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February 8, 2018

Barbs, Drama, & Business As Usual

What a week this is, Marquez thought to himself while in 1st class on his way to Spokane, Washington for Elite, then to Portland, Oregon for Supreme TV. This is his heaviest travel week since joining the company. Jerry wanted everyone to be at the first Wrestling Day show on Wednesday in Iowa, despite the small locker room. Marquez didn't mind as he likes the new atmosphere in the back. It was only Saturday and his travels were just beginning.

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Once Marquez arrived at his hotel on Saturday night he checked the dirt sheets and there was a leak concerning SOTBPW and USPW in a competition over the services for Big Smack Scott. International Federation For Wrestling News, TEW.com, Going Over Wrestling Journalism, and less reputable sleaze sheets were all discussing the situation.

Seemingly Jerry wasn't interested in giving Scott Sinclair a big offer, which makes sense after Eric's departure put an end to Power Structure. From his time around Scott Sinclair, Marquez didn't develop a positive impression of him.

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Marquez went out Saturday Night with Breston Blonde and Justin Sensitive. The two developed an entertaining tag team called Just Plain Beautiful during the brand split and continue their entertaining Personal Stylist (Blonde) and Lackey (Sensitive) gimmicks within Billion Dollar Club - the rest of the members were either sleeping, getting treatment, exercising, or dealing with family matters and didn't come out.

Antonio learned that Adrienne was correct about Breston, he is a pretty good guy. He didn't bring her up - which saved an awkward conversation from occurring. Marquez was struck by Sensitive, he was one of the best people he's spent time around in wrestling business.

They spent four hours between two bars and mostly talked about the group while Blonde and Sensitive picked his mind about the industry and what he thought they could do better to improve.

Marquez pitched the idea of the entire BDC group going to his mansion in Mexico sometime soon to discuss ideas and to train.

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Sunday was mostly a relaxing day for Marquez he lifted weights, did some cardio, and rewatched his Supreme Challenge match against Jack Bruce. Jessica Pearce stopped by his hotel room with her and Stacks 13-year-old son Jonathan. He's traveling with his parents for the week as he goes back to school the 4th week of the month.

Johnathan is a huge fan of wrestling and is wrestling while in middle school and also takes Judo classes. Stacks came by and nothing was weird with him or Jessica as the four had a nice talk and would have lunch together.

That night he caught reading his latest epic fantasy book.

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On Monday Marquez got to the arena early. The team was preparing for the first SWF Nightmare show and he walked past Jerry speaking to Madman Dube and Jessica.

From what Antonio gathered through the night, Kristen Pearce helped the process along and Jerry was able to clear up the false rumors Nate Johnson spread. Jerry would have a lot of work if he wants to clear up Madman and Spencer Spade's situations.

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Around half an hour before Nightmare was about to get started with Jerry Eisen and Theodore Reed who spent time in the WWWE and PWI at the announce desk. Theodore was just signed with the company for this role, he and Clay Clinton spoke backstage having known each other from the WWWE.

Marquez came across some sad news from the dirt sheets which broke on Saturday morning.

Morales was working in Glebov Organization in Russia and Konigreich der Deutschen Wrestling in Germany when the taxi he was in was T-Boned by a drunk driver in Romania where GO was holding a show on Sunday.

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Marquez watched the show from the go position, the SWF Total Access team was in place to make sure they captured all the action. Marquez was impressed by some of the matches.

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Elite began twenty minutes after the conclusion of Nightmare, Marquez had moved to the back and was watching the show on the monitor.

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On-Screen SWF President, Louisa Angel came down hard. She stated the Board of Directors agreed with her decision. She stated, "Despite Antonio Marquez saying he won't cheat in the ring and blaming Jessica Pearce and Clay Clinton for putting themselves in danger - I have little reason to trust neither he nor the rest of the Billion Dollar Club."

The segment seemed to go over well with mentions of Jack Bruce, Stacks, and Sam Keith scowling at not getting his way.

Clay and Dakota agreed that even more should be done about the Billion Dollar Club, with a passionate Clay Clinton not really holding back. "Does this mean we get to beat up Clay again," Justin Sensitive joked, drawing laughter from some in the back, "Well he does owe me a rack of ribs," Emma Chase added.

The Emperors Of Roppongi were in the background adding in bits and pieces to the segment. The main message was that Stone, Juzo, and Yoshino were going to defeat Marquez, Joe Money, and Stacks Gilmore at Welcome To The Jungle and that would be the best punishment for the group.

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"Who Are You To Turn Your Nose Up At Champagne Delight," seemed to be a winner as Marquez dropped the line after being asked about Women In Charge, specifically SWF General Manager Krissy Angelle's decision to try and hurt the group through booking if they attack anyone else. Marquez again stated they only attack people from the front. Breston helped Stacks a bit by throwing in some lines while Joe Money, Justin Sensitive, Ripped, and Johansen weren't in the segment.

Marquez watched the rest of the show from the locker in what was an entertaining show.

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That night Marquez stayed in as they had an early flight to Portland in the morning. He did have a short conversation with Krissy Angelle who walked up and said, "I do dare turn my nose up at Champagne Delight," in a playful tone.

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After arriving in Portland on Tuesday morning Agents filtered out news that last nights Elite broke their recent ratings record and drew an estimated 16.85 when combining together each market it aired. While Marquez or hardly anyone understands how rating experts make those estimates, it was definitely good news.

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Marquez arrived at the Portland Memorial Coliseum five hours before Supreme TV and approximately around 3 hours and 40 minutes prior to the 1st In This Ring. Jerry made it clear the 3-hour arrival time was in place for the A-Shows for those who aren't booked on the B-Shows on Monday and Tuesday - yet, Marquez liked arriving early.

Antonio was happy he arrived early as Sammy Smoke would liven up the locker room around 2 hours prior to In This Ring.

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Marquez wasn't big on the comedy match between High Flyin Fun and Dance Baby Dance, but he could understand giving the fans a portion of fun when taking into consideration the gimmicks of both teams.

The rest was spot on. Lincoln Skills is someone Marquez feels has a bright future, Valiant being his mentor doesn't hurt his chances of becoming successful.

After the show, Marquez immediately finished getting ready as Billion Dollar Club was set to lead off the show.

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Billion Dollar Club receives a lot of heat, especially when the entire twelve person group is seen together. The first ten minutes of their segment saw them enter the arena in a stretch limo, hype Sensitive in the King Of The Sky Tournament, and brag that no trio would defeat them (Marquez, Stacks, and Money) in the Chaos Trios Tournament.

Marquez and company laughed at WIC, the $200k fine, and their victims in this segment which drew a great deal of heat. Money pointed to Ripped and Johansen and said, "Do you think we care about $200k when we can afford the Billion Dollar Detail? Our resources through Billion Dollar Inc are endless!" They also took jabs at the Pearce & Pearce firm and hyped the Welcome To The Jungle Chaos Semi-Final match.

Emma did most of the talking and drew a lot of heat for her comments on SWF Chairwoman and CEO, Adrienne Hewitt. The group then left the ring after stating they had a party to attend, they entered the stretch limo, putting an end to the thirty-minute segment. Leaving the crowd rowdy and shouting venom towards them.

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The match took place in the 2nd hour and rubbed some in the locker room wrong. Antonio found out that Reggie Rush and Tommy Varsity (who is a former RIPW Heavyweight Champion as Tommy Athlete and had some AWF fame as Slip prior to that) had to be pulled apart after Rush kept antagonizing him. Varsity though Jerry's slap on the wrist calling it 'soft' and a tension built between Rush and Varsity. Evidently, Varsity thought a good way to show his displeasure was an attempt to ruin his first match with his new tag team partner.

Marquez saw Jerry with a cold look on his face after the match. The incident nearly made him snap after recent events, but he kept it together and walked out of the locker room. Head of Talent Relations and Jerry's best friend Drake Walker sped after him, probably trying to make sure Jerry calmed down before making a rash decision.

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"Wow," was Antonio's response after this match. Black Hat Bailey was the Agent in charge and Darren Smith was the original referee. Everything seemed to work in this match, from Thorn sending Apex to get revenge on Remo for costing Poundstone - Valiant's spot in the Welcome To The Jungle main event, to Apex taking shots at Valiant, to the spot Smith sold, to Skull DeBones appearing on the SWFTron during the chaos to distract Remo. Valiant had the match won several times, but Lavin came down right after Remo his devastating STO, The Destroyer. Marquez was impressed with the main event matches Valiant put on two nights in a row.

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The Billion Dollar Club all went to, "Free Range & Craft Specialty Bistro" one of the finest restaurants in Portland after the show. Marquez grabbed the fairly sizable tab and spoke to the group about his idea about a trip to Mexico. They agreed to the first week of September after Supreme TV. Marquez agreed to talk to Jerry about it tomorrow when they arrived in Iowa for Wrestling Day.

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After arriving in Waterloo, Iowa on Wednesday morning the Agents again filtered out news of great estimated ratings with Supreme TV getting a 16.69. Two of the three highest-rated shows in years came on back to back nights - definitely a good sign despite everything backstage.

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Hours, before anyone was due to be at the Young Arena Marquez, went to meet Jerry in the hotel lobby. Jerry cleared had a lot on his mind and began the conversation with, "I just had to fire someone in FKPW all the way in Japan on Monday for comments he made about Art Reed and Yodo Mushashibo. This hasn't been the best week and a half."

Before bringing up the plan he needed to approve, as some members of the BDC are on regular House Show duty, Marquez asked about Eric, "Eric who," was Jerry's initial response. After a short laugh, Jerry went into an explosive phone call between the two where Eric told him that he wouldn't be seeing his nephew Eason Eisen anytime soon.

Eason is seven-years-old and his mother is one of Eric's old girlfriends. Jerry was amused how Eric was able to convince pop star Erika Flash to ever sleep with him, but he did. Jerry also said their father blamed him for Eric wanting to leave, but was pleased with the direction of the product and didn't have to worry about his job.

"Scott Sinclair isn't a big deal. I'm not about to give any power or overpay a guy with his attitude. If he wants to go to SOTBPW or USPW, he can be my guest," Jerry said about the Big Smack Scott situation.

When Marquez got to his question Jerry quickly agreed and thought it was a great idea. Marquez also told Jerry, "Breston Blonde is turning into a good worker, he's eager to learn. He's worth pushing hard."

Jerry joked, "Is Adrienne going to be happy with you making nice with her ex?" Jerry quickly added, "That's far better to hear than the usual push complaint and developmental talent begging for a call-up e-mails. You should hear the drama some bring."

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Since the small locker room was going to be crowded Marquez didn't arrive until right at three hours prior to the show. The normal Wrestling Day travel team was aware of their assignment and the announce team consisted of Jason Azaria who was let go from TCW in January 2017 as Ricky Dale Johnson wanted to change how the product was presented. RDJ purchased the company from BriCo who didn't trust anyone to run a profitable product after the death of Kyle Rhodes in June 2016.

Reporter Ana Garcia is doing commentary on the show from a reporter's point of view. The third member of the team adds the wrestler's perspective and that is the recently retired Ice Cold Funk who had his last match against Mikey Lau in a dark match from Supreme TV in May of 2017. After this week, Barry Bowen (Runaway Train) would be the individual in charge of running the locker room on the 2-hour Wrestling Day each week.

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Antonio only really paid attention to the main event, which he thought was well done. He was chatting with Billion Dollar Club members and had a few words with Edd Stone who insisted he was prettier than Marquez.

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After the show, Marquez went back to the hotel and decided to catch up on sleep. He was excited to get back into the ring on Sunday for Welcome To The Jungle.

*Former CSWF lead Announcer Reginald Kipp and Dakota Williams call In This Ring

February 6, 2018

Eric Isn't Short For Words (August Thursday Wk 2, 2017)

Wrestling Journalism

International Federation For Wrestling News

by DeAndre Allison

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Several hours ago I had a conversation with Eric Eisen after he confirmed that he asked for his release from Supreme Wrestling Federation yesterday. Eric began at the company in June 1996 - his father Richard Eisen opened the SWF in January 1972.

The following transcript is reflective of the on the record portion of our conversation. For interests of transparency, we did speak for another thirty minutes off the record where Eric did go into further detail concerning several of the following topics and others.

DeAndre Allison

Can you explain exactly what happened and motivated you to ask for your release?

Eric Eisen

I was sick of how things were going in the locker room. I was being blamed for incidents, I wasn't receiving the push I deserved, and it was becoming clear that Jerry (Jerry Eisen, Head of the SWF Creative department, Senior Vice President, and Eric's brother) wasn't going to look after the family.

