Breakdown - February 28, 2019

“Supreme Championship Wrestling...”

A shot of Kelcey Wallace nailing Bree Lancaster with the Perfect Ending, followed by a shot of Steve Griffin hitting the Decimator off the top rope on CHBK at the first Rise to Greatness, before turning a shot of Jake Starr pumping up the crowd on his way to the ring, before turning into a shot of Ravyn Taylor sitting in the corner, waiting for the start of a match. We then see a shot of Katie Steward holding the Women’s Championship before cutting to a shot of Selena Frost hitting Vixen Cain with the Defying Gravity at Supreme Saturday: Just Desserts.

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MAIN SHOW:

The opening bars of “The Old Me” by Memphis May Fire play as the Breakdown logo flies across the screen.

I'm thinking about the old me
'Cause I've been feeling empty
I never used to be so dead inside

Shots of Syren celebrating with the World Championship start before we see a shot of the Beauty Factory standing tall in the ring. Following this is Aaron Blackbourne hitting the Unchained Creativity on an opponent. Katie Steward hitting the Off with her Head on Giovanni Aries at Retribution 2018 follows.

I think I lost my memory
I can't remember carefree
And all my days turn into fight or flight

Owen Cruze hitting the Cruze Stomp on an opponent follows before we see Selena Frost hitting the Glass Shard on Bree Lancaster. Bree Lancaster hitting the Classifier on Aaron Blackbourne follows before we see Scarlet Grey walking to the ring.

I wanna get back, tell me how to get back
I wanna get back, tell me how to get back

Kennedy Street hitting Dante McCaffery with the Touch of Class follows before we see James Evans and Angelica Jones holding the SCW World Tag Team Championship. Marie Jones standing on the ropes follows before we see Kandis swiveling her hips as part of her entrance. Derek Adonis holding up a copy of the KABLAMA Sutra follows.

Say it again, say it again, tell me what I wanna hear
Tell me that I'm gonna be fine and there's nothing left to fear
'Cause I've been losing sleep (losing sleep)
Trying to get back to who I used to be
Where is the old me?

Chris Cannon covering Kennedy Street and Owen Cruze follows before we see a shot of Cassidy Carter dancing on her way to the ring, and then a shot of Regan Street and Datura swinging chairs at one another. The Breakdown logo comes up on the screen and remains on it for a few moments.

We then cut to a live shot of the inside of Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado. The cameras pan across the crowd for a few moments.

Sharper: “We are still stunned by the announcement made to close Breakdown last week. Mr. D, our boss since SCW formed, announced he was stepping down as CEO and Chairman.”

Knots: “We’re all stunned. Kennie has been beside herself. Most of the roster stunned too.”

Sharper: “And tonight, we assume we’ll hear more on a night where we’ll see Christy Matthews face Chris Cannon and much more and well-“

Knots: “Looks like we’re not waiting long.”

We cut to the entrance way to see Mr. D walking out from the back with no music. Behind him is Sasha, his eldest daughter. The two make their way to the ring as the crowd looks on. Some fans wave their arms up and down, seemingly worshipping Mr. D as he heads to the ring. He walks over to the steel steps and then along the apron.

Sharper: “Interestingly, last week and tonight, accompanied by his eldest, Sasha.”

Knots: “Katya probably still smarting after her plans last week going entirely up in smoke.”

He steps into the ring and looks out at the crowd. Sasha then follows after. He walks over and asks for a microphone. He’s handed one as he walks over to the middle of the ring. He looks around as the crowd looks on.

Mr. D: “It seems that I should clarify a few things.”

Knots: “Uh…yeah.”

Mr. D: “First, let me make this clear…I am stepping down. I will still sit on the board, but I will not be running this company. I will not be dissuaded.”

The crowd boos some.

Mr. D: “The fact is that I’ve been thinking this through for the last month. Seeing what my daughters have gone through…have done to each other…I refuse to be one who has to choose. And if means SCW completely changes, so be it. I’ve been running this company for fifteen years. It’s been great. But the fact is…sometimes other things are more important.”

The crowd boos more as Mr. D looks around. Sasha shakes her head.

Mr. D: “But obviously, there’s the question of who’s next? Who is stepping up? And this is where I’m thankful the Board of Directors has elected to allow me to develop my own successorship. With Katya proving she offers something, even many of you may disagree, and Sasha having been a board member for a while-“

Just then “Cult of Personality” plays. Mr. D turns as Sasha does as well and we see Katya walking out from the back, holding a microphone, flanked by Syren, the SCW World Champion, Ravyn Taylor, and CHBK. The four start to walk down to the ring.

Sharper: “I was waiting for this. When is the youngest going to arrive?”

Knots: “And she’s not coming alone.”

They head down to the ring as Mr. D and Sasha await their arrival. Sasha backs up as Katya walks over to the ring as CHBK walks up first and looks at Sasha and Mr. D before holding the ropes open for Katya first, then Syren, and then Ravyn, before stepping in himself. CHBK steps forward as Syren and Ravyn stand across from Mr. D and Sasha. Katya steps forward.

Katya: “I’m sorry, but if you’re going to make any announcements, dad, I want to be out here in person. And given that you’re coming around here with Sasha, I have reason to be a bit concerned.”

Mr. D: “Relax Katya. She’s out here because she figured it would save time. I was just about to ask you to come out here as the solution to matters, the succession of SCW, well, it affects both of you.”

Katya: “If it involves her, I’m not exactly sure if I’m going to like it.”

Mr. D: “And this is exactly why I’m moving forward the way I am. I’m not going to choose one of you when tensions are this high. So…instead, at Retribution, we’re going to resolve all of this. Both of you have a vision for SCW. Both of you have people who support that vision. No matter what happens, people are going to be upset, so let’s put it in everyone’s hands. In one sense, I’ll admit, I’m taking a page out of EMERGE. It works. You both form a team of four…people who will fight for whatever vision you have for SCW…and the winning team will determine who is running this company going forward.”

The crowd roars.

Sharper: “Huge match. And after Making Things Right, this is put it all on the line. There’s no limits this time!”

Katya: “I guess I don’t have to look far.”

Sasha takes the microphone as Mr. D holds it for her.

Sasha: “So who is it? Syren, Ravyn…I assume Marie. Then who’s number four. Who’s going to stand for it? CHBK?”

Katya: “That’s my problem, not yours-“

Just then, “Style” by Taylor Swift starts to play. Katya turns and glares at the stage. Mr. D looks out as Sasha watches too. Syren glares as Ravyn smirks before Sienna Swann walks out from the back, with Laura Steinbeck, London and Paris Truelove. The crowd boos as Sienna has a microphone in her hand as she glares at the crowd before turning to the ring.

Sharper: “Sienna Swann and the Beauty Factory out here.”

Knots: “Of course. They have something to say. Probably about the World Championship!”

Her music fades out as Sienna looks at the ring, bringing the microphone up to her mouth.

Sienna: “So your solution is to continue the poor decision-making. That’s really the best you could think of. Katya has proven for weeks incapable of even following her own delusions and Sasha…let’s just say she’s proven to be as biased as anyone else. And I stand here still demanding my SCW World Championship.”

Mr. D: “Well if you’re looking for me to give you your title shot, you’re going to be waiting. Because I’m focusing on the fate of the company.”

Sienna: “So you want it run into the ground. We all know what the people want. They want more Sienna Swann. They want the Truelove Twins to finally get their real chance at the World Tag Team Championship. They want to see Bree Lancaster put Selena Frost in her place and win back the US Championship. We don’t need a family that is clearly the same as the father, just a matter of who they prefer. WE stand for the people and the PEOPLE don’t want to see this crap continue!”

The crowd boos as Sienna looks at the crowd, glaring at them. Laura smiles as London and Paris look at the crowd.

Katya: “You’ve got to be kidding me. Just another egotistical rant.”

Mr. D: “That’s true, but one with a vision in there. To be sure, I’m pretty sure no matter what you say, the only time Sienna’s going to do anything for the people is if it helps her too, but the fact is that you’re right…Sasha and Katya both agree that you’re all a group of egotistical people and well…”

Mr. D pauses for a moment.

Katya: “You can’t be serious, dad.”

Sasha looks at her father too.

Mr. D: “You know what….if I’m going out, I’m going to make sure that whatever happens is truly representative of what is best not just for business, not just for SCW, but best for its roster and fans. And there are a lot of people with different visions and maybe we should have them all showcased.”

Mr. D turns to the entrance way and to Sienna and smiles.

Mr. D: “You know what-“

Just then, the lights go out. A red hue comes over the arena as “Mad Hatter” by Melanie Martinez starts to play. The crowd roars. Cheers follow as we see Giovanni Aries rolling out from under the ring. He just lets out a cackle. He then walks over to Phillips, grabbing a microphone from the table and turning back to the ring.

Knots: “Oh God!”

Giovanni: “Is the Lizard King starting to loosen his grasp on his kingdom?”

Katya: “You stay out of this!”

Giovanni rolls into the ring and slowly gets up.

Sienna: “Do not listen to him either!”

Giovanni: “But visions are being talked about and the Wonderland is the greatest of them all. End the blind lust for trinkets. The control of the Lizard Kingdom. Instead, true freedom. REAL LIBERTY! Everyone can see clearly and if we’re talking about the application of these visions, then I will plunge the sword through the hearts of the suitably vain and the Lizard Princess all to end your tyranny and share the Wonderland with EVERYONE!”

Giovanni cackles as the crowd cheers. Mr. D looks at him as Giovanni keeps eying him and then Katya and Sasha.

Mr. D: “Alright then.”

Sienna: “You can’t possibly give him a platform?! He talks about Lizard Kings!”

Katya: “I can’t believe we’re in agreement…The idiot calls me the Lizard Princess and he’s been a disgrace!”

Mr. D: “And yet, he has a vision too. And well…let’s clear the deck then. We talk about competition all the time in SCW. What better way than to allow the roster to fight over what SCW will look like without me at its helm? Who will fight the hardest for it? Katya…Sasha…find four people each. Your teams win…you’re in charge. Sienna…Beauty Factory….whatever and Wonderland too…There’s no way the Board will allow you to serve on the board, but you can have the ability to name someone who will serve as matchmaker and operating officer. Find your team of four.”

Mr. D pauses, almost as if he’s thinking about it.

Mr. D: “Yeah…this will work. Retribution…Katya’s team, Sasha’s team, the Beauty Factory and the Wonderland. Four teams…and they’ll meet…in Tactical Warfare!”

The crowd roars. Giovanni Aries smiles as Sienna looks a bit stunned before turning to her Beauty Factory teammates. Syren and Katya look at one another as does CHBK before we see Sasha look at her father.

Sharper: “My God! Tactical Warfare and the fate of the company is on the line!”

The crowd continues to cheer as the scene slowly fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

MOMENTS AGO:

We open up with a shot of Mr. D in the ring, Sasha next to him, with Katya and Dark Fantasy across from him. Giovanni Aries is also in the ring.

Sharper: “Moments ago, a stunning match signed by Mr. D.”

The video plays with Mr. D in mid-sentence.

Mr. D: “What better way than to allow the roster to fight over what SCW will look like without me at its helm? Who will fight the hardest for it? Katya…Sasha…find four people each. Your teams win…you’re in charge. Sienna…Beauty Factory….whatever and Wonderland too…There’s no way the Board will allow you to serve on the board, but you can have the ability to name someone who will serve as matchmaker and operating officer. Find your team of four.”

Mr. D pauses, almost as if he’s thinking about it.

Mr. D: “Yeah…this will work. Retribution…Katya’s team, Sasha’s team, the Beauty Factory and the Wonderland. Four teams…and they’ll meet…in Tactical Warfare!”

The crowd roars.

We then cut to ringside to see Adam Sharper and Jonathan Knots at the announce table.

Knots: “I don’t believe this. In one sense, great. It means there’s a better chance Katya may not get what she wants. Syren will be forced to deal with her actions. But…the fate of this company on the line in Tactical Warfare.”

Sharper: “And think of what that can look like. Katya has Dark Fantasy. Sasha, we’re not sure yet. But Giovanni Aries…you have to think he’ll go to the Tag Team Champions and then Sienna…the Beauty Factory.”

Knots: “More importantly, I assume this means that the World Championship won’t be on the line at Retribution. But then again, the one thing I can think of that’s more important…who is running this company with Mr. D stepping down is!”

James Evans vs. Dante McCaffery

The opening of “Close Your Eyes" can be heard blaring through the PA system. The camera will pan through the curtain as the face of James Evans appears, igniting a positive reaction from the crowd, as they shower him in cheers. The camera remains on James as he breaks through the curtain. The cheers intensify as James looks out at the crowd.

"Let forever take me in
Now I know that I'm alive
Give me something to forgive
As the wicked come to life
Show me where it all begins
As I watch this world divide
Hope will guide you to the end
And there will be no last goodbye
For all live and die
Leave it all behind"

Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for one fall…introducing first, hailing from New York City, New York, weighting in at 220 pounds, he is one half of the SCW World Tag Team Champions, he is…JAMES EVANS!!!”

James slowly makes his way to the ring, as images of him winning various championships and hitting various moves appear on the screen. James reaches the ring and makes his way up the ring steps, before turning and facing the crowd.

"Take away the dark inside
And lead me to the light
All will fade before your eyes
As we turn the tide
I will bring the dream to life
Hold on, just hold on
I will keep you here inside
Just close your eyes"

James then steps into the ring and walks to the center of it, removing his black hoodie, maintaining his focus, James then goes to the corner and sits on the top turnbuckle, his back to the crowd, as the screen shows James powerbombing Ace Marshall through the barricade, as well as James lifting the SCW World title above his head, as his music comes to an end.

Sharper: “There is James Evans, one half of the SCW World Tag Team Champions with Angelica Jones. James coming out alone as he prepares for a match against none other than Dante McCaffery.”

