Post by Laura Phoenix - HBIC on Jan 15, 2020 0:52:30 GMT -5
(Scene opens open with a single stool sitting in the middle of the room and a buzz from the one spotlight overhead. We hear a door open and slam shut and footsteps across the floor. Laura Phoenix steps into the shot as we hear the crowd in the arena scream at the top of their lungs. Laura doesn’t take the seat though and instead she looks up at the camera.)
Laura Phoenix: 2019....was a banner year. PWS rises from the ashes and thus begins the era of APEX. We had some amazing moments, we saw some amazing moments. Debuts, returns, surprise appearances and the matches....
(Screen switches over to almost a fast montage of the matches seen in 2019.)
Laura Phoenix: We saw a whole new regime come in and that’s where things really began to pick up and when the last bell rang, the last rites were read on the era of one and the Era of Malice began.
(Screen switches and shows the final shot of Last Rites as Malachi stands tall atop the Hell in the Cell.)
Laura Phoenix: Tonight we honor the year that has gone and begin the next. It’s a new year, a new decade....and a New Era.
(She looks at the stool beside her.)
Laura Phoenix: And New York begins that era for us. This seat, it’s not for me. It’s for you, the fan. We invite you to relax, pull up a seat and enjoy the ride. Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to Riot: New Era!
(New Years Day “Shut Up” blares throughout the sound system)
Meg Reynolds: Ladies and Gentleman, please welcome tonights EmCee for the 2019 PWS Awards! NEW YORK CITY’S OWN, BELLA MADISON!!!!
(Bella steps out on stage, long blonde hair flowing wearing an all white dress looking almost like an angel as the crowd cheers loudly. She stops and takes it in as she is in her hometown before making her way to the podium she takes a deep breath before beginning to speak.)
Bella Madison: WHAT IS UP NEW YORK!
(The crowd cheers loudly as she laughs.)
Bella Madison: Well, I guess tonight, to make up for me not being booked to wrestle I have been given the dubious honor of hosting the inaugural PWS Awards! First of all before we get things underway, every outfit you see me in tonight have been designed and created by our wonderful seamstress, Mattie Comier!
(The crowd cheers)
Bella Madison: AND after tonight, minus maybe a few that I take home, they will all be auctioned off and the money raised from that will be donating to the Australia Wildfire Relief Fund and we also are accepting donations tonight as you are leaving the event so please, give and help those that were devastated by these fires.
(The crowd applauds as she sets herself.)
Bella Madison: So let’s get this crazy night going! First of all WELCOME to the first Riot of the year and yes we are also honoring the last year. SO without further ado, our first presenter is the Co-Owner and CEO of PWS: Apex, please welcome Star Stormz!!!
(After Bella introduces her, Star comes out from the back wearing a black pantsuit with a green shirt under it. She gets up to the podium and smiles.)
Star Stormz: Thank you, Bella.
(She looks out to the crowd)
Star Stormz: Tonight is a huge night for all of us. New year, new staff, NEW COMPANY basically. We have a lot of things in store for you tonight. And we are gonna kick things off with the Champion of the Year award! PWS: APEX Champions are a rare breed. The best of the best. The Gold Standard... if you will. The nominees for 2019 PWS:APEX Champion of the year are Alexis Makarios for the World Title, Miles Kasey for the United Title, and Mack McKane for the Collateral Damage Title.
(The image of the award and the nominees appears on the screen behind her)
Star Stormz: And your winner and Champion of the Year is....
(She opens the envelope and looks confused for a second.)
Star Stormz: …. Well, we have a tie! Alexis Makarios for World Champion! And Mack McKane for Collateral Damage Champion.
(Both Mack and Alexis come out from behind the curtain and head towards the podium. While they are on the way out, a stagehand brings two trophies to the podium. Star hands Mack his trophy with a bit of a huff, before turning to Alexis and smiling big, handing her her trophy and congratulating her and shaking her hand. Star stepped back and headed behind the curtain. Alexis looked at Mack, who motioned for her to go first.)
Alexis: Wow, thank you so much. It’s an honor to be seen as Champion of the Year. I worked hard to win, and defend, that World Title for the better part of the year. I and truly humbled that you guys enjoyed it. Even if I have to share the honor…
(She looked over at Mack for a moment.)
Alexis: Regardless, thank you all so much, and I will make the first step towards winning this again next year when I regain my title in the main event.
(She stepped back and motioned that she was done towards Mack.)
Mack: Well...I wont take up too much of yer time, like Alexis said it...its an honor for me to be standin' here at all. I know there are...certain parties...that would have rather I not been afforded the chance to BE in this position but I thank each and every one of you. YOU are the opinion I care about an' if she wants, Red here can have more time cause...she ain't standin' here next year. Know how I know?
(Mack undoes his coat and unhooked the Collateral Damage Championship holding it up looking at her with a wink.)
Mack: ...cause I know how to KEEP mine. Cheers!
(Mack slings his title over his shoulder and picks up his trophy leaving without saying a word to Alexis. Alexis scoffs a bit as she leaves as well. The cameras cut to a quick commercial)
TAG TEAM MATCH
Jennifer Carpenter-Lopez and Gracie Lopez v Miss Puppies and Richard Rider
(The match starts out with Jenn and Rider in the middle of the ring, with Puppies and Gracie in their appropriate corners. The bell rings and they lock up. Jenn tries to overpower Rider in the lock up, and he laughs at her, breaking the lock up. Jenn looks pissed and he just laughs. He sticks out his head and taps his cheek, giving her a chance for a free hit. She rolled her eyes and hauled off and sucker punched him!!! He falls onto his butt in the ring and looks horrified! Jenn and Gracie laugh. He crawls backwards and tags in Puppies! Puppies comes roaring in and uses her size to take advantage over Jenn!)
JR: That wasn't smart...
Alf: Jenn just made Rider look like a wimp.
JR: You mean Little Dicky...
Alf: Never say that again... please...
(Puppies maintains control for a minute or two before Jenn is able to take her off her feet and take advantage. She tags out to Gracie who comes in full of steam. She continues what Jenn started, not letting Puppies stay on her feet so she can't use her size advantage. Gracie and Jenn take turns tagging in and out rapidly, keeping themselves fresh in the match. Miss Puppies is getting worked over but manages to knock Gracie down long enough to make her way to the corner... and tagged out. Rider comes in and he and Gracie go back and forth for a few minutes. She sets him up for the Syle and Grace... but Puppies slides in and pushes Rider out of the way just in time, taking the full brunt of the attack! She rolls out of the ring and Rider looks on in shock. Gracie takes advantage and rolls him up...)
1...2...3!!!!
DING DING DING!!!
WINNERS= JENNIFER CARPENTER-LOPEZ AND GRACIE LOPEZ
(We come back from commercial, as Bella stands on the stage this time in a blue and white pants suit.)
Bella Madison: I cannot stress this enough, I should not even be out here to do the introduction to our next presenter because well...this next award I’m kinda on there a lot...so guys, our next presenter is indeed a Hall of Famer and a man that I have a load of respect for. Please welcome, PWS Chief Operating Officer, Eddie Lopez!
(“La Raza” starts to play on the PA system. When he does, the crowd has a MASSIVE pop, cuz they know who it is. Eddie Lopez steps out on stage, and the pop he had got even louder. Eddie steps up the podium, with the envelope in his hand.)
Crowd: One more match, one more match!
(All Eddie could do was smile. He knows it’ll take a lot to get him back into the ring if he decides he wants to do one more match, but for now, he’s staying retired because of his knees. He looks around the crowd at their smiling faces as well, it’s more like a welcome home for him too. He wrestled a lot at MSG in his days.)
Eddie: One more match huh? Never say never.
(The crowd starts chanting yes as they heard that. Eddie smiles again with a slight head shake. He still has them eating out of the palm of his hand.)
Eddie: Shhhh…. They have me timed here. I can’t be out forever!
(The crowd starts booing loudly.)
Eddie: I’m out here to present the OMG moment of the year. I’ve had a few of these moments in my career. From winning the World Championship that everyone doubted me to do to teaming with my daughter, but those were my moments. We’re not out here talking about those. For the past year, we’ve had some OMG moments in this brand. Take a look behind me and you’ll see who the Nominees are!
Eddie: Oh I gotta say em too? Fiiiiiiiine
(He grins)
Eddie: Bella Madison Debuts and attacks Levi Russow, Amelia Emery stripped of United Title, Star Stormz firing Manny Martinez and hiring Eddie Lopez, Laura Phoenix, and Marcus Cage, and Levi Russow and Reverend Synister attempt to burn Bella Madison alive...
(Eddie looks back at the envelope.)
Eddie: And we have a winner! Levi Russow and Syn set Bella on fire!
("Shut Up" by New Years Day hits the PA as Bella Madison comes walking out alone before turning around, snapping her fingers, and pointing to the ground beside her...like a scalded dog, Levi Russow comes walking out rubbing the back of his neck wincing like its awkward as they walk to the podium and Bella takes both trophies as Levi looks everywhere BUT at her. She clears her throat and he finally looks at her.)
Levi Russow: …okay but like, in MY defense…
Bella Madison: You tried. To light me. On FIRE.
Levi Russow: ...see what had HAPPENED was-
Bella Madison: I REALLY LIKED THAT OUTFIT BUT I COULDN'T GET THE GASOLINE SMELL OUT OF IT!!!
Levi Russow: I'M SORRY!!!
(The fans start a massive chant of "DIIIIICK MOVE! DIIIIIICK MOVE!" as Bella cheerlead them and Levi rolls his eyes.)
Levi Russow: I know, I know, I KNOW! Listen...I just came out here to PUBLICLY...take Bella's hand…
(Levi takes Bella's hand.)
Levi Russow: And say I am truly, immensely, greatly, and any other fitting adjectives you can think of...sorry. I'm sorry I lost my way again. I'm sorry I took it out on you. And I'm sorry I went along with that stupid plan you could have…
(Levi gets visibly upset he starts to tear up)
Levi Russow: You could have been disfigured...crippled...or even worse you could have...ah Bells you coulda DIED...and I'd have been responsible! So I'm here to start the first of a thousand apologies...to you…
(Levi turns and looks at the fans.)
Levi Russow: ...and to all of YOU for subjecting you to such horrors. Keep my trophy Bells...I don't need another reason to remember...to haunt me. I love you...and I am SO proud of you.
(Bella can’t help but tear up a little.)
Bella Madison: Ok, look...this moment, was something that no one will soon forget. We don’t need no damn award to remind us of what happened because that was just.....look it’s past. It’s all history now. I’m not gonna lie, I dared you to do something about it, I dared you to call me a whore to my face. Ya did it. What happened, put a definite interesting spin on the beginning of my career and if anything it proved an interesting point to you about Malachi.
Levi Russow: Indeed...kid was outmatched and outgunned but he was never gonna stop till he got to you. That earns him all the brownie points in my book. But give yourself massive credit...no matter what I did to you, you didn't back down...you thrived. I was still proud of you.
(Bella smiles and points at the necklace around her neck.)
Bella Madison: It’s what you guys taught me all along. Stay strong through no matter what this crazy ass business throws at us. This here, this is much more important to me than this stupid award. You are as close to me as if you were blood related. You are and always will be Uncle Levi, even when you were crazily brainwashed by a deranged psychopath. So you know what?
(Bella looks down at the award and chucks it off the side of the stage.)
Bella Madison: I don’t want it either. Getting you back, getting our family back was way too important and if that means almost dying to do it, then so be it.
Levi Russow: That's my girl.
(Levi chucks his off the stage too, they share a hug and wave to everybody as Levi puts an arm around her as they leave.)
(The cameras cut to the back, where Star Stomz is in her office. She was looking over some paperwork when she heard her office door open. She looked up and immediately scowled. Standing in her line of sight, returning her scowl stands Mack McKane with the Collateral Damage Championship draped over his shoulder. And flanking him in support stands Mattie Cormier. Alanah O'Connell, Jack Russow. Levi Russow, Slappy McGoo. Bella Madison, and to Star's surprise...Laura Phoenix.)
Mack McKane: Let's cut the bullocks, shall we. I don't like you. I think you're a shit owner and a worse human. You don't even go out of your WAY to hide your festering favoritism anymore. Don't think I didn’t catch that little huff when you handed me CHAMPION of the Year. And I know you can't stand me. I don't "fit" your image for this company. So here's what it is. You said you won't have anyone holding more than one championship at a time, yeah?
Star Stormz: Exactly. No double champions. Does this little intrusion have a point to make? I’m very busy and I don’t have time for any distractions, such as you and your opinions. Because frankly, I don’t give a rats ass what you think about me. I’m not here to make you guys on the roster like me. I’m here to run a business, and put on a show. So if you all will please exit my office…
(She looks back down to her paperwork, and uses her hand to “shoo” them away. Before she can even lift her pen...the Collateral Damage Championship flops on her desk.)
Mack McKane: Bought and delivered. Just like I proposed. I give up the Collateral Damage Championship...you give me what you KNOW I rightfully deserve. Since day one, you made me jump through hoops to prove myself. And I answered each challenge...EACH and EVERY time. There ain't a soul in this company what's been able to beat me yet. Yet I heard the "he doesn't deserve it" bullshit like I been hearing it my whole life. You been ducking me...I know it, YOU know it, everyone in this room knows it. You said there was ONE little detail keeping me from my shot...now it's on your desk. All I'm asking you for...is my chance.
(Star chuckled a little.)
Star Stormz: So, you think you can just storm into my office with your little “crew”, vacate the Collateral Damage Title, and just be HANDED a World Title shot? Are you straight up delusional? Do we need to drug test you?
Mack McKane: Handed? HANDED? I ain't been handed a DAMN thing. It's MY blood staining that ring, it's MY sweat, MY tears spilled to keep your bloody pissant investors pockets lined! To keep a troglodyte like YOU employed...HANDED!? You ask Heather Haze if I was handed TWO wins over her. Hell you ask ANYONE in that open challenge! Ask your bleedin' WORLD CHAMPION!!! YOU ASK THEM WHAT I WAS "HANDED"!!! So YES, Starzy, that's EXACTLY what I expect because that is EXACTLY what I'VE. EARNED. And you KNOW IT!!!
(She takes the Collateral Damage title and sets it off to the side)
Star Stomz: I tell ya what… I’ll think about it. Now please…
(She once more points to the door, urging them to leave)
Mack McKane: ...ya don't GET it, do you? I coulda come here alone, sure...we coulda hashed this out and I'd have gotten the same "I'll think about it" I always get. No, no...we're ALL here...because if you don't quit playing your little fookin' games trying to dance around giving me my due? Good fuckin' luck doin' a show without the biggest players on your fookin' roster. If I were you...I'd think quickly...cause it ain't that hard a question. We ain't leavin'...unless we're LEAVIN'. Savvy? I want the main event. AT the Pay-Per-View. FOR the Heavyweight title. How can you not see that Malachi vs McKane 2 is nothin'but money in your pocket!? Hell even the fans keeping up on Twitter would DIE to finally get McKane vs Makarios so SHE can't duck me anymore EITHER! Be REASONABLE Star!
