Crowd: SCW! SCW! SCW!
The first shot of the show that we see is a panning shot of the seven thousand plus fans crowded within the Walkup Skydome . Men and women, boys and girls, fans of all ages make up the SCW Universe and they are all showing their support for their favorite Superstars and Bombshells! And finally, the camera focuses on a close up shot of Justin Decent, standing inside of SCW's six-sided ring.
Justin: Hello everyone and welcome to the Walkup Skydome in Flagstaff, Arizona, and welcome to Sin City Wrestling "Climax Control"!
The crowd cheers!
Justin: Now please help me welcome the Hostess With the Mostess for "Climax Control" -- Miss Amanda Hugginkiss!
The crowd applauds and cheers as Amanda is escorted out onto the stage by two handsome and muscular young men. Amanda is dressed in a gown made of blue and black feathers and the two men are wearing muscle shirts and skin-tight jeans. The music starts to play and the hunks perform the dance moves right alongside Amanda's left and right sides.
Amanda: Finally it has happened to me
Meeting Mr. Right, the man of my dreams
Finally you come along
Finally it has happened to me
Finally it has happened to me
It seemed so many times he seemed to be the one
Finally you come along
Finally it has happened to me
Finally it has happened to me
Finally
True love, a feelin' I never knew
And my life was coastin' out my emotion
Then my actions
Summon me to death, you're my big mean of protection
Finally it has happened to me
Right in front of my face
My feelin's can't describe it
Finally it has happened to me
Right in front of my face
And I just cannot hide it
The one and only true love or at least it seems
With brown coco skin and curly black hair
It's just the way he looks at me, that gentle lovin' stare
The way I feel about you it just can't be wrong
If you only knew the way I feel about you
I just can't describe him oh no no
Right in front of my face
My feelin's can't describe it
Finally it has happened to me
Right in front of my face
And I just cannot hide it
Right in front of my face
My feelin's can't describe it
Finally it has happened to me
Right in front of my face
And I just cannot hide it
But all he ever wanted was to have a little fun
But now you've come along and brightened up my world
In my heart I feel it I'm that special kind of girl
The way I feel about you it just can't be wrong
If you only knew the way I feel about you
I just can't describe him oh no no
Right in front of my face
My feelin's can't describe it
Finally it has happened to me
Right in front of my face
And I just cannot hide it
Right in front of my face
My feelin's can't describe it
Finally it has happened to me
Right in front of my face
And I just cannot hide it
Ooooooooh finally yeah yeah
Oh
Until you came into my life and now it's real
I never knew that I would find the time
Before you I thought love was blind
Too strong for words, you're set for devotion
A-pushin' me from mutual attraction
True love, the chemical reaction
Reflect those of a way to makin' this a better love
A never ending plan like man and wife
Flavourful to my life like a spice
My one and only source of affection
So I'm puttin' all games behind me
I've been lookin' for the key to love and I've found it finally
Right in front of my face
My feelin's can't describe it
Finally it has happened to me
Right in front of my face
And I just cannot hide it
The music stops and Amanda poses with her arms held out and the two men each take a hand and kiss it as the crowd applauds.
And we cut right to the ringside area where sits Belinda Simone and Jason Adams at the broadcast table....
Simone: Hello everyone and welcome to Flagstaff, Arizona for this special "Going Home" edition of Climax Control!
Adams: Can you believe it, Bel??? Two weeks until the "Grand Prix of Professional Wrestling"! Two weeks until the 2024 Awards and the Hall of Fame induction!
Simone: It will certainly be a historic night to remember and speaking of! Tonight we kick things off with the Toughman Finals to determine the challenger for Alexander Raven's Roulette Championship at High Stakes XIV! It started off with six men and it is down to three when Lyle Kasey Junior, Aiden Reynolds and "Unbreakable" Eddie Lyons compete in a Triple Threat where the winner moves on to Tucson and the chance of a lifetime!
Adams: Then we have the Bombshells in a singles match when Song goes up against Mercedes Vargas one on one!
Simone: Kevin Carter may very well rue the day he got on the bad side of "Hot Stuff" Mark Ward as Mark has forced him into the unenviable position of facing both "Bulldog" Bill Barnhart AND Felix "the Cat" Hernandez in a Handicap match!
Adams: Then we have the Belle of the Brawl finals! Alicia Lukas, Alexandra Calaway and Andrea Hernandez all compete in a Hardcore Rules Triple Threat to decide who gets to challenge Kayla Richards at High Stakes XIV for the World Championship!
Simone: Bobbie Dahl and Harper Mason have a clash set up in two weeks in Tucson but tonight they are being forced to co-exist as a team to face the returning Crystal Zdunich and her wife and tag team partner, Seleana Zdunich!
Adams: And in tonight's Main Event, it's the Clash of the Champions! The World Heavyweight Champion Finn Whelan goes up against the Internet Champion, Helluva Bottom Carter one on one!
Simone: All this and more on Sin City Wrestling Climax Control!
The scene opens backstage where we see Aiden Reynolds, LJ Kasey and one half of the Mixed Tag Team Champions Eddie Lyons standing beside the Roulette Wheel.
Simone: The finals of the Toughman Tournament to determine Alexander Raven's next challenger are here! And fittingly? It's a Roulette Rules Match!
Adams: Aiden, LJ and Eddie fought hard to get here and Raven will be watching!
Ms. Rocky Mountains: Ready gentlemen?
The three wrestlers nod and Rocky spins the wheel, it stops on…………..
Ms. Rocky Mountains: Black Friday Brawl!
Simone: Well, our annual Christmas tradition is here, just two weeks short of Black Friday!
Adams: Last time we saw that match was when Alexandra Callaway defended her Roulette Title against Tempest right before December 2 Dismember, Falls Count Anywhere in a shopping mall, can't get simpler than that!
Ms. Rocky Mountains: Good luck gentlemen.
Holly comes up to the three men and leads them to the parking lot as the scene fades.
Simone: Welcome back to Climax Control and our opening match! The annual Black Friday Brawl plays host to the Toughman Finals between Aiden Reynolds, LJ Kasey and Eddie Lyons and they'll be competing in a Falls Count Anywhere match in a mall!
Adams: Winner challenges Alexander Raven for the Roulette Championship at High Stakes in two weeks' time, Eddie and Aiden have held the title before but for LJ? That would be his first ever title win in his career, much less SCW!
Simone: This should be a great match, let's take it to Justin who's on location at the mall!
Justin: LADIES AND GENTLEMEN THIS IS YOUR OPENING CONTEST OF THE EVENING SCHEDULED FOR ONE FALL AND IS THE FINALS OF THE TOUGHMAN TOURNAMENT, CONTESTED UNDER ROULETTE RULES! AND THANKS TO A SPIN OF THE WHEEL WE KNOW THAT IT IS A BLACK FRIDAY BRAWL!
The crowd (in the arena and the mall) cheer as the three men step up.
Justin: Introducing the participants, Aiden Reynolds, LJ Kasey and one half of the SCW Mixed Tag Team Champions "Unbreakable" Eddie Lyons!
Holly goes over the rules with all three men and once it's clear that they understand the rules she calls for the bell and all three men start brawling their way into the mall.
DING DING DING!
Simone: And tonight's opener is underway!
Adams: The Black Friday Brawl has been a staple of the Roulette Division for years, can Aiden, Eddie and LJ live up to its legacy?
With Holly following the action close behind the three men as they near a Santa's Grotto near the entrance, LJ and Eddie manage to break the three way brawl by hitting a double dropkick on Aiden but as the Aussie rolls away LJ gets caught with a roll-up by Eddie!
ONE!
TWO!
And LJ kicks out! The two men get to their feet and start trading blows until………..
Aiden: DECK THE HALLS WITH THE SOUNDS OF MY VICTORY!
With that battle cry Aiden leaps off Santa's Grotto and hits both men with a crossbody! Aiden goes for a pin o both men.
ONE!
TWO!
And both LJ and Eddie kick out, Aiden rolls off the two man but LJ is the first to his feet and as soon as Aiden's back on his feed LJ grabs him and nails a Brainbuster! LJ goes for the pin!
ONE!
TWO!
And Eddie breaks it up.
Simone: It didn't take long for the three men to go for a pin, nor did it take long Aiden, Eddie and LJ to kick out!
Adams: Matches like these are an endurance test more than anything else though!
Eddie picks up LJ and starts taking him into a nearby toy store with Aiden not far behind them, Aiden catches up to his opponents as they brawl in the Toy Store and bangs their heads together to break up the brawl, Aiden then spots a Lego display and grins before spilling it's contents all over the shop floor.
Simone: Oh no, that's not going to end well!
Adams: You think thumbtacks hurt? Well imagine being slammed into Lego Bricks!
Simone: No, I don't think I will!
Satisfied with the mess he's made Aiden turns to where he left Eddie and LJ only to find them missing in action, it doesn't take long for LJ to emerge with a toy lightsabre in hand even doing some twirls with the toy for good measure, however when LJ charges Aiden powerslams him onto the Lego Bricks!
Simone: What did I just say?!
Adams: Err, Alexandra? LJ's going to need a LONG back message after his match with Eddie and Aiden!
Aiden goes for the pin.
ONE!
TWO!
And LJ kicks out! However Aiden spots Eddie on top of the closest ailse to his two opponents and the Mixed Tag Team Champion goes for a Swanton Bomb! Only to get nothing but Lego Bricks as Aiden moved himself and LJ out of the way just in time!
Simone: I'm not sure who got the worst of the impact into the Lego Bricks between Eddie and LJ there!
Adams: Both men are going to feel that tomorrow for sure! And that's good news for Aiden!
However before Aiden can make his move towards Eddie LJ comes up behind him and scores with a toy lightsabre assisted low blow! Aiden doubles over allowing LJ to Powerbomb him onto the Lego Bricks before LJ goes for a pin!
ONE!
TWO!
And Eddie breaks it up! Eddie picks up LJ and hits him with a Falcon Arrow onto the Lego Bricks before going for a pin.
ONE!
TWO!
And LJ kicks out! Eddie picks up LJ and takes him out of the toy store but Aiden isn't far behind as the three men make their way to the second floor.
Simone: Looks like they're done with the toy store!
Adams: Thank god! My back's hurting from just watching LJ, Aiden and Eddie collide with the Lego Bricks!
The three men make their way up to the second floor with Holly not far behind them and once he's on the second floor LJ hops on the banister before using it to hit a sliding clothesline on Eddie and Aiden! Holly ducks instinctively but LJ made sure to hop off the banister before he got anywhere near her! However this leaves him open to being crotched on the banister by way of Atomic Drop by Aiden as he's the first one to his feet!
Simone: OWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!!!!!
Adams: I'm not even going to say which part of LJ's body will need some TLC from Alexandra after that and I'm not talking about the match type! But that has left Eddie and Aiden in the drivers seat!
However Aiden's distraction has left him open to a Victory Roll from Eddie!
ONE!
TWO!
And Aiden kicks out! Eddie goes for a Shining Wizard but Aiden ducks it and scores with a Backslide on Eddie!
ONE!
TWO!
And LJ and breaks it up with a running dropkick to both men! LJ picks up Eddie and hits him with a Northern Lights Suplex before going for a pin!
ONE!
TWO!
And Eddie kicks out! LJ gets back to his feet first and calls for the Kingslayer not realizing that Aiden is getting back to his feet as well.
Simone: LJ just called for the Kingslayer!
Adams: If he hits this it's all over!
LJ foes to set Eddie up for the move but Eddie counters out of it before nailing LJ with the Lyons Roar DDT! But before he can go for a pin Aiden spins Eddie around and hits the Gold Coast Cutter!
Simone: But Eddie counters the Kingslayer with the Lyons Roar but gets hit with the Gold Coast Cutter by Aiden!
Adams: Stick a fork in Eddie and LJ, they are done!
Aiden goes for a pin!
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
DING DING DING!
Justin: Here's your winner, Aiden Reynolds!
Simone: And it's official, we're getting Reynolds vs. Raven II at High Stakes!
Adams: Raven beat Aiden to win the title for the second time at the Climax Control after this year's Into the Void, will this see a reversal of fortune?
Aiden celebrates his win while Holly checks on LJ and Eddie.
Song's theme song begins to play as Song entering the ring, the crowd cheering loudly. Master Lilly walks in with her, holding a microphone featuring the Coke Zero logo.
Master Lilly: Ladies and gentlemen, the future of women's wrestling is here! Introducing the incredible Song, ready to take on Mercedes Vargas tonight!
The crowd erupts in cheers as Song waves to the audience. Her wrestling gear has small, stylish Coke Zero patches. Fans in the audience hold up signs, including one that reads "I drink Coke Zero too!" and another that says "Zero Sugar, Zero Limits!"
Song: Thank you, everyone! I'm so excited to be here tonight. This match means everything to me, and I'm ready to give it my all. You know!
Crowd: You Know!
Master Lilly: Song has been training hard for this moment. She's faced tough opponents before, but tonight, she's focused on one thing—showing the world what she's made of.
Song: Mercedes Vargas is a formidable opponent, but I believe in myself. I've worked too hard and come too far to back down now. This is my time to shine, and I'm ready to make my mark. You know!
Crowd: You know!
Master Lilly: Remember, Song, stay focused, trust your training, and let your heart lead the way. We believe in you, and so does everyone out there.
Song: I won't let you down. This is for all the fans who have supported me, and for everyone who believes in me. Let's do this!
The crowd cheers louder as Song and Master Lilly share a determined look before heading to the locker room to prepare for the match, passing by a table with complimentary Coke Zero drinks for fans.
The camera opens up to the impressive backdrop for the most anticipated event of the year, High Stakes XIV! As the camera draws outward, the fans witness SCW Co-Owner Christian Underwood joined alongside the head reporter for Sin City Wrestling; Boobs McGee, er, Pussy Willow!
Pussy Willow: Fans, in just two weeks High Stakes XIV arrives for the first time ever in Tucson, Arizona at the TCC Arena! A sold out 9, 275 fans from all over the world, as far away as Australia, Japan and the United Kingdom converge in 'Old Pueblo'...
Christian rolls his eyes at the use of the nickname for Tucson and waves for her to hurry it along.
Pussy Willow: And tonight, as promised by this man right here -- SCW Co-Owner Christian Underwood -- we will have the official results of the Bombshell Internet Poll! Christian...?
Christian sighs.
Christian: Look, everybody knows how patient and understanding Julianna DiMaria has been since winning the Bombshell Internet Championship...
Pussy Willow: **snorts**
Christian: ... But like Tempest and Peter Vaughn before her, last week we brought the Internet back to the Internet Championship and allowed the SCW Universe to make the final call. We let the SCW Universe all throughout the world wide web decide who would challenge Julianna DiMaria for the Internet Championship at High Stakes XIV...
