Post by Jade Night on Mar 29, 2019 21:59:27 GMT
LIBERTY PRO WRESTLING PRESENTS...
LIBERATION: EPISODE EIGHTEEN
LIVE ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 20TH, 2017 FROM THE HAMMERSTEIN BALLROOM IN MANHATTAN, NEW YORK
MATCH ONE: SINGLES MATCH
Nora Lee vs. Romeo Black
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Winner: Nora Lee
Finishing Move: Most Glamorous Moonsault Ever
Near Falls: Romeo Black (4), Nora Lee (2)
Match Length: 09:53
Match Notes:
This match was a back and forth affair with Romeo coming up close several times, picking up four near falls against Nora. Nora showed her resiliency throughout the match though, showing that she wasnt going to let up in her debut match. Eventually Avery Smith, Emily Jacksons former tag partner, made her way down to the ring. She yelled at Romeo, Emilys boyfriend, and this distracted him. When he turned around, Nora hit him with a superkick before following it up with the Most Glamorous Moonsault Ever. Nora pinned Romeo and got the win and three count.
Post Match:
Nora celebrated her debut victory as the referee raised her hand but when Avery Smith got into the ring with a chair in hand, Nora wisely retreated. Avery kept her eyes on a conflicted Nora before she turned to a recovering Romeo Black and she decked him in the face with the chair. Avery then hit Romeo over and over again until he stopped moving and the chair was bent in half. Avery then grabbed a microphone and began to speak.
Avery Smith: Emily I figured out the issue with our team and it was clearly all of the attention youve been giving to Romeo. So now that Ive taken him out We can focus on you and me again. See you soon, Em.
Avery dropped the mic and stared daggers into the camera before the scene cut away.
BACKSTAGE
A small, rapid series of knocks and a twist of the handle shows Anastasia Hayden and Isabella Strickland walking into Nathan Callaghans office.
Nathan Callaghan: Yeah, sure, come right in.
He waves them in as Ana takes a seat in one of the office chairs, an arrogant smile on her face.
Anastasia Hayden: Nathan! Just the boss I wanted to see.
Nathan Callaghan: Im also the only boss
Ana chuckles while Nathan just stares, curious as to what brought the two into his office.
Anastasia Hayden: Semantics. Anyways, we thought wed drop by for a visit and ask a small favor.
Nathan Callaghan: Right...Im listening.
Anastasia Hayden: So look, tonight, Ive got Balfour, right? Right. And we both know those Society dorks are going to be hanging around ringside to keep a watch on queen bee. Well you know me, I only want the best.
Nathan Callaghan: And youre suggesting
Gesturing with his hand, Nathan waits for the next part.
Anastasia Hayden: Well, I cant exactly face the best if Ive got to worry about Beckys pups. And I want that loser to myself. So...what Im suggesting is easy. You just ban them from ringside. Easy!
Ana keeps her confident, cocky smile while Nathan looks at the two, pondering the deal before finally nodding.
Nathan Callaghan: Alright, Ana. Deal. But, of course, in being fair, you know that means no Isabella at ringside.
The two exchange a quick look between each other before Isabella gives Ana a thumbs up and Ana smirks.
Anastasia Hayden: Psh, look who youre talking to, Nathan. Ive got this.
Nathan Callaghan: Im sure you do.
Ana stands up from the chair and makes her exit along with Isabella, not closing the door on the way out.
Nathan Callaghan: Youre welcome.
He says as theyve already left and goes to close his door before the camera cuts elsewhere.
MATCH TWO: SINGLES MATCH
Chelsea Quik vs Isla Carter
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Winner: Chelsea Quik
Finishing Move: Upper-Crust
Near Falls: Chelsea Quik (1), Isla Carter (2)
Match Length: 7:32
Match Notes:
Chelsea Quik got off to a slow start in her debut. Whether it was ring rust, or just playing conservative since coming back from a serious injury to her arm, it did not last long. She was able to turn the tables around the three minute mark with her Kickstarter Project spinning heel kick that bought her some time to regroup even after Isla kicked out of the pin attempt. The spurt was short lived, as Isla countered a whip attempt into a Kimura lock on Chelseas surgically repaired arm. Chelsea flailed, being too far from the ropes to get the break. Instead, Chelseas quick thinking allowed her to reposition, pinning Islas shoulders to the mat and causing her to break the hold or lose the match. Isla released the hold, but when the two got back to their feet, it was Chelsea who was faster on the draw, with a Chick Kick that dropped Isla back down. Chelsea made her way outside the ropes, and climbed up to the top turnbuckle. She blew a kiss directed to her family at ringside, and then jumped from the top as Isla got up, landing on her shoulders and flipping her around into a pin with her Upper-Crust molly-go-round that got her the victory in her debut.
Post Match:
Chelsea got back up to her feet, clutching her arm to her chest. The referee raised her good arm in victory as the announcement of her win was made and she rolled out of the ring. Cameras stay on her as she walks around the outside of the ring and over to the corner next to the ramp where her husband Coby Quik, and friend Kristopher Ryans are there to congratulate her. The three celebrate as the cameras cut away to another part of the arena.
EARLIER...
Helena Noir: If theres someone I despise more than Isabella Strickland in this company, is The Society.
The camera follows Helena Noir walking down the renowned 34th Street. The foot traffic is something crazy, as usual in one of the citys major shopping street and the Liberty wrestler has her work cut out for her making her way through the crowd and dodging the pedestrians.
Helena Noir: For way too long I saw them running their own agenda in this company, and, even worse, I had to hear all the bullshit they love spewing. False propaganda, a bunch of easy and catchy slogan for rebel wannabes and all in all, empty words from a bunch of hypocrites. Starting from their leader-not-leader, Becky, the spokeswoman of this family. You know, I could even get behind some of the things you said, I would lie if I told you I never felt like I didnt belong I was sixteen, I was angry and I was scared. I left home, following a group of friends, the guy I loved. They were a better family than the one I was leaving behind, of that I was sure. So trust me when I say that I understand where you all come from, Ive been there. What I cant, and will never understand, is why you keep lying to yourself, your family and your followers. None of your actions is aimed to make the world a better place, youre not fighting the injustice in this world, youre not the voice of the voiceless, to use an expression overused in this business. Youre doing this to satisfy your ego, your thirst for power and fame. Youre using those people dumb enough to buy into the lies you keep pontificating to get noticed, to make a name for yourself. And the saddest part is that you do all this to finally feel accepted. You need the approval of the same people you criticize, the same people you look down to from the pedestal you elevated yourself onto. Kinda selfish, dont you think? And pathetic.
On her way to the Hammerstein Ballroom, she turns left down the 8th Avenue. The lights of the famous Arena, home of Liberty Pro, could already be seen in the distance.
Helena Noir: Ive been waiting for quite some time for my chance at you guys. And tonight I finally get it. Elodie and Trent Grundy, the last two people joining your ranks. If we choose to forget the other chick, what was her name? Havyn, or something like that I love how you guys always remind everyone of how many people constantly join your ranks, whether as family or as invisible followers but you never mentioned the one person who saw the light and waved goodbye. Selective memory is always such a useful tool to build your own narrative
Anyway, Elodie and Trent. Under any other circumstance, with any other partner on my side, I would be sorry for whats going to happen to you. But the fact of the matter is that I cant fully trust my own tag partner. I would like to think that theres enough dignity left in her to forget the history between us and stay focused on the task at hand. But I find it hard to believe.
Im walking into this match with the knowledge that I could end up fighting the two of you on my own. That I probably have to watch my back not only from my opponents but my partner as well.
And Im perfectly fine with it.
She finally reached the entrance door.
Helena Noir: Im not a hero, Im not promising I will take out the trash and rid Liberty Pro of you. Im not a savior, I wont try to open your eyes on the lie youre living. Im Helena Noir and Im a wrestler. I dont complain, I dont cry, I dont take shortcuts. I dont leave my partners down. I fight.
She pushed the door open, disappearing inside the Arena.
MATCH THREE: TAG TEAM MATCH
Elodie & Trent Grundy vs Isabella Strickland & Helena Noir
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Winners: No Contest
Finishing Move: N/A
Near Falls: Helena Noir (2), Isabella Strickland (2), Trent Grundy (3), Elodie (1)
Match Length: 10: 24
Match Notes:
Helena and Isabella seemed to get along at the beginning of the match despite their being some tension but eventually things turned sour and Isabella argued with Helena, who tagged herself in. This gave Trent the opportunity to take control of the match up and dominate Helena for a bit, showing off his brute strength. Helena, with no help from Isabella, made a come back and she took Trent out with an enziguri. Trent stumbled into his corner and tagged Elodie in and Elodie came into the ring. Noir took Elodie out with a spear and Isabella asked to be tagged in. Helena waved Isabella off before giving her the middle finger. This caused an angry Isy to grab a chair from under the ring. She brought it into the ring and went to hit Helena with it but Noir ducked the chair before pulling it away from Isy. Helena then slammed Isabella in the face with the chair and the referee called for the bell, ruling the match a no contest as Helena took out her tag team partner.
Post Match:
Elodie charged at Helena now and Helena took her out with the chair as well. Helena went to slam the chair down on Elodies chest but Trent pulled Elodie out of the ring and into safety. Trent carried Elodie away and Helena slammed the chair down onto Isabella for good measure one last time before tossing it to the side.