Star Stormz: Let me get this straight… you storm my office, vacate a title, and demand a shot at a different one as the main event at a ppv no less… and then threaten me by saying that if I don’t give in to this ridiculous demand… you are all going to QUIT?
Mack McKane: Now ya got it.
(She surveys the room, seeing that every single face there was serious. )
Star Stormz: Fine.. FINE!
(She takes a deep breath and rubs her temples.)
Star Stormz: Against my better judgement… Demon’s Run, main event, Mack McKane will challenge whoever walks out tonight as the champion… Alexis Makarios or Malachi. Does this make you guys happy???
(There is a smattering of "YES!" and celebrations in the room, Mack simply closes his eyes and takes a deep breath before opening them and looking at Star sincerely.)
Mack McKane: ...Thank you. All I wanted...was my chance. We'll leave now.
(Before he turns, Mack kisses his fingers and presses them against the Collateral Damage Championship one last time as everyone files out of the room with Star and Laura having a bit of an intense moment staring at each other before Mack closes the door and Star collapses back in her chair. She grabs her phone and dials a number, quickly)
Star Stormz: Mihal… report to my office… NOW…
(She hangs up and throws her phone on the desk as the cameras cut to commercial.)
(Camera switches back to the stage and Bella stands there in a new outfit, this time a little leather and lace pantsuit.)
Bella Madison: Well the next award is coming up and it’s a particular favorite of mine. At this time please welcome PWS: Apex President of Operations, the one, the only Marcus Cage!
(Marcus Cage comes out from the back, waving to the fans. He adjusts his suit jacket as he steps up to the podium)
Marcus Cage: In this business, you fans tune in for many reasons. Sure, you watch for the great matches, the action… but the thing that keeps you coming back are the stories these people tell, the feuds that keep things interesting. The raw emotion, the pure hatred, even the craziness… that’s the big thing that keeps you guys coming back for more. I’ve been in my fair share of heated feuds, and it really elevates everything. So, let’s take a look at the nominees for Feud of the Year!
(The image with the nominees appears on the screen behind him.)
Marcus Cage: The nominees are… Alexis Makarios and Daniel Russow, Reverend Synister and The Family, Mack McKane and Heather Haze, and Manny Rodriguez and Amelia Emery. And your winner for 2019 Feud of the Year is…
(He opens the envelope.)
Marcus Cage: REVEREND SYNISTER AND THE FAMILY!!!
(The crowd erupts in an uproar. He claps as he takes a few steps back from the podium as…)
"KEEP YOUR HOPES UP HIGH AND YOUR HEAD DOWN LOW!!!"
("All I Want" by A Day To Remember hits the PA as Jack Russow comes out in full gear flanked by his father. They walk to the podium as the fans go wild. Levi takes the mic.)
Levi Russow: Once again...this isn't something I'm proud of. I just wanted to come out here for a second and say...how incredibly proud I am of all these kids. Jack, Alanah, Mack, Miles. Malachi...and of course Bella. I'll defer to the new generation and take my place in the backseat where I belong!
(Levi gives Jack a massive high as Jack takes the podium.)
Jack Russow: ...this year was easily...the best and worst of my life. I was blessed with a beautiful companion...the best squad of closest friends I could have ever asked for...but I had to watch the festering earworm of a deranged madman pervade my father's ear as he tried to kill...everyone I care about.
(The fans boo as Jack smiles and pumps his hand to calm them down.)
Jack Russow: But as you can see...in the new PWS...in OUR PWS...there ain't room for a sad sack snake oil salesman. There's no ROOM for a false prophet. And in the end...as we told you we would...we WO-
(Suddenly the screen statics and cuts to life with a montage of grotesque images like maggots in a corpse and skin and bones African tribesmen along with a mushroom cloud and the shower scene from Psycho and interlaced between them...the greatest hits of Reverend Synister and Levi Russow's attacks while "Devil Is Fine" by Zeal and Ardor plays until it all cuts out to show a dark silhouette with a deepened voice enhancer.)
Voice: Ohhhhh my chiiiildreeeeen...this war...is far from over...isn't it…
(The silhouette leans forward and we see a grotesque masked Reverend Synister.)
Reverend Synister: ...Mack...McKane.
(The scene hits static and dies as the lights come back on...Jack gives Levi a worried glance and Levi is seething. Without saying another word...they rush backstage.)
SINGLES MATCH
Jack Russow v Damon
(DING DING DING! The match starts and the two men lock up. Jack takes advantage quickly, laying into Damon. After a few minutes Damon shakes it off and takes back control of the match. It was at this time that "The Safety of Disbelief" by Light The Torch hit the speakers and Damon stopped dead in his tracks! He stared up at entrance ramp, waiting for Mike to show. At this time Jack grabs him from behind and rolls him up!)
1...2... KICKOUT!
(Damon managed to kick out. He keeps looking up towards the ramp while he continues the match. Jack continues to work him over, and it is obvious he is extremely distracted. Jack Russow hits a "Cut The Cord" and goes for the pin!)
1...2...3!!!
MEG: AND YOUR WINNER... JACK RUSSOW!
(The referee raises Jack's hand in victory. It was at this time the crowd popped and Michael O'Neil came running out! He slid into the ring and began to work over an already weakened Damon! Jack just slid out of the ring, holding his arms up in the air as if to say "not my problem" before heading to the back. On his way up the ramp, several members of security rush the ring to separate Michael from Damon as the cameras cut to commercial.)
WINNER= JACK RUSSOW
(As the scene changed to the backstage area, the cameras came upon the new PWS Apex World Champion Malachi, who was striding down the hallway with a smirk on his face and the title prominently displayed on his shoulder. He rounded a corner and came face to face with a stocky stone-faced man dressed in a suit.)
Man: Mr. Jacobs would like a word with you in his office.
(Malachi raised an eyebrow.)
Malachi: Oh, would he now? Well, you can tell daddy’s little princess that I’m busy at the moment. I’ve got an award to win and a title to retain.
(He attempted to go around the man, but was blocked when the man stepped in front of him.)
Man: That wasn’t a question.
(He clapped a meaty hand onto Malachi’s shoulder and started leading him down the hallway, stopping in front of a door bearing a plate that read Everett Jacobs - Executive Overseer. Malachi rolled his eyes as the bulked-up brute opened the door and all but shoved the champion inside. When Malachi came to a stop in front of the desk, Everett rose up from his chair, smoothing out his jacket and smiling at Mal, extending his hand. )
Everett Jacobs: Malachi, welcome! Thanks for stopping by.
Malachi (muttering under his breath): Not like I had much choice.
Everett Jacobs: I just wanted to congratulate you on behalf of the majority shareholders of PWS: Apex for your impressive victory at Last Rites. I apologize for not congratulating you in person at the show, but I was extremely busy that night.
Malachi: Yeah, busy changing your piss-soaked trousers, I imagine.
(Everett’s face flashed with annoyance for a second, before it smoothed out into his cocky grin.)
Everett Jacobs: Ah, there’s that biting wit I’ve heard so much about. One of the many things I like about you, champ.
(Mal gave another roll of his eyes.)
Malachi: Look, I know you didn’t have Magilla Gorilla over there drag me to your office for tea and polite conversation, so make your fuckin’ pitch, daddy’s boy. I got a title to retain.
(Everett cleared his throat.)
Everett Jacobs: Straight to the point. Another quality I admire in you. Look, I’ll make this brief. Our investors truly believe that having someone like…ahem, Mack McKane as the face of this company would be disastrous. Quite simply, he’s just not marketable. Someone like him wouldn’t be able to draw in the crowds like you would.
(Malachi raised an eyebrow, but stayed quiet.)
Everett Jacobs: Now, I know that you’ve been one of the hardest-working stars in this company, and I want to see you keep that belt for a good, long time as a way of showing my appreciation for all that you do around here. So, what do you say you and I form a little partnership? You scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours, you know?
(Mal blinked at him for a moment, before letting out a loud laugh.)
Malachi: Are you for real? You’re fuckin’ mental if you think I’m gonna jump to your side. You’re a fuckin’ tool who had to lock a girl in a room just to try and get some. Which...well, that didn’t exactly work out in your favour, did it? I may be an asshole, but I’m not some desperate predator.
(Everett clenched his jaw tightly.)
Everett Jacobs: Look, that’s...not the point. I’m trying to help you become the greatest champion this company has ever seen.
Malachi: Why? Because you’re an insecure prick who can’t stand the fact that the girl you’re stalking is with the guy who just so happens to be gunning for my title? And you want to make sure he doesn’t get his hands on it out of some petty vendetta you have against him? Am I getting warm, daddy’s boy?
(Mal got up in Everett’s face.)
Malachi: Listen, shitheel. I don’t need your help to keep this title or become the greatest champion this company has ever seen. So take your little offer and cram it.
(And with that, Mal turned on his heel and started for the door. The big man went to block his way, but Everett waved him off, and Mal stormed out of the room, slamming the door shut. With a scowl on his face, Everett picked up his phone from the desk and tapped the screen a few times before bringing it to his ear.)
Everett Jacobs: It didn’t exactly go as planned. He’s a bit more...stubborn than I anticipated. But trust me, one way or another, this will work out. You have my word.
(Camera switches back out on the stage as we see Bella looking up at the screen, this time rockin' a light blue flowing dress. She shakes her head and looks out to the crowd with a huge smile on her face.)
Bella Madison: So it’s time for our NEXT award and this one is indeed a special one. Our presenter really doesn’t need an introduction but that doesn’t mean it’s gonna stop me because she deserves it and so do you, New York. Please welcome multi-time PWS Champion, PWS Hall of Famer, and the General Manager of Riot. NYC give it up for my mom! LAURA PHOENIX!!!
(That all too familiar A-Flat chord blares as “Hell Yeah” by Rev Theory as the entire crowd in MSG comes to life for their hometown girl. She steps out on stage and you can tell it’s getting to her not to do her back and forth on the stage as the fans are bowing down to her. As the chorus hits she looks back at her daughter with a smile and with approval raises her fist high in the air to the delight of the crowd. She turns and hugs her daughter before making her way over to the podium.)
Laura Phoenix: Oh my GOD, NEW YORK! You are amazing!
(The crowd pops loudly once again.)
Laura Phoenix: I get this amazing honor of presenting the 2019 Match of the Year, mind you, we had so many amazing matches in 2019 but these 4 definitely helped define PWS: Apex. TWO of them were in the very last show of 2019. Everyone involved in these matches all deserve a huge round of applause.
(Laura leads the crowd in just that as the crowd adds in “THEY WERE AWESOME!”)
Laura Phoenix: And I know there are a few out there that are a little upset with us that none of these took place in the states but be happy to know that tonight begins an entire year of PWS: Apex touring North America but at least you all got to witness the greatness of all these matches and I personally cannot wait to see what happens in 2020. So with that being said...here are your nominees!
(Laura stops and looks at the screen and just laughs and sighs.)
Laura Phoenix: Ok, first of all, before we talk about these I gotta point something out and Phil you better hide when I get back there. Phil is our backup graphics guy when Spinelli is unable or too busy to do something. So there is a screw up on this....Alanah O’Connell and Miles Kasey II was NOT at Last Rites, it was at Dishonored. So sorry about that and Phil will be flogged as soon as I get my hands on him.
(The crowd laughs as Laura just looks at it and shakes her head.)
Laura Phoenix: OK, so besides Alanah vs. Miles from Dishonored, we also have Levi Russow vs. Jack Russow from Dishonored. One of the craziest matches I have ever had the privilege of helping put together the Mack McKane Open Challenge from Last Rites. AND the Last Rites main event, Alexis Makarios vs. Daniel Russow vs. Malachi in HELL IN A CELL!
(Laura grabs the envelope and opens it and smiles as she reads it.)
Laura Phoenix: And your winner for Match of the Year is… ALEXIS MAKARIOS vs DANIEL RUSSOW vs MALACHI IN A HELL IN A CELL AT LAST RITES!
(The crowd cheers as the three walk up and are each handed a trophy. Dan and Malachi both mouth “Ladies First” and motion to the podium. Alexis steps up and looks at her trophy.)
Alexis Makarios: Wow, to be a part of the greatest match of the year is a huge honor. Just knowing that you guys are enjoying what we do out there… well that’s why we do what we do. And I gotta say, even though we don’t exactly get along, it was amazing to work in the ring with these two lugs. Dan and I, we have quite a bit of history, and it really showed out there. This was my first go about with Malachi… and I’m looking forward to round two in tonight’s main event.
(She cleared her throat)
Alexis Makarios: But, back on subject. Thank you guys for this award. We would be nothing without each other, and without you fans. Again, thank you.
(She smiles and waves to the fans as she steps back.
Daniel Russow: Gonna keep this short and sweet so I don’t have to spend any more time up here with these people than I have to. Wanna thank you guys for the support. Without you guys, there would be no PWS, at least I know I sure as hell wouldn’t be here. The match was brutal, glad to see the recognition for what we put our bodies through. Thanks again, and NYC is the best! I’m out!
(Daniel waves to he crowd and walks off stage.)
Malachi: Like this was a surprise. I mean, did you really expect anything less than a match of the year performance when I was involved? To be honest, I’m surprised I’m not nominated twice in this category, with that almost literally killer match I had with Mack McKane that put me on the path straight to the top of this company.
(Mal smirks as he adjusts the title on his shoulder.)
Malachi: But it would make sense that the match I carried would end up being the match of the year. Let’s face it, if it had been just those two in the main event of Last Rites, the ratings would have been lower than Richard Rider’s chances in a brothel.
(A ripple of laughter went through the crowd.)
Malachi: And now, as I stand before you the PWS Apex champion that this company so rightly deserves and the Match of the Year winner, all I have to say is...you’re welcome.
(He takes a bow and goes backstage, the camera cutting to a backstage)
(The cameras catch up to Star’s office where she was talking to Mihal.)
Star Stormz: So you need to keep an extra security detail outside my office. I swear to god if what happened earlier happens again… there will be trouble. Do you understand me?
Mihal: Yes, I will get right on it.
Star Stomz: Good. You can go now.
(He turns and walks out, letting out an annoyed sigh as he walks out the door passing Laura Phoenix as she enters the room.)
Laura Phoenix: Well nice to see you’re out to piss everyone off tonight. I think we need to have a chat.
Star Stomz: Make it fast… I have a lot of work to do.
