Post by gvb on Dec 4, 2021 19:17:42 GMT -6
2x08 THE STRANGER
The Gym
December 2, 2021
5:49 PM
The students were leaving the gym after attending the seminar held with the controversial MWE Junior Heavyweight champion Echo. One by one they go their way, except Evelyn who stopped on the threshold, turning back as if she was waiting for someone. The only student left inside, though technically he’s not a student, was JJ Night, spotted by the camera talking with the principal Gianluigi Vaccaro and one of the trainers, Taylor Wheeler.
Addison McKinley:
Vi, are you coming?
Came the voice of Evelyn’s best friend and tag partner in Friday’s main event.
Evelyn Carter:
Go ahead, Addi. I’m waiting for JJ.
McKinley shrugged her shoulders and walked away. Carter turned once again toward JJ who was still chatting with Gian and Taylor.
Evelyn Carter:
What the…
The final word was covered by a thud as Vi fell on the floor after being pushed from behind by Echo. The cocky Australian clearly did it on purpose, perhaps as an act of defiance toward Moretti’s decision to punish her with this mandatory lesson. She looked down at Evelyn with a sneering grin and walked toward the exit, leaving The Academy. JJ noticed this and he sprinted toward Echo but he soon stopped himself in his tracks, letting her go so that he could check on Evelyn. JJ leaned down and placed a hand on her arm to help her up.
JJ Night:
Hey… Are you okay?
It was visibly clear that JJ was angry but he was doing his best to keep his cool for Evelyn.
Evelyn Carter:
Yeah, I’m fine, don't worry… I just bumped into a BITCH!
She screamed that last word, but Echo was too far away to hear her.
Evelyn Carter:
Or I should say she bumped into me.
Accepting his help, she grabbed his hand and pulled herself up.
Evelyn Carter:
Sorry JJ, I didn’t mean to interrupt you and Gian.. All good now tho, you can go back talking with him now, it seemed important..
JJ Night:
No…
JJ shook his head.
JJ Night:
This isn’t something you need to apologize for.
Night grabbed onto Evelyn’s hand and nodded, as he tried to calm her down.
JJ Night:
I understand why you’re angry. To be honest, I’m tired of Echo’s bullshit as well. She hurt my friends that I came up, you know? Tiana and Trinity worked so hard to get where they are and Echo ruined that. Me? My setback was my own fault but those two? They deserve better and so do you. You’re here, just trying to learn. You keep your nose clean and you do whatever you can to help people.
He squeezed her hand.
JJ Night:
Don’t ever let someone like Echo ruin that for you, okay? Because there are hundreds of people like her in this business that are going to try to change you for the worse. As for Echo though?
JJ glanced over to the area where she had exited a few moments ago and glared.
JJ Night:
Once I’m done here, and trust me, I’m very, very close… I’ll be the one who deals with her and teaches her that she can’t mess with any more of my friends.
Evelyn’s face went through the complete spectrum of expressions. From the initial surprise when he said she shouldn’t apologize to a soft smile when he grabbed her hand. That quickly faded as his words seemed to inspire the young girl to be more determined and stand up for herself. At the end though, it was a look of pure shock and concern painted on her face.
Evelyn Carter:
No…
She shook her head, squeezing the hand she was still holding on to.
Evelyn Carter:
She’s dangerous, you said it yourself! Heck, you saw how she broke her own mentor’s leg at the PPV! In front of the kids too! She’s ruthless and dangerous and she could hurt you again…
JJ simply smiled due to her concern, which he appreciated, but he soon nodded his head in agreement with her.
JJ Night:
You’re right, she could hurt me. But a Night doesn’t run away from a fight. Listen, my older cousin, Chris? He watched his best friend and his sister get demolished by this man named Skylar Riggs back in 2013. It was honestly one of the scariest and sickest things I had ever seen. Robb and Jade could’ve been helped but Chris was scared of Skylar and the worst of the worst happened. Eventually, Chris got hurt too but he came back and he beat Skylar and sent him backing. But me?
JJ pointed at his chest.
JJ Night:
I won’t hesitate. My cousin is great but the mistakes he made over the years? I won’t make the same ones. I won’t let anyone I care about get hurt, and that includes you. I’d rather put myself in harm's way.
He leaned closer to Evelyn at the point, his eyes peering into hers.
JJ Night:
So, I can’t promise I won’t get hurt. That’s something nobody can really do, especially in this sport. But what I can promise is that I will never give up and I will keep on coming back for more until I do what needs to be done.
She stared back in his eyes for a few seconds, without saying a word. Then she looped her arms around him, pulling him in a tight embrace as she let out a sigh.
Evelyn Carter:
I guess you made your decision already and I can’t change it… Just… Be careful, okay?
She spoke those words in a soft tone, her voice coming out muffled against his shoulder. Her concern was real, clearly audible in her trembling voice.He in turn wrapped his arms around her as well before squeezing her tight.
JJ Night:
I will.
He leaned back slightly and shared that infectious smile of his.
JJ Night:
I guess I’ll have to be extra careful not to get hurt. I don’t want to see any frowns coming from you. Especially since you have a pretty awesome smile.
Evelyn Carter:
Hey, if that’s what it takes to keep you from acting recklessly…
That smile he just mentioned appeared on Vi’s lips, followed by a light giggle.
Evelyn Carter:
I mean, challenging Echo is kinda reckless too, but I get why you’re doing it. It says a lot about you, about the person you become. I didn’t like The Kid, not one bit. But this JJ… This isn’t half bad.
Pulling back from the hug, she cheekily stuck out her tongue. JJ can’t help but laugh.
JJ Night:
Hey now!
He let out another light laugh.
JJ Night:
Nah, you’re definitely onto something there. I was trying to be something I’m not when I went by The Kid. But this? JJ? This is me. So, I’m glad that’s the version of me you think isn’t half bad.
Night then holds his arm out for her to wrap hers around his.
JJ Night:
Now then, would you like to join me in the cafeteria for a cup of jello?
Evelyn winced as he mentioned the cafeteria. She quickly regained her composure and nodded her head.
Evelyn Carter:
Of course! I think Addi is there too.. Unless she got tired of waiting…
Grabbing his arm, she started walking toward the cafeteria.
Evelyn Carter:
Come on JJ!
The scene faded as they started walking down the hallway.
Singles Match
Emma Wakefield VS Shaina Sheridan
WINNER: Shaina Sheridan BY: Roll-Up, 13:52 |
Team Title Match
Special Referee Bey Addams
Special Referee Bey Addams
Team Strike © (Addison McKinley & Evelyn Carter) VS Team Noir (Jasper King & Walker)
WINNER: Team Noir (NEW TEAM CHAMPIONS) BY: Pinfall (Running Single Leg Dropkick), 17:18 |