Harpin’ On With Harper, Backstage at Climax Control 416, Bakersfield, California
Sunday the 23rd of February 2025, 23:00pm
*on camera, start vlog, promo part one*
We cut to the backstage area of Climax Control, the show has just concluded with HB Carter claiming one of the last slots in the men’s Elimination Chamber Match and we see Harper leaning against Josh’s car as she gets ready to film her vlog.
”Gotta admit, while I was hoping that I’d get a match at some point? Didn’t expect to get my first title match of the year this early, especially when it’s for the Bombshell Internet Championship.” Harper started as she brushed some hair over her shoulder. ”And yet? Here I am, serving as Bella’s first challenger after she won the belt back from Aleesha Jones at Inception VI! Am I complaining? Please, I only complain when I don’t get a chance to compete, let alone compete in a title match.
And it’s funny, because around this time last year? Me and Bella were competing to see who’d challenge Bobbie Dahl for the Bombshell Roulette Title at My Bloody Valentine II.” Harper commented as she let out a deep breath. ”Okay, that match actually happened at the tail end of January 2024 but you get the idea, this isn’t the first time I’ve faced Bella, just the first time I’ve faced her for the title, and considering I won our first match?”
Harper grins a bit.
”No disrespect to Bella but I like my chances! Especially considering the last time I faced Bella was in that tag match with Aleesha and Cassie and I think I’ve ranted enough about how that match ended at this point!” Harper grunted as she shook her head. ”I mean seriously, why was that double pin allowed to happen in the first? That match wasn’t a tornado tag! Sorry, I guess I still have some lingering resentment over that bullshit!
But Aleesha’s contract expired after Inception and Cassie’s in the Elimination Chamber match, so I guess the question is Bella, where does that leave us?” Harper asked before grinning a bit. ”Well, if this match goes my way? I’ll win my first title in SCW, maybe the bosses will book a rematch for Blaze of Glory and we’ll take things from there? Of course. Before I can even think about that, I need to win this match first and I now you’re a tough cookie Bella, especially when the title’s on the line, but are you tough enough to retain the title over little old me? We’ll find out in Fresno, won’t we.”
*end vlog*
Harper’s Hotel Room, Bakersfield, California
Monday the 24th of February 2025, 09:00am
It was the morning after Climax Control 417 and Harper has been up for a few hours now, the thought of her upcoming title match is still on her mind.
”Man, this match is almost a year removed from my Roulette Title Match with Bobbie.” Harper muttered to herself as she checked the date of her first title match in SCW. ”A year and two weeks to be precise but still, maybe this is a sign of some sort?”
Before Harper could dwell any further on that idea there was a knock at the door and she got up to answer it, seeing er manager Joshua Acquin on the other side when she opened the door. “Morning Harper, you’re not usually up and ready this early.” Josh commented and Harper grinned a bit. “Can I come in?”
”Yeah, sure, just about got everything packed away for the return trip to Vegas aside from my Laptop.” Harper responded before she returned to her room and Josh followed her in. ”And I couldn’t get much sleep last night, kept thinking about the match with Bella on Sunday Night.”
“It is easily the biggest match of 2024 for you to date.” Josh nodded in understanding as he sat on the bed. “But it’s also noy your first title match, first match for the Bombshell Internet Championship? Yeah, but your first title match was a year ago against Bobbie Dahl.”
”That’s the thing Josh, I’ve been thinking about how the dates of my upcoming match with Bella and my title match with Bobbie are lining up in a way.” Harper explained as she shook her head before showing her the dates on her match record doc. ”First match with Bella happened on the 21st of January 2024, my title match against Bobbie happened a few weeks later on the 16th of February, only match missing from the this is my match against Tempest and she hasn’t been seen or heard from in a while.”
“And there’s every chance she’ll return for the Blast from the Past Tournament, besides, I thought you weren’t in a hurry to wrestle Tempest one on one again?” Josh pointed out and Harper nodded to confirm that that was the case. “Besides, it’s likely a coincidence, the bosses had to change a few plans because of the cancellation of the match between Song and Seleana Zdunich, the rematch with Bella could be one such change.”