BACKSTAGE
We open up backstage where Liberty Trials champion, Scarlett Highland is standing by with Tim Anderson.
Tim Anderson: I'm here with Scarlett Highland and Scarlett, the first question I have is one that your fans seem most concerned about. Where has your reality show been? Has it been...cancelled?
Scarlett's eyes widen as she points her index finger at Anderson.
Scarlett Highland: First off, don't you ever say such a stupid, silly thing like that! The answer is simple, Tommy.
Tim Anderson: That's actually, Tim...
Scarlett Highland: Did I ask your to interrupt me? Gosh, no manners!
Tim looks down, biting his tongue as the Trials champion continues.
Scarlett Highland: As I was saying before I was RUDELY interrupted, my show has not been cancelled. I'm simply on Holiday break. Episodes of my reality show will continue airing exclusively on Liberty television programming when I choose to resume them. Next question.
Tim Anderson: I'll just get right to what's on everyone's mind. Last week, Brendan Callaghan dropped a bombshell when he produced video evidence of you, The Girls of Summer, and Nathan Callaghan, cozied up together in a room, with you and the other girls with those masks that we've seen recently. Why are you and The Girls of Summer helping each other in matches? Why is Nathan Callaghan working with you?
Scarlett laughs.
Scarlett Highland: Wait, you ACTUALLY believed Brendan Callaghan? That video was so grainy, it could have been anyone. I refuse to answer questions about those accusations. NEXT!
Scarlett crosses her arms and turns her head, also refusing to look Anderson in the eyes at this point.
Tim Anderson: This whole thing with Brendan Callaghan has gotten personal. Where will the proverbial line be drawn? How long can you two continue to go at each other before things go too far?
Scarlett Highland: Brendan is like that itty bitty blemish on your face that refuses to go away. You use prescription cream, you wash your face like ten times a day, but the stubborn, dirty, ugly little blemish sticks around. That's all he's doing...sticking around, and he's using me as his meal ticket. Well Brendan, the ride is almost up. I will personally be talking to Big Callaghan and we're going to figure out a way to get you detached from me, because frankly? You aren't in the same league as me. You're a loser, you've proven that time and time again and me?
Highland pats her championship.
Scarlett Highland: I'm clearly a winner. You have one more question big forehead guy, make it good.
Tim appears uncomfortable as he wipes sweat from his forehead.
Tim Anderson: Tonight you team with The Girls of Summer against Felix Vialpando, Zooey West-Jaa and Gotham champion Ashleigh Powell. What is your strategy to walk out victorious?
Scarlett Highland: I've wrestled Ash before, and she's talented, but let's be real...The Girls of Summer and me? We're ALL champions, Ash is the only champion on that team. Not to mention that last week, Felix and Zooey were trying to take each other's head off in a match. There is bad blood and tension over there, but I get along well with the Girls of Summer, and tonight...we're going to heat up Liberation. You're welcome, loser.
Scarlett presses her index finger into the forehead of the interviewer and laughs as she walks out of the shot.
MATCH FOUR: SINGLES MATCH
Keisha Quickens vs Joey Barber
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Winner: Keisha Quickens
Finishing Move: SmackShot
Near Falls: Keisha Quickens (1), Joey Barber (3)
Match Length: 13:55
Match Notes:
Joey had it pretty easy going in the early stages of the match. Keisha Quickens did her best to chop him down to her size, but each time Joey was able to land a strike, it put the rookie down on the mat. A particularly brutal exchange happen around the midway point with Keisha springboarding off of the middle rope and attempting a crossbody, only to be hit with Joeys Boston Boot mid-air. Fans exploded when the rookie managed to kick out of the pin attempt that followed, but Joey was not done. He scooped Keisha up, and though the rookie gave it a valiant effort, managed to power her up onto his shoulders, looking for the Beantown Bomb. In a tremendous show of heart, Keisha was able to fight her way out, and take Joey down with a hurricanrana. Before the big man could get up off the ground, KeKe made it to her feet, and dimmed his lights with her Quicksand buzzsaw kick. She attempted the pin, only for Joey to get his foot on the ropes, which was met with boos from the fans. Keisha was unable to keep the big man down, and he fought back to his feet, grabbing the woman by the throat and lifting her up for a chokeslam. KeKes quick thinking allowed her to counter into a DDT that spiked Joeys head on the mat. Instead of going for the pin, she made her way to the turnbuckle, climbed to the top, and shot a glance over at her family at ringside. Without further hesitation she jumped from the top, flipping forward and dropping a leg across Joeys throat with the SmackShot before picking up the pin fall.
Post Match:
Keisha rolled out of the ring immediately following her victory and joined her cousin Coby Quik and trainer Kristopher Ryans at ringside. It seems like Kris is just as excited about the win as KeKe, after she picked it up using the finisher that she adopted from him. The three celebrate as KeKe is announced as the winner and she starts to make her way up the ramp to the backstage area, to the sounds of cheers from the crowd. However she only gets halfway up the ramp before being laid out from behind with a vicious clothesline from Maddux Kingcade. Keke goes face first down into the ramp, and Coby Quik leaps the barricade but security is able to intercept him before he can get to Maddux. Trainers run down the ramp to check on KeKe as Maddux backs up the ramp to the stage as the cameras cut away.
BACKSTAGE
The cameras follow a frantic looking Chelsea Quik until she pushes open the door of the medics room. Her cousin by marriage, KeKe Quickens is sitting on the table with an ice pack on her head.
Chelsea Quik: Are you alright?
KeKe manages a smile.
KeKe Quickens: I have been better but nothing too serious. You look really worried but you don't have to worry at all. I will be just fine, I promise.
Chelsea shakes her head.
Chelsea Quik: I don't know what the fu...
KeKe raises her eyebrows causing Chelsea to stop before finishing the swear word
Chelsea Quik: ....fu...dge Maddox thinks he was doing. I will ram his head into a brick wall, so he
knows how it feels..
KeKe takes Chelsea's hand and gives her a sympathetic smile.
KeKe Quickens: No. Chels.. I totally love that you are like being a real big sister right now but you getting involved is not going to fix anything. This is something I gotta deal with. Besides, you aren't Chelsea Payne anymore. We totes talked about it remember? You can't go running around fighting people's battles and making enemies.
Chelsea tightens her hand around KeKes.
Chelsea Quik: I hate to admit youre right. But you are. I have to let you fight your own battles or no one will take you seriously.
KeKe nods and gives a smile, but winces a little and puts her free hand to her head. Chelsea looks concerned.
KeKe Quickens: Im okay. And you got a big win. We both did! Team Quickens For The Win! Right? I am so happy you finally signed that contract that was sitting on your desk for weeks.
Chelsea raises an eyebrow.
Chelsea Quik: How did you...
KeKe smiles.
KeKe Quickens: I held up the envelope to the light. I just didn't want to pressure you, but yay! Still so excited that you are here. I had to totes pinch myself to make sure it wasn't just a dream.
Chelsea can see that the exhaustion in the young woman's face and hear it as her excited tone starts slowing. The medic comes over, urging KeKe to lay down.
Chelsea Quik: How is she really?
The medic gives a slight smile.
Medic: She doesn't have a concussion but her face will be a bit swollen and she will have headaches for a few days, but she will be just fine for next week. Dont worry.
Chelsea nods, pulling up a chair to stay by her cousins side.
MATCH FIVE: SINGLES MATCH
Maddux Kingcade vs Vitor Mata
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Winner: Maddux Kingcade
Finishing Move: FYG Elbow
Near Falls: Vitor Mata (0), Maddux Kingcade (0)
Match Length: 00:12
Match Notes:
As soon as the match started, Vitor charged Maddux and went for a clothesline but Maddux ducked it and then hit the ropes himself. Vitor turned around and Maddux took his head off with the FYG Elbow. Maddux pinned Mata and won the match in what seemed to be record time.
Post Match:
Maddux was announced the winner before the referee raised his hand in victory and he had a grin on his face. Maddux then went and grabbed a mic before beginning to speak.
Maddux Kingcade: You see that shit, Keisha? Thats how you finish off a match. Thats how you get shit done. Oh and one last thing FUCK YO GRAPES!
Maddux dropped the mic and walked away before the scene cut away.
BACKSTAGE
An office door is just slightly ajar as the cameras go backstage, and it creeps open just a little more as Coral Azul peeks out into the hallway to see if Tessa Sweet is anywhere around. Her sisters voice pipes up from behind her with a note of impatience.
Nami Azul: Well? Is she out there?
Coral winces and sighs but they seem to be in luck and the door opens wider to reveal the twins, wearing identical 'non-descript' hoodies over their distinctive gear.
Coral Azul: No I dont see her anywhere.
Coral and Nami Azul: WHEW.
The two link arms and sashay down the hallway from their temporary shelter, hoping to make it to the safety of Nathans office before Tessa finds them!
