Scene One: Failure

Where: Backstage
When: Shortly after her match at Climax Control 265

*The scene fades up with Candy in the back. Her hair was disheveled, her makeup had seen better days. You could see some streaks down her cheeks where she had been crying. It had only been about 15 minutes since her match, where she tapped out to Diamond, costing her team their spot in the finals of the Blast From The Past tournament. All sorts of emotions were going through her head. Sadness - for her sister. Pain - from all the abuse her body took in the match. Anger - at herself for tapping out and giving up. She didn’t know what to say, do, or even think as she just sat there on a box. Her expression was pretty blank as she stared into nothing. Fluffy came around the corner and stood at her feet, and barked a few times. Candy, however, didn’t react to the pint sized pup. Fluffy walked in a circle a couple times before curling up in a ball between Candy’s feet. One of the backstage workers came by and saw her. He walked up to her, concerned.*

~WORKER~: Candy? You ok?

*She didn’t say a word, just nodded slightly as she didn’t even look away. The normally bubbly, overexcited, extremely positive young woman was not herself. The worker walked off down the hall. He returned a minute or two later with her husband, Marcus Cage, in tow.*

~WORKER~: See?

*Marcus thanked the worker, who walked off. Marcus crouched down in front of her so he was eye level with her.*

~MARCUS~: You ok?

~CANDY~: No. I failed. I normally don’t get so sad when I fail… but I didn’t just fail me. I failed you. I failed Fluffy. I failed James. And worst of all, I failed Kat. I failed everyone.

*The tears intensified. Marcus wasted no time bringing her in for a hug as she sobbed.*

~MARCUS~: You didn’t fail anyone. I promise you.

~CANDY~: And now everyone hates me.

*He held her at an arms length and looked right at her.*

~MARCUS~: No one hates you. At all.

~CANDY~: Are you sure?

~MARCUS~: Of course I’m sure.

*From behind her walked up and into the shot her Blast From The Past partner, James Austin Mercer. Marcus motioned his head towards James, so that Candy would turn around and see him. She turned, and hung her head, speaking quietly.*

~CANDY~: I’m sorry I failed you.

~JAMES~: Don’t worry about it. You did your best.

*He placed his hand on her shoulder to reassure her. He smirked a little and nodded in her direction before he walked off. Candy sniffled a little.*

~MARCUS~: See?

~CANDY~: I’m glad to know he doesn’t hate me. I am kinda sad to know that Teams Hugs N Cuddles is done.

~MARCUS~: But it’s ok. You both still have your titles… it’s all good. Come on, let’s go see your sister. The doctors said she should wake up any day now.

*She sniffled again, nodded, and they walked towards the door.*


Scene 2: Kit Kat?

Where: At the hospital, in the ICU
When: A few hours after Climax Control

*The scene fades up to show Candy sitting in her sister’s ICU room. She was holding her sister’s hand, who was still in a coma. Tears welled up in her eyes.*

~CANDY~: So… Kit Kat… I lost. I failed you and everyone else. I know people tell me that I didn’t fail, but I know that I did. It was because I tapped out that we arent in the finals for the tournament. Marcus says its ok, but it’s not really ok. At least not to me.

*She continued to talk to her sister when the doctor came in.*

~DOCTOR~: How’s she doing?

~CANDY~: She’s still asleep. When is she gonna wake up?

~DOCTOR~: It’s unpredictable, it could be at any time.

~CANDY~: But maybe not?

~DOCTOR~: It’s hard to truly guess, since everyone is different. The good news is she won’t have to stay here for too long after she wakes up. Does she have a place to stay nearby?

~MARCUS~: Yes. Our guest room. She was on her way here to spend some of the quarantine with us. She will come into our care.

*Candy looked at Marcus, and for the first time in over a week, her eyes sparkled like nothing was wrong.*

~CANDY~: We will take good care of her.

~DOCTOR~: And it will be really important that she remains under tight quarantine. I know you have a career that you still have to go to, and you have opted out of their hotel.

~CANDY~: Yeah, I didn’t want to stay in a hotel.

~DOCTOR~: You know that you are putting yourself at risk everytime you leave, right?

~CANDY~: I am very careful. I made special masks with pink glitter and sequins on them! And, SCW checks us everytime we come and go. And I dont go anywhere but home and the hotel, so it’s ok.

~DOCTOR~: Ok, keep it like that. The less exposure the better. She will be vulnerable for a few weeks while she recovers. She had some bleeding on her brain from the impact but we were able to fix that. So its just a matter of rest. Lots and lots of rest.

~CANDY~: GOT IT! Now… wake her up! I need to talk to my sister!

~DOCTOR~: I’ve done all I can for that. It’s up to her now. I suggest you just keep talking to her, she will hear you and eventually wake up.

*The doctor nodded towards them before leaving the room.*

~CANDY~: I hope she wakes up soon. I can’t go into Blaze of Glory and my title match distracted. I think that is what cost me this week.

*Marcus walked up behind her and wrapped his arms around her.*

~MARCUS~: You are taking this loss way too hard. I know Kat wouldn’t want you to blame yourself. Ya win some, ya lose some. What have I told you about winning and losing?

~CANDY~: It’s not about how many times you lose, it’s about how you bounce back.

~MARCUS~: Exactly. And how do you plan on bouncing back from this loss?

~CANDY~: I don’t know yet.

~MARCUS~: Well, you should figure that out. Think about last time you lose, when you didn’t beat Sam Marlowe for the Bombshell Roulette Title the first time around. What did you do?

~CANDY~: I got a rematch, and I focused, and I tried harder and harder and then I won!

~MARCUS~: Exactly. You bounced back in the best possible way. Instead of wallowing in self pity you trained and you trained hard. And that’s what you gotta do now.

~CANDY~: You are right, Marcus! I need to bounce back in the best way possible! I have to retain my title against Bea and I need to do it in a fantabulous way!

*Marcus smiled. It was at that moment that Candy gasped*

~MARCUS~: What?

~CANDY~: SHE JUST SQUEEZED MY HAND!

~MARCUS~: WHAT???

*Candy turned her focus to her sister.*

~CANDY~: Kat?

*Kat stirred a little bit more, moving her head a little. Candy looked so excited.*

~CANDY~: Marcus! She’s waking up!!!

*The camera cut to black.*


Scene 3: Welcome Home!

Where: Inside Marcus and Candy’s home
When: The next day


*The cameras fade in and show Marcus coming in the front door of their Las Vegas home. He came in first, followed by Candy and her sister, Kat, who was walking on crutches.*

~KAT~: I totally don’t need these crutches… it’s just a small sprain.

~CANDY~: Better safe than sorry! I’m not risking you falling down and hitting your head again. I can’t handle that anymore.

~KAT~: I know you’ve been through a lot the last few weeks. With my accident, and this quarantine, and last weeks match…

*Candy leads Kat to a seat on the couch. She grabs her a footstool and helps her elevate her foot. Once Kat was sitting comfortably, Candy curled up on the couch next to her and wrapped her arms around her.*

~CANDY~: I’m just so happy you are ok.

~KAT~: I’m sorry, I feel awful, like this was the worst possible time.

~CANDY~: It’s ok. I mean, I was upset at first, especially about losing in Blast From The Past. But… the more I thought about it, the better. At least we lost on a week when the belts weren’t on the line.

