Act 1: Another Chance at Gold
"Don't mistake my kindness for weakness.
I am kind to everyone, but when someone
is unkind to me, weak is not what you are
going to remember about me."
Al "Scarface" Capone

The scene opens on the beautiful rock formations that lined the skyline of the horizon that sat behind a massive estate that seemed to come out of nowhere. It sat by itself on a vast stretch of green manicured lawn, and a pool sparkled in the late afternoon sun. A black limo soon pulls up in front of the front door, and Joanne steps out with the guys following behind. They head for the front door, and the door opens. A man dressed in a fine suit motions for them to come inside, and they wait in the foyer. The man disappears but returns a few moments later, and motions for Joanne to follow him. They move through the long hallway and stops when they come to a set of double doors. The young man opens them and Joanne steps by him, and into the dimly lit room. There sitting in a plush chair was an older man, in his later 70's sat by the window watching an old black and white movie on the TV that hung on the wall. He looks over and motions for Joanne to come toward him. She does, and takes his hand kissing the back of his hand.
Joanne: Don Capelli... It's an honor to be in your home.The old man smiles and motions for her to sit.
Don Capelli: You don't need to be so formal Don Canelli. I'm retired, and an old man that likes black and white movies.Joanne: I was taught to respect the old ways, and I will continue to do Don Capelli.He just smiles and nods, turning the TV off, leaning back in his seat.
Don Capelli: Your father always was one for tradition. How is your father?Joanne seems to be taken back, and Joanne smiles softly.
Joanne: He's doin' good. I'm just surprised that you know him.Don Capelli: It was a long time ago... When he was first starting out I worked with him, and I have to say I have a lot of respect for him, and the way he did business. But I know that's not why you're here is it Don Canelli?Joanne shakes her head, and shrugs.
Joanne: Actually I'm not sure why I'm here? I got a message sayin' that you wanted to see me, and...The old man laughs knowing that there had been a mistake, and gets up from where he sits. Joanne helps him to his feet, and they start toward the door.
Don Capelli: I think you are here to see my son. He's away at the moment, but my grandson is very big fan and would love to meet you. That's how we found out you were nearby.Joanne: I'm always up to meetin' a fan. How old is he?He takes Joanne's arm, and they head out of the room, and head out to the massive backyard. A young boy no more then 8 years of age runs around kicking a soccer ball toward a net. He sends it flying into the net, and turns around seeing Joanne standing with his grandfather.
Don Capelli: Joey! Joey come here. There's someone here that I want you to meet.Joey runs across the backyard, and stops as he reaches them. His eyes get wide as he sees Joanne standing before him.
Joanne: Hello Joey. I heard that you were a fan, so I thought I would come and see you while I wait on your father.The young boy couldn't speak, as he just stared at Joanne with wonder and awe.
Don Capelli: She's not going to bite boy. Say something.Joey: You... you... you are so awesome. I've been watching you since you were in the first TIWF. You are the best that I have ever seen! Can I get a picture with you? An autograph?Joanne couldn't help but smile and nod. Joey runs off back up to his room to get a camera, and something to write on.
Don Capelli: To be young again. He has so much energy.Joanne: He sure does. I still can't figure out why your son called me here though...Voice: I called you here because I thought we could do some business Don Canelli.Joanne turns around and there standing behind her was a younger looking man dressed in a dark suit. He takes Joanne's hand, and kisses her ring.
Joanne: I take it you are the Don Capelli I was meant to see?Don Capelli II: Yes. I'm sorry my men made the mistake. My father stays here since his health has started to fail. I hope you don't mind...Joanne: Of course not... He reminds me a lot of my father. Now what sort of business do you have in mind?The older Capelli leads Joanne to his son's office, and the three of them head inside, closing the door behind them. The hours pass, and soon the door opens once again, and Joanne walks out ahead of them. She turns and couldn't help but smile. The two of them were gentlemen to the core, and that was something that was always hard to find in any type of business partners now a days.