MATCH SIX: SIX MAN TEAM MATCH
Ashleigh Powell/Felix Vialpando/Zooey West-Jaa vs Girls of Summer & Scarlett Highland
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Winner: Girls of Summer & Scarlett
Finishing Move: That WIll Leave A Scar
Near Falls: Felix (1), Ashleigh (2), Zooey (2), Coral (1), Nami (2), Scarlett (3)
Match Length: 14:32
Match Notes:
The star stacked six man tag match started off with a bang and the unlikely team of Ashleigh, Felix and Zooey managed to work together in the beginning, keeping Girls of Summer and Scarlett on the offensive. Eventually Girls of Summer and Scarlett began to to take control of the match, showing their teamwork and the clear friendship theyve formed over the recent weeks. Scarlett hit Zooey with That Will Leave A Scar but Zooey managed to kick out before the three count. Eventually Zooey managed to take out Scarlett with a brutal kick and then fell down. Zooey tagged in Ash and Scarlett then tagged in Coral. Coral went on the offensive but Ash soon showed off her defensive moves before she went to put Coral in the ZETA submission but when she did Felix tagged himself in. Felix and Ashleigh argued over the situation before Felix shoved Ash and then hit her with a cutter. Felix then turned around and Zooey ended up taking him out with a Crane Kick. Zooey decided to exit the ring and Coral quickly tagged in Scarlett. Scarlett hit Felix with That Will Leave A Scar and then pinned him and picked up the win.
Post Match:
Girls of Summer and Scarlett Highland all hugged each other and celebrated their victory as Felix began to gather himself and he looked around in anger before asking for his notebook to take notes of what happened. Zooey had disappeared by now and Ashleigh Powell walked away from the ring rolling her eyes at Felix, whos antics cost them the match.
BACKSTAGE
The feed cuts to backstage as Scarlett Highland and the Girls of Summer, fresh off of their victory, are walking back down the hall seemingly from the catering area with bottled water in their hands that they grabbed to hydrate after their intense match. They start laughing about something in their conversation before separating when they reach Scarletts locker room. As the Girls of Summer continue heading towards their own room, Scarlett opens her door and shrieks. The Girls run back to check on Scarlett who immediately fumes over something shes pointing at the ceiling.
Scarlett Highland: MY TRIALS TITLE!!! WHO DID THIS?!
The camera looks up to show the Trials championship belt seemingly superglued to the ceiling of the locker room, along with Nathans infamous barbed wire bat, her travel bag and random things from it like her makeup kit and brush. Scarlett jumps up a few times to try to get the stuff down but to no avail, her outstretched hands reaching nowhere near the ceiling. The Girls try to help her and Coral goes to their locker room next door to go get a chair for a boost. While Nami and Scarlett continue to find other ways to take down the things, they hear Coral scream.
Coral Azul: OUR TAG TEAM TITLES!! NAMIIIIII!!!!!
Nami sprints out of the room for her sister and her jaw drops. There, on the ceiling, are their Tag Team championship belts probably also superglued along with their bags too including whatever in them and even from around the room like a chair.
Nami Azul: What the .
Nami turns to the camera with an annoyed look on her face.
Nami Azul: Did you see anybody in here while we were out?
The camera shakes side to side in response. Scarlett lets out a loud cry of frustration from her room as she comes barging over.
Scarlett: Youre so useless!! Get someone else here who actually knows something, NOW!!!
The camera obediently leaves, but not before showing the women in both rooms still trying to get a sense of what just happened to their stuff, especially their title belts. Then once its some distance away from the locker rooms, the video tilts as the camera turns towards the person holding it. The man wears a knitted beanie with a full realistic-looking beard attached to it that easily covers most of his face. As he holds up the camera properly, he pulls off the beanie and beard disguise, revealing himself to be none other than Brendan Callaghan with the biggest shit-eating grin on his face as he tries to hold in his laughter.
MATCH SEVEN: SINGLES MATCH
Zeke Reed vs Brendan Callaghan
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Winner: Zeke Reed
Finishing Move: Roll Up
Near Falls: Brendan Callaghan (4), Zeke Reed (3)
Match Length: 14:24
Match Notes:
Brendan starts the match out strong keeping Zeke on his heels for the most part. But Zeke is able to battle back and even overcome Brendan holding the tights on a near fall and even a low blow. Brendan continued his antics throughout the match, doing whatever it took to win before Zeke eventually played Brendan at his own game, rolling him up with a schoolboy and holding onto the tights. Brendan couldnt kick out and Zeke picked up the pinfall and the win as the referee didnt see him holding Brendans tights.
Post Match:
Brendan looked up at Zeke in surprise. Zeke simply smirked and shrugged his shoulders before exiting the ring. Brendan eventually gave Zeke a nod of respect, knowing that he just got a taste of his own medicine.
BACKSTAGE
Becky Balfour-Lawless: Tonight I battle Anastasia Hayden. Apparently, I'm supposed to be afraid.
The locker room of Balfour-Lawless is completely dark. The only thing visible is the outline of her body.
Becky Balfour-Lawless: Like the dark, we're supposed to fear it. The unknown. The idea that what you can't see, or what you aren't familiar with can hurt you. Apparently, Anastasia Hayden has wanted a match with one of us for awhile. She knows what we're capable of. All you have to do is turn on the lights and see for yourself.
As the lights come on, Becky has the CWC Trios championship and CWC Tag team championship draped over each shoulder. Her blonde hair is brushed over, covering her face.
Becky Balfour-Lawless: I don't blame her for wanting a match with us. Look at what we're about. Championships. Family. Success. She wants the chance to wrestle one of us, use our success as a platform to build her own name up in CWC. I say that because I know she's had success elsewhere. That was a pretty nice loss she suffered at the hands of Cy Riddle lately too.
Becky laughs quietly.
Becky Balfour-Lawless: The difference between Anastasia and myself is...if I want a match, or have a problem, I'm overly vocal about it. I don't whisper and scatter about like a mouse, I'm in your face, yelling, ready for a fight. That's what I've done my entire life. Fight.
Becky leans back against the as the championships are clearly the focal point of the camera shot.
Becky Balfour-Lawless: Tonight, Anastasia, you get your chance. #TheSociety runs from no one. #TheSociety take on all comers, and #TheSociety? We rarely travel alone.
With a snap of her fingers, the locker room is flooded by Followers who kneel before Becky. She places her hand on the bald head of one of them.
Becky Balfour-Lawless: Ask yourself, Anastasia, are you sure this is what you want? Are you sure you want to step among the fallen? Are you ready to wrestle with the woman with nothing to lose? There's an old saying...be careful what you wish for. Tonight, you'll see why that saying remains relevant today.
Balfour slaps the top of the man's head and the entire sea of Followers part for her as she walks between them, and out of her locker room.
MATCH EIGHT: SINGLES MATCH
Anastasia Hayden vs Becky Balfour
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Winner: Anastasia Hayden
Finishing Move: She Was Only Seventeen
Near Falls: Coda (4), Anastasia (3), Becky (5)
Match Length: 17:32
Match Notes:
This match was one of the highly anticipated ones of the night. Becky and Ana went back and forth but eventually Ana controlled the beginning of the match. She hit Becky with some huge moves, like the Magnola Knee, but Becky kicked out and refused to give up. Eventually, Becky regained control before she hit Anastasia with Detroit Is Burning (Pop Up Powerbomb), which is a shoutout out to her significant other, Seth Lawless. Becky pinned Ana but Hayden managed to kick out. Becky was getting ready to hit Anastasia with Scream For Me (Reverse DDT) but suddenly Megan Rydell of Empire Pro and Pride Pro came through the crowd and then jumped up on the apron. Becky let go of Ana and charged at Megan and took a swing at her but Megan dropped from the apron. When Becky turned around, she was met by a charging Anastasia Hayden, who nailed her with She Was Only Seventeen (Running Single Leg Dropkick). Ana then pinned Becky and picked up the three count.
Post Match:
Megan slid into the ring and Anastasia gave her a smirk and a wink before saying, good job, followed by Shes all yours. Before pointing at Becky. Ana exited the ring and Megan looked down at Becky before picking her up off of the mat. Megan then nailed Becky with The Beautiful Disaster (Lifted DDT) and the fans were going nuts. Megan then asked for a microphone and it was given to her.
Megan Rydell: Sorry for interrupting your programming, but Im here to issue a challenge. Becky? You wanted a one on one lumberjack match? Well, youre not going to get it. No, if you want me in the ring, then were going to fight family versus family, team versus team. Thats right, at No Mans Land, its going to be the Ascendancy versus #TheSociety. So Becky, what do you have to say?
Becky started to get up on her knees and she looked ready to attack Megan but Megan ended up clocking Becky in the head with the microphone.
Megan Rydell: Oops, I guess youll have to answer me later. What a shame.
Megan held the mic out and did a mic drop with it when suddenly the entire #Society charged down the entrance ramp. Megan quickly rolled out of the ring and exited through the crowd, escaping just in time. #TheSociety members then got into the ring to check on Becky, who was now bleeding from the microphone shot to the head.
BACKSTAGE
Backstage now and Melissa Reeves is standing with Tim Anderson. He is smartly dressed, as per, whilst she is wearing her ring gear, with one of her t-shirts over the top. The Vengeance title sits at her waist and the Liberty title is over her shoulder. She looks calm and collected as she awaits the questioning.
Tim: Melissa, first of all, congratulations on capturing the Vengeance Undisputed title over in VPW!
Melissa looks down at the title around her waist, the back up to Tim.
Melissa: Thank you. Honestly, its crazy to think that Im both the Vengeance and Liberty Champion at the same time. There cant be many people who have held two top titles in two different CWC territories concurrently.