Pussy Willow: And judging by the polls throughout the week, there's been an early favorite...
Christian: There's been a very CLEAR favorite to win this week, and the public has spoken!
The screen changes temporarily to a screen cap of the final results...
The crowd watching on the SCW Tron CHEERS!
Christian: And it is official! Bella Madison will challenge Julianna DiMaria for the Bombshell Internet Championship at High Stakes XIV! Bella, best of luck and congratulations. And Julianna...?
Christian leans into the camera...
Christian: If you have a problem with that, take it to social media. That's who named your challenger to begin with.
Christian turns and salutes Pussy Willow before taking his leave offstage.
Voiceover: The following is a Young Justice News Bulletin!
Simone: Cassie's doing another one of these?
Adams: Apparently it's been her thing in other promotions.
We cut to the Young Justice news studio where Cassie is sitting beside Joshua Acquin.
Cassie: Good evening and welcome to the Young Justice News Bulletin, it's 69o'clock, I'm Cassie Wolfe.
Adams: Nice.
Simone: KEEP IT CLEAN JASON!
Cassie: And with me tonight because Harper has other arrangements is the best manager in Sin City Wrestling who, for some reason, the bosses keep out of the Hall of Fame, Joshua Acquin! Josh, last week you managed me to my first win in SCW.
Joshua: Yes and you got added to the Twitter Poll for Julianna's next challenger, which you came in a distant third place to Mercedes, the Belle of the Brawl Winner and the winner, Bella,
Cassie's eye twitches.
Cassie: How the hell did Mercedes fucking Vargas get more votes than me?! Bella I can understand but Mercedes?!
Joshua: Err, Cassie?
Cassie: Right, right, in light of the most shocking result this week, I have an announcement, I will be the first entrant in the Bombshell Open Invite Match at High Stakes!
Cassie pauses.
Cassie: Which I think I mentioned three or four times on Twitter this week alone? I mostly killed time on Elden Ring but still.
Joshua: Any word for anyone else who plans to step up?
Cassie: First come, first serve bitches! I'm riding on a high after I beat Luna last week and it has me wondering, who do I go after once the dust settles? The Bombshell Roulette Title where my half sister Krystal made her career? The Bombshell Internet Title which is the home of the super long title reigns? Or hell, maybe the World Bombshell Title? It is my choice come the Christmas Special at the end of the year and can you think of a better Christmas Gift to myself?
Joshua: As far as wrestling goes? No.
Cassie: Exactly! So in closing, I have a lot to think about over the next few weeks! To all my fans? In a world of fake queens and over the hill Argentinian Bombshells getting more votes than you…………
Joshua: That's oddly specific.
Cassie: If I had left out the "Argentinian" part I'd get complaints!
Joshua: Touche.
Cassie: Be yourselves and be a Rebel Princess! And to everyone else in the Open Invite match? Be ready because I am Hungry Like the Wolfe!
The news bulletin ends as the scene fades.
Justin: This match is scheduled for one fall…
Suddenly, the arena lights turn off and the crowd is hyped up for what was in store. As the opening of "Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me" by U2 blares across the PA system, the mood of the crowd changes instantly and the arena is under the subtle glowing of the lights. As the lyrics finally kick in, a figure emerges; the highlight of their attire is being under the illusion. Mercedes Vargas stops short of the entrance ramp, hands on waist, and overlooking the crowd.
Justin: Making her way to the ring … from Buenos Aires, Argentina, weighing in at 125 pounds, MERCEEEEEDEEEES VAAAARGAAAAS!
Cheers, boos and catcalls soon greet her. Oblivious and yet satisfied with their reaction for several seconds, she flips her long hair, then makes her way to the ring. As she goes up the steps and walks to the end of the ring apron, she climbs to the turnbuckle, then turns her head back as the camera shows her determined expression-perhaps a message that her opponent will be in for a tough fight. Mercedes vaults into the ring and walks over to the opposite corner where she relaxes along the corner ropes while waiting for her opponent to arrive.
Justin: and her opponent…hailing from Foshan, China… Song…
Song's theme starts to play we see Song walking down the ramp. She gets half way down and pauses. Song bows and then proceeds to walk to ringside. Song jumps and lands on the apron. Song puts her hands on the ropes and flip over to get inside the ring.
The fans Boo with a few cheers and we see Song bowing to the fans, as Vargas rushes in and attacks and clubs her back, as the ref indicates for the bell to be rung…
DING DING DING!
Simone: Vargas attacks before the bell even rings, as Song still readies herself.
Vargas smirks as she yanks on the top rope and sends Song flying backwards and down to the mat and Vargas smirks and brags about it before moving towards Song, who leans against the bottom rope holding her chest and Vargas places a boot on Songs chest as the ref moves and then Vargas begins to rapid stomp on Song's chest and the ref begins to count…
Adams: She attacks from behind and then uses the ropes to send Song down to the mat. But Vargas isn't done and she approaches Song and delivers rapid boots to the chest until the ref gets to four and she backs off.
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
FOUR!
Vargas stops and backs off and the ref admonishes her, as Song moves along the ropes and away from Vargas, as she gets to a knee in the corner. Vargas continues to brag and she turns back to Song, who is now on her feet and Vargas rushes in and Song moves and Vargas ends up in the corner and Song begins to fire in kicks as she catches Vargas on her side and the head as she tries to cover and the ref moves in and Song quickly stops and out her hands up and back off.
Simone: Song gets to her feet and moves to the corner, Vargas wastes some time before rushing towards to Song and Song moves and she fires in some kicks on Vargas, which Vargas tries to cover up.
Song takes a moment, as Vargas recovers and Song rushes in and catches Vargas with an high elbow, as she then takes Vargas' and sends her across the ring, but as Vargas get to the corner, she stops herself and Song quickly approaches, Vargas throws a mule kick backwards and catches Song. Song holds her stomach, as Vargas climbs to the second rope, she leaps off and hits a hurricanrana and sends Song across the ring.
Adams: Song this time rushes in and connects with a high elbow. She then sends Vargas across the ring, but Vargas stops herself from colliding with the corner and as Song approaches, she catches Song with a kick before following up with a hurricanrana.
Song ends up in the corner surprised by the hurricanrana, while Vargas stays on a knee for a moment, where she looks to see where Song is and makes it back to her feet and approaches Song, who climbs to her feet and as Vargas gets close, Song gets a foot up and catches Vargas, Vargas bends over holding her torso and Song backs up and hits the ropes before rushing forward and grabs Vargas' arm and hits an arm drag. Song is quickly to her feet, while Vargas sits up and turns and glares at Song. Song smirks as Vargas quickly gets to her feet and rushes at Song and goes for a wild swing, but Song grabs Vargas' arm and tries to turn it into a wrist lock, but Vargas quickly counter and drags Song in and drives a knee into her stomach.
Simone: Song is surprised by that, as Vargas moves back to Song and Song gets her foot up and catches Vargas and Song hits an arm drag.
Adams: Vargas is rocked by this, as Song makes her way to her feet and Vargas wasn't too impressed with that.
Simone: Song won't be too bothered by it, as Vargas rushes Song, but Song grabs Vargas' arm and tries for a wrist lock, but Vargas counters.
Vargas then points to the ropes, where pulls Song towards them and she leaps onto the middle rope before hitting an arm drag and sends Song across the ring. Song shuffles to the ropes and shakes her arm as she leans against the ropes, while Vargas takes a moment and smirks and sends some verbal insults to Song. Song gets to her feet, as and she moves towards Vargas and Vargas goes for a wild swing, but Song dodges passed her and leaps onto the ropes and hits a springboard crossbody onto Vargas and into a pin…
Adams: Vargas drags Song towards the ropes and hits an arm drag, which sends Song across the ring. Vargas then moves to her feet as does Song and Vargas moves in but Song ducks and leaps onto the ropes and hits a springboard crossbody and into a pin…
ONE!
TWO!
Kickout!
Vargas kicks out and Song rolls away, as she and Vargas make it back to their feet and Song charges in and catches Vargas with a single leg dropkick, which drop Vargas drops to the mat and she rolls herself out of the ring and away from Song. Song makes her way to her feet and she looks where Vargas is before sliding herself out of the ring. She moves around the ring before leaping on the barriers and carefully balance herself on them and then leaps off looking for a crossbody, but Vargas catches her, and Vargas turns and rushes forward and drives Song's spine into the ring post. Vargas drops Song and then proceeds to stomp on her a few times, as the ref yells at her to bring the action back into the ring, but it is ignored at first.
Simone: Vargas kicks out at two. As Song makes her way back to her feet as does Vargas, but Vargas it sent down to the mat once more with a dropkick. Vargas bail from the ring.
Adams: Song joins Vargas outside the ring, where she looks to go high risk, but it doesn't pay off, as Vargas catches song and drives her into the ring post.
Simone: Ouch! Vargas drops Song and then follows up with several stomps.
Vargas looks up at the ref and then bends down and grabs Song and pulls her up, where she hits the 2 to Tango/Tango for Two (Arm wrench followed by a hook kick to the face of an opponent).
The ref now begins a count…
ONE!
TWO!
Adams: Vargas hits the 2 to tango/tango for two… that a mouthful.
Vargas picks up Song by the hair and toss her into the barriers, as she looks to the ref again wondering how much time she has.
THREE!
FOUR!
Simone: The ref is up to four, as Vargas shows her ruthless side.
Vargas smirks and turn back to Song, where she partially pulls her up the hair and then proceeds to hit a curb stomp.
FIVE!
SIX!
Vargas takes a step backwards and then partially rolls herself into the ring and then slides back out breaking the count, much to the annoyance of the referee, who starts again. As Vargas grabs Song once more and pulls her up, where she props her up against the ring post and she puts a finger to her lips to shush the fans up, which partially works.
Adams: Curb stomp to Song, as Vargas then slides into the ring and out again breaking the count. She then goes back to Song and pulls her up, as she tries to hush the fans.
ONE!
TWO!
Vargas goes to fire in a knife edge chop, but Song drops herself to her knees and Vargas knife edge chops the ring post with a loud thud and a yelp, as brings her arm in, while Song crawls away from Vargas.
THREE!
FOUR!
Simone: Well everyone heard the chop and the bone on ring post.
Adams: and Vargas' yelp.
Vargas holds her arm, as Song shakes her head to remove the cobwebs.
FIVE!
SIX!
Vargas gingerly moves her arm about – testing it, as Song grabs the barriers and pulls herself up.
SEVEN!
Song and Vargas exchange looks.
EIGHT!
Simone: Great minds think alike and not wanting to get counted out.
Vargas turns and rolls herself into the ring, as Song runs and slides in as they both break the ref's count, and they make their way to their feet. Song takes her time as she leans against the ropes, as Vargas grits her teeth, and she charges in but Song is ready for her and sends Vargas up and over the ropes and onto the apron. Vargas turns and Song grabs Vargas' arm and she jumps and brings Vargas' arm down onto the top rope. Vargas drops to a knee and Song grabs Vargas by the hair and drags her onto the middle rope and quickly hits a knee to the temple before following up with a roundhouse kick.
Adams: Both take a few moments, before Vargas rushes in, but Songs sends Vargas to the apron. Song then hangs Vargas' arm on the ropes before dragging through the ropes and delivers a knee to the temple and then a roundhouse kick.
Vargas hangs on the ropes for a moment before Song drags Vargas into the ring, where she drops and goes for a cover!
ONE!
TWO!
Th…kickout!
Simone: She goes for a cover, but Vargas kicks out.
Song shakes her head, as she rubs her head before making her way to her feet and grabs Vargas and puts her up, where she Irish whips her across the ring and Vargas comes back Song tries for the Loti's Melody: (Sweet Chin Music), but Vargas ducks and as Song turns Vargas tries for a Be Still My Heart (Savate/Superkick), but Song ducks and drops and trip Vargas up.
Adams: Song pulls Vargas up as she looks to catch her with a superkick, but Vargas attempts to counter with a superkick of her own, but that is also dodged, and Song trips Vargas is.
Song turns and leaps on Vargas with and does the Tongan death grip (Choke hold Submission), Vargas kicks her legs about before pushing Song off her and she rolls away to the ropes. Song makes her way to her feet and she rushes passed Vargas and as she comes back she clubs her across the back of her head but before Vargas drops, Song grabs Vargas and locks in the The song of pain: (Million Dollar Dream sleeper Hold).
Simone: Vargas is in trouble here, as she slips free of the choke hold submission, but will she escape the sleeper hold
Song tosses Vargas about, which Vargas tries to stay standing, but bit by bit she begins to fade and Song drags Vargas down to the mat and stops moving Vargas about and squeezes a little tighter, as the ref moves in and grabs Vargas' arm and raises it up and it simply flops down. The ref raises it again and splats on the mat and the ref shakes their head and indicates for the bell to be rung.
Adams: No need for the third attempts. Vargas is out.
DING DING DING!
Justin: Winner of this match via submission… Song.
Songs music hits over the p.a, as releases Vargas and makes her way to her feet, as the ref helps her up and raises her arm in victory.
We get a camera shot of Felix THE CAT Hernandez walking down the backstage area as he is headed to the dressing room of Bill Barnhart so the two of them can make their way to the Staging area to be ready for their match against Kevin Carter. When Felix arrives as the dressing room he knocks on the door and Bea Barnhart opens the door and invites him inside.
Felix: Bill are you ready for our match against Kevin Carter?
Bill: I am always ready for every match I am assigned to.
Felix: How about you Bea?
Bea: I am always ready to perform my duties as Manager for you or Bill or both of you as in this match.
Felix: Uh, Bea, are you planning on bringing the Briefcase to ringside just in case we need to have it work some magic for us?
Bea: You know that I do not control the Briefcase so if it does not tag along with us when we make our entrance then so be it. I will leave the Briefcase under the control of the Entity inside of it.
Felix: Thanks. I will go ahead of you two so that I will already be at the staging area when you two arrive there. See you in a bit.
Felix Hernandez exits the Dressing room of Bill and Bea and he walks down the hallway toward the staging area. When he is out of camera range the camera person returns to focusing on Bill and Bea Barnhart.
The camera person returns to focusing on Bill and Bea Barnhart in their dressing room.
Bill: Bea I need you to not do anything at ringside as our Manager to give any type of indication that there is cheating going on in the match. The only exception is if the Entity that contreols the Briefcase decides to do something that involves the briefcase you need to step away and not get directly involved with the entity.
Bea: Got it Bill.
Bill: Also if friends of Kevin Carter run to ringside and perpetrate an attack on me or Felix or both of us then you leave ringside and return to our dressing room so that there is no way anyone can claim that we instigated the problems in the match.
Bea: I will do that Bill.
Bill: Time for us to get to the staging area to be ready to make our entrance for our match.