~KAT~: That’s very true. And now, instead of the high pressure of a tag team match for the win of the tournament AND both titles, you don’t have to worry about anyone else. It’s one on one against Bea.

~CANDY~: Yeah, I don’t really know alot about her. I saw the video clip she posted the other day and she seems really really mean. I think she is just hoping to take my title away from me.

~KAT~: But you won’t let that happen.

~CANDY~: NO WAY!!! I like my title way too much. And she really doesn’t think I can beat her. And that’s what is gonna cost her. She is misunderestimating me. And that’s gonna cost her.

~KAT~: Misunderestimating?

~CANDY~: Yeah! Like when she thinks that I’m not as good as I am. Like, I know I’m not the bestest, but I’m pretty good. And she called me a joke. And that makes me mad!

~KAT~: I can’t say I blame you. She does seem mean.

~CANDY~: I know, right! She doesn’t seem to like me, but that’s ok. Cuz I don’t think I like her.

*Candy crossed her arms and pouted a little*

~KAT~: You don’t mean that…

~CANDY~: No… I do! She is not nice, and she said bad things about me. She doesn’t even KNOW me! She thinks I want her to fail. And that’s not true. I don’t want her to fail. But if it’s gonna be me or her, I’m gonna win… not her. She’s not gonna win because she thinks i’m easy to beat or anything like that. Cuz I’m not.

~KAT~: I know you aren’t. You are one of the best competitors in this company. Look how fast you have risen up the ranks. Look how long you have held the title. You even beat one of your friends to retain it. To me, that’s pretty awesome.

~CANDY~: RIGHT!!! Well, I don’t care what Bea says. I think she is a …

*She lowered her voice and whispered*

~CANDY~: … a meanie doo doo head!

*She spoke at a normal tone again*

~CANDY~: And I guess I gotta get in the ring and show her that she is wrong about me! People say that I don’t have the killer instinct that this business needs… but I have something better than that! I have heart! I’m dedicated, and I love what I do. When I came to SCW, I didn’t have any intentions of ever going after titles. But then, when I got my shot, it meant the world to me. And things changed. I went from just having fun, to having a booming career again! And I love it. And I’m not ready to give that up.

~MARCUS~: That’s my girl. You guys hungry? I could make some lunch.

~KAT~: STARVING! I’m ready for a nice, home cooked meal

~MARCUS~: I got you covered.

*He walked into the kitchen. Candy sat up and looked at her sister. All was right in the world again for her. She had a title defense coming up, her sister was ok and with her, she as with her best friend on the planet, and she had Fluffy. What more could a girl ask for.*

~CANDY~: I wish you could come to Blaze of Glory and watch me beat her. It would be so cool.

~KAT~: You know I would if I could. But you remember what the doctor said. He said that I am vulnerable to sickness right now, so I have to stay here. But you bet your ass I will be watching it live from riiiiiight here.

*Candy’s eyes lit up.*

~KAT~: I’m gonna watch you prove Bea wrong on everything. Just like you always do. People always think you are such a pushover and easy to beat, just because you are a nice person. You may not have a “killer instinct”, but you have something much much more important. You have talent, and you have skill, and above all else, you have heart. You will do just fine. And win or lose, just know that I am so proud of you. I’m proud to be your sister, and I absolutely love watching you in that ring. It’s almost like you are a totally different person once that bell rings.

~CANDY~: I can’t even describe it. It’s like… I know exactly what I need to do, and I do it.

~KAT~: That’s what makes you so good in the ring. Bea doesn’t know what she is in for.

~CANDY~: Yeah! It’s gonna be an amazing match, and I’m gonna prove to her that I’m champion for a reason. And I’m gonna STAY champion. For a long long time!

~KAT~: That’s my sister!

*The two shared a hug as the cameras faded to black*

 Scene One: TEAM DEATH HUG OR TEAM HUGS N CUDDLES???

When: Wednesday, 3/11, early afternoon
Where: The Merchandise Office


*The scene opens up with Candy walking into the merchandise office of SCW with a folder in her arms and a bag over her shoulder, and of course a big ass grin on her face. She walked up to one of the people and put the folder down*

DESIGNER: Can I help you?

CANDY: As a matter of fact, you can! I have a ton of sketches of ideas for merchandise for Team Hugs N Cuddles!

DESIGNER: Team Hugs N Cuddles?

CANDY: Yeah! Me and James for the Blast From The Past tournament!

DESIGNER: I was informed the team name was Team Death Hug.

*Candy shook her head.*

CANDY: Nooooooo … that’s not a nice name. Death Hug doesn’t make you think warm, fuzzy thoughts. Now… Team Hugs N Cuddles make you think of… hugs… AND CUDDLES!!!

DESIGNER: Well, we kind of already have a prototype shirt waiting for approval from management… I could show it to you if you want?

CANDY: If its the one that James showed me on Twitter… that just won’t do.

DESIGNER: Why not?

CANDY: Not enough glitter… and sparkles…

*She paused for a moment and looked like she was thinking real hard.*

CANDY: Ouch… I got a brain pain…

*She then looked like an idea hit her, and she perked up.*

CANDY: TEAM GLITTERSPARKLES!!! THATS EVEN BETTER!!!

*The worker just raised an eyebrow, showing a little irritation at being distracted from her job.*

CANDY: Well, I have some ideas. See…

*She started taking out various pieces of paper from her folder and laying them on the desk. They were pictures of shirts that were mostly drawn in crayon, and had glitter glue used to make the designs. The worker rubbed her temples in frustration.*

DESIGNER: Look, I just make the designs and then send them to my manager for approval. If you have ideas you can go to them. I have stuff to do… And you should be focusing on your big match instead of some stupid shirt.

CANDY: See… that’s where you are WRONG! I am trying to get some shirts made so that we can be UNIFIED out there. Be a TEAM! We need a team shirt! A proper one! One with glitter, and sparkles, and PINK! LOTS OF PINK!!! So that when we go out there our opponents KNOW we are a team and that they don't stand a chance

DESIGNER: Well… I am pretty sure they understand the concept of you two being a team.

CANDY: And we won our last match as a team… so it’s time to make this official! So are ya gonna help me make a shirt or not?

DESIGNER: I’ll see what I can do. Go somewhere else and focus on your match… I’ll get some shirt designs drawn up when I have a moment. Just… for the love of god… go be anywhere but here, ok?

CANDY: OKIE DOKIE ARTICHOKIE!

*Candy then skipped out of the room, a huge smile on her face. The scene faded to black*


So… this week is a bit different! My title is on the line, but so is James’s. I know he just won his title and isn’t ready to lose it yet, and neither am I. I LOVE being the Bombshell Roulette Champion! It’s so much fun, like, all the time! You never know what is gonna happen! And that’s the same this week. You don’t know who is gonna win, who could lose their title… it’s all left up to chance and that’s kinda scary. What if me and James have issues as a team this week? Not like that would happen cuz Team Hugs N Cuddles are super awesome and the best! And, I got a good partner in James. I trust him in that ring, like I have never trusted any tag partner other than Marcus. I know he is gonna do what he has to do, and he knows I will too.