”I know, but I still can’t help but think that it’s a sign of some kind.” Harper responded as she leaned back in her chair. ”Cassie is busy with the Elimination Chamber Match, especially since it was confirmed that the Bombshell Match is for the World Bombshell Title, so she’s busy as hell right now, so yeah, it’s not like I could’ve been doing anything else?”
“Unless they had you pencilled for a qualifier match but that got changed.” Josh nodded in response and Harper let out a deep breath. “I know you were thinking about the chamber match when Cassie got her qualifier.”
“Yeah, and I’m glad I didn’t get a qualifier match in hindsight, don’t get me wrong, it’s a huge opportunity and I know Cassie’s going to do everything she can to be the youngest ever World Bombshell Champion but I was also worried about it being the High Stakes Rumble all over again.” Harper explained and Josh nodded in understanding as he got the idea. “But if I do beat Bella on Sunday night? It pretty much guarantees me a spot on PPV Cards for the length of the reign and my stock in the company will skyrocket.”
“It also means that you’ll be a target.” Josh pointed out as he folded his arms. “Just look at how many Bombshells jumped at the chance to answer Jessie’s open challenge during the last cycle of her Bombshell Roulette Title Reign.”
”Laura Phoenix, AKA Bella’s mom, in week one, Georgie Robertson at the Go Home Show for that cycle, I know.” Harper nodded in response before she let out a deep breath. ”But I know all about that! For Christ’s sake I won three titles in my rookie year and the only reason I still own one of them is because the fed went under while I was champ, I know the danger and pressure that comes with being a wrestling champion.”
“Good to know that you’re not naïve about what it means to be a champion, and I know Cassie had similar success in her rookie year so I should expect a similar conversation with her about the chamber.” Josh nodded as he got the idea. “Either way? I will be training both of you to get you ready for the match, might be a good idea to talk to Jessie about the match too.”
”I’ll stop by her house once I’m back in Vegas, maybe get some reps at the Home Gym.” Harper nodded in response to before letting out a yawn. ”Might be a good idea to get some breakfast before we go though.”
“Just what I was thinking.” Josh responded before they left the hotel room.
Harpin’ on with Harper, Harper’s Loft, Las Vegas, Nevada
Monday the 24th of February 2025, 21:00pm
*on camera, start vlog, promo part two*
It’s been about twelve hours since Harper woke up in Bakersfield with her match against Bella on her mind and Harper is ready to do her second vlog.
”Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it, and while there are certainly to be made about certain people in power? I’m referring to my own personal history with title matches.” Harper commented as she shook her head. ”But at the same time I can’t dwell too much on the past, at some point? I have to start thinking about my future, well, at least my future as a champion in SCW and my match against Bella.
It's not like I haven’t been a champion before, you see that championship title above my mantlepiece?” Harper asked as she showed the title. ”The KCW TV Title, sadly I was the last ever champion as the fed went under while I was champion but they were kind enough to let me keep the title, that was one of three titles I won in my rookie year and it is the only title I still hold, and yeah, it’s because the fed went under.”
Harper sighs.
”Sad thing is? I never got to my first defence, but yeah, you get the general idea, my history with championships may be murky, but it’s still something I can build towards a future with!” Harper added as she turned the camera back towards her. ”And that future, as far as I’m concerned, involves the Bombshell Internet Championship being around my waist! I know Bella is a hell of a wrestler and has worked hard to earn her first title, but guess what?
So have i! I’ve been grinding away at the Bombshell Division for three years now and I’m not about to let this opportunity slip me by.” Harper added as she grinned broadly. ”We have be one year on from our first match Bella but aside from what’s at stake and the dates? Nothing’s changing, I’m still walking out the winner! But this time I’m walking out with more than just bragging rights to my name, because if you ask me? Being the youngest ever Bombshell Internet Champion at twenty sounds pretty sweet to me, especially if I make it to my twenty first birthday in September as champion!”
*end vlog*
Jessie’s Home, Las Vega, Nevada
Tuesday the 25th of February 2025, 14:00pm
It was the following morning and Harper was visiting the home of her older cousin/SCW Hall of Famer Jessie Salco, the thirty five year old wrestler is currently feeding her Chow Chow Titan.
”And that’s basically it.” Harper stated after she brought Jessie up to date on the upcoming title match. ”Aside from the coincident about the dates, I’m focussed on winning my first title in SCW.”