Laura Phoenix: What is your deal with Mack? That guy has been a consistent performer for PWS since he showed up. He has put his ass on the line for this company since he signed. And for you to do what you did tonight to him....after all we’ve been through together I cannot believe you would try to short him the one thing he rightfully deserves!
Star Stormz: What I did to him? Seriously, Laura? You KNOW everything I do is for a reason and I have a VERY good reason. And no, I don’t feel the need to share it with you. I am the co-owner of PWS:APEX and I will not have my motives questioned in my own office! First you call me out on Twitter, then you aide that ruffian in storming my office, and now you question my authority?
Laura Phoenix: You are co-owner, but you asked me to step up and help make sure that these shows you put on are the best. Mack is one of our best!
Star Stormz: That remains to be seen...
Laura Phoenix: I guess so, but I’m going to tell you right now, you stupidly somehow let that richy rich bitch Everette somehow buy into this company, he’s strutting around here like he owns the place and now this...I love PWS more than anything. You fuck up my main event for Demon’s Run and there will be MAJOR problems.
Star Stormz: If I feel it is not in the best interest of the company, I will “fuck up” - as you so kindly put it - whatever I feel necessary. I have been doing this kind of thing for a LONG time. I know what I am doing.
Laura Phoenix: I may not have been doing the whole management thing as long as you, but I have been on the opposite side dealing with things like this....and trust me when I say this: You fight it, and it will only get worse....for YOU.
(And without so much as another word Laura storms out for Star’s office and slams the door behind her. Star glares at the door as the camera fades and we go to commercial.)
(Bella steps out on stage this time in a red and black skirt and top and smiles)
Bella Madison: Ladies and Gentlemen, please welcome back to present our next award, COO Eddie Lopez!
(Eddie walks out again, this time in a different suit from what he had on earlier. It’s a red 3 piece designer suit worth a lot of money. The crowd once again cheers loudly for the legendary Mexico hall of fame superstar.)
Eddie Lopez: Quiet…. Quiet. We can’t go over this again. I got yelled at earlier for going over my allowed time!
(The fans laugh before cheering again for Eddie, a big smile grew on Eddie’s face again.)
Eddie Lopez: In this business, you get new wrestlers who pop up from time to time. You never know if they’re going to make it as a star or not. In my time, I’ve wrestled some rising stars but they fizzled out before they became anything relevant. Now, this next award goes to the youngest and the brightest we have around here. Some come from famous families, some come from nothing but in the end, it doesn’t matter where you come from, it’s how you make a name for yourself, and prove people wrong. Here are your nominees for Rising Star of the Year!
(Eddie looks at the nominees for it.)
Eddie: We have, Bella Madison, Heather Haze, Jack Russow and… Gracie Lopez…. How is she even on here? She’s already a star… 2 belts 400 days… just cause she didn’t win them here. What next they’re gonna say I never won belts elsewhere?
(Eddie realized that he mumbled all of that in front of the live crowd, and they start cheering. They know what Gracie’s past is. Eddie shakes his head to get his mind back into the ballgame here)
Eddie: And here are your winners…..
(Eddie opens the envelope and he looks up for a second.)
Eddie: Oh dear…. I don’t wanna have a Steve Harvey moment.
(Eddie reaches keep into his sports blazer before he pulls out a pair of reading glasses that he has to have now. His eyesight isn’t what it used to be when he was younger.)
Eddie: And the winner of the rising star award goes toooo….. Drum roll, please..
(A drum roll happens throughout the arena.)
Eddie Lopez: And the winner........is another tie. Ladies and gentlemen, the 2019 PWS Rising STARS of the Year, Heather Haze AND Bella Madison!
(“Shut Up” by New Years Day blares as Bella Madison steps out on stage looking surprised a bit as Eddie hugs her and hands it to her.)
Bella Madison: Well...I gotta sa-
(“I Wanna Be Bad” by Willa Ford then blasts over the speakers as Heather Haze steps out on stage in a beautiful evening gown, much to everyone’s surprise as it’s something that the APEX fans are not accustomed to see her wearing on a regular basis. She then struts down the stage, all smiles, and looking cocky than her usual self as Eddie goes to hug her, but she just shoves him to the side as she pulls Bella in an awkward hug, before snatching the award from her hand, and raising it like the holy grail!)
Heather Haze: Thank you! Thank you! You’re all too kind! I live to entertain you all….and let’s give it up for Bella!! Wooo!!
(Heather claps her hand in a mocking manner and then scowls at Bella..)
Heather Haze: Oh I am so sorry hun...did you have something to say??
(Bella steps up and stares for a moment before snatching the award that Eddie gave to her before it was so rudely pulled from her hands and then calmly grabs and places the other award that was on the podium in front of Heather.)
Bella Madison: Now that we got that out of the way, Miss Haze...I am actually shocked that this was even a tie. We all know what you did in 2019, bringing some of the most shocking moments in PWS history. BUT we all know that the only reason anyone is talking about you is ‘cause of my good buddy Mack and ....well...I don’t know if it’d be civilized to say the other. We are suppose to be professional here tonight.
(Heather somewhat nods her head, agreeing to what Bella was saying.)
Heather Haze: You’re absolutely right...we are supposed to be professionals here tonight. And I am just as shocked as you are that I am finally getting some recognition around here...I’m mean after all I did kill myself with Mack twice now...Every week I wrestle my all, baring my very flesh, my soul, my heart...my body all for the sake of giving the fans their money’s worth. So yeah I’m proud of what I have accomplished in my little time as the only female to ever hold the Collateral Damage Championship...at least I have a legit reason to win this award here tonight...and what exactly did you do to earn this hmmm?
(Heather glances her head sideways, tapping her finger to her lips like she was thinking long and hard until a lightbulb goes off in her head…)
Heather Haze: Oh that’s right the only reason you got this award was cause Levi almost set you on fire...Ha ha ha….Now that’s ‘shocking!’
Bella Madison: Ok, I see what you are trying to do but what I didn’t see you do was stand up to the Darkest Carnival or the most evil son of a bitch to ever grace PWS. I almost got murdered on world wide television after I had my very first match. I am the number one contender for the United Title and I didn’t need to act like a two bit whore. I mean, not knocking your accomplishments with what you did with the Collateral Damage Title. But do not underestimate what I did in 2019. I suggest you pay attention and realize that I am not one to back down to anyone. Especially stuck up, snobby little bitches like you.
(Heather stares down Bella, giving her a nasty look, but then smiles.)
Heather Haze: Oh you did get our attention alright...Wah wah look at me, look at me I got almost killed by a fat hillbilly surrounded with clowns wearing scary masks...oh wah wah I can’t get a match with Trina Roberts because she bailed from the company...oh wah wah woe is me...Seriously Bella all you are is just a whiny, entitled, brat. The only reason I get to share my moment with you is cause everyone feels ‘sorry’ for you. This whole thing is a sham because our little princess has been through so so much that we need to give her something that would lift up her spirits ...and hey having a super hot mom as the general manager helps too...nepotism much??
(Bella just shakes her head and glares at Heather.)
Bella Madison: My mother has NOTHING to do with this besides being our General Manager. My legacy of being the daughter of TWO Hall of Fame parents be damned. What happened to me last season MADE me into the currently UNDEFEATED number one contender for the NUMBER TWO championship in this company. Meanwhile you are nothing more than a FORMER champ that got her boobs stapled for her troubles while she was once again left laying in a pool of her blood, sweat and tears because Mack kicked your ass again. You wanna step to me after tonight, then bitch...bring it. Because NEW YORK knows, the world WILL know and so help me fucking God I will show you.
(Cheap pop for Bella comes over the crowd as Heather looks like she’s about to blow a gasket any second, but somehow willfully retains her calm demeanor.)
Heather Haze: You know what Bells? You ain’t worth shit to me. Better yet, you ain’t even worth my time or even this stupid award show. So why don’t you go on ahead and pander to all these idiots who buy into your ‘good girl’ act. Go right ahead. Suck up to them like only you can. In the meantime, I have a match to prepare for….so I suggest you watch and learn how’s it done when I beat your FORMER boyfriend in the middle of that ring...in fact I can’t wait to see Mack KILL your current boyfriend and leave him paralyzed from the neck down that he will NEVER able to get his dick up for you!
(Heather smiles smugly, doing everything she can to get under Bella’s skin…
‘I Wanna be Bad’ then blasts over the speakers as Heather then rips up her evening gown dress, revealing a scantily clad ring attire underneath as she then heads down to the ring, telling Bella to watch her. Bella just rolls eyes and flips her off as she makes her way to the back.)
(The show comes back from a commercial and the camera pans the ring area. The tron flickers to life with an image of Star Stormz)
Star Stormz: I promise I wont take up too much of your time. I just wanted to take a moment to inform you guys that the following match, the triple threat between Jinx, Miles Kasey, and Heather Haze, is going to now be for the VACANT COLLATERAL DAMAGE TITLE!!! Good luck to you three, have at it!
(The tron fades to black as the fans are cheering loudly. A stagehand comes out with the Collateral Damage Title and hands it to the referee.)
COLLATERAL DAMAGE CHAMPIONSHIP - TRIPLE THREAT MATCH
Jinx v Heather Haze v Miles Kasey
(Heather, Jinx, and Miles all look at each other in the middle of the ring. The bell rings - DING DING DING - Jinx and Heather go right for each other as Miles watches on, waiting for the right time. Heather takes control over Jinx and goes for a quick pin.)
1... KICKOUT!
(Jinx kicks out right away and looks at Heather who winks at her. Miles rushes over seeing the opportune time and dumps Heather over the top rope. Heather hits the ground hard. Miles tuns his attention to Jinx. The two fight back and forth for a few minutes, Miles keeping control for the most part. After a few minutes, Heather slides back in the ring with a baseball bat in hand! Miles doesn't see her as he attempts a pinfall on Jinx.)
1...2...
(Heather breaks up the pin with a baseball bat to the back of Miles!!!)
JR: Can she do that?
Alf: Of course she can! This is a Collateral Damage Title Match... and is a NO DQ match by default. She can do whatever she wants!!!
(Heather takes this advantage to go for a pin on Miles.)
1...2... KICKOUT!
(Miles kicks out, and writhes in pain holding his back. He rolls out of the ring and Heather focuses on Jinx. She stands over her and reaches down into her trunks seductivly, pulling out a pair of brass knuckles. She lifts Jinx to her feet and puts the knuckles on, punching Jinx right in the face. She looks out towards Miles and sees that he is getting up and starting to climb back into the ring! She hits him with teh knuckles quickly too, causing him to fall back out of the ring. She rushes over and pins Jinx!)
1...2...3!!!
Meg: AND YOUR WINNER AND NEW COLLATERAL DAMAGE CHAMPION ... HEATHER HAZE!!!
(Jinx is rolled out of the ring by trainers and checked on, Miles is being checked as well as he has some blood tricking down his temple from the hit. Heather holds the title up in the middle of the ring, proudly.)
WINNER= AND NEW COLLATERAL DAMAGE CHAMPION HEATHER HAZE
(We come back from commercial break as Bella stands behind the podium in a green dress shirt and black leather pants.)
Bella Madison: So this past year was a year of so many surprises including special guest appearances by some amazing people. Some shocking, some fun and some that made for some amazing moments. Here to present our next award, please welcome back the General Manager of Riot, Laura Phoenix!
(“Hell Yeah by Rev Theory blares once again as the fans stand and cheer as Laura walks across the stage towards the podium.)
Crowd: One More Match! One More Match! One More Match!
Laura Phoenix: Ahh, that’s enough of that....maybe someday but right now, I have a job I need to do and that is to present the Guest Appearance of the Year Award. And this particular award goes to an individual who is not under contract with PWS: Apex but made an amazing impact somewhere along the year. You gotta admit we had some pretty cool ones this year and here are the nominees.
Laura Phoenix: Dynamite, who made several appearances over the year! Always a crowd favorite, Slappy McGoo who perhaps made one of the coolest appearances ever but had several last year as well. Lachlan Kane, who was the ONLY outside roster member to step up in the Mack McKane Open Challenge at Last Rites and I so hope we see him again this year. AND then at Dishonored we have one of the most memorable moments in PWS History and she is my best friend and one hell of a woman, Emma Russow!
(Laura grabs up the envelope and holds it up)
Laura Phoenix: Take a deep breath....
(Drumroll happens)
Laura Phoenix: And your winner of Guest Appearance of the Year...EMMA RUSSOW!!!
("Wings of a Butterfly" by H.I.M hits the pa...but instead of the Matriarch of the Russow Family walking out, instead the PWS crowd is treated to their first meeting…
...with Levi and Emma's daughter, Rosie.
Rosie comes bursting through the curtain like an over-excited Diva blowing kisses and waving to the crowd as she makes her way to the podium and we hear a loud…
*AHEM*
A stage hand comes rushing from the back...with a step ladder. And young Rosie can finally reach the microphone as she snatches the trophy hugging it tightly.)
Rosie Russow: WE DID IT!!! I KNEW IT!!! I'M FINALLY A STAR!!! YOU LIKE US!!! YOU REALLY, REALLY LIKE US. OH YOU ARE ALL EVER SO PRECIOUS TO ME!!!
(Walking out from the curtain as little Rosie keeps gushing at the podium comes her mother who walks up and stands behind her with her arms crossed and raising her eyebrows in reaction to the imagination of her daughter. She finally clears her throat and Rosie turns around with a deer in the headlights look.)
Rosie Russow: Uhhh...and of COURSE...my BEAUTIMOUS mother dearest, HELLO my love!
(Emma busts out laughing as she scoops Rosie up and sets her on her hip.)
Emma Russow: ...in my defense...she gets it from her father.
(On cue, Levi comes rushing out grabbing Rosie and taking her backstage as she protests the whole way.)
Rosie Russow: FATHER NO!! PLEASE!! I BELONG HERE!!! MY FANS!!! MY ADORING PUBLIC!!!
(Emma chuckles waving bye to her as the fans laugh and chant "THAT WAS AWESOME!" before Emma turns back looking at her trophy.)
Emma Russow: Wow I...NEVER expected to be in a position to ever win one of these again. I was fine just being a stay-at-home mom...trying to keep my family together which...I gotta tell you...hasn't been the easiest this year. I had no intentions of making any appearances to warrant "Guest Appearance of the Year"...
(Emma suddenly closes her eyes and her face twists into a pained, angry expression as she opens her eyes again.)
Emma Russow: When I saw my husband...treating my Bella like he was...I was already perturbed. But when my Jack got involved...I saw where it was heading. And when you know it's coming you have...the hardest of choices to make. And I had to remind myself that, yes...I was a wife and a mommy now...I wasn't a fighter anymore. But just like any mama bear when one of her Cubs is in danger. I had to remind myself…
…I was a former Queen of the Ring...I was a former Vixxxens champion...but most of all?