Bea: I am ready to go Bill.
Bill and Bea exit their dressing room and head down the hallway to get to the staging area where they will meet up with Felix Hernandez and the three of them will make the entrance together for their match.
When Bill and Bea are out of camera range the camera person cuts their camera feed.
The scene opens backstage where we see Harper and Josh standing by with Pussy Willow.
Pussy: Harper, should I bring up what happened between you and Jessie last week?
Harper: Do you really have too?
Harper asks with an annoyed huff.
Joshua: They talked it out after the show, it's been resolved.
Harper: After she ambushed me in the parking lot.
Jessie: Not my fault you went with the most obvious choice.
Jessie steps into view with her arms crossed.
Jessie: And don't worry, there won't be any slapping this week, since Harper has a match and all.
Harper: Speaking of matches, you entering the Open Invite Match?
Jessie shakes her head.
Jessie: Keira's training has helped me shake off the ring rust but I'm still not at the level I want to be, I'll be at High Stakes but I won't be wrestling.
Jessie tilts her head at Harper.
Jessie: What about you? I know Cassie's thrown her hat into the ring for that match?
Harper: Not sure if they'll let me since I'll already have that match with Bobbie.
Joshua: I mean it is Open Invite.
Harper: I know but I'll wait to see what the official word is.
Pussy: Speaking of matches, thoughts on you and Bobbie's match against the Zdunichs?
Harper: It'll be interesting to see how they handle us but the only thing I'm worried about is Bobbie's leg, otherwise? I'm entering High Stakes with momentum on my side.
Harper walks off with Jessie and Josh as the scene fades.
By this point the cameras had returned to the ringside area. They were all geared up for the next scheduled contest of the night. The Felix The Cat theme song hits the speakers as Felix Hernandez, who has the nickname The Cat, steps out from the backstage area carrying his trademark stainless-steel briefcase he calls his Magic Bag of Tricks. He stops at the middle of the landing while the Felix The Cat theme song plays. "Felix the Cat, the wonderful, wonderful. cat. Whenever he gets into a fix, he reaches into his magic bag of tricks. Felix the Cat, the wonderful, wonderful, cat. You'll laugh so much your sides will ache. Your heart will go pitter pat. Watching Felix the wonderful cat."
Justin: The following contest is a handicap match. Rules state that only one man of the handicap team can be in the ring at a time. They must tag in and out legally to become part of the match. Now introducing first from Athens, Georgia. Weighing in tonight at one hundred and sixty five pounds. FELIX 'The Cat' HERNANDEZ!
When the song ends Felix Hernandez starts to walk down the ramp to the ring. When he arrives at ringside he walks up the ring steps then ducks through the ropes into the ring. After playing up the crowd for a short time Felix walks to a corner where he slides his stainless-steel briefcase under the ropes onto the ring apron. Felix then leans back into the corner to await the arrival of his tag partner for the night.
Adams: You want to know the one thing I do not understand Belinda?
Simone: What's that?
Adams: If Mark made this match to push Kevin Carter. Why on earth did he choose Felix and Bill? And more importantly than that why did he make this match a situation where they had to tag out?
Simone: Uh, I guess those are fair points to make. I don't know that I have the answer for it.
Adams: There has to be something we are missing here. Mark's a smart man. A very smart man. We're just missing the details somehow.
"Raise Your Glass" by Pink hits the speakers and we see Bill Barnhart walk out from the backstage area holding a pink glass chalice in his hand. He is followed by his English Bulldog Iris leading her by a pink leash attached to her pink diamond-studded collar. When the song comes to the lyrics: Raise your glass Bill Barnhart raises the chalice into the air.
Justin: Introducing his tag team partner. Being accompanied to the ring by Bea Barnhart. From Lawrenceville, Georgia. Weighing in at two hundred and forty pounds. He is 'The Bulldog' BILL BARNHART!
The crowd gives a mixed reaction to Barnhart. The two make their way to the ring where Bill hands the chalice to a ring attendant to hold onto until the match is over. Bill enters the ring then walks around the ring playing the crowd before settling into a corner. Where he finds himself talking to Felix assumingly going over their strategy for the match.
Simone: I would like to take the time to point out. Bill brought Bea down to the ring with him tonight. That woman has a major role in Felix's big win last week against Kris Ryans.
Adams: She sure did. Assisting with that briefcase Felix brought out here again tonight. Normally, I'd be against any form of cheating. I want to see things end fair and square. But considering who they're facing tonight. I think I turn the other cheek if they start to do some dirty deeds.
Simone: Hey, you do realize that Carter isn't exactly one to play fair either right?
Adams: Of course I do! That's why I said I'll look the other cheek if they do it. Carter deserves nothing but the worst of things to happen to him.
Simone: For your sake. I am going to hope that's something he doesn't hear.
The venue was filled with an excited crowd. Lots and lots of cheers. As well as chatter could be heard throughout as they were all patiently awaiting the next bit of action to take place. There was a sudden dim of the venue lights. Only to be replaced with the flashes of green and white strobe lights. All while the opening to "The Devil In I" by SlipKnot began to play over the speaker system. Those first couple of notes had the crowd's tune changing. Boos ringing out heavily and for no other reason than they were not the least bit pleased with who was about to make their way out.
Only a few seconds had passed before the camera angle had changed just in time to see the curtain being pushed aside and the man of the hour stepping through said curtain. In an all black zip up hoodie with the hood up was none other than the Entity of Sin City Wrestling, Kevin Carter. He stood there at the top of the makeshift ramp with a glare in his eyes while glaring out at the booing fans. His facial expressions said it all. Feeling a certain amount of disgust in having to be before them, but he just ignored their boos as he began to make his journey down to the ring.
Justin: And now finally introducing their opponent for the night! Making his way to the ring at this time. From the most vile part of Los Angeles, California. Weighing in at two hundred and eighteen pounds. He is a true Scumbag. The Entity of Sin City Wrestling, KEVIN CARTER!
By the time the proper introduction had come to an end from Justin, he had reached the ringside area. A short little jog Kevin leaped onto the ring apron planting his right knee pad into the mat and using the ropes to pull himself up to a vertical basis on the ring apron. The boos seemed to have only gotten louder in those few moments he made his way down to the ring. As he stood there the man proceeded to bring both his hands up in the air with a middle finger on each hand. As one would have expected, it didn't do Kevin any favors. Not by a long shot.
All types of comments were starting to be hurled in his direction along with those boos. Kevin smirked with hatred as he lowered his hands and then gripped the top rope with his left hand before swinging one leg over the middle rope. Ducking down under the top rope to finish climbing into the ring. In a true prick fashion, he took what appeared to be a small 'victory' lap around the ring culminating in him stopping in the middle of the ring. Dropping to his knees and flipping his hood back to his jacket before tossing his arms out at his side. The boos continued to ring in from the disapproving crowd as Kevin smirked a little more. Undoing his jacket as he stood up to his feet. The music started to fade out as he retreated to his corner tossing said jacket to the floor.
Adams: I have to say I am a little surprised that he came out here on his own tonight. Especially considering the situation he's been put in.
Simone: I agree with you there Jason, but at the same time. We've seen this before. Just because we don't see J2H or Alexander Raven out here right now. That doesn't mean they're not lurking in the shadows somewhere.
DING DING DING!
Carter and Felix came out of their respective corners the moment the bell rang to start the match. Heading right for the center of the ring to meet each other. Felix had every intention of locking up with the man called the Entity of Sin City Wrestling, but the moment he got close. Carter completely blindsided him with a SPINNING BACKFIST catching Felix right on the point of his jaw with such a force it could be heard. Felix hit the mat like a sack of potatoes. As expected boos began to be hurled in Carter's direction for what he had done. The man unbothered as he simply put his arms out at his side in an arrogant manner and began to take a slow victory lap around the ring while smirking.
Adams: What a prick Carter is. Who gloats over something like this?
Simone: Clearly, he does. At this point though Jason. There's nothing that this vile creature of a man does that surprises me or should surprise anyone for that matter.
Adams: Maybe so... and I know I am meant to be as unbiased as possible. That's my job but after everything we have seen from Carter in his return. He makes it harder and harder each week for me to remain that way.
Felix despite that dazed state he was in. Those natural body instincts began to kick in knowing he was a wrestler as the man tried to stand himself up. Carter quickly turned around and took notice of this. That wasn't going to happen on his watch. No sooner than Felix got his feet up and under him. Carter grabbed the man by his head, yanking on the hair of Feliix and turned him around.
Just for him to send Felix flying across the ring with a HIP TOSS that landed him right in his own corner where Bill stood on the apron. Carter's arrogance oozed out of him a little more as he began shouting and daring Bill to tag himself into the match. Bill wasn't the type of man to back down from a challenge. He reached over the ropes patting Felix on the shoulder and made himself the legal man.
Simone: We all know one thing about Bill. It does not matter who is standing across from him in the ring. He's not going to back down from them. Now whether that's a good thing or a bad thing. That's up to people to interpret on their own. We just know he isn't going to back down.
Adams: Not trying to be a hater here, but I do have to say. There's been quite a few instances over the years where Bill hasn't proven himself not to be the smartest man on the planet. However in this situation, I don't even think he needs to be smart. Just be a man that uses his size to his advantage.
Simone: Cannot deny that Bill is a hoss. Got some size to him especially when it comes to Kevin, but we'll just have to wait and see how that plays out.
Bill found himself pushing down on the middle rope with those massive hands of his and ducking under the top in an attempt to get into the ring. Carter wasn't about to play fair as one should have expected. As cut Bill off with a series of clubs to the back of the neck. Followed with a couple of cheap shots to the ribs with the point of his toe in those wrestling boots. Finally one of those kicks landed just right to make Bill fall the rest of the way into the ring putting him down on his hands and knees.
Realizing the situation before him. Carter let a smirk cross his lips for a brief second as he turned himself around and went sprinting towards the ropes. He hit them with force and came rushing back, but before he had a chance to do anything. Bill rose right up to his knees and took that huge hand to connect with a OPEN HAND CHOP across the tattooed chest of Carter. The impact sounded like a shotgun going off as Carter dropped to his backside holding his chest while winching in pain from the chop.
He then rolled himself over and tried to will himself to his feet. Carter was able to get up, but by the time he did. Bill was already on his feet and waiting in the winds. Carter holding his chest slowly turned around to come face to face with Bill. Before he could react Bill grabbed him by his throat and then lifted him up into the military press position in an effortless manner. Panic set in on Carter's face as he began to shake his head no. Bill getting a running start before LAUNCHING Carter over the top rope and out of the ring. Carter went flying landing chest first on the guard real at the ringside. Hitting it harshly before his body violently flung down to the floor.
Adams: My god! He just took Carter and shot-putted him out of the ring!
Simone: Bill just sent a message loud and clear to Kevin!
Adams: I don't know if the man is even going to get up from that. Did you see the way he landed on that guard rail?!
Simone: I sure did. I'd be very surprised if that man didn't do some kind of internal damage.
Adams: Sounds like Mark's plan might've had some method to the madness after all!
Carter laid there on the floor gasping for air as the fans at ringside stood up just booing him for the sake of doing so. With Carter on the outside it left Dawn no other option but to begin utilizing that ten count.
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
FOUR!
FIVE!
By that point Carter was using the ring apron to pull himself up. He was looking up into the ring where Bill stood just standing there taunting him to get into the ring.
SIX!
SEVEN!
Before the count could go any further. Carter rolled himself into the ring and forced Dawn to stop. However before anything else could happen. Bill aggressively grabbed a hold of Carter by the head yanking him up to his feet. Before slamming his hand across the throat of Carter and then again with any true effort needed. He lifted Carter right back into the air and then brought him down with a thunderous CHOKESLAM in the middle of the ring. Bill falling to his knees to be able to make the cover.
ONE!
TWO!
CARTER KICKS OUT!
Bill sat there on his knees for a second shaking his head. By this point Felix had managed to get back into the fight as he stood in the corner asking for the tag. Bill grabbed Carter by the hair, lifted him up and began to drag him to the corner where he made a tag to Felix. Right away he leaped into the ring and took a shot right at the rib cage area of Carter with a punch. Bill let go of Carter as he dropped to his knees and he began to step out onto the apron. From there Felix grabbed Carter by the head and dragged him to the center of the ring. Lifting him up for a brief moment but brought him right back down for a SUPLEX in the middle of the ring. Felix quickly gets himself into position to make the cover.
ONE!
TWO!
CARTER KICKS OUT AGAIN!
Simone: I gotta give it to Felix and Bill right now. They were able to get this match in their favor much quicker than I had anticipated them doing so.
Adams: They sure did. Surprising considering how hot this match started off with Carter just obliterating Felix's face with that backfist.
Simone: Just goes to show that pacing is everything. Slowing it down and waiting for the right moment to come to you. It can go a long way.
Felix didn't look too pleased with Carter kicking out. He got right to his feet and found himself grabbing a hold of the foot of Carter. He was attempting that signature ANKLE LOC-NO! Carter used both his feet to his advantage by kicking Felix backwards and away from him. Carter rolled backwards to get up to his feet and as he stood up he saw Felix charging towards him. His reflexes kicked in as he drilled Felix in the face with a SHUFFLE SIDE KICK taking all of Felix's momentum away and putting him down on the mat.
Those boos started to return when they realized Carter was going to be in control once again. He watched as Felix rolled to his hands and knees as if he was going to try to push himself up. Right then Carter reached down, hooking him by his head and neck. Carter yanked the man up off the mat and took him over head with "NO MORE MEMORIES" making sure to spike Felix's head off the mat when doing so. He flopped over onto his back with Carter crawling to him to make the cover.
Adams: That half nelson driver of Carter's is deadly looking!
ONE!
Simone: It never looks good when you violently spike your opponent on their head and neck. The human body isn't made to do something like that!
TWO!
Adams: Indeed it isn't. We're finding that out right now!
TH-
Dawn's hand was coming down for a three but before it could connect. Bill found himself KICKING Carter right in the back of the head to break up the pin. Dawn was quick to get to her feet and warn Bill about his actions, but he backed himself up into the corner and got out of the ring. Carter was holding the back of his head as he managed to start getting to his feet. Once he was up he looked to see that Felix was using the ropes in the corner to pull himself up.
Taking a full charge at Felix. Carter leaped up into the air aiming for a SPLA-NO! Felix moved out of the way at the last second. Carter hitting his head on the top turnbuckle and came stumbling out of the corner backwards. Felix had enough time to hit the ropes, to get some momentum, and when he got close. He leaped into the air grabbing Carter by his head. Slamming him face down into the mat with a RUNNING BULLDOG spiking Carter's face off the mat. As soon as he flopped onto his back Felix made the cover in hopes of a massive win.