Knots: “Word is that James asked for a match and he has said he’s tired of sitting on the sidelines. We will see if he has reason for that or if he bit off more than he can chew.”

The opening to "Out of the Black" hits the PA system, drawing boos from the audience. The lights flash with every sound of the drum. Once the bass hits and the song kicks into gear, Dante McCaffery emerges from the curtains with a long black and yellow fur trenchcoat with another black and red jacket underneath. He immediately mouths off to the crowd and scowls. Dante glares at the crowd and shortly after, Savali and Jack Parker walk out. Jack has his trademark steel chair in hands as he extends his arms to the crowd before he looks right at the camera.

Dante looks around and starts walking down to the ring as Jack and Savali follow.

Phillips: Accompanied to the ring by Savali, LEO and Ms. Budde From Montreal, Quebec, Canada, weighing in at two hundred and fifteen pounds, ...DANTE MCCAFFFEEEEEEERY!

Dante walks down to the ring, giving the fans the "shoo" gesture repeatedly. Savali just glares at the camera. Dante soon pauses and stares at the audience to his right for a moment. He looks around at the crowd and he says a few things. .

Budde looks on and pulls Dante to the side. She's is seen whispering something to Dante and the latter nods. Dante then starts walking up the steel steps before turning around, giving the crowd the chance to boo him some more. Dante soon enters the ring.Jack and Savaillook on the outside. Dante soon ascends up the turnbuckle. The crowd boos as McCaffery looks around the crowd. From there, Dante steps down and goes to the corner, where he and Savali talk while Parker stands on the outside.

Sharper: “Dante arriving with members of the Network. You have to wonder if the Network will be removed from the ring like they were last week during Dante’s match against Xander Valentine or not.”

The ref calls for the bell, as both competitors step to the center of the ring. Dante smirks at James, who signals for a tie up. Both men tie up, with James locking in a side headlock. James then transitions behind Dante, hooking him and taking him down with a belly to back suplex. Dante hits the mat then quickly rolls out of the ring as the crowd boos his actions.

Sharper: “James initiating the tie up before taking Dante down with a belly to back. Dante didn’t seem to like the way the match started.”

Knots: “Taking a breather is sometimes necessary. Maybe he forgot to work on his cardio this week.”

Dante glares at James as James motions to Dante to bring it. The crowd cheers James.

Sharper: “James telling Dante to bring the fight.”

Knots: “Well, he did ask for a match.”

Dante slowly pulls himself onto the ring apron and slowly climbs into the ring. James meets Dante in the middle of the ring and they lock up. James backs Dante into the ropes, before going to whip him across the ring. Dante reverses, before driving his knee into James’ abdomen. Dante then drives an elbow into the back of James’ head.

James hits the mat as Dante slowly begins to walk around him. Dante stomps on James’s hands, before stomping on his back. The crowd boos as Dante takes a moment to smirk. Dante then stomps down on James’ back once more.

Sharper: “Dante stomping on James, trying to keep him on the mat.”

Knots: “He is taking his time in breaking James’ down.”

James pushes himself up, only for Dante to stomp down on the center of James’ back. James goes to push himself off of the mat once again, only for Dante to run up and connect with a kick to the ribs. James rolls over onto his back as Dante goes for the pin, rubbing his forearm and elbow over James’ face in the process.

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James kicks out and rolls away. Dante gets to his feet as James gets to one knee. Dante connects with a running knee to the side of the head. Dante then grabs James, taking him down with a reverse DDT.

Sharper: “I don’t think this is the way James wanted this match to go.”

Dante gets to his feet as James rolls over onto his stomach. James pushes himself to one knee only for Dante to charge and connect with a running knee to the back of the head. James slumps over as Dante goes for another cover.

Knots: “Dante connecting with the Rapture. Is it enough to put James away?”

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James kicks out. Dante glares at the ref, shaking his head. Dante grabs James, lifting him to his feet. Dante hooks James, going for a snap suplex, but James fights it. Dante hits a punch to the ribs before going for another snap suplex, but James blocks it again. Dante goes for another shot to the ribs, but James grabs the arm, twists it, before twisting out of Dante’s grasp. James then pulls Dante into a running high knee.

Sharper: “James Evans with the reversal.”

James grabs Dante who is shown getting to one knee, before taking Dante down with a double underhook backbreaker. James then grabs Dante’s legs, steps in between them before locking in a sharpshooter.

Knots: “James locking in a submission and he has Dante in the center of the ring.”

The ref checks on Dante who shakes his head no. James leans back, applying more pressure. Just then, Jack jumps onto the ring apron. James immediately lets go of the hold, rushing over and landing an elbow to the side of Jack’s head, dropping Jack off of the apron. With James distracted, Dante manages to grab him and roll him into a school boy.

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James kicks out. Dante gets to his feet just as James gets to one knee. Dante charges, only for James to plant him with a spinebuster.

Knots: “Jack Parker distracted James allowing Dante to sneak in a roll up, but to no avail.”

James lifts Dante off of the mat and whips him across the ring. Dante hits the ropes and comes back, just as James leaps off of the second rope, connecting a spinning wheel kick to the side of the jaw. Dante hits the mat as James hooks the leg.

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Dante manages to kick out. James grabs Dante off of the mat and whips him into the corner. James goes to the opposite side, before charging, and connecting with a running kick to the side of the head. Dante buckles a bit in the corner.

Sharper: “James Evans landing that running kick that he has decided to call ‘Laces Out’”

Dante stumbles out of the corner and James grabs him. Just then, Jack Parker and Savali slide into the ring. James lets go of Dante and Dante rolls out of the ring. Jack charges at James, as does Savali. James jumps out of the way just in the nick of time, causing the two to collide. Jack and Savali drop to the mat as the ref tries to regain order.

Sharper: “And members of the Network, Jack Parker and Savali jumping to help Dante. A message from Katya would be nice if you ask me.”

Knots: “Looks like the Network had a big miscommunication.”

Dante slides back into the ring. He grabs James, going for Damascus but James manages to reverse. James stands behind Dante, hooking him before dropping him with Cataclysm!

Sharper: “This place has come alive with James Evans firmly in control.”

Dante rolls around, holding his head, as James reaches down, grabbing him and locking in the Twinge. The crowd cheers.

Sharper: “James has the Twinge locked in.”

Knots: “If you remember, this is the hold he used to secure the SCW World Championship a few years ago at Rise to Greatness.”

The ref begins to check with Dante, who is shown struggling. James leans back a little more, applying more pressure, before Dante finally taps out. The ref calls for the bell as the crowd explodes. James breaks the hold before climbing to his feet. James climbs to the top rope and salutes the cheering crowd.

Sharper: “James Evans with a strong win here tonight. The crowd loving every minute of it.”

James continues saluting the crowd as the cameras cut to the back.

COMMERCIALS

The scene opens up backstage to see Sienna Swann with Bree Lancaster, who is with Scott Burnside.

Sienna: “You were the first person I came to. We have a chance to finally get us what we deserve.”

Bree: “But the Tag Titles-“

Sienna: “You still have that. Syren’s not even defending the title when we know she should be defending it against me. And let’s face it…we win…you know, for the people….we give them what they want. You get your rematch against Bree. You and Andrew get your tag title shot. London and Paris too.”

Bree: “It makes sense.”

Sienna: “Look against Syren, Ravyn…whoever Sasha picks…that dimwit Giovanni…look, I can’t think of anyone else I would rather have by my side.”

Bree nods.

Bree: “Makes perfect sense to me. Plus, I would love to force Sasha and Katya to both have to deal with the fact that they’re not calling the shots….WE are.”

Sienna smiles.

Sienna: “So you’re in?”

Bree: “Damn right I am.”

The crowd boos.

Sienna: “Perfect.”

Sienna smiles as scene slowly fades out.

Autumn Valentine, Scarlet Grey & Ruby Amarant vs. Peyton Rice, Gigi Steward & Maddy Steward

"Scarlet" by In This Moment begins to play as the entire arena in engulfed in red lighting, feeling so much like a thick red veil has overtaken the arena that it's suffocating. Through the smoke that begins to cover the stage, Scarlet Grey and Ruby Amarant slowly saunter out onto the stage hand-in-hand and hips bumping as they walk, drawing the gaze of every fan in the arena as they are entranced by this sight. Scarlet slowly turns to Ruby with a smirk and slowly starts running a hand up and down her body, trying to intentionally shift some of the focus over to her as Ruby just smiles back at her, and when Scarlet rises back to full height the two share a brief but passionate kiss before they begin heading down to the ring, Scarlet catching the lingering gaze of some of the fans and winking to them as Ruby just keeps her smile, pleased that Scarlet's enjoying herself.

Phillips: “The following Contest is a Six-Woman Tag Team Match! Introducing first from Phoenix, Arizona, total combined weight of 260 Lbs…. Ruby Amarant and Scarlet Grey… The Red Empire!”

As they reach ringside Scarlet slowly walks up the steps before stepping between the top and second ropes, taking her sweet time with it to show off not only her ample display of cleavage but also the greatest ass god himself ever created for a woman. She then spreads her legs as she leans back against the ropes and allows Ruby to slide into the ring between her legs. Ruby slowly twists around and rises as Scarlet approaches, taking Ruby's hands to run them up along her own body as well. This ends with the two of them locking lips again, one leg slowly rising from each of them before they separate. As the lights return to normal, Scarlet saunters over to try and start flirting with the referee as the look on Ruby's face changes, making it clear that at least she's flipped the switch and is ready for war.

Sharper: “The Red Empire coming to ringside, they team with Autumn Valentine in an alliance that has been formed under Katya’s reign. We have seen Scarlet take liberties at the expense of Kelcey Wallace and Chris Cannon from the Trios Tournament, we also have seen Ruby doing her best to protect her….”

Knots: “Yeah and you know that one of their opponents tonight, Peyton Rice takes that personal, Kelcey is her mentor. Scarlet has no boundaries.”

The lights dim slightly and the spotlights point down at the stage as the fans quieten in expectation. A woman whispering can be heard across the PA system.

“Don’t bless me father, for I have sinned...”

“Miss Nothing” by The Pretty Reckless begins playing across the PA system as the fans boo. After a few seconds Autumn Valentine walks out onto the stage with a smile on her face, standing in the middle of the spotlights for a moment before spinning around and holding out her arms downward, revealing the words “DARK FANTASY” on the back of her ring jacket.

Sinfully Seductive
Captivatingly Corrupt
Dark Fantasy

Autumn spins back around, seemingly enjoying the negative crowd reaction. She stands for a moment before looking back over her shoulder. The fans booing gets louder as she’s joined on the stage by Ryan Watson. Watson holds her hand as the two of them head to the ring. Once at ringside Autumn jumps up on the ring entrance as Ryan pulls himself up using the bottom rope. He then stands and holds down the middle rope for her to enter. The fans boo louder as Autumn now ascends the ropes in the corner, standing on the middle rope once again soaking in their reaction. She flips back out of the corner, spinning around and landing on her feet. She then removes her jacket, handing it to Ryan who remains on the apron. Ryan jumps down, holding onto her jacket as Autumn walks to the corner, sitting down in the corner and talking with her manager at ringside as he stands outside the ring.

Sharper: “Here is Autumn Valentine, Ryan now recovered from the attack by Regan Street. Autumn definitely wants to send a message tonight to anyone who crosses them.”

Knots: “Let’s not forget, Peyton is a student of David Helms who is husband to Regan, this could get interesting especially with The Stewards involved.”

“Supreme” plays throughout the arena as the stage and video screen goes dark. Gigi’s video plays on the screen and she steps out on to the stage wearing a black leather with tiny metal spikes on it and also a bandana covering her face. She walks up to the center of the stage and stretches her arms out embracing the fans support for her. The camera changes as it switches to the stage entrance where “That Girl’s a Genius” blasts through the arena, Madison walks out dress in her dark black ring attire and wearing a steampunk white rabbit mask. She stops on the stage and feeds off the crowd’s energy that gets her pumped. They begin to march to the ring walking with a purpose but stop, they turn and look at the entranceway when the arena goes dark before a lone spotlight shines on the entrance, suddenly the opening beats to “All The Days" by Mammoth play throughout the arena as the beautiful Peyton Rice walks out in wrestling gear and jacket. Her long dark blonde hair hanging down. She looks around at the crowd before getting to one knee and making a line across the entrance, she crosses her arms and lowers her head for a moment before standing up and pointing to the ring as the crowd roars. With her gorgeous and contagious smile, Peyton starts to walk to the ring, stopping and pulling off some high fiving the fans and taking selfies with them. She meets up with Maddie and Gigi Steward, they high five, hug each other. The crowd cheers as they head to the ring soaking up the reaction before hopping into the apron and pointing the crowd before flipping over the top rope as the crowd roars and stepping on the second rope, raising her arms and looking up, she then thanks the fans while being announced. Gigi hops on the middle ropes and throws out her own hand sign to the fans. She then rips off the bandana and tosses it into the crowd. Gigi hops off the ropes and takes off her jacket setting it aside for ring crew to pick up while Madison sliding in….

Phillips: “Their opponents first from Los Angeles, CA. At a total combined weight of 232 lbs., Gigi and Maddie Steward! And from Glendale, Arizona! Weighing in at 115 pounds, here is Peyton Rice!”

The crowd roars as Peyton flips from the second rope on to her feet, Gigi hops off the ropes and takes off her jacket setting it aside for ring crew to pick up while Madison sliding in and picks herself up and takes off her black ring coat and gets ready for the match as Madison picks herself up and takes off her black ring coat. Peyton off her jacket and ruffles her hair a little, standing in the corner and all awaiting for the match to begin…..

