Post by Kai Morgan on Sept 9, 2023 1:23:16 GMT
After the first chorus of “Unbreakable” by Of Mice & Men finishes, we cut to the inside of the new Rogers Place, where streaks of blue and white pyro goes off over a stage lined with fire! The pyro settles, with the lights coming up to reveal a sold out crowd!
Amber Westgate: We’re here, kicking off our tour of the Great White North, and we’re starting things off in a big way! Welcome to Friday Night Fusion! I’m Amber Westgate, joined as always by Adam LaRue!
Adam LaRue: It’s been two long years since we’ve last ventured to Canada, and you can tell by the reception here in Edmonton that we have been sorely missed! We’re on the fasttrack to Invasion: Toronto, so let’s get things started!
Out back of the arena several large black SUVs pulled up in quick succession in the talent’s reserved parking lot. It was only the second one who’s doors opened and anyone would emerge. The first figure to step out was a muscular, but lanky fellow named Cosmo Cooper who while not employed by Zion Wrestling had been hired by one of its workers as her private security. He was in no way dressed in a fashion that would imply any sort of professional protection though, wearing a white bucket hat with a pair of orange floral print board shorts, and black slides on his feet. There was no shirt in sight.
With him having assessed that the situation was safe, he nodded so that his employer could come out. Shazzah Nasty slid out long muscular leg by long muscular leg, each dipped at the end in designer heels because fuck being practical when you could be spectacular. She, opposite her security, was overdressed for their arrival by a mile, wearing a silver fringe-lined cocktail dress and large sunglasses.
From seemingly nowhere the two were swarmed on each side by half a dozen paparazzi type reporters who also had been seen at Zion until now. One might almost suspect that like Cosmo, they were paid to be here. They pressed in on both sides of the individuals, jousting microphones at them while others took pictures.
Paparazzi #1: Shazz! Shazz! What do you have to say about these unprovoked attacks?
Paparazzi #2: Miss Nasty! Are you afraid Erika is going to seek retribution tonight for last week’s misunderstanding?
Shazzah stopped in her steps to address the lot once, and once only. She removed her shades with one hand and put the other on Cosmo’s sternum.
Shazz Nasty: What happened between Erika and I has been blown out of proportion, entirely by her I might add! Yes, we had a small run in last week where I accidentally collided with the woman but I have TRIED to make amends. The woman simply won’t take an apology! She is desperate for my blood, and while I am perfectly happy to let her try and get a taste it won’t be for free. That’s why I’ve brought my personal security guard here to watch my back.
Paparazzi #3: What about the attack on Serena?
The starlet scoffed.
Shazz Nasty: Attack? I was a paying student engaging in a class I’ll have you know! It’s not my fault Serena wasn’t ready to take on the challenge she was so desperate for. Serena has been quite vocal about looking for someone to give her a good whipping since she came back from an all too early retirement and I personally know no one Nastier than myself to deliver it.
So here I foolishly tried to do a good deed and look how it backfired! From now on just like in the bedroom, Miss Nasty is doing herself first and foremost. And that’s exactly what Kaitlin and Sativa get to see first hand tonight. By hook, crook, steal, or dirty deed I am getting off with that National Championship. It’s more than what I deserve because whether you like it or not the reality is come Friday Night everyone is staying home to tune into Fusion for their date with Miss Nasty. Now move! I have THEE MOST important match of the night and I have to get ready!
Taking her hand from Cosmo’s chest he stepped forward to part the eager microphone wielding goons. Shazz followed, placing her sunglasses back on as she strolled along and into the building.
OPENING CONTEST: JESSI OZBORNE VS LEGION
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP #1 CONTENDER LADDER MATCH
Darrion Hughes: The following contest…is a #1 Contender’s Contract Ladder Match!
Introducing first…representing The Queens of Chaos…from Montreal, Quebec, Canada…weighing in at 121 lbs…Jessi! Ozborne!
And her opponent…representing The Hive…from Aokigahara, Japan…weighing in at 165 lbs…Legion!
Amber Westgate: Legion coming out on the winning side of a war with VixSin last week looks to recapture glory by once again becoming World Champion!
Adam LaRue: Yeah, but Jessi Ozborne has proven time and again that she ain’t the lady to mess with, especially in her match with Daria Dorsey last week! One thing that can be agreed upon, though, is that in an environment like this, we should expect all out carnage!
Amber Westgate: Look who’s joining us at ringside, Adam! It’s the World Champion herself Jordan Majors!
Adam LaRue: She seems too focused to chat, Amber! Probably wanting to get an up close look at who she’ll be facing in Toronto!
Jessi and Legion both stare at the contract hanging above the Ring. The audience of Canada is behind the native, Jessi Ozborne, but Legion stays in her corner, staring directly at her opponent. Jessi crosses the Ring and launches at Legion, who braces from the array of strikes. The referee has no right to separate the two as there are no rules in this match type. Instead, Legion shoves her backward, but Jesse runs into her again, berating her with strikes until Legion has enough to lift her off the mat and drive her down into the center of the Ring with a standard tackle! She gets right on top of Jessi and unloads with mounted punches until she gets off to the audience's disapproval.
Legion shows no emotion to receiving the disrespect until looking over her shoulder at Jessi standing up. She turns around to face Ozborne, then charges into her before Jessi leaps off the mat, landing a Dropkick that floors Legion down again. The audience goes crazy as Legion rolls under the bottom rope and then uses the top rope to pull herself back up until her opponent watches Jessi skip across her feet to land a Superkick that knocks her off the apron. With Canada embracing their native, she runs to the ropes behind her and rebounds to land a Suicide Dive, collapsing her entire weight into Legion against the barricade!
Jessi grabs Legion by the back of her head and rolls her under the bottom rope, exposing her head over the apron edge. She takes a few steps back before running to land a vicious Running Knee Strike into the temple of her opponent. Legion rolls away from the blow, and the fans at ringside are begging for a ladder, so Jessi obliges them and reaches under the ring to pull a tall steel ladder out. She places it in front of her on the apron long enough for Legion to charge forward and land a Basement Dropkick to the ladder, blasting Jessi in the face with it!
Jessi falls onto the ringside mat, and Legion drags the ladder into the center of the ring before standing it upright to position it directly underneath the hanging contendership contract. She begins to climb the ladder, but Jessi quickly rolls into the ring and gets back on her feet. A couple of blows to the back of Legion cause Jessi to pull her down onto the canvas, but her opponent lands on her feet and then spins around to land a Rolling Elbow that causes Jessi to turn around only to get picked up off the mat for a German Suplex!
Legion watches Jessi lay down on her stomach, and instead of climbing, she looks down to the ringside and leaves the ring to attend to another ladder. Legion pushes the ladder into the ring and then sets it up by resting it against the turnbuckles in a corner. She walks to Jessi and violently grabs her by the hair until she attempts to launch herself against the ladder, but Jessi stops right before the steel structure. Legion charges behind her, but Jessi lands a Spinning Back Kick that hunches her opponent forward before uprooting a Soccer Kick into her shoulder that stands her up. She quickly ducks under a thrown right arm and holds her in place for the Exploder Suplex, slamming Legion on top of the ladder!
Legion screams out in pure agony, and Jessi looks to the ladder under the contract. She starts climbing the ladder, almost to the top, until she feels her ankle grabbed from below. Legion has risen from the dead, but Jessi kicks her off, causing her to fall on the ladder again. Legion screams out again, and Jessi turns her body to face her before looking around the interior of the Rogers Place Arena! With one great leap, she throws herself off the ladder to land the signature "Human Hand Grand" Reverse Cannonball Senton,, plowing herself and Legion through the ladder, and breaking it in half!
Crowd: HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT!
Both competitors are down on the canvas, and the referee checks their condition. Jessi drags her body over to the ladder and uses her strength to pull herself onto her knees before climbing the ladder slowly, given the fatigue she's suffering. The audience of Canada is pounding their feet on the floor and yelling at the top of their voice in support of the Queen of Chaos. Ozborne is right at the top of the ladder and reaches up for the contract until she nearly falls forward from the ladder shaking; Down below is Legion tipping the ladder over to the point Jessi falls off and collapses into the ropes!
Crowd: BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
When Jessi falls down onto her hands and knees, she does her best to stand up until eating the signature Starlight Booster where the Stiff Savate Kick knocks her down onto the canvas completely. The ladder tipped over gets positioned again right under the contract and Legion starts climbing it all the way to the top. She looks down at Jessi then back to the contract and goes to unhook it until she looks down on the canvas to see Samuel Lopez laid down on the mat giving her the creepiest stare into her eyes. Legion shakes her head and Samuel, being under the ladder, pushes the bottom wrongs to tip the ladder over causing her to fall down to the canvas!
Samuel crawls on his hands dragging his weight over to Legion who barely sits up from the landing. He quickly latches his arm around her neck and pulls her in the Arm Triangle without any emotion on his face as Legion tries to fight against the pain. On the other hand, Jessi has woken up and managed to use the last of her strength to put the ladder back in the place. As she's slowly climbing the ladder, Legion begins to fade into unconsciousness and Samuels starts stroking her hair; Jessi reaches the top of the ladder, unhooks the contract and holds it up for the official to signal for the bell!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…Jessi! Ozborne!
Amber Westgate: It was a hellacious match, and I doubt it ended the way she would’ve wanted, but regardless, Jessi Ozborne has done it! She now advances to Invasion: Toronto to challenge for the World Championship!
Adam LaRue: You take a look to the side of you, Winter? Jordan Majors doesn’t look very pleased!
Amber Westgate: Perhaps rightfully so! Her and Jessi Ozborne are best friends! I imagine it’d be hard to stomach having to look at her as a challenger!
Ozborne sits atop the ladder, holding the contract over her head in celebration! The look on her face eventually shifts as she turns to see Majors at ringside however, turning from one of joy to pure concern. She comes down from the ladder as Majors joins her in the ring, the two seemingly exchanging some words that can’t be heard over the massive crowd.
