Post by REVIVAL on Oct 4, 2012 20:18:53 GMT -5
[Outside of the United Center minutes after cameras begin rolling for the night][/color]
Once again, the REVIVAL nation finds itself under protest from the animal rights activists known simply as "PETA". With signs reading "DOG KILLERS", "DOWN WITH HESSINGSTOCK", and the overtly long "WHAT DO WE WANT? - REVIVAL OFF THE AIR! WHEN DO WE WANT IT? - NOW! WHY DO WE WANT IT? - BECAUSE THEY KILL DOGS!" Police and security forces seperate them to maintain the peace as the cameras pan back into the building as VIOLENCE comes on the air...
A bass line begins over the PA system as the lights dim within the arena, the crowd all standing from their seats with a massive ovation. Drums kick in over the bass, with then a couple of guitar strums joining in. A small shred on the guitar begins before lyrics.
"Enemies" by Shinedown continues to play over the system as videos of the talent in other places continues to play over the tron screen. The camera cuts to the announce booth where a punk-adorned female sits next to an orange and black clad sleaze ball...
Richie Trinks: Ladies and gentlemen, I'm the ever amazing Richie Trinks...
Maggie Mayhem: And I'm the one who's always tasked with sitting next to you, Maggie Mayhem. Folks, tonight we've got one hell of an action-packed card, three title matches, one match offering an opportunity toward championship gold, and a rematch for the ages in the night's main event.
Trinks: But first, let's talk about PETA.
Mayhem: Yes, lets. You see, recently REVIVAL Wrestling has come under attack from PETA and various other animal rights-affiliated groups because of an incident that occured during last week's hype-fest. Samuel Hessingstock, a member of the Board of Directors, kidnapped a dog--belonging to Myke Adams--and murdered him on the air.
Trinks: That shits was crazy, Mags. And I'm not even talking crazy-loco like Hessingstock crazy, I'm talking it was very weird, morbid, and it hurt my soul-crazy.
Mayhem: Indeed it was. But, as I was getting to, Samuel Hessingstock was arrested last week, and as far as I know, is still sitting in jail, awaiting bail. It's my understanding that the Board of Directors has stated that they do not condone, nor endorse the actions taken by Mr. Hessingstock. In fact, I have a small comment made by an anonoymous source close to the Board. "Mr. Hessingstock strung up his own noose. As far as we [The Board of Directors] are concerned, Mr. Hessingstock can hang there."
Trinks: No loyalty in business these days? If you can't trust your own partners, who can you trust?
Mayhem: He murdered a dog, Richie. As far as I'm concerned, the bastard is lucky he even has a job!
Trinks: Remind me to never slight you, Magpie...
Mayhem: If you ever kill a dog, Richie. I'll rip your testicles off and shove them so far down your throat, you'll be tea-bagging your intestines.
Richie just stares at her, and gulps incredibly hard.
Mayhem: With that said, on with an exciting and incredibly promising show, folks!
Kerry Windsor is seen in his locker room, and immediately the boo birds make their calling in the background as the Cornerstone appears on the screen. He is in his wrestling gear, dressed and ready for his upcoming match against the Black Mantis. He’s sitting down with his head hung low, a towel draped over it. Meditating? Deep in thought? We can’t really tell what he is. A knock on the door in the background is heard.
Kerry Windsor: It’s already open!
He says this almost as if he were expecting his guest. The camera pans back a tad bit, to catch a visual of the doorway. Kerry’s protégé Cordelia Stevenson walks in, slowly closing the door behind her. She walks towards Kerry and holds up her iPhone.
Cordelia Stevenson: You said you needed to see me?
Kerry lifts his head, removing the towel and tossing it to the side. An off kilter smile makes its way onto his face at the sight of his beloved student.
Cordelia Stevenson: Ok, that smile is creepy as shit. Stop it.
Kerry lets out a little chuckle as he steps forward and pulls Cordy into an embrace.
Kerry Windsor: You remember what we spoke about yesterday?
Cordy shrugs her shoulders as she takes a step back.
Cordelia Stevenson: How could I not, you only kept going on and on about it for fucking ever.
Kerry smirks.
Kerry Windsor: Do you remember the meeting place?
Cordelia Stevenson: Yes.
Kerry Windsor: Do you remember how to get there?
Cordelia Stevenson: I don’t, but my GPS does.