Sharper: “What an entrance and all three of these young women are on the same page, earlier they were calling themselves the “Brat Pack”, I guess for tonight, Peyton is an honorary member, they have a tough task against three women that are looking to take out opposers of Katya especially after the huge news we heard, earlier.”

Knots: “I agree but damn, there was an energy in here when The Stewards and Peyton came out, I only hear it when I or Kennie are introduced, impressive!”

Sharper: “Of course you do.”

The referee checks both sides before he goes to call for the bell, suddenly Autumn and the Red Empire attack Peyton and the Stewards, the crowd roars as all six women come to blows, Peyton and Autumn started to trade rights, Maddie and Gigi on the Red Empire, they two are going fisticuffs, the crowd continue to cheers as Madison and Gigi double dropkick the Empire out of the ring, Peyton blocks a right, steps back and superkicks Autumn through the ropes. All three fall out of the ring, they regroup but they do not see Maddie, Gigi and Peyton run across the ring and hit consecutive suicide dives on Autumn and the Empire! The crowd erupts as Peyton grabs Scarlet but Ruby grabs Peyton instead protecting her, forcing Peyton to throw her in the ring instead, the referee accepts Peyton and Ruby starting first, Peyton runs against the ropes, and hits a spinning flying clothesline, Scarlet drops and Rice hits a standing moonsault for the pin….

1!

2!

Kick Out By Ruby!

The other members of the team finally make it to the corner, Peyton grabs Ruby in a front face lock, she runs up the ropes but Ruby pushes off, Peyton lands on her feet, Ruby goes for s swinging forearm, Peyton ducks, locking her in a crucifix pin…..

1!

2!

Kick Out by Ruby!

Sharper: “Peyton wanted to get Scarlet in the ring, Ruby wouldn’t let her and Rice, the rookie here and undefeated EMERGE Champion is probably the fastest wrestler I have ever seen!”

Knots: “They are high on the potential of this young woman, she has it all, but Ruby will do anything to protect Scarlet, you also need to be careful with Watson, his gibberish alone can distract you!”

Peyton kips up, Ruby tries to clothesline her again, Peyton is too quick, she hops on Ruby with a spinning head scissors into her corner, quickly tagging Maddie who jumps in and Monkey Flips Ruby, the Empire member gets to her feet and Maddie Irish Whips her, delivering a huge back drop, Ruby tries to get up and tag but Maddie rolls her up for the pin….

1!

2!

Scarlet Breaks the Pin with a Huge Kick to the Chest!

Madison drops to the mats, Scarlet drags Ruby over and tags herself in, she grabs Madison and starts kicking her while down, picking her up by the hair and whipping her into their turnbuckle, charging in but Maddie jumps up, she tries to Sunset Flip Scarlet but Autumn tags in, Maddie finishes looking for a pin but Autumn kicks her hard in the back of the head, she then grabs her by the hair, sets her Maddie up for a Suplex but Maddie flips behind her, she crawls under Autumn’s legs and tags in Gigi! The crowd roars as Gigi jumps in with a dropkick, Autumn falls and gets back up, caught with a huge hip toss, Autumn gets up and Gigi runs against the ropes, hitting a flying body press but Autumn flips over and hooks the leg….

1!

2!

Gigi Kicks Out!

She gets up, Autumn forearms her against the ropes, she goes for an Irish Whip, Gigi reverses, Autumn bounces off the ropes, Gigi goes for a back drop, but Autumn catches her hair and violently snaps her back into he mats. The crowd boos as Autumn starts to stomp her continuously, picking her up and setting up for Valentine’s Kiss, she starts to run against the ropes. Gigi pushes her into the turnbuckle and dives, tagging in Peyton, the crowd roars, Autumn turns around and Peyton hits Rice-A-Roni, the crowd roars as she runs against the ropes and hits a twisting legdrop off the second rope! She goes for the cover….

1!

2!

Autumn gets her shoulder up!

Sharper: “Right now, Autumn and the Red Empire have not been able to figure anything out against the Stewards and Rice, they are too fast, have them on their heels, they can’t get anything going!”

Knots: “That was the key to this match, speed and more speed but they are dangerous, Peyton and the Stewards maybe wrestling on emotion, that doesn’t always translate into victory, they need to be careful.”

Peyton waits, Autumn stands up, Rice runs against the ropes suddenly falls when tripped by Ryan Watson, the referee sees it as Watson pleads his case, he throws him out, sending him to the back, Autumn screams at the official, he points to the back and Watson starts to throw a tantrum, the crowd roars as he threatens to disqualify the Red Empire and Valentine.

Sharper: “Watson getting thrown out of the match and rightfully so! He tripped up Peyton in plain sight. The ref made the right call.”

Knots: And it just shows how The Red Empire and Autumn have struggled mightily in this match, Watson trying so hard to turn the tide, idiot could have just confused Peyton by talking to her, it took three years for Kennedy to get the haunting gibberish from her head.”

Autumn stomps her feet, she turns to grab Peyton who rolls her up in a small package…

1!

2!

3… No! Autumn Kicks Out!

Peyton rolls to the corner and tags in Maddie, the crowd roars as Maddie comes in on Autumn, she starts to forearm her, backing Autumn up, she hooks her arm and goes for as bulldog, Autumn pushes off, Maddie turns right into a spinebuster, Autumn rolls over and tags in Ruby, Holding Maddie’s leg, Ruby leg drops her. The referee tells Autumn to get back to the corner, Maddie is picked up by Ruby, quickly hitting a suplex and rolling over for the pin….

1!

2!

Maddie Kicks Out!

Ruby lifts her up and throws her into the turnbuckle, throwing shoulder thrusts into her midsection. She tags in Autumn again, electing not to tag Scarlet. Autumn comes in, pressing her foot on Maddie’s neck, the referee makes the count…

1…

2…

3…

4…

Autumn breaks the choke.

Sharper: “Now they have taken control, working together, fast tags and cutting the ring in half.”

Knots: “They needed to slow things down, this is also where experience comes into play.”

She takes Maddie out of the corner pulling her hair, she runs against the ropes and hits a Springboard Roundhouse Kick. Maddie is down, Autumn goes for the cover…

1!

2!

3… No! Maddie Gets a Shoulder Up!

Gigi was starting to get in the ring. Autumn looks over and taunts her, Gigi steps in, the referee stops her as Peyton starts pointing at The Red Empire and Autumn all clubbing Maddie down, Peyton yelling at the referee, but he looks to get them back, turning around too late. Maddie is down as Autumn tags in Ruby again, Scarlet walks away. Ruby picks up Maddie, she lifts her up over her shoulder and tags Scarlet who climbs to the second turnbuckle and flies off with a swinging neck breaker. Scarlet smiles at Peyton and seductively gets on Maddie for the pin….

1!

2!

3… No! Peyton runs in and Scarlet quickly runs back to the corner and tags Autumn.

Valentine comes in as the referee yells at Peyton to back off. Autumn smirks, picking up Madison, she sets her up for the Pink Whisper but Maddie flips Autumn over into a Northern Lights Suplex. The crowd roars as the referee drops for the cover…

1!

2!

3… No! Ruby Breaks up the count!

Sharper: “Madison almost pulled it off in the jaws of defeat, this young woman is fighting! Peyton and Gigi yelling for tags!”

Knots: “Come on, the rookie wants to get in and Scarlet wants no part of her!”

Autumn gets up and grabs Maddie, she turns her around but Madison spins through with an Enzinguiri! Autumn drops to the mats and rolls over, Maddie falls, crawling to the corner, Ruby reaches for the tag, Autumn is about to tag but Scarlet takes it instead, Ruby looks over and screams know, Scarlet runs in and suddenly she dives, tagging Peyton Rice. The crowd erupts as Scarlet backs off, Peyton grabs her as she turns around, Peyton pulls her into a backdrop, she then runs against the ropes, hits a handspring elbow timed perfectly as Scarlet gets up, she drops her. Peyton runs to the turnbuckle but Ruby is there, pushing her off, she stumbles and falls to the mats where Gigi quickly tags, Peyton looks up not wanting to tag as Gigi jumps from the middle ropes into a splash, Ruby goes in for the breakup but Peyton hits a vicious Snowbird spear on Ruby as they both fly out of the ring!

Gigi hooks the leg for the cover…

1!

Autumn breaks the count as Maddie flies from the middle ropes right on Autumn, they fall over, Maddie gets up, Autumn stands, and she hits a flying body press knocking them both over the top rope and to the floor. Gigi turns and grabs Scarlet after the distraction. Scarlet grabs her by the tights and pulls her face first into the turnbuckle, Gigi hits hard, stumbling back right into the Hug and Kiss, Scarlet lays on her provocatively while hooking the leg….

Sharper: “Hug and Kiss! Gigi hit really hard, she might have knocked herself dazed!”

Knots: “Gigi was just dropped, Peyton is getting up and sliding in the ring, Gig might be out!”

The referee drops for the count as Peyton slides in….

1!

2!

3!

The referee calls for the bell. Scarlet gets up and smirks, celebrating when suddenly she turns into a running turnbuckle dropkick from Peyton Rice, the crowd roars as Scarlet hits hard and falls to the mat. Peyton points to the top rope as the crowd cheers louder, she jumps up for the Pretty Girl Drop ready to launch on Scarlet when Ruby grabs her foot and yanks her out of the ring, Peyton drops and stares at Scarlet and Ruby….

Phillips: “The winners of the match, the team of The Red Empire and Autumn Valentine!”

“Scarlet” by In This Moment plays throughout the arena, Autumn joins the Red Empire as they start making their way toward the back, raising their hands in victory. Peyton checks on Gigi who stirs and nods she is okay, Madison slides in and checks on Gigi as well…..

Sharper: “Tough break for The Stewards and Peyton Rice who came here to fight and had a hell of a performance. In the end Scarlet was able to sneak one in and catch Gigi. We almost saw Peyton Rice drop on Scarlet, you know those feelings run deep after what happened on Trios. Look at the face of that young woman toward Scarlet.”

Knots: “They almost pulled it off, Sharper but this isn’t over, Scarlet wants to play games, no one wants to be a part of. This is far from over.”

Scarlet smirks while Ruby helps her to the back, Autumn is leading the way to the back but Peyton and Scarlet continue to stare each other down as Gigi is helped up by Maddie….

Backstage, Kennedy Street, Regan Street and Mikaela Street are seen talking backstage in their locker room. The SCW Adrenaline Championship is on the coffee table in the room.

Kennedy: “I’m stunned…just all of this…”

Regan: “Yeah…well….”

Kennedy looks at Regan.

Kennedy: “He’s the reason you got the chance to hold that.”

Regan: “And Datura is the reason I’m holding it and holding a Trios Tournament contract too. She unleashed this and so be it.”

There’s a knock at the door. Mikaela heads over to the door.

Kennedy: “Still…it’s…I don’t even know what to think-“

Mikaela: “Uh, guys….”

The camera pans out to show Sasha walking in with her. Kennedy and Regan turn to her.

Sasha: “I think you both can guess why I’m here.”

The crowd roars.

Regan: “Always gotta be around to bail people out.”

Kennedy: “Regan…”

Regan scoffs a bit.

Sasha: “Look, I know you Kennie are more loyal to my dad and Regan…I don’t blame you for any issues you have. But right now, the only option we have to avoid something worse…is me.”

Kennedy: “What are you thinking about all of this with your dad?”

Sasha: “I’ve tried to talk him out of it. He won’t.”

Kennedy turns away.

Regan: “The man can just settle up and pick one. It’s pretty damn easy to me.”

Sasha: “Just like you had to pick between you or AJ? And chose to avoid it entirely. Just like you only turned against Jason when he was sleeping with your enemy.”

Regan: “We’ve moved past that.”

Sasha: “Either way, my point stands. If anyone should understand his decision is you. But that said, I need you to decide…are you staying out of this…or can you side with me?”

Kennedy: “I’m in.”

The crowd roars as Sasha smiles.

Kennedy: “I’ve got issues with everyone in there. Giovanni…Syren…Sienna…I can get my hands on all of them and maybe, maybe make something good here.”

Kennedy turns to Regan and Regan sighs.

Regan: “Fine…I’m in too. To get my hands on Syren and Ravyn. That’s worth it.”

Sasha: “What about Sienna? I get the friendship there-“

Regan: “Sienna…that’s one thing. What some people in her group stand for…that’s another.”

The crowd roars as the scene fades out.

COMMERCIALS

Backstage we see James Evans sitting down backstage, after his match, still in his gear, leaning back in the locker room. We then see Giovanni Aries walking over, taking a drag of his cigarette. James looks up at him.

James: “I was wondering when you’d come to me. I still can believe you got in on this.”

Giovanni: “Never underestimate the Lizard Kingdom’s arrogance!”

James: “Again, you realize D is the reason I’ve gotten the second chance.”

Giovanni: “And now we can give you your rebirth.”

Giovanni walks over and sits down next to him. He looks at James and takes another drag of his cigarette. James coughs a bit.

Giovanni: “Already the allure of power is causing effects to you. Bree’s already sided with Sienna. Their vanity too much. She wanted your title so badly, but this is more…not only do we need to stop her, but let’s face it…we can make her doubt everything. We can open EVERYONE’s eyes. This is an opportunity to establish the SCW as the Wonderland. A completely brand new start…not only for you, not only for Angelica…but for everyone.”

James looks down and thinks about it.

Giovanni: “Don’t be selfish James…you’ve proven you’ve changed. This….this will now be you sharing the fruits of this.”

James turns to Giovanni.

James: “Alright…I’m in…but on one condition…”

Giovanni: “What is it?”

Giovanni takes another drag.

James: “Angelica needs to be there.”

Giovanni: “Already on that.”

Giovanni smiles and gets up. He smirks as he walks off. The scene slowly fades out.

Rise!!!!
Look deep into his eyes!
Rise!!!!
Look deep into his eyes, that's where the fire lies!