Simone: Felix hit that trademark running bulldog of his! He's about to pick up two massive back to back wins!
ONE!
Adams: Could you imagine where this could launch Felix in the rankings around here?!
TWO!
Simone: We're talking possible future title shots! Main events galore. So much!
THR- CARTER PUTS HIS FOOT ON THE BOTTOM ROPE!
Dawn took notice of the man's foot and stopped the count. Everyone in the building saw this, it just sucked the lift out of the crowd. Felix looked quite confused as he uncovered Carter and found himself approaching Dawn about the issue. About that time Bea could be seen sliding a briefcase in the corner of the ring. Before she ran around the ring and leaped up on the apron. This pulled Dawn's attention in her direction now with Felix quickly turning around and going right for the briefcase. Almost like it was the plan all along.
He snagged it up off the mat and held it in his hands. Turning towards Carter and taunting him to stand up on his feet. Carter little by little with the help of the ropes managed to do so. Once he let go of the ropes and turned around. Felix charged him with that briefcase in hand, but Carter had it scouted as he connected with a modified version of "SOON FORGOTTEN" forcing that briefcase to smack against Felix's face as it took the man off his feet and sent the briefcase flying out of the ring. Felix seemingly out cold, Carter made the cover. Dawn, at least hearing Felix's body hit the mat, turned away from Bea to see the cover. She literally threw herself down by them to make the count.
Adams: Bea tried to assist Felix with that briefcase for a second week in a row!
ONE!
Simone: And it blew up in their faces!
TWO!
Adams: Carter is a low down dirty scumbag himself, of course he saw something like that coming!
THRE- BILL YANKED CARTER BY HIS FOOT OFF OF FELIX!
Simone: Bill once again for the save on his team!
Adams: That was so close to being over, Bill got there just in time!
Bill wasted no time at all with dropping a huge ELBOW down on the chest of Carter driving the air out of the man's lungs. Once he stood up Dawn was right in Bill's face to tell him he wasn't the legal man and he needed to get out. He ignored her as he grabbed a hold of Feliix's limp body and began to drag him over to the corner by his wrist. Once he was close Bill stepped out of the ring and then reached back over to tag Felix to make himself legal.
Right away Bill found himself getting right back into the ring. This is when Bea found himself jumping right back onto the ring apron to gain Dawn's attention for a second time. With the distraction there Bill could be seen digging into his tights and quickly revealed a pair of BRASS KNUCKLES were in his tights. He started to slip them on just as Carter stood himself back up. He turned around and saw Bill approaching him. Right away Carter dropped down to his knees and caught Bill by surprise with a LOW BLOW on the big man.
Simone: He went low! He went low!
Adams: They're cheating backfired on them again!
Simone: Like you said a few moments ago. Carter is a scumbag himself. He sees this kind of thing coming!
Adams: And he's about to make them pay for it!
Simone: I hope not! I can't stand to see this man win again!
Bill was doubled over from the low blow with Carter happening to take notice of the brass knuckles. He quickly grabbed Bill's hand and yanked them off. Putting them on his own hand as he stood a step back. As soon as Bill looked up at him Carter landed a HUGE PUNCH with those brass knuckles catching Bill on the jaw and spinning him inside out. Carter tosses those knuckles out of the ring just as Dawn turned around seeing a dazed Bill come FALLING into Bea on the apron and sending her flying to the floor by accident. Carter grabbed Bill by the wrist and spun him around before lifting him onto his shoulders.
Adams: Oh boy. The writing is on the wall here!
Simone: It sure looks like it. Can't help but to feel a little bad for Bea. That's a massive man that just sent her flying to the floor.
Adams: That's the risk she takes when she goes inserting herself into these kinds of matches!
With the man on his shoulders Carter turned to head back to the center of the ring. As he did so though Felix came LEAPING off the top rope, but that turned out to be a fatal mistake as he landed on top of Bill unable to change the momentum. Only for Carter to quickly dump BOTH men off his shoulders with a DOUBLE "INTO THE ABYSS" smack dab in the middle of the ring. The crowd fell silent for a brief moment. Quite shocked and impressed with what they just saw. Felix went rolling towards the corner of the ring, Carter throwing himself on top of Bill for the cover.
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
DING DING DING!
Justin: Here is your winner, KEEEEVVVVIIIINNNN CAAAARRRRTTTTEEEERRRR!
Of course with the realization of the man picking up yet another win. The crowd's silence had no longer lasted with their boos starting to come in and be hurdled at him. Carter found himself sitting in the middle of the ring with a sinister smirk spread across his lips. Looking mighty proud of himself to say the very least.
Simone: I cannot believe what I just witnessed. A double Into The Abyss?!
Adams: That's just the thing Belinda. No one has ever said Carter wasn't good in the ring. No one has ever said he wasn't impressive. Just no one likes how he carries himself, what he stands for, or any of the whining and crying he does every week.
Simone: You have to wonder what Mark feels right about now. He made this match with the purpose of punishing Carter before their Street Fight at High Stakes and the man just took it on the chin!
Adams: Something tells me in the back of Mark's head. He knew this was a very real possibility, but if anything at all. He just got scout Carter and see how low the man was willing to go. Making sure he comes prepared.
Simone: I sure hope he does. I don't know if we can all work in a world where Carter gets to gloat about how he beat one of the bosses!
Inside the ring Carter was getting right up to his feet. Demanding that Dawn raise his hand in the air. That's exactly what she did. Grabbing his wrist and holding it up, but this didn't do the man any favors at all. Those loud boos and those negative comments could still be heard. Carter only smirked at what he heard before yanking his hand away from Dawn and started to climb out of the ring. That's when the cameras found themselves cutting to the backstage area.
Julianna DiMaria is backstage with her internet championship and she's scrolling through a tablet that she brought with her to the arena. She seems to be more amused than anything as she looks at her screen. She rolls her eyes almost as if she's not surprised by what she is seeing whatsoever and then she shuts of the tablet before putting it aside.
Julianna: I guess the people have spoken…
Julianna shrugs as she slings her championship over her shoulder.
Julianna: My question is… why did it even have to come down to a poll? Don't get me wrong, I am willing to defend against anyone at any time. You're not going to tell me that I would've wanted to avoid any of the people up for the poll because that would've never been true. But at the same time, you're not going to tell me that there's all that much ambition in this division either. If there actually WAS any ambition around here, you'd have people wanting to chomp at the bit trying to take this title away from me and…
In before "well you're not interesting" or "you're not doing enough" or any of that typical mind numbing narrative bullshit that people like to create out of thin air. I've been here long enough to know that people creating the stupidest shit out of thin air to fit whatever warped bullshit they want to sell… like Alexandra trying to call me a "faded star" when I've only had two losses in my entire career here and I've been here how long now? About a year and a half?
Julianna rolls her eyes and even has a laugh at this.
Julianna: High Stakes is going to represent an upgrade from that, but that's not saying much when you consider that last week's bar was rather low to begin with. It's not like I'm not USED to being disrespected with false narratives, outright lies and all of this other bullshit. I mean, at least the poll guarantees I don't have to face Alexandra again should in fact, she lose that triple threat match later because man, I think you'd have to get drunk to get through one of her promos these days. Let me just say that I don't have much respect for people being up my ass on Twitter then turning around and trying to bury me in bullshit the moment they wrestle against me so maybe people like her should just take their "worthless carcass" to quote another stupid thing she said about me and shove it through the dirt or something.
Then again, she does a hell of a job doing that herself with some of the shit that comes out of her mouth. But you know, she's STILL a fucking verbal saint compared to what I faced at Violent Conduct and I've beaten the dead horse on that LONG enough so I'm not going to get into it. Still, you have to go to LAST High Stakes to when I was having this bullshit come my way.
Remember when I was challenging Courtney Pierce for the world title at the same event last year?
Wait… IN before "LOL YOU FELL OFF FROM LAST YEAR BECAUSE YOU WENT FROM WORLD TITLE TO INTERNET TITLE TROLLOLOLOL"
Because seriously, most women in this division can't come up with anything FUCKING ORIGINAL
Julianna pauses and rolls her eyes.
Julianna: Anyway, she was CONSTANTLY calling me a "nobody", trying to bury me in the dirt and then when I BEAT HER, she was trying to undercut me two weeks later all while she was crying "fluke" only for me to have a solid six month reign only for me to beat her again and for her to fade away… though she picked up this championship I have now but that doesn't count because all she did was bury this belt in the dirt and make it clear that she didn't care for it. Thank god Tempest ended up with it in the long run for the sake of this championship.
So, as it stands? My road to 350 and breaking Myra Rivers's record goes through the biggest show of the year and I know who my opponent's going to be now. At least I know Bella isn't as stupid as the people I've mentioned up to this point for better or worse.
Look at the other possible contenders…
The best challenge might have been one of Alicia or Andrea to be fair…
Mercedes? Kind of a resurgence this year but.. Eh…
Song? She doesn't seem to give a shit anymore.
Cassie Wolfe? Automatically disqualified as a contender. Didn't she JUST get her first win here?
Crystal Hilton? Oh god FUCK OFF… I'm surprised she hasn't tried to shove her head up Andrea's ass… again…
So maybe the fans got this one right. Hopefully.
But I think we know how this story's going to end…
Julianna grabs her tablet and then makes her way out of the scene before it cuts out.
Climax Control cuts to backstage where Andrea Hernandez is standing by. The cheers for her are louder than last week as she thinks about what is coming up shortly. She doesn't seem nervous nor does she seem like the moment is going to be overwhelming for her. She is, however, expressing a hint of annoyance on her face but she seems to be taking her time a bit as she chooses her words carefully for a moment. She then looks at the camera and tells it as it is like she's been known to do.
Andrea: The match and the situation speaks for itself. But before I face Alexandra and Alicia, I want to talk about the whole story so far. Four years ago, I was in a similar situation where there were world title implications. It was the first time I was ever on that SCW cruise and it turned out to be the worst night of my career. There was a battle royal shortly after that where I could've gotten another shot at the world title, but I just didn't want to deal with the world title at that point. I wanted to just run away from it and never look back. That was the last time I was close to the SCW Bombshells World Championship. So, after a long time of running away from what caused me so much grief and after a two year time away from this company, here I am, one win away from High Stakes.
A familiar face in Alicia Lukas is in my way and I'm not going to harp too much about what she had to say because, you know, it's expected for the most part. With Alicia, I know that she's real. I know what to expect from her. I know she's never particularly liked me, but such a thing doesn't bother me anymore. That being said, considering how she was such a road block for me in the early stages of my SCW career, especially when it involved the world championship, it's fitting that she's in this match. It's fitting that I have to get by her to get to High Stakes. I welcome that because seriously, does it get much more poetic than that?
Well, I suppose if Evie Jordan was in this match too…
But more on her in a bit…
I will say this though, despite my feelings toward Alicia, at least I can say that she is real. At least I know where she stands. At least I know what she stands for, even if I may not agree with EVERYTHING that she stands for, but she's consistent. She won't bullshit you. She won't feed lies into the ether. For as much of a roadblock as she was, she was definitely the lesser of two evils between her and Evie when I had that summer collapse that I did four years ago…
Andrea takes a bit of a pause as she thinks about that time. She knows that it was the hardest time of her career considering that her father also passed during the 'summer of Hell' as she has put it in the past. But when her mind drifts to her other opponent, it becomes natural to feel angry. Even then, she's STILL keeping as calm as I can.
Andrea: Evie was a manipulative, insecure, piece of fucking shit that fed nothing but slander and nothing but lies to the ether about me. She would take any word I said or any action I took, and she blew them up to a grand degree twisting the narrative to fit her bullshit no matter how bullshit her rhetoric was. She came out and painted this picture like I was the worst SCW Bombshells World Champion ever. I know I'm not facing her tonight, but god, in a way it FEELS like I am… because my GOD, I listen to the BULLSHIT that Alexandria Calaway had to say about me and I wonder what kind of drugs she was on and what part of her ass she pulled her brand of bullshit from. Here's a woman that thinks she's FAR better than what she's actually SHOWN in this company and comes out of the gate every single match that she has, every single promo that she has, and makes up or exaggerates bullshit out of thin air with no rhyme, reason or facts. I don't know if she's projecting her own insecurities or what the fuck is wrong with her, but I will tell you this much…
I'm not going to stand here and label every single inaccuracy and every ounce of bullshit that she put in a promo that my younger half-sister, barely starting her own career by the way, would be able to completely fucking outclass and it wouldn't be close. You know why? Because it's right out of the Evie Jordan playbook and unlike four years ago, I am not going to give that vapid bullshit the time of day because as has been mentored into me, the only TRUTH about me that is actually the TRUTH is the truth that comes from within. Period! Just because you say it, doesn't make it true and just because you win, doesn't make it true. I wish I knew that lesson four years ago, but you live and you learn. I knew it was coming because of how two faced she was with Julianna and how she changes her morals and values every single fucking match and every single fucking promo it seems, but my god, that's the worst promo I've heard against me this side of Evie Jordan and no, Alexandra… being compared to a former world champion is NOT a good thing in this instance.
You're a delusional, paranoid parasite who, for someone who has been in the business as long as you have, clearly cuts a promo like a fucking sixteen year old starting wrestling training. As a competitor? Sure, respect. As a person, you can go fuck yourself because I've put up with ENOUGH bullshit with people like you for ONE SCW run and I'm not going to put up with people making up bullshit about me out of thin air anymore so take your false logic and your lawsuit worthy slander, shove it up your ass, and cry about it, got it? Four years ago, I would cower in the corner with this type of shit, but not only am I fighting back NOW, I'm overcoming it and I know that when I win this tonight, I will have to overcome it again to be World Champion and to exorcize that summer of Hell I had four years ago.
I've got no reason to worry about tonight, I'll say that on the record right now…
Andrea then makes her exit among the heavy cheers from the audience.
Simone: Welcome back to Climax Control and our next match is the finals of the Belle of the Brawl Tournament to determine Kayla Richards' challenger at High Stakes! It's Alexandra Callaway vs. Alicia Lukas vs. Andrea Hernandez in a Hardcore Rules Match!
Adams: All three ladies fought hard to get here! Alicia was the first to qualify after she defeated Prudence Pierce at the first show of the cycle while Alexandra earned her spot by defeating Seleana Zdunich the week after, Andrea was the last to qualify, defeating Song at the Halloween Special to secure her spot but now the three of them duke it out for that shot at Kayla.
Simone: This will be a great match, let's take it to Justin!
Justin: The following is the finals of the Belle of the Brawl Tournament, scheduled for one fall and will be contested under Hardcore Rules!
"I still wear this crown"
Justin: Introducing first, from Atlanta, Georgia, "The Strong Style Southern Belle" Alicia Lukas!