DeAndre Allison

What do you mean by look after the family?

Eric Eisen

[Audible laughter] Dad (SWF Owner Richard Eisen) always made sure of certain things when others were running Creative. For some reason he allows Jerry to run the promotion as he sees fit. I've made the company more money than anyone over the past twenty years, and I shouldn't be treated as an afterthought. I literally gave my knee for that company and went through 14 months of rehab after reconstructive surgery. Jerry not respecting my sacrifice was rather insulting.

DeAndre Allison

Do you think Jerry is the correct person to lead SWF in the future? Is...

Eric Eisen

[interrupting] I won't speak directly about that on the record, but I will say recent events should give a clue as to how I feel about the job he is doing.

DeAndre Allison

Okay, what does your dad think about the situation?

Eric Eisen

[silence for several moments] Yeah...I won't talk about that on the record either. You will have to ask him...

DeAndre Allison

Have you spoken to him about this and your feelings?

Eric Eisen

Absolutely.

DeAndre Allison

Since the new creative team came into stability around January of last year...

Eric Eisen

[Laughs] They were right, you do know everything.

DeAndre Allison

[Laughs] I try to have accurate information. But, since that time the product has received great reviews and your work with the Power Structure has received a lot of praise. What specifically were you upset about?

Eric Eisen

I was traveling the road doing House Shows, yet Jerry didn't ever think it to be a good idea to put me in the main event scene for more than a month at a time. My last two runs with the newly named North American Heavyweight Championship were literal transitions to guys he wanted to push - I shouldn't ever be a champion for less than a week, let alone twice. Those were issues among others that I won't talk about on the record. I will say that I was making that company (SWF) a lot of money and they will miss not having me featured on the product.

DeAndre Allison

What's next for you? Are you going to spend more time with your son Eason? Are you retiring? Opening your own promotion?

Eric Eisen

[brief pause] I have some ideas that we can speak about off the record. I'm definitely not done, not even close.

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February 5, 2018

Manipulation & Did That Just Happen?

It's Thursday night Wk2 of August 2017. Marquez has just arrived at Jerry's extra house in Connecticut. Not long after arriving from the airport after being in Minneapolis, Minnesota from early Sunday to earlier today. He sits shirtless on his bed with a cell phone to his ear.

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Has all that really gone down this week?

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Marquez immediately crashed when he got to his hotel on Sunday morning and didn't wake up until the night. He spoke to Enforcer Roberts and Elizabeth Kochell concerning his segments for Supreme TV. Other than that he ate got in some cardio for heading back to sleep.

On Monday he woke up early and went directly to the Arrowhead Coliseum, where he ran into the Pearce sisters who were already backstage and finished a yoga session with Krissy Angelle. Once the brand split ended it was the first time the two had the opportunity to travel together.

It was the first time Antonio had seen Krissy without Rudy in weeks. The three made their way over to him and they had a long conversation about work, Kristen's travels (which took her to Mexico for a few months), and more about Marquez and how he came to fame. While Antonio isn't egotistical he doesn't mind speaking to colleagues about his story, family, or how he rose to fame in Lucha Libre and then around the world. Kristen was grateful to Marquez and said that him coming to SWF will probably lead to her getting a sizeable raise.

Marquez did say that she didn't need to thank him, but he's definitely glad to help out when he can.

***

As Elite was within an hour from beginning Jerry was walking around backstage seemingly distracted by something. Drake Walker the head of Talent Relations was walking with him - the two were clearly discussing something of importance. Marquez was speaking to The GGP and Robert Reginald Preston about some of their transitions in the ring when he noticed the two walking by.

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Sam Keith was playing in on-air Talent Relations role well, despite his extremely busy schedule. The show was led off by Dakota Williams and Clay Clinton speaking about the attack last week with Clay being passionate about his parents being proud of going to work and earning their pay. He wasn't going to let them down because his back hurt. This followed SWF Total Access footage with Dakota helping Clay down the ramp to the desk at ring side. All helped get the Billion Dollar Club over even further.

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Marquez watched this with the rest of the Billion Dollar Club members, evidently, Elizabeth Kochell was behind the look of these meeting segments and Walter Yeates with the Press Room segments. Antonio told the other members he liked the feel of these pieces.

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Marquez had already prepared himself for the press conference on Supreme TV tomorrow, the cameras would be shooting the entire time with the additional footage going on SWF TV. The group was dressed for their upcoming segment and Joe Money for his main event match against Edd Stone and Justin Sensitive for his King Of The Sky match.

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The segment went well with Ripped said to be standing outside guarding the door with everyone else inside the locker. Stacks got himself over as this new money type heel with saying he already signed the divorce papers and will keep 'Jessica' in court for years.

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It's no secret backstage that Justin Sensitive lacks in some areas in the ring, but his charisma and mic skills make him a valuable part of the show. His backstage personality lights up the locker room as he is one of the nicest and caring individuals in the entire business. He and Goldenlocks (Hugh de Aske) were able to have a good match which Johansen played a key roll in.

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After the show, Joe Money wasn't pleased with his performance and was starting to think age has taken its toll on him in the ring. He was cheered up by Breston who said he'd get him drinks tonight.

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Several hours after the show, Jerry and Drake were spotted at the "Blaze, Smoke, & Fire" bar in downtown Minneapolis where a large percentage of the locker room was getting together to drink tonight and tomorrow. They were going over some things off in the corner, they went through several drinks without cheering up. Marquez enjoyed his night and had a nice conversation with Squeeky McClean who knows the business in and out.

***

Marquez woke up around noon on Tuesday and went to get treatment on his shoulder through the trainer who put him through a thirty-minute training regimen. Afterwards, he called Jennifer and they spoke for about half an hour as she was on her way to the Guerreros Del Anillo SOTBPW B-Show. She had a busy week as she was to appear on a local indy show on Wednesday that had ties to SOTBPW before having to attend the Lucha Libre, SOTBPW Friday show.

***

Marquez grabbed lunch with Madman Dube (Ricky DeColt) who was slightly isolated backstage due to politics played last year by Nate Johnson - even Adrienne has a slight resentment towards Dube. This was the first time Antonio spent time speaking to them, but the two bonded over Italian food - which is Marquez's second favorite cuisine.

***

Marquez arrived at the arena four hours before Supreme TV was to begin. The Press Room was already prepped for him and the reporters were getting prepared. Marquez had a short conversation with Black Hat Bailey concerning the press conference, basically telling him that there still wasn't a script and that he was free to take whatever course he wanted.

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A lot went on backstage prior to the show, Marquez was shocked at how positive the atmosphere had become.

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Marquez was excited to hear that January Kyle was joining SWF, she created a name for herself in Mexico as a great talent. He didn't have the opportunity to speak to her backstage, but he made a mental note to catch up with her soon.

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Due to the nature of the press conference, Marquez didn't get to watch much of the show.

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Now, this is how to start a show, Marquez thought to himself after the previous SWF Total Access spots.

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Ripped was again waiting outside and guarding the door as the group drank champagne and were confident, especially regarding the Chaos Trios Tournament match at Welcome To The Jungle.

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At the "Blaze, Smoke, & Fire" bar after the show, Remo decided to use his wallet to manipulate more against Spencer Spade. This time Marquez stayed the entire night, just to witness the lengths Remo would go.

Remo would spend over $2,000 in drinks on Sophie Sweet, Reggie Rush, Reed Revolver (Marc DuBois), Scythe DeBones, Aziz Landor, Byme, Broken, Duane Fry, Joe Money, Margaret Roman, Jamie Sirota, Hailey Hellrider, Donte Natural, Benny Crane, Kurt Laramee, Dwayne Flair, Bobby Thomas, Darren Smith, Thorn, and Roxy Joplin at the bar while spreading his slanted version of what he thought about Spencer Spade. Emmy, Brett Biggins, Marshall Dillion, Tiffany Strange, and Matthew DeVille were also gathered taking in the drinks are stories.

Roxy Joplin took it so far to confront Spade and cause a minor incident, which led the two to have strong dislike between one another. Spade played it cool and left the bar at this point, knowing Remo had turned even more against him. Marquez had a few words with him before he Spade left. Remo again left with Emmy and a sense of accomplishment on his face. Marquez was bothered by this level of petty politics and spent the night watching the scene develop with Black Hat Bailey, Stacks Gilmore, Emma Chase, Frederick Garcia, Skull DeBones, Andrew Rawls, and Matty Faith across the bar.

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Marquez woke up early as he wanted to check out the Mall Of America with Krissy Angelle, Jessica Pearce, Kristen Pearce, Frederique Garcia, and Emma Chase. All of which were contractually excluded from House Shows or weren't need on the Wednesday show in Delaware.

As this was his first time in Minnesota, it was the first time Marquez had the opportunity to go to the Mall. The group dressed down as to not be recognized and spent the morning in the gigantic mall.

Marquez saw some news break as he checked out the wire after getting back to his hotel.

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Tasuku Iesada replaces Danger Kumasaka as PGHW Head Trainer. Kumasaka left at the end of July after his contract was up. Many insiders point to Kikkawa getting Iesada the position after his recent signing to PGHW, which seems to be logical with how close they are.

There were also some rumors being spread which Marquez completely brushed over. Instead, he got a small workout in at the gym inside the hotel, had lunch with the same group from the mall. Krissy was a little down that El Cortador (Rudy) was working the Wednesday and Friday House Shows this week and they were apart.

For dinner, the group went out and had Japanese before heading back to their hotel for the evening.

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Marquez woke up in the morning to several texts from those in the locker room and some members of the press asking about the news which was just made official.

Evidently the rumors yesterday were true....

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February 2, 2018

Supreme TV & LA Week

The Supreme Challenge week in Los Angeles continues on Tuesday with Supreme TV at the 16,000 capacity Greater LA Convention Center. Marquez woke up rather early considering he spent the previous night out with fellow Billion Dollar Club members. He took advantage of the hotel's open weight room which looked out on a beautiful LA waterfront. He got some running and lifting in. Now more than ever, it was important for him to keep the strength up in his shoulder and the rest of his body.

While the talk of steroids has always surrounded the two-hundred-thirty plus pound Luchador with good athleticism and seemingly endless amounts of stamina - Marquez has never ventured to those dangerous grounds. The veterans who helped him early in his career made sure he would hit the gym and the ring, knowing it would help him stand out in Mexico - which is known for a plethora of Luchadore's between 160 - 185 pounds.

They were correct and their aid helped lead Antonio to millions of dollars, a trophy case full of awards, and legions of fans around the world. As he was leaving the gym after his workout he checked his phone.

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This is a shot from set what do you think?

Adrienne decided to attach a picture of her walking around a pool with wet hair from an obvious scene from the movie. That would have been innocent enough if she were wearing more than a tiny bikini. She had quickly sent a follow-up text.

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I've been working out hard btw...

Marquez thought it would be best if he didn't text anything back right away, as Adrienne was making her flirtation obvious. Of course, Antonio was impressed...he just didn't need Adrienne to know that...yet.

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After arriving at the arena four hours before show time. He, Gilmore, and Money had a quick meeting with Black Hat Bailey concerning their Chaos Trios Tournament match that night. Again, the backstage atmosphere was so much better with the increased number of Agents and Locker Room Leaders together.

Marquez did receive some glares from Eric Eisen, which were largely ignored by Antonio who was in the middle of a conversation with Krissy Angelle, Rudy Vazquez, Louisa Angel, and Cassandra Clausen.

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The show began with Drake Richards being introduced as the new Color Commentator for Supreme TV, taking over for Emma after she joined the Billion Dollar Club. The short segment would be followed by a long in-ring to set up things leading into Welcome To The Jungle.

Women In Charge were cut off before they could go into what Billion Dollar Club did to Clay Clinton at the end of Elite, which Antonio liked.

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Emma was brilliant and refused to speak about Clinton and avoided answering questions about possible punishment from the SWF Executives. She did famously respond, "Billion Dollar Club does as it wants," when asked what the groups planned to accomplish in the SWF.

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Marquez watched the match after getting dressed for his segment and match later in the show. They didn't squash Trigg in the match, but it was definitely part of his punishment for being busted with weed...again. It also seemed as if Fry and Richards played off each other extremely well.

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This segment was pretty much just everyone sitting around the Billion Dollar Club locker room and talking about the match later and how it was unfair they weren't informed of who their opponents were.

***

Marquez saw this as art imitating real life. He had spoken to both Jessica and Tom about this aspect of the story and both were cool with it. Jessica was actually thrilled to team up with her sister for the Pearce & Pearce Firm that came together. Juzo and Yoshino had evidently been working for nearly a year in RIPW to help the Developmental talent there improve, they weren't asked to go to training sessions and definitely earned their way up into this storyline by being unselfish. The Emperors Of Roppongi also had a cool ring to it.