She lets out an audible sigh and tosses her hands into the air, seemingly annoyed.
Cordelia Stevenson: How many times do we have to go through this, Windy?
Kerry grabs a hold of Cordy by the shoulders, and holds her at arms length.
Kerry Windsor: As many times as we need to, to ensure that tonight goes perfectly. Tonight is a big night Cordelia.
She cringes at his use of her full name.
Cordelia Stevenson: I know it is Windy, and like I told ya. I’m ready, so stop worrying, ok? All you need to worry about is going out there and destroying Black Mantis. I’ve got everything handled.
Kerry observes her for a moment, before giving a nod of the head.
Kerry Windsor: I know you do Cordy. I know you won’t let me down.
He lets go of her and lowers his gaze to the ground. He speaks, but it's more like he's talking to himself.
Kerry Windsor: Because tonight Cordelia, you and I … we set the world on … fire.
He glances back towards her, an evil glare in his eye as he breaks into a hearty laugh. He then pushes past her, heading for the door, leaving her behind. Cordy turns around and watches him go, simply shaking her head.
Cordelia Stevenson: I swear he’s losing it. Losing it I say … but at least he’s not killing dogs… yet.
She then stalks off after him as the scene fades away.
Mayhem: That was an incredibly weird interaction, Richie.
Trinks: I'll say, that was weird.
Mayhem: Ladies and gentlemen, I'd just like to remind you that next week is a special three-hour episode of VIOLENCE, as it marks our twentieth episode! We hope you tune in to see all of our glorious action and incredible talent!
Trinks: That's assuming PETA doesn't try to sue HBO and have us thrown off the air.
Stan Hopeforth: The following match is scheduled for ONE FALL! Introducing first …..
The lights dim to near darkness, "Gone Guru" kicks up on the PA, and a quick, but thick puff of smoke rises from beneath the grated entrance area. Once it dissipates, a figure clad in black from head to toe is revealed, the intimidating visage of The Black Mantis himself! Mantis stalks down to the ring at a languid pace, walks up the steps and ducks through the ropes.
Stan Hopeforth: Introducing first … weighing in at 252 LBS. He is Blaaaaack Maaaaaaaannnntis.
He moves to his corner, faces it, drops to a knee and bows his head for an extended moment....then Mantis steps to the second turnbuckle using it for a springboard, shooting himself into the air and performing a backflip as he removes martial arts-style entrance robe in mid-air! Mantis lands on his feet as the crowd cheers loudly, and elicits more cheers as he performs various kicks and punches, and finishes by striking a "ready" pose, awaiting the beginning of his match.
Stan Hopeforth: And his opponent, weighing 235 lbs, and hailing from Des Moines, Iowa. He is The Cornerstone, KEEEEERRRRYYYYY WINDSOOOORRRRR!
The voice of Kerry Windsor can be heard as the opening sounds of “Enemy Within” by Rev Theory begins to fill the arena.
The crowd breaks into a chorus of boos as Mister Revival himself, Kerry Windsor storms through the curtain. He stops for a second and gazes around, taking in the unwelcome reception. He gives a sinister smile as he raises his hands into the air, and fireworks begin to shoot off.
As the display comes to a finish, Kerry lowers his arms and stalks down towards the ring. His demeanor is serious as he heads down the walkway, completely ignoring the fans who are yelling and shouting at him. He breaks into a run, sliding into the ring.
Just as the chorus hits, The Cornerstone of Revival walks towards the ropes, and leans over them, hoisting his fist up into the air drawing massive heat from the crowd. The music then begins to fade out as Kerry walks towards the corner to await the opening bell.
The bell sounds and Mantis rushes across the ring, opening up on Windsor with a combo of rights and lefts. He backs Kerry into the corner and lifts his knee right into the gut of the former Heavyweight champion. He then delivers a nasty chop that straightens Kerry right back up. Mantis then whips Kerry across the ring into the opposing turnbuckle. Kerry speeds towards the turnbuckle and Mantis follows. Kerry reaches out and grabs the ropes, hoisting himself into the air and over Mantis who runs underneath him. Mantis however reaches up and catches Kerry on his shoulder. Turning around, he explodes from the corner and drops The Cornerstone with a ring shaking Power slam! He then goes for a pin.
One …
No! Windsor powers out of the pin attempt at the count of one.
Mayhem: Wow Richie! The Black Mantis has really come out here on fire tonight!