Eventually, Majors raises Ozborne’s arm in victory, a fleeting smile crossing her face! Ozborne begins to smile again as well, as if the exchange she and her best friend had just had had given her permission to! Majors leaves the ring to let Ozborne have her moment, her smile slipping into a light grimace as she does!
Introducing first…representing The Queens of Chaos…from Montreal, Quebec, Canada…weighing in at 121 lbs…Jessi! Ozborne!
And her opponent…representing The Hive…from Aokigahara, Japan…weighing in at 165 lbs…Legion!
Amber Westgate: Legion coming out on the winning side of a war with VixSin last week looks to recapture glory by once again becoming World Champion!
Adam LaRue: Yeah, but Jessi Ozborne has proven time and again that she ain’t the lady to mess with, especially in her match with Daria Dorsey last week! One thing that can be agreed upon, though, is that in an environment like this, we should expect all out carnage!
Amber Westgate: Look who’s joining us at ringside, Adam! It’s the World Champion herself Jordan Majors!
Adam LaRue: She seems too focused to chat, Amber! Probably wanting to get an up close look at who she’ll be facing in Toronto!
Jessi and Legion both stare at the contract hanging above the Ring. The audience of Canada is behind the native, Jessi Ozborne, but Legion stays in her corner, staring directly at her opponent. Jessi crosses the Ring and launches at Legion, who braces from the array of strikes. The referee has no right to separate the two as there are no rules in this match type. Instead, Legion shoves her backward, but Jesse runs into her again, berating her with strikes until Legion has enough to lift her off the mat and drive her down into the center of the Ring with a standard tackle! She gets right on top of Jessi and unloads with mounted punches until she gets off to the audience's disapproval.
Legion shows no emotion to receiving the disrespect until looking over her shoulder at Jessi standing up. She turns around to face Ozborne, then charges into her before Jessi leaps off the mat, landing a Dropkick that floors Legion down again. The audience goes crazy as Legion rolls under the bottom rope and then uses the top rope to pull herself back up until her opponent watches Jessi skip across her feet to land a Superkick that knocks her off the apron. With Canada embracing their native, she runs to the ropes behind her and rebounds to land a Suicide Dive, collapsing her entire weight into Legion against the barricade!
Jessi grabs Legion by the back of her head and rolls her under the bottom rope, exposing her head over the apron edge. She takes a few steps back before running to land a vicious Running Knee Strike into the temple of her opponent. Legion rolls away from the blow, and the fans at ringside are begging for a ladder, so Jessi obliges them and reaches under the ring to pull a tall steel ladder out. She places it in front of her on the apron long enough for Legion to charge forward and land a Basement Dropkick to the ladder, blasting Jessi in the face with it!
Jessi falls onto the ringside mat, and Legion drags the ladder into the center of the ring before standing it upright to position it directly underneath the hanging contendership contract. She begins to climb the ladder, but Jessi quickly rolls into the ring and gets back on her feet. A couple of blows to the back of Legion cause Jessi to pull her down onto the canvas, but her opponent lands on her feet and then spins around to land a Rolling Elbow that causes Jessi to turn around only to get picked up off the mat for a German Suplex!
Legion watches Jessi lay down on her stomach, and instead of climbing, she looks down to the ringside and leaves the ring to attend to another ladder. Legion pushes the ladder into the ring and then sets it up by resting it against the turnbuckles in a corner. She walks to Jessi and violently grabs her by the hair until she attempts to launch herself against the ladder, but Jessi stops right before the steel structure. Legion charges behind her, but Jessi lands a Spinning Back Kick that hunches her opponent forward before uprooting a Soccer Kick into her shoulder that stands her up. She quickly ducks under a thrown right arm and holds her in place for the Exploder Suplex, slamming Legion on top of the ladder!
Legion screams out in pure agony, and Jessi looks to the ladder under the contract. She starts climbing the ladder, almost to the top, until she feels her ankle grabbed from below. Legion has risen from the dead, but Jessi kicks her off, causing her to fall on the ladder again. Legion screams out again, and Jessi turns her body to face her before looking around the interior of the Rogers Place Arena! With one great leap, she throws herself off the ladder to land the signature "Human Hand Grand" Reverse Cannonball Senton,, plowing herself and Legion through the ladder, and breaking it in half!
Crowd: HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT!
Both competitors are down on the canvas, and the referee checks their condition. Jessi drags her body over to the ladder and uses her strength to pull herself onto her knees before climbing the ladder slowly, given the fatigue she's suffering. The audience of Canada is pounding their feet on the floor and yelling at the top of their voice in support of the Queen of Chaos. Ozborne is right at the top of the ladder and reaches up for the contract until she nearly falls forward from the ladder shaking; Down below is Legion tipping the ladder over to the point Jessi falls off and collapses into the ropes!
Crowd: BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
When Jessi falls down onto her hands and knees, she does her best to stand up until eating the signature Starlight Booster where the Stiff Savate Kick knocks her down onto the canvas completely. The ladder tipped over gets positioned again right under the contract and Legion starts climbing it all the way to the top. She looks down at Jessi then back to the contract and goes to unhook it until she looks down on the canvas to see Samuel Lopez laid down on the mat giving her the creepiest stare into her eyes. Legion shakes her head and Samuel, being under the ladder, pushes the bottom wrongs to tip the ladder over causing her to fall down to the canvas!
Samuel crawls on his hands dragging his weight over to Legion who barely sits up from the landing. He quickly latches his arm around her neck and pulls her in the Arm Triangle without any emotion on his face as Legion tries to fight against the pain. On the other hand, Jessi has woken up and managed to use the last of her strength to put the ladder back in the place. As she's slowly climbing the ladder, Legion begins to fade into unconsciousness and Samuels starts stroking her hair; Jessi reaches the top of the ladder, unhooks the contract and holds it up for the official to signal for the bell!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…Jessi! Ozborne!
Amber Westgate: It was a hellacious match, and I doubt it ended the way she would’ve wanted, but regardless, Jessi Ozborne has done it! She now advances to Invasion: Toronto to challenge for the World Championship!
Adam LaRue: You take a look to the side of you, Winter? Jordan Majors doesn’t look very pleased!
Amber Westgate: Perhaps rightfully so! Her and Jessi Ozborne are best friends! I imagine it’d be hard to stomach having to look at her as a challenger!
Ozborne sits atop the ladder, holding the contract over her head in celebration! The look on her face eventually shifts as she turns to see Majors at ringside however, turning from one of joy to pure concern. She comes down from the ladder as Majors joins her in the ring, the two seemingly exchanging some words that can’t be heard over the massive crowd.
Eventually, Majors raises Ozborne’s arm in victory, a fleeting smile crossing her face! Ozborne begins to smile again as well, as if the exchange she and her best friend had just had had given her permission to! Majors leaves the ring to let Ozborne have her moment, her smile slipping into a light grimace as she does!
RESULT: LADDER MATCH
Devyn Mitchell stands backstage with Nadia Allen, who's glaring at the camera while stretching in her ring gear. She goes from rolling her neck to cracking her knuckles.
Devyn: Nadia...we keep meeting like this. How are ya. Ms. Grap Turismo winner?
Nadia turns her head, nodding.
Nadia: You keep bringing the mic in my face. Least I can do is give you what you want.
An almost smile forms on her face. Devyn chuckles.
Devyn: You have jokes tonight. I like it.
Nadia shrugs, snickering a bit.
Nadia: For now.
Devyn: Makes sense. You're a few minutes away from getting your hands on Maki Megumi. First round of the Queen of Strong Style tournament. We all know for a while you've had it with Maki, Eden Sterling and their ringleader ISIS.
A scowl grows on Nadia's face.
Devyn: You can't ask for anything better.
Reaching up to clear her nose, Nadia's nostrils flare.
Nadia: That Queen of Strong Style belt is something I want. Violent fighting. You want me to kneel to you, Maki? Make me.
Nadia then turns her head towards Devyn.
Nadia: I just went through a one night tournament last week where in the finals, I was bleeding from my head down to my face. Body bruised all over from being slammed on the ladder. And I won. Like I knew I would. I am not your bitch. You are mine.
She then storms off.
Maki Megumi sit on her locker room and tried to relaxed before her match against Nadia Allen tonight as she sit in the locker room with ISIS, Maki Megumi stared at both of titles of ISIS in front of her as her hands started to rubbed against it before she cracked smiled before Maki will break the silence…
Maki Megumi: I'm so excited the tournament started tonight… I want to win this tournament. I want to beat Nadia Allen… because I know really well I can beat anyone on this roster but the problem is next round if I end up fighting against Hana Kaneko… but it will be easy for me if Ayu advances tonight too… but first thing I want to do is not allow Nadia Allen advance to the next round in this tournament I will crush her dream and as I said I will make her kneel for me…
ISIS: Nadia would love nothing more than to get one over on us. Don’t let her.
Maki looked over her God as she give her an adorable smile towards her again as Maki nodded her head as she understand what ISIS says to her.
Maki Megumi: Nadia will have nothing after tonight match against me but her lose and her broken dream I would love to see her face when her failure and I love to beat the shit out of her tonight… I will teach her a lesson and she will learn it in a hardway.
ISIS: “That’s what I am counting on my Archangel.”
ISIS smiles.
ISIS: “And don’t worry about facing Hana in the next round. Fate will decide which one of you brings the Queen of Strong Style Championship to the Genesis of Destruction.”
Maki nodded her head again.
Maki Megumi: But the fact is… the Queen of Strong Style Champion belongs to me… this place does not see my worth! They never treat me as the top star here and the other fact is if another block Nami reaches the final… I fear Hana will hand this title to her… wife... and that is why I want to do it by myself…
ISIS: I respect your passion. Very admirable, Maki. However this tournament plays out, I trust everything will work out as it should. Now go out there and play your part. I’ll be watching.
Maki Megumi smirked and nodded her head as she was full of confidence for the match tonight.