"I still wear this crown" By Kittie hits as Alicia steps out with a black hoodie over her upper half with the hood up over her long blond hair. She stands on the stage and reaches up flipping the hood back and looking down at the ring before pointing her finger guns with a smirk. She makes her way down to the ring and runs up the steps before climbing the ropes on the outside, she flips the hood back before putting her arms out , she smiles at the crowd before leaping into the ring from the outside and taking off the hoodie.
Simone: Alicia has been on top of the mountain before, can she get there again?
Adams: We saw Aiden Reynolds win the Toughman Tournament in tonight's opener and you can bet that Alicia wants to repeat his success.
Justin: And her opponents!
The lights go down and "Mine" by Halestorm starts to play. The arena is filled with Red and lights and fog. The Silhouette of Alexandra can be seen at the top of the ramp. She poses on the top of the ramp and as the beat drops, she starts to make her way down the ramp, towards the ring. Stopping halfway down the ramp, she stops looking out over the crowd, before continuing on. She smirks seeing some of the signs people made a cocky smirk crosses her face.
Justin: From DALLAS, TX.. ALEXANDRA CALAWAY!!!!!
Finishing her walk down the ramp, she climbs onto the ring apron and up onto the turnbuckle. She slips into the ring and poses on the ropes, leaning forward on the ropes, sometimes talking shit with people in front row. She watches up the ramp, messing with her hair as she waits for her opponent.
Justin: Alexandra has been extremely impressive since she made her SCW debut last year but she's yet to have title success outside of the Roulette Division.
Adams: That could change with a win tonight!
"Summertime Sadness" hits the venue's soundwaves. Andrea appears on the stage to some strong cheers from the crowd. Andrea acknowledges the crowd and completely focused on the task at hand. She gets up to the ring apron and uses the top rope to slingshot herself into it, acknowledging the crowd even further as she leans against the corner, confidently waiting for what comes next.
Justin: And from Phoenix, Arizona, ANDREA HERNANDEZ!
Simone: It could be argued that Andrea has the most to prove out of these three women even though she's a former World Champion herself.
Adams: She's been saying for months that isn't the same woman she once was, a win here could prove it!
Jacob goes over the rules with the three women and once they confirm that they understand he calls for the bell.
DING DING DING!
Simone: And it's time to determine who challenges Kayla at High Stakes!
Adams: All three women are former champions in their own right, any of those three could pose a serious challenge to Kayla!
Once the bell rings Andrea and Alicia charge at each other and start brawling while Alexandra rolls out of the ring in search of weapons, this goes unnoticed by both Andrea and Alicia even as Alexandra starts throwing weapons into the ring because they are so engrossed in their brawl, needless to say this doesn't help them when Alexandra returns to the ring with a kendo stick, hitting Alicia across the back first (as her back was to Alexandra at that point) and then Andrea in the stomach before she follows that up with a cane assisted Russian Leg Sweep on Andrea!
Simone: Alexandra is in her wheelhouse here, she's a hardcore legend and this is hardcore rules.
Adams: Something Alicia and Andrea just found out the hard way!
Alexandra discards the cane and goes for the first pin of the match on Andrea!
ONE!
TWO!
And Alicia breaks it up, using the cain in the process! Alicia twirls the cane in her hand as Alexandra gets back to her feet but Alexandra had picked up a chair as she was getting up and deflects the cane with the chair! Alexandra gets to her feet and swings with the chair but Alicia ducks out of the way causing the chair to bounce off the top rope and into Alexandra's face! Alexandra stumbles around and Alicia clotheslines her over the top rope, taking the Atlanta native to the outside in the process.
Simone: And after a bit of back and forth Alicia and Alexandra are both on the outside!
Adams: And Andrea is on the inside of the ring! This is a situation where Andrea thrives!
Andrea gets to her feet and spots Alicia and Alexandra on the outside, she grins before Andrea starts hyping up the Tucson Crowd while Alexandra and Alicia are brawling and they look up just in time to see Andrea hit them both with a running Suicide Dive over the ropes Andrea poses for the crowd before she picks up Alexandra and rolls her into the ring before going for a pin on Alexandra.
ONE!
TWO!
And Alexandra gets the shoulder up! Back on the outside Alicia is back on her feet and is grabbing a chair from underneath the ring.
Simone: Andrea's penchant for high flying did her well there as Alexandra just learned.
Adams: But Alicia's ready to get back into the swing of things.
Andrea spots Alicia with the chair and ducks out of the ring with a baseball bat in hand and when Alicia goes to swing with her chair at the same time as Andrea swings with the baseball bat resulting in a stalemate between the two women! But back inside the ring Alexandra is back on her feet and is measuring the two former World Bombshell Champions up for a Suicide Dive of her own! This time though Alicia sees Alexandra coming and pulls Andrea directly into Alexandra's path forcing her to take the full brunt of it!
Simone: Alicia's ring awareness just saved her from Alexandra's dive but the same can't be said for Andrea!
Adams: And now Alexandra's at Alicia's mercy!
When Alexandra gets back to her feet Alicia slams the edge of the chair into Alexandra's midriff, doubling her over before dropping the chair and Alexandra with a DDT onto the chair! Alicia picks up Alexandra and rolls her back into the ring before going for a pin!
ONE!
TWO!
And Alexandra gets the shoulder up! Back on the outside of the ring Andrea is back on her feet and has the baseball but in her hands but back in the ring Alicia is waiting for Alexandra to get back to her feet, the cain from earlier in her hands! When Alexandra gets back to her feet Alicia swings but Alexandra ducks before hitting a Superkick on Alicia! Alexandra goes for a pin!
ONE!
TWO!
And Andrea breaks it up with a Shooting Star Press! Alexandra rolls out of the ring and Andrea goes for a pin on Alicia.
ONE!
TWO!
And Alicia gets her shoulder up! But on the outside of the ring Alexandra is setting up two tables side by side and has a bottle of gasoline in her hands.
Simone: What is Alexandra up to?
Adams: I don't know but I think things are about to get hot for Andrea and Alicia!
Sure enough Alexandra sets the tables on fire and returns to the ring where she starts her brawl with Alicia that spills out onto the apron, neither Bombshell has a clear advantage even when being so close to the flames but Andrea sees her opportunity and takes it, hitting a Running Cross Body THAT SENDS ALL THREE WOMEN THROUGH THE FLAMING TABLES!
Simone: Oh my god! I'm not sure who got the worst of that!
Adams: I'd say it was either Alicia or Alexandra rather than Andrea though!
Crowd: Holy shit! Holy shit! Holy shit! Holy shit!
Jacob immediately checks on all three women but they are (relatively) okay! Andrea gets to her feet first and picks up Alicia before rolling her back into the ring, climbing to the top rope, making a belt motion around her waist and hitting the Rise of the Phoenix!
Simone: And there's Andrea with the Rise of the Phoenix on Alicia!
Adams: Alicia and Alexandra are out, stick a fork in them, they are done!
Andrea goes for the pin!
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
DING DING DING!
Justin: Here is your winner, Andrea Hernandez!
Simone: Andrea just stamped her ticket for High Stakes, it's Hernandez vs. Richards for the title!
Adams: What a match that'll be!
Andrea celebrates her win while medics tend to Alexandra and Alicia.
We cut to the backstage area where we see Harper lacing up her boots ahead of the tag team match between her and Bobbie and the Zdunichs.
Harper: I could sit here and talk about the tag team match, my first one in Sin City Wrestling for that matter, but I need to address the elephant in the room: that challenge last week, and Bobbie's desire to embarrass me because I got sick of being overlooked.
Harper shakes her head as she folds her arms.
Harper: I didn't back down from Tempest when I challenged her to a match, I didn't back down from Alexandra Callaway and Julianna DiMaria when our illustrious Roulette Champion booked me in a handicap match against them, point is? I don't back down from any fucking challenge!
At that point Joshua Acquin and Jessie Salco step into view.
Harper: And with Jessie's mentorship and Josh in my corner? You won't beat me again.
Joshua: Harper is one of the best young stars in the division, and under my guidance she keeps getting better.
Jessie: And even if you beat her Bobbie? Well, Harper has something to say about that.
Harper: If you make me wear that costume? I'll owe it, I'll even ask for a match at the post High Stakes Climax Control, you won't embarrass me!
Harper grins.
Harper: See you at High Stakes Bobbie, challenge accepted.
Harper fist bumps Josh and Jessie as the scene fades.
We cut backstage to find Alex Jones walking down the hallway looking agt his phone he looks up and shakes his head with a sigh putting his phone in his pocket.
Alex: What?.....
The camera pulls out to find SCW World bombshells champion Kayla Richards, her arms folded over her chest.
Kayla: Are you ready to be the leader you keep thinking you are?.....
Before Alex can answer Kayla continues putting her hands up.
Kayla: Look, I understand that you don't wanna get in the middle of this but you are. And I spent last week telling Finn that he shouldn't send a goddamn resignation letter into you. You and I might never see either eye. We have a past. You slept with my sister, I had to watch as you destroyed the guy who trained me despite the fact that he was a dick. We know each other. But at the end of the day, that gym is something that Finn loves. And he went through so much when it came to Miles. So you need to man up, pull your pampers up and be a leader
Alex: Ok… let me lay this out for you. This is an issue between Finn and Miles. Miles is not getting kicked out of the gym. Hell keeping him inside it might be more of a punishment at this point and is something that Finn requested. Because he knows that all of the people who were friends with Miles are disappointed in him and are treating him like shit so he's honestly way more miserable being at the gym and being a part of it and he would be getting kicked out where he could play the martyr. And maybe if you weren't so arrogant you'd open your goddamn eyes and see it. So what else do you want me to do Kayla? What do you want me to do to be a leader?
Kayla: Make sure that as a trainer and a teacher you teach Miles the one thing that we all learned very quickly. Newtons law. Every action has an equal and opposite reaction. He's done a lot of things to fin and he's yet to realise that his actions have consequences. All I'm asking is that maybe, just maybe. You help teach him that actions have consequences
Kayla takes a deep breath and shakes her head, leaving Alex alone to think. Alex shakes his head and throws his arms in the air, unsure of what he should do or say
Bobbie Dahl is seen backstage with Artie. She has a smirk on her face as she just saw Harper accept her challenge for High Stakes XIV. Bobbie rubs her hands together and chuckles.
Bobbie: Oh this is going to be so much fun!
Artie scratches his head and stares at Bobbie awkwardly.
Artie: Hopefully this doesn't backfire on you.
Bobbie waves that thought off with a wave of her right hand.
Bobbie: Trust me, it won't. Harper may think it will, but I'm going to make sure she dresses the part she's been playing.
Bobbie pauses, remembering her upcoming match.
Bobbie: AFTER this tag team match of course…
Bobbie shrugs then takes Artie's hand and leads him away.
Justin: The next match is scheduled for one fall, Please Welcome, BOBBIE DAHL!!!!!
The open beats to "Happy" by Pharrell Williams starts to play. The line 'Clap along if you know that happiness is the truth' appears on the screen and the fans start to clap along to the music. They clap alone for a few moments, waiting for who they know is about to walk through the curtain.
After the music plays for some time, Bobbie Dahl bursts through the curtains, clapping along with the music and the fans. She is joined by Artie at her side as they both smile and get amped up along with the fans.
Bobbie and Artie then start making their way to the ring, high fiving fans along the way. Once to the ring, Artie walks up the steps first, and sits on the second rope, holding it open for his lady. She steps through the ropes then gets the fans to cheer louder for her as she stands in the middle of the ring. Artie exits the ring a few moments later, taking his place on the outside to support his wife.
Justin: And her partner for tag team action…
Jonathon Young's cover of "New Divide" by Linkin Park hits the speakers and Harper emerges from the back throwing some kicks in the air to the opening beat as her manager Joshua Acquin watches on with approval, once the initial lyrics hit Harper does a spinning roundhouse kick before dropping to one knee and throwing up the Devil Horns.
Justin: From Orlando, Florida and being accompanied by Joshua Acquin, she is the "Slaytanic Avenger" HARPER MASON!
Once Harper hears her name called she jumps to her feet with a massive grin on her face, she sprints down to the ring clapping hands with the fans at ringside before she jumps into the ring and down a forward roll landing on her knees and grinning broadly, ready to throw down with her opponent, Josh applauds his charge from the outside as they wait her opponent.
Justin: And their opponents, Seleana Zdunich
The arena fades to black as the screen lights up and we are treated to an old school movie countdown image.
5
4
3
Suddenly the countdown is stopped by claws slashing through the image and a cat's roar sounds through the arena. Janet Jackson's "Black Cat" blasts through the speakers and Seleana Zdunich walks through the entranceway and makes her way to the ring, slapping hands along the way as the crowd cheers her on.
Justin: and her partner Crystal Zdunich
The arena fades to black and as it does we are treated to the loud sounds of Let It Go by Demi Lovato blasting all across the speakers. We are treated to fog filling the arena that looks like mist and snow flurries begin to fall from the ceiling. As the music picks up we can see two figures emerging through the curtain. Those figures are the Zdunichs. Seleana claps for her wife as Crystal emerges out in blue top with white ruffles on the front and extended down to her knee on the left side. She wears a short, black lace skirt with a white belt. She wears blue glovelets fastened by black straps. She has black ribbons on her upper arms and knee-high brown UGG Style boots with no heel. Crystal smirks as she has a white rose in her hand and she smells it bringing a smile to her face.
Justin: Making her way to the ring born in Detroit Michigan representing Los Angeles, California she is "The Winter Rose" Crystal Zdunich!!!
Crystal walks down the aisle all smiles. She claps the hands of the outstretched fans as she stops and hands her white rose to a special little girl in the audience. She finally makes it to the ring where she does a split to enter the ring. She rises back up and blows kisses to all of the fans that are cheering her on. She bounces about as Seleana claps her hands for her wife. Crystal waves her hands running her hands through her long blue hair as she waits for the match to start.
Everyone takes a few minutes deciding on who's going to take the ring first. Crystal slips in for her team. Meanwhile on the other side of the ring, Bobbie and Harper are arguing back and forth over who would be the better starting option. Harper keeps disagreeing with Bobbie and due to Harper's cockiness, Bobbie gets bored and decides to let her take the first attempt, reserving her own energy for when she KNEW it would be needed. Once Harper entered the ring, the bell was sounded.
DING DING DING!
Simone: And there's the bell.
Adams: This tag team match is officially underway.
Crystal charges forward with a flurry of strikes, but Harper deftly evades, catching Crystal off-guard with a sudden Dropkick, knocking her down. Crystal kips up quickly, sending Harper into the ropes with an Arm Drag, but Harper recovers, bouncing back with a Running Knee Lift that lands hard!
Simone: Harper's speed is incredible! She's already taken control here.
Adams: Harper's in ring action of late has been touch and go. But she seems on fire tonight. I'm interested in how things are going to work out for her and Bobbie as a team, considering the animosity between the two.
