01-31-2020, 02:25 PM
02-04-2020, 11:49 PM
[Over the course of my life I have been called many things, both good and bad. Small fry, lightweight, boyfriend, team leader, husband, champion, and father. One thing cannot be denied. I have never truly given up on anything, ever. Back at the first ever Rise To Greatness, Dean Black thought he had me down and out, when he chose to align with my wife's enemy, Julie Foxx. He realized first-hand that there is no quit in me. Ever since that night, I faced so many others that were just like him. Since that night everyone needs to remember it has been over 15 and a half years. I evolved and even though I have been gone for almost the entire past decade from SCW, I have continued to do so. Coming back here, I knew I would be facing younger, potentially stronger, and obviously those who definitely plot and scheme better than myself. Everyone probably does that last thing better than me though, as that is not who I am. My next opponent does it though, but since it makes him happy, good for him I guess. Not like he held the SCW Adrenaline Championship for long anyways, after stealing it in the way he did. It's as I have always said, karma will always come back to get you. I should know. I've been there. Many of us have and have become better human beings because of it. Look at Regan Street. Look at Marie Jones. Look at Aaron Blackbourne. We are some of the ones that have moved forward, and have thus far not relapsed.]
[Yet sadly there are still just so many that could be better than what they are. Even those who have retired and are still helping in plots and schemes. Hey CHBK... How have you been? Still aligning with Infamous I see, even though it is clear they have been bested by countless others. Syren had to basically draw James Evans over the edge, just to get a pointless disqualification victory this past Sunday. Perhaps you guys and gals should concentrate on the talent that you have and actually earn what you want. Same with Syren Swa- I mean Sienna.]
[Aaaaanywaaaaays.... as of the night of Day of Infamy, I am now known as one more thing that was not on that list I said earlier. I am now a Team Captain. I know everyone just sees me as the eighth seed, due to me getting taken out with Tommy's Knee Deep, but things like that do happen. No one truly has eyes in the back of their head. I can and have brushed myself off, picked myself up, and gotten ready for the next challenge. Being I am the one to make my choice pick last, I bet all of you are thinking "being on Jay's team is like a swift kick in the privates" and that you will have no chance of winning a Trios Tournament Contract. To that I say this. Do not just stick a fork in us if you end up on my team. I will do everything to hold up my end of the bargain so we succeed, and no, I will not be some sort of dictator. We are all professionals here, and on this team the three of us will be equals, no matter who you are. Yes, even if it is one of you that I am not even thinking about picking. In the end it is really only just one night. We just have to get along for ONE NIGHT, and then you get to do whatever you want with your contract, whenever you want, however you want.]
[As for you Gavin Taylor, no you aren't on my pick list. However you ARE on my list of Golden Moments. Since you want to try to start again to taste your second piece of SCW gold against me, you are going to find out that the road back up will be very, VERY steep, right from the get-go. Why? Because I am back to get more gold as well! This time around I am not here to just be here. I am not here for the money. I am here to be me once again! As I do that Gavin, I will be happy, and more importantly my wife and daughter will be happy. After tonight though, you won't be.]
*******
DATE: Monday, February 3, 2020
TIME: 7:30 AM
LOCATION: Gold Household (Schenectady, NY)
[Happy. Now that is a word that none of the three of us have been as of late. My daughter has definitely gotten the worst of it, as she has had many reasons to not be happy. I can tell this morning that she is resisting leaving the house and heading for the bus stop. Unfortunately I do not have much more time this morning myself as I have to head to the airport and head west to Portland, Oregon in order to be there in time for Breakdown on Wednesday night. Martha and I have both briefly spoken with her this morning that it will be okay, yet she still resists. She has every reason in the world to do so, but she needs to go to school. I know I need to say something.]
Sarah?
Yes dad?
[We actually both sound unsure of ourselves at this moment, but I look her right in the eyes and smile at her.]
Be brave. I know it's tough, but go in there, hold your head up high, and focus on what truly matters... learning. You'll be okay. Things can only get better.
[She lowers her head a little, but does let me see her eyes.]
I guess so. But um, they still haven't expelled those girls. I'm afraid of what they might do to me on their way out the door, ya know?
I'm afraid too. But don't forget what I'm about to tell you. It's okay to defend yourself. I know it's school and not wrestling, but I'm sure you would be forgiven if you had to take someone down if they were attacking you. Hopefully you don't have to do it Sarah. However if you have to, no matter what anyone says at school, your mother and I would be proud of you for defending yourself if it becomes necessary to do so.