Maki Megumi: This month is wild for me… complete in this tournament… have a match against Serena Riot… I will not let your support down my God, everyone who is on the opposite side of me will die this year is the year of us and I won't let anyone ruin it.
Maki said before she walked out from the locker room as the camera focused on ISIS who smiled behind her before the camera faded away.
MATCH #2: NADIA ALLEN VS MAKI MEGUMI
QoSS TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND MATCH
The referee ring the bell as Megumi and Allen stared at each other face before Allen rushes into Megumi but Megumi quickly escape from the ring as she roll herself out from the ring as the crowd boos her but Megumi’s shrugs her shoulder and smirked at the crowd boos her as Allen starting to runs towards the rope and hits the rope back as Megumi turns over to Allen as Allen drive out through the middle rope and lands onto Megumi with a Suicide Dive! Sending Megumi down to the floor as the crowd cheers for her as Allen leans down and grabs Megumi’s hair and whips Megumi back into the ring and Allen following her back into the ring as she approaches Megumi as Megumi holds her hand up tried to make Allen stops as she tried to escape from Allen until Megumi goes into the corner and nowhere to go now as Allen stomps onto Megumi before grabs Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets and Allen whips Megumi into the opposite corner and Megumi’s back hits the turnbuckle hard and make Megumi staggering away from the corner and Allen rushes in her and connects with a Discus Elbow Smash! Smash right to Megumi’s face and knock her down to the mat! Allen, not going to pin right now, Allen leans down and grabs Megumi’s hair again and pulls Megumi back to her feets and whips Megumi back into the corner and Allen charges into the corner and connects with a Clotheslines! But Megumi ducks under it making Allen bumps into the corner and stumbles back away from the corner but Megumi runs towards her and Megumi connects with a Dropkick! Kick to the back of Allen making Allen crashes into the corner and staggering away from the corner again as Allen dazed and exhausted as she crashes into the corner and Maki catching Allen from behind as she put her arms between Allen’s legs and roll her backwards as Megumi rolled Allen up for the pinned as her shoulders down to the mat! As Megumi grabs tightly on Allen’s thighs and the referee starts to count!
ONE…!
TWO…!
NO! The referee stopped the count! As the referee notice Megumi grabs on Allen’s thighs as Megumi narrowed her eyebrows and releases her hands on Allen’s thighs as Allen quickly to raises back to her feets as Megumi yelled at the referee before turns over to her but only meet a kick to her stomach by Allen making Megumi bends forward as Allen following by Swinging Neckbreaker! Sending Megumi down to the mat! Allen leans down to grab Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets and whips Megumi into the rope but Megumi reverses and whips Allen to the rope but Allen comes back with a European Uppercut! Sending Megumi down to the mat again! As Megumi tries to rolls away from Allen but Allen grabs her legs and drags Megumi back to the center of the ring while Megumi screamed out as Allen stomps down on Megumi’s back and releases her legs as Allen leans down and grabs on Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets again and Allen whips Megumi into the corner and Allen charges into Megumi and connects with a Clotheslines! Bumps Megumi into the corner and Allen drags Megumi back to the center of the ring and Allen kicks right to Megumi’s midsection making Megumi falls down to her knees and Allen grabs Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets and Allen connects with a Backfist! But Megumi ducks under it! But Allen counters with another Discus Elbow Smash! Right to Megumi’s face! But Megumi does not fall down to the mat! Allen continues her offensive with a Backfist! Right to Megumi’s face! Sending Megumi down to the mat! As Allen sits over Megumi and connects with a series of forearms smash right to Megumi’s face before Allen stops as the referee stops her and Allen grabs Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets and Allen connects with a Scoop Brainbuster! Spike Megumi’s head down to the mat! And Allen hooks Megumi’s legs up for covers!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THRE-...!
NO! Megumi kicked out in the very last seconds! Allen smirks as she stares down at Megumi as she kneels beside Megumi before Allen grabs Megumi’s hair again and slowly pulls Megumi back to her feets and Allen whips Megumi into the corner and Allen charges into the corner and Allen connects with a Running Elbow Smash! But Megumi ducks under it! Allen’s elbow hits the turnbuckle and Allen immediately aids her elbow but Megumi rolls her up from behind as grabs on her thighs! But the referee didn’t count as the referee warned Megumi about it forcing Megumi to release Allen’s thighs Megumi frustration as she releases Allen’s thighs as Allen quickly gets back to her feets Maki connects with a Ryo no Ikari, Superkick! But Allen ducks under it! And grabs Megumi from behind and Allen connects with a Snap German Suplex! Sending Megumi down to the mat! Maki’s neck lands on the mat as she slowly folded over to her knees as Allen grabs Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets and Allen whips Megumi into the rope but Megumi reverses and pulls Allen in and Megumi counters with a Spinning Heel Kick! Kick right to Allen’s head sending Allen down to the mat! Megumi grabs Allen’s hair and pulls Allen back to her feets but Allen slaps Megumi’s hand away and counters with a Backfist! Right to Megumi’s face as Megumi stunned and exhausted! Allen runs towards the rope and Allen connects with STO! Sending Megumi down to the mat again! As the crowd hype up for Allen as she grabs Megumi’s hair and looks around the ring but before she can do anything Eden Sterling just jumps onto the apron! As Allen, confused as the referee tries to stop her but Eden yells at Allen make Allen walk towards her as Allen gets closer to her Eden just jumps down from the apron as Allen turns over back to Megumi but she meets a Blind, the Black Mist! Spit right to Allen’s face as she blind and Megumi rolls Allen up from behind and the referee counts!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE…!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…Maki! Megumi!
Amber Westgate: Maki Megumi gets the win in this one with the help of Eden Sterling!
Adam LaRue: To see Nadia Allen get knocked out of a tournament like this, especially due to interference, has got to have the crowd fuming, not to mention Allen herself!
Sterling enters the ring to join Megumi, raising her arm in victory as we fade!
RESULT: PINFALL (BLIND)
We come backstage after that exciting Queen of Strong Style Championship tournament match to find the sight of Nao Saegusa. After so long of dealing with Samuel Lopez, looking over her shoulder and fearing what could happen, it is refreshing to see a Nao that seems to have a weight off her shoulders. Though she still isn’t exhibiting her usual energy she at least seems like herself, finally. She gives a little wave to the camera.
Nao Saegusa: “Yooooo.”
She frowns, realizing her own demeanor. She lets out a sigh.
Nao Saegusa: “Sorry, feeling a bit, uh, what am I thinking of. Melancholic? Sure sure, go with that. I’m happy that I finally put Samuel behind me. The Hero confronted the Villain in a final battle and Justice won out! Just like the Heroes I’ve loved, I found the strength inside of myself to overcome a Villain. I’m overjoyed that I finally managed that. But…”
She scratches at her chin briefly.
Nao Saegusa: “After Destiny II, I said I wanted to make this new season of Zion mine. To be the strongest me I know I can be, and to fight with everything I have until I find my way to the top of Fusion. Something I know I can do, I’m certain of that. And then, because of Samuel, I’ve spent all this time just trying to…survive, I guess. It’s been almost six months since Destiny II, and I’m just now feeling like I have a clear path ahead of me without needing to look over my shoulder. So I’m happy to have beaten him, of course of course of course, but…I just wish I had been able to keep to what I swore at the start of the season.”
But she finally gives a smile.
Nao Saegusa: “But I can still do that! A Hero will find a way, and I’m stronger than ever right now, fresh off of that ultimate showing of Justice! There’s still plenty of time to make those words come true, and tonight I have an opportunity to do just that!”
Focusing on what is to come tonight does seem to give her some of that energy back.
Nao Saegusa: “Against four other people, I have a chance to challenge for the National Championship! If I can overcome four other talented wrestlers, I could finally make those strides forward I’ve wanted to. And in doing so I can get to…re-do some firsts, if I really do shine like I think I can.”
She pauses a moment, perhaps to think back to her recent and less recent past here in Zion.
Nao Saegusa: “My first match on Fusion, before Samuel set his sights on me, was a 5-way where the winner would get to face for the World title. I didn’t win that. But I’m stronger now, so I believe I can make a change from what happened before, and then go for the National Championship. My first match here in Zion was for that belt, you know. I faced a Masterpiece and that night I learned I wasn’t at the level I needed to be yet. But I’m stronger now. So, if I win tonight and move ahead, I could really show how far the Nao of now has come from the one of then.”
She shakes her head after a moment.
Nao Saegusa: “But that part is thoughts for later, I can’t get distracted thinking about the title match when I haven’t even earned it yet! I need to focus on tonight, the four people I have to fight, and prepare myself! It will be tough, immensely so, but I’ve just come through one of the toughest times of my career here. I feel stronger, more capable, more ready. Tonight I can show those words to be true. I’ve just had one of the most satisfying wins of my career, and a Hero would use that to propel even higher. And so I will.”
She finally gives a bit of that usual grin.
Nao Saegusa: “Because I am a Hero!”
And with that she gives a wink and a little salute, the camera fading off after that.
Nao Saegusa: “Yooooo.”
She frowns, realizing her own demeanor. She lets out a sigh.
Nao Saegusa: “Sorry, feeling a bit, uh, what am I thinking of. Melancholic? Sure sure, go with that. I’m happy that I finally put Samuel behind me. The Hero confronted the Villain in a final battle and Justice won out! Just like the Heroes I’ve loved, I found the strength inside of myself to overcome a Villain. I’m overjoyed that I finally managed that. But…”
She scratches at her chin briefly.
Nao Saegusa: “After Destiny II, I said I wanted to make this new season of Zion mine. To be the strongest me I know I can be, and to fight with everything I have until I find my way to the top of Fusion. Something I know I can do, I’m certain of that. And then, because of Samuel, I’ve spent all this time just trying to…survive, I guess. It’s been almost six months since Destiny II, and I’m just now feeling like I have a clear path ahead of me without needing to look over my shoulder. So I’m happy to have beaten him, of course of course of course, but…I just wish I had been able to keep to what I swore at the start of the season.”