Trinks: You know why that is right Magz? It’s because he’s in the ring with the Greatest Man walking this Earth, and he knows better than to disrespect that man by not giving his all in this losing effort!
Mayhem: Richie … I honestly don’t know what to say to you. Sometimes you really do just leave me … speechless.
Trinks: I prefer the mute ones anyway Maggie. No one can hear’em scream.
Mayhem: … … …
In the ring, Black Mantis has lifted Kerry back up to his feet. He delivers a hard forearm to Windsor’s head followed by another. He backs Kerry into the ropes, and now whips him across the ring. Mantis dips down, telegraphing a back body drop which proves to be a major mistake as Windsor lifts his leg up and kicks him right in the face. Mantis turns and staggers back, and Windsor quickly pursues him and drops him with a bulldog.
The Cornerstone quickly hops back up to his feet, putting the boots to Mantis for a few, before lifting the masked man back to his feet. Kerry knees Mantis in the stomach which doubles him over, and then sets him up into a suplex position and hooks the leg. Kerry launches backwards, lifting Mantis and dropping him with a beautiful twisting fisherman suplex. Kerry then bridges it for the pin.
One …
Two …
No! Mantis kicks out on two. Kerry looks at the referee and mouths something to him about the count being slow. He works his way back to his feet, and reaches down to lift Mantis up. He gets Mantis to a kneeling position before Mantis fires a stiff right into Kerry’s abdomen. Mantis hits him with another and another as he works himself to a standing position. Once back on his feet, he whips Kerry into the ropes, and as Kerry rebounds back, Mantis lifts him into the air with a spinning spine buster.
Mayhem: Very impressive move there by Mantis! I tell ya Richie, I think Windsor is getting more than he bargained for with the masked man!
Trinks: Ok Kerry, you’ve got to pick it up now. People are starting to think Mantis has a chance!
Mantis is back on his feet now, and he’s patiently waiting in the corner, beckoning for Windsor to get back to his feet. Windsor finally makes it back to his feet, and Mantis explodes from the corner as Kerry turns around. Kerry spies him and sidesteps him at the last possible second. Mantis goes for a spear and misses, crashing shoulder first into the steel ring post. Kerry flashes a sinister grin as Mantis stumbles from the corner gripping his shoulder. He turns right around and Kerry hoists him onto his shoulders and then drives him into the mat with his Lowered Expectations Samoan Driver. The crowd boos mercilessly as Kerry bridges the move into a pin by hooking the leg. The ref drops down for a count …
One …
Two …
Thre--- NO! Black Mantis somehow manages to kick out at the last second. Kerry smirks as he rolls to a kneeling position. He leans down over Mantis and starts slapping him in the head and yelling for him to stay down. Kerry lifts Mantis back up to his feet and attempts to whip him into the ropes, however Mantis reverses It and sends Kerry flying into the ropes instead. Once he hits the ropes, Kerry grabs onto them to halt his momentum. Mantis charges at him, but Kerry ducks down and back body drops him over the ropes. Mantis lands on the ring apron and steadies himself. Kerry thinks that Mantis has fallen to the floor, and taps his head, saying that he outsmarted him, but as soon as he turns around, Mantis launches himself into the ring with a flying shoulder block which draws a huge pop from the crowd.
Mayhem: It seems Black Mantis is the one that outsmarted Kerry there Richie!
Trinks: Do you realize how stupid you sound using Black Mantis and any tense of smart in a sentence?
Mantis lifts Kerry to his feet and delivers a boot to the midsection. He then bounces off of the ropes and leaps into the air, looking for the Finding Purity single leg facebuster. Kerry spins out of the way, causing Mantis to fall straight to the mat. Kerry crouches down and gets into a readied position, as Mantis rolls to his feet. When Mantis turns to face him, Kerry leaps into the air, rotating and connecting with a BACK TO SQUARE ONE that sends Mantis crashing back to the mat. The crowd lets their disapproval be known as Kerry then goes for the pin.
Trinks: Uh That’s All Folks! Mantis is OUT!
The ref drops to make the count.
One ….
Two …
Three!
The ref hops up and signals for the bell as Kerry stands up and looks down at his fallen opponent with disdain.
Stan Hopeforth: The Winner of this match … Keerrryyy Windsoooorrrr
Mayhem: And The Cornerstone picks up yet another victory.