Tim: Well, actually, my research shows that this may actually be the first time thats happened. So thats another great record to add to your growing reputation.
Melissa: Oh, wow. Well Ill certainly take it.
Tim smiles as Melissa chuckles a little.
Tim: But onto tonight, and youre defending your Liberty Title later on, again Carina Eventide. What are your thoughts there?
Melissa nods and licks across her lip before replying.
Melissa: Ahh look, Carina is a capable opponent, no doubt about it. But shes not been on the best run of form and, honestly, Im not sure what shes done to earn this shot. But the match is what the match is, I cant change that. All I can do is go out there and win it. And thats exactly the plan, Tim.
Tim: Given your recently successes and accomplishments, few would be betting against you. Melissa, I know youre a busy woman so let me thank you for your time.
Melissa: Its always a pleasure. And, if I may, Id like to just quickly thank those fans who do believe in me. The people who support me by chanting my name, bringing a sign with a positive message or maybe wearing my merch. That means a lot to me. Your support really is what fuels me. So to all of you, sincerely, thank you.
She steps closer to the camera and blows a kiss, before heading off to prepare for her upcoming bout.
BACKSTAGE
Seth Lawless walks into the locker room where Paul Bolden was sitting. Paul held one of the CWC World Tag Titles on his lap. He was polishing it as Seth patted him on the back. Seth looked at the title and shook his head.
Seth Lawless: I cant see myself in it Paul. Put more elbow into it. Wax on wax off kemosabi!
Paul shook his head and thought about dropping the title on the ground but he thought better of it when he looked up at Seth.
Paul Bolden: Yeah, sure youve got it Seth
Seth nodded his head as he walked over and grabbed a bottle of water that was in the room along with a cookie. He took a bite of the cookie and quickly spit it out.
Seth Lawless: Paul! I thought I told you to make sure they got me sugar cookies not peanut butter cookies you trying to kill me or something?
Paul Bolden: No Seth, I...its my bad Ill go fix it right now .
Paul left but before he left he handed the title to Seth who quickly placed it on his shoulder.
Seth Lawless: All of the hard work that I have put in since I came to Liberty has finally paid off. I wanted to be a champion for a damn long time and I worked my ass off to get it. When Becky and I finally won these titles it made it all worthwhile. All of the people that said shit about us that said wed never make it. Said that we wouldnt get to do anything, said that we wouldnt be able to carry the CWC in any shape or form. But finally we did it. And I am not going to let this title go in any way shape or form.
He looked at the title one more time and nodded his head.
Seth Lawless: Now dont get this twisted just because Becky and I are not defending the titles tonight it doesnt mean we are going to lose a step. Im walking in there with the Anarchy Champion the man that is a machine in that ring and the one that has been the most loyal to Becky and I. Warren, wont let these titles drop either he knows what is at stake and he knows what he needs to do to keep the titles.
Seth cracks his neck a bit as he takes another drink of water.
Seth Lawless: As for our opponents tonight Honey and Coda well you are walking into a buzzsaw. Honey, as for you I get that you are excited to be in this match and that youd love to win these titles but you arent. I told you that, you might be excited and that you cant believe that it is happening but you know what this is all you are going to get. Youll just be able to stare at these titles. As for you Coda, well you and Warren have had a little bit of a back and forth and you know what because I am so nice I might just have Warren take you out while I take care of Honey. Either way both of you need to know that you arent taking the Society down tonight. We just got on top of the mountain and it is going to take someone a lot stronger than you guys to push us off
Seth looks at his title and kisses it as the scene fades.
HEADLINE: EXTREME RULES FOR THE LIBERTY CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
Melissa Reeves vs Carina Eventide
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Winner: Melissa Reeves
Finishing Move: Facial Deconstructor
Near Falls: Melissa Reeves (3), Carina Eventide (5)
Match Length: 19:34
Match Notes:
This match definitely played in Carina Eventides favor and she showed the side of her that we were used to several months ago as she took things to the extreme. Carina used a variety of hardcore weapons on Melissa throughout the match, taking Melissa out with a trash can that she wrapped around her and then beat her down in it with a kendo stick. Carina pinned but couldnt keep Reeves down. Eventually Carina went to the full on extreme and she set a table on fire and the crowd began to freak out. Carina went to grab Reeves and tried to lift her up in a suplex but Melissa countered it before she hit Carina with the Reaver Slam (Angle Slam) and put her straight through the flaming table. A referee sprayed the fire off of Carina before a tired out Melissa pulled Carina towards her and pinned her for the three count.
Post Match:
The match ended and Melissa was declared the winner. She gingerly held her Liberty Championship up in the air as her music blared. Carina, amazingly, got up to her feet and her and Melissa stared each other down before Melissa offered a handshake. Carina accepted and the two shook hands and nodded, showing a sign of respect before Carina exited the ring and left Melissa to continue to celebrate.
BACKSTAGE
Honey appears backstage in the HitGirls cheerleader uniform she forgot to return and her pompoms in the backstage area jittering with excitement. She claps her pompoms together three times and begins to spell out her own name.
Honey: H - O - N - E - Y...
And then Honey spells out her partner's name.
Honey: C - O - D - A
Honey begins to roll her forearms.
Honey: Goooooo...Honey and Coda!
And then pops her arms up with a cheery smile.
Honey: Because I've never been, like, a world tag team champion before. And I know that The Society did win their match at Weekend of Trios, but I can't say congratulations to them.
Honey shakes her head and turns around to pick up a little t-shirt she had printed up which she holds against her body. She then reads the text printed on it.
Honey: Always play fair when you wrestle in the square. And Warren and Trent were cheaters! They got involved when they're not even in the match up and stuff. So I hope they won't do that stuff in our match, no no.
Honey shakes her head with kind and fond wishes.
Honey: Because this is mine and Coda's first ever team match together and stuff. Like, we're new but I have experience, she has experience so that's like doubly experiences and stuff! And we did win against Vitor and Romeo too! So we're....
Honey begins to roll her pompoms again and then spells out some more letters.
Honey: S - U - P - E - R! Super!
She ends with a big happy smile and runs to the camera waving her pompoms until they cover it up to a black screen to end the feed.
BACKSTAGE
The scene cut backstage and we find Megan Rydell, who attacked Becky earlier in the night. Megan walked towards the parking lot before looking behind her one last time. She turned around and she was suddenly met by Ashleigh Powell, who speared Megan down onto the ground. She then picked Megan up and shoved her face first into the wall.
Ashleigh Powell: What Megan!? You thought you could get away with attacking me? That Id just let it slide?
An enraged Ashleigh picked Megan up again but Megan started to fight back as she pushed Ash up against the wall. Megan began to shove forearm shots into Ashleighs face but Ashleigh countered back and hit Megan with a headbutt and followed it up with The Beauitful Disaster (Lifted DDT), adding insult to injury by stealing Megans move from her. Ashleigh then stood over Megan and yelled.
Ashleigh Powell: I was always there for you! I did everything for you! It was YOU who turned on me! YOU!
Ashleigh then glanced to the side and she saw the rest of the Ascendancy members charging out from a car that was waiting for Megan. They run towards Powell, who quickly sprints away and out of site. Riley, Aria and Jackson all check on Megan, who is starting to come to before they help her get up and leave towards the parking lot.
MAIN EVENT: CWC WORLD TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
Coda & Honey vs #TheSociety (Warren Corbett & Seth Lawless)
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Winner: Warren Corbett & Seth Lawless
Finishing Move: Detroit Is Burning (Seth Lawless)
Near Falls: Coda (4), Honey (3), Seth Lawless (3), Warren Corbett (2)
Match Length: 17:32
Match Notes:
Coda and Honey survived the quick start by Corbett and Lawless despite the quick tags and questionable double teams by the Society. Coda battled back to get her team on even footing before tagging in Honey who almost won the match for her team on two occasions. But the numbers game of Grundy at ring side proved to be too much as Coda was dropped with Detroit Is Burning after knocking Trent Grundy off the ring apron. Lawless made the pin while Corbett kept Honey down.
Post Match:
After the match, Corbett looked to do more damage to Coda but Honey cut him off, taking him out with a superkick. Grundy got into the ring and charged Honey but Coda had recovered and took Grundy out with a step up enziguri. Seth charged them now and Honey and Coda both took him out with a double superkick. The three #Society members rolled out of the ring as Coda and Honey stayed in a fighting stance before glancing over at each other and giving a nod of approval.
BACKSTAGE
The scene cut backstage one last time to see Tessa Sweet knocking on Nathan Callaghan's door. He answers and gives her a stern look.
Nathan Callaghan: Show's over, Tessa, what do you want?
She looked at him confidently and cleared her throat.
Tessa Sweet: I want to know your involvement with Girls of Summer and Scarlett?
Nate scoffed and shook his head.
Nathan Callaghan: Listen Tessa, there's a special party going on tonight for my daughter, Codie, and I don't have time for this shit.
Tessa shook her head.
Tessa Sweet: I'm sorry Nathan, but you hired me to do the important, special interviews. So I need some answers.
Nathan gave Tessa a glare before he raised his voice.
Nathan Callaghan: Fine! You want answers? You and me! Next week, a special interview. Now get the fuck out of here.
