I’ve enjoyed the two straight weeks off, coming off of a huge win over the Bombshell’s champion, and the woman who seems to just be a permanent Debbie downer, but hey, that’s just me. There is something about Alexis that makes me think that she is desperately reaching out for help, which of course if you ask her, she’ll deny to the bitter end, so it just makes me sad that she’s that way. But, none the less, I now hold a win over her, and over Mikah, and while Keira will get her crack at Mikah this week, I have… Veronica Taylor.
You know, I don’t really know how much more I can say about Veronica that I’ve not already said before. What new information, what new thing is there about Veronica that everyone should be worried about or need to know? Sure Veronica has seemingly developed a mean streak and tried to end the career of Amanda Cortez, mainly because Veronica gets very jealous of people who are better than she is. I mean, you’ve seen it. Veronica has alienated everyone she’s come in contact with. Liz Smalls, Delia, Mercedes, and Amanda. All of them were you know “in the way†of Veronica’s success, which… translated into, pretty much nothing for Veronica. So, that seems really dumb in hindsight. She attempted to reach the peak, and maybe, under a different time, and a different circumstance, she may have won, but then again this is Veronica Taylor, so… whatever.
But yet, I’m facing her again, I’ve beaten her countless times, and if this is going to be exactly the same game we’ve played many times, I’m not really worried. But by no means am I going to take Veronica lightly. I know that this rise in mean streak and viciousness, means that the Mean Girl has clearly gotten mean, and that attack on Amanda doesn’t bode well for me if I allow it to happen. I cannot get cocky despite my success, I know that. I will use what I know, and I will once again defeat Veronica, and send her into some basic-like crying fest about whatever injustice I somehow give to her. But none the less, it will be another victory, and build more momentum for Keira and I, as Team Hero builds more momentum, and then we take the tag titles from the Fallen.
But first and foremost, beating a former multiple time tag team champion, on top of beating the Bombshell’s champion, and what people are calling the future of the bombshell’s division, It makes for quite the momentum swing coming for Team Hero. Veronica’s just going to have to deal with it, I’m better than she is, I’m not going to lose to her anytime soon, this is going to be another win. I will not fail against her, losing to the Mean Girls is… just something that’s not even cool anymore. I’m done with that.
But beating them repeatedly like a drum? Heh… I could get used that.
See you guys there![/i]
{The scene opens with the aftermath of Roxi and Keira being attacked and Roxi lays next to Keira in bed. She tries to get some rest as Keira eases herself to sleep. But Roxi is struggling, tossing and turning, unable to get comfortable. Keira stirs from sleep and looks over at Roxi.}
Keira – What’s the matter? Are you having a nightmare?
Roxi – No… no I’m fine, just… having some trouble getting comfortable.
Keira – Are you okay? Was it the stuff tonight?
Roxi – Kind of. I just… I can’t shake the feeling of dread that I have.
Keira – That’s… not like you. You…
{Keira sits up, and rubs Roxi’s back.}
Keira – You’re really scared, aren’t you?
{Roxi looks at Keira, a look of doubt written all over her face.}
Roxi – I am.
Keira – Roxi, we’ll get through this
{Roxi runs her fingers through her hair and sighs heavily.}
Roxi – Keira… we know nothing about the Collector, they know us so well… If we don’t figure this out, I’m afraid of losing you. I… I can’t lose you. You are my world.
Keira – I know, but we’re okay right now. That was just a warning.
Roxi – Exactly, a warning. What’s to stop them from coming again? I… I hate to admit this, but it’s… it’s only a matter of time.
Keira – Roxi don’t talk like that. We’re not out of this yet. We’ll find a way. There’s always a way, you taught me that.
Roxi – I don’t… I don’t know anymore. Now I feel like we’re always in danger. It’s going to be hard for me to sleep. I just… I can’t really figure this out. And if I don’t…
{Keira hugs Roxi tightly.}
Keira – I believe in you Roxi. Everyone does. You do so much for everyone. You’re the rock we all need.