But she finally gives a smile.
Nao Saegusa: “But I can still do that! A Hero will find a way, and I’m stronger than ever right now, fresh off of that ultimate showing of Justice! There’s still plenty of time to make those words come true, and tonight I have an opportunity to do just that!”
Focusing on what is to come tonight does seem to give her some of that energy back.
Nao Saegusa: “Against four other people, I have a chance to challenge for the National Championship! If I can overcome four other talented wrestlers, I could finally make those strides forward I’ve wanted to. And in doing so I can get to…re-do some firsts, if I really do shine like I think I can.”
She pauses a moment, perhaps to think back to her recent and less recent past here in Zion.
Nao Saegusa: “My first match on Fusion, before Samuel set his sights on me, was a 5-way where the winner would get to face for the World title. I didn’t win that. But I’m stronger now, so I believe I can make a change from what happened before, and then go for the National Championship. My first match here in Zion was for that belt, you know. I faced a Masterpiece and that night I learned I wasn’t at the level I needed to be yet. But I’m stronger now. So, if I win tonight and move ahead, I could really show how far the Nao of now has come from the one of then.”
She shakes her head after a moment.
Nao Saegusa: “But that part is thoughts for later, I can’t get distracted thinking about the title match when I haven’t even earned it yet! I need to focus on tonight, the four people I have to fight, and prepare myself! It will be tough, immensely so, but I’ve just come through one of the toughest times of my career here. I feel stronger, more capable, more ready. Tonight I can show those words to be true. I’ve just had one of the most satisfying wins of my career, and a Hero would use that to propel even higher. And so I will.”
She finally gives a bit of that usual grin.
Nao Saegusa: “Because I am a Hero!”
And with that she gives a wink and a little salute, the camera fading off after that.
In the Zion offices, we see Daria laying on the chaise lounge of the therapy office, as we see Ellie Seagrove holding a clipboard and taking notes about the session, while listening to Daria speak midway through it.
Ellie Seagrave
"... So, tell me more about the dreams you've been having."
Daria Dorsey
"Well… it's been about that damn match. That cage match was a stupid decision… Jessi and I shaved years off each other's career in that damn fight, and for what?"
She said, reflectively, as Daria was thinking about her war she had with Jessi Ozborne. It's obviously shaken her a lot more than she ever wants to admit, even beyond just a loss to her.
Daria Dorsey
"Ever since then, I just keep replaying it in my mind over and over… And sometimes the outcomes just get worse and worse."
Ellie Seagrave
"Because of Tapp, yes?"
Ellie asked, tapping the end of her pen against the clipboard, as she took notes.
Daria Dorsey
"Yeah… I grew to hate him in the end, but he didn't deserve to die in the ring. And I just keep thinking it could have been Jessi, or even myself from that stupid stunt she pulled."
She confessed, as Daria was affected quite a bit from her mentor dying almost a year ago. She exhaled slowly, whilst Ellie would nod along.
Ellie Seagrave
"Well, Miss Dorsey… I know that this is probably not what you want to hear. But, I really think you should step away for a little bit. After all, mental health is just as important as your physical health."
Daria Dorsey
"What do you mean? Are you thinking I'm crazy? Or trying to say I can't go anymore?!"
She said getting more aggressive in her reply, as Ellie replied calmly to defuse her.
Ellie Seagrave
"Neither, Miss Dorsey. You take a lot of pride in yourself, which may be your biggest strength as well as your biggest weakness. But, I'm suggesting this because you have some lingering issues with your life. No one would judge you for taking a small vacation, Daria. You have nothing to prove to anyone…"
She said, as Daria would calm down from her words, as Ellie was right. However, Daria was far too stubborn to admit it.
Ellie Seagrave
"Miss Dorsey, I'm not going to write some orders for you to take some time away. However, I would highly suggest it. Why don't you take a little time to think about it?"
She asked, as Daria would look down at the floor briefly, nodding.
Daria Dorsey
"Okay… thank you."
She replied flatly, before leaving the office, as Daria was considering what she said. Though, the back of her mind wasn't satisfied with it. Daria felt like she had a lot to prove, to not just the fan base, not just to the people that still hate her, but to herself. Ellie would shake her head briefly, knowing that what she said is probably going to be ignored, as she heads to her desk to file the session, as we fade to black.
MATCH #3: MELODY SLAYTON VS MAI BLACKMAN VS TROY McCOY VS MORGANA SUMMERS VS NAO SAEGUSA
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP #1 CONTENDER FATAL FIVE-WAY
Right from the start, it was clear that there were scores to be settled. Melody Slayton locked eyes with Morgana Summers, and the two wasted no time in going at it. Slayton unleashed a flurry of European uppercuts, driving Summers into the corner. Summers fought back with a Tornado DDT, snapping Slayton to the mat. As the two traded blows, the intensity of their rivalry became evident.
Meanwhile, Nao Saegusa showcased her agility with a series of dropkicks and headscissors takedowns. She and Mai Blackman engaged in a technical wrestling exchange, countering each other's moves with precision. Blackman attempted her Waistlock STO Takedown, but Saegusa countered with a Scissor Leg Takedown, locking in a submission hold that had Blackman struggling to escape.
Troy McCoy, the lone male competitor in the match, displayed his power with a Sitout Spinebuster on Blackman. He then turned his attention to Saegusa, hitting her with a Snap Dragon Suplex that left the audience in awe of his strength.
As the match progressed, the animosity between Slayton and Summers reached its peak. They brawled outside the ring, using every weapon they could find at ringside. Chairs were thrown, and the referee struggled to maintain control. In the chaos, Slayton managed to hit Summers with a devastating Evenflow DDT on the unforgiving floor.
Back in the ring, Saegusa seized the opportunity. She ascended the turnbuckle, her eyes locked on the fallen McCoy. With the crowd on their feet, she soared through the air, hitting the Justice Crash (Phoenix Splash)! The impact was thunderous, and she hooked McCoy's leg for the pin. The three count ends the match, Nao Saegusa wins it.
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…Nao! Saegusa!
Amber Westgate: Zion’s resident hero gets a hard-fought victory tonight, and now she goes on to challenge for the National Championship at Invasion: Toronto!
Adam LaRue: At this point, it’s anyone’s game who she’ll be standing across from in The Rogers Centre! Kaitlin Williams, Sativa Biscotti, and Shazzah Nasty are all tough competitors! One thing’s for certain though: Any one of those women against Nao Saegusa is gonna make for an epic clash for the National Championship!
Saegusa celebrates as we fade!
RESULT: PINFALL (JUSTICE CRASH)
As a camera came into focus, it showed a locker room which currently had a few people in it. Hana Kaneko was standing around, her arms crossed as she was looking at the other two who were sitting down in chairs, both Eden Sterling and ISIS. Hana was visibly annoyed at something due to her slight pacing around, looking to the floor then she looked at the two of them.
𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐀: “So…I know I wasn't here for a few days, I've been overseas doing some other things for a few different people. But, I'm here tonight because of the Queen of Strong Style tournament. I know that Maki is in there as well, but we'll see if she can really do what she's supposed to do. I know what I have to do, anyways. I have to face Ayu Megumi.”
Hana just sighed, making sure the mask on her face was secure there. The usual colorful Kitsune mask that she doesn't seem to go anywhere without, but this one only had the colors of white, red, and blue. She turned towards ISIS, keeping her arms crossed.
𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐀: “I know I'm. . .very involved with this family, but I know that you understand that I wouldn't go easy towards any of them. I don't think Maki understands that though. I don't understand why she thinks she can say that I'd go easy on somebody just because I'm her wife? I know she wouldn't understand what it's like to even have a husband or wife, but she just needs to watch the other show! Nami lost. She doesn't even know what she's talking about.”
Maki immediately come into the locker room as she seem look happy as she smiled widened as the fact Nami Megumi just end up eliminated in the first round as Maki stared at Hana but then goes to sit beside her God and rests her head against ISIS's shoulder
MAKI: Oohhhh~ little bird is fly away~ it escape from the cage now~ woohoo~ I'm so fucking happy you know, Hana? That's your little pathetic wife is gone now! I'm fucking happy that she can't stepped in my way anymore! Oh yeah I have the right to say it because if you are going to face Nami I know really well you will give her what she wants.
Hana had kept quiet for a few seconds, looking down at the floor as if she was thinking about something. She just took the mask off of her face, letting it fall to the floor. With one sudden movement, she grabbed Maki by her shirt and slammed her back against the lockers, looking right into her eyes with a rather serious look on her face.
𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐀: “....You need to watch your mouth, you little shit! This isn't ONI, I don't have to pretend to be your best friend….but you need to get your damn mind straight before I put your head in one of these lockers and slam the fucking door shut on it. DON'T talk about my personal life again, or else yours is going to change drastically, do you understand me?”
Maki stared right into Hana but no fear but she laughed out against Hana's face as she smirked before she continued to taunted Hana more
MAKI: I think you can't be mad at me about it, Hana… anyway if you asked me I would understand you? NO! Then you want to slam the door shut to my head then DO IT! DO IT Hana, I guess you are not going to do what you said… right? your personal life is all about my own sisters and that is why I can say everything about you… All I want to say is your little wife is fucking failure.
ISIS turns to Maki. She has an irritated expression on her face.
ISIS: ENOUGH! Maki, I won’t tolerate these mortal squabbles. Ayu is one thing. From this point forward, Hana’s wife is off limits. We in the Genesis of Destruction are here for a purpose. Fate called upon us for a reason. Our mission is bigger than this inter family nonsense. Apologize to Hana. Do as your God commands.
Maki doesn't have any question as her god commands her. She turned her head to ISIS and nodded her head to ISIS as she felt very sorry about what was happening before she turned her head back to Hana Kaneko…
MAKI: I'm sorry…
ISIS: Good girl. Now let's get back to our mission. Can we do that now?