But… Denise is a bit of a confusing person. One minute she is calling me names, and the next she says she respects me. Now, I know I’m not the smartest crayon in the tool shed… but I’m not stupid. I know that people who respect each other don’t call each other names. It just doesn’t work that way. So, I don’t know what to think of Denise. I guess I’ll just have to see how she plays things out in that ring, won’t I?

And Jake… well he seems nice. He really wanted to team up with me in the tournament. It didn’t end up working out but that’s ok! Sometimes things happen the way they are supposed to, even if it isn’t what you want. But like I said, it’s ok! Because that’s just how things are.

I am so excited to go out there and have this match. It’s going to be a super duper amount of fun! Now… if only we could settle on a team name!

#TEAMHUGSNCUDDLES





OOC: I'm sorry this rp is not up to par. I have been dealing with a family emergency all week, a loved one is at the end of their multiple year fight against cancer... and about to lose their fight... so i'm sorry i just couldn't get into a "Candy" frame of mind this week

 Whit dae ye pure techt Ah gab funay?

*The funny part? She understood exactly what he saying, even through the thick accent and dialect.*

CANDY: You use funny words. It makes me giggle. But I really need to focus on my upcoming match now that I found my pot of gold.

SCOTTISH GUY 3: Whit kin' ay match?

CANDY: A wrestling match!

SCOTTISH GUY 1: Ye arenae a wrestler. ye dornt seem loch a fighter’

CANDY: But I am! I’m one of the bestest! I’ve been a wrestler for a long time. I love it so much. 2 weeks ago I fought a good friend of mine in a big scary cage match. I even have some scars to prove it. My husband says they are my battle scars and I should be PROUD of them!

*She rolled up her sleeve to show where she had a few stitches on her arm that were healing from the match with Bella. All the guys hooted and hollered, wanting her to go on.*

CANDY: It was a hard fought battle that I won! And I’m a champion! It’s the coolest thing. Now, I’m in this thing called the Blast From The Past tournament. I get teamed up with some one random and fight other random teams. It’s so cool! I drew like the bestest partner I could have hoped for. Austin James Mercer. He’s a champion too! So we are, like, a perfect team! I’m so excited to team up with him. He was supposed to go on this hunt with me but I think he was busy. But that’s ok! I know we will have great chemistry in the ring. Even though I’m NO GOOD at chemistry! But that’s ok!

*The guys gathered around her seemed to be having a good time listening to her ramble on. Marcus had walked in at about this point and just stood near the door, watching her glow and talk.*

CANDY: And Our opponents this week… one of them is the person I beat for my title, her name is Sam.

SCOTTISH GUY 2: A lassie named Sam?

CANDY: Yeah! But she’s kinda nice. She beat me the first time we fought. We fought in a Garland Match. It was Christmas time and it was SOOOO much fun! So I was so excited when they wanted us to have a rematch. Then I beat her to win my championship! It was the bestest day in my career in a long time! I am so happy to be back in the ring.

SCOTTISH GUY 4: An' whit abit th' bloke?

CANDY: O’Malley? I don’t know who he is. But when I hear his name all I can think of is O’Malley the Alley Cat!  And I love cats! But not as much as I love doggies!

SCOTTISH GUY 1: Arenae ye woriat abit th' randomness ay thes match.

CANDY: NO WAY! That’s what it means to be the Roulette Champion! I never know what kind of match I’m going to be in. And I trust my partner out there. When you are part of a team it is SUPER important for you to trust the other person! I am SO EXCITED to enter this tournament!!! It’s going to be such a big thing. I just hope I don’t let my partner down.

SCOTTISH GUY 2: Ah dornt hink ye coods lit anyain doon.

CANDY: Thanks!

SCOTTISH GUY 1: Bartender! a pint fur th' quine!

*The bartender nodded and brought over a large glass of beer, Candy looked at it, her eyes wide.*

CANDY: That’s a LOT of apple juice!!!

*Marcus sprung into action, before she could take a sip, as the scene faded to black.*

 Scene One: The Bad Thing Happened

Where: Backstage, Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, Florida
When: Moments after Bella yelled at Candy on Climax Control 260

*The cameras catch up in the hallway as a crying Candy is seen running down the hallways. She turns a corner and stops, leans her back against the wall, and slides down to a sitting position. She was sobbing pretty heavy as she clutched the shirt she had made for Bella in her hands. A few stagehands walked by and just looked at her, not saying a word, as they moved on with their days. She continued to sob as she heard a voice down the hallway calling her name. She cradled her knees with her arms and sobbed quietly. She knew it was Bella looking for her, but right now, she didn't want to be found. The voice went the other direction, and she heard another familiar sound... the bark of her little pup, Fluffy. The barking got louder and louder, and was followed by a voice.*

MARCUS CAGE: Go find her, Fluffy. Find Candy...

*The concern in his voice was strong. He saw what happened and knew that she needed him right now. But he didn't know where she was. Fluffy's bark was getting louder and louder, and the sound of her nails on the flooring could be heard. Fluffy turned the corner and saw Candy,and jumped into her arms and immediatly began to lick her face. Marcus wasn't far behind her. As soon as he turned the corner and saw Candy sitting on the floor, in tears, and wasted no time sitting down next to her,and wrapping his arms around her. She rested her head on his chest and just cried.*

MARCUS CAGE: Are you ok?

CANDY: NO! Bella hates me, she yelled at me, and she threw the shirt I made her on the ground.

*She continued to cry. He held her tightly.*

MARCUS CAGE: I saw what happened. What do you wanna do about it? Do you wanna go beat her up?

CANDY: No.

MARCUS CAGE: Do ya want me to go beat her up?

CANDY: No.

MARCUS CAGE: Do you wanna go get ice cream? With extra sprinkles? That always cheers you up.

CANDY: No.

*He let out a small sigh. Usually, ice cream always cheers her up. He knew this was huge.*

MARCUS CAGE: So, what do you want to do?

CANDY: I want to go home.

MARCUS CAGE: Ok, let's go get your stuff and head back to the hotel.

CANDY: Not the hotel. Home. Our home.

MARCUS CAGE: Ok. So first we gotta go back to the hotel, and then I'll get us on the first flight back to Vegas. How does that sound to you?

*She sniffled and nodded her head. He released the embrace and stood up, helping her to her feet, when the camera faded to black.*


Scene Two: Broken

Where: The home of Marcus Cage and Candy, Las Vegas, NV
When: Tuesday, Feb 4th. Late morning,about 11AM

*The scene fades up in the living room of the home of Marcus Cage and Candy in Las Vegas, NV. The living room was decorated beautifully, and had a wall that contained souveniers and memorabilia from both of their careers. Sitting on the couch was Marcus Cage, with Fluffy curled up next to him. He was scrolling through his phone when it rang and he answered it.*

MARCUS CAGE: Hello? Hey Dynamite!

*It was his best friend, and tag team partner, Dynamite. He put it on speaker phone and went back to playing his game while he talked*

DYNAMITE: I was just calling to check up on Candy. How's she doing? Any better?

MARCUS CAGE: Nah, man, she's still not doing so good. Ever since Bella yelled at her, she's been mopey and sad. Nothing cheers her up. It's... well it's nothing short of heartbreaking. I've never seen her like this in all the years I've known her. And there's nothing I can do to get her out of this funk.