***

Dance Baby Dance, formerly known as Discotheque were making their debut after being in RIPW on Developmental deals for nearly a year. They and Robbie Retro were able to get the crowd behind them with various dances in their entrance. DBD's new gimmicks seemed to be centered around dance enthusiasts who were masters of all dance.

The group did like the limo entrance as it puts an exclamation point on the corporate feel of the stable.

While not a domination Antonio, Stacks, and Money were told to handle most of the match with Lords Of Dance getting in some entertaining hope spots. However, the match came to an end with Joe Money hitting the Money Roll and Marquez following up with his high altitude frog splash, Champagne Flight - moving Billion Dollar Club to the semi-finals which will be held at Welcome To The Jungle against the Pearce & Pearce Firm of Edd Stone and the Emperors Of Roppongi.

***

Marquez didn't go out after the show but did notice Jerry and Spencer Spade quickly headed off to the airport in deep conversation. Antonio had no real plans for the rest of the week and decided to stay in LA and receive multiple massages for his shoulder, relax around the hotel, and get some training in.

The week went by slow and Jennifer and he had several conversations. She was still relegated to small B-shows and the local shows mostly for SOTBPW. He finally did have a phone call with Adrienne which went quite well and incident free despite the tension between the two.

Not much went through the dirt sheets either. Wednesday saw the most interesting stories.

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Gilmore did mention he had been back on a Yoga, Meditation, and workout routine that he actually learned while in Japan and that it was helping his body a great deal.

The only other news was the retirements of The Great Hisato and Awesome Kiyaru. Hisato had been suffering a number of injuries and Kiyaru wanted to call it quits after a long career. Marquez had watched tapes of both early in his career in Mexico, impressed with how talented both were.

On Saturday Night he boarded on a late night plane on his way to Elite, where the Junior Heavyweight King Of The Sky Tournament was beginning.

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PR: Press Room

WICO: Women In Charge Office

BDCL: Billion Dollar Club Locker

January 30, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;">Here's The Podcast Entry</div>

I may do more of these if people like them or have questions that would take too long to go through in a Between Chapter Chat.

I go into the world up to this point and some background on characters.

January 29, 2018

Creative & Getting That Heat

<div style="text-align:center;">Chapter 3: Heat, Money, & Champagne</div>

Supporting Cast

Jerry Eisen: SWF Senior Vice President, Creative

Billion Dollar Club Members: Heat Magnets

Adrienne Hewitt: On-Screen Character, Actress

Jessie Pearce: On-Screen Character

Kristen Pearce: On-Screen Character

<div style="text-align:center;">SWF Creative Team Members</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Walter Yeates, Head Writer: Thirty-year-old mocha skinned hotshot who was the lead writer of the Supreme Brand during the brand split. He is responsible for pitching SWF Total Access and the Billion Dollar Club. Richard Eisen has made it clear he'll be gone if either fails. Jerry Eisen trusts his opinion and doesn't usually get in his way. He grew up a fan of Puroresu and Lucha Libre, his vision of presenting the journalism side of wrestling and treating it like a sport was influenced heavily by Japan and Mexico. He came on SWF's radar through a novel focused on wrestling and some of his other online work. He has been with the team since Jerry Eisen was promoted to Senior VP in September 2015.

Elizabeth Kochell, Assistant Head Writer: The twenty-six-year-old screen writer from Los Angeles was also brought into the SWF when Jerry Eisen was promoted in September 2015. She was the head writer of the Elite brand and has been pushing hard for a woman's division - which Richard Eisen wants no part of. Walter and Jerry agree with her, but nobody has been able to move Richard's opinion. She is strong in her opinions and doesn't mind speaking up. Is known to dye her hair exotic colors. Grew up a big fan of wrestling and is known to still watch AAA and QAW.

Angelo Jimenez, Writer: He is forty-five and former was on the CLLM creative team from March 1999 - June 2008 (prior to that he was a backstage hand at OLLIE). He began a podcast in Spanish after being fired, he moved to Texas in August 2012 and began working with several indie promotions and was given the book of several. He was hired by Jerry in January 2016. His influence has been important in helping the company to expand in Mexico and opening the Supreme Wrestling University in Mexico. He's often quiet in meetings. He will most be responsible for the three new B-shows. During the brand split, he aided Jerry and Walter with Supreme.

Gabriel Leon, Writer: He is fifty and was a booker and promoter for several large French promotions in his home country. Many familiar with the French scene say he is responsible for turning France into a wrestling hotbed. However, Leon is hard to get along with despite his booking brilliance. He was hired in November 2015 and moved from France to the states. He mainly works on the three new B-shows and ruffles the feathers of the rest of the team. During the brand split, he aided Jerry and Elizabeth with Elite.

Mason Boustani: Was also hired by Jerry Eisen upon his promotion in September 2015. During the brand split, he was responsible for the writing on the Uprising brand. He is forty-five and is the voice in the room against adult content. He was on the creative team of WWWE for five months before their closing in 2001. Since then he had a stint on the USPW creative team from June 2008 - March 2013 and has had columns on a number of wrestling journalism sites. He doesn't get along with Clay Clinton due to their differences in product tastes which led to several arguments. He is working the three B-shows with Angelo and Gabriel.

Sam Keith, Creative Consultant: Keith is in-charge of running the MAW developmental territory, Head Trainer at the Mid Atlantic Boot Camp, Agent for several other indie promotions, and plays an on-screen character for SWF. Starting August 2017 he became a Creative Consultant and will sometimes sit on creative meetings or send in notes when he isn't present.

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Prior to the party ending on Sunday night, Jerry gave a speech where he thanked Benny Benson, Jack Bruce, and myself. I wasn't really sure what to make of it, I wasn't that happy with my performance during the match.

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It came out later that Skull again helped out his protege on some things prior to the show. I guess it's good that he's keeping him focused since he's still in Jerry's doghouse a bit.

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Jennifer woke me up early as she had to get back to Mexico. The SWF rolled out the red carpet and escorted all the guests to the airport. I went along with her, Fuerza, Mexicano, and my sisters in the limo to the airport. It was nice to see them, even though the distance seemed to be weighing on her.

When arriving back at the hotel I looked to see what the dirt sheets were talking about.

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"...And bloggers from around the internet and podcast world. Our own Shondra Taylor took a job at Supreme Independent News and we wish her the best," Marquez said as he finished reading the entry, "Creative is serious about this move. I guess I will sit in on the meeting today," Marquez finishes.

His phone buzzes and it's a text message.

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<div style="text-align:center;">Check your account. Good work lord of Champagne.</div>

Marquez checks his account and is surprised to see an extra $30,000 had been deposited from SWF. He had heard about Jerry giving large bonuses, but wasn't expecting anything extra on top of what was in his contract.

***

An hour later, slightly before Marquez was going to head over to the LA Pyramid for the show he noticed a lot of chatter on his Chirper. Evidently, the Supreme Challenge bonuses had been leaked by the less than ethical Real Wrasslin Newz site. They are known for being the tabloids of the wrestling news.

Marquez decided to look to see if the numbers were even accurate.

<div style="text-align:center;">Supreme Challenge 37 Wrestler Payouts Leak (Non-Worker Bonuses Not Released)</div>

Antonio Maxi Marquez - $92,000

Remo - $87,000

Jack Bruce - $54,800

Mikey Lau - $34,765

Aaron Andrews - $26,400

Rogue - $25,365

Vincent Issac Peterson - $16,652.50

Drake Richards - $14,000

Randy Legend - $13,272

ZimTastic - $13,000

Giant Khoklov - $12,800

Paul Huntingdon - $12,000

Joe Money - $10,500

Stacks Gilmore - $10,500

Skull DeBones - $9,717

Huey Cannonball - $8,000

Benny Crane - $8,000

Greg Black - $8,000

Anakim - $7,000

Reptoid - $7,000

Jefferson Stardust - $6,500

Edd Stone - $6,500

Brett Biggins - $6,000

Spencer Spade - $6,000

Alex Ansell (American Machine) - $6,000

Des Davids - $6,000

Squeeky McClean - $5,800

Apex - $5,000

Valiant - $5,000

Big Smack Scott - $4,500

Kurt Laramee - $4,500

Robbie Retro - $4,500

El Mitico Jr - $4,000

Eagle Foot - $4,000

Bret Starr - $4,000

Eason Extravagance - $4,000

Broken - $3,500

Etano - $3,500

Ed Brody - $3,000

Lenny Brown - $3,000

Maximum Force - $3,000

Prince Prime - $3,000

Scythe DeBones - $3,000

Matthew DeVille - $3,000

Aziz Landor - $3,000

Byme - $3,000

Severn - $3,000

Robert Reginal Preston - $2,000

The GGP - $2,000

Ripped - $1,500

Johansen - $1,500

Breston Blonde - $1,500

Justin Sensitive - $1,500

Bully - $1,000

Chris Morisette - $1,000

James Prudence - $1,000

Macario Ekuma - $1,000

Eric Eisen - $1,000

Marshall Dillon - $1,000

Joseph Orton - $1,000

Reggie Rush - $1,000

The Best - $1,000

The Monster Haulani - $1,000

Kosaku Matsuki - $1,000

Jay Fonzarelli - $1,000

Galindo - $1,000

El Cortador - $1,000

Gregory Gauge - $1,000

Poundstone - $1,000

Harry Allen - $1,000

Madman Dube - $800

Frederick Garcia - $800

Reginald Rex - $800

Donte Natural - $800

Lincolon Skillz - $800

Diego Montoya - $800

Dalu - $800

John Greed - $800

Sammy Smoke - $800

Monty Tescarde - $800

High Flyin Foxx - $800

High Flyin James Hawaiian - $800

R-Maxx - $800

Silent T - $800

Roddy Ready - $800

Brendan Dream - $800

Flying Glory - $800

Richie Santana Jr - $800

Turner Trigg - $800

Dave White - $800

While not every bonus was released the leak we received did contain information stating SWF spent $409,200 on total bonuses that were not contractually based.

"..Well..They got my number correct. Why do sites like this even exist," Marquez says before he tosses his phone aside on the hotel bed.

***

Marquez is sitting surrounded by the vaunted SWF Creative Team. Jerry Eisen and Walter Yeates sit at the heads of the table. On either side sit he, Elizabeth Kochell, Angelo Jimenez, Gabriel Leon, Mason Boustani, and Sam Keith. Jerry is currently going through some information.

<div style="text-align:center;">Jerry Eisen</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">I gave Bruce a month off, he took the change in advertising direction fairly well. He's probably not the best face for the digital audience and SWF Total Access..He did tell me that he was going to mostly be in Hawaii and keep working at the University during his off time.</div>

Walter Yeates interjects.

<div style="text-align:center;">Walter Yeates

About that, don't we have two new graduates from there? </div>

Jerry taps the desk.

<div style="text-align:center;">Jerry Eisen

Ah yes, correct. Let's take a look at them really quick.</div>

Jerry makes a few clicks on the laptop in front of him projecting the two rookies information on the projector. The group turns and looks at them.

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<div style="text-align:center;">Jerry Eisen

They're both reporting to RIPW tonight...Don't worry about Foster, they're going to clean up his look.

Angelo Jimenez

What about the kid from the University in Mexico.</div>

Jerry taps the desk again and makes a few clicks, changing the presentation on the projector.

<div style="text-align:center;">Jerry Eisen

This is why you guys make the big bucks. [Towards the projection] White Panther gave him the name, El Gato Cosmico. He's reporting to CSWF to work there. He could be something in a few years.</div>

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The group talks for several moments before Elizabeth directs something towards Marquez.

<div style="text-align:center;">Elizabeth Kochell

You know by all my projections you are top draw right? The heat you and the Billion Dollar Club last night was unreal. The internet hasn't stopped buzzing.</div>

Elizabeth makes a few clicks on her laptop which projects data on the screen they are all focusing on.

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Mason speaks up in a frustrated tone at the mention of Billion Dollar Club.

<div style="text-align:center;">Mason Boustani</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">It's all too much, especially what's planned tonight. What about the kids who are fans?</div>

Walter and Elizabeth collectively roll their eyes. Angelo sighs and leans back, Jerry puts his hand on his chin with an "Oh this again" expression on his face.

<div style="text-align:center;">Gabriel Leon</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Hear him out...

Walter Yeates

[To Gabriel] We've heard it. [To Mason] We're not in Mexico or Japan, Angelo keeps tabs on what products are trending in both, Risque is down in both regions - but not here. SWF isn't for kids, this has been well established. The approach you want is why USPW won't hold up and why WWWE failed.</div>

Jerry looks like he's enjoying this, as he's heard this before. His eyes bounce back between Walter and Mason.

