Scene One: PSA

**The scene opens up to show Candy in front of a greenscreen. She was wearing blue jeans and the newest SCW T-Shirt, her hair was down and straight. She was standing behind a table that had a few things across it. A voice was heard off screen say “ACTION!”. She looked at the camera and smiled.**

Candy: Hello, SCW fans and friends! I’m Candy, and I’m here to give you a quick PTA about safety at our shows during the Covid-19 panda...mo...dium?

Voice: It’s PSA… and Pandemic…

Candy: That’s what I said! Anyways! Here’s some tips to help keep you all safe and healthy as you come to watch your favorite SCW Superstars and Bombshells! First, always was your hands! You can’t be too safe! Was them vi...vinegary…

Voice: Vigorously…

**She looks over to the direction of the voice**

Candy: Oh that makes more sense. I mean, who wants to wash their hands with vinegar? It’s stinky! 

**She looked back at the camera**

Candy: I mean, you CAN wash your hands with vinegar, but I suggest soap! Wash them vig...or...ous...ly… for at least 30 seconds! If you have a hard time counting to 30, just sing a simple song! Like Happy Birthday! Or the Alphabet! Or even twinkle twinkle little star! Isn’t it cool how music can replace counting? Like when you are giving CPR and you are like

**She begins to pretend to do chest compressions on the table**

Candy: AH AH AH AH STAYIN ALIVE STAYING ALIVE AH AH AH AH STAYIN ALIVE…

Voice: Candy… washing hands…

Candy: Oh… sorry! Anyways! Always keep some hand sanitizer on you as well. When you get your ticket for the show, you get this COOL nifty little Safety Bag that comes with your ticket!

**She held up one of the safety bags and smiled.**

Candy: Your Safety Bag contains a small bottle of hand sanitizer, a pair of gloves, and this SUPER COOL SCW logo face mask! Don’t forget to wear your mask!

**She opened the bag and took out the mask, and put it on.**

Candy: Now, you wanna make sure you wear your mask the right way! You gotta keep your nose AND your mouth covered at all times. I know it’s uncomfortable… but it’s so you don’t sick, or get anyone else sick. It’s no fun, but better safe than sorry, right?

**She took her mask off and set it on the table, picking up a credit card in her hand.**

Candy: Make sure you remember your cards. Merchandise and food and drinks can only be purchased with credit cards, to prevent germs from spreading on cash. You don’t wanna be without your favorite person’s shirt! Don’t miss out on the newest Candy shirt!

**She put the card down and picks up a pink shirt that says “Sweeter Than Candy” on it.**

Candy: So to sum it up… wear your mask, wash your hands, and be safe! Let’s not cause fans to not be allowed in anymore! See you guys later!!!

**She smiled big and waved.**

Voice: CUT!

**The room went silent for a moment. Candy stepped off to the side.**

Candy: How’d I do?

Voice: Well… I think we got what we need. Thank you.

Candy: Any time! I am so glad to have fans back in the arena, I would do anything I can to keep it that way!

**She walked off to the side where Marcus was sitting in a chair, smiling. He handed her a bottle of water.**

Marcus: That was perfect.

Candy: But I messed up some of the words.

Marcus: Doesn’t matter. You were you, and not trying to be anyone else, and that makes it perfect to me.

**She blushed a little bit.**

Candy: Awe you are too sweet! I’m so excited for this week, I can’t wait!

Marcus: I know, you are overly thrilled to be getting a shot at the Women’s World title.

Candy: I know! I lost my Roulette Title and I didn’t think I’d get a chance at an even higher title so fast!

Marcus: Well, it’s technically a chance at a chance? I mean you have to get past these 8 other women before you earn your shot.

Candy: And I’m ok with that. You gotta earn something or it’s not really worth having? Right?

Marcus: That’s… actually that makes sense.

Candy: My dad used to always say “you want something, earn it. It’s always sweeter when you earn it”. And that’s so true. It feels so awesome to win something, and to deserve it. It’s not as much fun when you have it handed to you.

Marcus: Kind of like how Violet doesn’t have to take part in this battle royal to earn her shot?

Candy: Kinda. I mean, She beat me for the Roulette title, then lost it the next week, then lost to me at the Supercard… and now she is given a Women’s World title shot this week. If i was a jealous type, I’d be angry.

Marcus: Well, I’m angry for you.

Candy: Don’t be. She doesn’t get the joy of truly earning her shot. I mean, she did beat Sam Marlowe…

Marcus: But that doesn’t mean she should skip the line…

Candy: Doesn’t even matter. See, I’m so excited!!! I get a second chance to prove myself against them all, some i’ve beaten and some I haven’t. But ya know who I am SO SUPER SUPER EXCITED to see in this match?

Marcus: Keira?

Candy: YEAH! One of my besties, Keira! I love her so much! She is so sweet, and we had a REALLY good match a few weeks ago. I hope it comes down to me and her so someone amazing and nice can win and earn the shot! I know she would want me to give her the bestest fight ever… and I totally will!

Marcus: You two could work together to eliminate everyone else and then fight it out to the end.

**Candy’s eyes got bright**

Candy: OMG MARCUS YOU ARE A GENIUS!!!!

**She planted a kiss on him, excitedly**

Candy: I GOTTA GO TELL HER YOUR BRILLIANT IDEA!!!

**Candy skipped off, with the energy of about 100 toddlers who just saw their favorite toy. Marcus smiled and shook his head as the camera faded to black.**


ooc: Sorry to my opponents for not putting in 100%

 Ooc: Thank you to Keira for permission to use her in my rp

THE ONGOING ADVENTURES OF #TEAMHERO

Scene 1: Straight out of a Comic Book

Where: Backstage in the Arena
When: Unknown - sometime between June 29th and July 2nd

*The scene fades up in the backstage area of the Staggs Dungeon, in Las Vegas, NV. It was quiet, and mostly empty, aside from a few backstage workers setting things up for the next show. It was extremely peaceful backstage as the cameras catch up to Pussy Willow with a mic in hand, looking kind of bored. She checked her watch and looked a little frustrated when into the scene pop a super hero dressed Candy and Fluffy. The outfit was pink with silver accents, complete with a sparkly C on the front, with matching cape and boots, and of course a face mask covering her eyes. Her hair was down and curly, flowing in a breeze that… well… randomly and dramatically popped up when she jumped into the scene. Fluffy was wearing a matching costume. Candy stood in an over dramatic Super Hero Pose (with her hands balled into fists on her hips -Fluffy being held in one of her arms to her side, naturally- and her head up and turned slightly to the side, just for the added dramatic flair!). Pussy Willow shakes her head a little bit.*

PUSSY WILLOW: Candy?

CANDY: SHHHHH It’s me! SUPER CANDY!

*She leaned in and lifted her mask a little bit and whispered.*

CANDY: It’s me! Candy! SHHH Don’t give away my secret idenemy.

PUSSY WILLOW: You mean secret identity?

CANDY: That’s what I said!

*She leaned back and put her mask down.*

CANDY: And this is my trusty sidekick… The Fluffinator!

*Fluffy barked twice and wagged her tail. Pussy Willow shook her head a little bit.*

PUSSY WILLOW: Um, is your partner here? We were supposed to do this as a team interview?

CANDY: She’ll be here any second!

*Fluffy suddenly started to wiggle in Candy’s arms as she saw something, or some one, coming near. The camera zoomed out a little bit to show Keira Fisher-Johnson walk up. She saw the fluffball wagging her tail and whimpering and smiled. Fluffy jumped into her arms.*

KEIRA: Well hello there, Fluffy.

CANDY: That… That’s not Fluffy! That’s the Fluffinator!

KEIRA: Oh, I’m sorry, hello Fluffinator. And… Cand...Sssss...Super Candy?

CANDY: YEAH!!! We got an interview.

KEIRA: I know, Thank you for the reminder, I lost track of time.

*Candy leaned towards her*

CANDY: Your outfit is in my locker room two doors down, on the table.

*Keira whispered back*

KEIRA: Ok… but why are we whispering?

CANDY: I don’t know…

*She leaned back. Keira put Fluffy on the ground and walked out of the scene quickly. She popped back in what seemed like only a few seconds later in full Super Hero costume that matched Candy’s. Except hers was purple and sparkly, with “BB” on the front. Her outfit was, of course, paired with the matching boots, cape, and mask - all in purple with silver accents. Her hair was also down and curly, matching Candy’s. She stood next to Candy and they both took on the super hero pose, as both of their hair flowed in the breeze that was still - oddly - there. Pussy Willow shook her head as she noticed that Keira was smiling, enjoying playing along with Candy’s little costume party.*

PUSSY WILLOW: And who are you? Super Keira?

KEIRA: No way, that’s too obvious. I am The Blonde Bombshell!

*Candy jumped up and down in excitement. Pussy Willow, however, did not share the same emotion. She let out a slight huff of air through her nose as she decided to begin the interview.*

PUSSY WILLOW: Uh… so… this week on Climax Control, the King Jack Washington put together this match of what I assume is Team Hero 2.0?

KEIRA: Let me clear things up… there is no 2.0. Super Candy is an honorary member of Team Hero. She has shown courage and bravery, and more heart than most people in this company! She is kind, and trustworthy, and I am glad to call her my partner.

*Candy looked like she was tearing up a little bit.*

KEIRA: Super Candy and The Blonde Bombshell are playing for keeps out there.

CANDY: That’s right! The evil Mercedes and Jessie don’t stand a chance against us! We are a well oiled machine, ready to cleanse the EVIL from the backstage! One match at a time!