Don Capelli II: I'm glad that we could do business Don Canelli. Most people have turned down the offer, and it's a shame too. The area we have in mind is perfect, and no one has ever thought about doing anything with it.Joanne: I'd be happy to invest, and...She turns the corner and there stands Joey with a camera and a notebook.
Joanne: That's right... I still owe you a picture and an autograph don't I?He just nods and hands the camera to his father.
Joey: My friends are not going to believe this.Joanne: They will when they see the picture, and this.The picture is snapped, and Joanne smiles removing the rosary from around her neck and puts it around his neck.
Don Capelli II: Are you sure you want him to have it Don Canelli?Joanne: I'm sure... Besides that's just part of what he's goin' to get.Don Capelli: You're are being very generous Don Canelli.Joanne: I like to spoil my fans when I have a chance to. Our next show is in...Joey: In Yuma! I want to go so bad but we checked this morning and everything is sold out.Joanne: If your father agrees I can get you into the VIP area to watch the show. How does that sound?Joey's eye light up, and Joanne smiles.
Joey: Can we go dad? Please?Don Capelli II: I don't see why not. We'll be honored to attend Don Canelli.Joey: I know you're going to beat the others in that match. You're the best!Joanne: That means a lot Joey. Listen call me when you get to Yuma and we'll meet up for dinner or something before the show. It was an honor to meet all of you.She kisses both the older Capelli on the cheek, and smiles softly kissing Joey on the cheek before walking out into the setting sun. The guys stood on the doorstep and started for the car, as Joanne walked out the door and got into the car. They soon pull off and Joanne couldn't help but smile.
Reno: How did it go boss?Joanne: It went better then I thought it would. We reached a really good deal, and I have to say he's got what it takes to run a family out here. There are different opportunities out this way that we don't have back east...Scarpaci: It's kind of strange that he just called you out of the blue isn't it?Rude: Yeah it is kind of strange, I mean do you even know this guy?Joanne: I didn't until I saw him. It was Nicholas Capelli. We grew up with him. He was a few years older then Scarpaci and myself, but his father knows dad, so I heard him out, and we managed to come up with a great plan. Oh and make sure that when we get back to the hotel to call someone in management. I need VIP seats for two weeks time.The guys just nod, as Joanne leans back in the seat, watching the vast empty expanses pass them by.
Joanne: *Voice Over*
I know what you're already thinkin' and I am not weak. Al Capone put it the best when he said "Don't mistake my kindness for weakness. I am kind to everyone, but when someone
is unkind to me, weak is not what you are going to remember about me." The kid was a friend, and I'm not goin' to push away a fan. Now this is one of the best and biggest matches that I've been in for a while, and I don't plan walkin' away empty handed this time. Now lets begin shall we? Natalie... You are nothin' more then a personal trainer turned wrestler, and I have to say I'm not impressed. The only reason that you are even in this match is because you got lucky and beat out two or three other losers to even get this far. You should have stayed with the personal trainer business because you have no right to even step foot into a match like this. I've been in this business a long time sweety and seen people like you come and go. After the first time around they realize they don't have what it takes and walk away, but I don't think you got that message yet.Joanne smiles to herself as the beautiful city of Phoenix starts to appear once again. They soon arrive back at the Waldorf Astria Resort, and head inside.
Joanne: You see Natalie I'm not even sure how you even got into this match or this company for that matter. If I were you I would have never even dreamed about doin' what you are. You are a trainer nothin' more Natalie. If you think that you have what it takes to stand in the middle of the ring in a match like this then please humor me. You are not a threat to me, and that's what makes it even worse. Mercedes, and Necra are the two that I'm really goin' to be worried about, but you... You are nothin' to me Natalie. I'm goin' to underestimate you, but you haven't really done anythin' to make me sit up and look in your direction at all. Until you do I'm not goin' to worry about anythin' you have to say or even do.They reach the elevator and they step inside as the door opens. The doors soon close and the numbers start going up above their heads.