Okay. Um... I guess I better go. School bus will probably be here in a couple.
She sighs heavily, turns to the front door, and heads out. The moment she does I can see the school bus coming towards the corner. She quickens her pace to a sprint and makes it to the bus in time, being the last one of the kids there to get on.
Have a good day at school, I hope.
[I watch as the bus heads off down the street with my daughter on board. Martha comes down the stairs and looks at me, worried herself.]
Take care of yourself and Sarah, Martha. I'll be back by this weekend. Don't be afraid to call my cell or text me with anything. You know, as usual.
I know. I love you Jay. Things will hopefully work out at school for her.
I hope so. I love you too.
[I kiss her on the lips and after I retract she smiles at me. I gather up my belongings and head for the door. I turn around and she is still there, smiling at me. That is the vision I take with me as I head out the door and to the car, ready as I will ever be to head west.]
DATE: Monday, February 3, 2020
TIME: 12:32 PM
LOCATION: Central Park Middle School (Schenectady, NY)
[It is lunchtime now and Sarah is headed for the cafeteria, as per usual. Nothing bad has happened all morning, but around the corner now is nothing but trouble as the clique of girls is waiting for her, having clearly scouted out her path to the cafeteria. Sarah rounds the corner and is immediately surrounded by the three of them. The biggest one, Monique, immediately shoves her up against the wall, pretty hard. Sarah's backpack prevents her back slamming into the wall, but that isn't obviously comfort at all.]
So, you've managed to get the three of us suspended from school for two weeks, after today. We just want to let you know that we will be back. SLUT!
[The other two, Morgan and Miranda, each grab one of Sarah's arms and hold them out to the sides, right up against the wall, so Sarah looks like Jesus on a cross. So far no one has come to save her, as this hall of the school doesn't usually see much action between 12:30 and 1. Sarah looks about ready to cry, but them she hears the voice of her father.]
... your mother and I would be proud of you for defending yourself...
[Sarah closes her eyes and then suddenly kicks her right leg forward, doubling Monique over where it hurts!]
Get her girls! Damn!
[Morgan lets go of the arm she is holding and slaps Sarah right across her right cheek, leaving a mark, before then re-pinning Sarah back to the wall. Monique is almost completely back upright when Sarah then hears another voice, only this one is live and in person.]
Paul?
[He doesn't answer but instead he begins wrenching Monique's arm until she begins to scream out loud. The commotion can now be heard and a few of the school staff come running. Morgan and Miranda begrudgingly let Sarah go. Paul however doesn't stop on Monique until he hears Sarah, who has since regained her bearings.]
She's not worth it! Let her go. They won't be around anyway now.
Okay, break it up!
[One of the female teachers, Mrs. Rollinson, arrives on the scene first. Upon seeing that Sarah has been slapped in the cheek, and the fact that she sees Morgan and Miranda trying to get away from the scene, it doesn't take her much to see what was happening. Paul holds onto Monique for a few more seconds, which leads to Sarah pleading with him more.]
Paul please, let her go.
[He hears Sarah's voice this time and shoves Monique away, down to the floor. Everyone falls silent. No one knows what to say. Until Mrs. Rollinson addresses all in attendance.]
Paul, Sarah, come with me. Monique, Miranda, Morgan? All three of you. GET OUT! GO HOME!
[Other staffers escort the clique of girls out of the building and immediately the doors around the school are secured, so they can't get back in. Meanwhile Paul and Sarah are led to the only place where Mrs. Rollinson can think of, right to the Principal's office, to explain what happened. As both of them wait, Sarah gains enough courage to look over at Paul and speak to him.]
Thank you. You saved me when you didn't have to. I...
You're not a slut. Those 3 are. I know almost everything that they've done to you, and I just couldn't take it anymore to see you treated that way Sarah. If I get expelled because of it, I'm okay with it.
Paul...
[She can't get another word out as they are both brought into the Principal's actual office. He starts before they can even think about sitting down.]
Well, I guess that two week cooldown won't be enough for those 3. Now they are definitely expelled. They are not welcome back to this school. But Paul, your actions were not good either. Admirable, but not good. We can't condone any sort of violence here.
I know sir. If you want me suspended or expelled at all, I understand. I did it to-
He saved me. Please don't suspend or expel him! Paul, you were amazing. Thank you again... so much.
Hmm. Okay, just don't let it happen again. This has definitely been a situation I never imagined would happen in my school. Hopefully it's over now.
I fear it will never be fully over.