<div style="text-align:center;">Mason Boustani

Why does everyone always bring up the WWWE when this comes up...</div>

Elizabeth interjects.

<div style="text-align:center;">Elizabeth Kochell</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Cause it failed...</div>

Mason rolls his eyes.

<div style="text-align:center;">Mason Boustani

It got bigger than where we are, something was going on. I'm just saying we should consider it. [To Marquez] You have to agree, right?</div>

Jerry moves his eyes over to Marquez, a slight smirk on his face.

<div style="text-align:center;">Antonio Marquez

I helped add some thoughts to the concept. We're not going too far, and there's no doubt that we've captured the attention of the world.</div>

Mason throws his hands up in defeat.

<div style="text-align:center;">Jerry Eisen

Antonio is right, I haven't seen that kind of heat in a long time. Almost got to Professor Nero levels...Also, we all saw the Pay Per View numbers. [Points to Marquez] This man is a draw and with everyone in that group they are going to make this company grow beyond our expectations.

Walter Yeates

With the aid of Total Access...</div>

Jerry, Elizabeth, and Antonio laugh with Walter who wants credit.

<div style="text-align:center;">Jerry Eisen

As long as dad doesn't get in the way of that too.</div>

Sam Keith speaks up after intently listening for a bit.

<div style="text-align:center;">Sam Keith</div>

Yeah, I know how that goes [Laughter in the room]. In all seriousness, everything is heading in a good direction. I love Women In Charge group, I'll be able to easily be their foil. Those women do great work and can get over.

The group continues in the discussion for around twenty more minutes going into booking detail concerning the King Of The Sky tournament, upcoming shows, and events.

***

After the meeting Marquez walks into the locker room, Gilmore still seemed a bit upset about the Heel turn, yet his bonus made the blow a bit easier. The atmosphere was much better than during the brand split, with so many Agents around they were able to stabilize the environment.

Marquez got together with The GGP, Robert Reginald Preston, Andrea Alexis Winters, Lisa Marie Gorgeous, Emma Chase, Stacks Gilmore, Justin Sensitive, Breston Blonde, and Joe Money. They spoke about further ideas for Billion Dollar Club while the rookies Ripped and Johansen were off being rookies somewhere.

"This is going to be far better than anything the Chase Agency did," Emma said during the conversation, being pleased that Jerry Eisen is letting them push the envelope as they see fit.

Frederick Garcia came over and playfully joked with his girlfriend during the discussion, "Why can't I join," he asked. Emma replied with a laugh, "You're a Face..we'll probably beat you up soon."

***

Several hours before the show, the drug testing results from last night came in. Jerry had enough and decided to relax on the weed fanatics and just gave Turner Trigg a slap on the wrist. Oddly enough Trigg came back out of a meeting with Jerry and joked, "I think I have to wrestle Remo on Supreme tomorrow..."

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The dirt sheets also got wind of Black's injury. However, he was in much better spirits backstage and was glad Jerry didn't take him up on the release request.

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***

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Marquez was impressed with how well those three could work a crowd. The announcement of the eight team Chaos Trios Championship was something they went over in creative and he hoped, "Ah, reminds me of Mexico." They also put over Bruce as being 'hurt' and not on vacation after the beating he took from BDC. They also told the crowd that the eight-person King Of The Sky Tournament would begin next week on Elite with the finals at Summer In Mexico City where the finals of the Chaos Trios Belts will be also.

They also got a roar from the crowd as they announced Supreme TV would be moving to three hours starting tomorrow and with a new broadcast team since Emma decided to lead BDC.

They also went into Marquez and Stack Gilmore. They spoke about their disappointment in Gilmore and that they had no idea how Marquez and this group were getting approval for their actions and would go to the board. Krissy dropped the, "And Krissy Says That's Signed And Sealed With A Kiss" which got a roar from the crowd. Prior she mentioned there were not current announcements regarding contenders for the SWF World Heavyweight Championship.

Finally, they congratulated Mikey Lau and said he'd have a press conference later tonight and put over that it would be shown fully on SWF Total Access.

***

Several members of Billion Dollar Club were preparing for their first segment of the show. Wealth & Success, Daughters Of Fortune, & Billion Dollar Detail were not included in this piece. Offices are only so big...

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Krissy told Marquez there was no way he was getting a title shot after what the group did to Bruce and Jessie, who has a slight concussion. She also mentioned Remo asked for a meeting through Keith and she'll tell him that no decision on contenders has been made. Angel jumped in and said that every member of the group was being kept out of the 40 person Jungle Royale at Welcome To The Jungle and being fined $30,000 for the attack which caused the Billion Dollar Club members to laugh, "Want me to write a check now," Marquez expertly threw back at her. Krissy did say that Marquez, Gilmore, and Money would be in the Chaos Trios tournament which is starting tomorrow on Supreme, yet she wouldn't tell them their opponents. Marquez smirked and said, "Alright, that's fine."

The segment ended with Joe Money flipping through bills in several envelops he had with him. He put them on Angel's desk, "This covers half of our fine, it's my pocket change," before leaving the executive offices while laughing.

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Marquez missed the segment, but evidently, John Greed says he deserves an SWF World Heavyweight title shot for having been Uprising Champion up until the last day of the belt. The Heel Sam Keith (Head Of Talent Relations) said he'll see what he can do for him tomorrow.

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There was a talk at the meeting about Ronald Rage (The Brigadier) moving to an Agent role at least until the end of his contract. Thorn blamed him for turning on Chris Morrisette. Dube was going solo to show off his complex character and get a push higher up the card, while House Of Thorn gained Poundstone in their ranks. Thorn ended the segment by looking at Broken, Etano, and Poundstone and saying, "This team will take the Chaos Trios Championship."

***

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Marquez was impressed how Lau and Roman work together. The Sirota line, "Are You Really Sure You're That Great," seemed to catch on. Rogue in the back laughing near the end was also a nice touch. While he wasn't told in the meeting what the main event of Welcome To The Jungle would be, but they were clearly building to something interesting with the show only three weeks away.

***

The Billion Dollar Club en masse came out from the back with Emma explaining to the angry crowd that they were taking over the wrestling industry and that the investors wanted to make sure Marquez could defeat Bruce before they committed. She even said now that they were all on board that the Daughters Of Fortune would soon take some time away from traveling in order to handle the finances of the group.

Marquez also drew heat by beginning by saying, "You may call me...Champagne Delight," along with bragging with how 'easily' he defeated Bruce. He also hinted that the General Manager Krissy Angelle would soon regret not giving him a title shot. Which led to Ripped and Johansen putting down the briefcases they came out with, exiting the ring with Emma and going over to the announce desk....

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Ripped and Johanson grabbed Clay Clinton as even the Heel Dakota Williams started to protest and tried pulling the hands of Ripped and Johansen off of Clay.

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Leave him alone! He's not a wrestler!</div>

Emma immediately walked up to Dakota and drew tremendous heat.

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Sit your ass down bitch! You will be next unless you learn your place...Don't you dare look at me! Sit down! Sit down! Good girl...Let's never have this discussion again...Waste of skin...</div>

The crowd threw all kinds of heat at Emma while Clay was being rolled into the ring by the Billion Dollar Detail. Dakota was mostly silent but did say.

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[Tearing Up] I may cheer for different wrestlers than Clay...I may make fun of him...but this isn't okay....He's not a wrestler...Please don't hurt him...

Once Clay was in the ring, Emma was helped back into the ring by the Billion Dollar Detail. Marquez handed the microphone over to Stacks Gilmore which drew extreme heat after what he did to Jessie. Breston and Justin pushed Clay into the center of the ring and Stacks walked up to him.

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So Clay, I was told that you had a lot to say last night. Am I correct? Is there anything you'd like to say to me right now amongst friends?</div>

Gilmore leans the microphone towards Clay as anticipation builds in the crowd.

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You damn right there is...You're a craven son of a bitch...no MAN would ever do what you did to Jessie last night..and by GOD...</div>

Stacks pulls the microphone away and brushes Clay's index finger off from the chest of his money suit. The crowd exploded and began chanting, "Clay" as all the members of the Billion Dollar Club beside the Billion Dollar Detail begin laughing.

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You sure that's what you want to go with right now? Last chance Clay. </div>

Stacks puts the microphone back in front of Clay's face.

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<div style="text-align:center;">I wish your mother would have spit you out you no good piece of sh....</div>

The crowd roars with cheers again as Stacks again follows by pulling the microphone away from Clay's mouth. He seems bothered as the face of Joe Money says, "Really?" Marquez who is wearing fancy sunglasses just shakes his head. Wealth & Success both straighten their collars as Gilmore rubs a hand over his bald head, looking slightly agitated.

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[Full Tears] NOOOO!!! WHY?!!?!</div>

Yep, Stacks grabbed and hit Clay with his Limo Ride, Front Russian Legsweep. The crowd again begins to throw thrash as the loved Announcer is down face first. Marquez sighs into the microphone before handing it to Emma. He directs Ripped and Johansen to set him up as Stacks and Money implore him to go to the top rope.

The Billion Dollar Detail guards extend Clay's arms and legs and hold them as he is face down on the mat as the crowd just lays into the Billion Dollar Club. As Marquez reaches the top turnbuckle he looks directly into the camera, with his sunglasses still on.

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This is all on you Madame GM...</div>

Marquez then turns to the ring and flies high in the air and nails Clay in the center of his back with the Champagne Flight high altitude Frog Splash while in his formal vest attire. His sunglasses stay on as he immediately pops up and sucks in the heat. Money and Stacks direct Ripped and Johansen to get the briefcases. This time the two veterans point at Robert Reginald Preston and The GGP and telling them they get to do the honors.

The crowd explodes into even further jeers as Wealth & Success cover Clay Clinton with the Billion Dollar Offering, a plethora of bills fall from the suitcases and cover the Announcers lifeless body. Dakota is heard balling into her headset as Clinton doesn't move.

The group immediately assumes the same position they did last night and Emma hands, Marquez, the microphone again.

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<div style="text-align:center;">Bow your heads everyone...</div>

The crowd is booing with extreme vigor.

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<div style="text-align:center;">Dear Money Gods, please bless the middle and working class with riches that they will then trickle up to us because they are stupid and undeserving.... Please accept our cash offering!</div>

The members of the Billion Dollar Club raise their hands in the money symbol, rubbing their fingers together, besides the two Billon Dollar Detail guards who look out to the angry crowd! After the symbol the Daughters Of Fortune, Winters and Gorgeous sit on the back of Clay Clinton who was covered in money and pose seductively. Breston Blonde and Justin Sensitive pretend to snap their pictures as the crowd rages.

Marquez again flicks the microphone in the air as the group begins to file out of the ring, having to again dodge garbage from an angry crowd. Dakota can be heard flinging down her headset as they leave. She rushes into the ring and begins throwing the money off of Clay and she screams out.

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<div style="text-align:center;">Turn off the cameras! Someone help! Someone help!</div>

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The show ends with the Heel Dakota Williams crying and cradling the motionless Clay Clinton as the medical team and Agents begin running from the back.

After the show, SWF.com immediately released the following statement:

<div style="text-align:center;">Due to the nature of the attack on Clay Clinton we have decided to not upload any of the footage to SWF Total Access.</div>

Thirty minutes later Andy Scoops Editor of Supreme SWF Scoops posted the following on SupremeSWFScoops.com with the mentioned video:

<div style="text-align:center;">We at Supreme SWF Scoops were able to obtain the footage of Clay Clinton being loaded into an ambulance with a distraught Dakota Williams. Watch at your own risk.</div>

***

After the show, Marquez went out for drinks in the bustling downtown LA scene with members of the Billion Dollar Club, who were booed. Jerry had a security detail dressed like the Billion Dollar Detail lead them towards the club and stand outside until they were done. Jerry figured it wouldn't hurt to give local indie workers a payday to roleplay for a few hours.

Inside the club, the group was again surprised with the heat they received to close out the show. The young Robert Reginald Preston said, "We've got something special," after a few drinks. The rest of the group definitely agreed. Gilmore was starting to come around and realized that they started off extremely well.

January 28, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;">Between Chapter Chat</div>

First off (let me say I'm drunk of sh...ah Childish Gambino),

But really, I wanted to thank everyone for reading and the feedback thus far. I really didn't expect it to be popular, but I'm glad the story has been well received.