Harper whips Crystal into the corner and follows up with a brutal Into the Earth—a Ripcord Roaring Elbow. Crystal staggers, but she's far from out. With a grin, Crystal breaks free and nails Harper with a Permafrost kick to the side of her head! Harper reels, and Crystal seizes the moment, tagging in Seleana.
Simone: Here comes Seleana! She's ready to bring the heat!
Adams: Is Bobbie really going to continue to let Harper be or is there more in store?
Seleana leaps in, charging Harper with a Clothesline that Harper ducks under, only to be met with a quick Snapmare, transitioning smoothly into a Knee to Seleana's spine. She quickly capitalizes, locking in her Slaytanic Panic elevated kneebar, bending Seleana's leg painfully.
Simone: Harper's going for a submission early! She's cranking on that knee—Seleana's in trouble!
Seleana struggles, gritting her teeth, but before Harper can secure the hold fully, Bobbie smacks Harper's shoulder in a hard, blind tag.
Adams: Here we go… Bobbie Dahl tagging herself in! Harper doesn't look too happy about that.
Simone: Look at Harper's face! She wants to be in control, but Bobbie's not waiting around for permission!
Harper glares at Bobbie, who just grins, shoving Harper out of the ring. Bobbie storms over to Seleana, lifting her into a massive Bear Hug, squeezing her with crushing force. Seleana cries out, desperately reaching for Crystal, who extends her hand just out of reach. Seleana manages to wriggle free, slipping out of the Bear Hug and stumbling back to her corner to tag Crystal back in. Crystal wastes no time, bouncing off the ropes with a Springboard Moonsault that connects hard against Bobbie, sending the larger woman staggering!
Simone: Crystal's on fire! She's showing why they call her the 'Cold-Hearted Seductress'.
Adams: Stone Cold done is what she's going to be if Bobbie can get the upper hand.
Crystal follows up with a Smell the Roses standing moonsault, landing flush on Bobbie's midsection and going for a quick cover.
ONE!
TWO!
Bobbie powers out, shoving Crystal nearly across the ring. Crystal narrows her eyes, readying herself as Bobbie charges forward. Crystal sidesteps, hitting Bobbie with a Sub Zero double palm strike to the chest, knocking the wind out of her! Bobbie drops to one knee, visibly stunned.
Seeing Bobbie struggling, Harper shouts for the tag. Bobbie hesitates but finally slaps Harper's hand, letting her back in. Harper immediately takes over with a Suplex on Crystal, seamlessly transitioning into a DDT. She follows up with her Masonline Special—a swift Buckshot Leg Lariat that sends Crystal sprawling.
Adams: Harper is relentless! She's not letting Crystal breathe for a second.
Simone: That's what Harpers good at, wearing her opponents down until there's little left in the tank.
Harper hauls Crystal up and sets her up for the Encore Set—hoisting her into the torture rack, then slamming her down with a Flatliner! She goes for the pin.
ONE!
TWO!
Seleana dives in, breaking up the count just in time. Bobbie charges in, taking Seleana down with a huge Body Block, sending both of them tumbling to the outside.
Simone: It's absolute chaos here! Seleana and Bobbie are brawling outside while Harper and Crystal are fighting tooth and nail in the ring!
As Seleana and Bobbie continue their brawl on the outside, Harper positions herself on the top rope, lining up for a rare high-risk move. She leaps off, aiming for the Fragile Wings Phoenix Splash! But Crystal rolls out of the way, and Harper crashes to the mat! Seeing her opening, Crystal grabs Harper and nails her with her finisher, Cold Snap, driving her head into the mat and bridging into a pin, showing off with her signature leg pull and deuces to the camera.
ONE!
TWO!
Bobbie reaches in, pulling Crystal off Harper to break the count just in time. Furious, Crystal tags in Seleana, who flies over the ropes, catching Harper with a Family Tradition—Sliced Bread into a seated Edge-O-Matic! Seleana goes for the pin.
ONE!
TWO!
Harper kicks out, visibly dazed but determined. Seleana goes to lift Harper for another move, but Harper counters with a sudden Arm Drag, creating some space. Gathering her strength, she runs, hitting Seleana with The Breakdown—a Running Knee Lift into a Jumping Hangman's Neckbreaker! Seleana is down, and Harper is ready to go for the pin.
Simone: Harper's going for it! She's about to seal the win
But just as Harper leans in for the pin, Bobbie blind-tags herself in, slapping Harper on the back! Harper's face is a mix of shock and anger.
Adams: Are you kidding me? Bobbie just stole the tag! Harper had this match in the bag!
Harper glares daggers at Bobbie, who brushes past her with a smug grin. Seleana, groggy and vulnerable in the corner, can only watch as Bobbie climbs up the second rope.
Simone: Here it comes, folks—the Boobie Bomb! Bobbie is going to steal the win right out from under Harper!
With a massive leap, Bobbie launches herself into a Big Splash right onto Seleana, flattening her in the corner. She drags Seleana into the middle of the ring and drops to her knees. She hooks the leg confidently.
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
DING DING DING!
Justin: Your winners, Bobbie Dahl and Harper Mason!
The crowd erupts as Bobbie raises her arms in victory, soaking in the cheers. Harper, still fuming, stares daggers at Bobbie, clearly seething over the stolen victory.
Simone: What a match! But look at Harper—she's absolutely livid! She had the match in her grasp, but Bobbie swooped in at the last second.
Adams: Harper and Bobbie may have won tonight, but this rivalry is far from over. There's no way Harper's letting Bobbie get away with stealing her spotlight!
Bobbie basks in the glory, barely noticing Harper's glare, while Harper storms out of the ring, visibly furious. Crystal and Seleana regroup outside, watching the dysfunction unfold, perhaps knowing that they'll get another shot at this chaotic team soon. After a few moments of consideration, Harper storms back into the ring, and gets into Bobbie's face. Bobbie just smirks, continuing to watch as Harper yells something that the camera doesn't pick up.
Simone: Tonight, Bobbie and Harper won as a team… but their animosity may have just fueled a whole new fire. This isn't over, not by a long shot!
As the camera fades, the tension between Harper and Bobbie leaves everyone on the edge, knowing their alliance has grown even more unstable. The two stand in the ring, staring each other down. The match was over and their rivalry was just heating back up.
Backstage, the crowd cheers as on the screen above the stage we can see the reigning SCW Internet Champion, Helluva Bottom Carter! Dressed to compete in tonight's Main Event, Clash of the Champions, wearing his shimmering rainbow unitard with the Internet title belt snugly around his waist, Carter is pacing back and forth with his phone glued to his ear.
HBCarter: You have got no idea how much I appreciate everything you've done for me, Olive! .... The designs are perfect! I love them, but then again, I love everything you do for me. You're the best! ..... Now, I know I already paid you but is there anything else I can do to thank you? Anything at all? ...
Carter pulls the phone away from his ear and stares at it briefly before resuming his call.
HBCarter: No Olive, I can't ask my husband to dance for you in his boxer briefs! ..... I know I said 'anything' but.... Well, I guess it wouldn't hurt to ask, so long as we agree...
But before he can say anything further, the aforementioned husband aka Miles Kasey sneaks up from behind Carter and snakes his arms around his husband's waist for a cuddle and nuzzles the nape of his neck with his face. Carter is caught completely by surprise - causing him to let loose a sharp shriek of surprise as he jumps but i9s deft handed enough not to drop his phone!
HBCarter: Sorry Olive! I didn't mean to blast your ear drums! Miles just snuck up on me from behind and... .... What? ..... What do you mean give you details???
Causing Miles to bark out in laughter that he quickly subdues, burying his face in the crook of Carter's neck.
HBCarter: Okay, I'll call you when we get back to Vegas. Bye!
He clicks off the phone and manages to turn around in Miles's tight embrace and faces that smirking husband of his.
Miles: That about your special gear for High Stakes?
HBCarter: Among other things, yes. What's the big idea, damn near giving me a heart attack and blasting Olive's ears clear off her head??
Miles chuckles.
Miles: I take credit only for scaring the piss out of you, love. The other thing was entirely your fault! Besides, I just wanted to wish you luck against Finn tonight. I'll be keeping a close eye, don't worry.
HBCarter: Don't YOU worry. Finn isn't going to try anything to send you a message. You heard him as well as I did.
Miles: Yes, I also know him better than you do and I just don't want to take any chances. Any word from Kris?
Carter sighs.
HBCarter: No, not for a few weeks but I heard he's been working while under the weather so maybe that's why. Hopefully -- that's why. I'd hate to think he just wasn't taking our title match or me seriously.
Miles leans in and delivers a smoldering kiss to Carter which renders him weak in the knees.
Miles: He'd be a damn fool to not take you seriously if he wants any hope of winning.
HBCarter: Flatterer.
Miles: C'mon...
Miles releases his arms from around Carter and instead, wraps one arm around his waist and begins to guide him toward the gorilla position.
Miles: We're going to see you do what you do best and make Ryans sit up and take notice!
Miles leads Carter off camera.
Justin Decent: The following match is our MAIN EVENT of the evening….introducing first….
5 Seconds of Summer's hit "No Shame" erupts over the sound system and the crowd turns to the stage where Helluva Bottom Carter dances out onto the stage amidst the cheers of the SCW Universe! Clad in his favorite Ostrich jacket and sparkling lavender shades over his eyes, Carter bows and sweeps at the waist, blowing a kiss..
Justin Decent: From Seattle, Washington, weighing one hundred and seventy six pounds, he is the "Hardcore Bottom" -- Helluva Bottom Carter!
Carter runs toward the ring, slapping hands offered out to him all around the ringside area. He then hops up onto the ring apron in a split and slides beneath the bottom rope. He crawls seductively on all fours until he arrives in his corner. He pulls himself up and removes his shades and jacket, passing them out to the ringside attendant before laying across the top corner, awaiting his opponent's introduction.
"DO YOU CROSS YOUR HEART WHEN YOU HOPE TO DIE?"
The lights dim down and cast the arena in a red glow, and for a moment -- only a moment -- the crowd quiets down just a smidge. The drum riff opening that carries into an aggressive rhythm of guitar chords breaks out as "Black Lungs" by Architects blares out over the P.A. System. This brings the crowd to their feet -- both in a positive and negative reaction, completely mixed.
The spotlight doesn't fall upon the stage, instead flowing across the crowd as the lyrics describe more than just a time in the world. Finn Whelan appears not from the curtain, but from one of the visitor entrances with a semi-cocky swagger written into his denim jeans. He stops at the top of the steps for a moment, a slight smirk on his face as he glances down at the people around him, blockaded off by the typical burly security guards. The crowd is not booing, but they're not exactly cheering either. He sets his eyes upon the ring below, and then makes his way down slowly, ignoring the people around him though a few of them clap him on the shoulders as he decends.
At the barrier, he slings himself over and slides immediately underneath the bottom rope and leaps to his feet in the center of the ring. He heads directly for the ropes in front of him, and hops up onto the bottom one, bouncing slightly as he looks back at the crowd, choosing a few choice words to share with them. e drops down from it, and pulls of his vest as he heads to his place against the turnbuckle, leaning into it and looking upwards at the stage (or conversely, at his opponent) past his brow as his music fades out..
Justin Decent: And his opponent, he is the current reigning and defending SCW world champion…standing 6'4 from SEATTLE WASHINGTON……THE SEATTLE SAINT FINN WHEEEELAN
DING DING DING!
Finn and Carter stare each other down from across opposite sides of the six sided ring. They come out and approach each other, Carter looking a little bit more trepidation than he normally is. Realising the gravity of the situation facing the world champion he measures Finn up realising that Finn has a massive reach advantage. They go to lock up and carter tries to use his speed straightaway to duck down around Finn but Finn catches him pulling him back up into a collar and elbow tie up before walking straight back into the corner. Carter wrapped his leg around the bottom rope and the refreeze starts to count
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
FOUR!
And as we get to 4 Finn steps back the referee watching close as Carter tilts his head waiting to see if we get a clean break. Finn simply steps back into the centre of the ring and tells Carter to come on out to face him. Carter comes out and they go to lock up again, this time Finn grabs a hold of Carter and blast shim with a hard forearm. Carter stumbles back and Finn grabs him going for another one, this time Carter is able to step back and duck under it before hitting the ropes and leaping in the air going for a head scissors. Finn catches Carter and spins him back up before throwing his body over his shoulders into a firemans carry. Finn then goes for a Samoan drop but Carter slides his body down and hooks Finn by the arms pulling him down into a crucifix pin
ONE!
TWO!
Finn kicks out
Adams: Wow, Carter was almost able to get Finn there. He slipped down into that crucifix before Finn knew what was going on
Simone: Carter is no slouch. Carter is someone who could have been the world champion if a few things went his way. He's a dangerous competitor for anyone but I think Finn knows that
Adams: Oh I understand, I don't think for one second that Finn is looking past Carter or underestimating him but it just goes to show that anyone can catch anyone at the right time
The two competitors move around each other, Finn narrows is eyes and as they go to lock up again Finn hits a knee to Carter's midsection before hitting another hard right forearm, he then hooks Carter up lifting him in the air before bringing him down dropping Carter on his knee with a brain buster. Lands hard and thin right away hooks by the arm sitting beside him and hitting the hammer and anvil elbows right to Carters chest. After one last hard shot fin releases Carter pushing him forward and standing up right away signalling for the curb stomp that he calls the Seattle terror, runs forward and jumps in the air but Carter moves out of the way and as Finn Carter pops to his feet jumps in the air and hits a standing dropkick right to Finn's chest sending him down and out of the ring. Carter waste no time running and hitting the ropes before sprinting and throwing himself between the top and the middle rope with a suicide dive right down onto Finn!
Carter pops up and pumps his fist in the air as Finn looks a little dazed at ringside, Carter runs up the steel steps and back into the ring before running and hitting the ropes going for yet another suicide dive, Finn realises he needs to do something before Carter gets the momentum going and as Carter throws himself between the top and middle rope again fin Throws his arm in the air and connects with a brutal right hand that causes Carter to fall straight down onto the ringside area with a thud. Fin shakes out his hand and looks at it before looking over at Carter with wide eyes as he sees that the Internet champion is already struggling to get to his feet not willing to give Finn the satisfaction of knowing how much that hurt
Finn pulls carter up and rolls him back into the ring, he follows and as Carter gets to his feet, finn leaps up hitting a standing injury sending him back down. Finn straight away stays on the attack and hits the ropes before leaping in the air going for a jumping knee drop. Carter rolls out of the way and Finn hits his knee hard, Carter uses the momentary advantage to hit the ropes and jump up in the air before throwing his knee across Finn's face with a shining wizard sending them both down for a moment to recover
Simone: The action in this match has been fast and furious, but did you hear the sound that Finn's fist made as it hit carter in the side of the head? I'm shocked Carter was able to get up that fast or at least try to
Adams: You can never question Carter's heart. But that heart might be his undoing because Finn might respect someone who has a hard but he's also the type of guy who will rip that hard out and show it to someone before he ends them
Carter is the first one to stir as he starts to pull himself towards the ropes. He grabs the bottom rope and gets to his knees slowly pulling himself up as Finn starts to stir, quickly stays on the attack before grabbing Finn and jumping up spinning and hitting a sling blade before landing and jumping up again hitting a basement dropkick. He hits Finn in the side of the head causing Finn to rollover. Carter then turns around and hits a standing moonsault part of the movie calls the fairy tail but instead of twerk he just hits the move looking to hook fin's leg and go for a pin
ONE!