[Sarah looks at the Principal and then to Paul.]
I guess you found yourself a friend in all this at least Sarah. I might stand corrected, but I think you two live close to one another, don't you?
Yes.
Yes.
[The two kids look at one another. Sarah delivers one little "heh" before they both look back at the Principal.]
Then take care of each other, should trouble come calling. You're both very smart students from what I've seen. Maybe you can help one another.
Yeah.
[Paul says nothing but does look to be quite hungry, so he asks to be excused. The Principal allows both Paul and Sarah to head back for lunch, even though it's almost over now. The two do at least get a little bit of food down before they have to head to their next classes. To be safe, Paul does drop Sarah off at her next class. Before Sarah ducks into the room she softly speaks to him.]
Thanks. For everything.
You're welcome Sarah.
Um... bye.
[Paul nods before speeding off to his next class, so he won't be late. Sarah watches him go before she goes to take her seat, quite a few of her fellow students looking at her, especially the girls. Their concentration moves from Sarah to the teacher though, as the bell goes off and this next class begins.]
*******
DATE: Wednesday, February 5, 2020
TIME: 1:30 PM
LOCATION: Moda Center (Portland, Oregon)
[This used to be the Rose Garden. The roses still do exist, just like how my daughter is quite the rose. I'm kind of tempted to pluck one and bring one to her, but I know that is wrong. So instead I'll take a picture. I take a moment to do this with my cell phone and send the picture right to my wife to show to our Sarah, our rose.]
[Now though I know it is time to get down to business. Gavin Taylor has already proved to the world that he will do anything he can to be successful, and I for one am not going to be a victim of his. I have FAR more to prove in this match than he does, that's for sure. Especially with the actual Trios Tournament just around the corner...]
As you all know out there, it is hard to pick a teammate when you have been away from the business as long as I have. I thought long and hard about who to pick for the Trios Tournament team that I will be on. Tonight I can only hope my first pick makes it to pick number 8, because trust me, it will be well worth the cost of admission to Trios Tournament Night.
However while the teams will be announced right here tonight, I also have the duty of taking on the now former SCW Adrenaline Champion, Gavin Taylor. To me, that takes precedence. I showed upon coming back that I am here to take care of business. I have the rare chance to be reborn in the wrestling business, and I damn sure am going to take advantage of it! That's what I did against Autumn Valentine. Both her and Ryan weren't ready for me, and tonight the same will ring true for you Gavin. You probably believe you will just run right over me, using me as a stepping stone to get back towards the top, to get back towards what you want, more championship gold. Bad news for you. I'm not going to let that happen.
Instead I'm going to let the whole world see that this "Wild Card" isn't going to be a one or two trick pony. I know I have the tendency to stop and smell the roses sometimes, like right now, but when it comes time to go down to that ring, there is a reason for why I'm a hall of famer. Back in the day I kept coming back, especially from losses. And funny enough, especially in the at the time Cruiserweight Division. I know you don't care about names other than your own Gavin, but you name a cruiserweight or adrenaline division competitor from back when I was around full-time, and they will tell you that I never gave up. I never backed down. That is really what YOU should be thinking about doing, especially after karma caught up with you against Asher Hayes. Thou shalt not steal does mean something you know.
But don't worry, I won't be stealing a victory from you tonight Gavin. I will be earning it, simply known as doing what I do best. After you are down on that mat for three seconds, or if I choose to get you to tap out in a certain reclining position, you will realize that you still have a long way to go if you want to be considered worthy of receiving another championship opportunity.
[I pause, just to look back at the roses. As I look closer, it becomes clearer that these ones are artificial, due to the cold season. I'm not surprised. I'll just get some real roses on the way back home. I just hope my daughter doesn't wilt before I get there. I sure as damn hell won't be wilting against Gavin tonight, because to me, he's a bully. I've dealt with dozens of bullies throughout my life, both in wrestling and out. Gavin really isn't any different than all the rest, and he needs his eyes to be opened to see that he could be something better. I sigh.]
Gavin, you won't be bullying me around here tonight. I know how your kind operate as there have been so many of your kind here in SCW in the past, and also in the current day. It just goes to show that things never change, only the faces do. After tonight, maybe you will realize that I am right about that, and will choose to instead do your own thing. That would definitely be refreshing. But seeing how you have operated lately, I'm not holding out hope for that actually happening. Whatever you choose to do after tonight though is your own business. Just like how I will continue to take care of MY business as it happens. Soon enough I won't be dubbed as a Wild Card anymore. Soon enough everyone will remember who I truly once was and who I will be once again, and that's a champion. My road to that status continues tonight. Unlike you I don't expect it to be easy. I expect it to be bumpy. But in the end I will make it, while you will only wish you had made it. You, along with our fans, will get to bear witness to the Golden Years. Years that no one thought would ever come. I intend to cherish them, no matter what happens, and I hope everyone else does too.