Keeping her arms crossed, Hana had a much colder look on her face than before, as if it was made of stone and couldn't be changed. Her glare was also strictly towards Maki, but looked at the others in the room as she had let go of Maki which let her get away from the lockers.
𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐀: “Yeah, yeah…..yeoseong seong-gi.”
The last phrase strictly in Korean was directed only towards Maki, not really caring if she understood what it meant or not. She then walked over to the other side of ISIS, resting her elbow on her shoulder as she now had a more relaxed but confident expression on her face that was usually cold and blank.
𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐀: “Well….I'll do what I'm supposed to do, anyways. Later tonight I'll win my match and advance to whoever gets out of the other side, and no matter who it is, I won't hold back on them, and they're going to wish that I was. This is just the start of the entire Fusion roster finding out that everything belongs to Genesis of Destruction. If you have a problem with that, it's pretty simple. Go ahead and try to do something about it.”
Eden has been glaring at them the whole time and shaking her head at the back and forth.
EDEN: "You're right, this isn't ONI. We are something more than a simple faction. Like ISIS has said, we are beyond family squabbles and quite frankly, y'all are making my head hurt. Get it together or I WILL enforce good will, got it?"
Eden lets out a sigh as she continues to talk, not waiting for responses.
EDEN: "We don't have time nor the energy to have petty bickering, in case y'all haven't noticed, everything we've done as of late has drawn the ore of plenty of the rest of the Fusion roster, so much they are starting to try and band together against us, not like they'll succeed, but it's cute to watch them try. Especially Nadia thinking she's on our level, amusing at best. So fight each other in the ring if we must, but this locker room stuff ends now."
Maki sits beside ISIS and she rests her head against ISIS as she does not say anything out again as she didn’t want to make her God mad anymore.
ISIS: Now that that is settled, Hana. Maki. You have work to do. The Queen of Strong Style belongs to us.
ISIS nods to Eden. As they walk off ISIS grabs hold of Maki to take the Archangel of Destruction with them. Maki is just being cute and adorable to her God as she continues to smile.
Leaning forward in front of a large vanity mirror Shazzah Nasty pulled her lips back to look at her teeth. She was making sure that there was no lipstick smeared on, nor anything unsightly caught between them. After assuring her smile was gleaming her attention moved to her eyebrows, drawn in utter excellence, naturally, and then to her hair, which she took a moment to adjust, pulling a curl from behind her ear to in front of it.
Shazz Nasty: There, perfect. Like always. Now I’m thinking that after Fusion there’s this tiki bar down the road and I haven’t had dole whip in forever, so let’s start there first.
As she spoke she looked at her own reflection, enamored of course, but eventually broke from it and turned expecting to see who she assumed she was speaking to in her room. But it wasn’t Cosmo that was standing between Shazz and the doorway now. No it was Erika Crawford and she looked tired, but at least somewhat pleased she finally had this chance to address this thorn in her side. Shazz let out a squeal in shock at the very sight.
Shazz Nasty: You’re not supposed to be in here!
Erika Crawford: But here I am.
Shazz Nasty: I’ll have you know I have a bodyguard and he has NO issues with hitting a woman. COSMO!!
Kasey Kash’s better half looked around the small room that Shazz had staked her claim in. It was only the two of them. Her security detail had seemingly gone missing.
Cut to Catering, where Cosmo Cooper was standing next to a young female intern. He was peeling the wrapper off of a cupcake he had just picked up, though it was certainly not the first. Neither would the intern be.
Cosmo Cooper: So you see you take the bottom of the cupcake, tear it off, put it ON TOP of the frosting and it becomes a cook-cake.
Intern: Wow! You’re so fit and muscular though! How can you even eat sweets?
He’d stuffed the aforementioned cupcake into his mouth, but that didn’t stop him from speaking around it.
Cosmo Cooper: Oh, I eat lots of stuff!
We cut back to Shazz’s room. Erika shrugged her shoulders at the utter lack of company with the two women as no one came to Miss Nasty’s call.
Erika Crawford: I think your boy toy has left you high and dry Shazzah, but that’s alright. I don’t want to hurt you. I just want to…talk.
The blonde swallowed the sizable lump that had formed in her suddenly very dry throat. Erika reached an arm back to shut the door, but didn’t turn, she knew better than to turn her back on the other lady now.
MATCH #4: HANA KANEKO VS AYU MEGUMI
QoSS TOURNAMENT FIRST ROUND MATCH
Megumi smiles as she stares directly at Kaneko as the crowd chants her name loudly as Megumi extends her hand to Kaneko as Kaneko looks at the hand of Megumi before Kaneko accepts the handshake offer from Megumi but Kaneko pulls in and Kaneko connects with a Lariat! Send Megumi down to the mat! Megumi holds the back of her head as her head hits the mat hard! Kaneko grabs Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets and Kaneko whips Megumi into the corner and Kaneko charges into the corner but only for meet a boot from Megumi cause Kaneko staggering away back and Megumi rushes into her and Megumi connects with a Slingblade! Sending Kaneko down to the mat! Megumi pulls Kaneko back to her feets and whips Kaneko into the corner but Kaneko reverses and pulls Megumi in and Kaneko counters with a Codebreaker! Sending Megumi down to the mat! Kaneko grabs Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets and Kaneko whips Megumi to the corner and Kaneko charges into the corner and connects with a Discus Forearm! Right to Megumi’s face make Megumi staggering away from the corner and Kaneko carries Megumi over her shoulders but Megumi counters with elbows to the side of Kaneko’s head until Kaneko releases Megumi down to her feets and Megumi grabs Kaneko from behind and Megumi connects with a German Suplex! But Kaneko lands to her feets behind Megumi but Megumi runs towards the rope and Megumi spring herself to the top rope but Kaneko grabs Megumi’s legs and pulls Megumi down from the top rope as Megumi’s face hits with the rope and Kaneko carries Megumi over her shoulders and Kaneko connects with a Go To Sleep! Knee right to Megumi’s jaw making Megumi fall down to the mat and Megumi lays motionless against the mat as Kaneko goes down to grab on Megumi’s leg and pulls Megumi’s leg up for covers and the referee begins to count!
ONE…!
TWO…!
NO! Megumi kicked out at two! Kaneko grabs Megumi’s hair and Kaneko pulls Megumi back to her feets and whips Megumi into the corner and Kaneko charges in but Megumi counters with a boot to Kaneko’s face making Kaneko staggering away from her and Megumi rushes to Kaneko and connects with a Crucifix Driver! Sending Kaneko down to the mat! Megumi grabs Kaneko’s hair and pulls Kaneko back to her feets and whips Kaneko to the rope and Kaneko hits the rope back Megumi connects with a Pele Kick! Kick right to Kaneko’s face sending Kaneko down to the mat! Megumi pulls Kaneko back to her feets again and Megumi whips Kaneko to the rope but Kaneko reverses and throws Megumi over the top rope but Megumi holds herself against the apron as Kaneko turns over to her Megumi connects with a Springboard Forearm Smash! Right to Kaneko’s face sending Kaneko down to the mat! Megumi grabs Kaneko’s hair and pulls Kaneko back to her feets again and Megumi whips Kaneko into the corner but Kaneko whips Megumi into the corner as Megumi’s back hits the mat hard and staggering away and Kaneko connects with a Codebreaker! Stunning Megumi as she did not fall down to the mat! Kaneko runs towards the rope and hits the rope back and Megumi counters with a Superman Punch! Punch right to Kaneko’s face! Making Kaneko down to her knees as Megumi pulls Kaneko back to her feets and Megumi throws Kaneko back to her feets and throws Kaneko out from the ring! Kaneko dazed and exhausted and slowly get back to her feets as Megumi runs towards the rope and hits the rope back and Megumi connects with a Suicide Dive! Sending Kaneko down to the floor! Kaneko groans out in pain as Megumi pulls Kaneko back to her feets and whips Kaneko back to the ring as Kaneko slowly pushes herself back to her feets but Megumi connects with a Ryo no Ikari, a Superkick! Right to Kaneko’s jaw, sending Kaneko down to the mat! Kaneko knocks out from it as the crowd starts to cheer Megumi up as Megumi goes down to grab on Kaneko’s legs and pulls Kaneko’s legs up as her shoulders down to the mat! And the referee starts to count!
ONE…!
TWO…!
NO! The former Zion Viral Champion kicks out at two seconds! Megumi hype the crowd up as she slowly climbs up to the top rope as she continues to hype the crowd as the crowd cheers her loudly and they starts to chants her name again as Megumi smiles wider on her face and she slowly raises back on top rope and she connects with a Leap, Diving Moonsault! But Kaneko rolls away from the target! Megumi crashes and burns on the mat! Megumi slowly raises back to her own knees as she holds her stomach in pain as Kaneko connects with a soccer kick right to the back of Megumi’s head sending Megumi down to the mat! Megumi holds the back of her head and groans out in pain! Kaneko grabs Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets and whips Megumi into the corner and Kaneko charges into the corner and Kaneko connects with a Clotheslines! Bumps Megumi into the corner and Kaneko drags Megumi away from the corner and connects with a Codebreaker! Sending Megumi down to the mat! Kaneko smirks as she like a shark smell the blood in the water as she grabs Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets and carries Megumi over her shoulders but Megumi escape from fireman’s carry position and lands right behind Kaneko and pushes Kaneko away but Kaneko counters with a Lariat sending Megumi flipping over inside out! Kaneko leans down an grabs Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets again and Kaneko slaps her face over and over it again as everyone can notice Megumi’s tears flows from her eyes as Kaneko carries Megumi over her shoulders and Kaneko connects with another G2S! Sending Megumi down to the mat! Kaneko grabs Megumi’s hair and pulls Megumi back to her feets again and grabs Megumi’s arm from behind and turns her over and Kaneko connects with a Blade Stopper, a Rainmaker of her variants! Megumi flips over inside out again but Kaneko grabs Megumi’s hair again and pulls Megumi back to her feets and lifts her over her head and spikes Megumi’s head down to the mat again with a Headless Swordswoman, a Emerald Flowsion! Megumi is out of it as her tears continue to flow out as everyone can feel her heart is breaking now as Kaneko goes to cover Megumi and the referee counts!
