Agostino’s discover of the upcoming title match. Las Vegas, Nevada. Monday 11th January (Off-Camera)
Agostino nearly went to his Cleveland, Ohio home because he had enjoyed staying there for a few nights since he came back. The problem was when he was about to go there, Agostino looked through his fan club forum messages and saw the congratulations and good luck wishes on messages to Agostino thread. Agostino scratched his head, looking all over his hotel room and says this.
Agostino Romano: “What the? I need to get Declan and James in here to see if this is true.”
The worst thing is Agostino had everything packed of clothes he needed to go to his home in Cleveland. Agostino got his phone out and calls James which didn’t take him long to pick up at all as he says this.
Agostino Romano: “Can you and Declan come in the bedroom for a minute?”
James Brown: “Right away.”
The phone cut off as James shared the same room as Declan pats Declan to come to Agostino which he agreed. They left their room and came to knock on Agostino’s room as per Agostino’s request. He walks up to the door and opens it, letting the lads sit down on the sofa, feeling the fact that Agostino’s a little panicky.
Declan Marshall: “What’s up?”
Agostino Romano: “I was just about to leave for Cleveland until I received these tons of messages about congratulating me and wishing me luck. What are they saying to me that I don’t know about?”
Declan and James scrolled through the messages Agostino has got, even the pictures of the title belt fans have posted on the forum. Declan had been asleep as he didn’t check his phone but turned out he missed a text from the bosses of SCW. Both from Mark and Christian as the message clearly states what the fans are saying to him.
Declan Marshall: “What they are saying is you got an Internet title shot against Caleb Storms at the Supershow.”
James Brown: “Yeah, it’s stating it also on the SCW.com website as well. So the fans are right and we along with they are congratulating you for it.”
Agostino Romano: “How is this possible when Lincoln put me through a table? If anyone who deserves a title shot, it should be Bill Barnhart, right?”
Of course, it was a surprise for Agostino who in his view, was the least deserving title contender of the lot in the match. That was clear from the authentic expressions from Agostino as Declan pats Agostino’s shoulder to say this.
Declan Marshall: “I got to admit, even I’m surprised at this news myself. In a way, it’s a good thing because now you had this announcement, you can prepare much better for the title match. All the other title shots you’ve had, they were announced at the last minute.”
James Brown: “Didn’t he defeat O’Malley as of late? Maybe that’s the reason for it. Yes, granted Lincoln put you through a table, but to be honest, I don’t think it’s because of your results. It also comes down to another thing, one not many wrestlers have and refuse to have, you entertain the fans.”
Declan Marshall: “Yeah, how did I forget about that? Glad you’re on the ball, but yeah, entertaining the fans, making them laugh is also a factor of you getting one. Although another thing is unlike Bill, SCW staff know you don’t ask or demand title shots, they know you won’t step up to challenge or accept Caleb Storms if he did.”
Agostino Romano: “Because in the motorcycling racing world, I was trained to race for titles. I mean yeah, I mentioned I’m going to win them in press conferences and interviews, but that’s it. I’m just shocked; that’s all you know. Came out of the blue because I always said, I let title shots come to me, not chasing after them. Well, I guess Caleb Storms is my opponent for the Supershow for the internet title. Although I thought Austin James Mercer would’ve got it.”
Declan and James nodded, agreeing with Agostino that it was more than clear it was going to Austin, but mainly as Agostino hasn’t paid attention to the latest news of what’s happening in SCW. James goes to mention the reason for that as well.
James Brown: “Austin James Mercer is busy dealing with Fenris right now, plus he’s made it clear and the announcement on the supershow that he’s facing him there. It came down to you being the more deserving and available too.”
Declan Marshall: “I understand you’re in shock, the news coming out of the blue as it did, but at least it gives you plenty of time for me to prepare you for the biggest match of your wrestling life. You will be ready before you know it.”
Agostino Romano: “But that’s for next month, there’s something about this I’m missing out, aren’t I?”
Both of them nod as James discovers on his phone about the match coming up on Sunday as Agostino pours with sweat, more with nerves than anything about the title match he has. Only there was the exact reason for it.
Declan Marshall: “Do you remember the time when you and Candy teamed up to face Mikah and Kris Ryans?”
Agostino Romano: “I can’t be facing them if I’m going for the internet title, that makes no sense, but yes, I remember facing them with her.”
James Brown: “Well you’re teaming with her again but against Caleb Storms and Myra Rivers this time. It’s a preview of the Supershow matches for the Internet title as Candy is a contender for the belt as well.”
Declan Marshall: “I think you and Candy should meet up. You two have so much in common it’s insane you both aren’t connecting as friends at all. I find out what room Candy’s in and you two can socialise.”
Declan was spot on with Agostino and Candy being a lot alike; they were lively and very energetic wrestlers. Agostino nodded at what Declan said and has a smile, knowing he laughed his head off on the glitterbomb match Candy had.