Trinks: It’s what he does Maggie! Haven’t you learned that by now! And you mean to tell me he doesn’t deserve that shot at Hanson?
Mayhem: It certainly isn’t Kerry Windsor’s skill that’s preventing him getting a shot at Ben Hanson and that Heavyweight title. It’s his behavior Richie. LOOK AT WHAT HE’S DOING NOW!
In the ring, Kerry Windsor has gone back to stomping the Black Mantis. He lifts the Mantis back to his feet before placing him into a Hammerlock position. Kerry then spins him around and nails him with his Hammerlock Reverse STO that he calls “The Most Hated”.
Trinks: THE MOST HATED Maggie! But God I love him so much.
Mayhem: You sound like a school girl with a crush Richie. As for Kerry, he just may be the Most Hated with the way he’s been acting lately.
Kerry hops back up to his feet, relishing in the boos that rain down upon him. His music cues up and he flashes a smirk before climbing out of the ring.
Trinks: Amazing and impressive victory by Kerry Windsor. It's no wonder with a contest like that why "The Cornerstone" was our inaugural World's Champion!
Mayhem: I have to agree with you there, Richie. Kerry Windsor is one hell of a talented individual, but this obsession that he has with Ben Hanson is disheartening...
Trinks: Shut up, Maggie! I'm recieving word that there is something going on backstage!
Mayhem: Rude ass, telling people to shut up...
The show cuts backstage to where Cordelia Stevenson can be found through the halls of the arena. Her face is contorted up in a combination of fear and upset, tears forming in the corners of her eyes as she finally stops outside a locker room. The name on the plaque says ‘Ben Hanson’. Cordelia doesn’t even knock, swinging the door open to find the World champion sitting on a bench, taping up his wrists.
Cordelia Stevenson: You have to come quick!
Ben Hanson: Why, what’s happened?
Cordelia Stevenson: It’s Sher…
Hanson stands up in an instant, a look of horror on his face.
Ben Hanson: She’s not supposed to be here–
Cordelia Stevenson: She wanted it to be a surprise, to meet you here at the arena and lead you out for your match tonight…
By now the tears are streaming down Cordelia’s cheeks, her speech interrupted by sobs. Ben’s expression changes from horror to angry as he anticipates what’s coming.
Cordelia Stevenson: …but she ran into Kerry in the parking lot. They got into an argument – you have to come quickly, Ben!
With that, Hanson bolts from the room and charges down the corridor towards the car park. The camera stays with Cordelia, however, because the cameraman can’t run that fast and carry equipment at the same time. She wipes the tears away from her eyes and a smile appears on her face; the wily Stevenson laughs to herself as she picks up the Revival World Heavyweight Championship that Ben left laying on top of his belongings. Cordy empties Ben’s duffel bag and puts the belt in there before casually walking out of the room with the bag slung over one shoulder.
By now a cameraman has made it to the parking lot where Ben Hanson is looking around for any sign of activity. His head swinging from side to side as he tries to spy an ambulance, a police car. Some living person who can tell him where Sheree is. Finally an attendant walks by; a frantic Hanson grabs the man by the shoulders and shouts.
Ben Hanson: Where’s Sheree!? What did he do to her!?
Attendant: I–I haven’t seen her…
Ben Hanson: Where are they!?
Hanson growls as his grip shifts to the man’s collar. The poor attendant doesn’t know what to say.
Attendant: I haven’t seen her…
Ben Hanson: What about Kerry Windsor?
Attendant: He left about ten minutes ago, just after his match. But I haven’t seen Ms. Washington all night, champ.
Hanson releases his grip on the man’s shirt and runs both hands through his hair. He looks around again, noticing that Cordy didn’t follow him to the car park. It’s not audible, but anyone can clear make out Ben mouthing “fuck” as he heads back towards his locker room.
Mayhem: All a ruse, it seems, Richie. Any defense to be had from #TeamKerry's number one fan?
Trinks: I'm reserving judgment until further notice, Margaret.
Once again, the REVIVAL nation finds itself under protest from the animal rights activists known simply as "PETA". With signs reading "DOG KILLERS", "DOWN WITH HESSINGSTOCK", and the overtly long "WHAT DO WE WANT? - REVIVAL OFF THE AIR! WHEN DO WE WANT IT? - NOW! WHY DO WE WANT IT? - BECAUSE THEY KILL DOGS!" Police and security forces seperate them to maintain the peace as the cameras pan back into the building as VIOLENCE comes on the air...