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE…!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…Hana! Kaneko!
Amber Westgate: The Genesis of Destruction takes a half of this first round with that victory as Hana Kaneko advances!
Adam LaRue: With that contentious moment between Kaneko and her stablemate Maki Megumi earlier, it really leaves a lot of questions as to how that match is gonna go once we get to it! For now, The G.O.D. celebrate!
Kaneko stands tall as we fade!
RESULT: PINFALL (HEADLESS SWORDSWOMAN)
We open to the National Championship.
Not the champion, but the championship--an extreme closeup of the title belt itself.
It’s only when the cameraman pans backwards that we catch sight of the Champion herself, Kaitlin Williams, moments before her title defense...and rather than the usual arrogant smirk, it’s an irritated sneer that adorns the face of the Crown Jewel.
Kaitlin Williams: “See this?”
She holds the title out to the camera again, allowing the faceplate to fill the frame once again.
Kaitlin Williams: “I know Tits and Biscuits are tripping over their own feet to pat themselves on the back and tell themselves how great they all are, how they’re So ReAdY to be champion, but here’s the reality: this...”
She doesn’t pull the title back; if another, she holds it even closer to the camera.
Kaitlin Williams: “...is as close as either of them will ever get to being a champion in this company. This is as close as either of them will ever get to even so much as touching my title.”
Finally, Kaitlin pulls the title back and drapes it over her shoulder, chuckling a little bit and shaking her head.
Kaitlin Williams: “I don’t know how many times I can prove this same lesson to people like this: there’s levels to pro wrestling, and I’m on a level beyond what anyone else is on right now. You two? You two...aren’t coming close. Your little slapfight back and forth was cute when it didn’t get in my way, but now? Well...now the pair of you have made a stupid fucking decision--Biscuits for taking a second match with me, and Tits for Brains for sticking her nose where it didn’t belong in the first place.
Kaitlin Williams: “But the truth is, it doesn’t matter who it is; hell, send the little Superhero out to watch what’s coming next for her, because when I’m done teaching these two a lesson, I’m going to show you what’s what, HeRo--and I won’t need chloroform or rejected Halloween props to do it.
Kaitlin Williams: “Tonight, I give two charity cases a little bit of spotlight...and I remind everyone that’s coming for this title, what happens when you step to the Crown...”
Kaitlin glances toward the stage, grinning a little as she slaps the faceplate of the National Championship one more time.
Kaitlin Williams: “No matter how hard you try, inevitably...You BOW!”
Kaitlin’s annoyed sneer twists into that familiar arrogant smirk, and she turns toward the entrance stage and we cut to ringside.
MATCH #5: SATIVA BISCOTTI VS SHAZZAH NASTY VS KAITLIN WILLIAMS
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
From the opening bell, it was clear that Shazzah Nasty was on edge. She constantly glanced over her shoulder, her eyes darting around the ring as if she expected an attack from all sides. Sativa Biscotti, the embodiment of confidence, wasted no time in unleashing her high-flying arsenal. She dazzled the crowd with a series of acrobatic moves, showcasing her agility and speed. Springboard dropkicks, Enzuigiris, and a breathtaking Shiranui into a rolling cutter left everyone in awe.
Kaitlin Williams, the powerhouse of the trio, relied on her amateur wrestling skills. With each thunderous belly-to-belly suplex and gut-wrenching Samoan drop, she sent a powerful message to her opponents. But it was her psychological warfare that had the most significant impact. She played on Shazzah Nasty's paranoia, taunting her and goading her into making mistakes.
As the match reached its climax, Shazzah Nasty's anxiety reached its peak. She was convinced that someone was lurking in the shadows, waiting to strike. It was this distraction that allowed Kaitlin Williams to seize the opportunity. With a sudden burst of strength, she hoisted Nasty up and dropped her with Katastrophe (Pumphandle Powerbomb). The crowd erupted as Williams made the cover and secured the victory.
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…and STILL Zion Wrestling NATIONAL! CHAMPION!...KAITLIN! WILLIAMS!
Amber Westgate: Kaitlin Williams once again defends her National Championship in a huge match!
Adam LaRue: We may very well call that the biggest challenge of Kailtin Williams’ reign, but given what we know about her, she may just have called it another Friday!
Williams stands tall as we fade!
RESULT: PINFALL (KATASTROPHE)
Backstage, Daria was contemplative over her career after the therapy session she had. It was recommended for her to take some time away, and re-evaluate herself. But, that just isn't an option. With how uncertain the future can be in this business, as well as the big contract she's bound to, Daria can't stop now.
She would be at the catering table, seeing some of the other talent that worked Dark Matches, and would kill for the spot she is at, as Daria would get some stink eyes from them, before grabbing a bottle of water and walking away. However, soon approaching her, is none other than the platinum blonde barbie Angelica Matthews. Who eyes Daria, as she says.
Angelica Matthews
Just the woman I wanted to see, see I was thinking I have a business proposition not one I’d make lightly, but one obviously you should hear, see I have a revelation recently and that is quite frankly we are mistreated in this locker room, and on Fusion for all of their new toys, and flavors of the month.
Angelica placed her hand on her hip as she continued on.
Angelica Matthews
Like the Lemons, Ozbornes, and their ilk are all doded over like they forgot who built this company, and it wasn’t any of them it as people like me, and you who built this very place so what I am saying is, maybe just maybe we should work together?
Daria scowled a bit, as she loathed Angelica for how she did her cash in to win the title. Deep down, she absolutely did not want to align herself with her, however, what Ellie was saying might be swaying her towards it.
Daria Dorsey
"Look, I'm not here to be someone's lackey, Angelica…"
Angelica holds her hand as she is almost insulted by the word lackey. The blonde was offering a business deal above all else, as she placed her hand on her hip as she spoke in her normal snobbish tone.
Angelica Matthews
Lackey? You? No you’re right that you shouldn’t be a lackey to anyone nor will you be working with me. If I wanted a lackey I could hire like ten of them right now, no that isn’t what I am looking for. No, I have been watching even while I was gone and you were still here and honestly I feel for you.
Angelica places her hand on her heart.
Angelica Matthews
Your accomplishments, your palace as the Zeneith seem to have forgotten all of that, they forgot that you carried this brand while I was carrying Mayhem as the Zion Wrestling Champion. I simply want to help you get what you deserve and with my resources that can happen.
Daria wasn't sure she could trust her… though, she needed allies, and Angelica had connections to make her a powerful one at that.
Daria Dorsey
"You know… maybe you make a point. Maybe we should give it a shot?"
She says, locking eyes with Angelica. Who knows, maybe they can learn to co-exist after all?
Edmonton Alberta Canada was a name well known to fans of wrestling as a cradle of the sport for various reasons. Almost as iconic as Japan or Mexico, with nearly as many historic events to its name as well. Perhaps tonight might be a little too standard to be considered one of those historic events, but to the lady standing in front of the camera, hands on her curvy hips, she certainly was treating it as if it was far more. Dressed in her best gear, the proud Friday Night Fusion Viral Champion was more than ready for her upcoming match that was clear, what was also clear was her annoyance at not having said championship belt around her trim waist. What was also clear was her opinion of the person who had made that something she's had to deal with over the past few weeks.
Gianna Rojas: Habría hecho lo correcto. Cualquiera con la confianza que tengo en mis propias habilidades habría hecho lo mismo. Pero Adrian no tuvo cortesía y decidió tomar el asunto en sus propias manos de la manera más infantil posible. Cuando lo llamo sudorosa decepción no exagero. Él es todo eso y más, pero lo peor es el silencio. Todos los días, en cada show, tenía la posibilidad de contar su versión, pero preferiría ser un payaso. Tampoco es un buen payaso, aunque es discutible si existe alguno de esos, pero de esos que se esconden detrás. Del tipo que te recuerda lo Carny que es todo al final del día, cuando te falta la personalidad y las habilidades como él.
Gianna shakes her head, then crooks a finger at the camera, in a clear gesture for it to follow. Follow it does, panning around to see the people getting out of her way as she walks down the back hall, focusing a bit on the sway of her walk, before she turns partially to continue to speak as they move towards the gorilla position.
Gianna Rojas: ¿Incluso nos habría interesado escuchar lo que tenía que decir? Pero ahora nunca lo sabremos, al menos no la verdad. Algunas palabras simplemente no valen la pena escucharlas y ustedes, los fanáticos, merecen mucho más que alguien como él. ¡Ahora vamos a recuperar lo que me pertenece y, si tenemos suerte, le daremos una lección a ese pequeño ladrón en el proceso! ¡Quizás la próxima vez no le dé un ataque de niño y no volveremos a tener una situación como esta!
"Paper Planes" by SSSC is now beginning out at the ringside area, this brings a big smile to Gianna's face because of course it's her theme. She rests one hand on the curtain, looking back one final time before she bursts through it to head down to the ring.
Gianna Rojas: ¡Hagámoslo! Voy a exponerlo todo aquí, de la manera que los fanáticos se merecen, les mostraré al Campeón Viral que todos conocen y aman, ¡y los aprecio mucho por esto!
Amber Westgate: We are just moments away from our Main Event, but next week is gonna be even greater as we come to you from Calgary! Starting off next week, ISIS and The Genesis of Destruction have seemingly been on a tear of the Queen of Chaos for a while now, and as a result, ISIS now has both the Hardcore and Gateway Championships! Next week, two QoC members will duke it out to see who’s got next! Kimberly Williams takes on Alexis Lemon in order to find out who will challenge ISIS at Invasion: Toronto!