... I was still Emma FUCKING Russow.
(The fans erupt with applause and raucous cheering with a chant of "PLEASE COME BACK!" "THANK YOU EMMA!" as she smiles warmly.)
Emma Russow: As most of you know...Jack, biologically, "isn't mine". But his mother was like a sister to me...and I was there the day he was born...the day we lost her. And I made a promise to her I'd never leave his side...I'd help Levi raise him like he was my own. And it was weird because I saw him and...he felt like mine. Levi and I never expected to fall in love but I was keeping my promise. So when Levi attacked…
...love him or not...don't fuck with my cub.
(The fans blow up as Jack Russow walks out wrapping Emma in a bear hug kissing her forehead.)
Jack Russow: Screw biology...you're my mama.
Emma Russow: And you're my not-so-little boy...forever. So I'd like to thank everyone that voted, and I'd like to thank my family and friends for the love and support! But like everyone else has repeated tonight...we can't do this without each and every one of you. We do this FOR you! So thank YOU! Have fun tonight, YOU deserve it!
(Emma blows a kiss as Jack holds out his arm and Emma takes it walking backstage arm in arm with him.)
(Alexis came out of her locker room and started to walk down the hall, when she heard a slow clap coming from in front of her. She looked up to see her friend and CEO of PWS Apex, David Shane, sitting upon some of the storage crates backstage. )
David Shane: If it isn’t the champion of the year! Can I get your autograph? A selfie? Come on dont leave me hanging here…
(She looked at him, not amused with his joking)
Alexis Makarios: Not now, David…
(David smirks then hops off the crates, walking towards her.)
David Shane: Fine, I see now why Star is losing her shit...You ducked my challenged once, I negotiated a second match and after Mack vacating his title and being granted the shot, he deserves...you’ve dodged me a second time...Are you really this scared of me, Red?
Alexis Makarios: Shut up...did you really get our match rescheduled?
(David smiled, then wiped it off as he stood in front of his friend)
David Shane: I spent about 3 hours in a meeting, waiting for my chance to request our match...but well that is time I wont get back.
(He lightly jabs her in the arm, then smiles putting up his fist and dancing around her.)
Alexis Makarios: I’m really not in the mood, David.
(David stopped, sighing in disappointment)
David Shane: why because of what Mack said? Lexi you defended your title and lost that night...he walked into the owners office and demanded a match against the World Champion...giving up his title...Who do you really think the fans respect more?
(she shook her head, then looked at him)
Alexis Makarios: It's not just his comments tonight, it's this whole situation. I wanted that match with you…
(She gets frustrated then goes to walk away but turns back to him.)
Alexis Makarios: Like... I don't even understand how people can say Star favors me when she cancels a match she already promised us, AFTER not even nominating me for Superstar of the Year, AND allowing Malachi - the man who STOLE the belt from me - to even be in that match…
(David stops her rant...he looks around at the crates letting out a sigh.)
David Shane: You know I wasn’t even invited here tonight, under any circumstances. The man that funded all of this...I put my entire savings on the line for this company...not only my money but James’ money...and I wasn’t even posted at the security check in as a possible arrival. If it wasn’t for the fact that I sign most these people’s checks, I wouldn’t be standing here right now
(She looks even more frustrated, she turns away then looks at him)
Alexis Makarios: You’re joking right? Why wouldn’t they invite you here?
David Shane: Of course I’m joking, Star was one of the only people to know I was still making the trip. Surprised the hell out of Eddie when I hit him with a Nerf dart, I should of known Marcus was packing...He had a Nerf gatling gun shooting me down the hallway and screaming like a damn banshee.
(He got her to laugh finally, as she seemed to relax some…but he could still see the stress on her.)
David Shane: You have to relax, and realize all of this is happening for a reason. Our match might never happen…
(She stopped him right there, cutting him off)
Alexis Makarios: I still plan to have that match with you…
David Shane: I know you do, but right now your focus is Malachi and regaining the World Title.
(There was a moment of silence, and again he could see her stress rising.)
Alexis Makarios: There’s a lot riding on this title match, you know James wants to start planning the wedding...He said I’m not distracted by being the champion...but if I win it back...Then What?
(He shakes his head in disbelief, before smiling at her with a slight laugh.)
David Shane: Are you doubting the Numbers Guy? He’s waited this long for you to plan the wedding...the hard part is done, you agreed to marry him. Now it's finding the right time
Alexis Makarios: If I win the title back, David, it could be another year if not longer till the next time it's “Perfect”…as he put it
David Shane: Champion or Not, Red...you will marry that man on the date you set… if you ever feel the need to share such information… speaking of which...
(David reached into his pocket and pulled out a letter in an envelope, and handed it to Alexis who started to open it. David stops her from reading the letter.)
David Shane: You know Red, about three years ago I got asked if I would do something by the man that loves you enough to wait this long. It’s hard to have to wait for the right time to do something important, but he wanted to make sure that your wedding, when it came, was perfect and memorable for you…
Alexis Makarios: What did he ask you to do?
(David motioned for her to open it. She looked at it and smiled looking up at David.)
David Shane: He asked me to officiate your wedding...So I guess that's one thing off your list.
Alexis Makarios: You got ordained just to marry us?
David Shane: Hey… if Joey can do it to marry Monica and Chandler, two of his best friends, why can’t I?
(She smiled and hugged him.)
Alexis Makarios: Thanks. I really needed this. I know it’s kinda lame to be upset over a shared award… or two… but I worked really hard last year. Guess I gotta just take a deep breath and enjoy the little things. You better get back to your VIP seats… you don’t want to miss a SECOND of my rematch.
(She handed him back the envelope, and grinned as she walked out of the camera shot)
(One more time, Bella stands on the stage and this time she rocks a very sleek black and silver evening gown.)
Bella Madison: Ok, I think I have may come close to setting a record tonight in the outfit changes. Mattie really outdid herself on this one though if I breathe out too much you may have to up the rating on this.
(The crowd laughs)
Bella Madison: It's time for our last award of the evening!
(The crowd cheers loudly)
Bella Madison: She started the show and she gets to finish it, please welcome back CEO and Co-Owner, Star Stormz!
(After Bella introduces her, Star comes out from the back and goes to the podium, looking extremely irritated. Once at the podium, she takes a deep breath, cracks her neck, and then smiles.)
Star Stormz: And it's time for our final award of the night. The biggest one, in many people's eyes. Superstar of the Year. It takes alot to be considered for this award, and these nominees are some of the best we have to offer. The nominees are Alanah O'Connell, Daniel Russow, Bella Madison...
(She paused for a moment and spoke much more bland.)
Star Stormz: And Mack McKane.
(The image of the award and the nominees appears on the screen behind her)
Star Stormz: And your winner and SUPERSTAR OF THE YEAR is…
(She opens the envelope and her expression instantly changes from excitement to annoyance as she speaks the name of the winner in an obvious, deflated tone.)
Star Stormz: Mack McKane…
"ALL OUR GODS HAVE ABANDONED US!!!"
("Nihlist" by Architects blasts over the sound system as a rather shocked and taken aback Mack steps out from behind the curtain and the fans are going absolutely mental. He walks up to the podium as Star, with a sour look on her face, holds out his trophy but as he reaches for it...it “drops” out of her hands and lands with a crash on the stage! Mack looks at her with a look of contempt as Star half-heartedly says…)
Star Stormz: Oops...butterfingers.
(Star literally storms past him through the curtain obviously pissed at the outcome and drowning in a sea of boo's as a humbled Mack McKane reaches down and picks up the trophy that has broken into two pieces. He lays them on the podium and looks around the arena as a massive "YOU DESERVE IT!" "THANK YOU MACK!" dueling chant strikes up. It was a good thing the cameras didn't get too close last they see the moisture in his eyes. He clears his voice as the fans finally calm to let him speak.)
Mack McKane: ...I-...I don't know what to say except…*exhausted laugh* you FOOKIN' LEGENDS!!!
(The fans erupt with the cheers and chants again as Mack stares at the broken trophy.)
Mack McKane: ...y'know in its own weird way, this is a bit better, innit? It's hard to think that if I hadn't been tapped by Jack to keep eyes out for Bella and Mal...you'd have never heard my name. You CERTAINLY wouldn't be seeing me standing here accepting the greatest award of the night. When I won the first one, that was one too many but you lot...I have never...felt the love...and the faith what you lot have had in me before in my life.
(The fans start the "YOU DESERVE IT!" chants again.)
Mack McKane: Where I came from...it was pretty obvious from the start...I weren't the kid what gets a happy ever after. I had to scrape and claw just to survive and now...oh God, listen to me babble on. Umm...I wanna thank the PWS Apex roster for being THE toughest lot in the game. I wanna thank Malachi for agreeing to face me in me first Deathmatch on live TV and putting both of us on the map...I'll see you again soon, ya crazy bastard. I wanna thank Heather Haze for being one of the strongest, toughest pains in my ass I've ever fought. Me lady might not like ya, but you'll always be aces with me, love.
(The fans laugh as Mack takes a deep breath.)
Mack McKane: ...And I have to thank the people who've kept me head above water. Me family. Alanah O'Connell...Bella Madison...Miles Kasey...and my brother, Jack Russow. Hell I have to thank the WHOLE Russow family for accepting another stray dog with no future and turning him into a purebred.
...not Levi, though, he was a right cunt this year.
(The fans burst with laughter as Mack chuckles himself and shrugs it off like "kinda kidding but also...you were")
Mack McKane: And lastly...I'm sure I'm forgetting about a dozen other people and I'm so sorry I'm a wee bit flustered. But I have to thank...whoever's created the universe, be it God or Buddha, whoever's ya believe in...I gotta thank them for bringing me my love...the light in my darkest days...Mattie Cormier. I could not...and WOULD not...be where I am without her love, friendship, and inspiration.
(Mack motions to the curtain and a sheepish Mattie comes out crying as she walks up and he puts his arm around her sharing a kiss.)
Mack McKane: 2019...was the best year o' me life. And I started it with nothin'. So what d'you reckon I'm gonna do in 2020 when I'm startin' with EVERYTHING!? WHATTYA SAY YA LEGENDS!? DEMONS RUN...I'M COMIN' FER YA!!! But until then? LET'S PARTY!!!
(Mack scoops Mattie up after she grabs his broken trophy and they kiss again before he stops with her in his arms soaking in another "YOU DESERVE IT! THANK YOU MACK!" chant. He nods in appreciation and disappears behind the curtain with Mattie in his arms.)
PWS:APEX WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP - SINGLES MATCH
Malachi (C) v Alexis Makarios
(The bell rings for the match to begin. Mal and Alexis lock up in the middle of the ring, Mal gets the upper hand in the early going of the match with a side headlock takedown, She keeps the hold hooking on until Alexis fought her way out of her. It wasn’t long before she slapped a side headlock of her own on Mal, 2 can play that game currently.)
Jr Freeman: What does Alexis have to do to get her belt back?
ALF: not this. Nobody ever wins when you try to one-up Mal. She’s falling into his trap.
(The match moves forward from the side headlock takeovers, Alexis is in charge of the match for the time being. She throws Mal into the far corner of the ring. She quickly ran towards him after he threw him towards the corner. By time Mal turned around, Alexis was right there with a shoulder into his stomach. Alexis throws him down on the ground before going for the first cover of the match.)
1……..
2………..
(Mal kicks out of the 2 count by throwing Alexis off of him.)
Alf: Too early in the match to be pinning like that, unless Alexis wanted to get it over with quick and leave.
Jr Freeman: That could be it. She wants her belt back and I guess she’s going to do whatever it takes to get it.
(Match moves forward from its opening stages and pinfall attempts, as it quickly goes to the outside of the ring. Alexis still has control of the match but not for long. Alexis tries to throw Mal into the steps, but Mal reversed it and threw Alexis shoulder first into the steps. They wrestle outside for a few minutes before it goes back to the ring, with Mal in charge. He works Alexis’ arm and shoulder area, the same one he threw into the ring steps.)
JR Freeman: Mal is trying to weaken that part of the body.
Alf: Smart thing to do. He also should go after the legs too. That way Alexis can’t hit her finisher on him, but arm works just as fine.
(Alexis finds a way to get out of the arm hold submission that Mal has on her, and she sends a thunderous chop across his chest. That chop sent shockwaves down Mal’s body, and he hunched over from it. The chop also echoed across the arena too and got a “oh” groin from the crowd. Alexis takes that time to get the advantage back on her side.)
Alf: One-armed Alexis in a dog fight, I don’t think it’ll last forever.
JR Freeman: She’s had worse injuries. She’s going to let a dead arm stop her from getting back what’s hers.
(Bath and forth the match goes, every time Mal gets some momentum going for him, Alexis fights back. It starts to anger Mal that he’s not dominating the match as he wants too, but Alexis doesn’t give a crap if he’s emotional or not. The emotion of the match starts to pick up as well, Mal doesn’t want it to lose the belt and Alexis doesn’t want to lose to someone like him.)
Jr Freeman: Look at these guys go, they’re just giving it their all.
Alf: But Alexis’ arm…
Jr Freeman: Nobody cares about her arm!
(Alexis ran towards Mal but that turned out to be a problem for her. He grabbed her and slammed her down shoulder first, wrenching on the arm as far as he could, making her scream in the process. But, she doesn’t tap out or even think about doing so, it’s not who she is. Her foot wiggles itself to the bottom rope and slithers on top of it like a snake, the ref breaks the hold. Alexis crawls herself to the nearest corner, but Mal comes after her. Alexis uses her good arm and forcefully throws him out of the ring to the arena floor. Alexis is quick to follow him to the floor. Alexis starts to slam his arm into the ringside barricade, just to make him feel the pain she’s in.)
JR Freeman: Arm for an arm right?
Alf: This is uncalled for. Criminal even!
Jr Freeman: Oh hush.
(Alexis’ temper starts to get the better of her as she tries to rip his arm off now by wrapping it around the ring post. Alexis finally lets go before rolling back into the ring to break the 10 count the ref had going. Alexis rolls out of the ring, but she takes an angry clothesline, she into the ring post. Now with his damaged arm to his side, Mal grabs Alexis by the hair and throws her into the ring.
Alf: Good!
Jr Freeman: Just going to turn on her like that huh?
Alf: Hey, she’s trying to hurt Mal!
Jr Freeman: …. I’m not getting into this.
(This back and forth match remains back and forth towards the end of the match, Mal tries to pin Alexis but she keeps kicking out at 2. No matter what move Mal puts on her, she kicks out. Mal grabs Alexis quickly after the last pin attempt, and hooks her into the Hair Trigger. Mal falls on top of her.)
1……….
2……….
3!
(Mal rolls away from Alexis, using the ropes to help him.)