KEIRA: That’s right!

PUSSY WILLOW: So you guys aren’t worried about this match?

KEIRA: As I have said before… I am not worried at all about Mercedes or Jessie. I only wish we had a tougher challenge.

CANDY: I’ve beaten Mercedes before. It wasn’t that hard. I am just happy to have the best tag team partner this company could give me!

PUSSY WILLOW: So you guys are over confident this week?

CANDY: No, we are just the right amount of confident. See, we are the good guys, and the good guys always win in the end. But that’s not why we are going to win. We are going to win because we are just better in the ring than they are. We are besties and we trust each other. That’s the thing about the Villains. They can’t trust each other. Villains always have bad intentions and you can’t trust em. They are selfish and want the glory for themselves. Plus, the bad guys always lose because they take too long to explain their evil plans.

PUSSY WILLOW: You mean the super villain trope of “monologuing”?

KEIRA: Exactly what she meant!

CANDY: And that’s when we take advantage and get the win!!! TEAM HERO TO THE RESCUE!!!

PUSSY WILLOW: I… I don’t even know what to say to that.

KEIRA: Just say “Thank You” for us keeping you safe from their nefarious plans.

CANDY: And their evil plans too!

*Keira holds in a giggle, as obviously Candy didn’t quite understand the word nefarious pretty much meant the same as evil. Pussy Willow, however, had pretty much been pushed to her limit.*

PUSSY WILLOW: Uhhh… yeah ok good luck out there this week… and uh… I gotta go.

*Pussy Willow took a deep breath and walked off. Candy and Keira looked at each other and smiled as the scene faded to black.*



Scene 2: Don’t Let Adult Kids Play With Fireworks!

Where: Candy and Marcus’s backyard
When: 4th of July!

*The scene fades up after sundown on the night of July 4th. It was in the backyard of Marcus Cage and Candy. The grass was neat and trimmed, and there was a fence enclosing the yard. In the middle was a decent size firepit with a nice fire roaring, lighting up the backyard. Surrounding it were several deck chairs, a small grill, and a cooler filled with cans of soda and bottles of water with ice in it. Coming into the scene were 3 men, each carrying a box. The men were Marcus Cage, and his 2 best friends and tag partners, David Shane and Dynamite. They set the boxes down near the fence, far enough away from the fire. The cameras zoom in and you can see that all 3 boxes are filled to the top with all different kinds of fireworks. The camera turned to the three men, who all looked pleased with their acquisition.*

MARCUS CAGE: Who needs a big crowd and a public fireworks display when your brother has some of the best connections around?

DAVID SHANE: Not to mention a “Party Fund” that is only limited by your imagination… and my wife…

*He looked to the side and saw Candy coming out of the house with his wife, Maria. Both were carrying food. Candy had a tray that had hot dogs on one side and hamburgers on the other, Maria was carrying a big bowl of a mixed fruit salad and a bag that contained the buns for the burgers and hot dogs. They set them on a table near the grill as Maria looked at David.*

MARIA: Believe me… it’d be a bottomless fund if you had your way.

*She smirked and kissed David on the cheek before taking a seat in one of the lawn chairs. Candy looked at the boxes of fireworks and got all excited.*

CANDY: I LOVE FIREWORKS!!! Did you get my favorites???

*Marcus reached into one of the boxes and pulled out a box of sparklers and handed them to Candy.*

MARCUS CAGE: Of course I did. Along with that, we got all the goodies. We goto black cats, roman candles, and  screaming mimis.

DAVID SHANE: We got lady fingers, fuzz buttles, snicker bombs, church burners, finger blasters, gut busters, zippity do das, and crap flappers?

MARCUS CAGE: Don’t forget the whistlin' bungholes, spleen splitters, whisker biscuits, honkey lighters, hoosker doos, hoosker don'ts, cherry bombs, nipsy daisers…

DYNAMITE: ... with or without the scooter stick, and one single whistlin' kitty chaser…

*Candy’s eyes lit up. She didn’t know what a single one of those were… but she had sparklers and that's all she cared about! She also didn’t get the reference… but if you do… you are awesome! Anyways… She took her sparklers to a chair and set them down.*

CANDY: I’m so excited!!! I love fireworks! I’m so glad you guys are here for the week.

DAVID SHANE: Well, I have a match at Destiny, so things really worked out with SCW and PWS both being based in Las Vegas for the time being.

CANDY: Yeah! Do you guys wanna come to the show this weekend and watch my match? I’m teaming up with Keira!

MARIA: We wouldn’t miss it for the world.

DAVID SHANE: Speaking of your match… you excited?

CANDY: Of course I am! You know how much I love to team up with my friends and she is my SCW Bestie! Her and her amazing wife let me be an honorary part of Team Hero with them. And I’m so excited! I’ve wanted to team up with one of them for a long time. Keira is super nice, and super good in the ring. We had a match a few weeks back and it was one of the best matches I have ever been in.

MARIA: I remember that match, we make sure we catch all our friends matches, even if we have to record em and watch em later.

CANDY: Our opponents are kinda mean, actually. I don’t know much about Jessie Salco, but I do know that she has been here for a lot longer than I have. But that doesn’t mean anything. Mercedes is a legend here, and I beat her! Keira has beaten her! It’s going to be a great match tho! I think we are going to have such great chemistry in that ring.

DAVID SHANE: The biggest thing to ponder here… is do you trust her? Trust is a big factor when it comes to a tag team partner.

CANDY: I trust her with my life! Plus, Fluffy adores her. And Fluffy is the BESTEST judge of character.

DAVID SHANE: Good.

DYNAMITE: Ok who brought the lighter?

*Marcus reached into the box and pulled out one of those small torch style lighters and held it up with a grin on his face.*

MARCUS CAGE: Got it. Shall we blow shit up?

DAVID SHANE: Let’s…

*Maria looked over at Candy.*

MARIA: You got the first aid kit?

CANDY: Yup! Got bandaids, burn cream and everything.

MARIA: Good… we are about to need it…

*She looked a little worried, yet a little intrigued, as the boys start setting up some of the fire works and the scene fades to black*

 Scene One: SUPER CANDY AND THE FLUFFINATOR TO THE RESCUE!!!

Where: In the Hotel
When: Friday afternoon, about 3PM


*The scene fades in on Friday afternoon, about 3pm, in the room where they had set up for Candy to do. Marcus Cage and his wife, Candy, were in there. Marcus was sitting in a chair, playing a game on his phone. Candy was getting all her supplies ready for any of the roster members who would need hair care today. She got her shears and combs all set and then plopped down in the stylist chair. She let out a big sigh as she plopped, loud enough to catch his attention.*

Marcus: I know that sigh, and that face, what’s wrong?

Candy: I’m tired of this lockdown, All I do is go from home to here and back home and then a match and then repeat. It’s kinda boring.

Marcus: I get it, but things are changing. Slowly.

Candy: Too slow.

Marcus: Just focus on doing people’s hair, and your matches. You’ll be fine.

Candy: I do have a super big match that I’m so excited about this weekend.

Marcus: I know. You have not stopped talking about it for almost 2 weeks now.

Candy: I can’t help it! I’m so excited! And I want to be a part of Team Hero SO BAD!

Marcus: I know you do. So you go out there and you prove why you belong at their sides. And not as a sidekick. You are not a tagalong, or an afterthought, to the heroes. No… you are no one’s sidekick.

Candy: But… sidekicks are cool too! Like Robin! He gets to fight all those bad guys with Batman! Or what about Tails? He is Sonic the Hedgehog’s sidekick and he can fly and everyone loves him! Or what about Yoshi to Mario? Everyone loves that cute dinosaur! He’s my favorite too! And don’t forget about everyone’s favorite Wocky.

Marcus: Wocky?

Candy: YEAH!!! The big furry guy in Star Wars! RAWWWWWWWR

*Candy does a hilarious “impression” of Chewbacca… but it sounds more like she is just trying to gargle. Marcus holds in a chuckle.*

Marcus: Oh… Chewbacca the WOOKIE.

Candy: Yeah! Sidekicks are so awesome! Like Gabby to Xena? She saved Xena so many times, and she started out all sweet and nice like me and she became a …

*She whispered towards Marcus*

Candy: A bad-...butt…

Marcus: A bad ass?

Candy: Yeah… but I can’t say that. What about Donkey to Shrek? Even when Shrek was mean to him, Donkey was loyal and helped him. Or even better what about Sam to Frodo? He wasn’t to focus of the story but in the end he was the hero. See what I mean? Being a sidekick isn’t bad. It isn’t what people think. And I don’t wanna interrupt their team dynamos.

Marcus: Dynamics?

Candy: Yeah! They are so cool and awesome. I adore Roxi and Keira! They have been super super nice to me since the day I met them. They don’t make me feel stupid, or anything. They treat me like a real person. I know I’m not the brightest crayon in the toolbox… but they treat me like a real person. And Keira challenging me to a match means so much to me. She’s super nice, and it’s gonna be awesome to get in the ring with her. I don’t even care that I’m going in off a loss.

Marcus: You did amazing last week against Alicia.

Candy: I know. I did my best and she was better than me. I’ll get her next time. I just want this match this week to go good. Of everyone on the roster to give her a challenge, Keira chose me. And she says I’m her best friend! Which is so cool.

Marcus: See? Just a few weeks ago you were so worried that no one liked you. And now… you have not one… but 2 best friends on the roster who like you and support you. I don’t think they’d ever let you be a sidekick… because they know and I know that you are NOT second best. Keira wouldn’t have picked you out of everyone to give her a hell of a match.