DYNAMITE: Awe man, that's rough. Wish there was something I could do to help.

MARCUS CAGE: I don't think there is. I've tried everything. She just sleeps, and when she isn't sleeping she lays around in bed looking sad. She only comes out to go to the bathroom and sometimes eat. But that's only when I kinda force her to eat. She's barely talking, even to me. I just... I don't know what to do.

DYNAMITE: You know Candy, you have to let her handle this in her own way. She will bounce back, she always does.

MARCUS CAGE: I know she is stronger than she thinks but... I miss my wife. The bubbly, hyper, overly positive woman that I love. It's like... it's like she's broken. Bella broke her.

DYNAMITE: I didn't think anything could break that woman... this must be bad.

MARCUS CAGE: It's so bad...

*Marcus lowered the phone and looked towards the other side of the room when he heard footsteps. He looked over to see Candy standing there. She was wearing sweatpants and an oversized shirt, no makeup on, her hair was all knotted up and looked like it hadn't been brushed in a few days. She just stood there and looked at Marcus.*

CANDY: I'm not broken. I'm just sad. And not like "some one ate the last M&M" sad. Like, real sad. Bella hates me.

MARCUS CAGE: Dude, I gotta let ya go. I'll call ya later.

*He hung up the phone and set it on the arm of the couch. He got up and walked over to Candy embraced her.*

MARCUS CAGE: She doesn't hate you. No one hates you. Come on, sit down.

*He guides her to the couch and sits next to her.*

MARCUS CAGE: You think Bella hates you?

CANDY: Why else would she yell at me like that. You heard her. We aren't partners, we aren't besties. I annoy her and drive her crazy.

MARCUS CAGE: And you got hate out of that?

CANDY: Yeah. Who else would throw a gift from some one on the ground? One that the person spent a really long time making. You don't do that to people you don't hate.

*Her eyes started to well up. But Marcus was just glad she was talking. This is the most she has said since they got home.*

MARCUS CAGE: No one hates you. You and I both know that you are a little bit... hard to handle at times. You are easily excitable, and a handful sometimes. But that's not a bad thing at all. You just see the world differently than everyone else. And that is a good thing. You see the pure, the positive, and the best in everything and everyone. Not everyone is like that. Bella, well, she just isn't used to being around you all the time and just didn't know how to handle it and make you understand that she just needed some down time. She and Malachi needed some time to themselves. She's not the little kid you used to know. She's grown up now, and she's going for your title.

CANDY: Maybe... I should just give her the title if that's what she wants. I'd rather have Bella as a friend than be a champion.

*Candy hung her head low. Marcus gently put his hand under her chin and raised her face up towards his.*

MARCUS CAGE: I know that you'd rather have a true friend than a title. One of the many things that I absolutely love about you. You have your priorities straight. You know what is important in life. And I know Bella too, and she would not want to win the title that way. She has a sense of pride that I think exceeds even her own mother's. She has a lot to prove, and would hate to see her first title reign tainted with a technicality.

CANDY: You're right.

MARCUS CAGE: Of course I'm right.

CANDY: If Bella wants this title she is gonna have to fight for it!

MARCUS CAGE: Atta girl!

*Her face started to light up for the first time in days. Marcus smiled as he watched her demeanor change*

CANDY: What better way to show Bella that she can't treat me that way than to beat her to retain my title? Thank you Marcus!!!

*She got excited and hugged him. She pulled back and sniffed a little bit.*

CANDY: Uh... I'm gonna go take a shower...

*She kissed him on the cheek and popped up on the couch, bouncing off into the other room. Marcus grinned big*

MARCUS CAGE: She's baaaaaaaaack!

*The scene faded to black*


Scene Three: Q&A

Where: unknown location
When: Thursday, 2/6 - aproximatly 3PM


*The camera flickered to life with a shot of Candy sitting in a room. It appeared that it was being recorded on a computer, you could see her mostly from the chest up. She looked like she was pushing some buttons before letting out a big grin. She sat back a little, widening the shot.*

CANDY: HI GUYS!!!

*She waved, enthusiastically, towards the camera.*

CANDY: I just wanna say that the outpouring of love you guys have shown me the last few days has been absolutely amazing! My twitter, fan pages, emails, fan letters... all of it have been full full full to the brim with you guys telling me how awesome you think I am, and telling me not to be sad about Bella. You guys are the bestest fans a girl could ever have, so I wanted to take this time to respond to some of your tweets, emails, letters... answer some questions and just show you guys the love you show me every day! I wanna start off by saying that I am fine. I'm not sad anymore. If anything, I'm even more motivated going into this match. So let's not waste any time and I'll start with the first letter.

*she clicked on the computer and read it.*

CANDY: First one is a tweet from @TinaTheTrickser - she says "@PWS_Candy, I am a huge fan and I want you to know that I am so happy you decided to return to the ring." - AWE! Thanks Tina! "I was wondering if you have any strategy going into a match where you don't know what type of match it will be?" HMMMM

*She tilted her head and put her finger on her chin for a moment, thinking*

CANDY: How can you have a strategy when you don't know what you are preparing for? All I know is that when I get in the ring with Bella... it's gonna be different than the last two times. It's so much bigger now. The first time, it was a triple threat for a title shot, which I won. The second time it was a tag team match, which she and Not-Akuma... I mean... Malachi... won. This time... it's way different. And if she wants my Bombshell Roulette title... she's gonna have he fight of her life on her hands. I don't want her, or anyone, to feel as bad as I did when she yelled at me. And I know I'd feel like a pile of... poopy... if MY first title win was because some one just let me win. That's not what friends do.

*She clicked on the computer and pulled up another.*

CANDY: Ok our next one is an email from a fan named "Esther". She says "after what Bella did to you, I don't think I could ever forgive her if she did it to me. Do you think you will ever be able to forgive her?" Well, that's a really good question. And an easy answer too. I already have forgiven her. I won't forget, but I did forgive. It took me a few days of being sad and hurt, but I stopped and thought really REALLY hard... like this!

*She made her "thinking face", which was her with her face all scrunched up,her her hand on her chin. She then smiled.*

CANDY: And I realized something. Bella wasn't trying to be mean to me. She wasn't trying to hurt me. I get it, we are friends but we aren't Besties. Malachi is her bestie just like Marcus is mine. I get that now. I was just SO excited... and I know I can be a lot to handle sometimes... and I get overly excited... and sometimes I start to ramble... but... that's just me being me. And I thought about it, and I decided if you don't like me for me... then too bad... I don't need you to like me! Bella is really nice, and I didn't let her have any time with her bestie so I get why she yelled at me. She still didn't have to throw the awesome shirt I made her on the ground. But I get it now. And it's ok. I need to learn when to take a hint. Which is why I have an idea!!!

*She brushed some hair out of her face and smiled.*

CANDY: Bella... anytime i'm being too much, or getting on your nerves, or anything like that... just use this special safe word and I'll back off. Ok? I'm thinking we should use something fun like "Skittles" ... or "sassafrass"... OR WHAT ABOUT "CANDYLICOUS" We'll think of one.

*She giggled*

CANDY: Let's move on to the next question. This one was sent to me in the mail. It's from a fan named "Earl". Earl says "Dear Candy, I hope you won't be too sad when Bella takes that title from you. You are too pretty to be sad." ... AWE! HOW SWEET!