Jr Freeman: Alexis never gave up in this match.
Alf: She should have.
Jr Freeman: Shut up.
WINNER= AND STILL PWS:APEX WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION MALACHI
(c) 2020 PWS: APEX
Laura Phoenix: 2019....was a banner year. PWS rises from the ashes and thus begins the era of APEX. We had some amazing moments, we saw some amazing moments. Debuts, returns, surprise appearances and the matches....
(Screen switches over to almost a fast montage of the matches seen in 2019.)
Laura Phoenix: We saw a whole new regime come in and that’s where things really began to pick up and when the last bell rang, the last rites were read on the era of one and the Era of Malice began.
(Screen switches and shows the final shot of Last Rites as Malachi stands tall atop the Hell in the Cell.)
Laura Phoenix: Tonight we honor the year that has gone and begin the next. It’s a new year, a new decade....and a New Era.
(She looks at the stool beside her.)
Laura Phoenix: And New York begins that era for us. This seat, it’s not for me. It’s for you, the fan. We invite you to relax, pull up a seat and enjoy the ride. Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to Riot: New Era!
(New Years Day “Shut Up” blares throughout the sound system)
Meg Reynolds: Ladies and Gentleman, please welcome tonights EmCee for the 2019 PWS Awards! NEW YORK CITY’S OWN, BELLA MADISON!!!!
(Bella steps out on stage, long blonde hair flowing wearing an all white dress looking almost like an angel as the crowd cheers loudly. She stops and takes it in as she is in her hometown before making her way to the podium she takes a deep breath before beginning to speak.)
Bella Madison: WHAT IS UP NEW YORK!
(The crowd cheers loudly as she laughs.)
Bella Madison: Well, I guess tonight, to make up for me not being booked to wrestle I have been given the dubious honor of hosting the inaugural PWS Awards! First of all before we get things underway, every outfit you see me in tonight have been designed and created by our wonderful seamstress, Mattie Comier!
(The crowd cheers)
Bella Madison: AND after tonight, minus maybe a few that I take home, they will all be auctioned off and the money raised from that will be donating to the Australia Wildfire Relief Fund and we also are accepting donations tonight as you are leaving the event so please, give and help those that were devastated by these fires.
(The crowd applauds as she sets herself.)
Bella Madison: So let’s get this crazy night going! First of all WELCOME to the first Riot of the year and yes we are also honoring the last year. SO without further ado, our first presenter is the Co-Owner and CEO of PWS: Apex, please welcome Star Stormz!!!
(After Bella introduces her, Star comes out from the back wearing a black pantsuit with a green shirt under it. She gets up to the podium and smiles.)
Star Stormz: Thank you, Bella.
(She looks out to the crowd)
Star Stormz: Tonight is a huge night for all of us. New year, new staff, NEW COMPANY basically. We have a lot of things in store for you tonight. And we are gonna kick things off with the Champion of the Year award! PWS: APEX Champions are a rare breed. The best of the best. The Gold Standard... if you will. The nominees for 2019 PWS:APEX Champion of the year are Alexis Makarios for the World Title, Miles Kasey for the United Title, and Mack McKane for the Collateral Damage Title.
(The image of the award and the nominees appears on the screen behind her)
Star Stormz: And your winner and Champion of the Year is....
(She opens the envelope and looks confused for a second.)
Star Stormz: …. Well, we have a tie! Alexis Makarios for World Champion! And Mack McKane for Collateral Damage Champion.
(Both Mack and Alexis come out from behind the curtain and head towards the podium. While they are on the way out, a stagehand brings two trophies to the podium. Star hands Mack his trophy with a bit of a huff, before turning to Alexis and smiling big, handing her her trophy and congratulating her and shaking her hand. Star stepped back and headed behind the curtain. Alexis looked at Mack, who motioned for her to go first.)
Alexis: Wow, thank you so much. It’s an honor to be seen as Champion of the Year. I worked hard to win, and defend, that World Title for the better part of the year. I and truly humbled that you guys enjoyed it. Even if I have to share the honor…
(She looked over at Mack for a moment.)
Alexis: Regardless, thank you all so much, and I will make the first step towards winning this again next year when I regain my title in the main event.
(She stepped back and motioned that she was done towards Mack.)
Mack: Well...I wont take up too much of yer time, like Alexis said it...its an honor for me to be standin' here at all. I know there are...certain parties...that would have rather I not been afforded the chance to BE in this position but I thank each and every one of you. YOU are the opinion I care about an' if she wants, Red here can have more time cause...she ain't standin' here next year. Know how I know?
(Mack undoes his coat and unhooked the Collateral Damage Championship holding it up looking at her with a wink.)
Mack: ...cause I know how to KEEP mine. Cheers!
(Mack slings his title over his shoulder and picks up his trophy leaving without saying a word to Alexis. Alexis scoffs a bit as she leaves as well. The cameras cut to a quick commercial)
TAG TEAM MATCH
Jennifer Carpenter-Lopez and Gracie Lopez v Miss Puppies and Richard Rider
(The match starts out with Jenn and Rider in the middle of the ring, with Puppies and Gracie in their appropriate corners. The bell rings and they lock up. Jenn tries to overpower Rider in the lock up, and he laughs at her, breaking the lock up. Jenn looks pissed and he just laughs. He sticks out his head and taps his cheek, giving her a chance for a free hit. She rolled her eyes and hauled off and sucker punched him!!! He falls onto his butt in the ring and looks horrified! Jenn and Gracie laugh. He crawls backwards and tags in Puppies! Puppies comes roaring in and uses her size to take advantage over Jenn!)
JR: That wasn't smart...
Alf: Jenn just made Rider look like a wimp.
JR: You mean Little Dicky...
Alf: Never say that again... please...
(Puppies maintains control for a minute or two before Jenn is able to take her off her feet and take advantage. She tags out to Gracie who comes in full of steam. She continues what Jenn started, not letting Puppies stay on her feet so she can't use her size advantage. Gracie and Jenn take turns tagging in and out rapidly, keeping themselves fresh in the match. Miss Puppies is getting worked over but manages to knock Gracie down long enough to make her way to the corner... and tagged out. Rider comes in and he and Gracie go back and forth for a few minutes. She sets him up for the Syle and Grace... but Puppies slides in and pushes Rider out of the way just in time, taking the full brunt of the attack! She rolls out of the ring and Rider looks on in shock. Gracie takes advantage and rolls him up...)
1...2...3!!!!
DING DING DING!!!
WINNERS= JENNIFER CARPENTER-LOPEZ AND GRACIE LOPEZ
(We come back from commercial, as Bella stands on the stage this time in a blue and white pants suit.)
Bella Madison: I cannot stress this enough, I should not even be out here to do the introduction to our next presenter because well...this next award I’m kinda on there a lot...so guys, our next presenter is indeed a Hall of Famer and a man that I have a load of respect for. Please welcome, PWS Chief Operating Officer, Eddie Lopez!
(“La Raza” starts to play on the PA system. When he does, the crowd has a MASSIVE pop, cuz they know who it is. Eddie Lopez steps out on stage, and the pop he had got even louder. Eddie steps up the podium, with the envelope in his hand.)
Crowd: One more match, one more match!
(All Eddie could do was smile. He knows it’ll take a lot to get him back into the ring if he decides he wants to do one more match, but for now, he’s staying retired because of his knees. He looks around the crowd at their smiling faces as well, it’s more like a welcome home for him too. He wrestled a lot at MSG in his days.)
Eddie: One more match huh? Never say never.
(The crowd starts chanting yes as they heard that. Eddie smiles again with a slight head shake. He still has them eating out of the palm of his hand.)
Eddie: Shhhh…. They have me timed here. I can’t be out forever!
(The crowd starts booing loudly.)
Eddie: I’m out here to present the OMG moment of the year. I’ve had a few of these moments in my career. From winning the World Championship that everyone doubted me to do to teaming with my daughter, but those were my moments. We’re not out here talking about those. For the past year, we’ve had some OMG moments in this brand. Take a look behind me and you’ll see who the Nominees are!
Eddie: Oh I gotta say em too? Fiiiiiiiine
(He grins)
Eddie: Bella Madison Debuts and attacks Levi Russow, Amelia Emery stripped of United Title, Star Stormz firing Manny Martinez and hiring Eddie Lopez, Laura Phoenix, and Marcus Cage, and Levi Russow and Reverend Synister attempt to burn Bella Madison alive...
(Eddie looks back at the envelope.)
Eddie: And we have a winner! Levi Russow and Syn set Bella on fire!
("Shut Up" by New Years Day hits the PA as Bella Madison comes walking out alone before turning around, snapping her fingers, and pointing to the ground beside her...like a scalded dog, Levi Russow comes walking out rubbing the back of his neck wincing like its awkward as they walk to the podium and Bella takes both trophies as Levi looks everywhere BUT at her. She clears her throat and he finally looks at her.)
Levi Russow: …okay but like, in MY defense…
Bella Madison: You tried. To light me. On FIRE.
Levi Russow: ...see what had HAPPENED was-
Bella Madison: I REALLY LIKED THAT OUTFIT BUT I COULDN'T GET THE GASOLINE SMELL OUT OF IT!!!
Levi Russow: I'M SORRY!!!
(The fans start a massive chant of "DIIIIICK MOVE! DIIIIIICK MOVE!" as Bella cheerlead them and Levi rolls his eyes.)
Levi Russow: I know, I know, I KNOW! Listen...I just came out here to PUBLICLY...take Bella's hand…
(Levi takes Bella's hand.)
Levi Russow: And say I am truly, immensely, greatly, and any other fitting adjectives you can think of...sorry. I'm sorry I lost my way again. I'm sorry I took it out on you. And I'm sorry I went along with that stupid plan you could have…
(Levi gets visibly upset he starts to tear up)
Levi Russow: You could have been disfigured...crippled...or even worse you could have...ah Bells you coulda DIED...and I'd have been responsible! So I'm here to start the first of a thousand apologies...to you…
(Levi turns and looks at the fans.)
Levi Russow: ...and to all of YOU for subjecting you to such horrors. Keep my trophy Bells...I don't need another reason to remember...to haunt me. I love you...and I am SO proud of you.
(Bella can’t help but tear up a little.)
Bella Madison: Ok, look...this moment, was something that no one will soon forget. We don’t need no damn award to remind us of what happened because that was just.....look it’s past. It’s all history now. I’m not gonna lie, I dared you to do something about it, I dared you to call me a whore to my face. Ya did it. What happened, put a definite interesting spin on the beginning of my career and if anything it proved an interesting point to you about Malachi.
Levi Russow: Indeed...kid was outmatched and outgunned but he was never gonna stop till he got to you. That earns him all the brownie points in my book. But give yourself massive credit...no matter what I did to you, you didn't back down...you thrived. I was still proud of you.
(Bella smiles and points at the necklace around her neck.)
Bella Madison: It’s what you guys taught me all along. Stay strong through no matter what this crazy ass business throws at us. This here, this is much more important to me than this stupid award. You are as close to me as if you were blood related. You are and always will be Uncle Levi, even when you were crazily brainwashed by a deranged psychopath. So you know what?
(Bella looks down at the award and chucks it off the side of the stage.)
Bella Madison: I don’t want it either. Getting you back, getting our family back was way too important and if that means almost dying to do it, then so be it.
Levi Russow: That's my girl.
(Levi chucks his off the stage too, they share a hug and wave to everybody as Levi puts an arm around her as they leave.)
(The cameras cut to the back, where Star Stomz is in her office. She was looking over some paperwork when she heard her office door open. She looked up and immediately scowled. Standing in her line of sight, returning her scowl stands Mack McKane with the Collateral Damage Championship draped over his shoulder. And flanking him in support stands Mattie Cormier. Alanah O'Connell, Jack Russow. Levi Russow, Slappy McGoo. Bella Madison, and to Star's surprise...Laura Phoenix.)
Mack McKane: Let's cut the bullocks, shall we. I don't like you. I think you're a shit owner and a worse human. You don't even go out of your WAY to hide your festering favoritism anymore. Don't think I didn’t catch that little huff when you handed me CHAMPION of the Year. And I know you can't stand me. I don't "fit" your image for this company. So here's what it is. You said you won't have anyone holding more than one championship at a time, yeah?
Star Stormz: Exactly. No double champions. Does this little intrusion have a point to make? I’m very busy and I don’t have time for any distractions, such as you and your opinions. Because frankly, I don’t give a rats ass what you think about me. I’m not here to make you guys on the roster like me. I’m here to run a business, and put on a show. So if you all will please exit my office…
(She looks back down to her paperwork, and uses her hand to “shoo” them away. Before she can even lift her pen...the Collateral Damage Championship flops on her desk.)
Mack McKane: Bought and delivered. Just like I proposed. I give up the Collateral Damage Championship...you give me what you KNOW I rightfully deserve. Since day one, you made me jump through hoops to prove myself. And I answered each challenge...EACH and EVERY time. There ain't a soul in this company what's been able to beat me yet. Yet I heard the "he doesn't deserve it" bullshit like I been hearing it my whole life. You been ducking me...I know it, YOU know it, everyone in this room knows it. You said there was ONE little detail keeping me from my shot...now it's on your desk. All I'm asking you for...is my chance.
(Star chuckled a little.)
Star Stormz: So, you think you can just storm into my office with your little “crew”, vacate the Collateral Damage Title, and just be HANDED a World Title shot? Are you straight up delusional? Do we need to drug test you?
Mack McKane: Handed? HANDED? I ain't been handed a DAMN thing. It's MY blood staining that ring, it's MY sweat, MY tears spilled to keep your bloody pissant investors pockets lined! To keep a troglodyte like YOU employed...HANDED!? You ask Heather Haze if I was handed TWO wins over her. Hell you ask ANYONE in that open challenge! Ask your bleedin' WORLD CHAMPION!!! YOU ASK THEM WHAT I WAS "HANDED"!!! So YES, Starzy, that's EXACTLY what I expect because that is EXACTLY what I'VE. EARNED. And you KNOW IT!!!
(She takes the Collateral Damage title and sets it off to the side)
Star Stomz: I tell ya what… I’ll think about it. Now please…
(She once more points to the door, urging them to leave)
Mack McKane: ...ya don't GET it, do you? I coulda come here alone, sure...we coulda hashed this out and I'd have gotten the same "I'll think about it" I always get. No, no...we're ALL here...because if you don't quit playing your little fookin' games trying to dance around giving me my due? Good fuckin' luck doin' a show without the biggest players on your fookin' roster. If I were you...I'd think quickly...cause it ain't that hard a question. We ain't leavin'...unless we're LEAVIN'. Savvy? I want the main event. AT the Pay-Per-View. FOR the Heavyweight title. How can you not see that Malachi vs McKane 2 is nothin'but money in your pocket!? Hell even the fans keeping up on Twitter would DIE to finally get McKane vs Makarios so SHE can't duck me anymore EITHER! Be REASONABLE Star!
