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Hello, I'm Herschel Reeves. How I've earned my money is of no concern of yours. I'm here to tempt.....offer.....a life of fortune and glory to anyone who can reach out and take it. Are you ready to make a deal with me, and run this stable?
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I'm Gretchen Lamb. Mr. Reeves commands that I assist you. What do you need?
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Hello. My name is Fnord. I'd give my soul to make a lot of money and run a succesful stable. That is as long as you don't collect before I have a chance to squander away my money and make many bad decisions.
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Ahh, Mr Frond.....Ford.....Fe-nord? How the hell do you pronounce that again?
Anyway, you've peaked my interest greatly. I have always felt that one should be willing to make the ULTIMATE sacrifice in order to get what one desires. Tell me, how will you make my Devils the scourge of Team Combat Wrestling?
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You know you never can have true power over me if you can't pronounce my name. There's so much power in a name Mr. Reeves. There is no mister before my name. There is no surname or last name or middle initial. I am simply Fnord. You ask how the hell to pronounce my name? It's simple, but even those that reside in Hell seem to have a problem.
I will sacrifice everything in order to obtain the things I want. I will make sure that we leave no one standing. I will make sure that our opponents fear us. I will make sure that we are on the top because we beat down and batter anyone that tries to step up to us. We will be the most feared in TCW. We will cause major pain and blood loss. We will sacrfice not only ourselves but our opponents to all that is evil.
My goal is pain and torture. While I have applied for other positions here in TCW, I know this team is the perfect fit for me.
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Look, none of these other fools are as evil and demented as I am. I was talking with some other owners attempting to get hired and they all make me want to punch them in the face and them vomit on them profusely. I'm the monster you need to lead this team. Make it done.
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Fnord, you are a lost soul indeed. One after my own black heart in fact. I've taken a liking to you, and as Gretchen here knows, that is not an easy feat. Let me ask you a question Fnord. You say that you are okay with sacrificing ourselves in order to sacrifice our opponents. How far are you willing to push the limits? Will you punish an underperforming wrestler? Will you strike him or her? Will you tempt them with fortune and glory, when all that you ask for in return is their mere sou.....their mere obedience?
Is there a line you will not cross to achieve your utmost desires?
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You speak of this line like it actually exists for me. There is no line out there that I haven't crossed and won't cross again. The minions that will be in the Devils will rule over TCW overbearingly. Those that disappoint will be punished. There are no limits to my push. Brutality is the key. I will demand proper payment and in return all of us will get what we desire.
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It has been a long time since I've met a kindred spirit such as you. You have a fire that burns inside you, and that fire will allow you to achieve greatness.
Tell me Fnord. Tell me of the type of army you will build here for the Devils. Tell me where you would want to establish our camp. Tell me your plans Fnord.
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And like a fire it shall be extinguished the minute it is exposed to air. I don't mean to interrupt your interview process Mr. Reeves but I must protest. The Devils don't need a man whose willing to make the ultimate sacrifice because once he's made that sacrifice what good is he to you?
You need a man who can convince OTHERS to make that decision. It's not about what he can get done. It's about what he can get others to do. And what man might be able to do that? Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Senor Vega. And what you need isn't someone destine for a trip on the highway to hell. What you need is a man whose been to hell and back so that he can show others the way.
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I plan to build and army of psychos, monsters and miscreants. We will assimilate and invite others to join our cause for the greater good. Those that don't abide by our rules will soon perish by our hands. It's either join us or die. While the ultimate goal of us Devils would be destruction and anarchy, our true final destination is one that only you, our owner and devious leader would know. As it's your directions I follow as a loyal servant.
I've already scouted two locations for our camp. The obvious choice is for us to set up in the city of sin, Las Vegas. The starving masses around us flocking to us like sheep to a slaughter. They are desperate and needy and if they make the right deal and join us all of their wildest dreams can come true, for just a small price. On the other side of that I have been eye-balling a base in Chicago. While others might see Chicago differently I've lived there for years and know it for the city of murder and violence that it has always been. With chaos wrapping it's hands around that city it draws true power to the underworld sending souls there daily.
My plans are to make the Devils dominate, assimilate and decimate. If you're not with us, you're against us. If you stand against us, you bleed, you suffer, you scream. It's that simple.
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Now let me address this moron. Obviously he does not know the meaning of sacrifice. He is not willing to give it all for the greater purpose. I am willing to give my body and soul, my everything for the cause. Though I know the master will not ask for it, I am willing to give it because I am a true servant of evil. This masked idiot here is trying to manipulate you into letting him run the Devils into the ground. He wants to be their supervisor. He wants to manipulate and lie. What you see with me is total truth. I don't want to supervise the Devils, I want to lead them. He walks into this room like he knows me, my trials and tribulations. I've walked to Hell and back. I've looked into the true Master's eyes and pledged my life to him. Can he say that? If he is truly not willing to sacrifice himself for the greater evil, what good is he to you or the Devils?
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A new contender emerges from the shadows. Mr. Vega, you seem to fancy yourself as someone who can tempt fate, and tempt other peoples wills as well. You've been to hell, and you believe you can convince others to follow you. These words excite me very much Mr. Vega. Consider the floor to be yours. I'm all ears.
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Fnord, your plans for The Devils are glorious indeed. I could sit here and listen to you speak of this for days. One thing perturbs me though. The very second another suitor comes calling, you begin acting like a jilted lover. Jealousy and fear are not a good look on anyone Fnord. They're not qualities befitting a man who I expect to lead an army.
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Thank you for the time to allow me to say my piece Mr.Reeves. I have first hand experience in the ring and not in the glorious lights of where our camps will be set up but in the dredges of Latin America. I've had to scratch, claw, and dig my way out of hell and more often than not on the backs of others. I can teach our wrestlers that same design and to do it on the backs of our competition. While I may be trained in the style of Lucha Libre I am adaptable as all good men are. I don't look for a style but instead look for a specific type of attitude.
There will be no apathy amongst The Devils. And I know your next question will be about a location and the irony is too much to resist. Where else should The Devils set up but in the city of Angels themselves. After all, the brighter the lights the darker the shadows.
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Not to question your divine wisdom, but you confuse jealousy and fear with pride and determination. I fear no one and nothing. When I saw this opportunity I jumped at it because I knew I was fated to lead this stable of Devils. When I saw this joke of a man come in here I knew he was not worthy to lead this team like I will. My fate is with the Devils. I'm determined to be your own personal demon. Just say the word and I'll chop off this man's hand and slap him in the face with it.
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Mr. Vega, I must admit to taking a shine to you. It seemed to me when Fnord walked in here, that the job was his. But you have emerged as a serious contender. Mr. Vega, I'd like for you to tell me a story. A story of when you were tempted, and you succumbed to the temptation. I have a feeling it will be a delicious tale.
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Fnord, you bring a smile to my dark heart. Melodramatic language and behavior keeps the blood warm, and flowing.
Fnord, I think you have told me all that I need to hear. If you wish to say one final thing, go ahead. Otherwise, I will speak with you when a decision has been made.
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Let me end this by telling you what is to come.
In Chapter six of the Book of Revelation the Bible predicts that the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse will ride. The seven seals of the scroll will be broken by the Lamb and chaos and fire will reign upon all the believers of the world. It is fate that I have joined you today and you will pick me to lead your Devils. They will consist of myself and eight followers or wrestlers as you call them. They will represent the seven seals and the Apocalypse itself. This is my fate. This is your fate. For I am the Lamb that will lead everyone to the slaughter.
I will leave you now to deal with other trivial and useless matters with men lower than myself because I know you will come back to me so I can lead your Devils to the Apocalypse. Don't let others blind you with persuasion and sharp tongues. I will be waiting.
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We'll be in touch Fnord.
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Temptation sir?My chase of an American dream would be the first to come to fruition. I came to this land thinking that hard work determination and will are enough to push you to the top. But i was quickly shown that it is not what you know but whom you know.
My time in a gym. Pointless. The talent i was born with. Irrelevant. I saw friend after friend turn their back or worse stabbed mine. The dream faded. The light dimmed. And while my methods changed. Some might call ... let's use the word unorthodox.
I didnt sink to depression. I didnt want or despair. Rather i learned. I mastered. I conquered. And the most ironic of it all. I learned the true meaning of the phrase "The American Dream." Much like a dream it is a fantasy ... a temptation used to guile men into savagery, sacrifice, and strength.
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A man with a silver tounge, to match my own. Oh the stories that we could share, I'm sure. Mr. Vega, please tell me about the fiendish mask that you wear. It has interested me from the moment I laid eyes upon it.
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This is something leftover from my times as a luchador. I have to say I've grown accustomed to it. Having worn it for a decade its become more familiar to me than the flesh that lies beneath it.
But it's no different than the faces everyone puts on every day. How many people slap a smile on their face for their bosses, their families, their friends. The one I put on just happens to be more honest than most.
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Mr. Vega, you have turned what was once a one horse race into a closely contested battle. It seems I have quite the Sopies Choice to make here. If you have any final words, feel free to express them now. Otherwise, I will begin to contemplate which minion I intend to make a Devil.
GM FRANCHISE WALKS IN AND LOOKS AROUND
Okay, I like the look of this place. I'm in the mood for committing some human sacrifice right now. Let's go find an innocent victim, sacrifice them to Satan, and then hire some mentally unstable types to kick the other teams asses once I'm hired to unleash The Devils upon the Earth. Under my regime built on violence and brutality we will rule Team Combat Wrestling with an iron fist of hate in the name of the unholy one.
Also my idol is Torquemada and I want to set up shop in some place warm and hot...maybe Phoenix.
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I cannot help but think, Mr. Man With No Name, that you are merely telling me what you believe I wish to hear. I do not sense a black heart beating within your chest. Instead, I sense a desperate one.
Don't underestimate me. I've caused the deaths of more people and sports personalities than every other candidate in the entire TCW application process combined. In other words don't judge a book by it's cover. If you look throughout human history some of the most evil people in history have looked just as normal as everyone else in comparison to the rest of society. That's the secret to having a black heart. It's not the outward dark look that matters but the darkness hidden within that no one sees. A prime example of this is Katherine Knight. She looks like a normal human being, the typical mother next door, but what she did to her lover showed just how evil she truly is and made her the first woman in the history of Australia to be given life without parole in prison if that tells you anything. Like I said, looks normal but is the apex of evil.
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Ahh, but what did you gain Mr. Franchise? It is one thing to tempt a man to stray onto a dark path. But leading people to their demise with no gain, no profit.....that is simply madness. Where was the quid pro quo?
The only thing I gained was amusement. I did all of that just for the fun of it. Watching the chaos and anarchy that I caused unfold brings enjoyment to me. That's was all nothing but fun to me kind of like how some people call hiking or playing video games "fun." I did all of that for free just to have a good time. Imagine the chaos and levels of violence a psychotic sociopath like myself could create if I had something to gain and wanted to make profits from doing it.
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You're quite mad, aren't you? I think, for my own amusement, I'll allow you to tell me how you'll make the Devils the best stable in TCW.