*She paused for a moment and it hit her...*

CANDY: HEY! That wasn't very nice! I just wanna say that no matter what, I'm gonna go out there and give Bella a great match. She deserves that. And if she beats me to win the Bombshell Roulette Title... then so be it. She earned it. But I'm not taking it easy on her! I fought too hard to win this title to just lose it right away. I know, I actually thought about letting her have it, thinking it would fix things between us. But Marcus talked sense into me. Now, I'm doing everything I can to put up a good fight. I know Bella will too. It's gonna be a great match! I know it! I hope you guys look forward to it and enjoy. Because win or lose... I'm all in! Good luck, Bella.

*She smiled and blew a kiss at the camera before it faded to black*

 *SCENE ONE* - ~"A Golden Celebration"~

~*The scene opens up in the back of the arena, mere moments after Candy defeated the reigning champion Sam Marlowe to win her first SCW belt... the Bombshell Roulette title. Sure, it may have taken her a second opportunity to do so... but she did it. The camera is following her husband, Marcus Cage, as he frantically runs down the hall towards the gorilla position, anxiously looking for Candy. As soon as she is spotted coming through the curtain, he rushes to her, lifts her up, and spins her around. He embraced her tightly, and kissed her passionately. After, he held her at an arms length and was able to utter one single sentence.*~

MARCUS CAGE: You did it.

~*Candy bounced around and squeeled a little bit, excited, as Fluffy sat beside her wagging her tail. She stood still for a moment and admired the belt in her hands.*~

CANDY: I really did it! I'm the SCW Bombshell Roulette Champion!

~*Tears began to well up in her eyes. But not tears of sadness. Tears of joy, of happiness, and even of pride. It had been many years since she held a championship of her own. It was at this time that backstage interviewer Pussy Willow came up to her with a mic in hand.*~

PUSSY WILLOW: Candy? I was wondering if I could get a few words with you after your big win?

~*She quickly wiped away the tears and smiled and nodded towards Pussy Willow. She takes a few steps to the side so they are out of everyone's way before beginning.

PUSSY WILLOW: First, I'd like to congratulate you on your impressive win out there. It's not every day that a newcomer like you impresses so much that you get yourself thrown right into a title hunt. How does it feel?

CANDY: it feels SO SUPER AMAZING!!! Like I can't even describe it. It's been so long since I have actively competed in the ring in this capacity. When I signed here, I didn't plan on going for titles for a really long time. Like, ya gotta prove yourself, ya know? I was so full of ring dust.

~*Marcus chimed in to help his wife.*~

MARCUS CAGE: Rust. The term is ring rust, sweety.

CANDY: That's what I said!

`~*Pussy Willow shakes her head a bit, Marcus chuckles lightly.*~

CANDY: As I was saying. I'm just super happy to know that I can still kick lots of butt in the ring, and the fans still love me!

PUSSY WILLOW: that was quite a pop those fans gave you out there.

CANDY: I know! I love it! And I can't wait to see what is in store for me next!!!

PUSSY WILLOW: your future in scw is bright, that's for sure. Thank you for your time, and once more, congratulations.

CANDY: Thank you so much, Miss Willow.

~*Pussy Willow walks off, and Candy looks down at her title once more, beaming with pride, as the scene faded to black*~


*SCENE TWO* ~”PUPPY PARTY!!!”~


~*The scene opens up with Candy sitting in her hotel room in Miami, Florida. She was sitting at the table, and was seen putting little cards in envelopes and putting them off to the side. Marcus walked into the scene and sat down at the table with her.*~

MARCUS CAGE: Whatcha doing?

CANDY: I’m making invitations for Fluffy’s birthday party! For all our friends.

~*She handed Marcus the guest list. He looked it over and looked a little confused.*~

MARCUS CAGE: You are inviting Bella and Malachi?

CANDY: Yeah. Why shouldn’t I? Bella is my friend.

MARCUS CAGE: Yeah, but… I don’t trust that Malachi guy.

CANDY: I don’t think he likes me...

MARCUS CAGE: I Get that vibe too. He seems like a bit of a mouthpiece…

CANDY: I don’t know, I don’t really talk to him very much. But he does seem like he doesn’t like me.

MARCUS CAGE: But that’s ok. Not everyone is gonna like you. I don’t know why they wouldn’t… but to each their own. Don’t let it bother you. Especially during your match.

CANDY: My match?

MARCUS CAGE: Didn’t you get my message? They called earlier and said you are booked in a tag team match this coming show against Bella and Malachi.

CANDY: Oh?

MARCUS CAGE: You are teaming with some one named Chris Crippler.

CANDY: It’s like he was born to be a wrestler! With a name like that!

~*Marcus chuckled a little bit.*~

MARCUS CAGE: I’m pretty sure… ya know what… You are right. He must have been born to be a wrestler.

CANDY: Why can’t I team with you? I’ve never teamed up with some one outside of you, or Dynamite… or my super close friends. I don’t know this guy. What if he is a meanie head?

MARCUS CAGE: Then I will protect you. Don’t worry. You finish up on these invites, I’m sure you have much more to do to throw Fluffy the perfect birthday party.

CANDY: SO MUCH!!!!

~*She smiled. He got up and kissed her on the forehead before leaving the shot, sending it to black.*~


*SCENE THREE* ~”Tag Team Match???”~

~*The scene fades up showing Candy looking into a camera. She had her phone recording a video to post on the SCW website regarding her upcoming match.*~

CANDY: HI EVERYONE!!! I’m Candy and I just wanted to talk you guys a little bit about a few things. First, I want to say THANK YOU for all your support while I chased that Roulette title. I am so happy to be the champion, and so excited to defend it in front of you guys! It’s so amazing, and you don’t even understand how it feels. But that’s something else I want to talk to you guys about. I know I beat Bella to earn my shot at the title… but I would LOVE to defend it against her! I love being in the ring with Bella. And that’s why I am so excited to go into this tag team match against her and Mal...Maleficent? I can’t say his name so I’m just gonna call him “Not-Akuma”.

~*She tilted her head a little*~

CANDY: I hope you are watching this, Bella, because I really really respect you. Especially in the ring. I’ve known you since you were a little girl, and you are growing up to be an amazing young woman. You are passionate like your mother, strong willed, talented… It’s really an honor just to even know you and consider you a friend. But I hope “Not-Akuma” doesn’t hate me. I know I’m a little… different… and not many people understand that or accept me for who I am. But you do. And I love that!

~*She smiled big*~

CANDY: I don’t really know what to expect from my partner. I don’t really know who he is. But I gotta trust him out in the ring. And that’s gonna be kinda weird cuz usually I team up with Marcus. And we know each other’s thoughts inside out. But this guy, Chris Crippler, I have no idea what to expect. But that’s not gonna stop me and I’m gonna do my best!!! I’m gonna go out there and give you one heck of a good match!!! And if you happen to win and earn yourself a title shot… I would be so so so sooooooo happy to defend this title against you. Anyways, I won’t waste anymore of your time. I will see you guys out there! GOOD LUCK!!!