Star Stormz: Let me get this straight… you storm my office, vacate a title, and demand a shot at a different one as the main event at a ppv no less… and then threaten me by saying that if I don’t give in to this ridiculous demand… you are all going to QUIT?
Mack McKane: Now ya got it.
(She surveys the room, seeing that every single face there was serious. )
Star Stormz: Fine.. FINE!
(She takes a deep breath and rubs her temples.)
Star Stormz: Against my better judgement… Demon’s Run, main event, Mack McKane will challenge whoever walks out tonight as the champion… Alexis Makarios or Malachi. Does this make you guys happy???
(There is a smattering of "YES!" and celebrations in the room, Mack simply closes his eyes and takes a deep breath before opening them and looking at Star sincerely.)
Mack McKane: ...Thank you. All I wanted...was my chance. We'll leave now.
(Before he turns, Mack kisses his fingers and presses them against the Collateral Damage Championship one last time as everyone files out of the room with Star and Laura having a bit of an intense moment staring at each other before Mack closes the door and Star collapses back in her chair. She grabs her phone and dials a number, quickly)
Star Stormz: Mihal… report to my office… NOW…
(She hangs up and throws her phone on the desk as the cameras cut to commercial.)
(Camera switches back to the stage and Bella stands there in a new outfit, this time a little leather and lace pantsuit.)
Bella Madison: Well the next award is coming up and it’s a particular favorite of mine. At this time please welcome PWS: Apex President of Operations, the one, the only Marcus Cage!
(Marcus Cage comes out from the back, waving to the fans. He adjusts his suit jacket as he steps up to the podium)
Marcus Cage: In this business, you fans tune in for many reasons. Sure, you watch for the great matches, the action… but the thing that keeps you coming back are the stories these people tell, the feuds that keep things interesting. The raw emotion, the pure hatred, even the craziness… that’s the big thing that keeps you guys coming back for more. I’ve been in my fair share of heated feuds, and it really elevates everything. So, let’s take a look at the nominees for Feud of the Year!
(The image with the nominees appears on the screen behind him.)
Marcus Cage: The nominees are… Alexis Makarios and Daniel Russow, Reverend Synister and The Family, Mack McKane and Heather Haze, and Manny Rodriguez and Amelia Emery. And your winner for 2019 Feud of the Year is…
(He opens the envelope.)
Marcus Cage: REVEREND SYNISTER AND THE FAMILY!!!
(The crowd erupts in an uproar. He claps as he takes a few steps back from the podium as…)
"KEEP YOUR HOPES UP HIGH AND YOUR HEAD DOWN LOW!!!"
("All I Want" by A Day To Remember hits the PA as Jack Russow comes out in full gear flanked by his father. They walk to the podium as the fans go wild. Levi takes the mic.)
Levi Russow: Once again...this isn't something I'm proud of. I just wanted to come out here for a second and say...how incredibly proud I am of all these kids. Jack, Alanah, Mack, Miles. Malachi...and of course Bella. I'll defer to the new generation and take my place in the backseat where I belong!
(Levi gives Jack a massive high as Jack takes the podium.)
Jack Russow: ...this year was easily...the best and worst of my life. I was blessed with a beautiful companion...the best squad of closest friends I could have ever asked for...but I had to watch the festering earworm of a deranged madman pervade my father's ear as he tried to kill...everyone I care about.
(The fans boo as Jack smiles and pumps his hand to calm them down.)
Jack Russow: But as you can see...in the new PWS...in OUR PWS...there ain't room for a sad sack snake oil salesman. There's no ROOM for a false prophet. And in the end...as we told you we would...we WO-
(Suddenly the screen statics and cuts to life with a montage of grotesque images like maggots in a corpse and skin and bones African tribesmen along with a mushroom cloud and the shower scene from Psycho and interlaced between them...the greatest hits of Reverend Synister and Levi Russow's attacks while "Devil Is Fine" by Zeal and Ardor plays until it all cuts out to show a dark silhouette with a deepened voice enhancer.)
Voice: Ohhhhh my chiiiildreeeeen...this war...is far from over...isn't it…
(The silhouette leans forward and we see a grotesque masked Reverend Synister.)
Reverend Synister: ...Mack...McKane.
(The scene hits static and dies as the lights come back on...Jack gives Levi a worried glance and Levi is seething. Without saying another word...they rush backstage.)
SINGLES MATCH
Jack Russow v Damon
(DING DING DING! The match starts and the two men lock up. Jack takes advantage quickly, laying into Damon. After a few minutes Damon shakes it off and takes back control of the match. It was at this time that "The Safety of Disbelief" by Light The Torch hit the speakers and Damon stopped dead in his tracks! He stared up at entrance ramp, waiting for Mike to show. At this time Jack grabs him from behind and rolls him up!)
1...2... KICKOUT!
(Damon managed to kick out. He keeps looking up towards the ramp while he continues the match. Jack continues to work him over, and it is obvious he is extremely distracted. Jack Russow hits a "Cut The Cord" and goes for the pin!)
1...2...3!!!
MEG: AND YOUR WINNER... JACK RUSSOW!
(The referee raises Jack's hand in victory. It was at this time the crowd popped and Michael O'Neil came running out! He slid into the ring and began to work over an already weakened Damon! Jack just slid out of the ring, holding his arms up in the air as if to say "not my problem" before heading to the back. On his way up the ramp, several members of security rush the ring to separate Michael from Damon as the cameras cut to commercial.)
WINNER= JACK RUSSOW
(As the scene changed to the backstage area, the cameras came upon the new PWS Apex World Champion Malachi, who was striding down the hallway with a smirk on his face and the title prominently displayed on his shoulder. He rounded a corner and came face to face with a stocky stone-faced man dressed in a suit.)
Man: Mr. Jacobs would like a word with you in his office.
(Malachi raised an eyebrow.)
Malachi: Oh, would he now? Well, you can tell daddy’s little princess that I’m busy at the moment. I’ve got an award to win and a title to retain.
(He attempted to go around the man, but was blocked when the man stepped in front of him.)
Man: That wasn’t a question.
(He clapped a meaty hand onto Malachi’s shoulder and started leading him down the hallway, stopping in front of a door bearing a plate that read Everett Jacobs - Executive Overseer. Malachi rolled his eyes as the bulked-up brute opened the door and all but shoved the champion inside. When Malachi came to a stop in front of the desk, Everett rose up from his chair, smoothing out his jacket and smiling at Mal, extending his hand. )
Everett Jacobs: Malachi, welcome! Thanks for stopping by.
Malachi (muttering under his breath): Not like I had much choice.
Everett Jacobs: I just wanted to congratulate you on behalf of the majority shareholders of PWS: Apex for your impressive victory at Last Rites. I apologize for not congratulating you in person at the show, but I was extremely busy that night.
Malachi: Yeah, busy changing your piss-soaked trousers, I imagine.
(Everett’s face flashed with annoyance for a second, before it smoothed out into his cocky grin.)
Everett Jacobs: Ah, there’s that biting wit I’ve heard so much about. One of the many things I like about you, champ.
(Mal gave another roll of his eyes.)
Malachi: Look, I know you didn’t have Magilla Gorilla over there drag me to your office for tea and polite conversation, so make your fuckin’ pitch, daddy’s boy. I got a title to retain.
(Everett cleared his throat.)
Everett Jacobs: Straight to the point. Another quality I admire in you. Look, I’ll make this brief. Our investors truly believe that having someone like…ahem, Mack McKane as the face of this company would be disastrous. Quite simply, he’s just not marketable. Someone like him wouldn’t be able to draw in the crowds like you would.
(Malachi raised an eyebrow, but stayed quiet.)
Everett Jacobs: Now, I know that you’ve been one of the hardest-working stars in this company, and I want to see you keep that belt for a good, long time as a way of showing my appreciation for all that you do around here. So, what do you say you and I form a little partnership? You scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours, you know?
(Mal blinked at him for a moment, before letting out a loud laugh.)
Malachi: Are you for real? You’re fuckin’ mental if you think I’m gonna jump to your side. You’re a fuckin’ tool who had to lock a girl in a room just to try and get some. Which...well, that didn’t exactly work out in your favour, did it? I may be an asshole, but I’m not some desperate predator.
(Everett clenched his jaw tightly.)
Everett Jacobs: Look, that’s...not the point. I’m trying to help you become the greatest champion this company has ever seen.
Malachi: Why? Because you’re an insecure prick who can’t stand the fact that the girl you’re stalking is with the guy who just so happens to be gunning for my title? And you want to make sure he doesn’t get his hands on it out of some petty vendetta you have against him? Am I getting warm, daddy’s boy?
(Mal got up in Everett’s face.)
Malachi: Listen, shitheel. I don’t need your help to keep this title or become the greatest champion this company has ever seen. So take your little offer and cram it.
(And with that, Mal turned on his heel and started for the door. The big man went to block his way, but Everett waved him off, and Mal stormed out of the room, slamming the door shut. With a scowl on his face, Everett picked up his phone from the desk and tapped the screen a few times before bringing it to his ear.)
Everett Jacobs: It didn’t exactly go as planned. He’s a bit more...stubborn than I anticipated. But trust me, one way or another, this will work out. You have my word.
(Camera switches back out on the stage as we see Bella looking up at the screen, this time rockin' a light blue flowing dress. She shakes her head and looks out to the crowd with a huge smile on her face.)
Bella Madison: So it’s time for our NEXT award and this one is indeed a special one. Our presenter really doesn’t need an introduction but that doesn’t mean it’s gonna stop me because she deserves it and so do you, New York. Please welcome multi-time PWS Champion, PWS Hall of Famer, and the General Manager of Riot. NYC give it up for my mom! LAURA PHOENIX!!!
(That all too familiar A-Flat chord blares as “Hell Yeah” by Rev Theory as the entire crowd in MSG comes to life for their hometown girl. She steps out on stage and you can tell it’s getting to her not to do her back and forth on the stage as the fans are bowing down to her. As the chorus hits she looks back at her daughter with a smile and with approval raises her fist high in the air to the delight of the crowd. She turns and hugs her daughter before making her way over to the podium.)
Laura Phoenix: Oh my GOD, NEW YORK! You are amazing!
(The crowd pops loudly once again.)
Laura Phoenix: I get this amazing honor of presenting the 2019 Match of the Year, mind you, we had so many amazing matches in 2019 but these 4 definitely helped define PWS: Apex. TWO of them were in the very last show of 2019. Everyone involved in these matches all deserve a huge round of applause.
(Laura leads the crowd in just that as the crowd adds in “THEY WERE AWESOME!”)
Laura Phoenix: And I know there are a few out there that are a little upset with us that none of these took place in the states but be happy to know that tonight begins an entire year of PWS: Apex touring North America but at least you all got to witness the greatness of all these matches and I personally cannot wait to see what happens in 2020. So with that being said...here are your nominees!
(Laura stops and looks at the screen and just laughs and sighs.)
Laura Phoenix: Ok, first of all, before we talk about these I gotta point something out and Phil you better hide when I get back there. Phil is our backup graphics guy when Spinelli is unable or too busy to do something. So there is a screw up on this....Alanah O’Connell and Miles Kasey II was NOT at Last Rites, it was at Dishonored. So sorry about that and Phil will be flogged as soon as I get my hands on him.
(The crowd laughs as Laura just looks at it and shakes her head.)
Laura Phoenix: OK, so besides Alanah vs. Miles from Dishonored, we also have Levi Russow vs. Jack Russow from Dishonored. One of the craziest matches I have ever had the privilege of helping put together the Mack McKane Open Challenge from Last Rites. AND the Last Rites main event, Alexis Makarios vs. Daniel Russow vs. Malachi in HELL IN A CELL!
(Laura grabs the envelope and opens it and smiles as she reads it.)
Laura Phoenix: And your winner for Match of the Year is… ALEXIS MAKARIOS vs DANIEL RUSSOW vs MALACHI IN A HELL IN A CELL AT LAST RITES!
(The crowd cheers as the three walk up and are each handed a trophy. Dan and Malachi both mouth “Ladies First” and motion to the podium. Alexis steps up and looks at her trophy.)
Alexis Makarios: Wow, to be a part of the greatest match of the year is a huge honor. Just knowing that you guys are enjoying what we do out there… well that’s why we do what we do. And I gotta say, even though we don’t exactly get along, it was amazing to work in the ring with these two lugs. Dan and I, we have quite a bit of history, and it really showed out there. This was my first go about with Malachi… and I’m looking forward to round two in tonight’s main event.
(She cleared her throat)
Alexis Makarios: But, back on subject. Thank you guys for this award. We would be nothing without each other, and without you fans. Again, thank you.
(She smiles and waves to the fans as she steps back.
Daniel Russow: Gonna keep this short and sweet so I don’t have to spend any more time up here with these people than I have to. Wanna thank you guys for the support. Without you guys, there would be no PWS, at least I know I sure as hell wouldn’t be here. The match was brutal, glad to see the recognition for what we put our bodies through. Thanks again, and NYC is the best! I’m out!
(Daniel waves to he crowd and walks off stage.)
Malachi: Like this was a surprise. I mean, did you really expect anything less than a match of the year performance when I was involved? To be honest, I’m surprised I’m not nominated twice in this category, with that almost literally killer match I had with Mack McKane that put me on the path straight to the top of this company.
(Mal smirks as he adjusts the title on his shoulder.)
Malachi: But it would make sense that the match I carried would end up being the match of the year. Let’s face it, if it had been just those two in the main event of Last Rites, the ratings would have been lower than Richard Rider’s chances in a brothel.
(A ripple of laughter went through the crowd.)
Malachi: And now, as I stand before you the PWS Apex champion that this company so rightly deserves and the Match of the Year winner, all I have to say is...you’re welcome.
(He takes a bow and goes backstage, the camera cutting to a backstage)
(The cameras catch up to Star’s office where she was talking to Mihal.)
Star Stormz: So you need to keep an extra security detail outside my office. I swear to god if what happened earlier happens again… there will be trouble. Do you understand me?
Mihal: Yes, I will get right on it.
Star Stomz: Good. You can go now.
(He turns and walks out, letting out an annoyed sigh as he walks out the door passing Laura Phoenix as she enters the room.)
Laura Phoenix: Well nice to see you’re out to piss everyone off tonight. I think we need to have a chat.
Star Stomz: Make it fast… I have a lot of work to do.
Laura Phoenix: What is your deal with Mack? That guy has been a consistent performer for PWS since he showed up. He has put his ass on the line for this company since he signed. And for you to do what you did tonight to him....after all we’ve been through together I cannot believe you would try to short him the one thing he rightfully deserves!