I want to make The Devils into the most feared team in this entire organization. This is what I have in mind. I'm sure there's some mentally unstable wrestlers out there that are just waiting to be found. What I want to do is bring them in here and harness their mental instability to create a team that no one will be able to deal with. They don't necessarily have to be brawlers but just crazy in the brain or have violent tendencies and have a long criminal history. I want these other teams to be unable to train to fight this team because they just don't know what we're going to do in the ring. You can't plan to fight people that cannot be controlled unless they're in a padded room or a jail cell. The only way to dominate is to create chaos for the other teams...I like chaos. I'm an Agent of Chaos and chaos in reality is fear. People don't understand people like me and these "normal people" always fear what they don't understand. And unlike my colleagues and other candidates I'm not going to do it by hiding behind a mask or by wearing my mom's eye make up because the real monsters like myself don't need to hide. We look like normal people which makes it easier to draw in our victims much like a spider catches it's prey in a web whereas wearing an outward mask or having a grotesque look has the opposite effect. I want to instill an institution based on the fear some of these other teams have of The Devils. If we have a psychological advantage before even going into battle then we're already half way to winning. Add in the fact that I want to bring in mad sociopaths like myself and no one will be able to stop this team from destroying every single other team in Team Combat Wrestling.
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Ive said my piece. The choice is now yours.
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This turned from an easy decision, to a hard one indeed. But, after a lengthy discussion with Gretchen, I'd like to welcome Mr. Vega to The Devils.
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Gretchen is it? I hear you talked with Mr. Reeves and came to the conclusion that I was the right man for the job. What do we need to do to get set up in the city of Angels? It will be your sovereign hand that shall be my guide.
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I am but Mr. Reeves dedicated servant. He asked me who I preferred, and I simply told him the truth.
Los Angeles is the 2nd largest market in the United States. We have the choice of 2 facilities. The first is 8,000 seats, and it is in the heart of a touristy area, at a cost of $5.5 million. The second is 11,000 seats, and is located just a few blocks away from the Staples center, but at a cost of $8 million.
The cost comes out of your "incentives" budget.
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As we all are. In order to lead a flock to our sermons we need a church. Better yet ... a cathedral. Putting us near the Staples Center puts us near the convention center puts us in the heart of the city. We shall begin there.
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As you command sir. File the paperwork, and it shall be yours.
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It is taken care of. Allow me to ring up Senor Brad Matthews. It is told to me that you are a promoter with 15 years experience. Tell me as Head Trainer how does being a promoter help you as a head trainer instead of being a wrestler?
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Hey baby, that's a cool mask! Lemme tell you something baby, I've promoted shows all over the world! In that time, I've seen thousands of wrestlers, both good and bad. I saw how the good ones prepared, and I saw how the bad ones did. Baby, I'm not saying that I can drop and give ya 20.....hell, I'd be lucky if I could drop and give you 1!!......but I've seen the right way, and I can teach that way baby!
.....how can you see out of that thing.....?
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The same way any man looks out onto his world. With his own two eyes. Another question if you would indulge me. Have you ever been wrong? Have you ever bet the farm on a kid only to watch the crops wither away under a seige of locusts? Have you ever crossed off a man only to see him rise from the grave and haunt you for the end of your days?
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Listen baby, nobody bats 1.000! I remember I booked this match back in '94. Spike versus Freeman. We teased that thing out for months baby, MONTHS! You know what we grossed off of that gate? Well neither do I baby, but I promise you that it was barely enough to cover the Motel 6 and Waffle House bills.
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Motel 6 and Waffle houses? You must be used to running on a tight budget Senor Matthews. Considering you hyped the match insanely where was the bout meant to take place? In what location? I'm concerned that you might have experience but not the experience necessary to build a team that can fill 11,000 seat venue ... or am I wrong Senor Matthews?
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Listen baby, we had this great arena in Phoenix, it had almost 15,000 seats! We musta really misjudged the wrestling climate down there baby, 'cause we only sold about a quarter of the house.
But why're we focusing on the misses baby?!? I once sold out a 20,000 seat arena in Philly!! Yeah baby!!
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I speak about the misses to test your comfortability. A man able to discuss his hardships and his failures is a man who has been able to move past those. It was simply a test. One you have found yourself fortunate to pass. I could interview other men for this position but there's something about your mannerisms ... this 'Yeah baby' ... that plucks at even this cold heart.
But I am reminded again that we must do business and negotiate terms. I'd offer 72 virgins but the board has placed rules on us and thus we must stick to dollars and cents no matter how boring those type of negotiations turn out. Shall we say 2 year and 4 Million dollars?
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Listen baby, you got yourself a deal! I just have one question for you.....is it always so damn HOT in here? My brother in law is in air conditioning, I can get you a deal baby!
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Is it hot? I haven't noticed that much. Leave the number with Gretchen. I'm sure she would love to talk it over with Mr. Reeves and your brother in law.
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Gretchen ... Sam Wainwright if you please.
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Senor Wainwright I have an assistant's position to fill and you have 20 years experience. I'm looking for an assistant trainer as we have just hired Senor Brad Matthews. Wonder if you have ever crossed paths? Anyways back to the assistant trainer position. I see from your resume you have 20 years experience. But tell me about the man behind that experience. What was your specialty as a wrestler and how does that apply to your training style?
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Shhh......people like to talk and talk......they don't understand you need to stop and LISTEN.......most people don't hear it, but if you concentrate, you can.......screams......screams everywhere........do you hear it? Tell me skullface, can you hear it?
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I've heard many screams in my time. Some even my own. I learned the value of the scream but also it's origin. Tell me Senor Wainwright ... are the scream you are hearing of pain or joy? Are they quick gasp of screams that even a mouse can generate. Or are they the shivering screams that only a monster can muster from the depths within?
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There are many screams skullface.....many types, of all shapes and sizes.....guttural screams, high pitched screams......screams of unbridled agony, screams of joy......I hear them all.......they sing to me, and allow me to see clearly what must be done.....
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And what must be done. Tell me. I'm on the edge of my seat.
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They say a great many things Skullface.....sometimes it is something simple, like "break that motherfuckers leg"......other times it is more subtle.....things like "break that sonofabitch's face!!".....other times, they simply suggest I have a Snapple......
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And what do the screams tell you about your ability to train? Can you teach others to listen to them? Can you teach them to make screams of their own?
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Of course I can.....so long as they are willing.......if they aren't willing, it'll be a more......difficult.......process.......but I can make them hear the screams.......once they hear them, they'll WANT to make screams of their own......they'll want it more than anything they've ever wanted in their lives....
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I have to say I've grown quite fond of you. I feel you would be the perfect fit for us. Now comes the difficult task of compensation. Let us say 2 years at 1 Million?
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I accept Skullface......we shall create a symphony of tortured souls together......
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I feel all warm and funny inside.
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Gretchen phone Eugene Forrest for me
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Mr. Forrest ... what is your medical experience and how would you treat someone to handle pain management?
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Hi there......Mr......Scary Mask Man......ummm, I went to Cornell, did my residency at New York Presbyterian.......I specialize in Osteopathy and Orthopedics. That background allows me to treat pain less with narcotics, and more with body manipulation.....your mask scares me a bit.....
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Ahhh osteopathy ... so it is fair to say that not only do you treat the injury, or even the man, but also the soul? Doctor ... the only thing you have to fear ... is fear HIMself ... but first my question if you please.
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SWALLOWS NERVOUSLY
That would be a fair assessment.
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We have a high interest in the caring and nurturing of souls here. Doctor? You seem to be sweating. I guess our Head Trainer was right about it being too warm in here. Though that does bring up a point. Have you ever had experience treating athletes before? Not just your run of the mill high school players but professional or collegiate athletes?
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Yes, it is quite hot in here. Regarding your question, I've never treated a professional athlete, but I've had my fair share of collegiate players in my office.
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Tell me Doctor. Why the TCW? Do you have an interest in wrestling? Do you have an interest in any employment? What I mean to say is what attracts you to this newly christened league? Is this a stepping stone for your career or has wrestling been a passion of yours?
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I've loved wrestling ever since I was a kid. When word began to spread about Total Combat Wrestling, I knew that physicians would be needed, so I decided to throw my hat into the ring.
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Passion from a soul caregiver. What else could I desire from a physician? Shall we move on to business? Your terms of employment. Shall we say 3 years 2.5 million?
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Respectfully sir, I think I'm worth more than that. Can we agree on $3.5 million?
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Agreed
Gretchen this completes my business for now. Say maybe we should contact his brother in law ... It's hotter than hell in here ...
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Someone call about an air conditioner?
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Yeah it looks like we've received a lot of complaints about the temperature in our ...
Presidente Pancho turns around to see this freak of a man standing before him
Say ... you must be Brad's brother in law? What was that name of yours? Didn't quite catch it.
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Name's Porter. Where's the AC?
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It's located just outside my office. Why don't we walk and talk? You know your one of the first people I've met whose first words haven't been something about my mask. Odd yet refreshing.
Presidente Pancho walks outside his office and stops at Gretchen's desk
Gretchen where is the AC unit located?
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In the rear of the building Mr. Vega.
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Thanks Gretchen. Porter you heard the lady. Guess that means we're walking and talking a bit more.
How long you been in the AC business? Something you love doing?
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I love paying the bills, that's all.
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Well I'll leave you to your job. Anything comes up you let me know.Presidente Pancho walks back into his building and into his office.Gretchen can you call Brad into my office.
Brad just met your brother in law Porter. He's working out back right now. Listen I wanted to ask you something ... bout how big would you say your brother in law is?
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Listen baby, Porter is a big boy! Now I never measured him or anything, but if I had ta guess, I'd say probably around 6'9" or 6'10 baby, easy! Probably 280lbs too! He get your AC situated?
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He's working on it out back. I told him to talk to me soon as he was finished up. You never thought about putting him in a ring? He's definitely a big man ... and that look. I don't want to tell a promoter his job but it looks marketable to me. He never take a shine to your business or is it a philosophy about business and family?
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Believe me, I sure thought about it baby! But you know how things are in the territories....a promoter hires his brother in law, all sorts of rumors get started! It wasn't something I could pull the trigger on in those days.
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Brad. I never took you for a man who worried about the opinions of others. Besides isn't there a long line of tradition of promoters putting their family ahead of the business?
I'll see if Porter has any interest in it. Judging from his answers long as the pay is right we might be able to strike some sort of deal.
Which brings me to my next point. Porter's gonna be green as grass if and when we get something worked out. In your time as a promoter have you worked with Sam Wainwright before?
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It's cutthroat out there baby! If people got the idea that I was hiring family and giving them good spots on the lineup, I'd have trouble filling out the rest of the card! It was all self preservation baby!
That Wainwright cat is a strange one baby! I booked him on a few cards in my day, but I've never worked with him as a trainer though.
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I liked his out of the box thinking. Last thing I wanted was a bunch of guys who shared the same experiences and had the same opinion on everything. Devils come in all shapes and sizes ... I'll keep you updated.
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Gretchen get Sam into my office
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Sam I got a job for you. We got a guy working on our air conditioning. I want you to take a look. Talk to the guy if you want to get a better read on him and let me know what you think. Might think about offering a job to train under you depending what you tell me.
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I will observe him from a distance Skullface.....to fully see what makes a man tick, you must observe him when he thinks he is alone......I'll get my binoculars from my glove compartment.....
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Thanks Sam. I'm glad you understand that at this stage discreetness is necessary.
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I watched him all day and all night.....like a predator stalking his prey....before he knew what was coming, I POUNCED upon him.....and discussed wrestling with him.......he's got the physical tools Skullface, and he's interested......it'd take time, but one day he may be something.....something to produce a wonderful symphony of the damned....
Thank you Sam. As I've believed you've proven your value.
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Gretchen we've just drafted Frightmare. Get me his agent on the line.
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Frightmare does not require an agent. Frightmare can speak for himself.
Excellent then speak to me Frightmare. How much to spread your brutality all over the city of angels? Im inclined to offer a 5 year 9 million dollar deal with 500k PR
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Frightmare wonders how you would promote him.