The spotlights shine forth from the stage, bathing the entire arena in blinding white lights corresponding with a verse of “Eyes Like Fire” by Collision of Innocence. A figure stands in front of the curtains, his arms are extended horizontally, and his legs spread. His back is turned to the audience. As the bright lights starts to dim, you can tell the man is wearing pure white tights. A blood red sleeveless coat stretching from his defined torso down to his equally bright white boots. Alistaire kicks out his leg to turn to face the crowd as the chorus of his theme kicks in:

Descending on a cloud, For all the world to see
Dressed in white with strength and majesty
Robe dripping red with eyes like fire
Sword held up high behold the white horse rider

Cries of the martyrs he has heard your voices
Now the day nears they will pay for their choices
Look up until the day and don't ever be afraid
For vengeance isn't yours, In time they will face their grave

He begins to walk down the ramp with his dark eyes staring intently upon the ring before him. He marches down with purpose, ignoring the fans on either side of him. He stops at the bottom of the ramp for a moment, before launching forward, sliding into the ring.

Descending on a cloud, For all the world to see
Dressed in white with strength and majesty
Robe dripping red with eyes like fire
Sword held up high behold the white horse rider

Once in the ring, he heads to the center of the ring. He looks out before turning and walking over to the corner, demanding a microphone. Phillips hands him one and Alistaire walks back and look saround. He smirks as he looks out at the crowd.

Sharper: “Alistaire Allocco joining us. New entrance. New looks.”

Knots: “Moving on from Cassidy Carter and Ace Marshall it seems.”

Sharper: “But why is he out here?”

Alistaire smiles as his music fades out. He looks out at the crowd.

Alistaire: “Tonight is a night made for someone like me.”

The crowd boos.

Alistaire: “With so many people looking to craft their teams, to determine the future of SCW, it is clear that they all should be tripping over themselves to have the services of the greatest grappler on this roster on their team to help their visions develop.”

The crowd boos.

Knots: “It’s suddenly so clear.”

Alistaire: “Let’s face it. No one else has the pure grappling skills, the amazing submission skills, and the pure confidence to deliver that I do and whether it is the Beauty Factory, The Wonderland or either of Mr. D’s daughters, I should be an obvious choice. But that being said, and given how in demand I am and should be, I need to make clear my terms. And trust me, there are many, so I hope you all to be patient.”

The crowd boos some more.

Sharper: “Given that no one has mentioned him-“

Knots: “Hey! He thinks he’s the Jesus Christ of Wrestling. Let him have his moment!”

Alistaire: “First off…whomever demands my services, I would like a clear message that is in line with our lord Jesus Christ.”

The crowd boos.

Alistaire: “Next…I demand no such promises for hedonism, but instead order and discipline to ensure unruly competitors are brought into line. Too many people make their own rules. We have rules for a reason. To ensure who is best in competition. It really is that simple!”

Alistaire shakes his head as he paces a bit.

Alistaire: “I am named team captain. This is more to ensure there are not other individuals who claim to be a leader when they are not fit to lead. I look at people like Syren or Sienna or Regan or Kennedy or Giovanni, and just see people who are simply abominations to a team based system. They only care for themselves.”

The crowd boos.

Alistaire: “If the Wonderland asks me, Giovanni Aries must recuse himself from the team. I refuse to stand with someone with such a lack of morals.”

The crowd roars.

Alistaire: “More importantly, when I inevitably win, I demand that I am given the plaudits I deserve. Let’s face it, I am our greatest star in SCW and we should no longer look to hide that. I should be given the opportunity to be a true role model for the youth of America.”

Alistaire pauses and looks to the camera.

Alistaire: “So to the different visions of the future of SCW, if you wish to win, you need look no further than yours truly. With me on your team, your vision will be put forward…with the rightful concessions to something befitting of myself. So…to Sasha, Katya, Giovanni or Sienna…please come out with your offers. I await your grovelling!”

Alistaire smiles as he turns to the entrance way. He looks out. The crowd boos some more.

Alistaire: “Come on. You know this is the best opportunity you’ll have. Don’t all come out at once!”

Alistaire smiles as he continues to wait. A few moments pass before no one comes out. He then looks around and starts to get a bit frustrated.

Alistaire: “Well if you want to lose!”

Alistaire looks out as the crowd continues to boo. A faint “Alistaire sucks!” chant begins and Alistaire looks around. The chants get a bit louder and Alistaire looks at them.

Alistaire: “How dare you!”

Alistaire looks around as the chants continue. He looks around and then brings the microphone down. He continues to hear the negative chants.

Sharper: “I don’t feel the fans are sold on his value.”

Knots: “Well he did oversell himself. He’s damn good…just I don’t know if he’s lifechanging.”

Alistaire continues to hear the chants as he starts to look annoyed.

Alistaire: “Shut up! I am the person who will determine the future of SCW!”

"The Authority Song" by John Mellencamp hits the speakers. The crowd roars as Kellen Jeffries walks out from the back with Amber Sloane. Alistaire turns to the entrance way. He just smiles. Kellen and Amber head down to the ring and Kellen walks up the steel steps and then holds the ropes open for Amber. Amber enters as Alistaire walks over and immediately shakes her hand. Kellen steps in and Alistaire goes to do the same to him, but Kellen just walks past him and over to the corner. Phillips hands him a microphone. Kellen takes it.

Alistaire: “Clearly you’re just focused. But no need to be rude. I offered my hand. I mean you’re clearly here because Kennedy and Regan convinced Sasha to ask me to be on their team, leading her to victory. They need someone with my discipline, given Kennedy and Regan’s issues-“

Kellen: “Ali…dude…just no. I’m actually out here because you’re embarrassing yourself and I figured I’d do the ethical thing and act as the hook. I know you’re young, you’re brash, you’re confident, but this…this isn’t winning anyone over.”

Alistaire: “So Regan and Kennedy aren’t that smart. A shame. I mean as someone who won the World Championship in my third match, one of the greatest stars of this generation, I am a surefire victory.”

Kellen: “Alistaire…stop. You’re good…but did anyone come out? They’re all back there…wanting to pick up the best team and well, you’re not part of those calculations. So let’s just get out of the ring-“

Alistaire: “So you’re just someone looking for spotlight. Again, very rude. So little manners. No one Kennedy and others didn’t full trust you. You seem a toxic individual. You should look out for him.”

Alistaire turns to Amber with that last comment. Kellen turns away as Alistaire turns.

Alistaire: “Just the rudeness here. It’s a bad sign for someone like you-“

Kellen suddenly drills Alistaire with a hard right cross. Alistaire hits the mat and rolls over. Kellen just turns and shakes his head before turning to Amber. Amber just smirks and Alistaire gets up and turns and goes to grab Kellen before then stopping and backing up. Kellen turns to him seeing Alistaire back away.

Sharper: “Kellen Jeffries clocking Alistaire!”

Knots: “But Alistaire not even going to jump him. Backing off!”

Sharper: “Kellen has no problem continuing to move forward.”

Kellen then turns and goes to nail him with a shot, but Alistaire, now being attacked and defending himself instead, grabs him and hits an exploder suplex. The crowd ohs and boos. Kellen rolls over as Alistaire turns and looks at him. He then dusts himself off before turning to Amber and saying something to her before rolling to the floor. He then turns and starts to back off. The crowd boos as Alistaire looks around.

Sharper: “In defending himself, he just snapped Kellen Jeffries over.”

Knots: “Got him up and over and he won’t jump you, but he will defend himself at least. So he’s not entirely cowardly! Still deserved a hard right to the jaw!”

Alistaire continues to head to the back as we cut away.

Backstage, the scene opens up to see Jessica Winters at the SCW interview area.

Jessica: “I am Jessica Winters and Manvel recently while also splitting from Derek Adonis has won the SCW Television Championship and last week, had an opponent that frankly should not have been in the ring with him. These matches have become more advertisements than actual competition, but one man has taken issue more with his latest opponent, Crystal Pistol. That man is Sammy Thomas Davies.”

The crowd faintly cheers as Sammy Thomas Davies comes into the scene with Clamidiya behind him. Sammy turns to Jessica.

Sammy: “Damn right. That Crystal is taking MY spot as the most redundant character here. Just because she can shoot things….from…down THERE! I don’t need any gimmicks except my two fists right here. Donkey and Alfonso! And damn it, I’m going to prove to Manvel that if ANYONE is going to get free stuff and threaten his title reign it’s me. We don’t need any strippers. We don’t need KABLAMA Sutra pushers. We need one of the ORIGINALS. A former champion to step out from the shadows. That’s right…it’s me!”

Jessica: “Well, uh…good luck in your challenge for the SCW TV Championship.”

Sammy smiles and walks off with Clamidiya. Jessica watches them leave shaking her head.

Sharper: “The SCW TV Championship will be on the line next!”

The scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

Breakdown cuts backstage to see Mr. D talking to Selena.

Selena: “You have to realize this is important. So many of us owe everything to you.”

Mr. D: “I’ve made my decision Selena.”

Selena: “Doesn’t mean we have to like it. Or understand it…”

Mr. D: “I can help on the latter.”

Selena looks confused.

Mr. D: “Elsianna or David?”

Selena: “What?”

Mr. D: “Pick one. Gun to your head. Pick one. One loves you forever….maybe. The other…probably hates for you a while if not forever.”

Selena: “You know I wouldn’t be able to do it.”

Mr. D: “There’s my problem. I get that Katya has angered many. I fully understand she’s got her style. But many certainly have gotten opportunities and run with them. Sasha…she burned bridges too when she started. I’m not going to choose. So this is it. I’ll still be around. I’ll still enjoy in the success of SCW, but I will no longer be make the day to day decisions.”

Selena: “And that’s the part many of us aren’t sure of. You’ve given opportunities to many. Many times second or third chances. That’s going to be missed. Especially if Sienna can choose who sits in that decision-making role…or Katya…”

Mr. D: “Then perhaps you should make your interest known to someone else.”

Mr. D nods.

Mr. D: “Give my regards to Deanna.”

Mr. D walks off as Selena can be seen deep in thought as we cut away.

Sammy Thomas Davies vs. Manvel

SCW Television Championship

“Sharing is Caring” by the Tinker Toys resounds throughout the arena as the crowd stirs. From the back, Sammy Thomas Davies walks out along with Clamidiya.

Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for onefall, has a fifteen minute time limit and is for the SCW Television Championship. First, the challenger, accompanied by Clamidiya, from the Red Light District, he is Sammy Thomas Davies!”

The two look around, somewhat in awe of their surroundings before starting to make their way down to the ring. Clamidiya claps a few hands as STD runs over and slides into the ring. He rolls over and pushes himself up to his feet before running over to the ropes. Clamidiya turns and runs up the steel steps and enters the ring. She walks around and the two pose in the middle of the ring.

Sharper: “Sammy Thomas Davies was annoyed that Crystal Pistol was getting opportunities and demanded this match.”

Knots: “And I guess for his years of service, he’s here. Looking to have the longest time between title runs. Tag Champ in 2004.”

“Behind The Stars” by Mercy Drive begins to play throughout the arena. Manvel suddenly appears on the Tron as he hops out and poses at the entranceway. Manvel starts making his way down to the ring trying to kiss all the girls, most of them slap the greaser wrestler who wears more body oil than a 2-pound Chicken Fryer. With him is Scott Burnside and Cupcake. Cupcake proudly holds the SCW Television Championship for Manvel. Manvel looks around.

Phillips: “His opponent, the champion, accompanied by Cupcake and Scott Burnside, he is the reigning and defending SCW Television Champion, Manvel!”

Manvel glares at the crowd as he heads to the ring. He slides into the ring literally and gets up, he poses and hops on to the second turnbuckle as the crowd boos. Cupcake and Scott Burnside enter and point to him. Manvel hops back down and starts to talk to the referee while showing off his MANLy abs and Mantastic physique. The official takes the SCW Television Championship and holds it over his head as the crowd looks on. The SCW Television Championship logo comes across the screen. Manvel then turns to Davies as Cupcake exits the ring. Scott Burnside does too. Burnside heads over and sits down at the announce table.

Knots: “Oh good. We needed a useless third person over here.”

Sharper: “Scott Burnside joining us at commentary.”

Scott: “Can we not be civil? I’m just looking to help sell some of his merch! That’s all. You can go on hating anything good after I leave.”

Knots: “I was here first and I’ll plainly tell you Bree Lancaster sucks! And I mean like Manvel’s products!”

Scott: “Hey!”

Sammy looks at Manvel as Clamidiya nods at Sammy. Cupcake pulls herself onto the apron as the bell sounds. Sammy looks at her. Cupcake pulls out a sample bottle of MANSauce and extending it to Sammy.

Scott: “Cupcake, making sure to get new customers. That’s our special tingling sensation MANSauce. Comes with a minty fresh tingle!”

Knots: “I need a bucket.”

Sammy looks at it as Clamidiya starts to come around. Sammy takes the bottle and looks at it as Manvel says something to him. Sammy opens it up and smells it. He turns his head away. Manvel then steps up and grabs it from him.

Manvel: “Hey, daddy. You don’t need to be rude! Just because you’re used to the cheap stuff!”

Clamidiya then pulls Cupcake off the apron. Cupcake turns to her as Clamidiya tells her to stay away. Cupcake just holds her hands up as the official tells Clamidiya to get back. Sammy then looks at Manvel before nailing him with a hard right. Manvel falls over. The crowd cheers. Clamidiya smiles as we then see Cupcake pulling something out of the front of her shorts. He pours something from a bag into her hand and turns and throws it in the eyes of Clamidiya. She turns away, yelling in pain as Sammy turns to her.

Scott: “Oh no! Not the MAN Powder to prevent unwanted moisture! Right to the eyes! She’ll need to consult a physician!”