A few notes on some things from this chapter. I'm actually playing the game as I write the dynasty (I'm still sitting on August wk 1 Monday 2017 the day after Supreme Challenge). So, when I did the entry of Adrienne at Marquez at dinner then Remo came in the lobby upset about Spade...I had no idea he was about to turn his tag team partner (when Spade was promoted I put him in the Velocity tag team with Brett Biggins as an individual unit and gave Biggins a Veteran type gimmick and the "Classic Brett" nickname thrown onto him by Spade), his long-time manager Emmy, and four or five others against Spade.

Yeah, I wasn't happy with Remo. That's only the second time that's happened. Nate Johnson pulled that with Madman Dube (Ricky DeColt) after I brought him in to team with Bobby Thomas.

<div style="text-align:center;">Background, Teasers In Chapter 2:</div>

Here is the entry in question with some other hints I put in.

Did you catch that Bruce The Giant is a trainer (1st time mentioned) in the "Relaxing After The Show, Are They..." entry. Is in RIPW. The same entry about Remo and Spade and not knowing ahead of time. Also, the episode where Billion Dollar Club was hinted at.(<a href="http://www.greydogsoftware.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2269785&postcount=13" rel="external nofollow">http://www.greydogsoftware.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2269785&postcount=13</a>)

(<a href="http://www.greydogsoftware.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2269709&postcount=12" rel="external nofollow">http://www.greydogsoftware.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2269709&postcount=12</a>) In the "Is That An In-Ring I See?" It was Emma Chase on the phone with Marquez, they were instructed by SWF Creative to not speak in person, but had been passing off ideas on the Billion Dollar Club. Only Emma, Gilmore, and Marquez knew prior to SC, the other members found out when they were told to file into limos with specific attire an hour prior to the pre-show.

Also, early on I left in the notices about Billion Dollar Club Takeover during the first couple of appearances for Marquez. I was hoping someone would notice and start asking questions.

Also, concerning the Billion Dollar Club. I had the idea for them forming in February 2017 game time when Gilmore pinned the at the time Crippler in a 3 Way for Bruce's SWF World Heavyweight Championship at Nothing To Lose. Gilmore dropped it the next month to Remo at Awesome Impact (A side angle since I began in January 2016 game time was that Gilmore could never beat Remo).

The idea was for Bruce and Gilmore to have a build-up to Supreme Challenge and then Billion Dollar Club would form and beat down Bruce. Well, that changed once Marquez signed in late April and it was mentioned in a conversation between Marquez and Gilmore in the story, "Sorry about getting your Supreme Challenge match moved." Instead they had their match at Times Of Trouble and Bruce went over instead of losing. I wanted him to be strong going into Supreme Challenge where Marquez beat him.

When Marquez was signed that's when I had the idea of bringing Chase back from behind the booth and be the mastermind behind it. Wealth & Success have been managed by on-screen girlfriends Andrea Alexis Winters and Lisa Marie Gorgeous (Daughters Of Fortune) and were doing Away From Arena pieces for several months at Elite, hinting on big plans while at fancy parties around the world.

As mentioned on Supreme Challenge Gorgeous and Winters parents are wealthy and helped finance Billion Dollar Inc, and there will be more on that later in the story.

After the next entry, I will do a short podcast-esq entry that will be unlisted on YouTube for members of the board and I'll talk about the overall universe and other things going on.

Lastly here is the comparison of Supreme Challenge 36 and 37.

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January 27, 2018

The Supreme Challenge, Main Event & That Night

As the new members of the Billion Dollar Club exited the limos in the back they all seemed a bit happy, besides Tom Gilmore who seemingly was having second thoughts about the group and Heel turn - yet, not even he could deny how much heat they drew.

Emma was met by her boyfriend Frederick Garcia, the two have been dating since around March of last year. 'Ripped' Forrest Ratzloff and 'Johansen' Nick Booth were pumped that their debut in SWF came in grand fashion.

Santana caught up with Marquez, "That match was almost as good as mine with Lothario at Wrestle Aid '88," he said jokingly, at least Marquez thought he was joking. "I've never seen anything draw so much heat," the new Joe Money said to Marquez.

"This is just the beginning. We should get some drinks tonight," Emma said to the group while hugging her boyfriend, "Beside you two, of course." She jokingly says in the direction of Haley and Lisa who both are pregnant.

The group returns to the locker room to a group of applause as the next segment had just begun.

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Despite being an egotistical heel - on camera and in the locker room - Dakota Williams was putting the Billion Dollar Club's actions over as being, "Going too far," while Jack Bruce and Jessie Pearce were being helped out of the arena to make way for the main event.

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Lau hadn't used the Dragon Slayer in two months leading to Supreme Challenge, Remo submitting to it was a big deal - despite rumblings around Remo making sure he was protected to put Lau over - using his Creative Control to ensure that's how it happened.

A great exchange was he and Margaret Roman exchanging trash talk during the match and she not showing fear. The crowd was still buzzing from the Billon Dollar Club segments, which may have hurt the feel of the match.

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The PPV and TV broadcast came to an end with Faces flooding the ring, Marquez applauded the effort from Lau. He had been made aware once he was signed that Lau would take the title tonight, putting a wrap on his eighteen-month story of getting to this point and the addition of Roman as his trainer.

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The post-show celebration was recorded for SWF Total Access, the locker room gathered around the go position to watch Lau celebrate the victory with the crowd amped by his achievement. Remo despite his manipulative nature was quite humble and said, "He deserves it," once he got to the back.

***

After the show, Marquez had a small cry with his sisters Olivia and Mariana who reminded him how proud their mother would have been, prior to thanking him for all that he did for them growing up. Jennifer, Fuerza, and Mexicano managed to hold tears back - Marquez wasn't sure about Mexicano who did adjust his mask several times.

Marquez did see Art Reed in the back, Reed is currently running Fire Kingdom Pro Wrestling - the SWF Developmental Territory in Japan. He, Benny, and Tiffany were checking on Greg Black who seemed to be struggling with some leg pain.

***

Despite everyone needing to be ready for Elite tomorrow, seemingly the entire roster and their guests went out to party. Jerry Eisen rented out a luxurious Los Angeles club so the group could celebrate the show without worrying about the wrestling media getting involved.

Even with SOTBPW and TCW having PPVs tonight, there wasn't much buzz about anything outside of Supreme Challenge. As the Billion Dollar Club members enjoyed glasses of champagne, Jennifer on more than one occasion let Marquez know what was going to happen once they got back to the hotel.

***

Several hours into the celebration Jerry came over to Marquez who broke away for a moment and was sitting at the bar chatting up the bartender about what those in the United States call soccer.

"All of creative is having a meeting tomorrow around one in the afternoon. You should come and sit in," Jerry says towards Marquez, "That wasn't a part of the Creative Control in my contract," Marquez responds slightly confused at the suggestion.

"Oh yeah, it's not about that. I want to hear your thoughts on some things. It will be good for everyone to see you, especially after that match tonight," Jerry replies in an upbeat fashion, "Eh, I was slightly off and my shoulder slowed me down a bit," Marquez says critical over his own performance.

"After the heat you got, only the pure wrestling dirt sheets will have any criticism about the match. Trust me, you're good," Jerry replies patting him on the back.

As Jerry walks off Marquez shrugs his shoulders before taking a sip of his Corona.

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January 27, 2018

Antonio Maxi Marquez vs. Jack Bruce: The Post Match

<div style="text-align:center;">Broadcast View

Marquez grabs his head as he crawls to the edge of the ring, motioning to Jasmine for the microphone</div>

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Marquez is demanding a microphone! He wants to bask in this victory!

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I hate to say this, but I can't blame him! Jack Bruce broke out new offense and it still wasn't enough to keep him down!

<div style="text-align:center;">Jasmine hands her microphone to Champagne Delight who begins laughing a bit as he crawls over and leans up against the bottom two turnbuckles!</div>

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It's time...</div>

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Time for?

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez points out to the entryway, special security detail surrounding the limos begin to stir and the crowd doesn't know what to make of it. The doors on both vehicles on either side of the entryway begin to open and individuals begin to file out in-between the security detail!</div>

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What is going on here?!

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Tom Gilmore!?

<div style="text-align:center;">Tom Gilmore, Joe Sexy, Gregory Griffin Parker, Robert Reginald Peterson, Andrea Alexis Winters, Lisa Marie Gorgeous, Justin Sensitive, Breston Blonde, and two large security guards file out from the vehicles, the crowd still doesn't know what to think! Each of the guards has a black suitcase in his right hand!</div>

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I don't know what's going on but, they are all dressed like they're going to a five-star restaurant!

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I'm right up there with you, I don't know what's happening!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez pulls himself to his feet as Bruce is still out in the middle of the ring, Antonio has a huge smile on his face as the group slowly walks to the ring. Marquez music has stopped as 48,000 fans are unsure of how to react!</div>

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Maybe we'll finally learn why those limos have been there all night, but why is Tom Gilmore with them?! Where's Jessie?!

<div style="text-align:center;">The two large security guards hold open the ropes as the group begins filing into the ring. After they're all in Marquez pulls the microphone back up to his face!

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This day will go down in history! We are the Billion Dollar Club, a subsidiary of Billion Dollar Inc...But we're forgetting who brought us all together!

Champagne Delight abruptly turns and points towards the announce desk drawing a gasp from the crowd!

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Ms. Chase, it's time to take over the world!</div>

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What?!

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Emma...

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Did you think I'd just call the action forever...

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd is in shock as Emma stands up from between Clay and Duane!

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What's going on here...

<div style="text-align:center;">Emma begins a confident march to the ring Breston Blonde and Justin Sensitive step to the floor and lifts her up to the apron where the two big guards hold the ropes open for her to step in. Marquez bows towards her and hands her the microphone as everyone reenters. Bruce has begun to stir! Emma points and glares at Bruce!

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It's time to end him for good!

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Take him out!

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No!

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd begins to boo as Sexy, The GGP, Robert Reginald Preston, Justin Sensitive, and Breston Blonde begin stomping away at the chest and abdomen of Jack Bruce who covers up to try and protect himself from the barrage of kicks and stomps!</div>

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This is vicious?!? What is Emma taking part in this! Bruce just went through a war!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez yells, "Ripped...Johansen...pick him up! The two security guards pull him up! Gregory Griffin Parker 1/2 of Wealth & Success with Robert Reginald Preston eagerly steps forward, he sets Bruce up and nails him with A Touch Of Luxury, Heart Punch! The Crowd continues to boo as the two large guards pull him up again!

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Joe Money, time! Let's see the Money Roll!

'Joe Money' sets Bruce up and hits the Money Roll, the former One Night Stand, Standing Swinging Neckbreaker to the near limp Bruce putting the crowd into a frenzy!</div>

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This is just wrong! I know I never agreed with Emma, but I never expected this from her! Not even the Chase Agency went to these lengths!

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This is vile!

<div style="text-align:center;">As the Billionaire Playboy jirates the boos continue and Marquez laughs in the corner. Money, Blonde, Sensitive, GGP, and Reginald set the limp Bruce up in the center of the ring. They point to Preston as Chase, Winters, and Gorgeous all applaud and laugh in one of the corners. Gilmore just watches.</div>

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What now!? Haven't they done enough already!?

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This is sick! Disgusting! Someone stop this!

<div style="text-align:center;">Preston calmly hangs his suit jacket on the ropes and unbuttons and rolls up the sleeve on his right arm. The crowd is throwing all kinds of heat towards the newly formed Billion Dollar Club! Preston swings his arms, bounces off the ropes, skips over Bruce, rebounds back, kicks his leg out, pauses... </div>

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Billionaire Elbow!

Crowd:BOOOO!</div>

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Preston snaps his elbow down to the chest of Bruce! This is a mugging! Why is Tom Gilmore just standing there watching! Jack Bruce is his friend!

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Does not anyone in the locker room have a backbone! This is wrong! Someone stop this!

<div style="text-align:center;">Jessie Gilmore comes sprinting from the back wearing a white shirt and blue jeans. She slides into the ring and covers up Jack Bruce, she looks at her husband as the crowd cheers her bravery!</div>

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Jessie Gilmore is the only one brave enough to try and put an end to this!?

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I don't have a good feeling about this!

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Oh hey, Jess! I hope all is well!

Jessie ignores Emma on the mic and screams, "What are you doing," at Tom. Tom asks everyone to back away as he adjusts his money suit, the crowd is tense as he helps a confused Jessie up to her feet.</div>

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Maybe...just maybe...Jessie has brought an end to this..

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No!! Dammit! No!

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd goes into a frenzy and some trash is thrown into the ring after Tom Gilmore hit Jessie with the Limo Ride, his perfected Front Russian Legsweep formerly known as Anger Management! Gilmore stands up as if nothing happened and adjusts his collar, completing a Heel turn! Emma walks over and kneels down to the unconscious Jessie who is on her stomach!