Roxi – I… I just can’t… shake the feeling of dread now. It’s going to bother me until we get this resolved. I… I won’t have a moment’s peace now.
Keira – Roxi… I think you are taking this too hard. I am fine right now, powered up and able to heal, before they got me because I wasn’t as strong. I’ve been growing stronger, and in more control each day. I’ll be ready if that times comes.
Roxi – I’m just saying… I don’t wanna fail you. I want to protect you.
Keira – You’ve always been there for me so far, I have no doubts you will this time, or anytime in the future.
Roxi – I can’t shake it… I need… I need to talk to someone.
{Keira hugs Roxi again.}
Keira – I’m right here.
Roxi – No…. not you. Someone else. I… I’m losing a little confidence in myself. We’ve never been this vulnerable.
Keira – Roxi, it’s okay.
Roxi – No. It’s not.
{Roxi stands up, and begins to put on her costume.}
Keira – Where are you going?
Roxi – I need to think. I just… I need to think.
Keira – This is silly, come back to bed, what if they’re out looking for us?
Roxi – Then I’d rather they get me, and not you. If that’s what it takes to keep you, and everyone else safe, it’s what I’ll do.
{Keira goes to get up, but Roxi puts a hand out.}
Roxi – No Keira… stay here.
Keira – No… I’m going.
Roxi – I said no. Please. Please respect this. I’m not mad at you, I’m not angry, I just need to think about this. I will be back soon. And I’m going to lock this place down when I leave.
{Keira stands up and folds her arms, staring at Roxi.}
Keira – You’re going to trap me in here?
Roxi – It’s the only way I’ll know you’re safe. I cannot lose you. I WON’T lose you. I’ve come way to close, way too many times to let it slip now. Please understand that I’m doing this because I love you.
Keira – Roxi…
Roxi – I’ll be back soon. I promise. Please get some sleep.
Keira – You know I won’t be able to until you come back. This is ridiculous Roxi. You’re going to be out there all alone, and you have to think that they’ve thought about this. Using you, to get to me.
Roxi – I know that. But this is just… me thinking for a little bit, and I’ll be back. If anything even look suspicious, I’ll be back here, and we… we’ll do this together.
Keira – What if they come while you’re gone?
Roxi – I’m locking it down. You stay here, and if you hear anything… hide.
Keira – I’m not going to hide! We can’t act like everyone is an enemy!
Roxi – Until we figure this out… we can’t take chances.
Keira – Roxi… listen to yourself. You’re acting paranoid.
Roxi – Because I have to be! I might lose you!
{Roxi chokes up a bit getting those last words out.}
Keira – Roxi, You know, we can’t go that route. What is Sasha needs us, or Natasha needs us? Are we just going to go “sorry, you might be some ruthless monster who’s trying to kill me.
{Roxi sighs.}
Roxi – Okay, okay, look… we’ve narrowed down who we think it is, if it’s not someone we have on our list, that’s fine. But… that’s about as far as I’m willing to go Keira. I cannot slip up!
Keira – Just… don’t lock it down. We cannot seem too paranoid.
{Roxi thinks for a moment, her eyes close and she sighs again, relenting.}
Roxi – Okay…. But just be careful.
{Roxi opens the window, and flies out, flying around the city with effortless ease, but still cannot shake her bad vibes. She passes over several places, almost going through the motions of a patrol, but not even really into it that much. She soon lands on top of a tall building, and sits on the edge of the roof. She dangles her feet over the edge, and holds her head in her hands. She lets out a long sigh and brushes her hair from her face, and it reads nothing but uncertainty.}
Wonder where the heroes turn when they need help.
{There is a gust of wind as someone lands on the roof behind Roxi. The red boots walk towards Roxi, the red cape dangling loosely behind the visitor.}
Visitor – You look like you could use a hug.