”Take it from someone who won her first title twelve years ago at Blaze of Glory, I’ve been there.” Jessie commented after setting the dish down letting the dog chomp away at his food. ”While my first reign was short, with the Roulette Title and a few years before the Internet Championships were created? You never forget your first title, question have is: how much are you focussing on the past?”
”Not too much, sure I’ve brought it up as it relates to my history with Bella but that’s about it.” Harper added as she folded her arms. ”Of course I want to win my first title and as much as I’d like to repeat history with the Roulette Title Victoria is busy with Alexandra right now so I guess Bella’s the next best thing in that regard.”
”I suppose so, but if you want a better chance at winning the title? You’ll listen to what I have to say.” Jessie responded as she started to lead Harper out of the kitchen and into the living room. ”Forget about the past and focus on your future.”
”That’s it?” Harper asked with a confused look before she sat down on the couch. ”No offense Jess but wasn’t most of your SCW Career all about your past Especially when it came to titles and ESPECIALLY when it comes to the World Bombshell Title?”
”And look at where that got me in the end, I lost a lot more title matches than I won and it took me years to get the respect I deserve.” Jessie sighed bitterly as she sat down opposite Harper. ”When I signed on as your manager in SCW it was to ensure that you didn’t make the same mistakes that I did in the past and while Josh took over after my health scare and pregnancy reveal? That still applies, I just have to do it away from the shows these days even with Wrestleleague wrapping up.”
”Right, got it.” Harper nodded as she got the idea. ”Can I at least get some reps in at the home gym?” Harper asked and Jessie nodded before the two women head downstairs.
Harpin’ On With Harper, Jessie’s Home Gym, Las Vegas, Nevada
Tuesday the 25th of February 2025, 15:00pm
*on camera, start vlog, final promo part*
As Harper got ready for the final part of her vlogs for the title match with Bella the twenty year old wrestler has quite a bit on her mind as she leans on the ring ropes in Jessie’s home gym.
”I know I’ve been focussing a lot on history but you know what I’m also focussed on? Making history!” Harper added as she flipped some haor over her shoulder. ”Youngest ever Bombshell Internet Champion has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it? And it’s a record that’s unlikely to ever get broken because, well how many other teenage/under the age of twenty one you know and are as good in the ring as me?
Go on, I’ll wait for your answer.” Harper waited for a few seconds before shaking her head. ”Time’s up, and I bet you couldn’t think of many right? Just as I thought! Of course, to set that record? I need to win this match and I know that it’ll be easier said than done! Even without bringing my past into it? Well, that’s just the nature of the beast that is title matches, isn’t it?”
Harper asked rhetorically before she grinned a bit.
”People want to be champion, people want the recognition, for their names to be in the history books, but how many actually recognize or appreciate the hard work that actually goes into the title match?” Harper asked before shaking her head. ”Me and Bella know that all top well and this Sunday we’ll both bust our asses to secure our futures as the Bombshell Internet Champion!
For Bella? It means that she’ll have made it past the first defence, for me? It’ll mean me winning my first title in SCW.” Harper added as she folded her arms. ”Any way you look at it, this match is between two young women with everything to gain from winning this match, but I’m the only one here who has everything to gain from winning the match and I plan on cashing in.”
It’s that simple.
”Will this be easy? Hell no, if it was easy to beat Bella then she wouldn’t be the Bombshell Internet Champion, never mind a 2x Champion!” Harper added as she flipped some hair over her shoulder. ”But all the same? I’m not backing down from this match and if I don’t walk out the champion? I’ll at least go down fighting and trust me Bella, I won’t back down!”
And with that Harper decided to wrap things up.
”This may be turning point of my SCW Career if I win on Sunday but Bella won’t make this easy by any means, that said?” Harper added as she flashed the devil horns. ”I’m going to make Bella fight like hell in this match and if io do win? Then I’ll of course celebrate first and worry about what this means for Blaze of Glory for me and the title later, if I lose? Then I’ll at least be satisfied knowing that I made Bella work for it! However? I don’t plan on losing because the world needs a new hero and her name is “The Slaytanic Avenger” Harper Mason, see you on Sunday Bella!”
Harper turned off her camera as the scene fades.