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Hey sweetie, I'm proud to introduce you to the new Stacks Gilmore and his Limo Ride...</div>

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As God as my witness, I've had enough! That is a mother! I'm getting in there!

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No, you're not! They'll kill you!

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd roars as Clinton slams his headset down, Fry slams his down to and does everything in his power to hold back the far bigger Clinton. We can hear, "Let me go dammit I'll take the beating," from a passionate Clinton. Justin Sensitive sees Clinton and mockingly sits on the ropes to hold them open for him, but give Fry credit, he does everything in his power to keep Clinton at bay.</div>

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This is what you useless morons will need to understand, we aren't like the frauds in the past who came through this company flashing money. We are backed by a billion dollar corporation. I brought together Wealth and Success...Daughters Of Fortune...Just Plain Beautiful...Joe Money...Stacks Gilmore...and "Champagne Delight" Antonio Maxi Marquez! With this group, our Billion Dollar Detail, and our Billion Dollar Inc investors there is no way anyone on this planet can stop us...Especially not these two!</div></div>

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd is in a frenzy, making it difficult to hear Emma! More garbage is thrown as Fry is still trying to keep Clay out of the ring. Emma walks over to Champagne Delight and puts her arms around him, she runs her index finger down his chest before giving him a short kiss. She hands the microphone to Marquez, he walks over and gives the limp Jack Bruce a stomp to his forehead drawing even more boos. He yells, "Get the briefcases to the guards as Preston and The GGP begin rolling an out Bruce on his stomach next to Jessie as more trash is thrown. Joe Money and Stacks Gilmore grab the briefcases and dump a lot of bills on their unconscious victims! The crowd is at a fever pitch!</div>

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Bow your heads everyone...</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Crowd: BOOOOO!</div>

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Dear Money Gods, please bless the middle and working class with riches that they will then trickle up to us, because they are stupid and undeserving.... Please accept our cash offering!</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">The members of the Billion Dollar Club raise their hands in the money symbol, rubbing their fingers together, besides the two Billon Dollar Detail guards who look out to the angry crowd! After the symbol the Daughters Of Fortune, Winters and Gorgeous sit on the backs of Bruce and Jessie who are covered in money and pose seductively. Breston Blonde and Justin Sensitive pretend to snap their pictures as the crowd rages.</div>

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Oh right...All of you may call me...Champagne Delight!!!</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez flips the microphone in the air as the crowd continues to show their hatred for the Billion Dollar Club, they begin to leave the ring. They dodge trash on the way up the ramp as they break into two groups and file into the limos which get pelted with garbage as they drive off to the back. Clinton finally puts his headset back on as Fry was able to keep him at bay.</div>

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That was the most disgusting, vile, disgraceful, pathetic, and hideous thing I have ever seen of all my years in this damn business! Billion Dollar Club are disgraceful cowards and don't deserve to be in this business!

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I'm at a loss for words, I've never witnessed something like this nor have I ever seen a crowd this angry!

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January 26, 2018

Champagne Rock, Legendary Dual: Antonio Maxi Marquez vs. Jack Bruce

<div style="text-align:center;">Broadcast View</div>

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What a night we have had thus far! We still don't know why those limos are here, but that's not important at this point!

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That's right Duane! This is one of the biggest matches I've been a part of and it's coming together after a month of hot anticipation!

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Tonight we're going to see the future of wrestling surpass the past! Jack Bruce is done!

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I don't know about that Emma, but this match has been dubbed 'Champagne Rock, Legendary Dual' and this is going to be a barn-stormer!

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*Sighs* You've said that five times tonight...

<div style="text-align:center;">*The SWF Tron begins showing an individual wearing expensive dress shoes walk down a red carpet. We can only see their shoes. The video is accompanied by all the lights in the Storm Rider Arena going out.</div>

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Here we go!

<div style="text-align:center;">*The video then later cuts into a lavish event, the camera pans up the back of the individual who has his right index finger in the air. A blonde female bartender dressed formally walks over. Some fans begin to boo, knowing by the white and gold hair strands that we are seeing "Champagne Delight" Antonio Maxi Marquez! He's not wearing his sunglasses, yet his back is to us.

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Champán, Señora

Crowd: BOOOO!

She nods her head before pulling a champagne bottle from underneath the counter, 'Champagne Delight' is on the label. The video then cuts to a close up of her pouring the champagne into a glass!

*Sounds of liquid being poured into a glass comes over the PA system*</div>

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We are moments away from "Champagne Delight" Antonio Maxi Marquez from wrestling his first ever match outside of Mexico and against one of the biggest stars of sports entertainment of the past twenty years!

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He may rub everyone in this company the wrong way, but his list of accomplishments is not up for dispute!

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He's the best in the world, whether the fans like it or not!

<div style="text-align:center;">As the pouring stops, we hear two glasses gently come together *TING* *TING* followed by a classy and confident female voice...

CHAMPAGNE...

DELIGHT....

As she speaks the words appear on the SWF Tron in white and gold graphics. Followed by confident laughter from Antonio Maxi Marquez.

Crowd: BOOOOOOOO!

Marquez's 007 spy esq instrumental begins to play as he steps into the arena with his back to the crowd. A spotlight on him as the rest of the arena is dark. Along with his attire he is wearing a long cape-esq leather jacket with, 'Champagne Delight' wrote in a horizontal stack with gold patterned lettering on the back with champagne glasses underneath...

He puts on his sunglasses without ever turning around...

BOOM! BOOM! BOOM! BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

Explosions go off along the rampway as Marquez turns to face the arena, again without ever showing his eyes. The lights in the arena come back on and the crowd is booing with all their hearts as Marquez strolls down the ramp, ignoring them. This is amazing he thinks to himself as his face remains emotionless. The cape/jacket is only connected by a clasp around the neck portion with a champagne glass neatly painted on it. The rest is open showing off Antonio's muscles.</div>

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This man knows how to make an entrance! He couldn't care less what these people think!

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In a few minutes, he's going to care a lot about what Jack Bruce has to say!

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<div style="text-align:center;">This match is scheduled for one fall, with no time limit....Introducing first...on his way to the ring...from Tijuana, Mexico...Weighing in at 236 pounds..."Champagne Delight" ANTONIO MAXI MARQUEZZZ!</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Crowd: Boooo!

Marquez makes his way up the steel steps and looks out to the crowd with his sunglasses on, soaking in their hatred. He wipes his feet on the apron before stepping into the ring. He immediately begins walking around rubbing the fingers of each hand together in the air!</div>

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This man is all about money and this crowd should be damn proud he's here tonight!

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He has done nothing but insults these great fans since he arrived in this company! The company that he decided to come to!

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I'll tell you what, I may not like him, but several companies would still be open today if they had a talent like this guy.

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<div style="text-align:center;">Crowd: BRUCE! BRUCE! BRUCE!

*Blistering Guitar Rift*

Crowd: YEAAAAAAAAA!</div>

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This man put the Supreme Wrestling Federation on his back when the company was at crossroads! To many of these people, he is the SWF!

<div style="text-align:center;">*Another Blistering Guitar Rift*

The crowd goes into a frantic as Z Shredz, the legendary guitarist from the band Blood Magic Kittens steps out from the back performing a guitar solo which goes along with Bruce's theme!</div>

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He's still alive?

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The legendary Z Shredz from Blood Magic Kittens!

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<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd erupts even further as Jack Bruce steps out from the back wearing his vintage attire and his now legendary purple leather jacket. Strapped across his shoulder is matching purple guitar and he is shredding his theme music along with Shredz and bringing joy to the crowd!</div>

When You Look Back...

Don't Forget The Time We Spent...

It All Goes By...

Like A New York Minute...

The crowd sings along with the chorus as Shredz and Bruce finish their frantic playing. Bruce takes the strap from around his neck and hands it to an assistant who comes from the back, of course, it's Lindsay. He gives Shrez a massive high five as he begins walking to the ring, Shredz claps before walking to the back. Bruce looks at the two limos and the guards surrounding them!</div>

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<div style="text-align:center;">His opponent...on his way to the ring...From New York City, New York...Weighing in at 238 pounds...JACKKKK BRUCCCEEEE!</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Crowd: Yeaaaaa!</div>

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This man needs no introduction, what hasn't he done during his career?!

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Defeat "Champagne Delight" Antonio Maxi Marquez!

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He's getting his chance to do that right now!

<div style="text-align:center;">Bruce walks up the ramp, making sure to slap hands on either side of the aisle. Instead of immediately heading up the steps he begins circling the ring and gives his love to fans at ringside as well! Marquez doesn't move, he's standing with his back against the turnbuckle, he doesn't even look in his direction.</div>

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I'm not sure if Marquez is playing mind games, but he hasn't once looked at Bruce since he entered the arena.

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Knowing Marquez that's exactly what he's doing.

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Sitting between you two is a headache, I've told you both he's the best in the world how many times?! He doesn't need to play mind games, he just can't be bothered with the hype!

<div style="text-align:center;">Bruce makes his way around the ring and finally walks up the steel steps. He climbs the turnbuckles diagonally across from Marquez and plays the air guitar to a loud crowd. He jumps down and looks across the ring at Marquez who hasn't moved an inch. As the camera is on him we see him say...

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You done?

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<div style="text-align:center;">You ready for my stage?</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Bruce's music stops and the crowd erupts again.</div>

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Just listen to this crowd!

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd is still on edge as Referee Darren Smith checks with both. Bruce takes his jacket off and hands it to a ringside assistant. Marquez unsnaps the buckle of his cape/jacket combo before sliding it off and handing it to a ringside assistant. The camera focuses on him as he slowly takes off his sunglasses for the first time on SWF programming.

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So, he does have eyes!

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You're such a dork...

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez hands his sunglasses to the assistant as well. Smith looks around...

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Let's do this!

*Smith asks for the bell*

DING! DING!

Crowd: YEAAAAA!</div>

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This atmosphere is amazing. Marquez has athletic tape on his right shoulder, he is dealing with shoulder tendonitis.

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He's not using that as an excuse!

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd continues to roar as the two let the excitement build for a moment without approaching one another. Eventually, Marquez leans back into the turnbuckles, seemingly unamused by the crowd. Bruce encourages them and they continue cheering.</div>

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It's rare that we have the opportunity to see two future Hall Of Immortal members wrestle for the first time, especially when they are still in this kind of shape!

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This is truly an amazing moment and this crowd is well aware!

<div style="text-align:center;">They begin to slowly circle each other. The crowd roars as they lock up for the first time!</div>

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This is where we will see true greatness!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez quickly locks in an Arm Winger, he doesn't waste time and adjusts his grip before running to the ropes!</div>

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He flips over...Arm Drag...that's straight out of the Lucha Libre playbook.

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It's not every day you see a man his size move like that!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez motions out the crowd pleased with himself, Bruce immediately pops up to a knee with an impressed look on his face as the crowd boos Marquez!</div>

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There's not much Champagne Delight can't do in the ring and Jack Bruce is already finding that out!

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They lock up again...Bruce with an Arm Wringer of his own..reversed by Marquez into one of his own...

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Bruce immediately into a hammerlock...Oh...Marquez puts him down with a Drop Toe Hold! He's so quick in there!

<div style="text-align:center;">Instead of continuing his mat work, Marquez slaps Bruce in the back of his head and quickly backs away smirking.

Crowd: BOOOOO!</div>

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Why the disrespect?! Doesn't Marquez realize who he's in the ring with?! Not the time for games!

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Bruce isn't relevant in comparison to Champagne Delight, he's not even in his universe.

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That's a bit much....Bruce isn't pleased by that slap he's going after Marquez!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez steps halfway out onto the apron and Smith keeps Bruce at bay as the crowds boos some more. Antonio waves his hands at Bruce in a dismissive "back off" motion as Smith moves Bruce back to the center of the ring.</div>

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More mind games from Marquez! What's he looking to achieve with this strategy?!

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Whatever it is, it won't work. Bruce is even better than Drake Richards was in his prime at cutting through the noise and staying focused!

<div style="text-align:center;">As they move into lock up again, Marquez cuts Bruce off with a kick to the abdomen doubling him over, Marquez quickly straightens Bruce and delivers a second kick! The crowd boos the perceived shortcut.</div>

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Now Marquez is taking control, just like I perdicted.

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Solid right hand from Marquez back up Bruce...Marquez shoots him off the ropes..reversed...Marquez reverses that...Bruce underneath a back elbow...Bruce runs through Champagne Delight with a Clothesline!