A bass line begins over the PA system as the lights dim within the arena, the crowd all standing from their seats with a massive ovation. Drums kick in over the bass, with then a couple of guitar strums joining in. A small shred on the guitar begins before lyrics.
"Listen up, there's not a moment to spare, it's quite a drop from the top so how're you feeling down there?
It's quite a cold, cruel, harsh reality, caught stuck with your enemies."
It's quite a cold, cruel, harsh reality, caught stuck with your enemies."
"Enemies" by Shinedown continues to play over the system as videos of the talent in other places continues to play over the tron screen. The camera cuts to the announce booth where a punk-adorned female sits next to an orange and black clad sleaze ball...
Richie Trinks: Ladies and gentlemen, I'm the ever amazing Richie Trinks...
Maggie Mayhem: And I'm the one who's always tasked with sitting next to you, Maggie Mayhem. Folks, tonight we've got one hell of an action-packed card, three title matches, one match offering an opportunity toward championship gold, and a rematch for the ages in the night's main event.
Trinks: But first, let's talk about PETA.
Mayhem: Yes, lets. You see, recently REVIVAL Wrestling has come under attack from PETA and various other animal rights-affiliated groups because of an incident that occured during last week's hype-fest. Samuel Hessingstock, a member of the Board of Directors, kidnapped a dog--belonging to Myke Adams--and murdered him on the air.
Trinks: That shits was crazy, Mags. And I'm not even talking crazy-loco like Hessingstock crazy, I'm talking it was very weird, morbid, and it hurt my soul-crazy.
Mayhem: Indeed it was. But, as I was getting to, Samuel Hessingstock was arrested last week, and as far as I know, is still sitting in jail, awaiting bail. It's my understanding that the Board of Directors has stated that they do not condone, nor endorse the actions taken by Mr. Hessingstock. In fact, I have a small comment made by an anonoymous source close to the Board. "Mr. Hessingstock strung up his own noose. As far as we [The Board of Directors] are concerned, Mr. Hessingstock can hang there."
Trinks: No loyalty in business these days? If you can't trust your own partners, who can you trust?
Mayhem: He murdered a dog, Richie. As far as I'm concerned, the bastard is lucky he even has a job!
Trinks: Remind me to never slight you, Magpie...
Mayhem: If you ever kill a dog, Richie. I'll rip your testicles off and shove them so far down your throat, you'll be tea-bagging your intestines.
Richie just stares at her, and gulps incredibly hard.
Mayhem: With that said, on with an exciting and incredibly promising show, folks!
Kerry Windsor is seen in his locker room, and immediately the boo birds make their calling in the background as the Cornerstone appears on the screen. He is in his wrestling gear, dressed and ready for his upcoming match against the Black Mantis. He’s sitting down with his head hung low, a towel draped over it. Meditating? Deep in thought? We can’t really tell what he is. A knock on the door in the background is heard.
Kerry Windsor: It’s already open!
He says this almost as if he were expecting his guest. The camera pans back a tad bit, to catch a visual of the doorway. Kerry’s protégé Cordelia Stevenson walks in, slowly closing the door behind her. She walks towards Kerry and holds up her iPhone.
Cordelia Stevenson: You said you needed to see me?
Kerry lifts his head, removing the towel and tossing it to the side. An off kilter smile makes its way onto his face at the sight of his beloved student.
Cordelia Stevenson: Ok, that smile is creepy as shit. Stop it.
Kerry lets out a little chuckle as he steps forward and pulls Cordy into an embrace.
Kerry Windsor: You remember what we spoke about yesterday?
Cordy shrugs her shoulders as she takes a step back.
Cordelia Stevenson: How could I not, you only kept going on and on about it for fucking ever.
Kerry smirks.
Kerry Windsor: Do you remember the meeting place?
Cordelia Stevenson: Yes.
Kerry Windsor: Do you remember how to get there?
Cordelia Stevenson: I don’t, but my GPS does.
She lets out an audible sigh and tosses her hands into the air, seemingly annoyed.
Cordelia Stevenson: How many times do we have to go through this, Windy?
Kerry grabs a hold of Cordy by the shoulders, and holds her at arms length.
Kerry Windsor: As many times as we need to, to ensure that tonight goes perfectly. Tonight is a big night Cordelia.
She cringes at his use of her full name.