Sharper: “Cupcake throwing it into the eyes of Clamidiya and Davies has his attention turned!”

Scott: “I didn’t know if it prevented that!”

Knots: “Don’t take his word for it!”

Manvel runs over and forearms Sammy in the back and then again before pulling him up and throwing him back with a back suplex. Sammy rolls over and holds his head in pain. He starts to get up and Manvel watches him before getting up and nailing him with the MANKick. Sammy falls back into the corner. He remains barely up, seated in the corner. Manvel runs over and grabs him and drags him up before pulling him in and hoisting Sammy up before dropping him down with the MAN-Meat. The crowd ohs and boos. Manvel rolls him over and hooks the leg.

The crowd boos.

Phillips: “Here is your winner, and still, SCW Television Champion, Manvel!”

The crowd boos some more.

Sharper: “Manvel wins thanks to the distraction. Not hesitating at all.”

Scott: “I hope Clamidiya and Sammy like their free samples! Especially when they weren’t that kind about it!”

Knots: “I think I can safely say, no…no they did not.”

Scott: “Perhaps Cupcake should charge them then. Manvel is just trying to provide a service. Cupcake was being helpful. Clammy and Sammy just needed to understand that. Nothing was meant by it. Just trying to help!”

Knots: “Uh-huh.”

Manvel gets up and has his arm raised. Cupcake rolls into the ring and Scott takes the SCW Television Championship and walks up the steel steps. He enters and hands the title to Manvel. Manvel takes the title and throws it over his shoulder. He holds his arms up and smiles as Cupcake points to him and Scott just continues to gawk at him. The official checks on Clamidiya on the floor as we cut away.

Backstage, Sienna Swann and Bree Lancaster can be seen with Andrew Raynes backstage. Dustin Adams is in the background.

Andrew: “So you’re foregoing out title shot for this?”

Sienna: “Just delaying it. After we win, we can get any title shot we want. We’ll be calling the shots.”

Andrew smirks.

Bree: “We can have our one shot. Plus, James and Angelica have already claimed multiple times they want to face us. We’ll have our shot. Just it won’t be at Retribution. But we can make sure we get it on our terms. We get the US title from Selena. Adrenaline Title is yours if you want. We control this place.”

Andrew: “Given that we’re the only ones who deserve a damn thing. And with this idiots running around chasing each other’s ass all to get their hands on me…and they gotta wait more…You don’t have to say anything more.”

Sienna: “Perfect.”

Dustin: “Yo…that’s only three though. You got four spots. And if you need a fourth…since I don’t think the Twins can smush into one body-“

Andrew: “You know he’ll be good in there. Throwing people around. Plus…Tactical Warfare cage. If anyone would know how to take people out in a cage…”

Dustin: “Damn right.”

Bree turns to Sienna.

Sienna: “I’m sorry Dustin. But I have someone else already in mind for that last spot. Someone who I know will make sure they will do anything to win for us…for me.”

The camera focuses on Sienna as the scene cuts away.

COMMERCIALS

The scene opens up in the locker room of Dark Fantasy to see Katya in the room with Syren walking over to her.

Syren: “We need to make sure this team is ironclad. This isn’t just about you. It’s about me. We all know all of them are coming for this.”

Syren taps the SCW World Championship over her shoulder.

Katya: “You think I understand that. But this means the two of you are going to have to make sure we have an ironclad strategy. No more second chances. You want your rematch, Ravyn. You need our team to win. Syren…you want to make sure you don’t get screwed again. You need us to win.”

Syren: “Then let us choose the team.”

Ravyn: “It would allow us the best chance to develop our strategy.”

Katya: “So who do you suggest?”

Syren and Ravyn look at one another.

Ravyn: “Christy.”

Katya: “I’m not sold. She had her chance against Selena. Couldn’t get it done. Not just that, but with Cassidy going after her-“

Ravyn: “And Sienna. Given she’s hardly the most calm individual.”

Katya: “Do we need more angry people in there? Regan too.”

Katya turns to CHBK.

CHBK: “I think we all know who needs to be on the team.”

Syren sighs.

Syren: “This was so much easier in the Infamous days. We were a unit.”

CHBK: “Those days are done. But let’s face it, we need the best of those who have flocked to Katya and her vision. We need people who are going to do anything to hold onto it.”

Ravyn: “He’s right.”

Katya: “So Marie then?”

Crowe shakes his head.

Crowe: “Look, I get it, but can she handle the pressure.”

Syren: “If she can’t we deal with that. But Marie…she says she could hold this. If this doesn’t let her prove it, nothing will in my eyes.”

Katya: “Then I’ll go find and talk to her.”

CHBK watches Katya leaves the room. Ravyn turns to CHBK.

Ravyn: “We’re going to need to plan for everything.”

CHBK: “Alright starting.”

Syren: “I’m going to be in on this too.”

CHBK nods.

CHBK: “Fine by me.”

The scene cuts out.

Chris Cannon vs. Christy Matthews

The lights dim in the arena as the screens all cut to black and for a few seconds and there’s nothing but the reaction of the fans heard all around the arena. After a few moments the opening “King of the World” by Porcelain and the Tramps hits the PA system as spotlights begin to flick on and off around the arena. The fans boo loudly as the camera pans through them all and back to the cheap seats in the back of the arena where we see Christy Matthews standing on the guard rail with her arms outstretched in an eerily familiar mock-crucifix pose. Her fists are taped, and she looks more than ready for the task ahead. She’s wearing a red jacket the hood pulled up over her head in a style similar to the classic fairy-tale. As she jumps down from the guard rail the screens around the arena begin to display familiar wording once more...

Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for onefall and has a twenty minute time limit. First, on her way to the ring, accompanied by Christopher Richter, from Overland Park, Kansas, she is Christy Matthews!”

...E B D O N E N T E R T A I N M E N T P R E S E N T S...

...C H R I S T Y M A T T H E W S...

As she begins to push her way down to ringside, and security line the steps down through the crowd, holding back the fans in the way, we see that she's joined by her manager, Christopher Richter. Christy ignores every one of them as she walks past them, focusing on the ring. She makes her way down to the barricade, leaping over and begins climbing the outside of the turnbuckles, standing on the middle rope, pulling down the hood of her jacket and striking the mock-crucifix pose once more. As the second chorus of “King of the World” hits Christy sings along with the lyrics, continuing to strike the crucifix pose before finally leaping over the top rope and spinning around in the ring, throwing her ring jacket to the outside and collapsing to a seated position in the corner of the ring as the fans boo. She sits in the corner, looking out at the fans occasionally as Richter collects her belongings from her corner and stands on the outside of the ring nearby.

Sharper: “As Dark Fantasy weigh their options, Christy Matthews about to try and continue to wear down Chris Cannon before Retribution.”

Knots: “At least this isn’t a match created by Katya. So hopefully Chris can just focus on sending a message to Christy, to Dark Fantasy and to Blake!”

The big screen above the entrance springs into life as the lights darken, the only image we see is that of a glistening perfect world logo. We then hear a woman’s voice that sounds a lot like Kelcey Wallace over the P. A System next as she addresses the arena.

“Ladies and Gentleman, Introducing...”

.CHRIS CANNON.

The opening guitar to “Prometheus” by Audio Machine hits over the P.A system next with an explosion of sound. There’s a sudden pause and then a spotlight shines down onto the stage where we see Chris Cannon, he stands proudly on the stage with an aura of confidence about him.

Phillips: “Her opponent, hailing from London, England by way of Hermosa Beach, California, he is Chris Cannon!”

The crowd cheers the British superstar as he begins to walk down towards the ring with a confident stride in his step. Once at the bottom of the ramp Cannon then slides into the ring and then climbs the nearest turnbuckle and then raises his arm above his head holding a fist as the crowd’s cheers continue.

Sharper: “Chris Cannon focused. Looking to get back into his best going into facing Blake at Retribution.”

Knots: “Closure there. Revenge. Whatever you want to call it, but on top of that, a lot of anger and tension toward Katya and her followers.”

The bell sounds. Chris and Christy look at one another. Christy smirks a bit. She walks along the apron. She then turns and lunges at Chris. Chris jukes back. Christy gets up and looks at him and Christy leans in, but Chris grabs her arm and wrenches it. He pulls up and jerks on the arm. Christy winces as the crowd cheers. Chris then pushes Christy into the ropes and fires her off. Christy bounces off and Christy hits a back elbow. Christy rolls over. She gets up and Chris kicks her in the ribs. He whips her again into the ropes. Christy bounces off and Christy lifts her up and hits a back drop. The crowd cheers. Christy gets up and moves to the corner. Chris follows after and knees her in the ribs before rearing back and kneeing her again.

Sharper: “Chris Cannon all over Christy Matthews to start this.”

Knots: “You think he feels good. You think he’s got this going.”

Chris grabs Christy and steps out and hits a hip toss. Christy rolls over. She turns and gets up and Chris scoops her up and then jumps up and hits an elbow drop. He goes for the pin.

Christy kicks out. She turns and starts to get up. Chris grabs her and pushes her into the ropes and fires her off again. Christy bounces off and Chris goes for a clothesline, but Christy slides underneath. She gets up and Chris turns only for Christy to hit a shoot kick to his thigh and then a hitting a jumping enziguri to the side of his head. Chris Cannon rolls over and stirs. Christy dives over his back into an Oklahoma roll.

Chris kicks out. Both get up and Chris goes for a clothesline, but Christy ducks and spins through and rolls him up with a school boy.

Chris kicks out.

Sharper: “Christy just trying to outquick Cannon here.”

Knots: “Rolling him up. Keeping him down. Just frustrating him. What Dark Fantasy loves to do!”

Christy gets up and Chris turns and Christy hits a shoot kick to the chest. Chris staggers back to the ropes. Christy runs over and forearms him in the jaw and then again. She then grabs him by the head and moves him into the corner. Christy kicks him in the ribs and then again before leaning in with her knee, grinding it against the side of Chris’s head.

Christy steps off. She looks at the official. She then grabs Chris and drags him out and then hooks him up by the head. Chris however blocks it and hoists her up and throws her forward, chest first into the mat. Christy rolls over. She moves to the ropes. Chris grabs her and whips her across. Christy bounces off and Chris hits a tilt-a-whirl slam. He hooks the leg.

Christy gets her shoulder up.

Sharper: “Nearfall! Only two!”

Knots: “Hard tilt-a-whirl. Again! Again!”

Christy rolls over, holding her back. She starts to get up and Chris walks over and clubs her in the back. He whips her into the corner. Chris runs after and Christy jumps up to go over, but Chris catches her. He turns and hits a powerslam. He hooks the leg again.

Christy gets her shoulder up. She rolls over and stirs as Chris grabs her and pulls her up and knees her in the ribs. He whips her across the ring. Christy bounces off and Chris hits a back drop. Christy rolls over.

Sharper: “Chris is looking as good as ever. Christy Matthews is unsure of what to do.”

Knots: “He’s almost dominating!”

Christy moves to the corner. Chris walks in and shoulders her in the ribs and then again and again. He steps out and goes to whip her out. He then stops and pulls her into a back elbow. Christy hits the mat. Chris goes for the pin.

Christy gets her shoulder up. Chris rolls off and Christy moves to the ropes. She grabs at the ropes and Chris turns and walks over to her and grabs her but Christy nails him with a back elbow. Chris stumbles back. Christy looks at him and then jumps up and hit the Far Far Away. The crowd ohs and Chris rolls to his back. Christy gets up and hits the Little Red Press.

Chris gets his shoulder up.

Sharper: “Chris kicks out! He kicks out. Even though Christy got all of that Little Red Press.”

Knots: “Chris isn’t going to stay down without a fight.”

Sharper: “He’s still moving. He’s still working. Christy got a couple of big moves, but not enough to keep him down.”

Chris turns and starts to get up and Christy gets up and forearms him in the jaw and then again before hitting a shoot kick to the chest. Chris stumbles back. Christy jumps up and hits a dropkick. Chris hits the mat. Christy turns and exits to the apron. She climbs up to the top rope. She looks at Chris as she then dives off going for the End of the Yellow Brick Road, but Chris rolls out of the way. Christy rolls through. Chris gets up and runs over and hoists her up and hits the Lion’s Bite. The crowd roars. Chris hooks the leg.

Christy gets her shoulder up. Both roll away and get up and Chris goes kicks her in the ribs and hooks her up before going for a vertical suplex, but Christy spins through and drops down and rolls through into a school boy with a handful of tights.

The crowd roars and boos as Chris rolls through and gets his shoulder up, but after the three. The bell sounds as Christy rolls to the floor, raising her arm. Christopher Richter heads over and joins her, raising her arm.

Phillips: “Here is your winner, via pinfall, Christy Matthews!”

Sharper: “Christy stole it. Handful of tights! Chris looking as good as ever, and Christy has to resort to that.”

Knots: “That’s the real Christy there. And she can have her win, and Chris just going to be frustrated!”

Sharper: “Frustrated heading into facing Blake Mason at Retribution in eleven days.”

The crowd boos as Christy backs up. Chris looks up and glares at her. He then shakes his head before glancing up to the luxury boxes. The camera cuts notably to show Blake Mason not there. Chris turns back to Christy as Christy continues to head to the back, with Richter, as the crowd boos before we see Cassidy Carter running out with Ace Marshall. Richter turns and pushes Christy back as Ace jumps up and nails him with a hard right and then another and another. Cassidy meanwhile gets in a shot at Christy before Christy nails her back. They trade blows as Ace grabs Richter and tries to get him into the ring apron. Chris just watches this and smirks.

Sharper: “Ace Marshall and Cassidy Carter. Carter coming after Christy Matthews who cost her the title at Making Things Right!”

Knots: “And she said she’d come after her!”