Nathan slammed his door before Tessa looked at the camera and smirked, knowing fully well that she just got exactly what she wanted.
LIBERATION: EPISODE EIGHTEEN
LIVE ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 20TH, 2017 FROM THE HAMMERSTEIN BALLROOM IN MANHATTAN, NEW YORK
MATCH ONE: SINGLES MATCH
Nora Lee vs. Romeo Black
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Winner: Nora Lee
Finishing Move: Most Glamorous Moonsault Ever
Near Falls: Romeo Black (4), Nora Lee (2)
Match Length: 09:53
Match Notes:
This match was a back and forth affair with Romeo coming up close several times, picking up four near falls against Nora. Nora showed her resiliency throughout the match though, showing that she wasnt going to let up in her debut match. Eventually Avery Smith, Emily Jacksons former tag partner, made her way down to the ring. She yelled at Romeo, Emilys boyfriend, and this distracted him. When he turned around, Nora hit him with a superkick before following it up with the Most Glamorous Moonsault Ever. Nora pinned Romeo and got the win and three count.
Post Match:
Nora celebrated her debut victory as the referee raised her hand but when Avery Smith got into the ring with a chair in hand, Nora wisely retreated. Avery kept her eyes on a conflicted Nora before she turned to a recovering Romeo Black and she decked him in the face with the chair. Avery then hit Romeo over and over again until he stopped moving and the chair was bent in half. Avery then grabbed a microphone and began to speak.
Avery Smith: Emily I figured out the issue with our team and it was clearly all of the attention youve been giving to Romeo. So now that Ive taken him out We can focus on you and me again. See you soon, Em.
Avery dropped the mic and stared daggers into the camera before the scene cut away.
BACKSTAGE
A small, rapid series of knocks and a twist of the handle shows Anastasia Hayden and Isabella Strickland walking into Nathan Callaghans office.
Nathan Callaghan: Yeah, sure, come right in.
He waves them in as Ana takes a seat in one of the office chairs, an arrogant smile on her face.
Anastasia Hayden: Nathan! Just the boss I wanted to see.
Nathan Callaghan: Im also the only boss
Ana chuckles while Nathan just stares, curious as to what brought the two into his office.
Anastasia Hayden: Semantics. Anyways, we thought wed drop by for a visit and ask a small favor.
Nathan Callaghan: Right...Im listening.
Anastasia Hayden: So look, tonight, Ive got Balfour, right? Right. And we both know those Society dorks are going to be hanging around ringside to keep a watch on queen bee. Well you know me, I only want the best.
Nathan Callaghan: And youre suggesting
Gesturing with his hand, Nathan waits for the next part.
Anastasia Hayden: Well, I cant exactly face the best if Ive got to worry about Beckys pups. And I want that loser to myself. So...what Im suggesting is easy. You just ban them from ringside. Easy!
Ana keeps her confident, cocky smile while Nathan looks at the two, pondering the deal before finally nodding.
Nathan Callaghan: Alright, Ana. Deal. But, of course, in being fair, you know that means no Isabella at ringside.
The two exchange a quick look between each other before Isabella gives Ana a thumbs up and Ana smirks.
Anastasia Hayden: Psh, look who youre talking to, Nathan. Ive got this.
Nathan Callaghan: Im sure you do.
Ana stands up from the chair and makes her exit along with Isabella, not closing the door on the way out.
Nathan Callaghan: Youre welcome.
He says as theyve already left and goes to close his door before the camera cuts elsewhere.
MATCH TWO: SINGLES MATCH
Chelsea Quik vs Isla Carter
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Winner: Chelsea Quik
Finishing Move: Upper-Crust
Near Falls: Chelsea Quik (1), Isla Carter (2)
Match Length: 7:32
Match Notes:
Chelsea Quik got off to a slow start in her debut. Whether it was ring rust, or just playing conservative since coming back from a serious injury to her arm, it did not last long. She was able to turn the tables around the three minute mark with her Kickstarter Project spinning heel kick that bought her some time to regroup even after Isla kicked out of the pin attempt. The spurt was short lived, as Isla countered a whip attempt into a Kimura lock on Chelseas surgically repaired arm. Chelsea flailed, being too far from the ropes to get the break. Instead, Chelseas quick thinking allowed her to reposition, pinning Islas shoulders to the mat and causing her to break the hold or lose the match. Isla released the hold, but when the two got back to their feet, it was Chelsea who was faster on the draw, with a Chick Kick that dropped Isla back down. Chelsea made her way outside the ropes, and climbed up to the top turnbuckle. She blew a kiss directed to her family at ringside, and then jumped from the top as Isla got up, landing on her shoulders and flipping her around into a pin with her Upper-Crust molly-go-round that got her the victory in her debut.
Post Match:
Chelsea got back up to her feet, clutching her arm to her chest. The referee raised her good arm in victory as the announcement of her win was made and she rolled out of the ring. Cameras stay on her as she walks around the outside of the ring and over to the corner next to the ramp where her husband Coby Quik, and friend Kristopher Ryans are there to congratulate her. The three celebrate as the cameras cut away to another part of the arena.
EARLIER...
Helena Noir: If theres someone I despise more than Isabella Strickland in this company, is The Society.
The camera follows Helena Noir walking down the renowned 34th Street. The foot traffic is something crazy, as usual in one of the citys major shopping street and the Liberty wrestler has her work cut out for her making her way through the crowd and dodging the pedestrians.
Helena Noir: For way too long I saw them running their own agenda in this company, and, even worse, I had to hear all the bullshit they love spewing. False propaganda, a bunch of easy and catchy slogan for rebel wannabes and all in all, empty words from a bunch of hypocrites. Starting from their leader-not-leader, Becky, the spokeswoman of this family. You know, I could even get behind some of the things you said, I would lie if I told you I never felt like I didnt belong I was sixteen, I was angry and I was scared. I left home, following a group of friends, the guy I loved. They were a better family than the one I was leaving behind, of that I was sure. So trust me when I say that I understand where you all come from, Ive been there. What I cant, and will never understand, is why you keep lying to yourself, your family and your followers. None of your actions is aimed to make the world a better place, youre not fighting the injustice in this world, youre not the voice of the voiceless, to use an expression overused in this business. Youre doing this to satisfy your ego, your thirst for power and fame. Youre using those people dumb enough to buy into the lies you keep pontificating to get noticed, to make a name for yourself. And the saddest part is that you do all this to finally feel accepted. You need the approval of the same people you criticize, the same people you look down to from the pedestal you elevated yourself onto. Kinda selfish, dont you think? And pathetic.
On her way to the Hammerstein Ballroom, she turns left down the 8th Avenue. The lights of the famous Arena, home of Liberty Pro, could already be seen in the distance.
Helena Noir: Ive been waiting for quite some time for my chance at you guys. And tonight I finally get it. Elodie and Trent Grundy, the last two people joining your ranks. If we choose to forget the other chick, what was her name? Havyn, or something like that I love how you guys always remind everyone of how many people constantly join your ranks, whether as family or as invisible followers but you never mentioned the one person who saw the light and waved goodbye. Selective memory is always such a useful tool to build your own narrative
Anyway, Elodie and Trent. Under any other circumstance, with any other partner on my side, I would be sorry for whats going to happen to you. But the fact of the matter is that I cant fully trust my own tag partner. I would like to think that theres enough dignity left in her to forget the history between us and stay focused on the task at hand. But I find it hard to believe.
Im walking into this match with the knowledge that I could end up fighting the two of you on my own. That I probably have to watch my back not only from my opponents but my partner as well.
And Im perfectly fine with it.
She finally reached the entrance door.
Helena Noir: Im not a hero, Im not promising I will take out the trash and rid Liberty Pro of you. Im not a savior, I wont try to open your eyes on the lie youre living. Im Helena Noir and Im a wrestler. I dont complain, I dont cry, I dont take shortcuts. I dont leave my partners down. I fight.
She pushed the door open, disappearing inside the Arena.
MATCH THREE: TAG TEAM MATCH
Elodie & Trent Grundy vs Isabella Strickland & Helena Noir
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Winners: No Contest
Finishing Move: N/A
Near Falls: Helena Noir (2), Isabella Strickland (2), Trent Grundy (3), Elodie (1)
Match Length: 10: 24
Match Notes:
Helena and Isabella seemed to get along at the beginning of the match despite their being some tension but eventually things turned sour and Isabella argued with Helena, who tagged herself in. This gave Trent the opportunity to take control of the match up and dominate Helena for a bit, showing off his brute strength. Helena, with no help from Isabella, made a come back and she took Trent out with an enziguri. Trent stumbled into his corner and tagged Elodie in and Elodie came into the ring. Noir took Elodie out with a spear and Isabella asked to be tagged in. Helena waved Isabella off before giving her the middle finger. This caused an angry Isy to grab a chair from under the ring. She brought it into the ring and went to hit Helena with it but Noir ducked the chair before pulling it away from Isy. Helena then slammed Isabella in the face with the chair and the referee called for the bell, ruling the match a no contest as Helena took out her tag team partner.
Post Match:
Elodie charged at Helena now and Helena took her out with the chair as well. Helena went to slam the chair down on Elodies chest but Trent pulled Elodie out of the ring and into safety. Trent carried Elodie away and Helena slammed the chair down onto Isabella for good measure one last time before tossing it to the side.