Candy: But what if I don’t do good enough and they don’t let me be their sidekick.

Marcus: That won’t happen. You impress people every week, whether you win or lose. And I’m so proud of you. You are strong and powerful… confident and beautiful inside and out. I know it, the fans know it, and Team Hero know it. You are not the sidekick. You are a hero. And you prove it all the time.

Candy: I just wish we could kick Corina’s butt so we could all hang out and get fans back in the arenas. I wonder how Super Candy would handle the situation???

*The screen went wavy as it slowly focused in on Candy’s face, tilted, and deep in thought. We were now in the mind of Candy… and it was kinda scary… and sparkly… Anyways… The edges of the screen were faded a bit, showing this was a dream sequence. The scene stabilized in the lobby of the hotel that all the SCW stars were quarantined in. It was quiet, only a few employees going back and forth, when a young woman wearing a superhero costume jumped into the scene. Her hair was medium brown and down, in waves as it flowed over her shoulders. She was wearing a bright pink… and I do mean BRIGHT PINK… spandex “superhero” costume with a giant, extra sparkly and glittery “C” emblem on the front and a matching pink cape. Of course, sparkly and glittery boots to match, and a belt. She was wearing a matching face mask that covered her eyes, leaving the rest of her face visible. It is obvious that it was Candy… or was it?*

Super Candy: Hello, citizens! It is I, Super Candy! And I’m here with my trusty sidekick… The Fluffinator!

*She held her hands out to the side and on cue Fluffy runs into the scene wearing a matching cape and mask, with an “F” symbol on it instead of a “C”. Candy smiled as Fluffy, I mean, the Fluffinator, sat at her feet and barked.*

Super Candy: Today, me and The Fluffinator are going to battle the evil and mean CORINA! That mean old person who is keeping us all locked up and making us wear masks and get tested all the time. We are gonna take her down and fix everything! We just gotta find where she is hiding so we can bring her to justice! And then… everyone will be free and we will have saved the day! Are you ready, Fluffinator?

*The Fluffinator barked twice in agreement. In a VERY over the top fashion, Super Candy grabbed her cape and made it flutter as she raced off towards the front desk where she encountered a person working.*

Super Candy: Hello, working citizen. Have you seen the Evil Corina?

Worker: Uh… no?

Super Candy: Are you sure? Don’t make me use my superpower on you.

Worker: Super power?

Super Candy: Yeah! I am Super Candy and I am on a super secret mission to stop her and end the lock down. And if you don’t tell the truth, I’ll have to use my super truth power to make you tell the truth.

Worker: Uh… I think she went towards the elevators?

Super Candy: Thank you, hard working citizen! Keep up the good work! Let’s go Fluffinator!

*She made a super dramatic exit with Fluffy, erm, The Fluffinator close in tow. She heads towards the elevator and pushes the button.*

Super Candy: I think we are on the right trail, Fluffinator! And when we catch the Evil Corina and beat her, we can prove to everyone that we can be the perfect addiction to Team Hero!

*Fluffinator barked excitedly as the door to the elevator opened and they got in. When the door closed you could see that she was standing next to Marcus. She looked at him and smiled.*

Super Candy: HI MARCUS!!!

Marcus: Oh hello, random super hero. Who are you? Madam Pink? Lady Glittersparkles?

Super Candy: NO! It is I, Super Candy, and her loyal sidekick, The Fluffinator!

*She then leaned over and lifted her mask a little and whispered, excitedly*

Super Candy: It’s me! Candy!

*Marcus reacted the only way he could… pure shock! Like his mind just exploded everywhere! His wife was the pink, sparkly superhero in the elevator with him. Who knew???*

Marcus: NO WAY!!!

Super Candy: But you can’t tell anyone my secret identity. I don’t want my enemies to try to hurt you to get to me.

Marcus: No one would believe me if I tried.

*She smiled as she put the mask back down. They rode the rest of the elevator in silence. When they got to the top, the door opened and Super Candy hopped out. She turned around before the door closed*

Super Candy: Good day, random citizen that I don’t know and am certainly not married too!

*She winked at him, mouth wide open and totally over emoting. He smiled and nodded back as the door closed. As soon as it closed, an overdramatic scream was heard down the hallway. She looked at the Fluffinator and they took off towards it. They rush down the hall to see 2 people who look like Malachi and Bella Madison in trouble!*

Super Candy: Fluffinator! Execute operation Save The Besties!

*A woman dressed up as what can only be described as a rip off Catwoman comes into the scene. She has “EC” on the front of her costume, and her face is covered mostly with a mask.*

Bella: Help us, Super Candy!

Malachi: Only you can defeat the Evil Corina and save us all from her evil lockdown!

Super Candy: Fear not! Super Candy is here to save the day! I’ll use my superpower of truth!

*She then, in the most over acted thing ever seen, glared down the Evil Corina. She was exerting herself and Evil Corina was weakening*

Super Candy: Why are you locking us all up?

Evil Corina: BECAUSE I’M EVIL!!!

*Candy broke the gaze and dropped to a knee, weakened. She reached into her utility belt and had something in her hand. She stood up slowly and looked at Evil Corina. She held her clenched hand out and in a swift movement she opened her hand and blew! She blew a hand full of glitter all over Evil Corina! Evil Corina fell to the ground, weak.*

Evil Corina: Oh no! You’ve beaten me! How did you know I was weak to glitter?

Super Candy: That’s a secret! You’re done, Evil Corina! Super Candy has defeated you and will take her place on Team Hero!

*Super Candy put one foot on Evil Corina’s chest and did a super hero pose. Malachi and Bella hopped to their feet and both hugged her.*

Bella: Thank you Super Candy!

Malachi: You are my hero, Super Candy. If only I knew your secret identity so I could be your Bestie!

Super Candy: I’m everyone’s bestie. All in a hero’s day’s work, citizen!

*The screen went wavy like it did going into this sequence and faded back into reality, a close up of Candy’s face. She was dazed out and smiling. Marcus looked at her, confused and a little worried.*

Marcus: Uh… Candy?

*She snapped out of it and looked at Marcus with the biggest grin on her face*

Candy: That’s exactly how it has to go! Keira and I are going to have such a big match and it’s gonna be so much fun. But Super Candy would be the PERFECT sidekick for Team Hero.

Marcus: I’m sure they will be more than happy to team with you. They’d be lucky to have you. But not as a sidekick. You are no one’s sidekick. I told you earlier, you are a hero.

Candy: Yeah! I’m a hero! Just like Super Candy.

Marcus: Exactly like Super Candy.

Candy: Man, is it Sunday yet? I can’t wait to get in the ring with Keira. It’s gonna be so huge, and if I can win… that would be HUGE.

Marcus: Very huge. But remember, winning isn’t everything.

Candy: I know. You taught me that.

*She leaned in and kissed him on the cheek as the scene faded to black*

 Ooc: A special thank you to Bella Madison and Malachi for their permission to use them in my rp.

Scene One: “Back To Basics”

When: Tuesday afternoon, about 2pm
Where: The area set up for Candy and Christian to do hair at the hotel


*The scene fades up inside a room. It was set up like a small salon, with 2 swivel chairs set up with mirrors in front, and a sink for rinsing. Candy was working on a member of the backstage crew when the cameras caught up. She was doing a haircut on the brunette with a huge smile on her face. She put her scissors down and smiled.*

~CANDY~: Done! What do you think?

*The woman ran her hands through her hair and smiled.*

~WOMAN~: It feels great, thank you! I didn’t even know you did hair.

~CANDY~: Alot of people don’t. And when they find out, they assume I’m bad at it. No one looks at me and thinks “Hey, that girl can do hair!”. But then again people don’t always believe that I’m a good wrestler either. I guess I just don’t have that look.

~WOMAN~: But look at you. Reigning and defending SCW Bombshell Roulette Champion! You have been for over 100 days! That’s huge! And for your rookie year in SCW… it’s amazing. I’ve seen alot of people come and go in this company. You won the title literally only 2 months into your run here. That kind of thing doesn’t happen on a fluke. You just need to believe in yourself a little more, hun.

~CANDY~: You really think so?

~WOMAN~: Listen to me. You are too tightly wound right now. I know you are nervous about defending against Mercedes Vargas, right?

*Candy nodded softly*

~WOMAN~: And I know that Mercedes is a hell of a competitor. She has been in SCW for like 8 years, held an insane amount of titles, and beaten pretty much everyone. But you gotta remember something… she is beatable. She has lost before, and she will lose again. You gotta stop letting her intimidate you. You are just as talented as her.

~CANDY~: You are right. Facing her makes me REALLY nervous. She’s like a legend here and I’m just a rookie in this place. Everyone is gonna be rooting for her and… well… expecting me to lose. And that scares me so much. That I’ll let the fans down, but that everyone else is expecting it. I just don’t know how to approach this match.

~WOMAN~: Like any other match. You prepare the best you can, and you go out there and do your best. Can I give you some advice?

*Candy nodded*

~WOMAN~: You need to have a little fun. Get your mind off things. Go play a game or something. I know it’s limited, being stuck in this hotel or your house, but find something fun and go have a blast. You will feel so much better.

~CANDY~: Go have fun?

~WOMAN~: Yeah. Well, finish drying and styling my hair first, then go have fun.

*The woman chuckled and Candy smiled wide. She grabbed a brush and a blow dryer as the scene faded out.*


Scene 2: “READY OR NOT! HERE I COME!”