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Well I know a thing or two about theatricality and deception. To the uninitiated they are powerful agents and that is what we must capitalize on. A viral marketing campaign would work best similar to how Christopher Nolan marketed the Joker and Harvey Dent for The Dark Knight. We need to create an allure around you and using social media and the internet is the new way to market. Once things go viral conventional news will begin to pick it up.
Small vine videos with you performing supernatural acts - whether true or tricks of the camera is not ours to say - will create a ravenous appetite perfect for cashing in for our home in the city of Angels. And with you at the helm. A devil will reign supreme.
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Frightmare is impressed with you. Frightmare only has one problem though. He believes $1.5 million of PR is more appropriate.
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Then we have impressed each other. Seeing as how we have become friendly ... well as friendly as a man in a skull mask and a man who is the personification of nightmares can be. I say 500 ... You say 1.5 Million why note chop it in half? Similar to how we will be doing our opposition. 5 years 9 Million 1 Million PR. A million in LA can reach quite the audience.
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Frightmare will sign, and then make a blood oath with you.
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Let us be the first to bear the mark of you ... my beast. Hmmm ... I like that idea. Do you think once you have finished with an opponent that you brand them with the mark of the beast? Perhaps red spray paint to mimic your face. After all your opponents won't be in a position to complain. They'll be unconscious. Give it some thought. For I think this is the beginning of a WONDROUS relationship.
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Frightmare believes this will be a long, fruitful partnership.
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Agreed Frightmare.
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Gretchen a Mr. Burt Lancaster if you will.
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Mr. Lancaster time to make a deal with the devil ... s. We have the distinction of drafting your client Russell Wade. Let's say ... 4 years 7 Million with 500k in PR to flash that beautiful smile of his.
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Mr. Vega, Burt Lancaster has been dead for over 20 years, so I doubt he can help you sign Mr. Wade. Incidentally, I wouldn't have pegged you for a classic movie buff.
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Did I say Burt? Ever had that moment where you ask where your glasses are and they've been on your head the whole damn time? Makes a man feel older than a sun bitch. Let's try Benjamin Lancaster see if he can't help us sign Russell Wade.
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Benjamin Lancaster, Super Agent Extraordinaire, at your service. What can I do for you, my freaky masked friend?
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Friends are we? Yes. Id like to be friends with you Mr. Lancaster. But business before pleasure I say. I was thinking 4 years 7.5 million with 500k PR to flash that smile of his all over Downtown LA
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I like a man who is generous with the purse strings, so that I don't have to pry every last penny from his pockets. Consider it a deal.
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Money talks Mr. Lancaster. Bullshit ... well it has no place in our new friendship right? Adiós.
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Gretchen ... Eric McCarthy if you will about his client Krystal.
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Look at the jacket......SEE the jacket.....become ONE with the jacket....
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You and I seem to share a similar philosophy. Everybody's got a price. Everybody's gonna pay. Krystal is the first woman drafted so we're setting precedent here.
How does a 5 year 5.5 million with 500k PR
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I'm liking what I hear so far. I have a thought though. To celebrate the first woman to sign a TCW contract.....let's throw in a signing bonus, to mark this momentous occasion!
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Oh sure just toss in a signing bonus. Say it with the gumption it deserves. One hundred Thousand Dollars.
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I feel funny.....like I've had a out of body experience.....
ERIC QUICKLY SIGNS THE 5 YEAR/$5.5 MILLION DOLLAR/$500k PR/$100K SIGNING BONUS DEAL AND BACKS OUT OF THE OFFICE, EYES NEVER LEAVING YOURS
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Adiós Mr. McCarthy
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Gretchen ... have i ever told you that vanity ... is DEFINITELY my favorite sin? Id like to establish some introduction interviews. Get me Russell Wade in when he is ready. I always try to leave a lasting first impression.
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Mr. Vega, it is a pleasure to meet......
WADE'S EYES BULGE AS HE VIEWS HIS BOSSES MASKED FACE
YOUR FACE!!! DEAR GOD MAN, YOUR FACE!!!
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Fear not Senor Wade.
Its just my face. Have a seat I want to get to know your backstory. What makes Wade Wade? Lets start with something simple. What drives you Mr. Wade? Money, Fame, competition?
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Competition. I thrive on being the best, and I won't stop until I get there........I feel like you're looking through me man, it's kinda freakin' me out......
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Coming from a man like yourself I take that as a compliment. But if you truly feel that way do want to know what I think? Do you want to know what I see?
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Umm......okay......
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I see the will to never give up. I see a drive within you that would only be rivaled by Sisyphus himself? Are you aware of Sisyphus? He was a man doomed to push an immense boulder up a hill only to watch it roll downhill before he could reach the peak. The difference in what I see in you however is much like Sisyphus you have that same desire. The word quit does not exist in your dictionary and unlike Sisyphus you have my staff at your disposal and myself to ensure that your boulder does not roll back down hill.
That is what I see.
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Well....that DOES sound a lot like me.....thanks boss.
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I scout well Senor Wade. I like to know what I'm bringing into this organization and I have to say that our Assistant trainer Sam Wainwright took quite a shine to you. Looking at you now I can see why. But there will come a time once the season goes under way for a proper introduction. Until then enjoy the sounds and sights of Los Angeles. Adios Senor Wade.
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Gretchen I am pleased after meeting our top two draft picks. Let us meet our third. Are you able to contact Krystal for me?
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You're gonna find out real soon that trading for me was the smartest move you ever made, Mr. Scary Face.
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Off that I have no doubt. As an opponent GM Josh will learn the cost of doing a deal with a devil. In fact it might become Krystal clear to him some might say. What do you hope to accomplish as a woman in this industry what are your long term goals for yourself?
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Winning a shitload of Championships, what else is there?
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And we shall celebrate that indeed. You Krystal we like to say has her eye on the prize. As do I. As i will expect from all members of the Devils. A pleasure meeting you Senorita.
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Gretchen time for another call this time to Jerzey
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Jerzey we have acquired your client Muhammad Al Shitari. I find that a 2 year 3.5 million dollar deal is a fair offer.
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Damn.....you is one freaky mo' sucka, you know dat? Givin' me chills an shit.
Anyways man, the $3.5 mil is aight, but he needs you to throw in $500K to expedite citizenship, nam sayin'? Dis dude loves him some 'merica.
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A citizen? Yes i had heard for his affinity for the land of the free and the home of the brave. I will expedite his citizenship and agree to the 500k expenditure.
Our business is not complete however Mr. Jerzey as we have Mace to consider as well.
I will agree to the same terms as Mr. Shitari minus the citizen expenditure
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Nah man, we is lookin' at $4.5 mil fo' Mace dawg.
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I'm not in agreeance with you but i did say I would match Muhammad's contract. 3.5 +500k is 4 million. Ill even go down in years to 2. We copacetic?
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Aight man.
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I knew it when i saw you. Your a business man. A pleasure doing it business that is ... with you.
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Gretchen I've allocated some funds for Mr. Shitari's citizenship to be processed. May I speak with the American in waiting?
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MUHAMMAD ENTERS WITH AN AMERICAN FLAG DRAPED OVER HIS SHOULDERS
U-S-A! U-S-A! Boss, I have a great idea! What if I came to the ring to the Star Spangled Banner? Then, we could have the crowd recite the pledge of allegience? Doesn't that sound Ameri-tastic!?!
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Such enthusiasm. I havent seen this much fielty in decades. Muhammad I am happy to see you gain your citizenship. One of Americas standing principles is "I scratch your back you scratch mine."
Now this is Mr. Reeves company. Were just starting out as a team and frankly as a sports organización. Wouldn't it be more beneficial to get others, especially those in attendance to our events to be pledging to us with you waving the flag high?
You would be in the same situation as John D. Rockefeller and other business magnates doing what Americans do best. Building from the bottom, lifting yourselg up by your boot straps and making a name for yourself. All while remaining humble and prideful to your country.
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Wow boss, you blew my mind!! What if we did both!?! The Pledge of Allegience, then the Pledge of....The Devils? We should probably work on the name though.....
MUHAMMAD RESPECTFULLY FOLDS UP THE FLAG, REVEALING A "I ♥ NY" SHIRT
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I certainly think we MAY be able to work something out. I am your boss but I'm not opposed to compromise. Since this is just an intro interview you have given me plenty to think about heading into the season. Once again congratulations on your new found citizenship.
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Before I continue with my interviews I need to speak with Daniel Morse
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Mr. Morse this is the first that we have spoken. I am President Pancho. I represent the Devils. I have drafted your client Mike Haller. I'm also thinking 2 years 2 Million would be more than fair.
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President Pancho? My paperwork states that the President of the Devils is a "President Vega"? Was there a coup?
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Pancho is one of the many names that I have. My given birth name is Pancho Damian Mesias Vega de la Luz. President Pancho ... President Vega ... President Diablo ... the name is not important ... the offer is. Though I do apologize for the confusion. My intention was not to trick you but to treat you and your client with this offer.
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You have one helluva long name son. Must be hell when you do your taxes.
Anyway, Mike is worth far more than you're offering. We'll counter at $6 million.
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It's a culture thing Mr. Morse. I say 2 million. You say 6 million. I say chop it in half. Hell I'll even lean 500,000 your way just cause I like you.
New offer 2 years 4.5 Million.
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That price will get you one year. Just enough to show you the error of your ways.
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Okay David 1 year it is at 4.5 Million. Let the sands of time begin to fade away.
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Gretchen we need Jerry Hunt in regards to his client Vance.
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Jerry first time you and I have met. My name is Presidente Vega but you already know that. What you don't know is my offer for your client. I'm looking at 2 years at 4.5 Million to hear the crack of our opponent's back split in two in that torture rack.
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Throw $500K of PR and I think we'll have a deal.
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Sure Jerry I'll throw in some PR. We've got a deal.
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Gretchen the last selection for The Devils has been made. Bring me The Clown.
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You wanna smell my flower?
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Mr. Vega, when you're finished with the Clown, Frightmare is here to see you.
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I've heard of that trick before so I have to pass. So Clown how much do you value yourself?
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3 years, $4.5 million. Shall we shake on it?
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2 years at 3 million is my counter. Then we can shake hands.
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THE CLOWN QUICKLY AND EFFICIENTLY MAKES A BALLOON CROWN AND PLACES IT ON PRESIDENTE VEGA'S HEAD
$4 million is the lowest I will go.
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2 years at 4 million it is. Hail to the King baby!
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THE CLOWN THROWS CONFETTI IN THE AIR, BEFORE DISAPPEARING IN A PUFF OF SMOKE
*****
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Frightmare needs a word with you. We must take a new blood oath.
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How can I help the new face of fear? Last we spoke we were just embarking our new friendship.
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In the Earth realm, much trouble has been wrought by President Justin. TCW contracts must be adjusted. The 1st pick earns $15 million. Frightmare now requires $13 million and $2 million of PR.
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Money? Is that all you wanted? I thought you were negotiating for something important. The changes will be made.
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In order to live a life of sin, one must accumulate wealth. Wealth allows one to have free reign in life. That makes money, unfortunately, quite important to Frightmare.
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We need to speak for a moment regarding Russell Wade's deal. I'm sure you know what's going on, so I won't bore you with recapping it. $9 million and $1 million PR is our new ask.
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Sure thats fine. I wonder the details of the negotiations where the deal was made that changed the market so much.
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Haven't been keeping your ear to the streets, have you? Essentially an 8th round pick was signed for $10 million salary...the same thing that the #1 overall pick made. If an 8th round pick is worth $10 million, then naturally the top draft picks are worth much more than they were originally signed to.
Blame the market and blame President Justin.
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I dont need to blame others. Though those details are common knowledge. I meant the specifics on the negotiation. To have been a fly on that wall.