Christy and Cassidy trade blows before Cassidy gets a few more into Christy before running her into the barricade. She nails her a few more times before we see security running out from the back. The crowd cheers for Cassidy as Christy covers up and Cassidy gets a few more shots in. Ace is knocked back by Richter as officials and security start to get between the two sides. The crowd continues to look on making noise and cheering for Cassidy and Ace as the scene cuts away.

Backstage, we see Aaron Blackbourne with Mr. D. The crowd cheers seeing him.

Blackbourne: “As someone who likes to say they have a creative streak…interesting call.”

Mr. D: “Well, the opportunity to really use this as an opportunity to also maybe deal with some of the issues…who wants it more?”

Blackbourne: “Indeed…but about that…I hate to be so blunt as this will come out the wrong way, but I seem to be the one lost in this.”

Mr. D: “Your Adrenaline Championship shot.”

Blackbourne: “Exactly. I figured I’d face Ravyn. Now Regan, but both are in the Tactical Warfare.”

Mr. D: “To be fair, the fate of the company would be more important.”

Blackbourne: “I understand. But after what happened to end the year with Scarlet, patience is something that concerns me.”

Mr. D: “And I’m sorry about that. I was trying too hard to keep my daughter part of things and well…part of the reason we’re in this mess.”

Blackbourne: “I’m not going to tell a father how to act.”

Mr. D: “Yes, but about your Adrenaline Championship shot…I think the least I can do is tell you that the first Breakdown after Retribution…you will have your shot. I will make sure the new authority whomever it is has to honour it. As for Retribution…I’m not going to tell a wrestler how to make a name for themselves, but I would say, if your dance card is free and you’re not caught into this…find someone that can give you that rush to get your ready. Regan Street, she’s not going to be an easy fight.”

Blackbourne: “I know that. And I’ll definitely come up with something worthwhile.”

Mr. D nods and he turns and heads off as Blackbourne turns and watches him leave as we cut away.

COMMERCIALS

Andrew Raynes and Bree Lancaster are backstage.

Andrew: “Are you about this? After everything you’ve been through. You know damn well we just need one shot.”

Bree: “Doesn’t matter. James took that out. He’s joined Gio. But let’s say that wasn’t on the table. How many times have we been jerked around? By the family and all of that. How many times has someone held us back? You’re the Star of Tomorrow. You’re the Male Wrestler of the Year and do you get respect.”

Andrew looks down, clearly receptive to what Bree is saying.

Bree: “We have a chance to make sure Sienna, you, I…and everyone else who believes in us get what THEY deserve.”

Andrew: “Alright…I’m behind that.”

Just then, Andrew turns as London and Paris Truelove walk over.

London: “So you two are on the team…”

Bree: “Sienna came-“

London: “No problem there…just you Andrew…”

Paris: “Make sure you make this count. I know you both want the titles we should be holding. We can step aside for a bit. But we want what we deserve too. Sienna can say its for the people, but its all of us.”

London: “That includes you two…and us. And trust us…after everything we’ve been through since Rise to Greatness….the false starts. The jumping through hoops and then the smack to the face we’ve had lately…”

Paris: “We’re getting impatient. So I heard you say you needed one shot to win the titles. Take one shot to make this place damn well worth it!”

Paris and London look at Andrew and Bree as the scene fades out.

Backstage, we see Chris Cannon with Jessica Winters at the SCW interview area. Chris looks around, a bit annoyed as Jessica turns to the camera.

Jessica: “I am here with Chris Cannon who just had a rough loss after looking very strong against Christy Matthews. A roll-up, a hike of the tights, and the win became a loss. Chris…you’re going into a huge match against Blake Mason at Retribution. One you’ve wanted for years, but do you feel ready for that match?”

Chris: “I felt good. I felt good out there. The best I’ve felt since beating Kennedy Street and Owen Cruze to start the year. But I got caught by something I should be better then. See, this is the problem I had with Katya’s decision-making. I can get over the fact that she judges me and Kelcey because of jealousy. Fine…and whoever lines up in that match, I hope Sasha has a good team. Kennedy and Regan are a great start. But ....by forcing our hands, I wasn’t able to stand here knowing I’m ready to have the most important match of my return against Blake Mason. I have to hope I can put it all together. I’m not here to make excuses. But I’ve been trying to get my feet under me since Apocalypse. It’s not always come together. I’ve had to deal with things like Sienna Swann seducing me. I’ve had to deal with my own family judging me. I’ve had to deal with a lot. All while trying to get back to the same level I was at before Blake piledrove me multiple times at Under Attack years ago…”

Chris pauses.

Chris: “Tonight was a good step…but not good enough. And Blake…you DESERVE my best. I better find it in the next two weeks.”

Jessica: “Thank you Chris and here’s hoping you do.”

Chris nods and heads off.

The scene switches to show Scarlet Grey and Ruby Amarant backstage. Kandis walks up to them.

Kandis: “Katya come to any of you?”

Scarlet: “No…not yet. I’m sure Dark Fantasy are controlling it all. Plus Marie.”

Ruby: “And with Xander as an option. Honestly, let them have that moment. We have our own plans.”

Scarlet smiles.

Kandis: “I saw some of them Scarlet…Peyton?”

Scarlet: “Just part of bigger plans, but all fun.”

Kandis: “You sure you want to go after her. I mean, yeah, she’s got a crappy nickname and all three of us would put her to shame, but in that ring-“

Scarlet: “Kandis, we know of your history and trust me, you’re going to tell us everything you know about her. But this…this has nothing to do with you. This is about the big picture.”

Kandis: “Which is?”

Scarlet: “Finishing what I started at Trios.”

Kandis: “Oh dear…Scarlet…we need to get you a boyfriend.”

Scarlet: “You think I want one…oh no…I just like a challenge.”

Scarlet chuckles as Ruby nods.

Ruby: “It’s true…”

We then cut away.

Backstage, Katya can be seen talking to Marie.

Katya: “We want you to be on our team.”

Marie: “Well I’m honoured….”

Katya: “You seem unsure.”

Marie: “Just that…well, you realize I could see what was said.”

Katya: “Syren and Ravyn just want to ensure they win. Everyone’s on edge with this. But I want you on our team. You’ve been as loyal as anyone. You proved that two weeks ago.”

Marie nods.

Katya: “So will you help me make sure that you can keep showing that you deserve to be at the level you are. You know that I just gave you the chance to prove yourself.”

Marie nods again.

Marie: “Sure…but with one very specific condition.”

Katya: “What is it?”

Marie: “I want Kim on the team. There is no one else I trust more than Kim.”

Katya: “Marie…I-“

Marie: “I get it. She beats to her own drum. But think of it this way…she is going to do everything in her power to make sure what’s best for me happens. And what’s best for me is making sure you win. So if you need the most motivated fourth…Kim is your choice.”

Katya looks down.

Marie: “I don’t ask for much.”

Katya nods.

Katya: “Have her come find me then.”

Marie: “Thank you.”

Katya extends her hand and shakes Marie’s. Marie then walks off as Katya looks a bit unsure as we cut away.

COMMERCIALS

Breakdown returns to see Sasha standing with Selena Frost.

Sasha: “I know you’re stunned by this.”

Selena: “That’s the mild way of putting it. Aren’t you?”

Sasha: “But I need to move forward.”

Selena: “Are you certain he’s going to walk off? What if you win? Could he be back?”

Sasha: “I don’t know. I don’t know anything right now. Just know he’s made his mind.”

Selena sighs.

Sasha: “Look, I want the strongest team I have. I see three other teams that I don’t know what could happen. I’m not saying I’m perfect, but I can at least limit drastic change. Kennedy and Regan are on board.”

Selena: “You know there’s a lot of history there.”

Sasha: “I know you have history with Sienna, with Katya now, and with Giovanni.”

Selena looks out.

Sasha: “Tell me this. Are any of those options something you want to see happen to SCW?”

Selena: “You’re right there…they’re all flawed.”

Selena nods.

Selena: “Fine…I’m in.”

Sasha: “Thank you Selena…thank you.”

Selena: “I wasn’t sure about it. I wanted to defend my title-“

Sasha: “Well, no matter what happens, I’m sure you will. Just depends on what terms.”

Sasha shakes Selena’s hand and walks off. Selena watches her leave as we cut away.

Damian Angel vs. Tommy Valentine

The arena's lights cut out completely, plunging the whole room into darkness for several seconds before the screens light up to display a countdown.

THOMAS VALENTINE WILL BLOW THE
ROOF OFF IN

5...

4...

3...

2...

1...

NOW!

The screens show static for a few seconds before going dark once more. The black screen starts to pulse now like a heartbeat and on each pulse that reverberates round the arena, a shot of Thomas in various poses is shown before reverting to the blackness until the next pulse that sounds like a bass drum beat with increasing volume until a final shot of him holding the SCW Title aloft after winning the match at Taking Hold Of The Flame is Shown and remains until two green fireworks shoot from the rafters and explode on the ramp. The explosion drifts across the ramp before the beginning chords to "Cut The Cord" by Shinedown, hits. A shadowed figure can be seen standing in front of the curtain at the top of the ramp.

"FREE-DOM LALALALA FREE-DOM FOLLOW ME!"

As the last word echoes, the lights start to strobe again briefly as the song reverberates throughout the arena now, causing the fans to give a mixed reaction.

Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for onefall and has a fifteen minute time limit. First, on his way to the ring, from Raleigh, North Carolina, he is Tommy Valentine!”

The lights finally flicker back on and Thomas Valentine can now be seen on top of the arena's ramp as he looks out into the audience. He stops and smiles a little before spinning around away from the fans and holding his arms outwards with his palms upwards, he then stops and then shakes his head before smirking and shrugging. Fireworks then shoot out at the top of the ramp in a burst before he resumes walking down to the ring. As he walks past the barrier he looks out into the crowds and ignoring the fans before moving on down the ramp, the smirk still on his face before he slides underneath the ropes and immediately runs to the corner and climbs the turnbuckle, simply nodding before smiling at all the fans in the crowds. He jumps down and does the same to all the turnbuckles before standing still in the centre, cranking his neck. Thomas then stands motionless in the corner before waiting for his opponent.

Sharper: “Tommy Valentine getting an ass-kicking from Har Megiddo last week. Tonight, he gets Damian Angel.”

Knots: “And only Damian Angel. He was annoyed Har Megiddo got involved!”

The opening lines of The Rasmus' "Lucifer's Angel" begin to play over the crowd suddenly, without the introduction of the song. Damian Angel steps out onto the top of the ramp , inciting a roar from the crowd. He looks at the crowd. The lights in the arena all turn off, leaving the sight of pitch black. As the chorus strikes up, a red spotlight begins to follow Angel to the ring.

Sharper: “And his opponent, from Hell, Michigan, he is Damian Angel!”

He begins his approach to the ring. By the end of the chorus, Angel has rolled toward the centre of the ring, pulling himself to one knee. Damian runs his hand over the canvas before pounding his right fist down upon the SCW logo, immediately springing to his feet thereafter. He then turns to Tommy as Tommy steps up to Damian. The official pushes them apart. The crowd roars. Damian steps back, undoing his robe clasp and taking off his robe.

Sharper: “Tommy getting right in Damian’s face.”

Knots: “With his new attitude, Tommy not happy and wanting to get into this.”

Sharper: “Crowd riled up here too in Denver!”

Damian and Tommy look at one another and the referee calls for the bell. The bell sounds and Tommy runs out and goes for a hard right, but Damian ducks and spins around. Tommy turns and Damian hits a hard throat thrust and then a back chop before kicking him in the ribs. Tommy falls back into the corner. Damian kicks him in the ribs and then again before leaning in, choking him in the corner.

Damian steps back as the referee reprimands him. Damian steps in and kicks Tommy in the ribs. He then whips him across. Tommy hits the corner and Damian runs after and nails him with a running clothesline. He backs up as Tommy falls to the mat. Damian goes for the lateral press.

Tommy kicks out.

Sharper: “Only a two as Damian Angel got all of that clothesline.”

Knots: “And we’re just diving right in. This has gotten violent in a hurry. I love it!”

Tommy starts to get up as Damian Angel grabs him by the hair and drags ihm up before running him over to the corner, driving him face first into the top turnbuckle. Tommy turns and Damian kicks him in the ribs. He grabs him and whips him across, but Tommy spins through and sends Damian across. He bounces off and Tommy runs at him and clotheslines him down. Damian rolls over and gets up. Tommy walks over and grabs him and rakes his eyes. The crowd boos as Tommy kicks him in the ribs before snapmaring him over. He hits a front dropkick to the back of Damian’s head and then goes for the pin.

Damian kicks out. Both get up and Tommy nails Damian with a forearm shot and then another. Damian falls to the ropes and Tommy shrugs before lifting Damian up and just flipping him up and over the top rope, sending him to the floor. Damian lands on his feet, but falls into the barricade.

Knots: “Tommy just dumping Damian out of the ring like a sack of trash!”

Sharper: “Just hoisting him up and swinging him over!”

Damian starts to get up and Tommy drops down. (1) He runs over and kicks him in the ribs. Damian winces. (2) Tommy kicks him again and again before grabbing him by the head. (3) He runs him over to the apron and drives him face first into it. (4) He lifts Damian up and rolls him into the ring. Tommy slides in after and Damian starts to get up and Tommy runs over and grabs him and hits a running facebuster. He rolls him over and hooks the leg.

Damian kicks out. Tommy turns and locks in a reverse chinlock. He holds onto it for a moment before moving his hand up and starting to dig into his face. The referee calls for the break.

Tommy rakes the eyes. Damian rolls away. He reaches out for the ropes before starting to get up and Tommy walks over and kicks him in the ribs. He then whips him into the ropes. Damian bounces off and Tommy lifts him up and Damian spins through. Damian then scoops Tommy up and hits a snap sidewalk slam.