When: Wednesday morning, about 7AM
Where: The halls of the hotel

*The cameras flicker to life in the empty halls of the hotel where the majority of SCW superstars are being quarantined during this pandemic going on. The halls were empty, except for the occasional bellhops or hotel workers passing by. It was quiet… until…*

~CANDY~: READY OR NOT! HERE I COME!!!

*Candy’s light voice was heard echoing down the halls. The cameras pan and catch her leaning against the wall, her face buried in her arms. As she finishes her sentence, she drops her arms and begins walking down the hall, looking side to side.*

~CANDY~: Where are you?

*She turns the corner and sees an over excited Fluffy sitting there, wagging her tail and panting happily. Candy crossed her arms and looks down at the miniature pup.*

~CANDY~: Fluffy! You are supposed to hide! It was my turn to find you.

*Fluffy tilted her head and wagged her tail even faster*

~CANDY~: How am I supposed to have fun and unwind before my match with Mercedes if you don’t hide for me to seek?

*Fluffy growled a little bit*

~CANDY~: Don’t you take that tone of growl with me!

*Fluffy laid down and placed her head between her front paws. Candy felt bad and sat down beside her*

~CANDY~: I’m sorry, Fluff. I’m just soooooo nervous about this match. I mean, I know I have no reason to be nervous. Win or lose I am still gonna have friends who like me, and I’m still gonna be seen as a serious competitor. But… I mean this isn’t just another match. This is Mercedes Vargas! Like, one of the bestest wrestlers in SCW! I know that no one will blame me if I lose, and no one will hate me or be mad at me. But what if I don’t put on the best match with her? I feel like this is a test. Like they are testing how well I do under pressure. I mean… that makes sense, right?

*Fluffy, sensing Candy’s emotions, jumped into her arms and licked her cheek*

~CANDY~: They want to see how I do against one of the best. I’ve had an amazing debut. I won a title within 2 months of starting. And I've held it for like 4 months. I’ve beaten every challenger they threw at me, and I got to the semi finals of the Blast From the Past tournament with a partner I had never even met. I mean, that’s impressive right?

*Fluffy barked, excitedly*

~CANDY~: But I’m still seen to many people here as “the silly super happy new girl with the super duper cute dog”. And I want people to see me as more than that. Which is why I have to give Mercedes the bestest match ever! And to do that, I gotta calm my nerves down. And to do THAT I gotta play hide and seek and have some fun! So… I’m gonna go hide, and you are gonna find me! Ok?

*Fluffy jumped down and spun in circles. She then buried her head in her paws and when she did that, Candy got up and took off down the hall. She turns a corner and is almost hit by the door opening. In the door frame stood Bella Madison with a coffee in hand. She had heard the commotion of Candy giggling in the hall and wanted to see what was going on. She opened the door just in time to see Candy run past giggling, and Fluffy barking as she chased behind Candy. Bella blinked a few times and looked at her coffee.*

~BELLA MADISON~: I… am gonna need something stronger than this… a lot stronger…

*The camera stopped following Candy and focused in on Bella. She stood there for a moment when Malachi’s voice was heard coming from inside the room.*

~MALACHI~: CLOSE THE DOOR! LOCK IT! DEADBOLT IT! TURN OFF THE LIGHTS! SHE WILL KNOW WE ARE HERE AND SHE WILL FIND ME.

*Bella turned around and looked at him.*

~MALACHI~: Ever since the day that I gave her a hug because of her sister… she has been extra obsessed with making me her best friend again. I just can’t take it…

~BELLA MADISON~: Better you than me…

*He reached out and grabbed her by the arm and pulled her back into the room, slamming the door. He then rushed to the door and locked it quickly*

~BELLA MADISON~: Oh come on… aren’t you overreacting?

~MALACHI~: You know her. I wouldn’t put anything past that woman.

~BELLA MADISON~: If you say so. I’m gonna go take a shower. It’s too early for this shit

*She planted a kiss on her fiance and walked off. He stood there, staring at the door. Suddenly, he feels a tap on the shoulder and he turns around.*

~MALACHI~: I’ll be right… AHHHHHH!!!!!!!

*He let out a loud scream as the camera turned, showing that the person who tapped him on the shoulder was NOT Bella, as he suspected. Oh no, it was Candy. She stood there with this huge, almost eerie, grin on her face.*

~CANDY~: FOUND YOU!!!

*Malachi looked a little freaked out.*

~MALACHI~: How did you get in here?

~CANDY~: Don’t worry about it. I’m playing hide and seek. Wanna play?

~MALACHI~: No… not really…

~CANDY~: Too bad! I’m gonna be it, and I’m gonna count to 10 then come find you ok? I’m trying to have some fun and get ready for my match. So you are gonna play hide and seek with me… right… bestie?

~MALACHI~: No.

~CANDY~: Well, if you don’t wanna play I can just stay here and we can have breakfast together and talk and play board games and then watch some tv and then we can talk about my match and you can tell me about your childhood and then…

*She paused to take a deep breath before continuing.*

~MALACHI~: NO…

~CANDY~: Hide and seek it is!

*She covered her eyes and starts counting.*

~CANDY~: ONE!!! TWO!!!

*Malachi realized she meant business and took off out of the room. He ran off to get away from her so fast that he actually dropped his wallet. She kept counting until she hit 10.*

~CANDY~: NINE! TEN! READY OR NOT! HERE I COME!!!

*She uncovered her eyes and saw that Malachi was gone. She smiled as she looked down and saw his wallet. She picked it up and put it in her pocket to give it back to him later. She left the hotel room and started looking around down the hall. She saw a hotel maid at a cart in the hall and walked up to her.*

~CANDY~: Have you seen Malachi?

~HOTEL MAID~: I… don’t think so.

~CANDY~: Dang! We are playing hide and go seek and I’m the seeker. I’m trying to find him.

~HOTEL MAID~: Wouldn’t asking for help be cheating?

~CANDY~: O...M...G… I didn’t think of that! That’s so bad of me. I’m not a cheater. I don’t cheat at games, or matches, or anything.

~HOTEL MAID~: I thought you looked familiar. You are one of those wrestlers that has taken over the hotel, right?

~CANDY~: Yeah. I’m Candy.

~HOTEL MAID~: I knew I recognized you. My daughter adores you. Do you think I can take a picture with you? She won’t believe that I got to meet you.

~CANDY~: Of course!

*The maid took out her phone and they took a selfie together.*

~HOTEL MAID~: I hope I’m not interrupting anything important.

~CANDY~: Oh no, I got a match coming up with Mercedes Vargas and I’m really nervous. So I’m playing a game to have some fun and get my nerves under control

~HOTEL MAID~: That’s a great idea. My daughter was talking about you defending your title and I just want to wish you good luck. My daughter absolutely loves you. Win or lose, she absolutely loves watching you go out there every week. You really do prove to her, and all little girls, that you don’t have to be mean and nasty to get ahead in the business, or in life. I respect that.

~CANDY~: Thank you! I’d love to stay and chat… but Malachi got a super large head start and I gotta go find him.

~HOTEL MAID~: Oh… ok… good luck!

*Candy grinned and took off down the hall. The cameras cut and opened back up in the lobby of the hotel. Sitting in a chair, reading a magazine, was Candy’s husband, Marcus Cage. He was just relaxing in the lobby when he heard a PSSSST come from behind him. He looks behind him to see Malachi hiding in a large plant.*

~MARCUS CAGE~: Malachi? What are you doing?

~MALACHI~: Have you seen your wife?

*Marcus then began to chuckle as he looked at the frantic Malachi in the plant*

~MARCUS CAGE~: She got you playing hide and go seek?

~MALACHI~: YES! I didn’t want to but she popped up in my hotel room after I shut the door. I don’t even know HOW it happened.

~MARCUS CAGE~: Yeah… she does that…

~MALACHI~: ITS CREEPY! Now she is trying to find me and I am just running around trying to stay ahead of her.

~MARCUS CAGE~: Well you better hide quickly, I can hear her coming…

*Malachi dropped out of sight and Marcus turned back around, going back to his magazine. Candy then came skipping up to him, Fluffy in tow.*

~CANDY~: Marcus? Have you seen Malachi?

~MARCUS CAGE~: Why are you looking for him?

~CANDY~: We are playing hide and go seek… and he has been hiding for like… an hour. And I can’t find him. He might be the hide and seek champion of the world!

~MARCUS CAGE~: Oh… well you do know that asking me for my help would be cheating… right?

~CANDY~: D’OH! THAT’S RIGHT! That’s what the maid told me when I started. UGH! I am never gonna find him.

~MARCUS CAGE~: I have a feeling he is closer than you think. Did you check near the pool?

~CANDY~: THE POOL! YOU ARE A GENIUS!!!

*She kissed Marcus on the cheek and looked down at Fluffy.*

~CANDY~: LET’S GO!

*She and Fluffy took off. Once out of sight, Marcus turned back to Malachi.*

~MARCUS CAGE~: You got about… 5 minutes. You might be able to make it to the elevator.

~MALACHI~: THANK YOU! I don’t know why she chose me out of everyone… but it’s just…

~MARCUS CAGE~: She likes you and Bella. I think it’s sweet. She doesn’t know too many people here, and she knows Bella. So she latched on to you guys.

~MALACHI~: But she is driving me insane… She’s nuts!

~MARCUS CAGE~: She is a person who takes everything to an extra level. Can I give you a little advice?

~MALACHI~: Please?