TWO!
Finn kicks out. Carter shakes his head and looks over at the corner. He gets to his feet and stumbles over before climbing the turnbuckles standing on the top, he measures Finn up and as Finn gets to his feet he leaps off going for the fruitfly. But as he leaps off Finn looks up and steps back causing Carter to land on the mat hard. He lands with a thud and a jolt goes right up his spine as he lands on his posterior. Finn runs and jumps up kicking Carter in the side of the head with a single leg dropkick. Carter rolls over and Finn grabs him going for a pin himself
ONE!
TWO!
Carter kicks out!!
Simone: A few close Newfalls. Carter almost had Finn but as he went for the fruit fly car missed and Finn was able to take advantage of it. And the sound of that kick from Finn was scary
Adams: Finn went to take Carter's head off and came close. This has been a very competitive match and to be honest with you I'm not surprised because Carter is supremely underrated and even Finn knows that he isn't stupid enough to look past someone like Carter
Finn pulls Carter up and shoves him into one of the corners before slamming in a few vicious kicks to Carta midsection, he then lifts Carter onto the top rope and follows hitting a few hard right hands as Carter sits on the top turn buckle Carter blocks right hand and head button falls from the ropes into the middle of the ring but as Carter takes a little bit of time to steady himself as he climbs to the top rope going for the fruit fly again Finn runs forward and runs up the ropes getting onto the top rope with Carter before hooking his head and his arm lifting him up and falling backward with the lifting under hook DDT. they both crashed to the mat and Finn holds his back moaning in pain as Carter looks to be completely out!. Finn starts to crawl over to Carter but then the crowd starts to get up as Miles appears on the stage. But before he can distract Finn again a foot comes from the side connecting with the side of Miles face!
Simone: What the? It's Alex Jones!
Adams: I think he just chose a side…
Alex stands over miles and reaches down before pulling miles up and dragging him backstage almost like a disappointed father would do to his son. Finn starts to pull himself to his feet almost completely unaware of what has just happened. Carter starts to stir and the two men start to pull themselves up looking at one another. Carter still looks out of it after landing on his head but he takes a Hail Mary shot and jumps up going for a spinning wheel kick. Thin ducks under it and causes Carter to land hard before pulling him up into the revelation 6:4! Finn rolls Carter over and hooks the outside leg
ONE!
TWO!
THREE!
DING DING DING!
Justin: Here is your winner.... Finn Whelan!
Simone: good Lord what a match. These two went through hell
Adams: Carter has nothing to be ashamed of. He is the Internet champion and he just took our world champion to the limit
Simone: And Miles was stopped in his tracks
Moments after the cameras returned from the backstage area. They were right there at ringside where the ring was being set in stone for the epic double contract signing. Several members of the crew set up the tables and chairs in the middle of the ring. Cameras quickly cut over to the commentators booth.
Adams: Well folks, we have waited long enough for this. Right around the corner will be our Double Contract signing for High Stakes.
Simone: Mark and Kevin will put their names to paper to make their unsanctioned Street Fight at the biggest event of the year official.
Adams: Along with Michael Harris and J2H putting their names to paper to make their third meeting amongst the three of them official.
Simone: What's interesting about that is I have it on good authority due to my sources. We're going to find out here during this contract signing what stipulation Harris has chosen for his and J2H's fight.
Adams: Something tells me. It's going to be far more gruesome and far more violent than the Barbed Wire Steel Cage match they had back at Violent Conduct IX.
Simone: All in all. We're going to see history made with both of these matches!
And just like that, EMF's "Unbelievable" kicks starts across the sound system and out onto the stage emerges none other than Christian Underwood! The Co-Owner of Sin City Wrestling is ordinarily greeted with disdain anjd scorn, but this time there are scattered cheers for him as he gazes around the capacity crowd of near nine thousand fans! All business, Christian marches down the ramp and heads straight toward the ring, paying no mind to the few fans on either side of the aisle reaching out toward him.
Adams: I think the fans would drop from shock if Christian were to greet them or slap a hand on his way to the ring.
Simone: I know I would.
Christian arrives at ringside where he bounds up the steps and along the ring apron. He grabs the top rope and only then does he cast a look back over his shoulder to the crowd both in support and otherwise of him. He steps through the ropes and walks around the set up, a leather-bound binder carried in the crook of his arm containing the contract for the upcoming event. Christian then walks over to the corner of the ring and reaches to the outside and calls sharply where Justin Decent hurriedly hands him the house microphone.
Christian steps back alongside the table and raises the mic to his lips.
Christian: In just two weeks! In Tucson, Arizona at the TCC Arena, history will be made in more ways than one in a single night! That is exactly why we call High Stakes the "Grand Prix of Professional Wrestling" because there is not another single event in this sport quite like it! In the Main Event of the evening, Michael Harris gets the match he has been dying for since the summer of `24, when he gets none other than the record setting World Champion and Hall of Fame inductee, J2H inside of the ring! But also, taking place that very evening...!
Christian holds a finger up and the crowd slowly quiets down.
Christian: For the first time since his retirement match against Austin Parker TEN YEARS AGO at Chaos In Capetown -- my business partner and long time associate "Hot Stuff" Mark Ward will step inside of the ring against Kevin Carter!
The crowd EXPLODES in wild cheers!
Christian: Ladies and gentlemen! Introducing none other than "Hot Stuff" Mark Ward!!!
The opening beat of drums is heard through the speaker, The fans instantly boo and cheer as a huge guitar rift starts to play as this pryo's explode either side of the stage. Skid Row's "Midnight Tornado" Starts to boom through the speakers. The smoke starts to clear and Hot Stuff Mark Ward is seen standing on the top of the stage. He points to the fans on the left side of him, then to the fans on the right, and then clinches his fists. He starts to grind his hips as the rock music continues to blast out. He takes a few steps forward to the beginning of the ramp and does a double muscle pose, causing more pyro's to explode behind him and the fans react louder. He slowly walks down the ramp, stopping every few feet to pose for the ladies in attendance. Hot Stuff walks up to the ropes and steps through them. A few seconds pass as he's handed a microphone and the music dies down.
HS: That was some intro from Christian, eh?
Hot Stuff smirks.
HS: Ten long years, ten long years I've not been tempted to step in this ring and I've had plenty of people who have tried to piss me off enough to get me in the ring, but I refused until this little pissant joke of a man came along, but even then, it's a little misleading,
Hot Stuff wags a finger.
HS: Because bitch, we're not gonna be in the ring long enough cause when I said unsanctioned street fight, I mean it, cause I'm taking you out on those streets and beating you all over the damn place.
The crowd cheer as Hot Stuff looks serious.
HS: But I've got plenty of time to talk about that, I got two weeks to talk about getting done what Bill and Felix couldn't tonight but before all that, let's get someone else out here. Let's get the man out here who's gonna bang the final nail in the coffin of J2H... Please welcome Michael Harris!
Following the words of Mark. The arena lights began to dim down just a little bit with a bit of red, white, and gray strobe lights flashing around. This was getting a hell of a response from the crowd, but not like the response they gave as soon as "No One Cares" by Atreyu could be heard blaring over the arena's speaker system. All eyes were on the stage with cheers ringing out so loud it was drowning the music a little bit. Seconds later Michael Harris could be seen making his way out to that loud standing ovation from those in attendance.
Simone: You know each and every week I see this response from the crowd. Each and every week I see them get further and further behind this man. It leaves me at a loss for words.
Adams: I mean that's fair Belinda. Who in their right mind would have thought that Michael Harris of all people was ever going to be a man of the people?!
Simone: We have seen a lot of strange things over the years, but this is one of the strangest. There's no denying that at all.
Adams: But there's the tiny question in the back of your mind. When does that change? When does Harris end up showing his true colors?
By that point Harris had found himself at ringside. Approaching the steel steps as he jogged up them for a brief moment, Making his way across the ring apron to the middle of it. Turning his back to the ropes as he looked out at the crowd acknowledging them for a moment. That trademark smirk of his coming across his lips before he swung one leg over the middle rope and then ducked down getting into the ring. Upon getting in the ring he walked in front of Christian.
There was just a brief exchange of looks amongst the two before Harris walked right up to Mark. Both men shook one another's hands before Mark handed the microphone over. With it in his right hand, the music began to die down. Harris took a couple of seconds to himself to continue to soak in that crowd response he was getting. Tapping the microphone briefly as he brought it up to address the crowd.
Michael Harris: This is what it has come down to. This contract signing tonight has such huge implications. It could very well change the entire course that Sin City Wrestling is on. Whether it changes for the better or for the worst. That remains to be seen, but either way. There's going to be a major shift in the direction of this company.
Lowering the microphone for a moment. He found himself looking over at both Mark and Christian, before looking back at the crowd.
Michael Harris: I've gone over this before but I'll go over it again. What took place a year ago... That is ultimately my fault. I could pick apart the two men behind me. I could blame them for this and that. I could still be the bitter old prick I've always been. But there's no point. Not when I know the truth. My actions cost me my job a year ago. At the same time it was the best thing to happen to me. For it forced me to come to terms with some much deeper rooted issues in my life. As well as made me realize that my in ring days are behind me. I was perfectly fine and content with finally going into retirement.
Just the word alone wasn't something that seemed to be in favor with the crowd. Lots and lots of boos heard. Harris found himself standing there smirking a little bit while shaking his head some. Bringing that microphone backup to address them more.
Michael Harris: That's where I was. That's where I am now. That's where I am going to stay, but you see as I've said. There's a big difference between a wrestling match and a fight. I want to fight James. I want to fight at High Stakes. I want a fight that's going to go down in the history books. Bigger than any other fight that's taking place in this business. The boxing world or even the Mixed Martial Arts world. J2H and the clowns knew what they were doing when they did what they did. J2H just didn't know what kind of fight he was getting into. But he's been finding out firsthand over these last few weeks. This isn't a fight he wants. Nor is this a fight he can survive.
Slowly at that moment he turned his attention away from the crowd. Bringing his attention to the stage where he had walked out moments ago.
Michael Harris: James. I know you've been listening. I know you've been waiting. So do us all a favor. Grab hold of the other bitch you like to hang out with these days and get your asses out here so we can make this official!
As soon as those words escaped his mouth. Harris grabbed a hold of one of the chairs and pulled it out and took a seat right there at the table. Eyes piercing up on the stage a little more. Mark found himself doing the same thing. Taking a seat right beside Harris and putting his attention there. That's when "The Devil In I" by SlipKnot could be heard starting to play over the speaker system. The very second the crowd heard that familiar song. Their entire outlook and attitude changed. A true shift could be felt with their boos starting to be heard heavily.
One by one on the stage their foes could be seen. Kevin Carter stepped out on stage first. This was followed by Alexander Raven stepping out right behind him. With the two standing side by side the music of Carter faded out just as "Lights Out" by P.O.D began to fade in. Those boos become even louder with that man's music. Clearly the hatred they had for the Hall of Famer was strong. Seconds later J2H could be seen walking out and joining the other two men at the top of the stage.
Adams: For the last several months. These three men have had Sin City Wrestling by the throat.
Simone: It was bad enough when J2H ran rampant on his own. It was bad with Alexander doing some of the things he was doing. And it was bad when Carter was making lives hell as well. But putting the three of them together? It's tuned out to be one of the worst things we have ever seen.
Adams: We have seen some of the worst things we have ever had to see because of them. From ruthless beatdowns to attempted murder. Well attempted murder twice if we are being real with ourselves!
Simone: And there is a very real possibility. That they could walk away with massive wins at High Stakes. That's a scary thought of what it could hold for the future of SCW.
In a matter of seconds all three men were down at the ringside area. They were pulling themselves up on the ring apron. J2H not taking his eyes off of Harris. Carter not taking his eyes off of Mark. Raven himself glaring down both his partners' foes. With a single swing of each of their legs. All three men got into the ring in unison. Raven standing behind Carter and J2H as they pulled out their own chairs. Taking a seat across from their opponents at the tables. By then the music of J2H's theme was starting to fade out with all eyes now on the men in the ring.
Christian chuckles.
Christian: Well, I have to admit that I'm a little surprised that you all came out here, at least somewhat willingly! Given how you three have been avoiding this at all costs I would have thought James here would have tried using one of his high priced attorneys to get you out of it. Or at least, himself out of it.
Christian smiles toward J2H and shakes his head. He then takes the fdolder in his arm and sets it down on the table. Opening it, hr eremoves two sets of official contracts. He slides one over toward Mark Ward and Kevin Carter, and the other toward Michael Harris and J2H.
Christian: But since you've either obviously become good sports about this whole thing, or you realized there was no turning back now, what say we get this out of the way so fate can take its course?
Christian slaps high quality ink pens down atop each set of contracts and steps back.
Everything was being turned over to the four men sitting there with contracts before them. Mark found himself reaching for the microphone on the table, but before he could get a hold of it. Carter reached over and snatched it up. Finding himself glaring at Mark and letting loose.
Kevin Carter: No! You've had plenty of time to speak and it's about damn time. I really mean it's about damn time you truly listen to what I have to say!
Those words were met with severe boos from everyone in attendance. All of which was ignored right away by the Entity.
Kevin Carter: For over eleven years. You've done nothing but make my life a living hell. This all goes back to when I signed my name on the dotted line for a contract January 30th, 2013. You picked me up when I was fresh off a release of a company that was making headlines thanks to me. You wanted to have one of the biggest free agents in the world at the time on your roster. You buttered me up. You offered me money. You made promises. You got me to buy into what you were selling and got me to sign the contract, but little did I know. It would turn out to be the biggest mistake of my young career at the time.
Carter's intense expression remained across his face. It could really be felt with every word he spoke just how much he lacked respect for the man that set across from him.