~*She blew a kiss into the camera before it went black.*~

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~SCENE ONE~ Kat and Candy

**The scene opens up to the inside of a home. It is the home of Candy and Marcus Cage in Las Vegas, Nevada. The room was absolutely decorated to the nines for Christmas. No joke, it looked like Christmas threw up in there. There was a huge, at least 8 foot tall, pink Christmas tree decorated with silver and pink ornaments, and a beautiful silver and pink star on top. Lots of sparkles and glitter everywhere. There was a fireplace with 4 stockings hung from it, and just lights and garland everywhere. There was some faint christmas music playing in the background. The camera panned the room a little bit and showed Candy sitting in a chair, curled up, reading a book to Fluffy**

CANDY: And then he exclaimed as they rode out of sight… Merry Christmas to all, and to all, a good night!

**Fluffy barked twice as Candy closed the book with a smile on her face.**

CANDY: Are you excited for Christmas, Fluffy?

**Fluffy barked in response**

CANDY: I know! I am too! I didn’t ask for much this year, all I want is for my friends and family to be safe, happy, and healthy! That’s all I really want.

**Fluffy barked once more.**

CANDY: And maybe some M&Ms! I sure do love M&Ms! But… I did ask for ONE thing as an early Christmas present. I want to win the Roulette Title in SCW. I mean, most people there have been super duper nice to me… but others have not. Meanie head Barbie Doll tried to tell me that Santa isn’t real… but I know otherwise. I know he’s real… right?

**Fluffy wagged her tail as there was a knock at the door. Candy yelled out**

CANDY: Marcus? Can you get the door?

**She heard no answer, and they knocked again. She put down the book as she walked towards the front door. She opened it and there stood … SANTA CLAUSE! Or should I say, Marcus dressed up as Santa Clause. But Candy was just too happy and excited to notice.**

CANDY: SANTA?

**He spoke in a lower tone than normal, trying to disguise his voice.**

"SANTA" MARCUS: HOHOHO! MERRY CHRISTMAS CANDY

**Candy looked on in amazement**

CANDY: You… you know my name?

"SANTA" MARCUS: Of course I do, I know the names of every boy and girl, especially those on the nice list, like you.

**She beamed from ear to ear**

"SANTA" MARCUS: I heard that some one on the nice list was sad, and needed a Christmas Miracle. There is no one more deserving than you and your big heart, And I know that there is really and truly only one thing you want for Christmas. Your family. Now, I wasn’t able to get EVERYTHING you wanted, but I was able to get something big. But I decided to bring it early, as you really need a dose of Christmas Spirit.

**He stepped aside and behind him was standing Candy’s older sister, Kat. Candy squealed excitedly and ran and gave her sister a big hug.**

CANDY: KITKAT!

KAT: CANDY CANE!

**The two shared a big hug**

CANDY: Why are you here?

KAT: I heard about what happened with mom and dad, and I’m really sorry Candy. For what it’s worth, I support you. I can’t speak for them, but you are better off not having that negativity in your life.

CANDY: Is… is that why they didn’t come to the last two shows.

KAT: I think so, but that doesn’t matter anymore. Me and Marcus won’t let them hurt you anymore.

CANDY: But… I left three tickets… why didn’t YOU come to any of the shows.

KAT: I was out of the country with work, I just got back a few days ago and mom and dad told me about what happened… so I reached out to Marcus. I really wanna come to December to Dismember and watch you win that title. More than anything.

CANDY: OF COURSE!!! I want you there too! I’m so glad that you are here… why don’t you come in and have dinner with me and Marcus? He’s in the kitchen making some super super yummy BBQ ribs.

"SANTA" MARCUS: I see you guys have some catching up to do. I need to get back to the elves and make sure I get that list checked again!

CANDY: Thank you, Santa! This is exactly what I wanted!

**She hugged him, still none the wiser that it was Marcus.**

"SANTA" MARCUS: You are very welcome, Candy. Good luck in your next match. I know you’ll just knock em dead!

**He winked at her and walked off, out of sight. Candy had Kat come inside with her. They closed the door and walked in.**

CANDY: MARCUS!!!!!

**She led Kat through the house, heading towards the kitchen. As they got near the kitchen door, Marcus came out. He seemed out of breath, and was still wearing the santa boots! But Candy didn’t notice a thing. She was still too excited that “Santa” came to visit her at her home.**

MARCUS: What? Was some one at the door? I heard voices?

CANDY: YOU MISSED IT!!! SANTA WAS HERE???

**Marcus, of course, went along with it. He loved her sense of belief and wonder.**

MARCUS: SANTA WAS HERE???

CANDY: YES!!! And he brought my sister Kat with him. Kat wants to come see me win the title at December 2 Dismember! Can she stay in the guest bedroom for the weekend so she can come to the show? PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE!!! IT CAN BE MY CHRISTMAS PRESENT!!!

**Marcus chuckled a little bit.**

MARCUS: Of course she can stay in the spare room. That’s what it’s for.

**Candy got excited and kissed Marcus on the cheek**

CANDY: I’M GONNA GO AND GET EVERYTHING READY!!!

**She darted off down the hall. Marcus and Kat both chuckled a little at her excitement.**

MARCUS: I haven’t seen her THIS excited in a while. Thank you.

KAT: This was all you. The Santa thing… bringing me here… You made this happen for her.

MARCUS: And then with you at ringside watching her match, and me in the back… she can’t lose. She won’t lose.  This was EXACTLY what she needed.

KAT: I agree. I know my sister, and now she can focus 100% on that match. She deserves it.

"SANTA" MARCUS: She does. She definitely does.

**The two smile as the scene fades to black.**


~SCENE TWO~ Russian Roulette!?!?!

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**The scene opened up with Candy sitting in a dimly lit room. The tone was ominous, and she looked extremely serious. The camera panned around a little and you see that she was sitting in a circle with 3 other people- Marcus Cage; their good friend and Marcus’s tag team partner, Dynamite; and a random person that no one recognized, he looked like a young kid about 18 or so in age wearing a baseball cap. The camera pans back to Candy, who speaks in a serious voice.**

CANDY: Ok guys, we are here because I have to prepare for a match, and I figured this was the best way.

DYNAMITE: Are you su…

CANDY: SHHH!!! YES! This is the best way to prepare. I am going for hte Roulette title… and the best way to prepare for the Roulette title… is by playing roulette…. RUSSIAN ROULETTE…

RANDOM GUY: I was just here delivering a pizza… I really need to get back.

MARCUS: Just… go with it. There’s a really large tip in it for ya.

RANDOM GUY: I’m gonna lose my job.

MARCUS: I’ll talk to your boss. Relax.

RANDOM GUY: Ok… but I don’t wanna die.

DYNAMITE: Don’t worry. This is safe.

RANDOM GUY: ON WHAT PLANET IS RUSSIAN ROULETTE SAFE???

MARCUS: This one… Just… go with it.

**Candy looked annoyed that they were talking.**

CANDY: I’m trying to prepare for a match here! AHEM!

**She cleared her throat and then pointed to the table in the middle of them.**

CANDY: There is our arsenal. Since I’m the one going for the title… I’ll go first.

**She reaches out and grabs a gun… she holds it up and once it is within camera view you can see that it is nothing more than a harmless nerf gun… a child’s toy. She holds it up and points it directly at Marcus.**

CANDY: Ok so … now I shoot you!