~MARCUS CAGE~: You wanna know why she isn’t playing hide and seek with me right now?

*Malachi looks like something just clicked.*

~MALACHI~: Yeah…

~MARCUS CAGE~: Because she already found me. See… I hid under the bed with my feet sticking out. She thinks I am just a bad hider.

~MALACHI~: So…

~MARCUS CAGE~: So let her find you. Then you will be “it”. And she will go and hide. That will buy you a few hours at least.

~MALACHI~: Why are you telling me this?

~MARCUS CAGE~: Because… whatever takes her mind off whatever is bothering her… I’m all for. Now… you probably have about 2 minutes left. You still might make it to the elevators.

~MALACHI~: Thanks!

*Malachi took off through the lobby towards the elevator. As soon as the doors shut, Candy comes running back in the picture looking annoyed. She ran up to Marcus and sat in the chair next to him.*

~MARCUS CAGE~: Did you find him?

~CANDY~: No! He’s is a really good hider! This is so much fun!!!

~MARCUS CAGE~: I’m glad you are having fun. Do you feel better?

~CANDY~: A little bit.

~MARCUS CAGE~: You still nervous about your match?

~CANDY~: Yeah.

~MARCUS CAGE~: What’s this about, Candy? You NEVER get nervous like this about your match. Is it because of how big of a match it is?

~CANDY~: Kinda… It’s a really big match.

~MARCUS CAGE~: Yes, it is a big match. But you have been in bigger matches with more on the line, and you have never been this nervous. Is this about your sister?

~CANDY~: A little bit. I was so scared. What if her brain is broken and she gets hurt again.

~MARCUS CAGE~: They gave her medicine for her seizures, so it shouldn’t happen again. She is recovering fine at home with us. You know she doesn’t care if you win or lose, she cares about you going out there and having fun. Just like me.

~CANDY~: I know but I don’t know how to handle something like this… nothing like this has ever happened to me. This whole last year has been so weird. With the fight with my parents, and then my sister, and now the quarantine…

~MARCUS CAGE~: I know, it’s a lot for you to take in. But you can’t take that into the ring with you. Remember what I taught you?

~CANDY~: Leave your troubles backstage?

~MARCUS CAGE~: Exactly. I know the stuff with your parents and your sister have been really hard on you. But you are so strong, to still go out there every week and put on the best show possible. It doesn’t matter if it’s the biggest and best name in the company, or if it’s some no name local talent, you always do your best.

~CANDY~: I try.

~MARCUS CAGE~: And that’s all anyone can ever ask.

*He reached out and held her hands in his.*

~MARCUS CAGE~: So you need to take these nerves.... The jitters… and push them aside. Go out to that ring and do what you do best. Defend that title! I mean, come on, you’ve held that title for over 100 days. I was looking over those stats sheets they send out before each show, and frankly, you got the momentum over her.

~CANDY~: I do?

~MARCUS CAGE~: Yeah, you do. They said that you were 6-2 so far this year.

~CANDY~: You mean I have won 6 matches and only lost 2 this year?

~MARCUS CAGE~: That’s right. Mercedes is 1-4 for the year. You know what that tells me?

~CANDY~: That I have more wins than her?

~MARCUS CAGE~: More wins, less losses, and more matches all together.. She may hold a ton of records over her long tenure in the SCW… but not so much recently.

~CANDY~: So… I can win?

~MARCUS CAGE~: Of course you can win! You just gotta remember that no matter what, as long as you try your best, you can be proud.

~CANDY~: That’s so neat, Marcus. I didn’t know any of that stuff. I’m really on a roll!

~MARCUS CAGE~: You truly are.

~CANDY~: And I can win this! I can beat Mercedes Vargas! What an upset that would be, right?

~MARCUS CAGE~: That it would be.

~CANDY~: I know I asked for a title defense this week, but I wasn’t expecting them to give me Mercedes. She is like a legend in this place, and I got really nervous. But I feel alot better now.

~MARCUS CAGE~: Good. You know what to do out there. Follow your instincts.

~CANDY~: I will! I will do my absolute bestest. If they are testing me, I’m gonna show em just how good I am! I’m gonna beat her. I’m gonna win.

~MARCUS CAGE~: Hell yeah you are!

~CANDY~: I’m gonna prove to everyone that I can rise to the occasion. That I can stand toe to toe with the best of the best, and hold my own! I’m actually really excited for this match now.

~MARCUS CAGE~: No more nerves?

~CANDY~: No more nerves! I’m totally ready for this. Ready to show everyone what I’m made of.

~MARCUS CAGE~: That’s what I like to hear!

~CANDY~: I let all the hype and numbers get in my head and make me scared.

~MARCUS CAGE~: Of course her numbers are impressive. If you had been in the company as long as she had, your numbers would be high too.

~CANDY~: Right! I don’t know much about her, who she is, how she acts, or anything like that. I haven’t met her. But I did read up about her a little bit. Did you know she has been in almost 60 title matches! That’s more matches than I have been in in the last 7 or 8 years.

~MARCUS CAGE~: Because you retired for several years, and then had that incident in another company where they “forgot” you were even on the roster.

~CANDY~: That was mean. But you are right. I can’t keep focusing on the numbers like everyone else does. You know what these numbers don’t tell you? They don’t tell you who some one is. They don’t tell you if they are a nice person or a meanie doo doo head. They don’t tell you what someone believes in, They don't tell you what a person likes or dislikes. All it tells you is how many times they have been in the ring. And that doesn’t really matter at this point.

~MARCUS CAGE~: That’s exactly right. You can go on and on about how many title matches you have had, or how many matches you have won, or even how many title reigns you have or hall of fame rings… at the end of the day, they are just numbers.

~CANDY~: Exactly! I’m so glad you understand me, Marcus. And I’m so happy that you know just how to help me prepare for every match.

~MARCUS CAGE~: The perks of having a wrestling legend of your own as your husband.

~CANDY~: Sure is!

~MARCUS CAGE~: I tell ya what, when you are done here for the day, we can go home, have some dinner, and then we can hit that practice ring in the garage for a few hours. How does that sound?

~CANDY~: That sounds perfect. Maybe you can teach me a new move?

~MARCUS CAGE~: Maybe. We will see how things go. I just want to make sure that you are confident when you hit that ring. You know how much of a difference a little bit of confidence can make.

~CANDY~: I know I know… it can be the difference between a good match and a great match!

~MARCUS CAGE~: Exactly. So what are you gonna do when you go out there for your match on Sunday?

~CANDY~: I’m gonna be confident… and I’m gonna give Mercedes one heck of a good match! And I’m gonna win, and I’m gonna keep my belt, and I’m gonna go on to Into The Void IX and defend against Violet! I’m not gonna let Mercedes intimidate me, and I’m not gonna be scared or nervous. I’m gonna show everyone why I am the Bombshell Roulette Champion, and I’m gonna show everyone on the roster and on staff just how good I am in that ring!

~MARCUS CAGE~: That is exactly what I want to hear.

*She smiled at Marcus*

~CANDY~: Now that I’m all hyped up… I may have had a few Pixie Sticks when I went to check the pool… I gotta go find Malachi! I still have his wallet!

*She took the wallet out of her pocket and held it down towards Fluffy*

~CANDY~: Can you get his scent, girl?

*Fluffy sniffed the wallet and barked, running off. Candy giggled as she chased after Fluffy. The camera cut back to Marcus, who smiled as he went back to reading his magazine and the scene 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

 Scene One: I didn't mean it

Location: Backstage at the FIU Ocean Bank Arena in Miami, Florida.
Time: Mere moments after she and Chris Crippler lost to Bella Madison and "Not Akuma" aka Malachi.

*The cameras sparked to life in the back of the arena. Candy was seen sitting in the hall on one of the trainers stretchers. She was being checked out by the trainers, as is standard after a match. The look on her face was heartbreaking. She was holding back tears. Marcus came around the corner with Fluffy in his arms. Fluffy jumped out of his arms and onto her lap, and began to lick her cheek. She hugged the pup tightly as she looked to Marcus, who looked extremely angry.*

MARCUS CAGE: Where is he? I swear to god I will kill him.

*She spoke softly*

CANDY: Who?

MARCUS CAGE: That asshole that just stood out there and blamed his own failure on YOU! HE lost the match. It wasn't our fault, yet he wanted to yell at MY WIFE and disrepect her like that?

*A tear rolled down her cheek as she reached out and grabbed his arm gently.*

CANDY: Maybe it was my fault? I tried to get in the ring becuase Not-Akuma was saying some mean stuff. And when the referee tried to get me out of the ring, it gave Bella a chance to help him and then when he saw the pin I didn't do anything to stop it. So maybe it was my fault and I deserved to be yelled at.

*He looked at her, and his anger faded a few levels. He crouched down in front of her and looked right in her eyes.*

MARCUS CAGE: Don't you think that. Don't you EVER think that. You don't deserve that. Ever. He was a jerk to you. He failed and was trying to place the blame on you.

CANDY: But... what if it WAS my fault? I'm a HORRIBLE tag team wrestler.

*A tear fell down her cheek. He wiped it away and gently placed his hand on her cheek.*

MARCUS CAGE: You are the best tag team partner a person could ask for. It's not your fault that he couldn't uphold his end.

*She sniffled a little bit when a voice was heard behind them. Marcus stood up and turned around, to see that Bella Madison was standing there.*

BELLA MADISON: Great job out there, Candy.

CANDY: Not really... but thank you.