Adam LaRue: Speaking off the looming tensions between the QoC and G.O.D, The Queen of Strong Style Tournament rages on, this time with some special guests coming through! To round out all the first round matches, The Queens’ Indigo Rosalez takes on the G.O.D.’s Eden Sterling, while rookie competitor Yumi Akiyama takes on Ichiki Sanada!
Amber Westgate: Tensions between these two have been simmering over the past several weeks, and now it all comes to head here! Morgana Summers and Melody Slayton go one-on-one once again next week!
Adam LaRue: And in the Main Event, these two threw out the challenge this past Monday on Mayhem and now Friday Night is playing host to the second half of a double header for the Undisputed Tag Team Championships! Next Friday Night, should they defend their titles against The Deathriders on Monday, The DataDames come over to Fusion to take on The House of Wolves! That all goes down next Friday Night! Don’t miss it!
MAIN EVENT: ADRIAN HENDERSON VS GIANNA ROJAS
VIRAL CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
Darrion Hughes: The following contest…is scheduled for one fall!
Crowd: ONE FALL!!
Darrion Hughes: And it is for the Zion Wrestling VIRAL! CHAMPIONSHIP!
Introducing first, the challenger…from San Francisco, California…weighing in at 225 lbs…Adrian! Henderson!
And his opponent…from Eureka, California…weighing in at 145 lbs…she is the Zion Wrestling VIRAL! CHAMPION!...GIANNA! ROJAS!
Amber Westgate: Gianna Rojas being announced to the ring as the Viral Champion, but not having the title around her waist thanks to her challenger tonight, Adrian Henderson!
Adam LaRue: Time and again, Adrian Henderson has managed to sneak away with Rojas’ glory in hand! I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if he’s deluded himself into thinking that he’s the real champion!
Amber Westgate: Well tonight, Rojas is definitely looking to beat him and take her title back once and for all!!
Adam LaRue: Either that, or Henderson gets to keep it for good!
The arena buzzes with anticipation for the main event of the evening. The moment the bell rings, the tension in the arena reaches its zenith. Henderson and Rojas circle each other, their eyes locked in a battle of wills. The mental chess match begins, with each wrestler strategizing their next move. Rojas knows she must use her agility and quick thinking to overcome Henderson's overwhelming strength. Without warning, Rojas springs into action, exploding off the ropes and launching herself towards Henderson with a lightning-fast dropkick. But Henderson anticipates the move and sidesteps it with a split-second reaction. Rojas, displaying her remarkable agility, lands nimbly on her feet, her mind racing to recalibrate her strategy.
Henderson, taking advantage of the situation, seizes Rojas by the arm and whips her into the ropes. She rebounds with incredible velocity, and just as it seems Henderson is about to unleash his power with a colossal clothesline, Rojas pivots mid-air, converting her trajectory into a graceful somersault over Henderson's massive frame. The crowd erupts in applause at the breathtaking athleticism on display. Rojas lands behind Henderson and swiftly locks him in a tight front facelock. Rojas, with laser-like focus, attempts to outmaneuver her bigger challenger.
In an effort to subdue him, Rojas transitions seamlessly into a series of elbow strikes directed at his midsection. Henderson grunts with discomfort, momentarily caught off guard by Rojas's melee assault. However, the brute force within him begins to surface as he uses his colossal strength to power out of the front facelock. With a surge of power, Henderson lifts Rojas into the air, signaling his intention to execute a Michinoku Driver but Rojas, thinking quickly on her feet, starts firing a barrage of elbow strikes into Henderson's ribcage, creating enough discomfort to make him release his grip.
Rojas capitalizes, instinctively bouncing off the ropes and returning with a hard Shotgun Knee Strike. Her body moves perfectly into a pinning predicament, and the referee drops to the mat to begin the count.
ONE…!
TWO…!
But Henderson, summoning his immense strength and determination, powers out of the pinfall attempt just in the nick of time. Undaunted by Henderson's show of resilience, Rojas stays on the offensive. She unleashes a flurry of kicks, targeting Henderson's legs and midsection with surgical precision. Each strike lands with a resounding thud, causing Henderson to wince in pain. Henderson attempts to counter with a massive backhand chop, but Rojas, relying on her quick reflexes, ducks under it and continues her attack. Her kicks are a testament to her versatility, ranging from devastating leg sweeps to brutal strikes that target Henderson's core. Henderson attempts a lariat to regain control of the match. However, Rojas demonstrates her lightning-fast agility once again, ducking under the powerful blow and rebounding off the ropes.
In a breathtaking display of aerial prowess, Rojas takes to the skies. She springboards off the ropes, defying gravity with a somersault plancha that sends her soaring through the air. The crowd collectively holds its breath as Rojas closes in on Henderson, her body a graceful blur against the backdrop of the arena. But Henderson has other plans. With impeccable timing, he catches Rojas in mid-air, showcasing his unparalleled strength. The impact is bone-jarring as Rojas's body collides with Henderson's chest. With Rojas firmly in his grasp, Henderson doesn't waste a moment. He transitions Rojas into a crushing spinebuster that shakes the ring to its very foundations As Rojas lies on the mat, shaken by the devastating spinebuster, Henderson approaches, his eyes locked onto his opponent. But the champion is not one to back down easily. With sheer determination etched on her face, she fights through the pain and begins to stir. Rojas defiantly pushes herself off the mat, rising to her feet As Henderson approaches Rojas, intending to capitalize on his apparent advantage, Rojas takes a step back, her mind racing to find a solution. In a split second, she formulates a plan and springs into action.
She charges towards Henderson, channeling her energy into a running knee strike. Henderson, perhaps expecting Rojas to be weakened, is caught off guard as Rojas's knee connects with his midsection. The impact is enough to double Henderson over, creating an opening for Rojas. She swiftly climbs the turnbuckle, her movements fluid and deliberate. At the apex of her ascent, Rojas leaps into the air, executing a La Gia (Diving Thesz Press) that sends her hurtling towards Henderson. Rojas's body crashes into her opponent with remarkable precision and she transitions into a cover. The referee drops to the mat, his hand poised to strike the canvas.
ONE…!
TWO…!
But just when it seems that Henderson's fate is sealed, with a forceful thrust of his shoulder, he kicks out. Rojas, undeterred by the close call, maintains her focus. With unbridled precision, Rojas targets Henderson's already-weakened midsection. She maneuvers behind him and applies a Bow-and-Arrow submission hold. Henderson grunts with discomfort as Rojas exerts pressure on his back and neck, gradually wearing him down. The agony etched on Henderson’s face is palpable, but he refuses to submit. Beads of sweat glisten on his forehead as he fights through the pain. Rojas, relentless in her pursuit of a title retention, tightens her grip, increasing the pressure on Henderson's back. With each passing moment, Henderson's resolve becomes more evident. His muscles tense as he prepares to make a final stand. Summoning every ounce of his strength, Henderson begins to power out of Rojas's Bow-and-Arrow hold. With a herculean effort, Henderson manages to break free from Rojas's clutches. He rises to his feet, his back and neck still aching from the punishment inflicted. Henderson grabs Rojas and lifts her, setting up for Bombs Over Baghdad. As Rojas hovers in the air, seemingly at the mercy of Henderson's strength, she refuses to be a passive victim. With lightning-fast reflexes, Rojas shifts her weight mid-air, causing her body to twist and contort. She manages to slip out of Henderson's grasp, landing behind him with the grace of a seasoned gymnast. As Henderson turns to face Rojas, he finds himself vulnerable, his back exposed to his nimble opponent. Rojas seizes the moment, capitalizing on her quick thinking and exceptional agility. In a fluid motion, Rojas grabs Henderson and with remarkable finesse, executes a picture-perfect X-Plex that drives the air from Henderson's lungs.
Exhausted but undeterred, Rojas rises to her feet, her heart pounding. Henderson, on the mat, struggles to regain his composure. As Rojas climbs back, seeing Henderson still prone, she ascends to the top rope, her body poised. With a graceful leap, Rojas propels herself through the air, executing a Rojas Rápida (Somersault Senton) with unmatched precision. She descends like a comet, her body connecting with Henderson's massive frame. But just when it seems that Rojas has secured her victory, Henderson, driven by sheer instinct, wraps his immense arms around her midsection. With an astounding display of strength, he hoists Rojas high above his head, her body suspended in mid-air. He swings Rojas around and up, aiming to deliver a devastating powerbomb. Rojas, trapped in Henderson's grasp, reflexively begins to unleash a rapid series of elbow strikes to Henderson's head and face. Each strike is executed with precision, causing him to stagger and lose his grip. As Rojas continues her assault. Henderson's grip weakens with every elbow strike. Summoning the last vestiges of her strength, Rojas musters a final burst of agility. With a lightning-quick maneuver, she slides down Henderson's back, landing nimbly on her feet behind him. The crowd erupts with cheers as they witness the incredible escape.
Henderson, momentarily disoriented, whirls around to face Rojas, but it's too late. She seizes the moment, launching herself off the ropes and rebounding with blistering speed. In an awe-inspiring display of athleticism, Rojas executes another La Gia. As Henderson lies sprawled on the mat, the crowd's anticipation reaches a fevered pitch. Rojas, her body aching from the grueling battle, pulls Henderson up and in-between her legs. She lifts him and drills him with the Terminar Rápida Sitout Double Underhook Powerbomb. The referee drops to the mat, beginning the count:
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE!!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…and STILL Zion Wrestling VIRAL! CHAMPION!...GIANNA! ROJAS!
Amber Westgate: Gianna Rojas retains, and she takes back her Viral Championship!
Adam LaRue: Reunited, and it feels so good! Raise that title high, G-Ro! You’ve earned it!
Rojas stands tall with the championship once again in her grasp! Before she can celebrate too long however, as someone comes in from behind and knocks her to the mat! The hooded assailant pulls up their hood, revealing themselves to be Elijah Copeland!
Amber Westgate: That’s Elijah Copeland! Elijah Copeland is back!