Star Stormz: What I did to him? Seriously, Laura? You KNOW everything I do is for a reason and I have a VERY good reason. And no, I don’t feel the need to share it with you. I am the co-owner of PWS:APEX and I will not have my motives questioned in my own office! First you call me out on Twitter, then you aide that ruffian in storming my office, and now you question my authority?
Laura Phoenix: You are co-owner, but you asked me to step up and help make sure that these shows you put on are the best. Mack is one of our best!
Star Stormz: That remains to be seen...
Laura Phoenix: I guess so, but I’m going to tell you right now, you stupidly somehow let that richy rich bitch Everette somehow buy into this company, he’s strutting around here like he owns the place and now this...I love PWS more than anything. You fuck up my main event for Demon’s Run and there will be MAJOR problems.
Star Stormz: If I feel it is not in the best interest of the company, I will “fuck up” - as you so kindly put it - whatever I feel necessary. I have been doing this kind of thing for a LONG time. I know what I am doing.
Laura Phoenix: I may not have been doing the whole management thing as long as you, but I have been on the opposite side dealing with things like this....and trust me when I say this: You fight it, and it will only get worse....for YOU.
(And without so much as another word Laura storms out for Star’s office and slams the door behind her. Star glares at the door as the camera fades and we go to commercial.)
(Bella steps out on stage this time in a red and black skirt and top and smiles)
Bella Madison: Ladies and Gentlemen, please welcome back to present our next award, COO Eddie Lopez!
(Eddie walks out again, this time in a different suit from what he had on earlier. It’s a red 3 piece designer suit worth a lot of money. The crowd once again cheers loudly for the legendary Mexico hall of fame superstar.)
Eddie Lopez: Quiet…. Quiet. We can’t go over this again. I got yelled at earlier for going over my allowed time!
(The fans laugh before cheering again for Eddie, a big smile grew on Eddie’s face again.)
Eddie Lopez: In this business, you get new wrestlers who pop up from time to time. You never know if they’re going to make it as a star or not. In my time, I’ve wrestled some rising stars but they fizzled out before they became anything relevant. Now, this next award goes to the youngest and the brightest we have around here. Some come from famous families, some come from nothing but in the end, it doesn’t matter where you come from, it’s how you make a name for yourself, and prove people wrong. Here are your nominees for Rising Star of the Year!
(Eddie looks at the nominees for it.)
Eddie: We have, Bella Madison, Heather Haze, Jack Russow and… Gracie Lopez…. How is she even on here? She’s already a star… 2 belts 400 days… just cause she didn’t win them here. What next they’re gonna say I never won belts elsewhere?
(Eddie realized that he mumbled all of that in front of the live crowd, and they start cheering. They know what Gracie’s past is. Eddie shakes his head to get his mind back into the ballgame here)
Eddie: And here are your winners…..
(Eddie opens the envelope and he looks up for a second.)
Eddie: Oh dear…. I don’t wanna have a Steve Harvey moment.
(Eddie reaches keep into his sports blazer before he pulls out a pair of reading glasses that he has to have now. His eyesight isn’t what it used to be when he was younger.)
Eddie: And the winner of the rising star award goes toooo….. Drum roll, please..
(A drum roll happens throughout the arena.)
Eddie Lopez: And the winner........is another tie. Ladies and gentlemen, the 2019 PWS Rising STARS of the Year, Heather Haze AND Bella Madison!
(“Shut Up” by New Years Day blares as Bella Madison steps out on stage looking surprised a bit as Eddie hugs her and hands it to her.)
Bella Madison: Well...I gotta sa-
(“I Wanna Be Bad” by Willa Ford then blasts over the speakers as Heather Haze steps out on stage in a beautiful evening gown, much to everyone’s surprise as it’s something that the APEX fans are not accustomed to see her wearing on a regular basis. She then struts down the stage, all smiles, and looking cocky than her usual self as Eddie goes to hug her, but she just shoves him to the side as she pulls Bella in an awkward hug, before snatching the award from her hand, and raising it like the holy grail!)
Heather Haze: Thank you! Thank you! You’re all too kind! I live to entertain you all….and let’s give it up for Bella!! Wooo!!
(Heather claps her hand in a mocking manner and then scowls at Bella..)
Heather Haze: Oh I am so sorry hun...did you have something to say??
(Bella steps up and stares for a moment before snatching the award that Eddie gave to her before it was so rudely pulled from her hands and then calmly grabs and places the other award that was on the podium in front of Heather.)
Bella Madison: Now that we got that out of the way, Miss Haze...I am actually shocked that this was even a tie. We all know what you did in 2019, bringing some of the most shocking moments in PWS history. BUT we all know that the only reason anyone is talking about you is ‘cause of my good buddy Mack and ....well...I don’t know if it’d be civilized to say the other. We are suppose to be professional here tonight.
(Heather somewhat nods her head, agreeing to what Bella was saying.)
Heather Haze: You’re absolutely right...we are supposed to be professionals here tonight. And I am just as shocked as you are that I am finally getting some recognition around here...I’m mean after all I did kill myself with Mack twice now...Every week I wrestle my all, baring my very flesh, my soul, my heart...my body all for the sake of giving the fans their money’s worth. So yeah I’m proud of what I have accomplished in my little time as the only female to ever hold the Collateral Damage Championship...at least I have a legit reason to win this award here tonight...and what exactly did you do to earn this hmmm?
(Heather glances her head sideways, tapping her finger to her lips like she was thinking long and hard until a lightbulb goes off in her head…)
Heather Haze: Oh that’s right the only reason you got this award was cause Levi almost set you on fire...Ha ha ha….Now that’s ‘shocking!’
Bella Madison: Ok, I see what you are trying to do but what I didn’t see you do was stand up to the Darkest Carnival or the most evil son of a bitch to ever grace PWS. I almost got murdered on world wide television after I had my very first match. I am the number one contender for the United Title and I didn’t need to act like a two bit whore. I mean, not knocking your accomplishments with what you did with the Collateral Damage Title. But do not underestimate what I did in 2019. I suggest you pay attention and realize that I am not one to back down to anyone. Especially stuck up, snobby little bitches like you.
(Heather stares down Bella, giving her a nasty look, but then smiles.)
Heather Haze: Oh you did get our attention alright...Wah wah look at me, look at me I got almost killed by a fat hillbilly surrounded with clowns wearing scary masks...oh wah wah I can’t get a match with Trina Roberts because she bailed from the company...oh wah wah woe is me...Seriously Bella all you are is just a whiny, entitled, brat. The only reason I get to share my moment with you is cause everyone feels ‘sorry’ for you. This whole thing is a sham because our little princess has been through so so much that we need to give her something that would lift up her spirits ...and hey having a super hot mom as the general manager helps too...nepotism much??
(Bella just shakes her head and glares at Heather.)
Bella Madison: My mother has NOTHING to do with this besides being our General Manager. My legacy of being the daughter of TWO Hall of Fame parents be damned. What happened to me last season MADE me into the currently UNDEFEATED number one contender for the NUMBER TWO championship in this company. Meanwhile you are nothing more than a FORMER champ that got her boobs stapled for her troubles while she was once again left laying in a pool of her blood, sweat and tears because Mack kicked your ass again. You wanna step to me after tonight, then bitch...bring it. Because NEW YORK knows, the world WILL know and so help me fucking God I will show you.
(Cheap pop for Bella comes over the crowd as Heather looks like she’s about to blow a gasket any second, but somehow willfully retains her calm demeanor.)
Heather Haze: You know what Bells? You ain’t worth shit to me. Better yet, you ain’t even worth my time or even this stupid award show. So why don’t you go on ahead and pander to all these idiots who buy into your ‘good girl’ act. Go right ahead. Suck up to them like only you can. In the meantime, I have a match to prepare for….so I suggest you watch and learn how’s it done when I beat your FORMER boyfriend in the middle of that ring...in fact I can’t wait to see Mack KILL your current boyfriend and leave him paralyzed from the neck down that he will NEVER able to get his dick up for you!
(Heather smiles smugly, doing everything she can to get under Bella’s skin…
‘I Wanna be Bad’ then blasts over the speakers as Heather then rips up her evening gown dress, revealing a scantily clad ring attire underneath as she then heads down to the ring, telling Bella to watch her. Bella just rolls eyes and flips her off as she makes her way to the back.)
(The show comes back from a commercial and the camera pans the ring area. The tron flickers to life with an image of Star Stormz)
Star Stormz: I promise I wont take up too much of your time. I just wanted to take a moment to inform you guys that the following match, the triple threat between Jinx, Miles Kasey, and Heather Haze, is going to now be for the VACANT COLLATERAL DAMAGE TITLE!!! Good luck to you three, have at it!
(The tron fades to black as the fans are cheering loudly. A stagehand comes out with the Collateral Damage Title and hands it to the referee.)
COLLATERAL DAMAGE CHAMPIONSHIP - TRIPLE THREAT MATCH
Jinx v Heather Haze v Miles Kasey
(Heather, Jinx, and Miles all look at each other in the middle of the ring. The bell rings - DING DING DING - Jinx and Heather go right for each other as Miles watches on, waiting for the right time. Heather takes control over Jinx and goes for a quick pin.)
1... KICKOUT!
(Jinx kicks out right away and looks at Heather who winks at her. Miles rushes over seeing the opportune time and dumps Heather over the top rope. Heather hits the ground hard. Miles tuns his attention to Jinx. The two fight back and forth for a few minutes, Miles keeping control for the most part. After a few minutes, Heather slides back in the ring with a baseball bat in hand! Miles doesn't see her as he attempts a pinfall on Jinx.)
1...2...
(Heather breaks up the pin with a baseball bat to the back of Miles!!!)
JR: Can she do that?
Alf: Of course she can! This is a Collateral Damage Title Match... and is a NO DQ match by default. She can do whatever she wants!!!
(Heather takes this advantage to go for a pin on Miles.)
1...2... KICKOUT!
(Miles kicks out, and writhes in pain holding his back. He rolls out of the ring and Heather focuses on Jinx. She stands over her and reaches down into her trunks seductivly, pulling out a pair of brass knuckles. She lifts Jinx to her feet and puts the knuckles on, punching Jinx right in the face. She looks out towards Miles and sees that he is getting up and starting to climb back into the ring! She hits him with teh knuckles quickly too, causing him to fall back out of the ring. She rushes over and pins Jinx!)
1...2...3!!!
Meg: AND YOUR WINNER AND NEW COLLATERAL DAMAGE CHAMPION ... HEATHER HAZE!!!
(Jinx is rolled out of the ring by trainers and checked on, Miles is being checked as well as he has some blood tricking down his temple from the hit. Heather holds the title up in the middle of the ring, proudly.)
WINNER= AND NEW COLLATERAL DAMAGE CHAMPION HEATHER HAZE
(We come back from commercial break as Bella stands behind the podium in a green dress shirt and black leather pants.)
Bella Madison: So this past year was a year of so many surprises including special guest appearances by some amazing people. Some shocking, some fun and some that made for some amazing moments. Here to present our next award, please welcome back the General Manager of Riot, Laura Phoenix!
(“Hell Yeah by Rev Theory blares once again as the fans stand and cheer as Laura walks across the stage towards the podium.)
Crowd: One More Match! One More Match! One More Match!
Laura Phoenix: Ahh, that’s enough of that....maybe someday but right now, I have a job I need to do and that is to present the Guest Appearance of the Year Award. And this particular award goes to an individual who is not under contract with PWS: Apex but made an amazing impact somewhere along the year. You gotta admit we had some pretty cool ones this year and here are the nominees.
Laura Phoenix: Dynamite, who made several appearances over the year! Always a crowd favorite, Slappy McGoo who perhaps made one of the coolest appearances ever but had several last year as well. Lachlan Kane, who was the ONLY outside roster member to step up in the Mack McKane Open Challenge at Last Rites and I so hope we see him again this year. AND then at Dishonored we have one of the most memorable moments in PWS History and she is my best friend and one hell of a woman, Emma Russow!
(Laura grabs up the envelope and holds it up)
Laura Phoenix: Take a deep breath....
(Drumroll happens)
Laura Phoenix: And your winner of Guest Appearance of the Year...EMMA RUSSOW!!!
("Wings of a Butterfly" by H.I.M hits the pa...but instead of the Matriarch of the Russow Family walking out, instead the PWS crowd is treated to their first meeting…
...with Levi and Emma's daughter, Rosie.
Rosie comes bursting through the curtain like an over-excited Diva blowing kisses and waving to the crowd as she makes her way to the podium and we hear a loud…
*AHEM*
A stage hand comes rushing from the back...with a step ladder. And young Rosie can finally reach the microphone as she snatches the trophy hugging it tightly.)
Rosie Russow: WE DID IT!!! I KNEW IT!!! I'M FINALLY A STAR!!! YOU LIKE US!!! YOU REALLY, REALLY LIKE US. OH YOU ARE ALL EVER SO PRECIOUS TO ME!!!
(Walking out from the curtain as little Rosie keeps gushing at the podium comes her mother who walks up and stands behind her with her arms crossed and raising her eyebrows in reaction to the imagination of her daughter. She finally clears her throat and Rosie turns around with a deer in the headlights look.)
Rosie Russow: Uhhh...and of COURSE...my BEAUTIMOUS mother dearest, HELLO my love!
(Emma busts out laughing as she scoops Rosie up and sets her on her hip.)
Emma Russow: ...in my defense...she gets it from her father.
(On cue, Levi comes rushing out grabbing Rosie and taking her backstage as she protests the whole way.)
Rosie Russow: FATHER NO!! PLEASE!! I BELONG HERE!!! MY FANS!!! MY ADORING PUBLIC!!!
(Emma chuckles waving bye to her as the fans laugh and chant "THAT WAS AWESOME!" before Emma turns back looking at her trophy.)
Emma Russow: Wow I...NEVER expected to be in a position to ever win one of these again. I was fine just being a stay-at-home mom...trying to keep my family together which...I gotta tell you...hasn't been the easiest this year. I had no intentions of making any appearances to warrant "Guest Appearance of the Year"...
(Emma suddenly closes her eyes and her face twists into a pained, angry expression as she opens her eyes again.)
Emma Russow: When I saw my husband...treating my Bella like he was...I was already perturbed. But when my Jack got involved...I saw where it was heading. And when you know it's coming you have...the hardest of choices to make. And I had to remind myself that, yes...I was a wife and a mommy now...I wasn't a fighter anymore. But just like any mama bear when one of her Cubs is in danger. I had to remind myself…
…I was a former Queen of the Ring...I was a former Vixxxens champion...but most of all?
... I was still Emma FUCKING Russow.
(The fans erupt with applause and raucous cheering with a chant of "PLEASE COME BACK!" "THANK YOU EMMA!" as she smiles warmly.)