BELLA MADISON: No, really. You always amaze me in that ring. That's part of why I was looking forward to this match so much. As I would travel with mom back in the PWS days, I loved to watch your matches. I always looked up to you.

CANDY: You looked up to me?

BELLA MADISON: Oh hell yeah! You have a spirit and fire in that ring that not many have. Your positivty has inspired me many times. I hope we get to do battle one on one some day. Talk about a dream match.

*Candy smiled for the first time since the match*

CANDY: I always thought the same about you watching you train. You have all the skill and passion of your mom, stepdad, aunt... I have also always wanted to wrestle you one on one.

BELLA MADISON: Who knows... we may get our wish. Don't let that dickhead out there make you think otherwise. I'll gladly whoop his ass again.

*Candy chuckled.*

BELLA MADISON: Anyways, just wanted to make sure you were ok after how he treated you. Catch ya later, Candy.

CANDY: Thank you! Bye Bella! And tell Not-Akuma I said congradulations on you guys win tonight.

*Bella smirked a little and shook her head slightly, with a slight chuckle.*

BELLA MADISON: I'll tell him.

*Bella then walked off and Marcus and Candy focused back on each other as the scene faded to black*


Scene 2: My Challenger? <3

Location: Port Charlotte, Florida - Charlotte Sports Park - backstage
When: Climax Control - 259, 26th January 2020

*The cameras catch up in the back during Climax Control 259. Candy was in her locker room watching the show through the live feed. She was watching Jake Raab's promo where he talked about Candy and how he wanted to team up with her. Marcus sat at her side, watching closely.*

MARCUS CAGE: I don't like this guy.

CANDY: Why? He seems really nice. AND he really wants to team up with me.

MARCUS CAGE: I just don't trust him.

CANDY: Oh.

MARCUS CAGE: The guy rambled on about how he has never won a tag match, and then finds the most successful bombshell on the roster and tries to leech off her success, hoping she will lead him to some victories and even a title. And of course he picks you, some one new who doesn't know him. He could have a bad rep around here and we wouldn't know. We mostly keep to ourselves.

CANDY: I didn't think of that. I just thought he liked my work in the ring and thought we would make a good team.

MARCUS CAGE: I wish it was as innocent as that. But,if you do decide you want to team up with him, I won't stop you. But I will be watching his every move very closely.

CANDY: But he even said that last week's tag match loss wasn't my fault and that Chris "poopyhead" Crippler shouldn't have yelled at me.

MARCUS CAGE: I still don't trust him.

*They watched as Jake's promo ended and an advertisement popped up for My Bloody Valentine III. As soon as Candy's name popped up, she gripped Marcus's hand an squeezed, nervous and excited to see who her opponent would be. Then the name flashed across the screen...

BELLA MADISON

...Candy let out a squeel of excitement.*

CANDY: YES!!!!

MARCUS CAGE: Bella is your opponent? That's not really a surprise.

CANDY: I hoped it would be her!!! After their tag team win last week, she deserves it. Just because she was one of them I beat for my shot doesn't mean SHE doesn't deserve a shot. I'm so excited to finally get a chance to have a one on one match with her.

MARCUS CAGE: It will be a good one, that's for sure. She's not going to take it easy on you.

CANDY: I'd hope not!!! That's not very nice. She's not like that.

MARCUS CAGE: I don't know her as well as you do, but she doesn't seem the type to take it easy on some one.

CANDY: That's ok! What kind of champion wants EASY defenses?

*Marcus grinned*

MARCUS CAGE: One of the many reasons I love you.

*He kissed her on the forehead as they continue to watch the show.*


Scene 3: WAKEY WAKEY!

Location: Candy's Hotel Room, Orlando Florida
When: Thursday morning, 1/30/2020, at about 7am.

*The scene opens up to a bright eyed and bushy tailed Candy sitting with her legs tucked up under her on the edge of the bed in the hotel room she and Marcus share. Marcus wasn't there, he was taking Fluffy out to go potty. She looked at her phone and dialed a number and waited with it on speaker phone.*

RING RING RING

*The phone rang several times, but no answer, until...*

VOICE: The wireless customer you are trying to reach is not available. Please leave a message after the tone.

BEEP

*Candy looked a little confused as she spoke into the phone.*

CANDY: Bella! It's me! Candy! You're tag team partner for the week. I hope you didn't forget! Anyways um... call me back! BYE!!!

*She hit the hang up button and looked at her phone. She reached down and dialed again. It once more went to the voicemail message.*

CANDY: HI BELLA! ITS ME AGAIN! Um... Just wanted to see if you wanted to hit the gym with me to prepare for our match against Jesse and Same. Call me back!

*This goes on and on a few times. She dials the number, it rings, voicemail picks up, she leaves a message and hangs up. Until the one time...*

VOICE: The wireless customer you are trying to reach has a voicemail box that is full. Please try again later.

*The phone hangs up and Candy looks confused. She lets out a little sigh before grinning ear to ear. She dials another phone number and waits.*

RING RING RING

RING RING RI...

*A voice answered that was extremely tired sounding, and even a little confused.*

VOICE: Hello???

CANDY: HI LAURA!!!

VOICE: Candy?

*The voice on the other end of the line was none other than Laura Phoenix, the mother of Bella Madison. Candy smiled wide*

CANDY: HOW'D YA GUESS???

LAURA PHOENIX: Uh... lucky guess?

CANDY: WOW! You are so lucky. You should play the lottery.

LAURA PHOENIX: What do you want, Candy? You do realize that it's... 7:30 in the morning?

CANDY: Yeah! Isn't everyone awake at this time?

LAURA PHOENIX: No...

CANDY: Oh... I'm sorry...

LAURA PHOENIX: What's going on? Is everything ok?

CANDY: I cant get ahold of Bella. She isn't answering her phone, and I'm really worried.

LAURA PHOENIX: She's probably still asleep. That girl could sleep through the end of the world. Did you leave her a voicemail?

CANDY: Yeah... like a bazillion and a half!

LAURA PHOENIX: Is it an emergency? Is someone dead? Did some one get hurt?

CANDY: No... I just wanted to talk to her. I mean we are teaming up this week.

LAURA PHOENIX: I know, she told me.

CANDY: I'm not sure if I have the right number tho... maybe some robot took over her voicemail.

LAURA PHOENIX: Wh...what?

CANDY: A robot told me to leave a message.

LAURA PHOENIX: Her voicemail is her. I think you dialed the wrong number. Check the phone number.

*Candy paused and looked at her phone then started to giggle.*

CANDY: O...M...G!!! Silly me! I had my phone upside down and I was mixing up 6 and 9!

*A small thud was heard over the phone. One can only assume that it was the sound of Laura facepalming through the phone.*

LAURA PHOENIX: Turn your phone over and try again. I'm going back to bed.

CANDY: Thanks Laura!!! BYE!!!

*Laura hung up the phone and Candy grinned. She looked at her phone and flipped it around. Then, her stomach growled really loudly.*

CANDY: Uh oh... I better go eat breakfast before I call Bella.

*She hopped up and went into the kitchen and grabbed an orange. She peeled it and put the slices on a plate. She then went back to her phone and sat down again. She ate a piece of the orange as she dialed the number... correctly this time... and waited... The scene faded to black.*


Scene 4: Frenemies???

Location: Orlando, Florida - Addition Financial Arena - Backstage
When: A few hours before Climax Control - 260, 2nd February 2020, about 2PM.


*The scene fades in with Candy standing in the back with Pussy Willow, who was holding a mic.*

PUSSY WILLOW: Hello SCW fans! I am standing here with SCW Bombshell Roulette Champion, Candy.

*Candy held the title over her shoulder, proudly.*

PUSSY WILLOW: Now, Candy, this is the first time you have been seen on SCW TV since you lost your tag match 2 weeks ago. Why is that?

CANDY: Well, my mommy always told me that if you don't have anything nice to say, you shouldn't say anything at all. But...

*She looked around and leaned in towards the mic*

CANDY: My mommy's not here... and Chris Chrippler is a poopyhead and a jerk!

PUSSY WILLOW: A... what? Did you just call him a "poopyhead" and a "jerk"

CANDY: YEAH! He yelled at me because he got pinned.

PUSSY WILLOW: Well, the fanboards have been in a heated debate about wether or not you could have prevented that pinfall.

CANDY: Honestly? I don't think I could have. I've reviewed the tape and I had my back turned when he started the count, by time i got turned around and headed into the ring... it was too late.

PUSSY WILLOW: That's one arguement.

CANDY: Look, you don't know me, ok? I would NEVER just stand there and let my tag team partner lose the match on purpose! Like, why would I do that? That's mean!!! But Marcus said that he was just mad that he wasn't really a man... which doesn't make any sense... but I'm not mad at him anymore.

PUSSY WILLOW: That's good. Now, you go into another tag match this week where you team up with an old friend of yours, Bella Madison. Are you excited about that?

CANDY: YES!!! I love Bella. She is so sweet, and has amazing hair! Ever since she started training, I was hoping that I would get a chance to have a match against her. And I love that we are tag team partners.

PUSSY WILLOW: Well, she is the number one contender for your title. Does that worry you that she may turn on you during this match?

*Candy almost looked offended*

CANDY: NEVER!!! Bella is my friend and would never do that! That's not nice. I trust Bella 2 million percent!

PUSSY WILLOW: That's an awful lot of trust

CANDY: That's how much I trust her!

PUSSY WILLOW: Don't you think that's a little... naive?