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President Justin's negotiations are....unique....to say the least.
Good day Presidente Vega de la Pancho del Taco.
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Presidente Vega laughs as he watches the agents walk out of his building
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Presidente Vega stops laughing as soon as he is assured that he is not within hearing distance
Del Taco huh? That one will cost you Mr. Lancaster. Maybe not today. But soon. And for the rest of your life.
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GRETCHEN!!!
Presidente Vega realizes he was yelling still fuming over the insult given to him.
Sorry ...
Gretchen will you be able to get in contact with a representative for Sullen? I am really impressed with the artwork on their clothing brand and wanted to partner with them and create a line of clothing especially for Devil members. Being in this part of Los Angeles what you wear is just as important as who you are and I want the Devils name to be synonymous with success.
I want a T Shirt for every member outside of Frightmare, Russell Wade, and Krystal. Frightmare will have three while Wade and Krystal will have two respectively. Get back to me. Here is their information
http://www.sullenclothing.com/Store/Tees?sort1desc=F&sort1=Item_ONLINECUSTOMERPRICE (http://www.sullenclothing.com/Store/Tees?sort1desc=F&sort1=Item_ONLINECUSTOMERPRICE)
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You'd probably get a better response if you gave me a specific monetary offer to take them.
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Let them know that we will invest 2.5 Million in PR for their work. They will pay us 600k to be the official apparel of The Devils which we will sell at all home events and on internet sales directly to our incentives budget.
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I'll give them your proposal. You should have an answer in a day or so.
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I've heard back from the representative from Sullen. They'd like to be paid $3.5 million from our PR budget, with a flat $1 million dollar return to our incentives budget from their sales. They'd like this to be a 2 year deal.
Let them know that is unacceptable. To increase a 1million dollars in payment for a return of 400 thousand is too low and offer. Return back to them and if they want their million dollar in raise that they will have to give an increase of 900,000.
The New offer is 3.5 Million in PR for 1.5 Million in Incentives.
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They agree to those terms sir.
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Thank you Gretchen. Now to continue our introductory interviews. I'd like to speak with Mace
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Mace welcome to The Devils. How's the back feeling?
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Feelin' good man. Imma show everyone I got more in the tank boss.
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That's what I wanted to hear when I drafted you. But I'm a Presidente with a plan. I know what you've done as a singles competitor and I know the toll it has taken. I want to ease you back into the game where you can still achieve the same glory but not put as much pressure on your body. What are your thoughts partnering with Muhammad Al Shitari? Sure the kid is a bit eccentric for America but his loyalty is without question? I think the move would be good for yourself.
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It'll help me last 'til the end of the season I think. I never did no tag teams before or nothin', but I'll give it a shot.
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Glad your open to it and I think it is definitely worth the shot. Thank you for your time.
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Gretchen introduce Mike Haller and get him into my office.
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Your agent feels very secure in your abilities negotiating that 1 year contract for you. I'm going to give you the opening spot on the card so you have plenty of time to prove yourself. Are you comfortable with that kind of pressure?
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Pressure? That's not pressure. Base jumping from the Empire State Building? NOW we're talking!
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A man who cheats death herself? Well I have to say Mr. Haller you intrigue me. But so does your medical history. You've suffered quite the list of injuries? How many of those have been from wrestling and how many have been from ... your extra curricular activities?
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Who's been talkin' shit about Mike Haller?!? I'll kick his ass faster than that time I fell off that jet ski!
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Never take me for a fool Mr. Haller I pay good money for information. Knowledge is power and you are looking at the World's Strongest Man. Your used to being a daredevil but now you are my dare DEVIL. So how about we come to a deal. No risks outside of wrestling. No base jumping. No jet skiing. No spelunking, bungee jumping, no para sailing, nothing nada! But I don't ask for anything without giving it. So I offer you 500, 000. 250, 000 in cold card cash and the other 250, 000 to market you as our DareDEVIL.
This something we can agree with Mr. Haller?
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So long as we're just talking about during the season. The offseason is MINE.
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Sure i can agree to that. So long as you remember that during the season. Your MINE. Ill get the paperwork in order and you should see your account fresh with green.
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Gretchen send in Vance please
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Hey. Nice mask ya freak.
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Oh you must be a fan. Though it's not freak. It's President Vega. Never forget that. Though I do get a big smile when I see you apply that torture rack. How long you been working on that move to perfect it?
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Let's compromise and go with "President Freak". And breaking backs is something I LOVE to do, so you're damn right I perfected it!
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*A small chuckle emerges from behind the mask of Presidente Vega*
Compromise huh? I do that a lot in life. Matter of fact I just came to a compromise with Mike Haller before I asked you into my office.
But call it machismo. Call it being a mamma's boy.
The one thing I don't compromise is with my name. See my name is the only thing my mother ever game before passing and I will NOT have any compromise in THAT department.
So I don't care if you call everyone freak, bub, buddy, guy, whatever pro noun suits your needs. MY NAME IS PRESIDENTE VEGA.
*Vega slams his fist on the table to drive his point him He looks down at his clenched fist and releases his grip stretching out his fingers*
I think I finally feel what everyone else has been saying about it being hot in here. When those emotions get going ... that fire just ... blazes ... out of control.
Anyways, the point of this conversation wasn't about my name but the position you are going to be in my Devils group. Sometimes you need a workhorse, sometimes you need a thoroughbred, and sometimes you need a man who can the dirty work. Our lineup allows a man to roam free not worry about competition but ready to intervene at a moment's notice. I wan't that man to be you. When the moment calls for it I want you to go out there and break some godamn backs. No questions asked. Can you do that for me Vance?
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My man......President Vega.....I was just breakin' balls. No offense intended.
Anyways, as long as the checks clear, I'll do whatever you ask. No worries.
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Now that Vance is an attitude for gratitude. Money talks. Bullshit walks. Glad we understand each other.
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Gretchen I'll need a minute alone. Got to get this brain to work on some fantastic promotions for our wrestlers but before that I want to speak with Mr. Reeves if he is not too busy.
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You wished for my presence Mr. Vega?
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Oh i would never wish for you Mr. Reeves. We have to be careful what we wish for after all. And i feel perfectly safe in your presence.
I have quite the patriotic member of our roster. Mr. Shitari bleeds red white and blue ... and well i'd like for him to bleed Devil blood instead. He requested to do a pledge of alliegance before his match and while i dismissed that idea I have quite the compromise
What do you think if this as the official Flag of The Devils??
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Best of both worlds I think. Think of it an entire arena saluting your team and yourself.
Is that something that you can give your "blessing?"
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It is acceptable. It may even convince others to accept and even pursue our....unique.....way of life.
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Thank you sir. When I was hired I promised you a cathedral did I not? Soon many will flock to the house that Reeves built to hear the word. And that word ... is pain. Thank you for your time.
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Gretchen I wan't to shill these flags like there is no tomorrow. For the first season I want a flag underneath every seat for every home event. I want them decorating our stadium in lieu of the banners that we will win eventually. Do you have an estimated cost for that?
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It depends on the quality you are looking for. You can get it quick and cheap for $500K. You can have much nicer merchandise for $1 million.
We don't do anything cheap here in Los Angeles. Let's spend the million. Also bring back Mr. Shitari to this office.
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MUHAMMAD ENTERS WITH AN AMERICAN FLAG DRAPED OVER HIS SHOULDERS AND EATING A HAMBURGER
Hey boss, the chick with the mohawk said you wanted to see me?
Also, while I'm here, I was wondering if you wanted to go catch a Dodger game with me? Baseball IS America's favorite pastime after all!!
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Well lets discuss some good news first. As I always say business before pleasure. So per our last conversation we talked about a pledge of the devils and after discussing it with creative ... well things weren't clicking. But I'm not one to pass up an opportunity.
So instead of seperating the two I've combined them. Not with a pledge but like that flag you drape over your shoulder. I've pumped money into making thousands of these.I want you to have the first.
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Best of both worlds I think. Think of it an entire arena saluting your team and America at the same time. Though instead of saluting in a military fashion we raise a clenched fist above our heads. What do you think Mr. Shitari?
As for your request. While i love baseball ... not so much the Dodgers ... i cannot give preferential treatment to an employee. Without them earning it.
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MUHAMMAD FINISHES HIS BURGER AND OPENS A CAN OF PEPSI.
I like the flag boss. Best of both worlds, ya know? Do I still get to come to the ring to the Star Spangled Banner?
And I understand about the ballgame. Maybe some other time. I'm gonna go catch a John Wayne movie down at the retro theatre. Then I think I'll head over to WalMart and buy a gun. We DO have the right to bear arms in the country, after all!! Isn't it great!?!
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That's going to be a no for the Star Spangled Banner.
And about that gun. Not sure what you've actually learned about America but in the state of California you will need your Firearm Safety Certificate. To acquire that you will need to take a 30 question test on gun safety and knowledge before you can even fill out any paperwork to purchase ANY firearm be it a long gun or hand gun. The fee for that exam is 25 bucks.
Then once you've received your FSC from a licensed firearms instructor THEN you go to a retail store and purchase your choice of gun. You'll have to pay for the price of the firearm, it's background check, and still wait an additional 10 days before you can pick up that firearm. After that you need to perform a safety affidavit showing you can properly load and discharge a round without firing it as well as properly place the appropriate safety device on the weapon.
What I'm saying is that now that you are an American ... a proud one at that ... some choices with a bigger commitment than others.
Because with great power ... comes great responsi --- wait that's not it. With great power ... comes great opportunity!
But either way if you need the advice of a fellow immigrant turned citizen my office is available once you make an appointment.
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I'll need to look into the gun thing a little more. I didn't realize that freedom had so many hoops to jump through!!
But boss....why are you denying me the Star Spangled Banner? I don't get to choose my own entrance music?
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Don't think of it as hoops you have to jump through but laws other American's have enacted to keep the rest of America in order. And to answer the question about your entrance music ... no you don't get to choose. You haven't earned that yet.
When you signed your name to paper in joining the Devils your starting from scratch all over again. Now I've already compromised and incorporated your flag into the flag of the Devils ... don't push your luck Mr. Shitari or you might find you shouldn't trust a woman who only comes around when you are winning.
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PROJECTED LINEUP
Main Event: FRIGHTMARE
Semi-Main Event: RUSSEL WADE
Tag Team #1: MUHAMMAD AL SHITARI
Tag Team #2: MACE
Opener: MIKE HALLER
Woman: KRYSTAL
Bench: VANCE MENDENHALL
Sparring: THE CLOWN
Captain: FRIGHTMARE
Training
Mike Haller – Resilience
Frightmare – Counters
Krystal – Strength
PR
FRIGHTMARE – 2 MILLION – VIRAL VIDEOS AND ENTRANCE
[500,000] – 1st Viral Video – These viral videos spread on instagram and vines will be to build the mystic of Frightmare. Here we will have Frightmare do a narration about who Frightmare while the video pans over the Los Angeles skyline at night. The camera will cut to tourists on city walk, the walk of fame, and the Hollywood sign.
"Millions come to Los Angeles in the search of fame. They all want to live the California dream. Lights. Camera. Action. But not everybody makes it. Where do they turn in their desperation? I've spent many nights hearing them call to me. They want my help. Until they get it. When the lights go out and they cry themselves to sleep at night. They will hear my voice. Their nightmare hasn't ended. It's gotten much worse. Frightmare is here."
The last image will be a cut of Frightmare looking, smiling, and rushing the camera in a span of 5 seconds. The video will go to a black screen directing them to visit The Devils website.