Sharper: “Up and down. Snapped hard to the mat. Damian now with the pin!”

Tommy pushes him off. He turns over. Damian starts to get up.

Knots: “Only two though!”

Tommy stirs and Damian turns and elbows him in the back of the head and then hoists him up and hits a snap back suplex. Tommy winces and turns. Damian pulls himself up and watches Tommy. Tommy starts to get up and Damian lunges and hits the Bitter End. The crowd ohs and Damian goes for the pin.

Sharper: “Superkick. Shades of CHBK and I don’t think it’s accidental!”

Damian drops down for the pin.

Tommy kicks out and Damian rolls over and his hand catches the official in the eye. He turns, holding his eye in pain. He squints and Damian glares and turns back to Tommy who suddenly low blows him. The crowd ohs and boos. Damian falls to his hands and knees. He grits his teeth as Tommy gets up and moves to the ropes. Damian starts to get up and Tommy runs at him and nails him with Knee Deep. The crowd ohs and boos.

Sharper: “Low blow! Knee Deep!”

Knots: “Tommy really wanted to make sure he got the exclamation point there!”

Tommy turns and hooks the leg.

The crowd boos as Tommy pushes the leg down and rolls out of the ring. The official turns, squinting more as Tommy gets up on the floor. His music plays in the background.

Phillips: “Here is your winner, via pinfall, Tommy Valentine!”

Tommy smirks as he walks around the ring. Damian holds his jaw in pain, rolling over.

Sharper: “Tommy making sure he won by any means.”

Knots: “Opportunity was available with the referee caught by Damian’s hand and Tommy made sure he got all of that low blow and all of that knee strike. Talk about retribution!”

Tommy continues to walk around the ring before he glances into the ring. Damian winces in pain as Tommy smiles and continues on his way as we cut to the back.

Angelica Jones walks through the backstage area, holding a bottle of water. She then stops and looks over as she walks over to Giovanni Aries, leaning against the wall. He smirks, taking a drag from his cigarette.

Angelica: “I was waiting for you.”

Giovanni: “I figured this would not be difficult. You and James are teammembers and you’re not going to be that selfish.”

Angelica: “You know you’re nuts.”

Giovanni: “And yet, in two weeks, the Wonderland could be a reality in SCW.”

Giovanni smiles.

Giovanni: “It’s even possible it could set free someone like Marie who has been won over, deceived by the Lizard Princess.”

Angelica looks away briefly.

Angelica: “Well you didn’t need to sell me. I do think Marie’s being deceived, but either way, I will stand with James. You’ve got a third.”

Giovanni: “Excellent.”

Angelica: “So who’s your fourth?”

Giovanni smiles.

Giovanni: “I need to go make a deal.”

Giovanni chuckles as he turns and walks off. The crowd roars as we cut away.

COMMERCIALS

Owen Cruze can be seen talking to Peyton Rice backstage as the crowd cheers.

Owen: “Just crazy everything.”

Peyton: “And with whatever is going on EMERGE, just all of this…”

Owen: “Fun way to start our careers, right?”

Peyton: “You’re telling me.”

Sasha then walks over to them.

Peyton: “Oh hi Sasha!”

Sasha: “Hi Peyton. Mind if I talk to Owen a moment?”

Peyton: “No problem…Owen…you know what you should do!”

Peyton walks off as Owen turns to Sasha.

Sasha: “She’s right. You can probably guess why I’m here. Given everything you’ve dealt with under my sister….you deserve better. But I don’t want to ask you to do more than you’re comfortable with.”

Owen: “A year ago I was in Trios…starting my career. You want me now…a year into my career be in one of the most important matches in the history of wrestling.”

Sasha: “Pretty much.”

Owen takes a deep breath.

Owen: “I guess I should see if I can borrow the nickname Impact Player from my uncle then?”

Sasha: “So it’s a yes?”

Owen: “How can I say no? After the last couple of months…with the other options…the chance to stand alongside Regan, Selena, and Kennedy. Damn right I’ll be there.”

The crowd roars.

Sasha: “Thank you.”

Owen: “No…thank you for coming to me.”

Sasha smiles as Owen nods and the scene fades to black.

Crissy Gardner vs. Andrew Raynes

The arena goes dark and strobe lights pulse through the arena as "Through Struggle" hits the speakers. The crowd erupts into raucous boos as the lights dim around the entrance ramp, smoke begins to rise. After the intro kicks in, the lights start flashing as the smoke gets thicker, after a few moments we see Andrew Raynes appear through the smoke, his head shifted towards the ring, focused, a cold stare. He stands there for a few seconds still looking around, devoid of the fans. He starts walking slowly with a cold stare in his eyes.

Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for one fall and introducing first, from Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada…he is ANDREW RAYNES!!!

As he continues to look focused, he makes his way down the ramp, ignoring the fans. He walks down towards the ring where he slides in under the bottom rope. He pops up in the middle of the ring and looks around. He looks over at his opponent with a cold stare, sizing them up before the match even starts.

Sharper: “Former SCW Adrenaline Champion Andrew Raynes making his way down to the ring. Raynes has become number one on many people’s lists, and not the good kind.”

Knots: “Well, he’s good at pissing people off. He’s all about embracing the hate and all that jazz. He’s made plenty of enemies as of late.”

The screech of a vulture is heard over the loud speaker before the opening guitar riff of Stitched Up Hearts' "Is This The Way To Hell" comes shredding through. The fans start to anticipate who is going be walking through the curtain. As the fans in the arena are cheering wildly as the lights in the arena as pair of strobe lights situated on the left and right side of the stage start to flash. The one on the light is purple in color while the one on the right is white, but the pair are flashing alternatively to give the illusion that they are custom cop car lights.

Is this the way you, is this the way you get to hell in a hand basket tonight?
You will tear me apart, you will tear apart my mind, my simple mind
It's just cause you hurt so bad that you end up blind, you end up blind

Phillips: “And his opponent, from New York, New York, she is the Serial Thrilla…CRISSY GARDNER!!!”

A spotlight focuses on the center of the stage where Crissy is standing with both of her arms raised in the air. She's wearing nearly complete black wrestling attire with the exception of purple accents. As she just stands there listening to the fans cheer her she starts to bring down her arms and she starts loosening up her wrists Sam Raine makes her way on to the stage. Sam and Crissy look at one another before heading down to the ring.

Sharper: “Crissy Gardner is one of many who want to give Raynes a taste of his own medicine. Tonight, she gets her shot.”

Crissy gets onto the ring apron, just as Raynes charges over, grabbing her and clubbing her in the side of the head. Raynes hooks Crissy and hits her with a suplex into the ring. The ref backs Raynes away as Crissy is shown using the ropes to pull herself.

Knots: “Raynes with a perfect example as to why he is on everyone’s shi…I mean, turd list. Can I say that? Is that a thing?”

The ref checks on Crissy who nods her head yes. The ref finally calls for the bell as Raynes charges towards Crissy once again. Crissy hits a dropkick to the knee. Raynes drops to one knee and Crissy begins to land heavy forearms to the head and face of Raynes. Crissy backs into the ropes before coming back with another dropkick, this time to the head, knocking Raynes to the mat. Crissy then hooks the leg.

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Raynes shoots the shoulder up. Raynes rolls over, getting to one knee only for Crissy to land a roundhouse kick. Raynes crumples back to the mat.

Sharper: “Raynes has to be on dream street after that kick.”

Crissy goes to make another cover, only for “A Stranger I Remain” to hit over the P.A System. The cameras shown Alexis Quinne making her way out onto the entrance ramp. Crissy and Sam are shown glaring at her. Alexis begins making her way toward the ring.

Knots: “Well now it’s a party. Alexis Quinne is out here.”

Sharper: “Alexis Quinne is another name who would like a shot at Andrew Raynes.”

Crissy goes to grab Raynes, but Raynes reaches up and pulls her down into an inside cradle.

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Crissy kicks out. Raynes gets to his feet, and charges at a rising Crissy, taking her down with a running knee. Cameras cut to the outside where it appears Sam Raine and Alexis Quinne are arguing.

Knots: “Cat fight?”

Sharper: “Sam Raine is definitely not happy Alexis is here and she is letting her know.”

Raynes whips Crissy into the ropes, before planting her with a sidewalk slam. Raynes goes to grab Crissy only for “Confident” by Demi Lovato to blare through the P.A. system. The crowd cheers as Dawn Lohan comes racing down the ramp.

Knots: “Dawn Lohan making her way out here. Wonderful!”

Crissy is shown pulling Raynes into an inside cradle of her own.

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Raynes kicks out. Raynes goes to get his feet, only for Crissy to connect with a spear. Raynes rolls around holding his ribs while Crissy holds her head. Dawn, Raine, and Alexis are all shown arguing on the outside, where Raynes is shown rolling to the outside as well, clutching his ribs. All three competitors stop arguing and their focus turns to Raynes.

Knots: “I don’t think this is the sort of Andrew Raynes sandwich he probably always dreams about.”

Sharper: “I don’t think Raynes knows where he is.”

Dawn, Alexis, and Raine all make their way toward Raynes, who is getting to his feet. He slowly turns only to see Dawn, Alexis, and Raine all forming a circle around him. Raynes shakes his head before Crissy lands a baseball slide, knocking Raynes into Dawn, Alexis and Raine. Crissy gets to her feet, runs to one side of the ring, before charging across the ring and diving over the top rope. Raynes and Raine dive out of the way as Crissy lands on Dawn and Alexis.

Sharper: “Crissy went airborne, taking out Dawn Lohan and Alexis Quinne.”

Sam Raine helps Crissy to get her feet as Raynes is shown climbing onto the apron. He then charges across and dives onto Raine and Crissy.

Knots: “There are bodies everywhere.”

Raynes pushes himself to his feet, staggering slightly. He smirks before turning away and begins heading to the back. Meanwhile the ref is counting.

Ref: “3..4..5…6…”

Crissy is shown still on the floor, struggling to get to her feet and Raynes continues walking to the back.

Ref: “7…8…9…10!!!”

The ref calls for the bell as the crowd begins heavily booing.

Phillips: “Ladies and gentlemen, the result of this match is a draw!!!”

The crowd boos at the result as Raynes is shown smirking at the top of the ramp, with Lohan, Quinne, Raine, and Gardner all now standing, glaring at him.

Sharper: “Raynes is staring at his future. I hope he knows he won’t be able to run forever.”

Knots: “The problem is that I don’t know if he’s running or playing them all against one another!”

The scene opens up with a shot of Giovanni sitting cross-legged, just laughing. The cackling continues as the scene pans out. It shows Giovanni fully as he keeps chuckling. The camera pans out to show another figure sitting across from him. Slowly the second person is revealed to be Damian Angel, who is also chuckling.

Giovanni: “Satan himself…”

Damian: “The Wonderland…”

Giovanni: “Shall we?”

Damian chuckles some more as Giovanni smiles the camera shows both of them seated across from one another before the scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

We see Katya pacing a bit backstage before we see Marie walking over to her. Marie turns as we see Kim skipping over, seemingly chewing bubble gum and smiling.

Kim: “Ya wanted to see me former boss.”

Marie: “Kim…”

Kim sighs.

Kim: “Fine…Apparently, I need to convince you I’m a good fourth member of your little team to rule the universe and some such.”

Katya: “It would be nice to feel good about this. Marie…she’ll be loyal. You though…”

Kim: “Don’t trust you?”

Katya: “Pretty much. You said two weeks ago you’d work with us but…”

Kim turns to Marie. She turns back to Katya.

Kim: “I will do whatever’s best for Marie. If Marie is sold on you being her best option….then fine…I’ll put up with it, have a hot shower after it’s over, and get the sliminess off her. But I’m not going to screw her over. So if you trust her, you should trust me.”

Katya looks at Marie. Marie just smiles at her sister. Katya sighs for a moment.

Katya: “Then welcome abroad. Please don’t make me regret this.”

Kim smiles as Katya extends her arm. Kim high-fives it and shoulder punches Katya before stepping back.

Kim: “Don’t worry….future boss.”

Kim smiles as she walks off as the crowd gives a mixed reaction and we cut away.

Backstage we see Blake Mason and Mr. D talking backstage. Blake Mason shakes his head.

Blake: “I’m not going to understand it. To walk away…make the tough call.”

Mr. D: “I’m not going to fracture what’s left of my family. I could pick. But either way, even if I and you and everyone else would agree, it would be a conflict of interest and I’m just not going to stand here…with everything going on…and just let my family break apart like this.”

Blake: “After everything though…You’ve given a lot of second chances. I’d know.”

Mr. D: “I might. I can’t tell you Katya or Sasha would.”

Blake: “Sasha I know would…it’s Katya…”

Blake sighs.

Mr. D: “She got the stubbornness from her mother. Either way, Blake…you’ve done well as of late. Really refocusing and doing things properly for once. I know Bound by Blood was a disappointment, but you can get there again. But more importantly, you need to get through this with Chris.”

Blake: “I know. And I know he’ll be ready. I just hope I am…I’ve known this is coming for months now. And well….”

Mr. D: “With revenge, a lot of people always think they’re ready. No one ever is. I’ve learned that after many years.”

Blake: “Going to miss seeing you around here.”

Mr. D: “I’ll still be watching.”

Mr. D and Blake shake hands as the scene cuts away.

Backstage, we see Xander Valentine stepping out of the locker room of Dark Fantasy. He storms off as we cut inside to see Ravyn Taylor and Syren talking with CHBK.

Syren: “We have to deal with Kim?!”

CHBK: “To have Marie apparently…”

Syren: “You serious?”

Ravyn: “Relax…next week, we’ll make sure Kim’s on our side. Xander…he would’ve been nice for size, but he has no loyalty to us. We’ve been using him and he knows it.”