Agostino Romano: “Yeah, you’re right; we do have a lot in common with one another. She’s entertaining and funny. I’d certainly be up for meeting up with her on Wednesday to have fun. We need to get her river candy cos she’ll be eating Rivers up when she captures the Internet title.”
James Brown: “Indeed.”
Declan Marshall: “Now we discovered that and the mixed tag match, I think we’ll start getting you to prepare for the match right now, until the Saturday before the match against Caleb Storms. Let’s get going to the gym right now.”
Agostino went straight into his room, still stunned on the news of his fans being right all along with the announcement of Agostino capturing a title shot against Caleb Storms. He had no time to waste as he grabbed his gym gear and placed his gym clothes in his large, yellow gym bag before leaving the room with Declan and James to head to the gym for four hours. He came back and responded to every single message his fans sent him on his fan club exclusive portion of his forum.
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Candy and Agostino, doing a training montage. Las Vegas, Nevada. Wednesday, 13th January. (On-Camera
(The cameras cut back to the training area with Candy and Agostino. They were standing side by side, wearing their matching glitter jumpsuit, in front of a very mean looking Drill Sergeant. They are standing very straight, arms at their sides.)
Drill Sergeant: SO YOU GUYS WANT ME TO WHIP YOU INTO SHAPE?
Candy: Yeah! We want to win this big tag team match and we really, really, really…
Drill Sergeant: Keep it simple, cadet! You will answer me with “Sir, yes sir!”. Do you understand me?
Candy: YEAH!
(The drill sergeant took a step toward her, a little menacingly)
Drill Sergeant: WHAT DID I JUST TELL YOU? Do you understand me?
Candy: uh.. Sir, yes, sir?
Agostino Romano: Saluting at you sir.
Drill Sergeant: “Maybe you didn’t hear me when I said for you to say yes, sir.”
Agostino Romano: “YES, SIR.”
Drill Sergeant: LIKE YOU MEAN IT
Candy: SIR, YES, SIR!!!
(The drill sergeant nodded and turned around. Candy broke out in a small; uncontrollable giggle fit as she turned to Agostino.)
Candy: “WOW! He’s kind of mean! And he yells a lot…”
Agostino Romano: “He’s no fun at all. Serious people send me to sleep.”
Agostino pretends to sleep before Candy bumps him with her left arm to wake him up and he gets on his feet and warms up.
Drill Sergeant: I am not here to play games.
Candy: I LOVE GAMES!
(The drill sergeant kind of glares at her for a moment.)
Drill Sergeant: DO YOU GUYS WANT TO WIN THIS MATCH OR NOT??
Both: SIR, YES, SIR!!!!
Agostino Romano: Sorry, sir, you being serious sends me to sleep. We love fun and games.
Drill Sergeant: Fun and games don’t win you matches, Mr Romano. I’m serious because I’m an army officer, getting you guys ready for war. No sleepy time for you. That’s an order.”
Agostino Romano: YES SIR
Candy: Maybe he just needs some sugar or caffeine… for energy? Ya know?
Agostino Romano: Maybe he wouldn’t be a Mr meanie grumpy anymore.
Drill Sergeant: DROP AND GIVE ME 20!
Candy: Well… if you really need it. My wallet is over in my purse…
(The drill sergeant rolled his eyes and got in her face.)
Drill Sergeant: YOU THINK YOU GOT JOKES? YOU THINK YOU ARE FUNNY?
Candy: Well… I’m no comedian! But my husband is really…
Drill Sergeant: MAKE IT 40!
Candy: I hope you pay me back!
Agostino Romano: Smashy guitar over your head sergeant for not having fun with us.
Drill Sergeant: YOU WILL GIVE ME SIXTY; MR ROMANO. NO MORE BULLSHIT’’.
Candy: OHHHHH YOU SWORE! You gotta put a quarter in the swear jar!
Drill Sergeant: PUSHUPS! 60 PUSHUPS! NOW!!!!
(His frustration was real as he yelled louder than he has all day. Candy kind of hunched her shoulders with a giggle)
Candy: Wow… he’s really mad!
Agostino Romano. He lacks fun in his life.
(They both drop to the ground and start doing pushups, both kind of chuckling along the way. The cameras close in on them on the floor, and you see the drill sergeants feet as he paces back and forth, counting out the pushups. Candy turns her head towards Agostino)
Candy: Can I ride your bike sometime? I’m REALLY GOOD at riding bikes!
Agostino Romano: Sure thing, although I get you a glitter smaller one as the bike I rode to win championships with would be too big for you.
Although Agostino was pretending to do them, they continue to do push-ups, being lazy about it with him doing them on his knees as the Sergeant shakes his head with Candy laughing.
Drill Sergeant: DO YOUR PUSH UPS PROPERLY MR AGOSTINO, NOT BE A LAZY ASSHOLE ABOUT IT.
Agostino Romano: YES, SIR.
Candy: haha, he yelled at you. You got in trouble.
(She playfully stuck her tongue out at him)
Agostino Romano: I don’t care; someone needs to provide him with entertainment.