[I nod and wave towards my cell phone screen, to the SCW fans that are out there. I then stop recording. Business is about to pick up soon enough. First will be Gavin, second will be to see who I will be teaming with for the Trios Tournament, and third will be to the future, whatever it might bring.]
[Yet sadly there are still just so many that could be better than what they are. Even those who have retired and are still helping in plots and schemes. Hey CHBK... How have you been? Still aligning with Infamous I see, even though it is clear they have been bested by countless others. Syren had to basically draw James Evans over the edge, just to get a pointless disqualification victory this past Sunday. Perhaps you guys and gals should concentrate on the talent that you have and actually earn what you want. Same with Syren Swa- I mean Sienna.]
[Aaaaanywaaaaays.... as of the night of Day of Infamy, I am now known as one more thing that was not on that list I said earlier. I am now a Team Captain. I know everyone just sees me as the eighth seed, due to me getting taken out with Tommy's Knee Deep, but things like that do happen. No one truly has eyes in the back of their head. I can and have brushed myself off, picked myself up, and gotten ready for the next challenge. Being I am the one to make my choice pick last, I bet all of you are thinking "being on Jay's team is like a swift kick in the privates" and that you will have no chance of winning a Trios Tournament Contract. To that I say this. Do not just stick a fork in us if you end up on my team. I will do everything to hold up my end of the bargain so we succeed, and no, I will not be some sort of dictator. We are all professionals here, and on this team the three of us will be equals, no matter who you are. Yes, even if it is one of you that I am not even thinking about picking. In the end it is really only just one night. We just have to get along for ONE NIGHT, and then you get to do whatever you want with your contract, whenever you want, however you want.]
[As for you Gavin Taylor, no you aren't on my pick list. However you ARE on my list of Golden Moments. Since you want to try to start again to taste your second piece of SCW gold against me, you are going to find out that the road back up will be very, VERY steep, right from the get-go. Why? Because I am back to get more gold as well! This time around I am not here to just be here. I am not here for the money. I am here to be me once again! As I do that Gavin, I will be happy, and more importantly my wife and daughter will be happy. After tonight though, you won't be.]
*******
DATE: Monday, February 3, 2020
TIME: 7:30 AM
LOCATION: Gold Household (Schenectady, NY)
[Happy. Now that is a word that none of the three of us have been as of late. My daughter has definitely gotten the worst of it, as she has had many reasons to not be happy. I can tell this morning that she is resisting leaving the house and heading for the bus stop. Unfortunately I do not have much more time this morning myself as I have to head to the airport and head west to Portland, Oregon in order to be there in time for Breakdown on Wednesday night. Martha and I have both briefly spoken with her this morning that it will be okay, yet she still resists. She has every reason in the world to do so, but she needs to go to school. I know I need to say something.]
Sarah?
Yes dad?
[We actually both sound unsure of ourselves at this moment, but I look her right in the eyes and smile at her.]
Be brave. I know it's tough, but go in there, hold your head up high, and focus on what truly matters... learning. You'll be okay. Things can only get better.
[She lowers her head a little, but does let me see her eyes.]
I guess so. But um, they still haven't expelled those girls. I'm afraid of what they might do to me on their way out the door, ya know?
I'm afraid too. But don't forget what I'm about to tell you. It's okay to defend yourself. I know it's school and not wrestling, but I'm sure you would be forgiven if you had to take someone down if they were attacking you. Hopefully you don't have to do it Sarah. However if you have to, no matter what anyone says at school, your mother and I would be proud of you for defending yourself if it becomes necessary to do so.
Okay. Um... I guess I better go. School bus will probably be here in a couple.
She sighs heavily, turns to the front door, and heads out. The moment she does I can see the school bus coming towards the corner. She quickens her pace to a sprint and makes it to the bus in time, being the last one of the kids there to get on.
Have a good day at school, I hope.
[I watch as the bus heads off down the street with my daughter on board. Martha comes down the stairs and looks at me, worried herself.]
Take care of yourself and Sarah, Martha. I'll be back by this weekend. Don't be afraid to call my cell or text me with anything. You know, as usual.
I know. I love you Jay. Things will hopefully work out at school for her.