[500,000] – 2nd Viral Video - These viral videos spread on instagram and vines will be to build the mystic of Frightmare. Here we will have Frightmare use scares in a public scenario. The video will take place on a public bus. It will be filled with regular patrons of Los Angeles as once again a narration of Frightmare will go over the beginning of the video.
"People say they don't believe in the supernatural. Magic is better saved for little children and their books. But magic isn't a child's toy. Wielded in the right hands magic can save lives. But held in the wrong hands. Magic can be quite the Frightmare."
While the narration continues a man wearing a leather jacket and a fedora will go to the front of the bus and request that the bus driver stop. Amidst the confusion the man will turn around and reveal himself to be Frightmare. He sneezes and the cap falls down as his head falls into his hands. The bus will scream as the video will cut to a black screen directing them to visit The Devils website.
[500,000] – 3rd Viral Video - These viral videos spread on instagram and vines will be to build the mystic of Frightmare. This video will be the longest going for 5 minutes. It will be done in a documentary style following Frightmare's path through history. It will mimic the story of the Slenderman with Frightmare superimposed in historical events of brutality. Different "experts" will identify markers as to Frightmare being summoned and a horrible event in history occurring after that. The lasting line will be from a lone survivor of the latest destruction. He admits to having conjured up Frightmare summoning him and how much he regrets it.
"I was just a kid. I didn't know any better. The pain I've caused. It haunts me ... HE haunts me. Wherever Frightmare is summoned. Destruction follows."
The lasting scene will finish with a figure moving in the background emerging from the shadows. Frightmare will appear as he smiles at the camera and rolls his eyes backwards. The camera will go black as the interviewer scream out for God. More screams will be heard in darkness as the black screen will eventually have text leading people towards The Devils website.
[500,000] – Ring Entrance – For every entrance at home.
The lights will dim to complete darkness as three people in robes will walk out to the ring. Inside they will paint a symbol inside of the ring with red spray paint. The symbol will be a circle inside of a triangle. They will carry lit candles in their hand as they position themselves at each point of the triangle. When positioned the song "Hymn to Lucifer" by DAEMONARCH will play. Fog from beneath the ring will flow from underneath. The ring itself will be covered in fog so up to the waist of the robed people. Lightning will shoot from the top of the facility towards the stage as fireballs will shoot upwards from the stage.
Frightmare will rise up from the symbol through the fog already being in the ring from the exact point from which he was "summoned". He will look at every ring post individually and when he does each one will shoot up a flame. He will then raise his arms high in the air and lower them for all ring posts and stage to shoot fire upwards and at the same time the people in robes will throw their robes away revealing women with his mark on their forehead.
RUSSELL WADE – 1 MILLION
[500,000] – Never Surrender – National commercial that will put Russell Wade at different moments of history where bravery was shown. A narration will go over the images as they come. "When people tell you no ... when people tell you you can't ... when people tell you to quit ... never surrender."
[500,000] – Old Spice – National commercial that reimagines the Old Spice commercial about being uncivilized. Russell Wade will be shown to be a very nice and chivalrous gentlemen. He will explain the rules of being a gentleman. The proper words, manners, and attire that is required of one to be considered ... and before he can finish he sees in the background a young man stealing a purse from an old lady running towards him. Quickly he beats the man and drops him with patented pedigree. He meanly stares down at the man before smiling back at that camera and dusting a bit of dirt of his shoulder using his pocket square ... and finishes the line: "For one to be considered .... Civilized."
KRYSTAL – 500 THOUSAND
[250,000] – Krystal Vision – A partnership with Oakley will make these uniquely designed sunglasses. LED's will be placed inside of the frame of the glasses so that they will always be changing colors. These will be handed out on the first home game of the season to celebrate the opening and let everyone know that the Devils chance of being the dominant team in the TCW "never looked so Krystal clear."
[250,000] – Krystal Diamonds – In partnership with Harry Winston this rare collection of diamonds will be sold in select stores in Beverly Hills. Rarer than a Pearl, Stronger than a Tigress, and more heavinly than Divine ... these diamonds will be "simply stunning".
MIKE HALLER – 250 THOUSAND – MOVIE TRAILER
Airtime to be purchased during primetime network television. A faux movie trailer will hype the different stunts that Mike Haller can and has performed. The trailer will be in complete jest of James Bond/Mission Impossible type of movies. His acrobatic, agility, and toughness will be on full display as the sequences of events warrant him to perform these insane stunts. The situation will end with him in front of the Devils new arena where he catches people late to the show. He turns back to the camera. "Never be late to the show ... or you might miss the trailers." He will wink at the camera before turning back to the arena to walk in. The screen will shift to a black screen that will say: Mike Haller stars in Agent Devil. Coming soon. Then will be directed to the devils website.
VANCE MENDENHALL – 500 THOUSAND – RELEASE THE KRAKEN
The iconic catchphrase is more notably known for releasing a being of large force and power that is unstoppable. This series of commercials will air on the funny side letting people who normally could not strike back that would normally be forced to take some form of abuse. A cashier taking abuse from a customer will hit a large red button "releasing the kraken." Vance will then come in and graphically break the woman's back over his knee. Comically much like the old Batman TV show the sound effect "Kraken" will pop up as he breaks the offender's backs. A boss mimicking the scene from Office Space. A waiter being run down by a customer. A valet attendant with a finger in his place. Each one will end with a brutal backbreak and with the person who pushed hugging Vance sporting new devil horns and smiling. Vance will look into the camera and remind everyone to come see The Devils ... or the next Kraken he releases will be theirs.
LOCK IN
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The team is back from training camp. Here's a few notes for you:
~ Brad Matthews and Sam Wainwright are having trouble communicating. Mostly because Brad has no idea what Sam is talking about most of the time.
~ Krystal is generally unhappy. She feels that her PR was misguided, and resented the specialized training which is "for rooks" according to her.
~ Mike Haller is disappointed that you didn't market him as a "DareDEVIL" as you promised.
~ Russell Wade is in the best shape of his life, and was the hardest worker at camp.
The trainers are putting together the team sheet for you. Once I get it to you, you'll be expected to put out a press release before speaking to your Head Trainer.
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Here you go. Please issue your press release, then speak to your Head Trainer.
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To the esteemed members of the media as you've heard from some of my other colleagues ... today marks the beginning of a new world. One that includes Team Combat Wrestling. Now I've spent some time in Los Angeles in my lifetime. I know the city well. I know it's loyalty to dynasty's and I know it's rebellion against authority.
Well here at the cathedral ... you can revel in both. I've converted some of the greatest talents ... unique talents ... that cannot be seen on any other roster in this league. Wonder at the power Russell Wade. Stand in awe at the perfection of Krystal. And cower in fear ... when your Frightmare comes to life. But don't show up late or you might miss out on Mr. Trending himself ... Agent Devil Mike Haller! And the last thing you want to be is left out.
So step into our Cathedral and see what happens when you come face to face with The Devils themselves. It will be quite the Revelations.
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Mr. Matthews!! What is your biggest concern coming out of training camp?
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Nothing outside of what was already communicated to you. I'd like to see us find room for The Clown in the lineup though. He's a freak, but he's good.
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The only problem is to give him a spot we have to take on away and outside of Vance I don't see anyone worth pulling. I assume when you say you want him in the lineup you think he should start?
I say we let the boys know it's a short lease so they better perform. Anyone who crumbles under that small amount of pressure probably isn't worth our time anyway.
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Yeah, ideally I'd like him to see him start. But the lineup is your call. If you wanna give them rope, I can understand and see the logic in it.
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Like you told me when you said you never brought on Porter ... a President has to think of things like team morale. A new wrinkle to you I'm sure.
But out of curiosity who left you unimpressed coming out of camp. I heard about Wade coming in the best shape ... that man personifies the word hard work.
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Vance has the weakest in-ring game, while Muhammad's enthusiasm can sometimes get the better of him. Truth be told, we have a group of freaks and weirdos, but they're talented freaks and weirdos.
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Would you believe me if I told you it was on purpose?
Now I also heard you had some communication issues with Sam right? I have to give the devil his due. He helped us land Wade and avoid piles of crap in Carson and Angel. So the man can at least scout.
But if he starts becoming a burden you let me know. After all their is a reason I made you HEAD trainer. Keep me posted On Sam if you can.
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i don't have a problem with him personally.....I just don't understand what the hell he's talking about most of the time. I'll admit though, when he talks about the screams.....it freaks me out a little.
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Give it time coach and his idiosyncrasies will begin to make sense. Continuing about our staff I noticed our good doctor was a bit nervous around me. But i can have that effect on people ...
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How has he gelled with the staff and the wrestlers?
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No issues on that front.
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Thanks Mr. Matthews please if you may send in Krystal to speak with me.
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Krystal it seems I've missed the mark on promoting you. That concernes me seeing as you are my womens division. And frankly as far im concerned TCW 's women division. Im sure your training compunded that so I'm here in front of you looking for a solution.
What can I do to make our Krystal happy?
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LED sunglasses? Diamonds? Who you think I am, Paris Hilton? Nah uh, I don't play that. And what's with sending me to this 'extra strength training'? You think I need help or something? Like I'm some weak girl? Psssh, that's some bull.
You need to think things through better Mr. Scary Mask.
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Alright Ms. Krystal I'll eat it on the PR i missed the mark. But i think the strength training isnt out of line. Powerlifters dont stop trying to max out. Check out Russell Wade that man lives in the gym.
I wanted you to increase your strength so you could not only beat these girls. I want you to EMBARASS them. Sure you could already lift them high over your head ... but i want you to throw them into the first row.
Shock and Awe. Thats our gameplan. So i promise you over the next couple weeks that I'll make your PR right. I'm just going to talk to some buyers and get them to sign off on it.
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Mmm hmm. Holla at me later then.
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Thanks for listening Krystal I'll come through for you.
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Gretchen get me Mike Haller please
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Mike i hear theirs some displeasure about the DareDEVIL campaign not moving forward. I and our creative department decided we didn't want to be labeled a copycat with the success of the show on netflix.
But Agent Devil isn't that bad is it? Not to mention in my presser to the media I'm going to make sure my social media department shills the shit out of you and truly make you Mr.Trending. After all if I don't follow through you have the unique ability to just not resign with us.
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It's not that I was married to the "DareDEVIL" campaign. My issue is, you told me one thing, then did something else. We're just establishing a working relationship, and you break your word before the first week of the season? What am I supposed to make of that?
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Hey things are always fluid here. Sometimes things change. I'm sorry that you feel that way but at least now I can understand where you are coming from so that one is on me. You'll notice that about me since we are starting a business relationship. I take credit for all my work ... the good ... and the bad.
Hopefully by the end of the season you can see the kind of Devil that I am. And I can see the kind of Devil you are.
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So your word basically means nothing? If "things are fluid" and "sometimes things change", you are basically saying that you aren't holding yourself to the same standard I am being held to. What if I decided to change the agreement that we made regarding my extracurricular activities during the season? You wouldn't be very pleased if you found out that I was, for example, skydiving, base jumping, or rock climbing.
I'll be honest....you've shaken my faith in you.
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When it comes to creative and brainstorming ideas yes that is always fluid. My mind is always running. I never intended for my change in PR to be seen as a compromise of my integrity. But I can't do anything at the moment to change your faith in me at the moment with words so watch and listen to my actions instead of my words.
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Gretchen gather the team in into the locker rooms me and Mr. Haller will walk down there.
THE TEAM IS GATHERED AS YOU AND MIKE ARRIVE
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Gentlemen! And lady of course. Welcome to the first week of combat. We all know the talent that exists in the room. It's now time to show the rest of the league starting with the PFC that you do not want to go toe to toe with The Devils. This is our dominion ... they're just too stupid to realize it.