Adam LaRue: We haven’t seen him in months! He looks so much meaner!
Amber Westgate: So much more aggressive!
Copeland forces Rojas up to her feet, getting her up and dropping her with Head Trauma! Brainbuster DDT to the Viral Champion! He grabs the Viral Championship off the mat, giving it a good look before dropping it back down on Rojas! He chuckles, before climbing out of the ring and walking away under a cascade of boos from the crowd!
Crowd: ONE FALL!!
Darrion Hughes: And it is for the Zion Wrestling VIRAL! CHAMPIONSHIP!
Introducing first, the challenger…from San Francisco, California…weighing in at 225 lbs…Adrian! Henderson!
And his opponent…from Eureka, California…weighing in at 145 lbs…she is the Zion Wrestling VIRAL! CHAMPION!...GIANNA! ROJAS!
Amber Westgate: Gianna Rojas being announced to the ring as the Viral Champion, but not having the title around her waist thanks to her challenger tonight, Adrian Henderson!
Adam LaRue: Time and again, Adrian Henderson has managed to sneak away with Rojas’ glory in hand! I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if he’s deluded himself into thinking that he’s the real champion!
Amber Westgate: Well tonight, Rojas is definitely looking to beat him and take her title back once and for all!!
Adam LaRue: Either that, or Henderson gets to keep it for good!
The arena buzzes with anticipation for the main event of the evening. The moment the bell rings, the tension in the arena reaches its zenith. Henderson and Rojas circle each other, their eyes locked in a battle of wills. The mental chess match begins, with each wrestler strategizing their next move. Rojas knows she must use her agility and quick thinking to overcome Henderson's overwhelming strength. Without warning, Rojas springs into action, exploding off the ropes and launching herself towards Henderson with a lightning-fast dropkick. But Henderson anticipates the move and sidesteps it with a split-second reaction. Rojas, displaying her remarkable agility, lands nimbly on her feet, her mind racing to recalibrate her strategy.
Henderson, taking advantage of the situation, seizes Rojas by the arm and whips her into the ropes. She rebounds with incredible velocity, and just as it seems Henderson is about to unleash his power with a colossal clothesline, Rojas pivots mid-air, converting her trajectory into a graceful somersault over Henderson's massive frame. The crowd erupts in applause at the breathtaking athleticism on display. Rojas lands behind Henderson and swiftly locks him in a tight front facelock. Rojas, with laser-like focus, attempts to outmaneuver her bigger challenger.
In an effort to subdue him, Rojas transitions seamlessly into a series of elbow strikes directed at his midsection. Henderson grunts with discomfort, momentarily caught off guard by Rojas's melee assault. However, the brute force within him begins to surface as he uses his colossal strength to power out of the front facelock. With a surge of power, Henderson lifts Rojas into the air, signaling his intention to execute a Michinoku Driver but Rojas, thinking quickly on her feet, starts firing a barrage of elbow strikes into Henderson's ribcage, creating enough discomfort to make him release his grip.
Rojas capitalizes, instinctively bouncing off the ropes and returning with a hard Shotgun Knee Strike. Her body moves perfectly into a pinning predicament, and the referee drops to the mat to begin the count.
ONE…!
TWO…!
But Henderson, summoning his immense strength and determination, powers out of the pinfall attempt just in the nick of time. Undaunted by Henderson's show of resilience, Rojas stays on the offensive. She unleashes a flurry of kicks, targeting Henderson's legs and midsection with surgical precision. Each strike lands with a resounding thud, causing Henderson to wince in pain. Henderson attempts to counter with a massive backhand chop, but Rojas, relying on her quick reflexes, ducks under it and continues her attack. Her kicks are a testament to her versatility, ranging from devastating leg sweeps to brutal strikes that target Henderson's core. Henderson attempts a lariat to regain control of the match. However, Rojas demonstrates her lightning-fast agility once again, ducking under the powerful blow and rebounding off the ropes.
In a breathtaking display of aerial prowess, Rojas takes to the skies. She springboards off the ropes, defying gravity with a somersault plancha that sends her soaring through the air. The crowd collectively holds its breath as Rojas closes in on Henderson, her body a graceful blur against the backdrop of the arena. But Henderson has other plans. With impeccable timing, he catches Rojas in mid-air, showcasing his unparalleled strength. The impact is bone-jarring as Rojas's body collides with Henderson's chest. With Rojas firmly in his grasp, Henderson doesn't waste a moment. He transitions Rojas into a crushing spinebuster that shakes the ring to its very foundations As Rojas lies on the mat, shaken by the devastating spinebuster, Henderson approaches, his eyes locked onto his opponent. But the champion is not one to back down easily. With sheer determination etched on her face, she fights through the pain and begins to stir. Rojas defiantly pushes herself off the mat, rising to her feet As Henderson approaches Rojas, intending to capitalize on his apparent advantage, Rojas takes a step back, her mind racing to find a solution. In a split second, she formulates a plan and springs into action.
She charges towards Henderson, channeling her energy into a running knee strike. Henderson, perhaps expecting Rojas to be weakened, is caught off guard as Rojas's knee connects with his midsection. The impact is enough to double Henderson over, creating an opening for Rojas. She swiftly climbs the turnbuckle, her movements fluid and deliberate. At the apex of her ascent, Rojas leaps into the air, executing a La Gia (Diving Thesz Press) that sends her hurtling towards Henderson. Rojas's body crashes into her opponent with remarkable precision and she transitions into a cover. The referee drops to the mat, his hand poised to strike the canvas.
ONE…!
TWO…!
But just when it seems that Henderson's fate is sealed, with a forceful thrust of his shoulder, he kicks out. Rojas, undeterred by the close call, maintains her focus. With unbridled precision, Rojas targets Henderson's already-weakened midsection. She maneuvers behind him and applies a Bow-and-Arrow submission hold. Henderson grunts with discomfort as Rojas exerts pressure on his back and neck, gradually wearing him down. The agony etched on Henderson’s face is palpable, but he refuses to submit. Beads of sweat glisten on his forehead as he fights through the pain. Rojas, relentless in her pursuit of a title retention, tightens her grip, increasing the pressure on Henderson's back. With each passing moment, Henderson's resolve becomes more evident. His muscles tense as he prepares to make a final stand. Summoning every ounce of his strength, Henderson begins to power out of Rojas's Bow-and-Arrow hold. With a herculean effort, Henderson manages to break free from Rojas's clutches. He rises to his feet, his back and neck still aching from the punishment inflicted. Henderson grabs Rojas and lifts her, setting up for Bombs Over Baghdad. As Rojas hovers in the air, seemingly at the mercy of Henderson's strength, she refuses to be a passive victim. With lightning-fast reflexes, Rojas shifts her weight mid-air, causing her body to twist and contort. She manages to slip out of Henderson's grasp, landing behind him with the grace of a seasoned gymnast. As Henderson turns to face Rojas, he finds himself vulnerable, his back exposed to his nimble opponent. Rojas seizes the moment, capitalizing on her quick thinking and exceptional agility. In a fluid motion, Rojas grabs Henderson and with remarkable finesse, executes a picture-perfect X-Plex that drives the air from Henderson's lungs.
Exhausted but undeterred, Rojas rises to her feet, her heart pounding. Henderson, on the mat, struggles to regain his composure. As Rojas climbs back, seeing Henderson still prone, she ascends to the top rope, her body poised. With a graceful leap, Rojas propels herself through the air, executing a Rojas Rápida (Somersault Senton) with unmatched precision. She descends like a comet, her body connecting with Henderson's massive frame. But just when it seems that Rojas has secured her victory, Henderson, driven by sheer instinct, wraps his immense arms around her midsection. With an astounding display of strength, he hoists Rojas high above his head, her body suspended in mid-air. He swings Rojas around and up, aiming to deliver a devastating powerbomb. Rojas, trapped in Henderson's grasp, reflexively begins to unleash a rapid series of elbow strikes to Henderson's head and face. Each strike is executed with precision, causing him to stagger and lose his grip. As Rojas continues her assault. Henderson's grip weakens with every elbow strike. Summoning the last vestiges of her strength, Rojas musters a final burst of agility. With a lightning-quick maneuver, she slides down Henderson's back, landing nimbly on her feet behind him. The crowd erupts with cheers as they witness the incredible escape.
Henderson, momentarily disoriented, whirls around to face Rojas, but it's too late. She seizes the moment, launching herself off the ropes and rebounding with blistering speed. In an awe-inspiring display of athleticism, Rojas executes another La Gia. As Henderson lies sprawled on the mat, the crowd's anticipation reaches a fevered pitch. Rojas, her body aching from the grueling battle, pulls Henderson up and in-between her legs. She lifts him and drills him with the Terminar Rápida Sitout Double Underhook Powerbomb. The referee drops to the mat, beginning the count:
ONE…!
TWO…!
THREE!!
Darrion Hughes: The winner of this match…and STILL Zion Wrestling VIRAL! CHAMPION!...GIANNA! ROJAS!
Amber Westgate: Gianna Rojas retains, and she takes back her Viral Championship!
Adam LaRue: Reunited, and it feels so good! Raise that title high, G-Ro! You’ve earned it!
Rojas stands tall with the championship once again in her grasp! Before she can celebrate too long however, as someone comes in from behind and knocks her to the mat! The hooded assailant pulls up their hood, revealing themselves to be Elijah Copeland!
Amber Westgate: That’s Elijah Copeland! Elijah Copeland is back!
Adam LaRue: We haven’t seen him in months! He looks so much meaner!
Amber Westgate: So much more aggressive!
Copeland forces Rojas up to her feet, getting her up and dropping her with Head Trauma! Brainbuster DDT to the Viral Champion! He grabs the Viral Championship off the mat, giving it a good look before dropping it back down on Rojas! He chuckles, before climbing out of the ring and walking away under a cascade of boos from the crowd!
RESULT: PINFALL (TERMINAR RÁPIDA)
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