I hope so. I love you too.
[I kiss her on the lips and after I retract she smiles at me. I gather up my belongings and head for the door. I turn around and she is still there, smiling at me. That is the vision I take with me as I head out the door and to the car, ready as I will ever be to head west.]
DATE: Monday, February 3, 2020
TIME: 12:32 PM
LOCATION: Central Park Middle School (Schenectady, NY)
[It is lunchtime now and Sarah is headed for the cafeteria, as per usual. Nothing bad has happened all morning, but around the corner now is nothing but trouble as the clique of girls is waiting for her, having clearly scouted out her path to the cafeteria. Sarah rounds the corner and is immediately surrounded by the three of them. The biggest one, Monique, immediately shoves her up against the wall, pretty hard. Sarah's backpack prevents her back slamming into the wall, but that isn't obviously comfort at all.]
So, you've managed to get the three of us suspended from school for two weeks, after today. We just want to let you know that we will be back. SLUT!
[The other two, Morgan and Miranda, each grab one of Sarah's arms and hold them out to the sides, right up against the wall, so Sarah looks like Jesus on a cross. So far no one has come to save her, as this hall of the school doesn't usually see much action between 12:30 and 1. Sarah looks about ready to cry, but them she hears the voice of her father.]
... your mother and I would be proud of you for defending yourself...
[Sarah closes her eyes and then suddenly kicks her right leg forward, doubling Monique over where it hurts!]
Get her girls! Damn!
[Morgan lets go of the arm she is holding and slaps Sarah right across her right cheek, leaving a mark, before then re-pinning Sarah back to the wall. Monique is almost completely back upright when Sarah then hears another voice, only this one is live and in person.]
Paul?
[He doesn't answer but instead he begins wrenching Monique's arm until she begins to scream out loud. The commotion can now be heard and a few of the school staff come running. Morgan and Miranda begrudgingly let Sarah go. Paul however doesn't stop on Monique until he hears Sarah, who has since regained her bearings.]
She's not worth it! Let her go. They won't be around anyway now.
Okay, break it up!
[One of the female teachers, Mrs. Rollinson, arrives on the scene first. Upon seeing that Sarah has been slapped in the cheek, and the fact that she sees Morgan and Miranda trying to get away from the scene, it doesn't take her much to see what was happening. Paul holds onto Monique for a few more seconds, which leads to Sarah pleading with him more.]
Paul please, let her go.
[He hears Sarah's voice this time and shoves Monique away, down to the floor. Everyone falls silent. No one knows what to say. Until Mrs. Rollinson addresses all in attendance.]
Paul, Sarah, come with me. Monique, Miranda, Morgan? All three of you. GET OUT! GO HOME!
[Other staffers escort the clique of girls out of the building and immediately the doors around the school are secured, so they can't get back in. Meanwhile Paul and Sarah are led to the only place where Mrs. Rollinson can think of, right to the Principal's office, to explain what happened. As both of them wait, Sarah gains enough courage to look over at Paul and speak to him.]
Thank you. You saved me when you didn't have to. I...
You're not a slut. Those 3 are. I know almost everything that they've done to you, and I just couldn't take it anymore to see you treated that way Sarah. If I get expelled because of it, I'm okay with it.
Paul...
[She can't get another word out as they are both brought into the Principal's actual office. He starts before they can even think about sitting down.]
Well, I guess that two week cooldown won't be enough for those 3. Now they are definitely expelled. They are not welcome back to this school. But Paul, your actions were not good either. Admirable, but not good. We can't condone any sort of violence here.
I know sir. If you want me suspended or expelled at all, I understand. I did it to-
He saved me. Please don't suspend or expel him! Paul, you were amazing. Thank you again... so much.
Hmm. Okay, just don't let it happen again. This has definitely been a situation I never imagined would happen in my school. Hopefully it's over now.
I fear it will never be fully over.
[Sarah looks at the Principal and then to Paul.]
I guess you found yourself a friend in all this at least Sarah. I might stand corrected, but I think you two live close to one another, don't you?
Yes.
Yes.
[The two kids look at one another. Sarah delivers one little "heh" before they both look back at the Principal.]
Then take care of each other, should trouble come calling. You're both very smart students from what I've seen. Maybe you can help one another.
Yeah.
[Paul says nothing but does look to be quite hungry, so he asks to be excused. The Principal allows both Paul and Sarah to head back for lunch, even though it's almost over now. The two do at least get a little bit of food down before they have to head to their next classes. To be safe, Paul does drop Sarah off at her next class. Before Sarah ducks into the room she softly speaks to him.]