Emma Russow: As most of you know...Jack, biologically, "isn't mine". But his mother was like a sister to me...and I was there the day he was born...the day we lost her. And I made a promise to her I'd never leave his side...I'd help Levi raise him like he was my own. And it was weird because I saw him and...he felt like mine. Levi and I never expected to fall in love but I was keeping my promise. So when Levi attacked…
...love him or not...don't fuck with my cub.
(The fans blow up as Jack Russow walks out wrapping Emma in a bear hug kissing her forehead.)
Jack Russow: Screw biology...you're my mama.
Emma Russow: And you're my not-so-little boy...forever. So I'd like to thank everyone that voted, and I'd like to thank my family and friends for the love and support! But like everyone else has repeated tonight...we can't do this without each and every one of you. We do this FOR you! So thank YOU! Have fun tonight, YOU deserve it!
(Emma blows a kiss as Jack holds out his arm and Emma takes it walking backstage arm in arm with him.)
(Alexis came out of her locker room and started to walk down the hall, when she heard a slow clap coming from in front of her. She looked up to see her friend and CEO of PWS Apex, David Shane, sitting upon some of the storage crates backstage. )
David Shane: If it isn’t the champion of the year! Can I get your autograph? A selfie? Come on dont leave me hanging here…
(She looked at him, not amused with his joking)
Alexis Makarios: Not now, David…
(David smirks then hops off the crates, walking towards her.)
David Shane: Fine, I see now why Star is losing her shit...You ducked my challenged once, I negotiated a second match and after Mack vacating his title and being granted the shot, he deserves...you’ve dodged me a second time...Are you really this scared of me, Red?
Alexis Makarios: Shut up...did you really get our match rescheduled?
(David smiled, then wiped it off as he stood in front of his friend)
David Shane: I spent about 3 hours in a meeting, waiting for my chance to request our match...but well that is time I wont get back.
(He lightly jabs her in the arm, then smiles putting up his fist and dancing around her.)
Alexis Makarios: I’m really not in the mood, David.
(David stopped, sighing in disappointment)
David Shane: why because of what Mack said? Lexi you defended your title and lost that night...he walked into the owners office and demanded a match against the World Champion...giving up his title...Who do you really think the fans respect more?
(she shook her head, then looked at him)
Alexis Makarios: It's not just his comments tonight, it's this whole situation. I wanted that match with you…
(She gets frustrated then goes to walk away but turns back to him.)
Alexis Makarios: Like... I don't even understand how people can say Star favors me when she cancels a match she already promised us, AFTER not even nominating me for Superstar of the Year, AND allowing Malachi - the man who STOLE the belt from me - to even be in that match…
(David stops her rant...he looks around at the crates letting out a sigh.)
David Shane: You know I wasn’t even invited here tonight, under any circumstances. The man that funded all of this...I put my entire savings on the line for this company...not only my money but James’ money...and I wasn’t even posted at the security check in as a possible arrival. If it wasn’t for the fact that I sign most these people’s checks, I wouldn’t be standing here right now
(She looks even more frustrated, she turns away then looks at him)
Alexis Makarios: You’re joking right? Why wouldn’t they invite you here?
David Shane: Of course I’m joking, Star was one of the only people to know I was still making the trip. Surprised the hell out of Eddie when I hit him with a Nerf dart, I should of known Marcus was packing...He had a Nerf gatling gun shooting me down the hallway and screaming like a damn banshee.
(He got her to laugh finally, as she seemed to relax some…but he could still see the stress on her.)
David Shane: You have to relax, and realize all of this is happening for a reason. Our match might never happen…
(She stopped him right there, cutting him off)
Alexis Makarios: I still plan to have that match with you…
David Shane: I know you do, but right now your focus is Malachi and regaining the World Title.
(There was a moment of silence, and again he could see her stress rising.)
Alexis Makarios: There’s a lot riding on this title match, you know James wants to start planning the wedding...He said I’m not distracted by being the champion...but if I win it back...Then What?
(He shakes his head in disbelief, before smiling at her with a slight laugh.)
David Shane: Are you doubting the Numbers Guy? He’s waited this long for you to plan the wedding...the hard part is done, you agreed to marry him. Now it's finding the right time
Alexis Makarios: If I win the title back, David, it could be another year if not longer till the next time it's “Perfect”…as he put it
David Shane: Champion or Not, Red...you will marry that man on the date you set… if you ever feel the need to share such information… speaking of which...
(David reached into his pocket and pulled out a letter in an envelope, and handed it to Alexis who started to open it. David stops her from reading the letter.)
David Shane: You know Red, about three years ago I got asked if I would do something by the man that loves you enough to wait this long. It’s hard to have to wait for the right time to do something important, but he wanted to make sure that your wedding, when it came, was perfect and memorable for you…
Alexis Makarios: What did he ask you to do?
(David motioned for her to open it. She looked at it and smiled looking up at David.)
David Shane: He asked me to officiate your wedding...So I guess that's one thing off your list.
Alexis Makarios: You got ordained just to marry us?
David Shane: Hey… if Joey can do it to marry Monica and Chandler, two of his best friends, why can’t I?
(She smiled and hugged him.)
Alexis Makarios: Thanks. I really needed this. I know it’s kinda lame to be upset over a shared award… or two… but I worked really hard last year. Guess I gotta just take a deep breath and enjoy the little things. You better get back to your VIP seats… you don’t want to miss a SECOND of my rematch.
(She handed him back the envelope, and grinned as she walked out of the camera shot)
(One more time, Bella stands on the stage and this time she rocks a very sleek black and silver evening gown.)
Bella Madison: Ok, I think I have may come close to setting a record tonight in the outfit changes. Mattie really outdid herself on this one though if I breathe out too much you may have to up the rating on this.
(The crowd laughs)
Bella Madison: It's time for our last award of the evening!
(The crowd cheers loudly)
Bella Madison: She started the show and she gets to finish it, please welcome back CEO and Co-Owner, Star Stormz!
(After Bella introduces her, Star comes out from the back and goes to the podium, looking extremely irritated. Once at the podium, she takes a deep breath, cracks her neck, and then smiles.)
Star Stormz: And it's time for our final award of the night. The biggest one, in many people's eyes. Superstar of the Year. It takes alot to be considered for this award, and these nominees are some of the best we have to offer. The nominees are Alanah O'Connell, Daniel Russow, Bella Madison...
(She paused for a moment and spoke much more bland.)
Star Stormz: And Mack McKane.
(The image of the award and the nominees appears on the screen behind her)
Star Stormz: And your winner and SUPERSTAR OF THE YEAR is…
(She opens the envelope and her expression instantly changes from excitement to annoyance as she speaks the name of the winner in an obvious, deflated tone.)
Star Stormz: Mack McKane…
"ALL OUR GODS HAVE ABANDONED US!!!"
("Nihlist" by Architects blasts over the sound system as a rather shocked and taken aback Mack steps out from behind the curtain and the fans are going absolutely mental. He walks up to the podium as Star, with a sour look on her face, holds out his trophy but as he reaches for it...it “drops” out of her hands and lands with a crash on the stage! Mack looks at her with a look of contempt as Star half-heartedly says…)
Star Stormz: Oops...butterfingers.
(Star literally storms past him through the curtain obviously pissed at the outcome and drowning in a sea of boo's as a humbled Mack McKane reaches down and picks up the trophy that has broken into two pieces. He lays them on the podium and looks around the arena as a massive "YOU DESERVE IT!" "THANK YOU MACK!" dueling chant strikes up. It was a good thing the cameras didn't get too close last they see the moisture in his eyes. He clears his voice as the fans finally calm to let him speak.)
Mack McKane: ...I-...I don't know what to say except…*exhausted laugh* you FOOKIN' LEGENDS!!!
(The fans erupt with the cheers and chants again as Mack stares at the broken trophy.)
Mack McKane: ...y'know in its own weird way, this is a bit better, innit? It's hard to think that if I hadn't been tapped by Jack to keep eyes out for Bella and Mal...you'd have never heard my name. You CERTAINLY wouldn't be seeing me standing here accepting the greatest award of the night. When I won the first one, that was one too many but you lot...I have never...felt the love...and the faith what you lot have had in me before in my life.
(The fans start the "YOU DESERVE IT!" chants again.)
Mack McKane: Where I came from...it was pretty obvious from the start...I weren't the kid what gets a happy ever after. I had to scrape and claw just to survive and now...oh God, listen to me babble on. Umm...I wanna thank the PWS Apex roster for being THE toughest lot in the game. I wanna thank Malachi for agreeing to face me in me first Deathmatch on live TV and putting both of us on the map...I'll see you again soon, ya crazy bastard. I wanna thank Heather Haze for being one of the strongest, toughest pains in my ass I've ever fought. Me lady might not like ya, but you'll always be aces with me, love.
(The fans laugh as Mack takes a deep breath.)
Mack McKane: ...And I have to thank the people who've kept me head above water. Me family. Alanah O'Connell...Bella Madison...Miles Kasey...and my brother, Jack Russow. Hell I have to thank the WHOLE Russow family for accepting another stray dog with no future and turning him into a purebred.
...not Levi, though, he was a right cunt this year.
(The fans burst with laughter as Mack chuckles himself and shrugs it off like "kinda kidding but also...you were")
Mack McKane: And lastly...I'm sure I'm forgetting about a dozen other people and I'm so sorry I'm a wee bit flustered. But I have to thank...whoever's created the universe, be it God or Buddha, whoever's ya believe in...I gotta thank them for bringing me my love...the light in my darkest days...Mattie Cormier. I could not...and WOULD not...be where I am without her love, friendship, and inspiration.
(Mack motions to the curtain and a sheepish Mattie comes out crying as she walks up and he puts his arm around her sharing a kiss.)
Mack McKane: 2019...was the best year o' me life. And I started it with nothin'. So what d'you reckon I'm gonna do in 2020 when I'm startin' with EVERYTHING!? WHATTYA SAY YA LEGENDS!? DEMONS RUN...I'M COMIN' FER YA!!! But until then? LET'S PARTY!!!
(Mack scoops Mattie up after she grabs his broken trophy and they kiss again before he stops with her in his arms soaking in another "YOU DESERVE IT! THANK YOU MACK!" chant. He nods in appreciation and disappears behind the curtain with Mattie in his arms.)
PWS:APEX WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP - SINGLES MATCH
Malachi (C) v Alexis Makarios
(The bell rings for the match to begin. Mal and Alexis lock up in the middle of the ring, Mal gets the upper hand in the early going of the match with a side headlock takedown, She keeps the hold hooking on until Alexis fought her way out of her. It wasn’t long before she slapped a side headlock of her own on Mal, 2 can play that game currently.)
Jr Freeman: What does Alexis have to do to get her belt back?
ALF: not this. Nobody ever wins when you try to one-up Mal. She’s falling into his trap.
(The match moves forward from the side headlock takeovers, Alexis is in charge of the match for the time being. She throws Mal into the far corner of the ring. She quickly ran towards him after he threw him towards the corner. By time Mal turned around, Alexis was right there with a shoulder into his stomach. Alexis throws him down on the ground before going for the first cover of the match.)
1……..
2………..
(Mal kicks out of the 2 count by throwing Alexis off of him.)
Alf: Too early in the match to be pinning like that, unless Alexis wanted to get it over with quick and leave.
Jr Freeman: That could be it. She wants her belt back and I guess she’s going to do whatever it takes to get it.
(Match moves forward from its opening stages and pinfall attempts, as it quickly goes to the outside of the ring. Alexis still has control of the match but not for long. Alexis tries to throw Mal into the steps, but Mal reversed it and threw Alexis shoulder first into the steps. They wrestle outside for a few minutes before it goes back to the ring, with Mal in charge. He works Alexis’ arm and shoulder area, the same one he threw into the ring steps.)
JR Freeman: Mal is trying to weaken that part of the body.
Alf: Smart thing to do. He also should go after the legs too. That way Alexis can’t hit her finisher on him, but arm works just as fine.
(Alexis finds a way to get out of the arm hold submission that Mal has on her, and she sends a thunderous chop across his chest. That chop sent shockwaves down Mal’s body, and he hunched over from it. The chop also echoed across the arena too and got a “oh” groin from the crowd. Alexis takes that time to get the advantage back on her side.)
Alf: One-armed Alexis in a dog fight, I don’t think it’ll last forever.
JR Freeman: She’s had worse injuries. She’s going to let a dead arm stop her from getting back what’s hers.
(Bath and forth the match goes, every time Mal gets some momentum going for him, Alexis fights back. It starts to anger Mal that he’s not dominating the match as he wants too, but Alexis doesn’t give a crap if he’s emotional or not. The emotion of the match starts to pick up as well, Mal doesn’t want it to lose the belt and Alexis doesn’t want to lose to someone like him.)
Jr Freeman: Look at these guys go, they’re just giving it their all.
Alf: But Alexis’ arm…
Jr Freeman: Nobody cares about her arm!
(Alexis ran towards Mal but that turned out to be a problem for her. He grabbed her and slammed her down shoulder first, wrenching on the arm as far as he could, making her scream in the process. But, she doesn’t tap out or even think about doing so, it’s not who she is. Her foot wiggles itself to the bottom rope and slithers on top of it like a snake, the ref breaks the hold. Alexis crawls herself to the nearest corner, but Mal comes after her. Alexis uses her good arm and forcefully throws him out of the ring to the arena floor. Alexis is quick to follow him to the floor. Alexis starts to slam his arm into the ringside barricade, just to make him feel the pain she’s in.)
JR Freeman: Arm for an arm right?
Alf: This is uncalled for. Criminal even!
Jr Freeman: Oh hush.
(Alexis’ temper starts to get the better of her as she tries to rip his arm off now by wrapping it around the ring post. Alexis finally lets go before rolling back into the ring to break the 10 count the ref had going. Alexis rolls out of the ring, but she takes an angry clothesline, she into the ring post. Now with his damaged arm to his side, Mal grabs Alexis by the hair and throws her into the ring.
Alf: Good!
Jr Freeman: Just going to turn on her like that huh?
Alf: Hey, she’s trying to hurt Mal!
Jr Freeman: …. I’m not getting into this.
(This back and forth match remains back and forth towards the end of the match, Mal tries to pin Alexis but she keeps kicking out at 2. No matter what move Mal puts on her, she kicks out. Mal grabs Alexis quickly after the last pin attempt, and hooks her into the Hair Trigger. Mal falls on top of her.)
1……….
2……….
3!
(Mal rolls away from Alexis, using the ropes to help him.)
Jr Freeman: Alexis never gave up in this match.
Alf: She should have.
Jr Freeman: Shut up.
WINNER= AND STILL PWS:APEX WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION MALACHI
(c) 2020 PWS: APEX