Main Event: FRIGHTMARE
Semi-Main Event: RUSSEL WADE
Tag Team #1: MUHAMMAD AL SHITARI
Tag Team #2: MACE
Opener: MIKE HALLER
Woman: KRYSTAL
Bench: VANCE MENDENHALL
Sparring: THE CLOWN
Lock In
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PRESIDENT VEGA PLEASED WITH RESULTS; APPLAUDS FIGHTMARE'S PASSION
Good evening to all. I am pleased to report to our fans that our victory in Denver has been completed. Each competition grew with the passing of the minute and we proved ourselves victorious over our competitors. My fellow President has proclaimed a morale victory in a losing effort and I want to make that clear that in Los Angeles and with the Devils there is no room for moral victories. Now there have been looking for me to comment about Frightmare and his outbursts after being submitted. Let me make it clear that if the PFC are looking for damages they can call me to pay for them. As for discipline. There will not be any. This group of Devils is unique. They come from all walks of life but one thing binds them all together.
Passion.
Passion to succeed.
Passion to compete.
Passion to WIN.
I will not punish that. While I hear of wrestlers refusing to participate as they have contractually agreed to do so I will not punish one of my team members for caring enough about losing that he had to express himself physically. I simply will not.
So with that being said I will move forward with our schedule and prepare to compete against the Militia. Having suffered a loss I'm sure they would like to get a victory. But I issue a warning to them. The Devils are coming to town. Much like our previous competitor this one too will have to be pleased with morality as a victory. And to Mr. USA ... I congratulate you on your submission victory but I feel it fair to speak on the behalf of Frightmare ... you will not have a repeat performance.
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Mr. Matthews what was the teams response to my press release?
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The boys and I were pretty pleased with what you said. Most expected some sort of disciplinary action, but being told that having passion - and having the abiltiy to express that passion - was a good thing....well, let's just say your approval rating certainly rose around here.
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I'm not your average Presidente. I just care that it doesn't become a habit. And by that I mean the losing in the main event. I know your looking to get The Clown into the lineup. It's only been a week but we here in Los Angeles expect results. Anyone sticking out like a sore thumb in a BAD way?
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Nobody stands out in a 'we have to fix this right now' kinda way. As you said, I'd love to see the Clown hit the lineup at some point, but nothing has changed since the last time we spoke about the lineup to justify a change right now.
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We'll keep an eye on it. Mind sending me Frightmare Mr. Matthews?
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Frightmare shall not submit again.....EVER.
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Exactly what I wanted to hear. Circle the calendar in Week 8. You'll get your chance again at XJ. Every match from here on out is an example you send to him. Retribution is coming for him.
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Frightmare will bend XJ into positions that even a contortionist hasn't thought of, listening for the sweet sound of muscles tearing and bones breaking. Revenge will be glorious. The bodies that will fall in the coming weeks as I await the reckoning are on XJ Hawkins head, not Frightmares.
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Then ... he will have your permission to die. Just the attitude I wanted to see from my Captain. Now i won't stand in the way of your mission and you are free to go.
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Gretchen can we set up a meeting with the apparel departments for JustFab I want to see if they are interested with using Krystal as a spokesperson for their female athletic wear and help promote their fairly new brand.
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I spoke with someone in their PR department. They instructed me to tell you to send over your proposal, and they will evaluate it and get back to us.
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Let them know that they will receive 1 Million dollars from us to promote Krystal both virally and through a conventional national commercial. We want to emphasize the customability of their clothing line with the uniqueness of Krystal's abilities in the ring. Please let me know when they reach a conclusion.
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I'll let you know when I hear back.
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Thanks Gretchen. Let us bathe in the victory in the house of another before we finally celebrate in a cathedral of our own. Please ensure the trainers receive this before we depart to finish off the Militia.
Main Event: FRIGHTMARE
Semi-Main Event: RUSSEL WADE
Tag Team #1: MUHAMMAD AL SHITARI
Tag Team #2: MACE
Opener: MIKE HALLER
Woman: KRYSTAL
Bench: VANCE MENDENHALL
Sparring: THE CLOWN
Lock In
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PRESIDENT VEGA LABELS TEAM ROAD WARRIORS - CATHEDRAL SET TO HOST NEXT WEEK!
What a competition! Once again another trip on the road and another victory come away as the Devils are 2-0. I can't express the difficulty in entering someone's home and taking from them that which they want most. I look at the Shoot Club and I shake my head at the wasted opportunity in front of them. They were granted a winning streak on a platter getting to play at home for the first two weeks. So to see my Devils be given a challenge and to see my Devils rise above that challenge. It makes a President happy.
Last week news reports centered around Frightmare and this week it seems the Dirt Sheets still can't get enough of our charismatic enigma. I'm happy that Team Combat Wrestling hires efficient referees that know when to call a contest because I feel safe in saying that most competitors would keep fighting until there arms were ripped off. And while that is commendable; Frightmare is the only competitor that I know of willing to rip your arm off to let you prove it. But I'm happy for my main eventer to rebound after last week and truly ... who can stop him?
But I must also credit Mike Haller as well. Our Agent Devil is proving even in other people's buildings that if your not 5 minutes early to the matches then you are already 5 minutes late. I can't wait to see what he can do in our Cathedral.
And this upcoming week that's exactly what the Devils get to do is come home. For two weeks we have taken from others and left a building full of disappointed fans. But this week we get to hold church and lead our congregation on a march across the TCW. And with the Rebellion finding every possible way to ruin a franchise in it's infancy. It's humorous that the Rebellion is owned by Rip Terry because for Justin and his Rebellion it's R.I.P. when they comes to Los Angeles
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Mr. Matthews it seems Frightmare has rebounded well from the loss. Whoever the Rebellion place in the Main Event, assuming they can fill out a lineup, is in for a bad day.
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Frightmare definitely had a chip on his shoulder this week. I liked what I saw out of him out there, and I think Sam did too. At least, that's what I thought he meant when he was singing about 'the screams calling' to him.
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How's the overall morale of the team? Winning helps sure but I know it doesn't make up for everything and coming out of camp not everyone was feeling good.
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The overall mood is good. Everyone is trying to tweak their game and bring it to the next level. With the exception of Haller who has won both of his matches, everyone else is 1-1 on the year, and they're all trying to perfect things.
As for more personal issues, everyone is keeping that sort of thing to themselves right now.
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Well that's good to hear for now. Thank you Mr. Matthews.
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Gretchen have we heard back from the people at JustFab?
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They are in agreement with your proposal, so long as Krystal has a prominent "JustFab" logo visible on her ring gear.
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Excellent news Gretchen let's go ahead and call Krystal in.
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Krystal i know you weren't completely pleased about your marketing campaign so I invested 1 million dollars into a new one.
I got your a sponsorship deal with JustFab company. They are a fitness clothing company that makes unique clothing specifically for working out. They've accepted taking you on and marketing you virally and in national commercials. They're only requirement is having their logo on your ring gear.
How do you feel about that?
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Mmm hmm, it's tight. I can dig that, Mr. Scary Mask Man.
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I told you I would do right by you Krystal. Now go and give our home crowd a hell of a show.
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Gretchen is their any way to know if we have sold out our tickets ahead of the matches?
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As a new league, none of the TCW clubs have had a sellout yet, although walk up sales the day of the events have been solid.
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Gretchen is their a way we can ensure that we sell out our first home game? Either through marketing, group deals, or old fashioned boots on the ground promoting?
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We can try those things, but no guarantees that it'll work. The local market is excited though, there is a buzz in the area.
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No that won't be necessary. I'm afraid for the moment we will let word of mouth be our promotion. After all the screams that will erupt from our opponents will bring many coming to see the action! Please ensure the trainers receive this lineup.
Main Event: FRIGHTMARE
Semi-Main Event: RUSSEL WADE
Tag Team #1: MUHAMMAD AL SHITARI
Tag Team #2: MACE
Opener: MIKE HALLER
Woman: KRYSTAL
Bench: VANCE MENDENHALL
Sparring: THE CLOWN
Lock In
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HOMECOMING VICTORY FOR DEVILS; MIKE HALLER SETS THE TONE
We've all seen plenty of different PR come and go. We've all seen men labeled as the future ... labeled as the greatest ... labeled as the biggest. But with Mike Haller we told the truth. DON'T BE LATE. If you weren't in your seat by kickoff and you were busy in the Sullen store, or grabbing a hot dog, or busy looking down at your phone ... YOU MISSED OUT!! Just seeing the image of Mike coming down from the rafters ... breathtaking and that's even before the matches start.
Let's be honest here the Rebellion never had a chance against us. 3-0 now in competition and we only grow more dominant as the weeks go on.
We all understand the importance in having an anchor in your Main Event spot. We need a guy like Frightmare to put the final nail in the coffin of our opponents and snuff out their hopes of competing against us. BUT we also need a man like Mike Haller to set the tone week in and week out. Superkick after Superkick after Superkick Mike has ensured that in every competition we start of with a lead and never lose it. That is very valuable.
Now I know there are some reports circulating that Mike did not clear his bungee stunt with us and those reports are correct. BUT much like our earlier situation with Frightmare Mike did this again from a source of passion and wanting to entertain the fans. Not to mention as unnerved as I felt I can't imagine what it did for his opponent's psyche going into the match. Now going forward I want to be clear that we want Mike to be open with us about ideas like this. We want him to feel like the organization supports and backs him 100%.
Unfortunately our fans are going to have to wait another week before we can quench their thirst for more entertainment at the Cathedral as we have to go on the road to face the Shark Tank. How unfavorable for them. Another organization in flux. Shark Tank is known for being fun and loving ... they are about to receive a rude awakening when the Devils come to town.
Just take a look at Ms. Ray what a bubbly girl she is. Impressive so far. Undefeated. But inadequate and really unchallenged. When Ms. Ray meets the Devils' own Krystal ... the outcome is going to be a first for her. But not for her organization. They are quite accustomed to losing. As is their new President. As you lay down to sleep President Rob you should pray the Lord your soul to keep. Because The Devils play for keeps!
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Mr. Matthews I understood from the report how fans and management responded but how did the rest of the team respond to Mr. Haller's stunt?
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From what I understand, he told the boys to crowd around the monitor, because they wouldn't wanna miss his entrance. When he did it, they boys popped big time for him.
I thought it was the dumbest thing I ever saw.
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Support of the locker room. Support of the fans. Gonna have to be careful with this one. I want you to know ahead of time I'm gonna give the kid some slack but make it be known that going forward that's not how things work. He's been undefeated so far and that for me gives him one grace moment. That was it.
That being discussed we had a hell of a debut but it's the second week in a row Wade takes the loss. Just a matter of matchups or are we seeing a ceiling form over him?
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I think it's just a matter of growth for him. He works the hardest of any of our guys in the gym, and in the practice ring. He just needs time to put it all together. When he does, he'll be scary.
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I'm sure of it too coach but as a semi main eventer I need results eventually. For now let's give him the room he needs but I still want to have a talk with him. Thanks for your time Mr. Matthews.
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Gretchen can we get Russel Wade called into my office
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Russel coach tells me your working hard in the gym and in the practice ring. I got that same feeling when I first interviewed you after drafting you. So can you tell me if something is feeling off because by all measures you should be more successful than you have been.
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I know Mr. Vega, I know. I've been a disappointment, not only to you, not only to myself, but to the team. It's been keeping me up at night, eating away at me......kinda the way that mask eats into my soul when I stare into it. Can you breathe in that thing?
Regardless, I'm gonna double up at the gym and in the practice ring. I gotta turn this thing around.