Cordelia Stevenson: I know it is Windy, and like I told ya. I’m ready, so stop worrying, ok? All you need to worry about is going out there and destroying Black Mantis. I’ve got everything handled.
Kerry observes her for a moment, before giving a nod of the head.
Kerry Windsor: I know you do Cordy. I know you won’t let me down.
He lets go of her and lowers his gaze to the ground. He speaks, but it's more like he's talking to himself.
Kerry Windsor: Because tonight Cordelia, you and I … we set the world on … fire.
He glances back towards her, an evil glare in his eye as he breaks into a hearty laugh. He then pushes past her, heading for the door, leaving her behind. Cordy turns around and watches him go, simply shaking her head.
Cordelia Stevenson: I swear he’s losing it. Losing it I say … but at least he’s not killing dogs… yet.
She then stalks off after him as the scene fades away.
Mayhem: That was an incredibly weird interaction, Richie.
Trinks: I'll say, that was weird.
Mayhem: Ladies and gentlemen, I'd just like to remind you that next week is a special three-hour episode of VIOLENCE, as it marks our twentieth episode! We hope you tune in to see all of our glorious action and incredible talent!
Trinks: That's assuming PETA doesn't try to sue HBO and have us thrown off the air.
Stan Hopeforth: The following match is scheduled for ONE FALL! Introducing first …..
The lights dim to near darkness, "Gone Guru" kicks up on the PA, and a quick, but thick puff of smoke rises from beneath the grated entrance area. Once it dissipates, a figure clad in black from head to toe is revealed, the intimidating visage of The Black Mantis himself! Mantis stalks down to the ring at a languid pace, walks up the steps and ducks through the ropes.
Stan Hopeforth: Introducing first … weighing in at 252 LBS. He is Blaaaaack Maaaaaaaannnntis.
He moves to his corner, faces it, drops to a knee and bows his head for an extended moment....then Mantis steps to the second turnbuckle using it for a springboard, shooting himself into the air and performing a backflip as he removes martial arts-style entrance robe in mid-air! Mantis lands on his feet as the crowd cheers loudly, and elicits more cheers as he performs various kicks and punches, and finishes by striking a "ready" pose, awaiting the beginning of his match.
Stan Hopeforth: And his opponent, weighing 235 lbs, and hailing from Des Moines, Iowa. He is The Cornerstone, KEEEEERRRRYYYYY WINDSOOOORRRRR!
"THIS IS WHAT I DO.”
The voice of Kerry Windsor can be heard as the opening sounds of “Enemy Within” by Rev Theory begins to fill the arena.
"Ain’t got nothing to fake
Ain’t got nothing to prove
Another loose cannon
I’m a bad motherfucker
And I ain’t got nothing to lose …"
[/color]Ain’t got nothing to prove
Another loose cannon
I’m a bad motherfucker
And I ain’t got nothing to lose …"
The crowd breaks into a chorus of boos as Mister Revival himself, Kerry Windsor storms through the curtain. He stops for a second and gazes around, taking in the unwelcome reception. He gives a sinister smile as he raises his hands into the air, and fireworks begin to shoot off.
"I don’t need your hidden agenda
I don’t need what you’re trying to sell
All I see is another pretender
Sit back and watch me set the.."
I don’t need what you’re trying to sell
All I see is another pretender
Sit back and watch me set the.."
As the display comes to a finish, Kerry lowers his arms and stalks down towards the ring. His demeanor is serious as he heads down the walkway, completely ignoring the fans who are yelling and shouting at him. He breaks into a run, sliding into the ring.
"World on fire
Watch him as he burns up the sky
Cause the enemy within
Lives underneath the skin
So set the world on fire"
Watch him as he burns up the sky
Cause the enemy within
Lives underneath the skin
So set the world on fire"
Just as the chorus hits, The Cornerstone of Revival walks towards the ropes, and leans over them, hoisting his fist up into the air drawing massive heat from the crowd. The music then begins to fade out as Kerry walks towards the corner to await the opening bell.
The bell sounds and Mantis rushes across the ring, opening up on Windsor with a combo of rights and lefts. He backs Kerry into the corner and lifts his knee right into the gut of the former Heavyweight champion. He then delivers a nasty chop that straightens Kerry right back up. Mantis then whips Kerry across the ring into the opposing turnbuckle. Kerry speeds towards the turnbuckle and Mantis follows. Kerry reaches out and grabs the ropes, hoisting himself into the air and over Mantis who runs underneath him. Mantis however reaches up and catches Kerry on his shoulder. Turning around, he explodes from the corner and drops The Cornerstone with a ring shaking Power slam! He then goes for a pin.