Joanne: *Voice Over*
Mercedes how many times do we have to do this dance? You and I have stood toe to toe so many times before, and yet you still haven't learned anythin' have you? You've held the Bombshell Roulette Title at least a couple of times, and I've had it, but Necra... She's got us both beat. Do you really think that you're goin' to be able to take it away and leave me with nothin? Wrong! I've had my sights set on it for a while now, but I haven't had a chance to get a hold of it, until now... In two weeks time I will walk away with that title in hand leavin' you in the middle of the ring with nothin' once again! You have a lot of achievements under you but then again so do I. Over the last 12 years that I have in this business I have held records, I've held titles, and even beaten the unbeatable. You have numbers on your side, but that does matter. The Mean Girls are a flash in the pan, and trust me if you stick with them long enough you will go down with them just as quick.The doors open and they step out heading toward the suite behind a set of double doors. The lush suite was filled with everything they needed plus a few extras. A private pool sparkled in the last rays of the sun, and Joanne smiled to herself, and headed into the bedroom to change. She removes the suit she wore revealing a deep blue two piece bikini, and heads back out in the living room. Reno spots her and his eyes get wide as she passes.
Reno: Damn...Rude: Why don't you just go for it man?Reno: I can't... She's the boss, and I know that I couldn't make her happy.Rude: I think you could. She doesn't anyone that will over power her, or want to take the family over. You would be perfect man.Reno: I don't know...Reno sighs as he watches Joanne slip out through the sliding glass doors and to the deck where the pool sat in peace and quiet. She walks down the stairs and into the waiting water below. She dives under the water, and comes up with her hair over her face. she pushes it back and leans against the ledge, watching the sun set over the horizon.
Joanne: Mercedes I don't what you think you're goin' to prove in a match against two women that cannot stand you on their best day. I mean I couldn't stand you from the moment you stepped into the ring and stood across from em. So what makes you think you're goin' to beat me now? It's always been back and forth with us, but this time, I'm goin' to win and there is nothin' that you can do to stop me.She smiles and starts to swim around the pool once more. The water was still warm even with the sun setting over the mountain range behind the resort. The grass was bright and green and people were still playing golf even with the sun setting as quickly as it was. The moon would soon rise in all of it's glory and would be bright against the desert sky.
Joanne: Necra I have to say that it is truly an honor to be facin' you in this match. I knew you when you were a little girl, and have grown into a beautiful woman, that has skill and talent. I'm not sayin' this because I want to flatter you, but out of respect for you. Both you and I know that this match is nothin' but business between us, but only one of us can walk out of this match with Bombshell Roulette title. Both of us have had the title and made it an honorable title but if we let Mercedes or Natalie get a hold of it, it will be a piece of tinted gold held by a piece of trash. But Necra you are the only one that I really worry about in this whole match. You and I are both skilled and are the only two worthy enough to even hold the title. So that means in the end only you or I will be walkin' away with it. I know the way you move, and what you can do. You take after your mother in that aspect, along with your uncle. You have been trained by the best in the world, but then again... So have I. I'm not goin' to just lay down and let you walk all over me, and keep that title, so don't get any ideas little girl. I'll give you a fight that you will never forget.Joanne smiles and ducks back under the water. She comes up and flips her hair back, and once again leans against the edge.
Joanne: I don't know if there is anythin' else that I can really say to you Necra that I haven't already said to the other two. Just know that I will do everythin' and anythin' to get my hands on that title. I know you and you will not let that title go without a fight, and that's what I want. Make Natalie, Mercedes and I work for it, but only one of us will end up with the title in the end, and that someone is goin' to be me. By the end of this match, you will be broken, battered, beaten, bloodied, bruised and totally humiliated. But know that this is only business and nothin' personal... At least against you. Mercedes and Natalie... Are fair game. See you soon. We are the Mafioso; and we get paid to kick your ass!Joanne turns and stares back out into the city that laid before her, and smiles. It wouldn't be long before the match would be upon them, and she would walk away with the title that she had held once more. She soon ducks under the water and moves in silence as the scene fades to black.