BACKSTAGE
We open up backstage where Liberty Trials champion, Scarlett Highland is standing by with Tim Anderson.
Tim Anderson: I'm here with Scarlett Highland and Scarlett, the first question I have is one that your fans seem most concerned about. Where has your reality show been? Has it been...cancelled?
Scarlett's eyes widen as she points her index finger at Anderson.
Scarlett Highland: First off, don't you ever say such a stupid, silly thing like that! The answer is simple, Tommy.
Tim Anderson: That's actually, Tim...
Scarlett Highland: Did I ask your to interrupt me? Gosh, no manners!
Tim looks down, biting his tongue as the Trials champion continues.
Scarlett Highland: As I was saying before I was RUDELY interrupted, my show has not been cancelled. I'm simply on Holiday break. Episodes of my reality show will continue airing exclusively on Liberty television programming when I choose to resume them. Next question.
Tim Anderson: I'll just get right to what's on everyone's mind. Last week, Brendan Callaghan dropped a bombshell when he produced video evidence of you, The Girls of Summer, and Nathan Callaghan, cozied up together in a room, with you and the other girls with those masks that we've seen recently. Why are you and The Girls of Summer helping each other in matches? Why is Nathan Callaghan working with you?
Scarlett laughs.
Scarlett Highland: Wait, you ACTUALLY believed Brendan Callaghan? That video was so grainy, it could have been anyone. I refuse to answer questions about those accusations. NEXT!
Scarlett crosses her arms and turns her head, also refusing to look Anderson in the eyes at this point.
Tim Anderson: This whole thing with Brendan Callaghan has gotten personal. Where will the proverbial line be drawn? How long can you two continue to go at each other before things go too far?
Scarlett Highland: Brendan is like that itty bitty blemish on your face that refuses to go away. You use prescription cream, you wash your face like ten times a day, but the stubborn, dirty, ugly little blemish sticks around. That's all he's doing...sticking around, and he's using me as his meal ticket. Well Brendan, the ride is almost up. I will personally be talking to Big Callaghan and we're going to figure out a way to get you detached from me, because frankly? You aren't in the same league as me. You're a loser, you've proven that time and time again and me?
Highland pats her championship.
Scarlett Highland: I'm clearly a winner. You have one more question big forehead guy, make it good.
Tim appears uncomfortable as he wipes sweat from his forehead.
Tim Anderson: Tonight you team with The Girls of Summer against Felix Vialpando, Zooey West-Jaa and Gotham champion Ashleigh Powell. What is your strategy to walk out victorious?
Scarlett Highland: I've wrestled Ash before, and she's talented, but let's be real...The Girls of Summer and me? We're ALL champions, Ash is the only champion on that team. Not to mention that last week, Felix and Zooey were trying to take each other's head off in a match. There is bad blood and tension over there, but I get along well with the Girls of Summer, and tonight...we're going to heat up Liberation. You're welcome, loser.
Scarlett presses her index finger into the forehead of the interviewer and laughs as she walks out of the shot.
MATCH FOUR: SINGLES MATCH
Keisha Quickens vs Joey Barber
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Winner: Keisha Quickens
Finishing Move: SmackShot
Near Falls: Keisha Quickens (1), Joey Barber (3)
Match Length: 13:55
Match Notes:
Joey had it pretty easy going in the early stages of the match. Keisha Quickens did her best to chop him down to her size, but each time Joey was able to land a strike, it put the rookie down on the mat. A particularly brutal exchange happen around the midway point with Keisha springboarding off of the middle rope and attempting a crossbody, only to be hit with Joeys Boston Boot mid-air. Fans exploded when the rookie managed to kick out of the pin attempt that followed, but Joey was not done. He scooped Keisha up, and though the rookie gave it a valiant effort, managed to power her up onto his shoulders, looking for the Beantown Bomb. In a tremendous show of heart, Keisha was able to fight her way out, and take Joey down with a hurricanrana. Before the big man could get up off the ground, KeKe made it to her feet, and dimmed his lights with her Quicksand buzzsaw kick. She attempted the pin, only for Joey to get his foot on the ropes, which was met with boos from the fans. Keisha was unable to keep the big man down, and he fought back to his feet, grabbing the woman by the throat and lifting her up for a chokeslam. KeKes quick thinking allowed her to counter into a DDT that spiked Joeys head on the mat. Instead of going for the pin, she made her way to the turnbuckle, climbed to the top, and shot a glance over at her family at ringside. Without further hesitation she jumped from the top, flipping forward and dropping a leg across Joeys throat with the SmackShot before picking up the pin fall.
Post Match:
Keisha rolled out of the ring immediately following her victory and joined her cousin Coby Quik and trainer Kristopher Ryans at ringside. It seems like Kris is just as excited about the win as KeKe, after she picked it up using the finisher that she adopted from him. The three celebrate as KeKe is announced as the winner and she starts to make her way up the ramp to the backstage area, to the sounds of cheers from the crowd. However she only gets halfway up the ramp before being laid out from behind with a vicious clothesline from Maddux Kingcade. Keke goes face first down into the ramp, and Coby Quik leaps the barricade but security is able to intercept him before he can get to Maddux. Trainers run down the ramp to check on KeKe as Maddux backs up the ramp to the stage as the cameras cut away.
BACKSTAGE
The cameras follow a frantic looking Chelsea Quik until she pushes open the door of the medics room. Her cousin by marriage, KeKe Quickens is sitting on the table with an ice pack on her head.
Chelsea Quik: Are you alright?
KeKe manages a smile.
KeKe Quickens: I have been better but nothing too serious. You look really worried but you don't have to worry at all. I will be just fine, I promise.
Chelsea shakes her head.
Chelsea Quik: I don't know what the fu...
KeKe raises her eyebrows causing Chelsea to stop before finishing the swear word
Chelsea Quik: ....fu...dge Maddox thinks he was doing. I will ram his head into a brick wall, so he
knows how it feels..
KeKe takes Chelsea's hand and gives her a sympathetic smile.
KeKe Quickens: No. Chels.. I totally love that you are like being a real big sister right now but you getting involved is not going to fix anything. This is something I gotta deal with. Besides, you aren't Chelsea Payne anymore. We totes talked about it remember? You can't go running around fighting people's battles and making enemies.
Chelsea tightens her hand around KeKes.
Chelsea Quik: I hate to admit youre right. But you are. I have to let you fight your own battles or no one will take you seriously.
KeKe nods and gives a smile, but winces a little and puts her free hand to her head. Chelsea looks concerned.
KeKe Quickens: Im okay. And you got a big win. We both did! Team Quickens For The Win! Right? I am so happy you finally signed that contract that was sitting on your desk for weeks.
Chelsea raises an eyebrow.
Chelsea Quik: How did you...
KeKe smiles.
KeKe Quickens: I held up the envelope to the light. I just didn't want to pressure you, but yay! Still so excited that you are here. I had to totes pinch myself to make sure it wasn't just a dream.
Chelsea can see that the exhaustion in the young woman's face and hear it as her excited tone starts slowing. The medic comes over, urging KeKe to lay down.
Chelsea Quik: How is she really?
The medic gives a slight smile.
Medic: She doesn't have a concussion but her face will be a bit swollen and she will have headaches for a few days, but she will be just fine for next week. Dont worry.
Chelsea nods, pulling up a chair to stay by her cousins side.
MATCH FIVE: SINGLES MATCH
Maddux Kingcade vs Vitor Mata
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Winner: Maddux Kingcade
Finishing Move: FYG Elbow
Near Falls: Vitor Mata (0), Maddux Kingcade (0)
Match Length: 00:12
Match Notes:
As soon as the match started, Vitor charged Maddux and went for a clothesline but Maddux ducked it and then hit the ropes himself. Vitor turned around and Maddux took his head off with the FYG Elbow. Maddux pinned Mata and won the match in what seemed to be record time.
Post Match:
Maddux was announced the winner before the referee raised his hand in victory and he had a grin on his face. Maddux then went and grabbed a mic before beginning to speak.
Maddux Kingcade: You see that shit, Keisha? Thats how you finish off a match. Thats how you get shit done. Oh and one last thing FUCK YO GRAPES!
Maddux dropped the mic and walked away before the scene cut away.
BACKSTAGE
An office door is just slightly ajar as the cameras go backstage, and it creeps open just a little more as Coral Azul peeks out into the hallway to see if Tessa Sweet is anywhere around. Her sisters voice pipes up from behind her with a note of impatience.
Nami Azul: Well? Is she out there?
Coral winces and sighs but they seem to be in luck and the door opens wider to reveal the twins, wearing identical 'non-descript' hoodies over their distinctive gear.
Coral Azul: No I dont see her anywhere.
Coral and Nami Azul: WHEW.
The two link arms and sashay down the hallway from their temporary shelter, hoping to make it to the safety of Nathans office before Tessa finds them!
