to portray. I get it. Misty was like that too. And then, she turned everything around, for the most part. She was happy. She was smiling, she was having a good time. You can be like that, I see it in you.

But, I know, you’re the nobody who’s trying to make a name for herself because you’ve had some setbacks. I understand. I’ve been there. I’ve felt like a nobody before. It’s not a good feeling, but I guess there are those who are accustomed to it. But even you want to have a friend. You just having a common enemy with Mikah doesn’t count. Tim hates me, you hate me, and it seems like at least he talks to you, because I saw that all the time too. You turn to him, like kindred spirits. Sure I had some light-hearted fun with you the other day, but it wasn’t a jab at you or Tim. It was just some advice, but of course, to you, I was simply trolling you to make you mad. I don’t need you madder than you already are. I don’t want you mad at all. I want you focused. Focused on beating me. Because I don’t want any excuses whatsoever when I beat you. That’s just the way I am. Nothing to fall back on or to blame when this loss happens Alexis. Not one way to weasel out of the loss and blame it on the rain or anything like that. Just me, and you. And the better woman will win. Of course, if you feel the need to cheat just to get one over on me, feel free. I can still feel like a winner knowing that the new girl, the one with all the fire and blank and vinegar in her, needed the edge to beat me. I would be the biggest name you’ve beaten. It would help you immensely. But, I have to do this to people sometimes, and become the reality check they need. I will beat you Alexis. Not because I have to, not because it means more momentum, or a 40th win, or anything like that. I’m going to beat you because I am better at this game, than you. Plain and simple.

I have no doubts that once this match is over, and you learn that, that it will help you down the line. See, even when I win, you win. I’m here to help. And then you can take all that left over hostility and anger you will feel towards me after I beat you, and use it to possibly take the Internet championship from Lucy and Amy. Yes, this is for your own good. It’s for the new girl. I am helping. Whether you want to admit it or not. It’s my gift to you.

And, again, if you want a boy to like you, take a piece of paper, write “do you like me?” a box for yes, a box for no, and then fold it up and give it to him. Works every time.

You’ll thank me tomorrow.