*Candy looked confused. Pusy shook her head and moved forward.*

PUSSY WILLOW: Anyways. You guys face the team of Jessie Salco and Sam Marlowe. You are familiar with Sam in the ring, as she was the person you beat to win that title. do you think that gives you an advantage?

CANDY: Maybe. I liked wrestling against Sam. She is talented in the ring, and I hope to get a chance to face her again at some point. But on the Supercard I beat her and took the title. Maybe she will be mad at me and want to get revenge? But I don't think it really gives us an advantage.

PUSSY WILLOW: Jessie Salco was quoted earlier today making a few comments about this match. She said that she and Sam have the advantage of experience over you guys, as they are long term veterans and you guys are in your rookie years, and that you guys should talk when you have more title reigns...

*Candy looked confused, squinting her eyes and tilted her head*

CANDY: I'm... not a rookie... I've won 2 Queen of the Ring tournaments... a bunch of Women's Titles in other places. At least 3 other places before here. Yes, it's true I have taken a few years off here and there... but I don't have any more ring dust on me. I've been wrestling for such a long time... Why would she say I am a rookie?

PUSSY WILLOW: I think she was referencing you are still new to SCW.

CANDY: Oh... I guess that makes sense. But ya know that means? That she doesn't know much about me. Which is gonna bite her in the butt.

PUSSY WILLOW: Said said that you were still finding your feet here.

CANDY: Why do I have to find my feet? I know right where they are! At the end of my legs where they have ALWAYS been!  See, I can point to them with my eyes closed!

*Candy closed her eyes and pointed down at her feet. She then opened one eye a little bit to peek and make sure she pointed the right way. She smiled and opened her eyes again.*

CANDY: SEE???

PUSSY WILLOW: That's... not... oh nevermind. Do you have anything else you'd like to say to your opponents?

CANDY: Just good luck! Cuz me and Bella are gonna show just how good we are. It's gonna be a great match tonight! Don't miss it!!!

*Candy blew a kiss to the camera as it faded to black*

 *SCENE ONE* "A Christmas Miracle?"

Date: 12/15/2019, about 5 minutes after Candy v Sam Marlowe concluded
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada - backstage Gold Coast Casino


~*The scene fades in backstage at December to Dismember IV, mere moments after Candy was defeated at the hands of the reigning SCW Bombshell Roulette champion, Samantha Marlowe. She was in the back, sitting on a trunk, being checked on by medical personnel. She had an icepack on the back of her neck, and a sad look on her face. Her husband, Marcus Cage, was by her side holding her hand.*~

MARCUS: You were amazing out there, Candy.

CANDY: But not good enough. I almost had it. I was just ONE turnbuckle away from winning my first title in FOREVER. And she pulled me back and stole it from me.

~*She looked down at the floor, a pout on her face. Marcus kneeled down in front of her.*~

MARCUS: You know what I did and didn't see out there? I didn't see any failure. I saw an amazing an talented woman go out there and entertain the crowd in one of the best matches I've ever seen. Trust me... this is only the beginning. What we will do now is take the holiday break, enjoy our first Christmas and New Years as husband and wife, and we will figure out what's next after that. Ok?

~*She smiled softly at him and nodded in agreement. He stood up and kissed her forehead as a stagehand came around the corner.*~

STAGEHAND: Miss Candy?

CANDY: That's me.

STAGEHAND: I was sent to deliver a message. They want to see you in their office.

CANDY: Who does?

STAGEHAND: Management.

CANDY: Ok, I'll be right there.

~*She looks to the medical team who nods, giving her the all clear. She hopped down and handed the ice pack back to them and looked at Marcus. The two walk off down the hall, following the stagehand. When they get where they are needed to go, Marcus stands out in the hallway while Candy enters the room. About 10 minutes pass before she re-emerges. But instead of the sad pout of the woman who just lost a title match, she had a huge grin on her face. Marcus looked at her, confused.*~

MARCUS: So... What was that all about?

CANDY: Can you keep a secret?

MARCUS: Of course. You can trust me.

~*She beamed as she leaned in and whispered towars him*~

CANDY: I'm getting a rematch!

MARCUS: WHAT?

CANDY: Yeah!!!

~*She squeeled and jumped up and down, clapping her hands in excitement.*~

CANDY: They said that our match was one of the best they have seen, and they were REALLY impressed with me! They are saying that I gave Sam "one of, if not the biggest, challenge of her current title reign"! And they can't wait to see us face off again!!!

MARCUS: That's great news, Candy! I told you I didn't see a failure out there at all.

CANDY: I know. I should listen to you more often.

MARCUS: Of course you should.

~*He threw a playful look her direction. She was absolutely glowing, so happy that she had forgotten how bad she felt after losing. She was only looking forward now.*~

MARCUS: Now, when is this rematch going to take place?

CANDY: On the first show back after the break. And I didn't even tell you the bestest part yet.

~*She was straight up squirming with excitement before she blurted out*~

CANDY: ITS GONNA BE THE MAIN EVENT!!!!

~*As soon as she blurted it out, she covered her mouth.*~

MARCUS: Shhhh... but that's amazing Candy. I'm so proud of you. I can't wait to see you dethrone her next year. 2020 is going to be the SWEETEST year ever.

CANDY: Becuase I'm Candy and I'm super sweet!

MARCUS: Exactly. Now, let's go home and celebrate.

CANDY: CAN WE BAKE SOME COOKIES???

MARCUS: Whatever you wanna do.

~*He put his arm around her and the two headed off down the hall as the scene faded to black*~


*Scene 2* "WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS..."

Date: Christmas Day 2019, roughly 7 AM
Location: The home of Marcus Cage and Candy

~*The camera sparks to life in the winter wonderland that is the living room of one Marcus Cage and Candy. The presents were all open, gift wrap everywhere. Marcus sat in the middle of the floor wearing pajama pants and a plain tshirt. Candy sat near him wearing her santa clause zip up onsie pajamas. In the chair, curled up with a cup of coffee, was her sister Kat. Candy looked absolutely giddy as she looked around the messy living room at all the gifts and smiles. Even Fluffy got a piece of the action, happily curled up in front of the fire place chewing on her new chew toy.*~

CANDY: BEST CHRISTMAS EVER!!! I've got the best doggie in the world... the best sister in the world... and the best husband in the world. I've got everything. I love you guys.

KAT: I love you too, sis. I'm so glad I got to spend the holiday with you. It's been way too long.

CANDY: Well, you have always been super busy with your super duper important work!  I mean you play with ROCKETS all day long! I just...

~*She looked sad for a moment*~

MARCUS: What's wrong?

CANDY: I just wish mom and dad were here.

KAT: I don't.

CANDY: What? Why?

KAT: You don't remember Christmas growing up very well, do you?

CANDY: I... guess not?

KAT: Almost every year there was some emergency. Mom had to rush off to help some bigwig client at the firm. Dad had to go save some one's life and perform some miraculous brain surgery you would expect to see featured on an episode of Grey's Anatomy. We spent a lot of Christmas's just the two of us. And that's exactly how I want to keep it.

CANDY: I... I forgot all of that.

KAT: Yeah, you probably blocked out a bunch of stuff and that's why you wanted to be close to mom and dad so much. But let me tell ya, you are better off without them. I'm proud of everything you have done, Candy. I have watched every match you've ever had. It's you and me against the world, and I wouldn't have it any other way.

~*Candy smiled and blew a kiss to her sister, who smiled back at her. Marcus got to his feet.*~

MARCUS: Not to break up this beautiful moment... but there is one more gift that I have been dying to give to you for days... ever since December 2 Dismember...

~*He walked into the other room and grabbed a small box, a little bigger than a shoe box, that was wrapped in pink glittery gift wrap with a big shiny pink bow on top. Just Candy's style! She gets all excited when she sees the box. He brings it over to her and hands it to her.*~

MARCUS: I know it's not as good as the real thing... but you have earned this a million times over in my eyes.

~*She looked a little confused as she ripped the bow off the box, and then the gift wrap. She opened the box and her eyes lit up. She pulled out of the box an exact replica of the SCW Bombshell Roulette Title. She dropped the box and hugged the belt.*~

MARCUS: That's an exact replica, down to every detail. The only difference is it's not the OFFICIAL belt. But you will always be the champion in my eyes. Win or lose. And who knows, maybe after the first of the year you will have the real deal to carry around.

CANDY: I LOVE IT!!! ITS SO PERFECT! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOUUUUUU!!!!!

~*She jumped up and hugged Marcus tight. A smile was plastered over his face seeing how happy this made her. Kat, however, looked a little confused.*~

KAT: Not to burst any bubbles or anything... but in places like this doesn't losing a title match generally drop you to the bottom of the list for another shot? I mean, I'm not really from this world but that is what I've seen...

MARCUS: Candy... Kat doesn't know.

KAT: Know what?

CANDY: Ok I'll tell you but you CANT SAY ANYTHING just yet....

KAT: Cross my heart!

CANDY: I'm getting a rematch in the main event of the first show next year!

KAT: That's AMAZING!!! How did ya manage that one?

CANDY: Well, after the match they pulled us both into the office and told us!

MARCUS: They were so impressed with her showing, and Sam pulled - while being a genius move for her- she pulled a quick sneaky move at the end for the win.

KAT: Right... when she followed Candy corner to corner, then just before she could hit the 6th corner, pulled her out of hte way and hit it herself.  You are right, it was a brilliant move for her. But quite sneaky.

CANDY: They were so happy with the match, and how I almost won, that they want to see us fight again and they are making it the Main Event!!! I haven't been in a main event in... YEARS!!!