MATCH SIX: SIX MAN TEAM MATCH
Ashleigh Powell/Felix Vialpando/Zooey West-Jaa vs Girls of Summer & Scarlett Highland
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Winner: Girls of Summer & Scarlett
Finishing Move: That WIll Leave A Scar
Near Falls: Felix (1), Ashleigh (2), Zooey (2), Coral (1), Nami (2), Scarlett (3)
Match Length: 14:32
Match Notes:
The star stacked six man tag match started off with a bang and the unlikely team of Ashleigh, Felix and Zooey managed to work together in the beginning, keeping Girls of Summer and Scarlett on the offensive. Eventually Girls of Summer and Scarlett began to to take control of the match, showing their teamwork and the clear friendship theyve formed over the recent weeks. Scarlett hit Zooey with That Will Leave A Scar but Zooey managed to kick out before the three count. Eventually Zooey managed to take out Scarlett with a brutal kick and then fell down. Zooey tagged in Ash and Scarlett then tagged in Coral. Coral went on the offensive but Ash soon showed off her defensive moves before she went to put Coral in the ZETA submission but when she did Felix tagged himself in. Felix and Ashleigh argued over the situation before Felix shoved Ash and then hit her with a cutter. Felix then turned around and Zooey ended up taking him out with a Crane Kick. Zooey decided to exit the ring and Coral quickly tagged in Scarlett. Scarlett hit Felix with That Will Leave A Scar and then pinned him and picked up the win.
Post Match:
Girls of Summer and Scarlett Highland all hugged each other and celebrated their victory as Felix began to gather himself and he looked around in anger before asking for his notebook to take notes of what happened. Zooey had disappeared by now and Ashleigh Powell walked away from the ring rolling her eyes at Felix, whos antics cost them the match.
BACKSTAGE
The feed cuts to backstage as Scarlett Highland and the Girls of Summer, fresh off of their victory, are walking back down the hall seemingly from the catering area with bottled water in their hands that they grabbed to hydrate after their intense match. They start laughing about something in their conversation before separating when they reach Scarletts locker room. As the Girls of Summer continue heading towards their own room, Scarlett opens her door and shrieks. The Girls run back to check on Scarlett who immediately fumes over something shes pointing at the ceiling.
Scarlett Highland: MY TRIALS TITLE!!! WHO DID THIS?!
The camera looks up to show the Trials championship belt seemingly superglued to the ceiling of the locker room, along with Nathans infamous barbed wire bat, her travel bag and random things from it like her makeup kit and brush. Scarlett jumps up a few times to try to get the stuff down but to no avail, her outstretched hands reaching nowhere near the ceiling. The Girls try to help her and Coral goes to their locker room next door to go get a chair for a boost. While Nami and Scarlett continue to find other ways to take down the things, they hear Coral scream.
Coral Azul: OUR TAG TEAM TITLES!! NAMIIIIII!!!!!
Nami sprints out of the room for her sister and her jaw drops. There, on the ceiling, are their Tag Team championship belts probably also superglued along with their bags too including whatever in them and even from around the room like a chair.
Nami Azul: What the .
Nami turns to the camera with an annoyed look on her face.
Nami Azul: Did you see anybody in here while we were out?
The camera shakes side to side in response. Scarlett lets out a loud cry of frustration from her room as she comes barging over.
Scarlett: Youre so useless!! Get someone else here who actually knows something, NOW!!!
The camera obediently leaves, but not before showing the women in both rooms still trying to get a sense of what just happened to their stuff, especially their title belts. Then once its some distance away from the locker rooms, the video tilts as the camera turns towards the person holding it. The man wears a knitted beanie with a full realistic-looking beard attached to it that easily covers most of his face. As he holds up the camera properly, he pulls off the beanie and beard disguise, revealing himself to be none other than Brendan Callaghan with the biggest shit-eating grin on his face as he tries to hold in his laughter.
MATCH SEVEN: SINGLES MATCH
Zeke Reed vs Brendan Callaghan
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Winner: Zeke Reed
Finishing Move: Roll Up
Near Falls: Brendan Callaghan (4), Zeke Reed (3)
Match Length: 14:24
Match Notes:
Brendan starts the match out strong keeping Zeke on his heels for the most part. But Zeke is able to battle back and even overcome Brendan holding the tights on a near fall and even a low blow. Brendan continued his antics throughout the match, doing whatever it took to win before Zeke eventually played Brendan at his own game, rolling him up with a schoolboy and holding onto the tights. Brendan couldnt kick out and Zeke picked up the pinfall and the win as the referee didnt see him holding Brendans tights.
Post Match:
Brendan looked up at Zeke in surprise. Zeke simply smirked and shrugged his shoulders before exiting the ring. Brendan eventually gave Zeke a nod of respect, knowing that he just got a taste of his own medicine.
BACKSTAGE
Becky Balfour-Lawless: Tonight I battle Anastasia Hayden. Apparently, I'm supposed to be afraid.
The locker room of Balfour-Lawless is completely dark. The only thing visible is the outline of her body.
Becky Balfour-Lawless: Like the dark, we're supposed to fear it. The unknown. The idea that what you can't see, or what you aren't familiar with can hurt you. Apparently, Anastasia Hayden has wanted a match with one of us for awhile. She knows what we're capable of. All you have to do is turn on the lights and see for yourself.
As the lights come on, Becky has the CWC Trios championship and CWC Tag team championship draped over each shoulder. Her blonde hair is brushed over, covering her face.
Becky Balfour-Lawless: I don't blame her for wanting a match with us. Look at what we're about. Championships. Family. Success. She wants the chance to wrestle one of us, use our success as a platform to build her own name up in CWC. I say that because I know she's had success elsewhere. That was a pretty nice loss she suffered at the hands of Cy Riddle lately too.
Becky laughs quietly.
Becky Balfour-Lawless: The difference between Anastasia and myself is...if I want a match, or have a problem, I'm overly vocal about it. I don't whisper and scatter about like a mouse, I'm in your face, yelling, ready for a fight. That's what I've done my entire life. Fight.
Becky leans back against the as the championships are clearly the focal point of the camera shot.
Becky Balfour-Lawless: Tonight, Anastasia, you get your chance. #TheSociety runs from no one. #TheSociety take on all comers, and #TheSociety? We rarely travel alone.
With a snap of her fingers, the locker room is flooded by Followers who kneel before Becky. She places her hand on the bald head of one of them.
Becky Balfour-Lawless: Ask yourself, Anastasia, are you sure this is what you want? Are you sure you want to step among the fallen? Are you ready to wrestle with the woman with nothing to lose? There's an old saying...be careful what you wish for. Tonight, you'll see why that saying remains relevant today.
Balfour slaps the top of the man's head and the entire sea of Followers part for her as she walks between them, and out of her locker room.
MATCH EIGHT: SINGLES MATCH
Anastasia Hayden vs Becky Balfour
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Winner: Anastasia Hayden
Finishing Move: She Was Only Seventeen
Near Falls: Coda (4), Anastasia (3), Becky (5)
Match Length: 17:32
Match Notes:
This match was one of the highly anticipated ones of the night. Becky and Ana went back and forth but eventually Ana controlled the beginning of the match. She hit Becky with some huge moves, like the Magnola Knee, but Becky kicked out and refused to give up. Eventually, Becky regained control before she hit Anastasia with Detroit Is Burning (Pop Up Powerbomb), which is a shoutout out to her significant other, Seth Lawless. Becky pinned Ana but Hayden managed to kick out. Becky was getting ready to hit Anastasia with Scream For Me (Reverse DDT) but suddenly Megan Rydell of Empire Pro and Pride Pro came through the crowd and then jumped up on the apron. Becky let go of Ana and charged at Megan and took a swing at her but Megan dropped from the apron. When Becky turned around, she was met by a charging Anastasia Hayden, who nailed her with She Was Only Seventeen (Running Single Leg Dropkick). Ana then pinned Becky and picked up the three count.
Post Match:
Megan slid into the ring and Anastasia gave her a smirk and a wink before saying, good job, followed by Shes all yours. Before pointing at Becky. Ana exited the ring and Megan looked down at Becky before picking her up off of the mat. Megan then nailed Becky with The Beautiful Disaster (Lifted DDT) and the fans were going nuts. Megan then asked for a microphone and it was given to her.
Megan Rydell: Sorry for interrupting your programming, but Im here to issue a challenge. Becky? You wanted a one on one lumberjack match? Well, youre not going to get it. No, if you want me in the ring, then were going to fight family versus family, team versus team. Thats right, at No Mans Land, its going to be the Ascendancy versus #TheSociety. So Becky, what do you have to say?
Becky started to get up on her knees and she looked ready to attack Megan but Megan ended up clocking Becky in the head with the microphone.
Megan Rydell: Oops, I guess youll have to answer me later. What a shame.
Megan held the mic out and did a mic drop with it when suddenly the entire #Society charged down the entrance ramp. Megan quickly rolled out of the ring and exited through the crowd, escaping just in time. #TheSociety members then got into the ring to check on Becky, who was now bleeding from the microphone shot to the head.
BACKSTAGE
Backstage now and Melissa Reeves is standing with Tim Anderson. He is smartly dressed, as per, whilst she is wearing her ring gear, with one of her t-shirts over the top. The Vengeance title sits at her waist and the Liberty title is over her shoulder. She looks calm and collected as she awaits the questioning.
Tim: Melissa, first of all, congratulations on capturing the Vengeance Undisputed title over in VPW!
Melissa looks down at the title around her waist, the back up to Tim.
Melissa: Thank you. Honestly, its crazy to think that Im both the Vengeance and Liberty Champion at the same time. There cant be many people who have held two top titles in two different CWC territories concurrently.