Kevin Carter: The truth was you wanted one of the biggest free agents on your roster. For the sake of having people talk about the company, but you never had any intentions of treating me like the star I was. You never had any intentions of having me on the level of your hand picked favorites. You never had any intentions at all of seeing me progress. So when I did progress. It pissed you off. It made you angry. It made you feel like you were losing all control. Because for once you couldn't control every aspect of things that took place. From making a shitty tag team with Ace Baldwin work to becoming the SCW Heavyweight Champion twice. I bypassed every expectation you had and it irked you till your core. It made you grow a dislike for me. You can't deny it any longer.
His words were getting more and more negative feedback from the audience. Carter finding himself starting to lean across the table. Glaring right into the smug expression of his boss.
Kevin Carter: And you know what you did to me. You know you were guilty of not extending my contract. You know you were out to sabotage me back then. It did work, it worked until I came back and then when I came back. You were struck with fear. You knew what the writing was on the wall. You knew there was going to be a time and a place. I'd seek revenge. You were right. I got a measure of it some months back by beating the hell out of you. But like I said it was only a measure of revenge. I thought it would be enough to keep you away. However, I was wrong. So now... now what I have to do is make sure I get every bit of revenge I have always deserved.
Those narrowed gazing eyes of his were filled with every bit of hatred. Making them glow far more than usual.
Kevin Carter: It didn't have to be this way Mark. You could have stayed gone. Or a couple weeks ago you could have just looked the other way on a situation that was an accident. But no, you couldn't do that. You had to stroke your own ego. You had to make yourself seem better than me. Now it's all going to blow up in your face in the worst way. Especially when you chose a street fight? Fact is you were better off handicapping me with just a normal match. Forcing me to stay within rules, but instead you put me in a no rules situation. And no rules is what I will live by. I just hope you understand what you are getting yourself into. For there will be no mercy and I will not stop until you are no longer breathing. This is your funeral!
Taking the microphone, he slammed it down on the table causing it to echo with that thud sound for a few seconds. Snagging the pen and the contract in front of him. Without even looking it over Carter flipped to the back page and began to sign his name on the line in an aggressive manner. As soon as he finished he slammed the pen down on top of the contract and slid it over in Mark's direction.
HS: Kevin, from the second you worked your way back in to this place, from the second your cry baby arse pulled on that mask and acted like you were someone else, someone up there knew our paths would cross in this way. I didn't like you the first time around and I sure as shit don't like you now. This is never gonna be me sleepwalking in to the day I die, this is never gonna be getting in over my head. This is not someone who bit off more then he can chew.
Hot Stuff points to himself as he picks up the pen.
HS: This is a man who is going to send you back all those years, this is a man who should have done something drastic years ago so people wouldn't have to listen to your bullshit. Two weeks time Kevin, I do that for future generations, I do for the future of this company.
Hot Stuff signs his name on the contract and puts the pen back on the table, leaning closer to Kevin.
HS: By the way, there's a reason you didn't get a pop when you pulled off the mask.... Because no one even remembered you, you were up there with the worst champions we've ever had. You didn't make a mark on SCW and after I'm done with you in two weeks, no one will remember you again.
The look that Carter shot Mark the moment he had finished speaking. It said everything that it needed to say. All of the sudden someone could be heard clearing their throat and that someone was none other than the Immortal. Harris looked over at Mark.
Michael Harris: Can't wait to see you shut this whiny little bitch up.
That deranged look shot from Mark over to Harris from Carter, but the former two time Heavyweight Champion didn't even give him the time of day. All thanks to Harris putting his eyes on J2H at that moment.
Michael Harris: So, it's you and I, James. It's you and I for a third time. You and I are going to be standing across the ring from each other. At the biggest event this company puts on. Something that should have happened a year ago. But shit happens. However, this time when we face off. It's not a match to see who the better wrestler is. It's not even going to be a wrestling match. It's not a match consisting of us beating the hell out of each other for the Heavyweight Championship. Nah, somehow it's become bigger than the championship.
Harris found himself leaning forward a little more. He wanted to make sure he got a good look at J2H's face. Along with making sure the man was going to hear everything he had to say loud and clear.
Michael Harris: There's no point in going over our history though James. Each and every person in this ring. Each and every person in those stands. They know our history. They know what we have put each other through. They know how good we are and how much we test each other... but you crossed a line at Summer XXXtreme. A line that I wasn't even willing to cross. Sure for the entire duration of my career. I talk my shit. I have buried people. I've made people feel some type of way by being better than them. I've made people quit, go running away, and never to be seen again. I have beaten the holy hell out of people. I've cheated my way to victories. I have a diabolical man in this ring and sometimes out of the ring. I have been an all-time piece of shit. Something I will never deny. But I've never left anyone for dead!
Being forced to relive that memory of Summer XXXtreme. It had the crowd booing heavily and aiming them all towards J2H.
Michael Harris: You took it to a personal level that I would have never gone through. You and those two fucks with you jumped me. Which is one thing. I can handle getting my ass beaten. It was well deserved in some aspects I'm sure. But to dump me over a cruise ship. In the middle of the night. In freezing cold water. With no way to survive. You knew what you were doing. You knew you were aiming to kill me. You put my family through heartbreak. You caused them trauma. You gloated about it. You bragged about it. You were so proud of yourself for what you did. And that is something that cannot and will not ever be forgiven. That's a sin you have to pay for in the worst way.
Harris' face was starting to twist up into a true scowl of hatred for the man that set across from him. Each word started to make him sound more and more bitter. More and more angry. Not that anyone could blame him for that feeling.
Michael Harris: I know it's a shock to you that you have to pay for something. After everything has been handed to you on a silver platter for your entire life. But there are consequences for your actions, especially one like that. I give you credit though. I give you credit for trying to hide behind Christian. I give you credit for trying to stay clear of me. Trying to deny me of this fight from happening. In a weird way, it's like you respect me and my abilities enough that you're willing to show you are a coward at heart. But despite all of that. You didn't get what you wanted. That bitch boy standing behind you failed you. I got the fight I wanted and if you remember correctly. In getting that win, in getting that fight, I was also given the chance to name whatever stipulation I wanted at High Stakes.
That intense look started to ease up. All for a devious smirk to begin to creep over those old and rugged facial features Harris.
Michael Harris: I knew once I survived what you attempted to do. There was only one way to settle this issue between the two of us. Only one way to make you truly suffer the consequences of your actions. And considering I had already faced death once to survive it. It only made sense to try my luck with making you and I face death together. That's right at High Stakes. In front of a sold out arena. Under the biggest and brightest lights this place has to offer James. It's you and I in a Death Match!
As soon as those two words came out of his mouth. The audience went absolutely bat-shit crazy. Their cheers were so loud the entire Walkup Skydome was shaking.
Simone: A Death Match?!
Adams: That's what the man said Belinda. We have only seen a handful of those take place under the SCW banner.
Simone: That's correct, but I don't know we have ever seen one where the magnitude of hatred was this deep. Having these two of all men in a deathmatch setting. It's going to be very dangerous.
Adams: As it should be. A deathmatch isn't about wrestling at all. That falls in line with the fight aspect Harris is talking about. Instead a deathmatch is about testing your ability to survive. And with this... I really do think it puts J2H at a major disadvantage!
Every bit of the expression on J2H's face said more than enough. This was not something that he was expecting. Not even by a long shot. Harris could once again be heard as he kept that smirk plastered across his face while staring down his opponent.
Michael Harris: It's real simple James. There's only one set of rules in a deathmatch. If I pin you or you pin me. If I make you tap out or if you make me tap out. Following that there will be a ten count taking place. It is up to us to get to our feet following that ten count and if for some reason we don't. That's it. Fight is done, it's over. That person didn't survive. That's the only rule. Other than that it's wide open in whatever the hell we decide to do to each other. And trust me, I've got some pretty sadistic shit lined up for you. It's truly going to be a grand ol' time for me!
That smirk of his had grown just a little bit more.
Michael Harris: There's nothing about me that feels sorry for you. Nothing about me that feels empathy for you. No part of me is going to feel guilty before, during, or after this fight. Like I said James, you crossed a line in the worst way. You made it as personal as personal can get. And now the only way this ends is when one of us doesn't have the ability to survive. But like I said, I already looked death right in the eyes and I came out the other side better than ever. Do you really think you can do the same?!
Following those words Harris took the microphone away from his lips and tossed it down on the table in front of J2H.
J2H: A fucking death match?
J2H looked across the ring at Michael, a concerned look on his face.
J2H: Not happening, no death match, fuck you!
Simone: Someone sounds scared.
HS: Actually...
J2H: Stay the fuck out of it! We run this place, not you! A death match...
Before J2H can continue, Kevin leans in, giving him a pat on the shoulder. J2H nods before looking back at Michael.
J2H: I know what this is about, you want me to wake up every morning seeing the scars you put on me, you want me to wake up and know every day of my life, some old bastard, with a little fucked up bitch son hurt me. I don't want to do that but ya know, every time you come up with something, I beat you at your own game. You always think you're fucking clever, but you've been running from me for a year. You've hid away but as much as I don't want to do this, I'll do it, because you won't beat me. It's High Stakes and you come up with that, let's raise it higher.
Adams: What does he mean?
J2H: When I beat you and I fucking will, I want you to bend the knee to me, right here in the middle of the ring. I want you to tell everyone that you're my bitch when it comes to wrestling, that I'm better then you. I want you in front of the entire world to bend the knee and admit who the better man is. You will do that, fuck, if you happen to beat me, if you finish me off, and I'm so fucking confident that you are not on the same level of me. I will never wrestle again. I will walk away, I will retire, I will be done. What do you say Michael? Are you that full of pride, you will walk away from the chance to do what no one else could do and end J2H?
Harris found himself just looking at the microphone that J2H had just tossed down. Then looked up at the man and started to laugh. All while shaking his head at the same time. He reached for that microphone and dragged it back over.
Michael Harris: Do you not get it James? You don't get to make the rules. You don't get to make stipulations. You don't get to run things like you have in the past. You've lost all the control and I've got it now. Sooner you get that through your thick skull. The better off you're going to end up being.
That sinister chuckle continued to escape his lips while he shook his head. About then Harris reached for the pen and the contract sat out on the table. Dragging it over in his direction before looking back up at the Living Legend.
Michael Harris: However, I tell you what. I'll bite. I'll give you a little bit of satisfaction. I mean it's clear that you're a dead man and dead men would essentially be retired. But if you want it in writing to make that ego of yours feel better one last time. Fuck it.
Tossing the microphone back out of his hand and onto the table. He flipped the pages back and signed his name on the dotted line in quick fashion. Before sliding it over to J2H. Right away J2H picked up that pen and did the same thing. Flipping it to the back page and signed his name on the dotted line.
Adams: There we have it Belinda! Everything is official amongst these four men!
Simone: This has got to be the two biggest matches we have ever seen at High Stakes.
Adams: Easily. Mark coming out of retirement for one match is a huge deal. Especially against someone of Carter's caliber.
Simone: And then we're getting the third contest between Harris and J2H after we thought we'd never see it happen again with everything that happened a year ago. There's a reason it was feud of the year last year. It's going to live up to that hype and then some.
Adams: It may even completely out done what those two did a year ago. For better or worse you put them across the ring with each other. There's no denying that magic takes place.
Simone: Hey, what the hell?!
Back inside the ring Raven could be seen suddenly BLASTING Christian over the head with the Roulette Championship and knocking him to the mat inside the ring. Standing over him with a smirk, it quickly caused both Mark and Harris to jump out of their seats. Before anything could be done Carter flipped his table over essentially causing Mark to lose his balance and fall over. Carter quickly leaping over and mounting the man standing to unload with a series of punches.
Harris found himself going to grab a hold of Carter, but as soon as he did. J2H snagged the pen he used to sign the contract and leaped over the table. Diving onto Harris and began to attack him with the pen. Stabbing it into the forehead again and again of the Immortal. Harris became weak in the knees as he dropped down and then J2H took a couple more jabs of the pen into the flesh of Harris.
Simone: Has he lost his mind?! He's assaulting Harris with a pen!
Adams: Ain't that a throwback to a year ago?! Harris did the same thing! Clearly J2H never forgot!
Simone: This entire thing had to be a set up! Raven created that distraction by blindsiding Christian and then all hell broke loose!
Adams: These three men have proven to be one step ahead of everyone else. I cannot say what I am seeing right now surprises me!
A few more jabs of that pen went into the flesh of Harris. Before J2H found himself launching the bloody pen into the crowd. He grabbed a handful of Harris' hair and yanked him up to face the hard cam with blood starting to trickle down his forehead. In just a matter of seconds J2H had Harris wearing a crimson mask. On the other side of the ring Carter still had Mark pinned down and was just unloading on him with punch after punch.
Finally with a final punch the world watched as Mark went limp and Carter found himself standing up. Right away turning to Raven and barking directions at him over the table he had flipped. Raven leaned down and grabbed the table flipping it back on its legs. Leaving it lined back up with the other table. Carter found himself grabbing a hold of Mark by his head and starting to lift the deadweight of his boss up. All while J2H was doing the same thing with Harris.
Adams: What are they up to now?! They've proven their point!
Simone: I don't think they believe they have Jason!
J2H tossed the bloody Harris on top of the table where they had just signed their contract. Before turning his attention to the corner. Stepping out through the ropes and heading right for it. Carter had also just finished sprawling Mark's body on top of the table Raven set back up. By that time a dazed Christian was trying to get up to his feet. The look on his face said it all. That championship shot to the face left him in a state of confusion.
He had no idea where he was. Carter took notice of this as he quickly scooped Christian onto his shoulders. By then J2H had made it to the top rope. Perching himself up in the corner taking a look at Harris and then looking over at Carter. Both men seemingly understood what needed to be done. The crowd's boos had reached their peak but it had all fallen upon deaf ears.
Simone: Don't do it! Don't do it!
Adams: This has gone too far! This is crossing a line that cannot be uncrossed!
Even the loud words of the commentator's didn't seem to get through. J2H found himself flying off the top rope and coming down on Harris through the table with "21ST CENTURY SPLASH" while at the same exact time Carter took Christian and drove him down on top of Mark putting both men through their table with "INTO THE ABYSS"! The loud crunching of both tables bounced off the arena's walls with the crowd going from booing to being silent due to pure and utter shock over what they just saw.
Adams: These no good rotten son of a bitches!
Simone: Everything they have done for months and months. It's all been leading to this moment. Now they've just made sure two of the biggest matches for High Stakes have been put into jeopardy!
Adams: Something should have been done long ago!
Simone: But what Jason? What could be done to men that don't fear consequences or repercussions?!
Carter and J2H had both made it to their feet. Finding themselves placing one foot on each of their future opponents chest as a sign of dominance. Standing in between the two of them was Raven as he reached out and grabbed a hand of theirs each. Raising it into the air to the stunned crowd. The cameras got a close up of the three of them standing tall in the middle of the ring. Before the credits came rolling in to close out Climax Control.
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