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You'd be surprised just what I can do in this thing.
But if I can play Devil's Advocate here for a second. You've lived your life in the gym. Banging and clanging. It's gotten you this far but you've plateaued and can't quite get over the hump. I've learned that doing the same thing over and over can lead you down a crazy path.
Have you thought about trying something different? Finding a way to let the moment come to you. Does that make sense at all or am I just spinning my tires here Mr. Wade?
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It makes sense....but I only know one way to do things. Head on, full force. I'm not very good at 'letting the moment come to me'. I don't even know how I'd do that.
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Have you ever tried meditation? It's real simple just sitting down closing your eyes and focusing on your breathing. Helps zero the mechanism out. Clearly your taking care of your body but are you taking care of your mind? Depending on your level of comfort I can get you a yoga instructor or someone to help and teach you to meditate. That is if you are interested.
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I'm willing to try anything. But I'll warn you right now....it'll be damn hard for me. I'm a 100mph, pedal to the metal, if it doesn't hurt you're not doing it right, kinda guy. Yoga and meditation? It'll probably be harder for me than learning how to do a phoenix splash.
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But you are also a guy who if he tries something he's going to do it to the best of his abilities. If there's one thing I can say about you Mr. Wade it's that quit just isn't in your vocabulary. I'll make sure to set up something this week ... who knows ... you may end up becoming a master of the lucha libre after all. HA!
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I'll give it everything I've got!
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Gretchen I'm looking to find a yoga instructor for Mr. Russel Wade someone who can help him meditate and clear out his mind. How much would it be to hire someone for him personally?
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Depends on the quality you're looking for. The more you spend, the better the quality of the hire.
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I'm looking for the creme of the crop. First and foremost the instructor has to be female. She has to be a professional and above board. Someone who has experience working with athletes in pressure situations. Whatever that costs me you tell me the price and I'll pay it.
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I've found the top 2 instructors in LA. Shall I have them come up to meet you?
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Thank you Gretchen go ahead and send them up
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I'm Mallory Malone. Your assistant says you're looking for a yoga instructor?
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I'm Lexi. I'm here for the same reason.
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Hello Ms. Malone and Ms. Lexi. It is Ms. yes? I'm looking for a yoga instructor for one of my guys. This man is having trouble breaking through to the next level and I feel that if we cleared his mind and got him away of the jock gym mentality that we could make that happen.
Do any of you have experience working with professional athletes before?
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Ms. Malone is fine, or Mallory if you want. I've worked with professional, and amateur athletes on all levels. I feel that I can help find their inner qi.
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Not Ms. Lexi, just Lexi. Like Madonna. And I don't give out the names on my client list sugar, I hope you understand. Many of my clients would prefer that their sessions remain anonymous. But I believe I could help your boy.
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Ms. Malone do you have any references that you mind I talk to?
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And Lexi, I can appreciate wanting to keep things anonymous ... after all who am I to begrudge someone of their anonymity having worn this mask my entire career? Now you say that you can help my boy .. do you share that same anonymity with your methods or can you share how you can help.
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Steven Crawford, Redford Shack, Gerry Nichols....those'd be my top 3 clients for sure.
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Mind-body connection. To get the most out of your body, you must get the most out of your mind.
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Those are some impressive names indeed. Now I must ask about your own methods. Given that my boy is a gym rat how do you stress their bodies enough to make feel that the process is working or do you just stick to spiritual yoga and let them come to their own conclusions?
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I ask for myself, possibly looking for a freebie and possibly to check out your credentials ... I have had bouts of migraines ... how should I stimulate my mind so as to ... minimize the pain.
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There is some physicality involved, but that comes later in the process. Early on, we focus on breathing and focus, before branching out naturally from there.
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You need to free your mind. That process is radically different from client to client. I'd be glad to book you an appointment too....
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Now comes the true question of the day. How much does each one of you charge whether it be by session or one lump sum?
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I think that a 1 year commitment for $1 million dollars will suffice. Your man will be my top scheduling priority.
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Tell you what....I'll give your boy 1 week free of charge, to see if we gel. If he likes the results, I'll match Mallory's deal.
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Interesting offers. I've considered them and I've made my decision. Ms. Malone you are hired. Lexi I am a firmly believe that if you are good at something never do it for free. That was the difference maker. Though if you wish to still give us that free week trial Mr. Sam Wainwright could use a little help with his mind body connection. But that choice is up to you.
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I'm very excited to work with you, and your man!
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I'd love to meet Mr. Wainwright. After I'm done with him, and he tells you the job I do, you'll be begging me to come back and replace Mallory. But just so you know....I won't come cheap then.
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I look forward to seeing the results from the both of you. Now please. The doors over there.
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Gretchen let's get Mr. Haller into my office
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Mr. Haller you once told me what it would feel like if you reneged on our agreement and performed stunts during the season. You said I wouldnt like it.
So here we are. Me not liking it.
But I'm prepared to call it even. And the fans did enjoy it. What do you think Mr. Haller?
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The way I see it, I didn't break our agreement. You said 'no risks outside of wrestling'. My ring entrance falls right in the 'wrestling category' if you ask me. It's not like I was cliff diving in South America, or dirt bike riding in Mexico.
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And now you fancy yourself a lawyer wanting to argue that the word wrestling in our agreement was a noun and not a verb.
I can applaud that for a moment.
And now that moment has passed. Don't get cute with me Mr. Haller. Bury this hatchet and let's move on. I'm not President Death. I don't threaten talent. I simply inform them that if they don't change their position I will change their position on the card.
So which is it Mr. Haller? A handshake and letting bygone be bygones or the bench? Because I'm sure The Clown is itching to get a taste.
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Why you gotta be such a buzzkill, and a hard ass? I'm winning out there. I'm getting the fans PUMPED. I'm making you, and the Devils a ton of money. That's not what you want?
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No let's not switch stances from what you tried to argue before because you didn't want to argue that when you first came in.
I even admitted you pulled one over on me. Not something easy to admit btw but you did. But then instead of just settling the scoreboard at 1 apiece you wanted to act like you didn't violate our terms because of semantics.
What bothered me more is that you didn't even tell myself or coach about it. You made a decision on your own that affects this club and that is my job. And STILL i was willing to let it go so we could continue our success.
I'm not even saying no to future ideas you have but they HAVE to be run by me. Never forget Mr. Haller I am the employer and you the employee. Much like I answer to the owner you answer to me. Is this understood or is there a change that should be made?
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I didn't realize that I was only allowed 1 linear opinion on a subject, rather that being able to look at the situation as a whole. I'll try to remember that for future conversations with you.
I don't think I broke the terms of our agreement, but you do...that's called a difference of opinion. You want to lecture me about semantics, and be a big man throwing your weight around, despite the fact that I'm 3-0 - something NOBODY else on this team can say mind you. Then, you wanna threaten my spot in the lineup? That's your call dude. I won't be the one that looks like the fool, that'll be you. The fans love me. The team loves me. I'm sure with the tickets sold, and the fact that everyone is in their seats WELL before the first match, the owner loves me.
Yeah, I made a decision on my own. One that I didn't plan for weeks in advance. One that I didn't plan days in advance. I saw the rigging in the backstage area, and my brain started whirring, the blood started flowing, and I went with it. And EVERYONE seems to be happy about it but you.
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Hold that thought Mr. Haller ...
Gretchen can you call in Mr. Matthews into the office.
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Mr. Matthews, Mr. Haller here seems to think I'm the only one who had a problem with his stunt last week. Would you mind repeating your opinion on the matter for his ears as well?
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I thought it was the dumbest thing I ever saw.
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Man, of COURSE he's gonna say that in front of you, his scary-ass masked boss. After I got to the back after my match, the only thing he had to say to me was "good win".
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Now whose arguing about linear opinions?
It's funny because when I talked to Mr. Matthews here I shared my frustration with your stunt but in the end I decided because you were winning that you would get a slap on the wrist. All you had to do was call it even. All you had to do was explain yourself like you did when you said it was something in the moment. But in between saying the right things you've said a lot of wrong things.
Arguing semantics? Wrong.
Telling me to stuff it over a few bucks you put in our pockets? Wrong.
Implying you can go OVER my head? Wrong.
If all I cared about was my ego you Mr. Haller would be on the bench for the rest of the season out of an example set for those who don't follow authority. But seeing as I was hired to do what was right for this club I have to put my feelings aside.
So let me lay it out for you in front of the Head Trainer here.
No more stunts without my knowledge on your end. I don't seek legal restitution and look to bench you.
You keep your opening spot on the roster and we move on as a team.
That is if you are as interested in doing what's best for the team as I am.
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Let me lay it to you straight Buzzkill. I want to win the inaugural TCW Championship with my teammates. There is no rush like the rush of winning Championships. So, I'm gonna do my best to color within the lines.....for now.
But, at the end of the season, you and I need to come to a much better understanding of our situation moving forward.
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Glad we were able to both move past this and do what's best for The Devils. We also finally agree on something convincingly we both more than anything want to be the first to win that TCW Championship. I look forward that discussion once we achieve that goal.
Let's take it to Chicago Mr. Haller and Mr. Matthews. We've got a winning streak to keep alive.
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Main Event: FRIGHTMARE
Semi-Main Event: RUSSEL WADE
Tag Team #1: MUHAMMAD AL SHITARI
Tag Team #2: MACE
Opener: MIKE HALLER
Woman: KRYSTAL
Bench: VANCE MENDENHALL
Sparring: THE CLOWN
Lock In
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PRESIDENT VEGA HAPPY TO BE ONLY UNDEFEATED TEAM IN TCW! TOTAL TEAM EFFORT
Yes ladies and gentlemen another week has gone and once again the Devils stand tall over all. Let's be honest. The Shark Tank never had a chance because in a league where team seems to be a fleeting concept here with The Devils it is not. Yes we are all great in an individual way such as Mr. Haller who has YET to STILL lose a match but when the time comes everybody helps carry the load. Just take a look at Vance who hasn't been able to see action but when the time comes for it he is there for the helping hand.
Now Mr. Nichols wants to talk about fairness and being cheated. But it's very simple. In life there are winners and losers. Frightmare did what had to be done to WIN. Perhaps if the Shark Tank had a more team oriented approach someone would have come and helped Mr. Nichols but did anybody? Nope. Maybe they should work on that in Chicago when they come visit us in LA week 7.
Because the Devils know how to take care of one another. Yoga? Don't laugh!! Because the proof is in the pudding. Michael Jordan did ballet to help himself and that's what the greats do. They look for that edge to seperate themselves from their peers. And while you guys are snickering about yoga ... the truth is that is a cover. Because the rest of the league is shitting themselves at the thought that Russel Wade just ... got ... better.
And this brings me to my next point. XJ Hawkins.
Impressive.
Very Impressive.
We here in Los Angeles want you at your VERY best.
Frightmare wants you at your VERY best.
4 more weeks ...
BUT until that time we face The Shoot Club.
It will definitely be good to be back home in our cathedral. We hope the fans have been seeing the product and they pack that building. Don't worry we're not looking past you Houston. See every team gets an attentive eye placed on it. And with my eye I see exactly why your President is just Wrong ... because if he thinks he has a chance against us ... he don't want to be right.
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Mr. Matthews congratulations on being the ONLY undefeated team in the league. Boy those yoga girls really worked out. How is Coach Wainwright looking these days?
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It's the damnedest thing. It's like he's focused now. His eyes are clear, his sentences make sense...I was actually able to get some productivity out of him this week! He's like a new man.
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And to think she did it for free ... but back to the contest. I hope you and the team are as excited as I was about being the only undefeated team in the media. I'm certainly glad that the situation with Mike didn't lead to anything damaging our rep on the scorecard. How's his attitude lately?