**She pulled the trigger of the nerf gun, and a small dart shot out and the suction cup stuck right on Marcus’s forehead. Candy giggled and then tried her hardest to wipe the smile off her face as the dart protruded from Marcus’s forehead.**

MARCUS: Does that mean I lose?

**He took the dart off his forehead and dropped it on the table.**

CANDY: Uh… I think so? Dynamite, it’s your turn.

**She handed the nerf gun to him, and he pointed it at Candy and pulled the trigger… nothing happened.**

CANDY: YAY! I’m still in! I’m gonna be the Roulette Champion!

**Dynamite handed the gun over to the random guy. He held it up and pointed it at Dynamite, pulled the trigger, and a dart shot out and bounced right off Dynamite’s chest. He looked down at it and chuckled a little bit**

DYNAMITE: Guess I’m out too.

CANDY: It’s just you and me, Mr Pizza Guy! And only one of us can be the Roulette Champion. I want that belt soooooo bad…

**She grabbed the nerf gun, pointed it towards the random guy and pulled the trigger. A dart shot out and bounced off the brim of his hat. Candy got really excited and started jumping up and down.**

CANDY: I WIN I WIN I WIN!!!

**She danced around the room as Marcus and Dynamite looked at each other.**

DYNAMITE: This… wasn’t very helpful was it?

MARCUS: Probably not… but it made her happy and SHE thinks it helped so… don’t tell her otherwise.

**He nodded in agreement. Marcus got up and grabbed Candy’s arm and raised it in the air.**

MARCUS: AND YOUR NEEEEEEEW SCW WOMENS ROULETTE CHAMPION… CANDYYYYY!!!

**Marcus and Dynamite cheered as she was so excited. The scene then faded to black**


~SCENE THREE~ Wrong Roulette…



**The scene opened up inside a casino. Marcus Cage was being followed by the cameras as he was looking for some one. He stops a worker to ask**

MARCUS: Hey, have you seen a woman about… this high. Brown hair, probably wearing something extremely pink and sparkly…

WORKER:: That’s pretty vague.

MARCUS: Ok uh… She’s beautiful, with amazing eyes…

WORKER:: Describes most of the women here…

MARCUS: She probably was carrying a small, fluffy, white Pomeranian who was probably dressed to match her.

WORKER:: OH HER… She’s…

**Before he could answer, Marcus heard a crowd chanting “CANDY CANDY” coming from the other side of the room.**

MARCUS: Nevermind… I bet she’s over there. Thanks anyways.

**He followed the chanting as was led over to a roulette table in the corner of the room. It was crowded, people were just crowding around to watch. At one side of table sitting on a barstool was Candy, and next to her sat Fluffy. Just as Marcus had predicted, she was wearing a bright pink dress that was accented in glitter, her hair was pulled back in a matching pink glittery headband. And, also as predicted, Fluffy was dressed to match. He watched on for a moment as Candy was truly in her element, smiling ear to ear.**

Dealer: Place your bets!

CANDY: Candy has 6 letters in it so… put it all on black 6!!!

**She moved her stack of chips to the black 6 spot with a huge grin on her face. The crowd around her cheered excitedly. The dealer spun the wheel and dropped in the ball. It bounced as the crowd watched on in amazement. Candy had her eyes closed and both hands up with her fingers crossed. The wheel began to slow, the ball bounced a little more before settling into it’s final resting place…**

Dealer: BLACK 6!

**The crowd went WILD! Candy jumped out of her seat and began jumping up and down. Marcus fought his way through the crowd and ended up next to her. He wrapped his arms around her.**

MARCUS: Do you even KNOW how much you just won?

CANDY: NOPE!

MARCUS: A single number on the board pays out 35 to 1… how much did you bet?

CANDY: I DONT KNOW!!! I JUST KNOW IM SUPER PUMPED UP RIGHT NOW!!!

**Marcus looked at what the bet was on the table… $10,000.**

MARCUS: I’m not even going to tell you… you are hyped up enough as it is.

CANDY: OK!

MARCUS: Why are you even over here playing Roulette? You don’t like to gamble?

CANDY: I have ESPN. It’s not gambling when I KNOW what the number is gonna be. I’m a psycho!

MARCUS: You mean Psychic?

CANDY: That’s what I said. I feel so lucky right now, like I could win ANYTHING.

MARCUS: So why don’t you take some of this luck, this momentum, and focus it on Sam Marlowe and the Roulette title.

**The crowd, who of course were being nosey and listening in, started to chant her name again.**

CANDY: You guys think I can beat her for the title?

MARCUS: Of course they do. Look at these people. These guys just saw you win an almost impossible game. That’s what you do, Candy. You win under insane odds. You always have. You are more than prepared for this match.

CANDY: I’M GONNA BE THE SCW BOMBSHELL ROULETTE CHAMPION!!!

MARCUS: Yeah, you are!

CANDY: Nothing and nobody can stop me! Not even the meanie head Barbie Doll.

MARCUS: That’s exactly right. Keep that frame of mind, and you can do anything you want.

**He kissed her on the cheek as the cameras faded to black**


~SCENE FOUR~ Merry Christmas To All, And To All A Good Night

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**The scene opens up to show Candy dressed in a beautiful, Christmas-y outfit. She was sitting indian style on the floor in front of a roaring fireplace. The room around her looked like christmas. She smiled into the camera as soft, instrumental christmas music played in the background.**

CANDY: Sam, I don’t really know you and you don’t really know me. But that’s ok. No one here really knows me that well. Except for Bella. But that’s a totally different story. You see, one thing you don’t know about me is my history. My story. No one here really does. And that’s a good thing. Because it brings new challenges. And that’s lots and lots of fun. I’m really excited to get a chance to face you. Being the champion for as long as you have been means you must be pretty good. And I’m excited to have this chance.

**She brushed some stray hairs behind her ears**

CANDY: I know alot of people just see me as this super nice person who is kinda dumb. And that’s ok that they think that. I may not be the smartest crayon in the light bulb box… but I know more than people think I do. See, growing up the way I did, with parents who are super super smart… and a sister who is classified as a genie… you have certain expectations to live up too. Sadly, I don’t live up to the ones my parents set for me.

**She looked sad for a moment**

CANDY: But that’s ok. Because those who truly know me, and love me, know that I am dedicated. And that I don’t give up. When I want something I don’t stop at anything to get it. And that title is nothing different. See, recently I have been in and out of the ring. When my one company closed down like 7 or 8 years ago, I went into retirement for a while. But I missed being in the ring. Wrestling makes me happy, and I just wasn’t happy sitting on the sidelines cheering for Marcus every week. I wanted that spotlight again. And I got a chance in another place but… they didn’t take me seriously. They’d go weeks without booking me… even forget that I was on the roster! But here… it’s different here! After only 2 matches I was given a title contenders match, and that was the coolest thing on the planet! And then I WON that match! Which was even better!!!

**She smiled**

CANDY: So going into this match, this is the first title match I have had in a really really long time. But ya know what, Sam? I’m not nervous. I’m not scared. Because I know what I can do in that ring, and I know that you have to be good too, or you wouldn’t be champion. I don’t really know much about you, and I’m not exactly the research type. I just know that when it comes down to it… we are going to have a good match. We are going to make the fans cheer SO LOUD!!! And that’s the most important thing you need to know about me. I won’t cheat to win. Ever.