Tim: Well, actually, my research shows that this may actually be the first time thats happened. So thats another great record to add to your growing reputation.
Melissa: Oh, wow. Well Ill certainly take it.
Tim smiles as Melissa chuckles a little.
Tim: But onto tonight, and youre defending your Liberty Title later on, again Carina Eventide. What are your thoughts there?
Melissa nods and licks across her lip before replying.
Melissa: Ahh look, Carina is a capable opponent, no doubt about it. But shes not been on the best run of form and, honestly, Im not sure what shes done to earn this shot. But the match is what the match is, I cant change that. All I can do is go out there and win it. And thats exactly the plan, Tim.
Tim: Given your recently successes and accomplishments, few would be betting against you. Melissa, I know youre a busy woman so let me thank you for your time.
Melissa: Its always a pleasure. And, if I may, Id like to just quickly thank those fans who do believe in me. The people who support me by chanting my name, bringing a sign with a positive message or maybe wearing my merch. That means a lot to me. Your support really is what fuels me. So to all of you, sincerely, thank you.
She steps closer to the camera and blows a kiss, before heading off to prepare for her upcoming bout.
BACKSTAGE
Seth Lawless walks into the locker room where Paul Bolden was sitting. Paul held one of the CWC World Tag Titles on his lap. He was polishing it as Seth patted him on the back. Seth looked at the title and shook his head.
Seth Lawless: I cant see myself in it Paul. Put more elbow into it. Wax on wax off kemosabi!
Paul shook his head and thought about dropping the title on the ground but he thought better of it when he looked up at Seth.
Paul Bolden: Yeah, sure youve got it Seth
Seth nodded his head as he walked over and grabbed a bottle of water that was in the room along with a cookie. He took a bite of the cookie and quickly spit it out.
Seth Lawless: Paul! I thought I told you to make sure they got me sugar cookies not peanut butter cookies you trying to kill me or something?
Paul Bolden: No Seth, I...its my bad Ill go fix it right now .
Paul left but before he left he handed the title to Seth who quickly placed it on his shoulder.
Seth Lawless: All of the hard work that I have put in since I came to Liberty has finally paid off. I wanted to be a champion for a damn long time and I worked my ass off to get it. When Becky and I finally won these titles it made it all worthwhile. All of the people that said shit about us that said wed never make it. Said that we wouldnt get to do anything, said that we wouldnt be able to carry the CWC in any shape or form. But finally we did it. And I am not going to let this title go in any way shape or form.
He looked at the title one more time and nodded his head.
Seth Lawless: Now dont get this twisted just because Becky and I are not defending the titles tonight it doesnt mean we are going to lose a step. Im walking in there with the Anarchy Champion the man that is a machine in that ring and the one that has been the most loyal to Becky and I. Warren, wont let these titles drop either he knows what is at stake and he knows what he needs to do to keep the titles.
Seth cracks his neck a bit as he takes another drink of water.
Seth Lawless: As for our opponents tonight Honey and Coda well you are walking into a buzzsaw. Honey, as for you I get that you are excited to be in this match and that youd love to win these titles but you arent. I told you that, you might be excited and that you cant believe that it is happening but you know what this is all you are going to get. Youll just be able to stare at these titles. As for you Coda, well you and Warren have had a little bit of a back and forth and you know what because I am so nice I might just have Warren take you out while I take care of Honey. Either way both of you need to know that you arent taking the Society down tonight. We just got on top of the mountain and it is going to take someone a lot stronger than you guys to push us off
Seth looks at his title and kisses it as the scene fades.
HEADLINE: EXTREME RULES FOR THE LIBERTY CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
Melissa Reeves vs Carina Eventide
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Winner: Melissa Reeves
Finishing Move: Facial Deconstructor
Near Falls: Melissa Reeves (3), Carina Eventide (5)
Match Length: 19:34
Match Notes:
This match definitely played in Carina Eventides favor and she showed the side of her that we were used to several months ago as she took things to the extreme. Carina used a variety of hardcore weapons on Melissa throughout the match, taking Melissa out with a trash can that she wrapped around her and then beat her down in it with a kendo stick. Carina pinned but couldnt keep Reeves down. Eventually Carina went to the full on extreme and she set a table on fire and the crowd began to freak out. Carina went to grab Reeves and tried to lift her up in a suplex but Melissa countered it before she hit Carina with the Reaver Slam (Angle Slam) and put her straight through the flaming table. A referee sprayed the fire off of Carina before a tired out Melissa pulled Carina towards her and pinned her for the three count.
Post Match:
The match ended and Melissa was declared the winner. She gingerly held her Liberty Championship up in the air as her music blared. Carina, amazingly, got up to her feet and her and Melissa stared each other down before Melissa offered a handshake. Carina accepted and the two shook hands and nodded, showing a sign of respect before Carina exited the ring and left Melissa to continue to celebrate.
BACKSTAGE
Honey appears backstage in the HitGirls cheerleader uniform she forgot to return and her pompoms in the backstage area jittering with excitement. She claps her pompoms together three times and begins to spell out her own name.
Honey: H - O - N - E - Y...
And then Honey spells out her partner's name.
Honey: C - O - D - A
Honey begins to roll her forearms.
Honey: Goooooo...Honey and Coda!
And then pops her arms up with a cheery smile.
Honey: Because I've never been, like, a world tag team champion before. And I know that The Society did win their match at Weekend of Trios, but I can't say congratulations to them.
Honey shakes her head and turns around to pick up a little t-shirt she had printed up which she holds against her body. She then reads the text printed on it.
Honey: Always play fair when you wrestle in the square. And Warren and Trent were cheaters! They got involved when they're not even in the match up and stuff. So I hope they won't do that stuff in our match, no no.
Honey shakes her head with kind and fond wishes.
Honey: Because this is mine and Coda's first ever team match together and stuff. Like, we're new but I have experience, she has experience so that's like doubly experiences and stuff! And we did win against Vitor and Romeo too! So we're....
Honey begins to roll her pompoms again and then spells out some more letters.
Honey: S - U - P - E - R! Super!
She ends with a big happy smile and runs to the camera waving her pompoms until they cover it up to a black screen to end the feed.
BACKSTAGE
The scene cut backstage and we find Megan Rydell, who attacked Becky earlier in the night. Megan walked towards the parking lot before looking behind her one last time. She turned around and she was suddenly met by Ashleigh Powell, who speared Megan down onto the ground. She then picked Megan up and shoved her face first into the wall.
Ashleigh Powell: What Megan!? You thought you could get away with attacking me? That Id just let it slide?
An enraged Ashleigh picked Megan up again but Megan started to fight back as she pushed Ash up against the wall. Megan began to shove forearm shots into Ashleighs face but Ashleigh countered back and hit Megan with a headbutt and followed it up with The Beauitful Disaster (Lifted DDT), adding insult to injury by stealing Megans move from her. Ashleigh then stood over Megan and yelled.
Ashleigh Powell: I was always there for you! I did everything for you! It was YOU who turned on me! YOU!
Ashleigh then glanced to the side and she saw the rest of the Ascendancy members charging out from a car that was waiting for Megan. They run towards Powell, who quickly sprints away and out of site. Riley, Aria and Jackson all check on Megan, who is starting to come to before they help her get up and leave towards the parking lot.
MAIN EVENT: CWC WORLD TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
Coda & Honey vs #TheSociety (Warren Corbett & Seth Lawless)
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Winner: Warren Corbett & Seth Lawless
Finishing Move: Detroit Is Burning (Seth Lawless)
Near Falls: Coda (4), Honey (3), Seth Lawless (3), Warren Corbett (2)
Match Length: 17:32
Match Notes:
Coda and Honey survived the quick start by Corbett and Lawless despite the quick tags and questionable double teams by the Society. Coda battled back to get her team on even footing before tagging in Honey who almost won the match for her team on two occasions. But the numbers game of Grundy at ring side proved to be too much as Coda was dropped with Detroit Is Burning after knocking Trent Grundy off the ring apron. Lawless made the pin while Corbett kept Honey down.
Post Match:
After the match, Corbett looked to do more damage to Coda but Honey cut him off, taking him out with a superkick. Grundy got into the ring and charged Honey but Coda had recovered and took Grundy out with a step up enziguri. Seth charged them now and Honey and Coda both took him out with a double superkick. The three #Society members rolled out of the ring as Coda and Honey stayed in a fighting stance before glancing over at each other and giving a nod of approval.
BACKSTAGE
The scene cut backstage one last time to see Tessa Sweet knocking on Nathan Callaghan's door. He answers and gives her a stern look.
Nathan Callaghan: Show's over, Tessa, what do you want?
She looked at him confidently and cleared her throat.
Tessa Sweet: I want to know your involvement with Girls of Summer and Scarlett?
Nate scoffed and shook his head.
Nathan Callaghan: Listen Tessa, there's a special party going on tonight for my daughter, Codie, and I don't have time for this shit.
Tessa shook her head.
Tessa Sweet: I'm sorry Nathan, but you hired me to do the important, special interviews. So I need some answers.
Nathan gave Tessa a glare before he raised his voice.
Nathan Callaghan: Fine! You want answers? You and me! Next week, a special interview. Now get the fuck out of here.
Nathan slammed his door before Tessa looked at the camera and smirked, knowing fully well that she just got exactly what she wanted.