Roxi – Huh?
{Roxi turns and looks, and her eyes widen.}
Roxi – You?
Visitor – It’s me.
Roxi – I… I don’t even know what to say. I mean, you’re big blue. The boy scout…
Visitor – It’s alright. Why don’t you tell me what’s on your mind.
Roxi – Well, I guess the first thing is how you found me.
Visitor – I was in the neighborhood.
Roxi – You can be in ANY neighborhood.
{The visitor chuckles.}
Visitor – I suppose you got me there. Still, I was around, and I hate seeing a fellow hero having those moments.
Roxi – You can tell, can’t you?
Visitor – I learned through my years how to read body language and facial expressions.
Roxi – But you can’t… oh… wait…
{Roxi shakes her head.}
Visitor – Don’t worry, you’re secret is safe with me, Roxi.
Roxi – Well… now that we’ve established that…
Visitor – We’re back at square one, you can talk to me… What seems to be the problem?
Roxi – I guess… the biggest thing is… how do you do it?
Visitor – Do what?
Roxi – I mean… I get it, you’re pretty much a god here. You can go anywhere, do anything, heck, you can do everything.
Visitor – Well.. not everything, and simply because I can do many things doesn’t mean I have to. Nor does it mean I can do everything.
Roxi – You’re just being modest now. But… seriously. The world, they all depend on you. You’re the one with hope literally written on your chest. You carry that banner. How do you carry all that weight?
{The visitor folds his arms and looks off in the distance.}
Visitor – I have to. It’s not really a choice for me. It’s what’s right. I’m here, and I do this, for that reason alone. Plus, a lot of the time, I’m the only one who can.
Roxi – I know how you feel.
Visitor – I don’t think you do, and I really don’t think you should try.
Roxi – I guess… you’re right. Maybe I’ve been spending way too much time, trying to be you.
Visitor – Trust me, you are perfectly strong enough as it is, you spend all your time putting others before you, because you have the power to help. But it all adds up, I get that. But even I can’t fight every battle.
Roxi – You’re just saying that to make me feel better.
Visitor – Well, yes and no. I’m trying to help, but I’m being realistic. I can bare the weight. I have the power to change things, you can too, but you don’t have to fight every battle. Sometimes, you have to know when it’s not your fight.
Roxi – Yeah. But I have bigger problems than just that.
Visitor – Don’t we all.. What’s the problem now?
Roxi – I… I can handle it.
Visitor – I know you can. But still, I’d like to help if I could.
{Roxi’s eyes widen.}
Roxi – You?!
Visitor – Yes. Of course.
Roxi – Not offense big guy, but that’s like calling the National Guard for a jaywalker. You’re the end-all be-all. You don’t have to get involved.
Visitor – Still, couldn’t hurt to have an extra set of eyes, no?
Roxi – I suppose. I’m just… worried about my wife.
Visitor – What seems to be the problem?
Roxi – There’s someone after us, they know who we are. They’re rich, well connected, and they can strike at any moment. I have no idea who they are, and no idea what to do.
Visitor – So you came here to think. Clear your head.
Roxi – That was the idea.
Visitor – You’ll figure it out, You’re smart, and creative, you’ll think outside the box, and, well… maybe the answer is one you’ll stumble on, or, maybe you’ve already go the answer, and it’s hard to take. I have faith in you Roxi, you’ll be just fine. but… in case things get a little out of hand, you can always call on me.
Roxi – Really?
Visitor – Of course. It’s why I’m here.
Roxi – Thanks… big guy. That… that actually makes me feel better.
Visitor – Anything I can do to help.
Roxi – Yeah, I’m gonna head back now. Thanks. I really appreciate it.
Visitor – You got it.
{There’s another gust of wind as the visitor departs.}
Roxi – Well… that was unexpected. He should moonlight as a shrink… I feel like I owe him 30 bucks…
{Roxi flies home, feeling a lot better.}