Thanks. For everything.
You're welcome Sarah.
Um... bye.
[Paul nods before speeding off to his next class, so he won't be late. Sarah watches him go before she goes to take her seat, quite a few of her fellow students looking at her, especially the girls. Their concentration moves from Sarah to the teacher though, as the bell goes off and this next class begins.]
*******
DATE: Wednesday, February 5, 2020
TIME: 1:30 PM
LOCATION: Moda Center (Portland, Oregon)
[This used to be the Rose Garden. The roses still do exist, just like how my daughter is quite the rose. I'm kind of tempted to pluck one and bring one to her, but I know that is wrong. So instead I'll take a picture. I take a moment to do this with my cell phone and send the picture right to my wife to show to our Sarah, our rose.]
[Now though I know it is time to get down to business. Gavin Taylor has already proved to the world that he will do anything he can to be successful, and I for one am not going to be a victim of his. I have FAR more to prove in this match than he does, that's for sure. Especially with the actual Trios Tournament just around the corner...]
As you all know out there, it is hard to pick a teammate when you have been away from the business as long as I have. I thought long and hard about who to pick for the Trios Tournament team that I will be on. Tonight I can only hope my first pick makes it to pick number 8, because trust me, it will be well worth the cost of admission to Trios Tournament Night.
However while the teams will be announced right here tonight, I also have the duty of taking on the now former SCW Adrenaline Champion, Gavin Taylor. To me, that takes precedence. I showed upon coming back that I am here to take care of business. I have the rare chance to be reborn in the wrestling business, and I damn sure am going to take advantage of it! That's what I did against Autumn Valentine. Both her and Ryan weren't ready for me, and tonight the same will ring true for you Gavin. You probably believe you will just run right over me, using me as a stepping stone to get back towards the top, to get back towards what you want, more championship gold. Bad news for you. I'm not going to let that happen.
Instead I'm going to let the whole world see that this "Wild Card" isn't going to be a one or two trick pony. I know I have the tendency to stop and smell the roses sometimes, like right now, but when it comes time to go down to that ring, there is a reason for why I'm a hall of famer. Back in the day I kept coming back, especially from losses. And funny enough, especially in the at the time Cruiserweight Division. I know you don't care about names other than your own Gavin, but you name a cruiserweight or adrenaline division competitor from back when I was around full-time, and they will tell you that I never gave up. I never backed down. That is really what YOU should be thinking about doing, especially after karma caught up with you against Asher Hayes. Thou shalt not steal does mean something you know.
But don't worry, I won't be stealing a victory from you tonight Gavin. I will be earning it, simply known as doing what I do best. After you are down on that mat for three seconds, or if I choose to get you to tap out in a certain reclining position, you will realize that you still have a long way to go if you want to be considered worthy of receiving another championship opportunity.
[I pause, just to look back at the roses. As I look closer, it becomes clearer that these ones are artificial, due to the cold season. I'm not surprised. I'll just get some real roses on the way back home. I just hope my daughter doesn't wilt before I get there. I sure as damn hell won't be wilting against Gavin tonight, because to me, he's a bully. I've dealt with dozens of bullies throughout my life, both in wrestling and out. Gavin really isn't any different than all the rest, and he needs his eyes to be opened to see that he could be something better. I sigh.]
Gavin, you won't be bullying me around here tonight. I know how your kind operate as there have been so many of your kind here in SCW in the past, and also in the current day. It just goes to show that things never change, only the faces do. After tonight, maybe you will realize that I am right about that, and will choose to instead do your own thing. That would definitely be refreshing. But seeing how you have operated lately, I'm not holding out hope for that actually happening. Whatever you choose to do after tonight though is your own business. Just like how I will continue to take care of MY business as it happens. Soon enough I won't be dubbed as a Wild Card anymore. Soon enough everyone will remember who I truly once was and who I will be once again, and that's a champion. My road to that status continues tonight. Unlike you I don't expect it to be easy. I expect it to be bumpy. But in the end I will make it, while you will only wish you had made it. You, along with our fans, will get to bear witness to the Golden Years. Years that no one thought would ever come. I intend to cherish them, no matter what happens, and I hope everyone else does too.
[I nod and wave towards my cell phone screen, to the SCW fans that are out there. I then stop recording. Business is about to pick up soon enough. First will be Gavin, second will be to see who I will be teaming with for the Trios Tournament, and third will be to the future, whatever it might bring.]