KAT: That's really amazing, Candy. I wish I could be there in the front row to cheer you on, but I gotta get heading home tonight, I have to go back to work tomorrow.

CANDY: That's ok! Just watch it on Climax Control and root for me from there, ok?

KAT: You got it. I will cheer so loud when you win that you'll hear me all the way in... where you gonna be, by the way?

CANDY: Georgia!

KAT: You will hear me all the way out there, I promise.

~*Candy was simply glowing with happiness at this moment. Despite her shortcoming on December 2 Dismember, she is more determined than ever to win on Climax Control. She believed in her, Kat believed in her, and Marcus believed in her. And that was all she needed. She sat back down on the floor and looked at the replica belt as it sat in her lap, sending the camera to black.*~


*Scene 3* "...AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!"

Date: New Years Eve, roughly 10 minutes to midnight
Location: A friend's New Years party


~*The cameras fade up inside a residence in San Diego. The home belonged to a dear friend of Candy, and current co-worker of her husband in the company he helps run, Eddie Lopez. The home is huge, and all decked out for a party. There was a bar, snacks everywhere - chips and dips, crackers and cheese, pigs in a blanket - all that good stuff. There was an open bar, with a bartender helping anyone who wants a drink. Almost everyone around them, the 10 or so close friends who were there, were a bit on the drunk side. The camera pans around the room, and you see a variety of people. At the bar was a feisty redhead ordering a drink while a tall skinny man in a suit with fabulous hair stood beside her, there was an older man holding a beer talking to a woman with insanely bright blue hair, sitting on the couch enjoying a glass of champagne was a young woman with brown hair, and in the corner was a woman with long brown hair talking to a short man wearing a sweatervest and bowtie. Everyone seemed to be having a good time. As the camera panned, you could see that the clock showed it was about 11:50 PM. Almost midnight and time to ring in the new year! Candy stood next to Marcus, both with a can of soda in their hands, completely sober. A man walked up to the two of them, he was wearing a pair of dress slacks and a button up shirt, his hair slicked back in a ponyail.*~

MAN: Marcus! Candy! I am so glad you two were able to be here.

MARCUS: Wouldn't miss it for the world, brother.

~*The man in question was a dear friend of both of them, and a fellow Shock and Awe brother to Marcus, and even part owner of the fed Marcus works for, David Shane. The three of them have been close for years. They were more than friends, they were family.*~

DAVID: Between you guys both working in different companies in different capacities... I wasn't sure you would make it.

CANDY: Well, both companies are on break so why not!!! And I don't have any match until the third so we have time to get to Georgia for that.

DAVID: Ah yes, I saw you talk about it on Twitter. I'm very proud of you, Candy. You did amazing in the last match. I'm not surprised they booked a rematch. Very smart move on their part. The fans were very into that match.

CANDY: Thank you, David. I'm really excited for this rematch. I REALLY wanna win and I'm not gonna waste a single moment of this chance. I'm determined to win that belt this time.

DAVID: And I know how you are, when you set your mind to something, there's nothing that can stop you. But... I have a compound in Georgia, and I was planning on coming out to see your match anyways... I'll give you the address and you meet me there Thursday morning, like 8 o'clock.

CANDY: uh... why?

DAVID: Because, I'm gonna spend the entire day teaching you a new move. One that will give you the edge you need to ensure victory.

~*Candy's eyes lit up and she jumped up and down, excitedly*~

CANDY: You'd really do that for me?

DAVID: After everything you two have done for me and my family, my kids, of course I will. I could use a little extra ring time in preperation for my bout with the redheaded firecracker that has ... well ... had a little bit too much to drink already.

~*He takes out his phone and sends a quick text*~

DAVID: 8 AM on Thursday.

CANDY: I'll be there!!! I'll do anything to win.

DAVID: That's what I like to hear. Now, if you'll excuse me, it appears the countdown is about to start and there's a certain, gorgeous brunette over there I'd like to share a New Years Kiss with.

~*He smirked a little as he walked over to his wife, the brunette that was in the corner talking to the man in the sweatervest. As the time neared, everyone got close to the tv*~

Everyone: 10! 9! 8! 7! 6! 5! 4! 3! 2! 1! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

~*The music began to play as the ball touched down, Candy and Marcus shared a New Years Kiss. After, he looked at her.*~

MARCUS: Heres to another year with the love of my life, and the future Roulette Champion.

~*Candy smirked as she planted another kiss on her husband, and the camera began to fade to black*~


*Scene 4* "Getting an Upper Hand"

Date: 1/2/2020 - about 8 am
Location: The Apex Compound, undisclosed location in Georgia.


~*The cameras flicker to life and show Candy walking up to a big warehouse looking building. She looked around and at her phone, confused.*~

CANDY: This is the right address...

~*She looked up and down the street before she saw her friend, David Shane, standing in the door way waving at her. She smiled and ran in. Inside, there were lots of equipment and practice rings... everything a wrestler could possibly want to hone their craft.*~

DAVID: You can leave your coat and things here, they will be safe. It's just us here today.

~*She took off her coat and put it hanging on the hook on the wall. She looked around in awe.*~

CANDY: This place is amazing. A lot better than the last one.

DAVID: Yeah, once PWS:APEX got up and running I had to get a bigger facility. Everything here is state of the art. We are gonna use this ring here to get you 110% ready for your big match.

CANDY: Thank you, David. I really appreciate this. I can't wait to beat Sam and win that title.

DAVID: Oh, I know. I've known you for a long time. I know exactly how you and your mind work. And I know exactly what you need to win this. The element of surprise.

CANDY: Surprise?

DAVID: Yes. After last time, she is going to know exactly what to expect from you. And that's where you catch her off guard with something she won't see coming!

CANDY: You are so right! So let's get started!

DAVID: I'm glad you came dressed properly.

~*Candy was wearing a pair of sweat pants, a tshirt, and some sneakers. Her hair was pulled back in a ponytail. David himself was wearing a pair of basketball shorts and a tshirt, sneakers as well.*~

CANDY: Yup! Gotta do this right!

~*The two of them get into the practice ring and start to stretch and warm up before starting.*~

DAVID: Ya know, you are really making a name for youself in SCW. You show up guns a blazing and you show them you are a force to be reckoned with, even with your little troubles with your family. Sorry to hear about that, by the way.

CANDY: It's ok. I got my sister, I guess that's what is important.

DAVID: As some one who has always had a rocky relationship with a parent, it's not an easy thing to go through. Not by any means. But you are strong in more ways than one. And I know that you have everything it takes to be a great Roulette Champion. You are always prepared for the unexpected, which if I understand how the title works, is a good thing.

CANDY: Yeah, it's pretty cool! Before every defense they spin this BIG wheel, and the belt is then defended in whatever match type it lands on! It could be anything!!!

DAVID: That's one way to keep things interesting. I'm really glad you aren't taking the loss from last month so hard.

CANDY: I was, at first. I really really really REAAAAAAAALLYY wanted to win. But she did what she did and beat me.

DAVID: No no... she won the match, she didn't beat you. Big difference.

CANDY: I don't know what you mean?

~*David stop stretching for a moment and looked at her.*~

DAVID: She may have won the match and left with the belt... but she didnt BEAT you. You were not pinned, you did not submit. She just... used a strategy to get the job done. Honestly... can't say I wouldn't have done the same thing in that position. So that's why when you go out there you need to be prepared for ANYTHING. Don't let her pull a fast one on ya again.

CANDY: I won't! I am determined not to waste this second chance they have given me. I mean, they really didn't have to give me another chance. I would understand if I was back of the line.

DAVID: As a fellow businessman, let me tell you, it's good for business. Two young women like you guys, battling it out in such a high caliber match... it needed a round 2, and fast! In their shoes I would have booked the exact same thing. While the fans are still buzzing about it. The fans want to see it, and more than anything, those fans want to see you win that belt. So you are gonna have to pull out every thing you have to get it.

CANDY: I WILL!!!

DAVID: Good. That's exactly what I wanted to hear. That's one thing no one can take away from you, ever. Your spirit and determination.

CANDY: Yeah! Like, I like Sam, she seems nice. She even shook my hand after the match like a good sport and was really super nice to me. So I'm not mad at her for how she won the match. Sometimes ya gotta do things like that. It's ok. It wasn't cheating or anything. She found a way to win, and that's what I'm gonna do in this rematch.

DAVID: You have a fire and a spark that reminds me of a young... well... me. You have everything you need except one thing. The move I'm going to teach you today.

CANDY: YAY! Are we gonna get started or what?

DAVID: Patience, young grasshopper.

~*She squinted a little bit and tilted her head to the side as she looked over at him. He chuckled a little*~

DAVID: It's from karate kid...

CANDY: Oh... ok...

DAVID: You ready to win that title?

CANDY: I'm more than ready!!!

~*The two stand across from each other in the practice ring as the scene starts to fade to black. Once black, the words "YEAR OF SWEETNESS: 2020" and Candy's voice is heard speaking*~

CANDY: 2020 is going to be my year! A lot of good stuff happened in 2019. I got married, I got signed to SCW, and I impressed them. But 2020 is my year to shine! I hope you bring your best, Sam, because I am ready to take that title and show you that I mean business. I beat my friend Bella Madison for my first shot at you, and earned this second shot from the first one. I hope you are ready, because I am determined. And when I'm determined... nothing can stop me. Good luck, I look forward to standing across the ring from you one more time. But this time... I'm gonna win! Happy New Year!!!

 ***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.***