Syren: “Yeah, but having a former World Champion who could destroy everyone in that ring would be nice!”

CHBK: “Guess it’s not an option.”

Syren turns and looks out and runs her hand through her hair annoyed as we cut away.

Katie Steward is seen coming up to Sasha as she walks backstage.

Katie: “Sasha! I hear you need a team leader and a captain and well, the greatest women’s wrestler in SCW is right here. And I know you’ve got a good relationship with Gigi and Maddy, but trust me, you know I’m the one you want. You can understand the power of a Steward.”

Sasha turns and looks at Katie.

Sasha: “Sorry Katie, but I’ve already filled my team. Unfortunately, despite everything you have done for SCW, I’ll admit I focused on other talent. I appreciate the offer though.”

Sasha goes to walk off but Katie stops her.

Katie: “Wait…you don’t want me? Look, I know you don’t want to kick someone off the team as I’m sure you gave a hell of a speech, but it’s me, the Queen of Queens, the Goddess of Desire!”

Sasha: “I’m sorry Katie. I’ve made my decision.”

Sasha turns and walks off as Katie looks at Sasha shocked before looking around. She then lets out a Goddess Scream before we cut away.

Backstage, Ikiro Yoshida is seen backstage in the Beauty Factory locker room. The door can be heard opening and then closing as Sienna Swann walks into the room and over to Ikiro. Ikiro turns.

Ikiro: “All good with team?”

Sienna: “Almost.”

Ikiro: “Oh?”

Sienna: “Still need a fourth.”

Ikiro: “I’m sure you find someone. Who wouldn’t want to follow you?”

Sienna: “About that…you.”

Ikiro: “Me?”

Sienna: “You would be the best option. Who else would fight harder for what I stand for…for what the people want…”

Sienna even looks at the camera at this point.

Ikiro: “You’re right. I would do anything for you.”

Sienna: “So at Retribution…make sure that no one ever disrespects me again.”

Sienna leans in as Ikiro looks at her. Sienna then steps in and kisses Ikiro on the lips. The crowd boos. Sienna steps back.

Sienna: “Don’t let me down.”

Ikiro: “I wouldn’t dream of it.”

Sienna smiles and kisses him on the forehead before stepping back as the scene cuts away.

“The Old May” by Memphis May Fire plays as the Breakdown logo comes up on the screen. A shot of Marie Jones vs. Kennedy Street follows.

Sharper: “And next, our main event, Marie Jones faces Kennedy Street.”

Knots: “Both going to be in that huge Tactical Warfare match! And they’ll face next!”

The scene fades to black.

COMMERCIALS

Marie Jones vs. Kennedy Street

"Criticize” by Adelita’s Way plays throughout the arena as a robed Kennedy Street slowly comes out from the back. She stands in the entrance way with her back to the ring, looking down, then up and out into the arena. Kennedy then drops the rope showing off her wrestling gear. Kennedy cracks a sexy smirk, she raises her right arm in the air looking up into the rafters as the shower of fireworks rain down behind her. The crowd cheers looking over to the fans and smirks. She continues to make her way down to the ring, arriving at the apron, crawling in and splits before flipping over and on her feet. Kennedy walks to the ropes and climbs to the second turnbuckle and looks around smiling while posing as the crowd roars.

Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for onefall with TV time remaining and is your main event of the evening. First, from Beverly Hills, California, she is “The Sexy Flawless Diva” Kennedy Street!”

Kennedy jumps down smiling to the crowd and waves her hair to the side as she stands in the corner, to lean against the corner ready for the match to start.

Sharper: “Kennedy Street will be part of Sasha’s team to determine the fate of this company at Retribution. Tonight, she faces Marie Jones, on Katya’s team.”

Knots: “Yeah and you wonder who else will be looking to get involved. Is this going to be straight up? If not, do you want to deal with Regan Street? Selena? Owen?”

A spotlight shines down at the top of the entrance ramp. Pyro goes off. Then Marie Annabelle Jones steps through the curtain, wearing her ring gear and her signature black leather jacket. A broad, somewhat condescending grin is on her face as she gaze out at the fans in the arena who boo loudly. The Tron shows images of her striking at her opponents with her finishing and signature moves as the lyrics of "Haunted" by Taylor Swift begin to flow through the arena. Marie begins to make her way down towards the ring to loud booing from the fans.

Phillips: “Her opponent, from Boston, Massachusetts, she is the Phoenix, Marie Jones!”

Her focus is solely on the ring and the determined stride with which she walks tells that story. Marie hops up onto the ring apron. She strikes a sultry and sexy pose for the audience. Marie turns and leaps over the top rope and into the ring. She then hops up onto the second turnbuckle of the nearby corner and holds her arms up high into the air, getting a reaction from the crowd. She jumps down and turns to Kennedy. Kennedy and her lock eyes.

Sharper: “Both looking to also be potential World Champions this year. Given everything else on the line in the coming weeks…”

Knots: “Opportunity, desire…whether you’ll get screwed…all on the line!”

The bell sounds as Aaron Demitra steps back. Marie and Kennedy circle the ring and then lunge at one another as the crowd roars. They push back on one another and Marie turns into a side headlock. She pulls back as Kennedy pulls her back and into the ropes. She fires her off. Marie bounces off and Kennedy shoulders her down. Marie looks up. Kennedy turns and runs into the ropes. Marie rolls toward Kennedy. Kennedy hops over and bounces off the other side. Marie jumps up for a leapfrog. Kennedy stops though. Marie lands on her feet and Kennedy drills her with a forearm shot. The crowd roars and Marie hits the mat. Kennedy goes for the pin.

Marie kicks out. She rolls over and moves to the floor. (1) Kennedy gets up and looks at her. (2)

Sharper: “First volley to the Sexy, Flawless Diva!”

Knots: “She’s on tonight, Adam!”

Marie looks around as the crowd cheers for Kennedy. Kennedy backs up. (3) Marie then slides into the ring. She gets up and shoves Kennedy back. Kennedy turns and looks at the crowd. She turns back and shoves Marie back. Marie hits the ropes and bounces off and Kennedy goes for a hip toss. Marie blocks it and then nails Kennedy in the ribs. She places her leg across the back of Kennedy’s head and backflips back. Kennedy goes for a clothesline. Marie ducks and runs forward. Both run into the ropes and Marie jumps up for a clothesline. Kennedy ducks and spins through into a school boy.

Marie kicks out. Both get up and Kennedy locks in a side headlock. She pulls up as Marie grimaces in annoyance.

Sharper: “Kennedy now with a side headlock and Marie getting annoyed.”

Knots: “Probably in her head. She wants to look good. She wants to do good.”

Sharper: “For herself or for Katya?”

Knots: “Or Dark Fantasy?”

Kennedy pulls back. Marie drags her into the ropes and then fires her off. Kennedy bounces off and Marie goes for an arm drag. Kennedy rolls through. She gets up and Marie goes for a hip toss. Kennedy blocks it and knees her in the ribs. She hits a hip toss and goes for the pin.

Marie kicks out. Both get up and Kennedy goes for a clothesline. Marie ducks and stops. Kennedy turns around and Marie jumps up, catching Kennedy with a dropkick right to the jaw. Kennedy hits the mat and Marie goes for the pin.

Kennedy kicks out. Both get up and Marie locks in and arm wrench.

Sharper: “Nice dropkick. Only two.”

Knots: “And now going for the arm. Almost like a chess match here. Just one with people’s limbs instead of little pieces.”

Marie kicks Kennedy in the ribs. She pushes her into the ropes and fires her off. She bounces off the other side and Marie hits a back elbow. Kennedy hits the mat. She starts to get up and Marie kicks her in the ribs. She then takes her over with a snap suplex. She floats over for the pin.

Kennedy kicks out. Both get up and Marie chops Kennedy. The crowd woos. She chops her again. More woos. Kennedy falls into the ropes. Marie grabs her and whips her across the ring. She bounces off and Marie jumps up and hits a hurricanrana into a pin.

Kennedy counters with a sunset flip.

Marie kicks out. Both get up and Marie goes for a clothesline. Kennedy ducks and grabs her and pulls her down with a neckbreaker.

Sharper: “Kennedy sends Marie to the mat. Gets the neckbreaker!”

Knots: “Just back and forth. And this is the thing. They both are hungry for this win. Kennedy wants to win more than anything. Think about her last few months. Add Marie, same thing!”

Marie turns over and starts to get up. Kennedy gets up and grabs her and hits a vertical suplex into a jackhammer pin.

Marie kicks out. Kennedy gets up and hits a leg drop. She rolls over and gets up and hits a second leg drop before getting up and hitting a third. The crowd roars and Kennedy goes for the lateral press.

Marie gets her shoulder up. Kennedy looks up. She then gets up and grabs Marie. She pulls her up and then turns and whips her into the corner. Kennedy runs after and Marie gets an elbow up. Kennedy staggers back and Marie jumps to the middle turnbuckle before jumping back with a moonsault into a reverse DDT. The crowd ohs. Marie hooks the leg.

Kennedy kicks out. Marie rolls away.

Sharper: “Marie got that Jones family maneuver on. That moonsault DDT.”

Knots: “Only two though!”

Marie rolls over and Kennedy stirs. Marie grabs her and pulls her up before hitting a DDT. Kennedy rolls her back. Marie gets up and then jumps over her and jumps to the middle rope and hits a lionsault. She goes for another pin.

Kennedy kicks out. Marie rolls off. She looks around, thinking things through. Kennedy gets up and Marie grabs her from behind and hits a Russian leg sweep. Marie rolls through and then turns to the corner. She jumps up and hits a split-legged moonsault into a pin.

Kennedy gets her shoulder up. Marie then looks down at her and nails her with a hard forearm and then another and another. Marie gets up and Kennedy rolls over. She winces and Marie pulls her up by the head. She then turns and whip her into the corner. Marie runs after and Kennedy jumps up and floats over. Marie stops at the corner and turns back, but Kennedy lifts her up and hits a flapjack. Marie hits the mat. She rolls over and stirs as Kennedy turns around. She walks over and grabs Marie. She pulls her up, but Marie hits a jawbreaker. She then hooks her up and hoists her up for a vertical suplex before falling back and just dumping Kennedy over the top rope. Kennedy gets her legs under her, but she falls to the mat from the landing.

Sharper: “Kennedy send up and over. My God, the hard landing.”

Knots: “Oh God…is she okay?!”

Sharper: “She’s moving. Marie however isn’t letting her recover…”

Kennedy rolls over as Marie slides to the floor. (1) She grabs Kennedy and drags her up and rolls her back into the ring. Marie climbs up to the apron as Kennedy falls to her back and Marie springboards to the top rope and dives forward with a leg drop. She goes for the pin.

Kennedy gets her shoulder up. Marie looks up and turns and looks around before turning back and grabbing Kennedy. She starts to lift her up. She clubs her in the back and then again. She then lowers her head and spears Kennedy into the corner. Marie backs up and grabs her and whips her across. Marie runs after and Kennedy gets a boot up. The crowd roars. Marie staggers back and turns back and runs at Kennedy and Kennedy boots her again. Marie stumbles back. Kennedy runs out and hits a jumping crescent kick, knocking Marie down. Kennedy falls to the mat.

Sharper: “Jumping crescent kick. Caught Marie under the jaw!”

Knots: “And fighting back. She’s not going to quit. Not now!”

Kennedy slowly gets up as Marie staggers to her feet. She turns around and Kennedy kicks her in the ribs. She then scoops her up and hits a backbreaker. She hooks the leg.

Marie pushes her off. She turns and slowly gets up. Kennedy watches her and gets up and runs into the ropes, running past Marie. She bounces off and grabs Marie and hits the Silver Spoon. She quickly turns and hooks the leg.

Marie gets her shoulder up. The crowd sighs. Kennedy rolls over and gets up. She then grabs her and drags her up. She whips her into the ropes. Marie bounces off and Kennedy goes for a back drop, but Marie flips through and lands on her feet. She runs into the ropes, bounces off and hits Kennedy with the Kissed by Fire. The crowd roars.

Sharper: “Marie off the rebound! Kissed by Fire. Right to the jaw!”

Knots: “Oh God…that could be it. Marie Jones may be about to beat Kennie!”

Marie turns and hooks the leg.

Kennedy shoots her shoulder just in time. The crowd cheers. Marie looks up and then back at Kennedy before turning and grabbing her. She pulls her up. She then wrenches the arm and whips her into the ropes. Kennedy bounces off and Marie hits a back elbow. Kennedy falls back and into the ropes. Marie runs in the opposite direction and bounces off and Kennedy suddenly spins through and hits a discus clothesline. Kennedy spins around. Marie starts to get up and turns and Kennedy kicks her in the ribs. She double underhooks her. She goes for the Winds of Change, but Marie blocks it and goes for a back drop. Kennedy spins through and lands on her feet. She turns and Marie turns around and Kennedy hits the Touch of Class. The crowd erupts in cheers.

Sharper: “Touch of Class. Marie countering, but Kennedy making sure. She wasn’t going to lose the chance.”

Knots: “Drilled Marie!”

Kennedy drops down and hooks the leg.

The crowd cheers. Kennedy rolls off.

Phillips: “Here is your winner, via pinfall, Kennedy Street!”

Sharper: “And if that happens in eleven days at Retribution, Sasha is in charge!”

Knots: “I’m praying for just that!”

Sharper: “But if Marie doesn’t get caught. If Marie is able to keep her volley going…Then Katya may be smiling!”

Knots: “And that’s not including Sienna or Giovanni and their teams. Everything is so different. So much on the line at Retribution!”

Kennedy rolls over and starts to get up. She has her arm raised. The crowd cheers as Kennedy enjoys her victory. Marie rolls over, holding her jaw in pain. Kennedy continues to celebrate as the scene slowly fades to black…