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That one shook Marquez...He's back up...Another Clothesline from Bruce and this crowd is loving it! Marquez is rocked early, I'm not sure he expected Bruce to bring that kind of force!

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He'll be fine!

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Marquez back up...Bruce takes him down with a Bodyslam...Marquez not staying down...Bruce drops him with another Bodyslam!

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Bruce stalks Marquez we know what's coming here...Right Hand...rocks Marquez...Another one...

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd cheers the Jack Bruce Flury as Bruce does his trademark dance! </div>

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Bruce ducks under a wild Marquez swing...Right hand! Another one! Marquez is rocked...

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No!

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Bruce under another wild Marquez swing...Another right hand, Marquez to a knee! Another right drops him to his knee again!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez gets off his knee just as Bruce completes his dance and gets drilled with a Left Hook to the joy of the crowd! Bruce smiles at Marquez hits the mat!</div>

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Bruce has found his grove! He's feeling it!

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Oh we've seen this before! Elbow Drop...

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Not this again...

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There's the Leg Drop...This LA crowd is loving this...Bruce points out to them...off the ropes...Hits the Splash...Welcome To New York, Marquez!

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..We're in California...

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Bruce hooks the leg..1...2..Marquez kicks out...There's no way he was expecting to have to deal with this type of onslaught from Jack Bruce!

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd roars as Champagne Delight rolls out of the ring after taking a lot of punishment. He tries to collect himself, but Bruce is measuring him...</div>

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Jack Bruce isn't going to give him an inch...he's not going to...

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Bruce over the ropes...NO! Marquez moved!

<div style="text-align:center;">Crowd: Ohhhh!

Bruce attempted a Plancha, but Marquez casually walked out of the way, Bruce landed hard on his abdomen and starts holding his ribs as Marquez rolls into the ring.</div>

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What a stupid mistake from Jack Bruce, who does he think he is?! He's not Champagne Delight, that's damn sure!

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Marquez has time to collect himself and his thoughts as Bruce is definitely favoring his ribs!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez measures Bruce who is back up and holding his ribs. He runs and knocks him backward with a Baseball Slide Dropkick!</div>

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That Baseball Slide was right on target but Bruce is still on his feet...LOOK OUT!

<div style="text-align:center;">Crowd: OHHH!</div>

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That's what happens when you don't waste time in the ring!

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Just like that Marquez saw an opening and crashed into Bruce with a Tope Con Giro and somehow landed on his feet after whipping out Bruce! The athleticism of this man is something else!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez draws boos from the crowd as he tells them that what he just did was special. Smith starts the ten count as Bruce begins stirring.</div>

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Marquez with a stomp on the back of Bruce, that has to jar those ribs...He's not wasting time...he sends Bruce back into the ring.

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Marquez is picking up the pace now...Bruce back up to his feet...What a Running Dropkick!

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Bruce went flying into the turnbuckles! Such power and speed showed by Marquez!

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Bruce is now feeling the pain...Marquez needs to stop smiling at the crowd who aren't liking the recent events in this match! He better focus if he wants to win!

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Such disrespect...why did he just slap Jack Bruce in his face!

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Because he can!

<div style="text-align:center;"><div style="text-align:center;">The crowd lets Marquez have it as he begins rapidly kicking away at the abdomen of Jack Bruce, knocking him down to a seated position! He puts his hand to his ear...</div>

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<div style="text-align:center;">Speak better English, I can't understand you!

Crowd:BOOOO!</div>

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Marquez just worked over the ribs of Bruce and is quite proud of himself...Oh, a quick kick to the side of the face knocks Bruce over...Smith trying to get Marquez off of him!

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Champagne Delight is having none of that! More stomps to the abdomen of Jack Bruce!

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Smith finally gets Marquez to back off after threatening a DQ! Smith isn't backing down from Marquez!

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This may be the back Jack Bruce needs, Marquez has had full control these last few minutes.

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez walks back over to Bruce after arguing with Smith for around twenty seconds, Bruce has begun to stir and is trying to fight to his feet. The crowd gives him encouragement!

Crowd: BRUCE! BRUCE! BRUCE!</div>

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Marquez pulls Bruce up and out of the corner..Right hand from Marquez straightens Bruce up again...Knee to the abdomen doubles Bruce over! Bruce is getting picked apart!

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He never had a chance!

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Marquez shoots him across...rever...Single Arm DDT! Great counter by Jack Bruce! That's the hurt arm of Marquez and that will buy him some time to catch his breath!

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This crowd is on the edge of their seat as these two competitors attempt to get back on their feet! Bruce is definitely having a hard time breathing!

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Marquez has definitely worked him over!

<div style="text-align:center;">They get to their feet at the same time as Smith got to six! The crowd is buzzing from what they are witnessing!</div>

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They're up! Bruce doubles Marquez over with a boot..Oh, he's got him...

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We're taking a trip to Long Island...One suplex...Bruce rotates his hips and pulls Marquez back up to his feet keeping him hooked!

<div style="text-align:center;">*Bruce noticeably doesn't sell his abdomen when rotating back up*</div>

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There's the second suplex...Bruce still has him hooked...There's the third of the Long Island Trio!

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He still has him hooked! We haven't seen this...Sit Out Face First Suplex! Bruce powered him up through the pain!

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Why won't he just stay down?!

<div style="text-align:center;">Bruce isn't able to capitalize right away as he grabs his abdomen he eventually crawls over.</div>

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He's got the leg...1...2...Marquez out again to the dismay of this crowd!

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These two are evenly matched and it's showing right now!

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What match are you watching? Champagne Delight is dominating him!

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Marquez has been able to last this long with Jack Bruce, he's earning his reputation. Right hand with another sharp right hand as Marquez gets to his feet..Irish Whip..reversed this time by Marquez...Jumping Leg Lariat! Marquez is so smooth when he's locked in!

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He's not wasting any time now! He shoots Bruce back into the ropes...Tilt-A-Whirl Backbreaker...He's not done! Running Senton!

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He's got the leg...1...2..Meh...Slow count! Never liked Smith!

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd is in shock after the sudden flurry from Marquez who looks around and slows the pace back down. </div>

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Bruce is favoring those ribs and I don't mean the ones I sell!

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Seriously? A plug now when Marquez is dominating this bum?

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Marquez is motioning for Bruce to get up, who has taken a lot of offense to his abdominal region. I still think Marquez has made a mistake in keeping the pace of this match slow.

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd boos again as Marquez slaps Bruce in the back of his head as he tries to fight to his feet!

Crowd: BRUCE! BRUCE! BRUCE!

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<div style="text-align:center;">Come on el cabrón! I'm bored!

Crowd: BOOO!</div>

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More disrespect from Marquez..he's not done though! Front Backbreaker...He just snatched Bruce up and further worked those ribs. He mixes together power and speed!

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He's the perfect wrestler!

<div style="text-align:center;">As Bruce shouts out in pain Marquez points to the turnbuckles and shakes his head at the crowd!

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<div style="text-align:center;">I'm going to break this pendejo now!

Crowd: BOOO!</div>

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He's calling for what we've been told is now called the Champagne Flight, that high altitude Frog Splash!

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It's over if he hits this! He's taking his time though! He's enjoying pissing off this crowd!

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He just knows he has this match won!

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He's finally to the top...Bruce is up! He lured Marquez in! Oh! Hard Left hook rocks Marquez!

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Why won't he stay down!?

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Bruce is going up to the top with Marquez! What does he have planned here!?

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No way..he couldn't! Is he really!?

<div style="text-align:center;">The crowd lets outa collective gasp as Bruce hooks his right leg over the back of a standing but bent over Marquez on the top!</div>

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Noooo! Noooo!

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TOP ROPE NEW YORK MINUTE!!! NEW YORK MINUTE!!!

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I'VE NEVER HEARD A CROWD THIS LOUD!!

<div style="text-align:center;">The impact knocked Marquez up vertical on his knees momentarily, after a few moments he crashes to the mat face first to the delight of everyone in the Storm Riders Arena!</div>

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We've never seen that from Jack Bruce! He pulled that out when he needed it the most! Pin him, Jack! Pin him!

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His ribs are done! He can't make it over to Marquez!

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Hang in there Champagne Delight!

<div style="text-align:center;"><div style="text-align:center;">The crowd is roaring as both warriors are down in the ring! Smith isn't counting to ten, Marquez looks lifeless on his stomach, Bruce is holding his ribs as he tries with all of his might to crawl towards his foe!</div></div>

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All Bruce has to do is pin him! Come on Jack! Come on!

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He's trying to make it happen, but he's taken a beating in this match!

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He doesn't have it in him! He doesn't have the heart!

<div style="text-align:center;">Crowd: BRUCE! BRUCE! BRUCE! BRUCE!

Bruce makes it over to Marquez who still hasn't moved, he attempts to roll him over, but his ribs make it difficult!</div>

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Do it dammit! Do it! You've got him!

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He's got him over...he hooks the leg...This is it!

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......1

.......2

.......NO</div>

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Shoulder up! He got his shoulder up!

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This crowd is in disbelief! I'm in disbelief! How did he..just how!?

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I don't know where Marquez reached to get the ability to get his shoulder up there, but it's a place not too many in this business have! I can't believe what I've just seen!

<div style="text-align:center;">Jack Bruce looks as if he is in disbelief as Marquez begins to stir, the crowd doesn't know what to think. Smith shows Bruce two fingers and motions to a lifted shoulder. Bruce grabs at his ribs as he pushes himself to his feet!</div>

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Jack Bruce can't believe it, but he's not done yet...He's measuring Marquez!

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I'm not sure what else he could possibly do after that to defeat Marquez, but if anyone has something it's Jack Bruce!

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There's nothing he can! He's simply not good enough!

<div style="text-align:center;">The obviously pained Bruce motions for Marquez to get up!

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Get up! Get up Antonio! Get up!</div>

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Somehow Marquez is getting up! I'm not even sure how he's conscious at this point!

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Bruce has him measured! New York Min....

<div style="text-align:center;">Crowd: OHHH!</div>

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No, Marquez has him up!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez somehow managed to catch Bruce, quickly adjust and set him up in a powerbomb position!</div>

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How in the hell is Marquez doing th....

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Oh My G....

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DRUNK OFF CHAMPAGNE!!!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez tossed Bruce up and back, he quickly jumped and spun, catching Bruce by the neck and drilled what was formerly called the Lover Stunner his seated neck breaker! Upon the massive impact, Bruce flew backward landing directly on the SWF logo in the center of the ring. The crowd is in awe of what they just saw!</div>

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How?! How did Marquez just pull that off!? I've never seen anything like that!

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I have no idea!

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He's crawling over! He's crawling over!

<div style="text-align:center;">With a burst of energy Marquez rolls up Bruce's far leg and has his back on his chest!

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......1

.......2

.......3

Ring It!

DING!DING!</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">*Victory Version Of Champagne Delight's Theme*

Marquez sits up and his eyes are wide as a huge smile comes over his face!

Crowd: BOOOOOO!</div>

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ANTONIO MAXI MARQUEZ JUST BEAT JACK BRUCE CLEAN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE RING AT THE SUPREME CHALLENGE!!

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I still have no idea how he reversed the New York Minute into Drunk Off Champagne! What a war we just witnessed!

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[Jubilant] Absolutely perfect!

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<div style="text-align:center;">Your winner by pinfall..."Champagne Delight" Antoniooo Maxxxiii....Marrrquezzz!

Crowd: BOOOOO!</div>

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January 26, 2018

The Supreme Challenge, The Stage Of All Stages

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As Nervous Rock Band completed Supreme Challenge's opening theme, Women In Charge's music blasted over the PA causing a cheer from the crowd. "The Raven" Louisa Angel, "Madame GM" Krissy Angelle, and "Ms. Cassandra" Cassandra Clausen all come from the back to raucous cheers. After the show, they take on their new positions; Angel (President), Krissy (GM), and Cassandra Clausen (EVP, Talent Acquisitions).

The three aren't dressed in the stereotypical executive fashion with Krissy with her hair in pigtails while wearing a lacey black dress, Angel in a tank top and long black skirt, with Cassandra dressed in a low cut and white skin tight dress. In all the commotion everyone forgot to notice a particular someone was walking ten or so feet behind them.

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The Hall Of Famer! Sam Keith has returned to the SWF!

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Marquez watched closely as he nor anyone else in the locker room had seen Sam Keith at the arena all day. His son Gregory Gauge was definitely excited, apparently, even he didn't know his dad was returning.