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Well, we're not the only undefeated team, so most people think that you look pretty foolish for saying that we are. As for Mike, he kept a low profile this week. Almost looked like he was sulking, but it didn't effect him in the ring.
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Say it often enough and it comes through. Seeing as how Mike did something daring and dumb the last home game. I'm wondering if we can't repair the relationship with something unique but on our terms. I know you were vocal last time and as a former promoter wanted to pick your brain.
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If we could come up with a stunt for him to perform, with our blessing, I think that Mike would jump all over it. The way I see it, the difficulty would be figuring out something dangerous enough to get his blood going, but safe enough that we'll okay it.
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I'll have to put my thinking cap on for this one. Thanks your time Mr. Matthews. If on your way out you let Gretchen know that I want to speak with Russel Wade that would be great.
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Hey, you wanted to see me. CAN you see me through that freaky mask.....?
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Of course I can see you Mr. Wade! I can see you made an improvement and it showed in the ring this week. I'm sure you were out of your comfort zone trying yoga but man it sure paid off. So tell me. How did you like it and what exactly did you guys do?
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I loved it boss. It's hard, damn hard for me, but it sure gives me focus. Mallory and I worked on tandem breathing and basic positions so far. This week we move into the advanced stuff.
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Excellente! Happy you have taken to it so well. Now I have a another question. How do you feel personally about how Frightmare chose to win? I know you already heard me speak on it but I want your honest opinion. Also if you happen to have heard from others on the roster share there thoughts on it.
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I'm conflicted. If it were me, I wouldn't want an assist. But I recognize that I'm a part of a team, and some people will do things differently, know what I mean?
In regards to the locker room....you're gonna need to ask someone else, Mallory kept me pretty busy this last week.
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Thanks for being honest and for keeping in mind that you are part of a team. Gracias Wade
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Gretchen let's see if we can't round up Senor Wainwright. I have to see this for myself. When you find him send him up.
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Senor Vega! Delighted to see you! What can I do for you, my fine fellow?
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Well I'll be ... as I live and breathe! Coach Wainwright what has you looking and sounding so much better these days?
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Love Senor Vega. Love. It has made me light as a feather, and free as a bird!
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Ahh yes indeed. The only force more powerful than this Devils team I must say. I'd ask whose the lucky lady but something tells me I already have the answer to that. But what I don't know are the details. Don't let the mask fool you. I'm a SUCKER for a good love story.
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I have you to thank Senor! Lexi came by my office last week, and told me that you suggested that she see me. We went back to my place, and one thing led to another and....well, a gentleman never tells. We spent the week together, when I wasn't here of course, and it was GLORIOUS!! I'm looking forward to seeing her tonight as a matter of fact.
I've got a question for you. Lexi tells me that she wants 10,000 Roses when I see her again. That seems to be an excessive amount of roses, but I'll do anything for my Lexi-belle. Do you know of anywhere that I can obtain that many on short notice?
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I'd have to assume a flower shop but myself Ive always found that quality and not quantity always delivered a more powerful message. 10000 to me seems extravagant and excessive but loves makes us do stupid things. Even a cold soulless monster like myself once felt a flutter in his chest. Another story for another time though ...
But back to the nature at hand I have a question for you about our upcoming matches. It's a battle of undefeateds next and I was curious as to your opinion of how we stack against them
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I believe we stack up remarkably well against the Shoot Club. They're a struggling team, no doubt, and I'd never overlook a team....but up and down the card I think we have the advantage.
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Thanks for the talk Coach. By the way is Lexi in the building at all? I would like to congratulate her on my own. I hope your quest for the roses is successful though. Go get em slugger.
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I told you you'd ask me back here. I also told you I wouldn't be cheap. You ready to talk real numbers?
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You did. And you have. Well like any good contract negotiation one must start with the job they are being hired for. So let's be straight. What exactly am I negotiating for?
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.....I saw Sam coming out of here....I was under the impression that you were already aware of my....he didn't tell you?
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Well sure he told me his version. But im a SUCKER for a good love story. I want to hear your version of the events.
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Love? Hahaha, you're joking right?
It's like I told you before, mind-body connection. In Sam's case, his mind wasn't right...at all. I mean, the guy was a maniac. So, I went about making his body right....and I'm certain he told you how I did THAT....and his mind followed. If you want me to continue to make his body right, thereby keeping his mind clear, then now is the chance.
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But we both know his mind will regress the minute he finds out the truth. That's what happens when you build a mind body connection on a lie. So what guarantees do I have that this lie won't crumble like a house of cards. After all I am a public company beholden to an owner and commissioner. The media will be up my backside if they catch wind of this. You can't really guarantee those things WON'T happen can you?
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I can guarantee my own discretion. To Sam, and to all interested parties, we will be nothing but a couple who is dating. I make my living by keeping my mouth shut. What Sam, or you, or any of your other teammates say to the world is completely out of my hands, and I can't be held responsible for.
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Fair points you make all around. And I must admit you certainly have skills that are beyond impressive. But I cannot set a precedent of lying to my own employees simply because it benefits me. Especially when that lie would create a paper trail that leads directly to me. Unfortunately at this time I cannot and will not retain your services.
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Your loss.
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Gretchen let's get both Coach Matthews and Mike Haller brought into the office.
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Boys I'm wondering if we can't come to a consensus. Mike the fans love your antics and frankly its good marketing for us. Not to mention it keeps you happy. But we also want to keep you safe. Last thing we want is for you to get injured in the process and then lose you for the season.
So I remember in my days back in lucha libre that they used a hidden compartment in the stage to launch the luchador upwards as his entrance. Now granted that's not as crazy as bungee jumping out of the roof but it's a lot safer and I think it's the best of both worlds. How do you two feel about it? To really make it pop we can even throw some pyro in.
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Works for me.
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Lame as hell....but better than nothing. At least can the pyro be real hot?
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I can do fireworks and pyro ... really get those flames up. This is great that we were able to compromise together. I love it when a plan comes together. Thanks boys for coming in.
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Gretchen I'm sure your always listening to my conversations the entrance I want to do for Mike Haller can't obviously be free. I want to hire the best stunt men and pyro guys in the LA area. Get me a quote so I can file it with the league. Then after that get me on the phone with Coach Wainwright. I need to drop some truth bomb on him.
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For the pyro, it costs $250K for a basic show, $500K for their "premiere" package.
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Senor Vega, it is delightful to speak with you again! To what do I owe this most unexpected honor?
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Gretchen I'll send in enough money for their premier package
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This isn't an easy conversation to have Mr. Wainwright and I take no pleasure in this ... but nobody makes anybody of the Devils look like a fool. I'm afraid Lexi ... well her exact words were ...
"Love? Hahaha, you're joking right?"
" To Sam, and to all interested parties, we will be nothing but a couple who is dating. I make my living by keeping my mouth shut. What Sam, or you, or any of your other teammates say to the world is completely out of my hands, and I can't be held responsible for. "
She tried leveraging her relationship with you into getting onto our payroll. I figured as your employer and someone who admires you I owed you the truth as soon as I learned of it. This is my fault Sam. I introduced you too. It's on me.
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I...I'm not sure I understand? She "keeps her mouth shut"...? About what? She is trying to get on our payroll? As what? A masseuse?
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These are questions best left for her. I can only repeatback what was said to me. I just hope that because i denied her employment that this does not jeapordize your relationship.
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I...I don't....but.....I have to go find her....
SAM SLOWLY WALKS OUT OF YOUR OFFICE, MUMBLING SOFTLY TO HIMSELF
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Gretchen I think it's best we just prepare for the next week.
Main Event: FRIGHTMARE
Semi-Main Event: RUSSEL WADE
Tag Team #1: MUHAMMAD AL SHITARI
Tag Team #2: MACE
Opener: MIKE HALLER
Woman: KRYSTAL
Bench: VANCE MENDENHALL
Sparring: THE CLOWN
Lock In
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PRESIDENT VEGA EATS WORDS. DENIES RUMORS. CLAIMS TEAM STILL TO BEAT AFTER BEING BEATEN!
How we have fallen from the top of TCW, O morning star, son of the dawn! We have been cast down to the earth, we who once laid low the teams of this league effectively sending President Hollands into retirement. Let it be known that above all else I am most affected by our team's loss. It seems we were struck by Murphy's law and everything that could did. How the mighty have fall --- Oh wait. We're merely in the middle of an inaugural season? We still hold a tie for the best winning percentage as a team and by merely a tie do we not have the best record in individual competition? Why the way some people would hear it sounds like the Devils are about to crumble and crumble to ground like so many other teams have this season.
A tip of the cap to the Shoot Club. Every dog has his day. They earned theirs today. What can I say even I love an underdog. But a wag of the finger to those in the league that think they are sharks and there is blood in the water. The Devils may have been cut and wounded by this loss; but woe to those who think that makes us vulnerable and not more dangerous. Much like our Champion Frightmare a loss didn't bring him down. It lit a fire within him burning so deep he is burning all competitors who step in the ring with him.
I expect the team to respond in similar fashion. Getting knocked down isn't an issue. Never getting back up is. And in doing so we meet a familiar foe in The Rebellion. In Week 3 we ran them over winning 4 to 1. But we seem to be facing a revamped Rebellion. We never did get to see Rafa in action and he seems rejuvinated. But we did see 4 of their competitors fall including Big Nate. I do hope if he does shuffle his lineup that Russel Wade get's a chance at redemption against Jacob Stance so we can really show how we bounced back. As for President Ace and his methods. Well I can't say that he and I see eye to eye. It seems a lifetime ago that he and I crossed paths but we did. A win against him would be quite satisfying indeed.
But now we come to the part that you in the media have been waiting for. This 'prositution scandal' as it were. I don't comment on someone for what they may have been in the past. I can only comment on knowledge that I have. Miss Lexi was never paid by this organization. Miss Lexi was never ordered to do something by this organization. What Miss Lexi does in her own personal time is an issue for herself and for our assistant Mr. Wainwright and it is not club business. What IS club business is extending the issue to our HIRED instructor. This is purely wild gossip and I am here to put an end to it. Ms. Malone is well known by many people in her field and very well respected.
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Mr. Matthews when the shit hits the fans it just lands everywhere doesn't it?
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It's all over the fucking place, pardon my language.
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Itemize it for me Mr. Matthews. I want to tackle the biggest pieces of mierda first.
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This hooker stuff is the biggest pile. Wainwright is back to his old self, except for the fact that he openly weeps at seemingly random times. The media is up our ass trying to connect Mallory to Lexi and her shenanigans. As a result, Mallory's work with Russell has suffered. The whole thing is a huge distraction.
Also, Haller sprained his ankle early in his match, which left him vulnerable to Dallas' attack.
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Let me guess ... Mike sprained his ankle with my entrance idea? Stay right here Mr. Matthews we need to plan this out. Gretchen go ahead and come into the office. I'm thinking we need a legal team to front this for us and a pr team in order to get ahead of this problem. I need you Gretchen to tell me what we have available in the war chest.
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As amusing as that'd be, Haller's entrance was fine. He came up lame while running the ropes.
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According to my records we have $4.75MM remaining in the PR Budget, and $1.65MM remaining in our Incentives Budget.
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We need the best slander/libel legal team in the business. Gretchen we've got 3 million to work with so there's your price range. I want to get out in front of this thing and control it in the media. Coach Matthews I think for the sake of the boys and for this club we cannot abandon Sam. He needs our help now more than anything but we also need to control what he says and to whom. Before his transformation did Sam enjoy anything else? We need to nip this scandal in the bud.