Post by gvb on May 9, 2023 16:00:00 GMT -6
3x23 LET IT BE
The Courtyard
May 5th, 2023
3:25 PM
Alice Wagner is outside in the courtyard of the Academy. She’s down on a blanket on the grass, AirPods in her ears and a notebook in her head as she jots something down on it. A few moments pass before there’s someone standing in front of her. As Alice looks up, she sees Sammy Grimes, wearing shorts, a tank top and a backwards cap. He smiles widely as he waves at her.
Sammy Grimes:
Sup? Whatcha listening to?
The now-redhead smiles at him, removing the earbuds and closing her notebook.
Alice Wagner:
Nothing, really. Just some music my band mates sent me, I was writing down some lyrics… What’s up with you, Sammy?
Sammy Grimes:
Not much, just getting ready for later. You, Brighton and me, huh? It’s definitely going to be interesting out there. I’m definitely not going to look past Brighton out there but I’m looking forward to testing myself against you again.
Sammy laughed lightly and shook his head.
Sammy Grimes:
Not gonna lie, you came in here and stole a lot of people’s thunder. Even mine. That’s why I’m looking forward to this. It’s time to see how I hold up against some of the best at the end of the year.
Alice Wagner:
Brighton is definitely a force to be reckoned with.
Wagner said with a nod.
Alice Wagner:
And so are you. The fact that you’re once again competing for something big is cool and all, but it makes one think what would have happened if this whole thing between Ava and Reign didn’t blow out of proportions. It’s undeniable that it took a toll on you, more than anyone else.
Seeing his expression changing, she quickly added.
Alice Wagner:
Don’t take this the wrong way.. I just meant to say that the reason why I “stole your thunder”, as you said, is because I was able to only focus on wrestling. You didn’t have that luxury, and yet here you are, punching your ticket to the Battle For The Briefcase tournament. That says a lot about how good you are, and how you are able to make the best even out of the worst situations.
Sammy nodded along.
Sammy Grimes:
Thanks Alice, I appreciate that. But I can’t blame anyone but myself for losing my focus. I have to be better. And I did other things that I feel like were out of character of me. Like during the press conference and what I said to you…
Sammy paused and slightly sighed.
Sammy Grimes:
That’s why I’m here. You’re a great person, Alice, and an even better wrestler. You do things the right way and I respect that. It reminds me of Gavin when he first started out in the business his first couple of years, you know? But that’s besides the point. Mainly, what I want to say is…
Sammy held out his hand for Alice to grab.
Sammy Grimes:
I’m sorry.
Alice didn’t hesitate, extending her hand toward Sammy and accepting his apology with a smile.
Alice Wagner:
It’s all water under the bridge, we’re cool. Things got a bit out of hand back then, and I guess I did learn something that day too. People will come for me and use my past, my family against me. And yeah, it hurts especially when it comes from someone I consider a friend, but I need to be prepared for it and not react the way I did with you. Punching you was wrong, and for that I apologize.
Sammy rubs his cheek with a grin.
Sammy Grimes:
Good, you should be sorry! I still feel that punch!
He said playfully.
Sammy Grimes:
Seriously though, I didn’t mind. I honestly think it was a good thing that people saw that you had that fire in you too, even though it came at my expense!
Sammy nodded.
Sammy Grimes:
Anyway, I should let you get back to it. Good luck later, yeah? Maybe the best person win! I guess that includes that tough as nails Brighton too.
Sammy laughed as he patted Alice on the shoulder.
Alice Wagner:
If you’re still feeling my punch, then you would definitely want to stay away from hers.
She said with a chuckle, sitting back on her blanket and once again grabbing her notebook.
Alice Wagner:
See you later, Sammy.
The Gym
May 5th, 2023
7:00 PM
Here we are, the final show of this third year of the Academy is about to start. Next Friday, right before the students will leave for Germany where MWE's PPV will be airing from, there will be the graduation ceremony with the proclamation of this year's Valedictorian to close anothe successful season, but before we get to that, there was a tournament to finish. Management has been very quiet about the prize for the winner of tonight's main event, but hopefully all doubts will be cleared by Gian tonight.
Gianluigi Vaccaro:
Good evening students.
Dressed in one of his elegant three-pieces suits, the Italian addressed the young men and women gathered around the ring before looking into the hard camera placed in front of him.
Gianluigi Vaccaro:
And fans watching at home. Another year has passed, some of you have been here since day one, others joined us along the way but I'm sure I'm speaking for every memeber of the Academy staff when I say that it's been a pleasure and a honor to accompany you in the first part of what we hope will be a long and successful career.
His eyes quickly scanned through the crowd of students.
Gianluigi Vaccaro:
I can't deny there have been times were our patience was tested and we were this close to make drastic decisions but this is not the time or place to take stock of the year we passed together. We have one final show to go through, one last chance to stand out and show everyone that the future of MWE and professional wrestling is bright, and most importantly, it's already here.
Pause.
Gianluigi Vaccaro:
Alice, Brighton, Sammy... I'm sure you're eager to find out what prize you're competing for, even though if you watched Millennium this past Wednesday, you probably have already guessed it. As announced by Elsa, three Academy students will be entering the prestigious Battle For The Briefcase tournament starting at Zeitgeist and the matches you won last week were the qualifying rounds. So... Congratulations, you made it. You will be carrying the flag of the Academy at the Pay-per-View and compete against seasoned veterans. But I have no doubts you three will make us proud.
You could see the expression of joy and surprise on the three students' faces.
Gianluigi Vaccaro:
So why having a final to determine a winner, if you all have already won?
He flashed a rare smile to the camera.
Gianluigi Vaccaro:
I have one more surprise in store for whoever wins tonight's match, and I'm sure you will appreciate it. I was able to convince miss Elsa to reserve a particular spot to the winner of the tournament, against someone who has repeatedly belittled the Academy and the work each and everyone of you has put in this year. Whoever wins tonight will be facing Karen Eldon in the first round of the Battle For The Briefcase.
He had to stop to let the buzzing and chatting die down a bit. Clearly every Academy student has dreamt to smack the taste out of Karen's mouth and while the option will be on the table for every one of them once they are officially signed to the main roster, the honor to do it before anyone else will be reserved to either Sammy, Brighton or Alice.
Gianluigi Vaccaro:
May the best win, and may they show Karen how wrong she is.
A round of applause followed his words and accompanied him as he exited the ring. The final show of the year was about to start.
Team Strike Tag Team Match
Scott Martell & CJ Night VS Marina Marston & Dakota
WINNER: Marina Marston & Dakota BY: Pinfall (Diving Meteora), 12:01 |
Triple Threat Match
Sammy Grimes VS Brighton Lancaster VS Alice Wagner
WINNER: Alice Wagner BY: Submission (Severed Wings), 18:30 |