One …
No! Windsor powers out of the pin attempt at the count of one.
Mayhem: Wow Richie! The Black Mantis has really come out here on fire tonight!
Trinks: You know why that is right Magz? It’s because he’s in the ring with the Greatest Man walking this Earth, and he knows better than to disrespect that man by not giving his all in this losing effort!
Mayhem: Richie … I honestly don’t know what to say to you. Sometimes you really do just leave me … speechless.
Trinks: I prefer the mute ones anyway Maggie. No one can hear’em scream.
Mayhem: … … …
In the ring, Black Mantis has lifted Kerry back up to his feet. He delivers a hard forearm to Windsor’s head followed by another. He backs Kerry into the ropes, and now whips him across the ring. Mantis dips down, telegraphing a back body drop which proves to be a major mistake as Windsor lifts his leg up and kicks him right in the face. Mantis turns and staggers back, and Windsor quickly pursues him and drops him with a bulldog.
The Cornerstone quickly hops back up to his feet, putting the boots to Mantis for a few, before lifting the masked man back to his feet. Kerry knees Mantis in the stomach which doubles him over, and then sets him up into a suplex position and hooks the leg. Kerry launches backwards, lifting Mantis and dropping him with a beautiful twisting fisherman suplex. Kerry then bridges it for the pin.
One …
Two …
No! Mantis kicks out on two. Kerry looks at the referee and mouths something to him about the count being slow. He works his way back to his feet, and reaches down to lift Mantis up. He gets Mantis to a kneeling position before Mantis fires a stiff right into Kerry’s abdomen. Mantis hits him with another and another as he works himself to a standing position. Once back on his feet, he whips Kerry into the ropes, and as Kerry rebounds back, Mantis lifts him into the air with a spinning spine buster.
Mayhem: Very impressive move there by Mantis! I tell ya Richie, I think Windsor is getting more than he bargained for with the masked man!
Trinks: Ok Kerry, you’ve got to pick it up now. People are starting to think Mantis has a chance!
Mantis is back on his feet now, and he’s patiently waiting in the corner, beckoning for Windsor to get back to his feet. Windsor finally makes it back to his feet, and Mantis explodes from the corner as Kerry turns around. Kerry spies him and sidesteps him at the last possible second. Mantis goes for a spear and misses, crashing shoulder first into the steel ring post. Kerry flashes a sinister grin as Mantis stumbles from the corner gripping his shoulder. He turns right around and Kerry hoists him onto his shoulders and then drives him into the mat with his Lowered Expectations Samoan Driver. The crowd boos mercilessly as Kerry bridges the move into a pin by hooking the leg. The ref drops down for a count …
One …
Two …
Thre--- NO! Black Mantis somehow manages to kick out at the last second. Kerry smirks as he rolls to a kneeling position. He leans down over Mantis and starts slapping him in the head and yelling for him to stay down. Kerry lifts Mantis back up to his feet and attempts to whip him into the ropes, however Mantis reverses It and sends Kerry flying into the ropes instead. Once he hits the ropes, Kerry grabs onto them to halt his momentum. Mantis charges at him, but Kerry ducks down and back body drops him over the ropes. Mantis lands on the ring apron and steadies himself. Kerry thinks that Mantis has fallen to the floor, and taps his head, saying that he outsmarted him, but as soon as he turns around, Mantis launches himself into the ring with a flying shoulder block which draws a huge pop from the crowd.
Mayhem: It seems Black Mantis is the one that outsmarted Kerry there Richie!
Trinks: Do you realize how stupid you sound using Black Mantis and any tense of smart in a sentence?
Mantis lifts Kerry to his feet and delivers a boot to the midsection. He then bounces off of the ropes and leaps into the air, looking for the Finding Purity single leg facebuster. Kerry spins out of the way, causing Mantis to fall straight to the mat. Kerry crouches down and gets into a readied position, as Mantis rolls to his feet. When Mantis turns to face him, Kerry leaps into the air, rotating and connecting with a BACK TO SQUARE ONE that sends Mantis crashing back to the mat. The crowd lets their disapproval be known as Kerry then goes for the pin.