The sergeant shook his head, ignoring what Agostino said as he continued to do push-ups properly, like how a man should do them. Agostino smirks a bit, wanting to have fun, but has to be serious as Candy has to wait for Agostino to finish up. Fifteen minutes later, he does as Candy says this.
Candy: That was a lot of work… I’m thirsty… can I go get a drink?
Agostino Romano: This workout has also given me an appetite, can I have chicken bites?
Drill Sergeant: Do you think Myra and Caleb are going to take it easy on you? Think they will let you take a little drink and food break? DO YA!!!
Candy: Well, I hope so! I don’t wanna get dehydrated!
Agostino Romano: Meanie man not letting us take a minute break from training which doesn’t hurt.
Candy: Yeah, this guy is a really meanie head.
(The drill sergeant, showing his extreme frustration, presses his forefinger and thumb against the bridge of his nose. He then gets back in Candy’s face.)
Drill Sergeant: BABY WANT A BREAK? BABY WANT A NAP? GO GET A BOTTLE AND A PACIFIER???
Candy just started laughing uncontrollably, Agostino couldn’t help join in her infectious laughter.)
Agostino Romano: Alright, I’ll dress like a baby for you, where are the nappies, bottles and pacifiers full of glitter? Be better than this boring drill.
Candy: Your breath is kind of stinky. I have candy in my purse! Mints, and Life Savers… maybe even some gum!
Agostino Romano: Don’t forget the river candy too. In comparison, I get that guitar from the side and smashy over your head with it.
(With that, the Drill Sergeant just crossed his arms)
Drill Sergeant: You two are hopeless! There’s no way I can whip you guys into a well-oiled machine of a team in just a few hours. You are on your own.
(He shook his head and walked out of the room. Candy and Agostino looked at each other, and both chuckled.)
Candy: He was mean! But it’s ok. I’m used to mean people! We got this tag match!!!
Agostino Romano: Who said entertaining people couldn’t win wrestling matches? Naughty Sergeant who’s a poopy head. We can win glitter titles and win the glitter team match.
Candy: YEAH! GLITTER BUDDIES!!!
(The two share a grin and a high five as the scene cuts.)
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Glitter gold in the dance room. Las Vegas, Nevada. Saturday 16th January. (On-Camera)
It wasn’t an original dance room session either that his closest work colleagues setup for Agostino and others who wanted to join in; it was a rollerskating dance disco. Agostino comes out with glitter skates on, dancing like a little girl, even if it was metal music on in the background with smoke and sounds of a storm. Agostino begins to speak.
Agostino Romano: “How fantastic this idea is at the hotel, doing roller-disco while mainly talking about Caleb Storms as Candy can handle herself with Myra and besides, I won’t be facing her in the ring at any point anyway, although it would be fun if we could. I just keep it brief as I like to save some stuff for the shocking match I have for some reason. Although I got put through a table, I ended up getting a title shot. I didn’t and wouldn’t have challenged for it because I was raised not to be in a story I will discuss in full detail to Caleb later on in the week. I didn’t want Caleb feeling I’d disrespect him if I didn’t acknowledge him in my video for the match tomorrow.”
Agostino did want to have more fun, and he couldn’t deny his disappointment how Caleb got the title, which will be discussed in a few weeks.
Agostino Romano: “I’m looking forward to facing you for the belt because to know what kind of skills you process, despite the similarities we have in the ring and out of it as well. You are an entertaining guy with your music, and that’s the one thing I do admire. As I keep saying, too many wrestlers apart from you, Bill and Candy take this too seriously, and I’m glad I’m not facing likes of boring Lincoln and a few others who have no personality whatsoever.”
Agostino kept falling over because he wasn’t focused on the roller-disco but had no problems getting up on his feet as he continues.
Agostino Romano: “The problem is that I have a lot of home truths to tell you what I didn’t appreciate about the whole thing with how the title situation was dealt. Again I discuss that some other time before I repeat myself. SCW staff thought I did better in the match for the Roulette title better than I felt when I got put through that table. It still hurts, but that’s what with my previous bike racing job was you getting used to taking hard falls and crashes. It’s why I’m able to handle pain better than others could, certainly more than you.”
Agostino nodded as he still kept falling on the floor, but he didn’t care as he was having fun like he always does. He finishes it up with this statement.
Agostino Romano: “Only you and Myra have no chemistry as a team or even teamed up before. We have with the mixed tag titles, and we learnt a lot from that. However, despite everything I got to say to you, leaving you with this short video, for now, you and Myra will be lost and not match well together. It’s why Candy and I will get this win from you both, whether it’s me pinning you Caleb or Candy pinning Myra. Doesn’t matter because we will get the pinfall and win this match as a team. We’ll also be walking away from the Supershow as the new glitter Internet champions.”
Agostino now could focus on skating in the dance room as he laughs and giggles on the amount of fun he’s having as the cameras stop recording Agostino, being a crazed animal on the dance floor.