**She tilted her head to the side a little bit**

CANDY: So I promise you one thing, if nothing else, I promise that you are going to have the fight of a lifetime against me. You want to keep your belt? You gotta earn it! Marcus says I can do anything… and I believe him! Even Santa Clause said I can do it! So whatever that wheel says… whatever kind of match we are going to have… I’m ready! I wanna wish you good luck, though. Because I think you are really pretty, and I know we are going to steal the show. Even though stealing is bad! Marcus said stealing the show is ok! And that’s what we are going to do. So I hope you are ready, because I am. I know people tend to underestimate me… and I really hope you don’t. See you at December 2 Dismember!!!

**She smiled big as she waved at the camera, as it faded toblack one final time.**

 ***The scene opens up with Candy in the car with her husband, Marcus. They are pulled up outside a house along the beach. Marcus looks at her with worry in his eyes.***

Marcus: You know you don't have to go in there, right?

Candy: I know

Marcus: You know how they are. You almost always leave here in tears.

Candy: I know. But they are my family.

Marcus: I get that… but you don't owe them anything. I don’t like how they treat you.

Candy: I know.

Marcus: If they are upsetting you and you want to leave, all you have to do is let me know, ok?

***He reached over and tenderly ran his hand through her hair, to show his support.***

Candy: Got it. I hope Fluffy doesn't get too sad without me.

Marcus: She is at the puppy spa. She is in good hands and will be so relaxed when we go to pick her up. You ready?

***She took a deep breath and nodded. They got out of the car and headed towards the house. They ring the doorbell and Candy’s mother and father answer the door. They share a hug.***

Mother: Oh, my beautiful baby girl. It’s been way too long since we have seen you. We have a lot of catching up to do. Your sister, Kat, is in the living room waiting.

Candy: I didn’t know Kat would be here?

Father: She overheard us talking about you visiting, and she wanted to see you too.

***They all go inside, and Candy sees her big sister, Kat, sitting on the couch. She lets out an excited squeel as she rushes up and hugs her. The two share a moment before sitting on the couch. Marcus sat next to Candy, and her parents sat in the chairs across from them.***

Kat: I’ve missed you, little sis.

Candy: I’m so glad you are here!!!

Mother: So, what does bring you two by here out of the blue. Is there some GOOD NEWS that you guys need to tell us?

Father: The kind that take a pair of parents and make them…. Grand....

***It became obvious to Marcus what they were trying to poke at… grandkids. They were making the assumption that Candy was pregnant which… was not true. He opened his mouth to say something but was stopped by Candy butting in, as always, the point going way over her head.***

Candy: Of course we have good news, and you guys are GRAND parents!

***The mother began to squeel, her sister covered her mouth shocked, and the father just smiled wide. This was where Marcus knew he had to step in.***

Marcus: No, we are not having a baby. Candy isn’t pregnant. She actually has signed a rather nice part time contract with this wrestling company, Sin City Wrestling. They have a show just about an hour away in Anaheim. The holidays are coming up and since we were nearby she wanted to stop in and see you guys.

***The mom and dad both look disappointed.***

Kat: That’s amazing, Candy! I’m so excited for you to be able to get back in the ring. You LOVE being in the ring.

Candy: I DO! It’s one of my favorite things EVER. You should come to the show! I get a few tickets from time to time for friends and family. I’d love to have my big sister cheering for me ringside. I’d love to have my parents there as well…

***She looked over to her parents, who both looked disappointed.***

Mother: Honey, we thought you were retired from that world when you two got married?

Candy: I did… for a while. But then SCW was looking for more women, so I sent in an audition tape and… they liked me! They really liked me. I thought you guys would be so happy for me.

Father: It’s not that we aren’t happy for you… we just… well you know how we feel about you being a wrestler.

Candy: I know you are worried I am going to get hurt. But I’m not! People like me. The fans cheer for me! I’m good at what I do. I finally found something I am good at and you guys are just never happy for me.

Mother: It’s not that we aren’t happy for you… we just know you can do so much more with your life. I mean, come on Candy. You drop out of college to go to beauty school. You barely make it through that, and now you do this wrestling thing?

Candy: I get to travel the world! I get to be a role model for little girls everywhere! I made lots of good friends, and I met Marcus! And he believes in me!!! Even if you don’t!!!

***Tears began to roll down her cheek and she ran out of the room. Marcus stood up and looked at the two of them, anger in his eyes.***

Marcus: How dare you. HOW...DARE...YOU…

Father: How dare we?

Marcus: That woman is the nicest woman I know. She would give some one the shirt off her back if they needed it. And all she wants is some LOVE and SUPPORT from her family. I don’t care what you think about what she is doing with her life.... Just know that your “little girl” is happy and healthy. She is in a happy marriage with a man who worships the ground she walks on. She is in a career she LOVES with every fiber of her being. She is PROUD of everything she has accomplished. Then she comes here and you guys bring her down because she isn’t living up to YOUR expectations and doing what YOU want her to do in her life!

Mother: But we know…

Marcus: I DONT CARE WHAT YOU “KNOW”. That is you DAUGHTER. I don’t care how FAKE it is… you put on a SMILE and you tell her you are proud of her.

Father: You think you can just come into my home and treat me like this?

Marcus: There’s a reason Candy doesn’t come visit you guys often! She is too nice to say it… so I’m saying it for her. If you don’t support her, and treat her better, I will do everything in my power to make DAMN SURE you two can never hurt her again… do you understand me?

Mother: Is that a threat?

Marcus: No… no threat. It’s a promise. I am protecting my WIFE… he is my world and seeing her smile brighten even the darkest of days. I will do everything I can to keep that smile on her face and keep tears out of those eyes. Even if it means cutting ties with YOU. We’ll see ourselves out!

***He stormed out of the room, in search of Candy. He found her sitting on the hallway floor, leaned against the wall, tears streaming down her face. He crouched down next to her and wrapped his arms around her.***

Marcus: Are you ok, Candy?

***She sniffled***

Candy: Yeah. Why are they such meanie heads to me? Do they hate me?

Marcus: No one hates you. You are too sweet for anyone to hate you. They just… they see things differently than we do. So how about this. You and me get out of here, we go pick up Fluffy early from the puppy spa, and we all go out for some ice cream.

Candy: Can I have M&Ms on mine?

***He chuckled at her whimsical nature***

Marcus: You can have anything you want on yours. Then tomorrow, you and I will hit the gym and get you into tip top shape and ready for this… Barbie Doll person. You are gonna take every ounce of aggression you have towards your parents, and you are gonna turn it against her, you hear me? You are gonna go out there and prove them wrong. Show them how passionate you are for this business. And just know, at the end, your number one fan will be waiting backstage to greet you with a hug and a kiss… win or lose.

***He pointed to himself. She smiled and gave him a hug as they stood up. She wiped her tears away.***

Candy: You are the best, Marcus.

***She gave him a kiss on the cheek before taking his hand and leading him back into the other room. It was awkwardly silent when they entered.***

Candy: So… if you guys change your mind… on Sunday I fight Barbie Doll on SCW Climax Control. I will leave 3 tickets for you guys at the box office. The choice is yours.

***She then turned and the two of them left, sending the scene to black.***