Trinks: Uh That’s All Folks! Mantis is OUT!
The ref drops to make the count.
One ….
Two …
Three!
The ref hops up and signals for the bell as Kerry stands up and looks down at his fallen opponent with disdain.
Stan Hopeforth: The Winner of this match … Keerrryyy Windsoooorrrr
Mayhem: And The Cornerstone picks up yet another victory.
Trinks: It’s what he does Maggie! Haven’t you learned that by now! And you mean to tell me he doesn’t deserve that shot at Hanson?
Mayhem: It certainly isn’t Kerry Windsor’s skill that’s preventing him getting a shot at Ben Hanson and that Heavyweight title. It’s his behavior Richie. LOOK AT WHAT HE’S DOING NOW!
In the ring, Kerry Windsor has gone back to stomping the Black Mantis. He lifts the Mantis back to his feet before placing him into a Hammerlock position. Kerry then spins him around and nails him with his Hammerlock Reverse STO that he calls “The Most Hated”.
Trinks: THE MOST HATED Maggie! But God I love him so much.
Mayhem: You sound like a school girl with a crush Richie. As for Kerry, he just may be the Most Hated with the way he’s been acting lately.
Kerry hops back up to his feet, relishing in the boos that rain down upon him. His music cues up and he flashes a smirk before climbing out of the ring.
Trinks: Amazing and impressive victory by Kerry Windsor. It's no wonder with a contest like that why "The Cornerstone" was our inaugural World's Champion!
Mayhem: I have to agree with you there, Richie. Kerry Windsor is one hell of a talented individual, but this obsession that he has with Ben Hanson is disheartening...
Trinks: Shut up, Maggie! I'm recieving word that there is something going on backstage!
Mayhem: Rude ass, telling people to shut up...
The show cuts backstage to where Cordelia Stevenson can be found through the halls of the arena. Her face is contorted up in a combination of fear and upset, tears forming in the corners of her eyes as she finally stops outside a locker room. The name on the plaque says ‘Ben Hanson’. Cordelia doesn’t even knock, swinging the door open to find the World champion sitting on a bench, taping up his wrists.
Cordelia Stevenson: You have to come quick!
Ben Hanson: Why, what’s happened?
Cordelia Stevenson: It’s Sher…
Hanson stands up in an instant, a look of horror on his face.
Ben Hanson: She’s not supposed to be here–
Cordelia Stevenson: She wanted it to be a surprise, to meet you here at the arena and lead you out for your match tonight…
By now the tears are streaming down Cordelia’s cheeks, her speech interrupted by sobs. Ben’s expression changes from horror to angry as he anticipates what’s coming.
Cordelia Stevenson: …but she ran into Kerry in the parking lot. They got into an argument – you have to come quickly, Ben!
With that, Hanson bolts from the room and charges down the corridor towards the car park. The camera stays with Cordelia, however, because the cameraman can’t run that fast and carry equipment at the same time. She wipes the tears away from her eyes and a smile appears on her face; the wily Stevenson laughs to herself as she picks up the Revival World Heavyweight Championship that Ben left laying on top of his belongings. Cordy empties Ben’s duffel bag and puts the belt in there before casually walking out of the room with the bag slung over one shoulder.
By now a cameraman has made it to the parking lot where Ben Hanson is looking around for any sign of activity. His head swinging from side to side as he tries to spy an ambulance, a police car. Some living person who can tell him where Sheree is. Finally an attendant walks by; a frantic Hanson grabs the man by the shoulders and shouts.
Ben Hanson: Where’s Sheree!? What did he do to her!?
Attendant: I–I haven’t seen her…
Ben Hanson: Where are they!?
Hanson growls as his grip shifts to the man’s collar. The poor attendant doesn’t know what to say.
Attendant: I haven’t seen her…
Ben Hanson: What about Kerry Windsor?
Attendant: He left about ten minutes ago, just after his match. But I haven’t seen Ms. Washington all night, champ.
Hanson releases his grip on the man’s shirt and runs both hands through his hair. He looks around again, noticing that Cordy didn’t follow him to the car park. It’s not audible, but anyone can clear make out Ben mouthing “fuck” as he heads back towards his locker room.
Mayhem: All a ruse, it seems, Richie. Any defense to be had from #TeamKerry's number one fan?
Trinks: I'm reserving judgment until further notice, Margaret.