The cheers in LA quickly turned to boos when he was allowed to talk after being announced as the Executive Vice President in charge of Talent Relations - serving as the buffer between the wrestlers and executives - Keith quickly insulted the crowd and Women In Charge, especially Adrienne for not taking their roles seriously.

The ladies brushed Keith off as they had another big announcement to makes which was the creation of SWF Total Access, Supreme Wrestling Federation's brand new subscription service.

They stated the goal of the service is to provide a flow of live streaming and on-demand material from reporters, exclusive matches, shows from the SWF Developmental System, exclusive SWF shows, and the four-yearly events in Canada and Mexico to the service.

"That explains the full crew during the pre-show," Marquez says to himself.

The group finished their address by saying that they would have two special announcements on Elite tomorrow. The group then left to the back while curiously looking at the limos that were parked on either side of the entryway.

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"They're never going to give Valiant that big win," Jack Bruce says to Marquez who was slightly startled to hear his voice. Bruce had yet to put his gear on as well, "You ready for our dance?" Bruce says with a wink to Marquez.

"Oh, I'm ready." Antonio's words sounded confident, yet he did have a nervous feeling which was slowly increasing as the night went along.

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Marquez wasn't paying attention to the segments, he checked his phone and saw several new texts. Twenty minutes ago Jennifer sent him a message about his sisters Olivia (24) and Mariana (26) were just arriving from the airport and security escorted them to where the guests were being dined.

He quickly responded before checking the other message.

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Antonio was becoming impressed with Huey, while he isn't the most naturally talented, he knows how to work with his opponents. Marquez smirked at the possibility of facing Randy Legend in the future, another talented guy who just signed a long-term deal.

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"Wow," Marquez said in response to the eerie and atmospheric entrance as the final touches were being put on the Buried Alive pit by staff. Hooded Angelic Druids in white came out on either side of the ramp and escorted the two Avenging Angel's to the ring before the lights went out, only to come back on with them nowhere to be seen.

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"Nice scene," Antonio says as all four members of Inverted Tetrad are covered with dirt by Skull DeBones in his son Scythe DeBones.

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Marquez missed half of the Battle Flight Royale due to catching up with Skull and Scythe DeBones after their victory. They had a slight chuckle concerning the members of Inverted Tetrad having to stay in the pit until they can leave through the gimmicked door in about half an hour, "Those kids will be fine," Skull said in his Texan accent.

Their conversation was interrupted by the following from the PA and from the multiple flat screens in the locker room.

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With VIP still in the ring, Khoklov made his first appearance since April when he carried a lifeless Richard Eisen away after what is now known as The Triumvirate turned on him and Randy Legend. He had some new music as well.

The locker room was slightly surprised, some of the minor dirt sheets had been spreading the news that he would definitely return at Supreme Challenge, yet Jerry and the office seemingly hid him backstage all day. A magical feet with someone of his size.

Some "ohhs," ran out as a game VIP was dropped with the Russian Legend Powerbomb and bounced off the mat.

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Marquez and the rest of the locker room were shocked with how many risks Stone, Stardust, and ZimTastic took during this match. They definitely had the crowd on the edge of their seat. ZimTastic took a crazy risk when he climbed a ladder on the outside, stood on top of it, jumped into the ring with a magical flip and hit Stardust with his 'ZimTastic Voyage' the typically Springboard Flipping Neckbreaker, just as Stardust was reaching up for the Intercontinental Championship.

Luckily, the ring crew had gone to great lengths to soften the part of the ring where Zim was to fall and he wasn't injured in the process. Stardust just had to take a higher than normal back bump.

Marquez knew that some of the mainstream SWF fans who are WWWE and USPW crossovers wouldn't enjoy the display, but the three gave an incredible effort.

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Marquez was busy getting dressed for his match, so didn't pay much attention to the three segments. He looked at his white sunglasses closely before putting them on the top of his head. Tonight he's debuting his new white, gold, and brown themed attire.

His white trunks have a white base with gold and light brown trim. 'CD' is on the back in gold lettering, his knee pads are the same color scheme and each has two small champagne glasses touching one another, his boots are a matching scheme - each with 'AMM' in a vertical line in gold lettering. His attire is finished by with matching elbow pads, and white wrist tape.

He pushes the dyed white and gold strands of his hair out of his face as he bounces around on his toes. Marquez takes a deep breath as he looks across the locker room at Bruce who has busted out one of his older looks.

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However, Bruce is wearing new light purple and white tights with a purple guitar on the back a symbol known to legendary pop artist Michael Prince who performed the legendary My Little Silver Porsche and Chiller In The Night songs. Bruce is dancing around and seemingly in good spirits.

Marquez turns back around, putting his hands on the lockers, taking another deep breath.

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Antonio watched the match but was clearly distracted as his mind was racing. His sisters being in attendance definitely added extra pressure on him, it also reminded him of his mother who was murdered in cartel violence when he was only twenty.

Olivia was only nine and Mariana was eleven. Marquez was hardly the megastar he is today. He was two years into the business as an active wrestler and had only been with SOTBPW for a year. At the time 'Champange Lover' was hardly making any money, working the small live events at the 2,300 seat 'Arena Tijuana' which the company built in the city shortly after opening and ran every Wednesday night - usually attracting between 800-1,500 diehard fans.

Prior to being found in Tijuana by a scout, he wrestled for a brief time as the masked 'Tijuana Muscle' a gimmick he took after graduating from the training of a local Tijuana regular. Marquez stood out at 6'2'' from the rest of the crowd where it was rare to find a luchadore over 5'9'' - much less 6'0''.

He lost his mask in April 2001 in a Luchas de Apuestas match against the man who trained him the at the time thirty-eight-year-old El Alma Mexicana, who had an American 1970s soul-style gimmick and matching mask.

From then until his signing with SOTBPW in November of 2001, he wrestled under his given name Antonio Maxi Marquez - which was the last time he heard his name called out by a ring announcer, until later tonight.

Memories of the early days of his going to small outdoor markets, tiny gyms, and old arenas in Tijuana several times a week to wrestle for a few pesos, only to rush to his job at a bakery, only to rush home to make sure his sisters returned home from school in good health - begin to flood his mind.

"I never thought I would be here," Marquez says to himself as he thinks about all the money he has been fortunate to make, all the people he has helped, and how he paid for his sisters to attend college in the United States - both going to schools in Southern California before taking off to work around the world.

El Mitico Jr hitting a double jump springboard Tornado Plancha on his four opponents, drawing a pop from the crowd and causing Marquez to smile as it reminded him of the lucha in Mexico.

The finish of Referee Shinji Kato refusing to count for Brett Star who hit Eagle Foot with his 'A Star's Touch' Jackhammer and receiving a middle finger for his trouble, leading to Mitico to lock in his Spinning Figure Four and submit was a nice touch to the angle after Kato had been attacked by Starr.

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Marquez loved how this segment was shot as halfway through Rogue is showed walking to the ring and near the end focused on the Supreme Cell being lowered to the arena floor, stretching all the way out to the barricade.

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This match helped calm Marquez a bit, Richards had two matches in recent months leading up to this and he performed extremely well in a physically demanding match. While backstage Drake wasn't sure if he really wanted to work the program leading up to Supreme Challenge he showed why he had a decorated career.

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It took two Crashing On's for Drake to be put down by Rogue who seemingly is always in the center of quality moments for the company.

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The match was shorter than expected, but the big ending made up for it. The top rope Kneeling Face Crusher from Huntingdon popped the crowd and definitely gave Andrews a cover for losing.

"We need to get you in place," says Lindsay a backstage assistant who may be the hardest working person in the company. Marquez calmly grabbed the rest of his entrance gear before following her towards the go position. Jack Bruce had been led off by Richie Santana a few moments earlier.

Antonio felt as if the walk was the longest of his career, as his mind drifted back to driving his old beat up 1979 Delgado Hope to locations in Tijuana and having to walk past local vets who thought he didn't have what it took to make it, despite a helpful few like El Alma Mexicana and La Hija de Hércules Solar. His mind then drifts to when La Hija de Hércules Solar - who was a popular hand on the Lucha indies, wrestling all over the country gave him money to help buy clothes and food for his sisters after the death of his mother.

She would only accept a promise from Marquez as return payment, which was him learning to read and write English as she felt he could become a star anywhere in the world. He listened and for several months she would quiz him when she was in Tijuana for a booking.

Between her and El Alma Mexicana, Marquez received his first big indie booking at Casa de Lucha Tijuana, which held 2,000 people in June 2001, where SOTBPW scouts first saw him. The walk felt as if it took ten years as the sounds of the crowd grew in volume as he approached the arena portion of Storm Rider Arena. Antonio bumped into Lindsay, who he caught after she stumbled forward - her very small 5'2'' frame was quite frail compared to Marquez.

"I'm sorry!" He nervously exclaims after helping her regain balance, "You just wanted me to fall for you like all the other women around here," the twenty-three-year-old jokes, noticing that the moment is getting to Marquez.

Antonio couldn't help but smile, "Thank you, Lindsay, I needed that," he offers. Santana nods towards Marquez as they come into sight. However, he doesn't approach with any last minute instructions, he simply stays looking out into the arena as "American Machine" Alex Ansel, Des Davids, and BJ O'Neil approach.

Antonio nods towards them as they approach the go position.

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Benny Crane had an amazing performance and to his credit, Greg Black didn't let his anger really show during the match. The three face teams teamed up to hit Anakim and Reptoid with tandem Running Powerbombs to the floor, putting them through double stacked tables - which were set up by Universe Destruction earlier in the match. Zeta Reticuli showed great emotion when his team was driven down.

Spencer Spade was able to retrieve the titles with Biggins holding onto the legs of Davids and Crane who were trying to stop him. With all that was going on backstage, this had to be a great moment for Spade, yet Antonio wondered how the kid was really feeling about what went down - especially with having to 'celebrate' with Emmy and Brett in the arena.

As the team came to the back, Emmy and Brett immediately stormed off in front of Spade, completely ignoring him. "Hey Spade, good job out there," Marquez said to Spade who was hunched over with 1/2 of the SWF World Tag Team Championship slung over his shoulder.

"Thanks, bro, I appreciate it," Spade says in a tired yet sincere fashion. Marquez pats him on the back as he stands upright, "Kill it, my dude," Spade encouragingly says to Marquez before walking off towards the locker room area.

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"I heard you were pretty good," Bruce shouts towards Marquez in a playful tone as their moment approaches. "You damn right I am," Marquez says with a smirk as he turned to look back at the former 8x SWF World Heavyweight Champion.

Here we go, Marquez thinks to himself.

January 25, 2018

The Stage Of All Stages, Pre-Show

"This is incredible," Marquez says to himself as he looks out into the grand empty Storm Rider Arena in Los Angeles, California. The domed arena usually plays home to a college football team, while Marquez is familiar with performing in front of audiences around fifty-thousand - this would be his first in a non-Lucha Libre environment. Wrestling is a religion in Mexico, sport in Japan, and an easily critiqued and criticized form of entertainment in the United States.

The failures of the WWWE and the general feel of the Sports Entertainment environment surrounding the countries biggest promotions bring in a different fan who wants more story outside of the ring than within. Marquez wasn't unaware that a lot of the key SWF audience fall into that mold, Richard Eisen used a slow burn rather than a hot-shot method which allowed him to lead the SWF past RAWA and WWWE - who both refused to take notice of Eisen's patience, well at least with his business strategy. Which is one of the only positive qualities of Richard Eisen, who clearly rubs nearly anyone who isn't a stooge of his the wrong way and hasn't been afraid to blame others for his failures.

Marquez takes a large breath as he walks back into the locker room area, after deciding to arrive ten hours before the main show and nine before the pre-show activities began he knew there was a long day ahead of him - especially with all the guests arriving backstage within the next five hours or so.

It's just another match he thinks to himself as he walks in the mostly empty hallways. Only around a dozen or so backstage assistants and Agents are at the arena. Antonio decides to head into one of the offices to take a nap and prepare for the arrival of his guests.

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Marquez wakes up four hours later after hearing the voice of Pro Wrestling Hall Of Famer Richie Santana who wanted to go over Antonio's match with Bruce. It was difficult to question anything Santana had to say, his reputation for his psychology and putting on performances was well known in Mexico, many promotions in the country attempted and failed to bring him in during his career. Rumors in the business say OLLIE failed three times to do so.

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Santana had only been with the SWF since September of last year, coming to the company after they hired his son Richie for the soon to be defunct Uprising brand - Jerry announced through a company e-mail that there wouldn't be mass firings due to the brand split ending, which eased the minds of a lot of the roster.

Bruce and Marquez laid out what they had in mind for their match, Santana was mostly in agreement and suggested a few minor tweaks - which Jack and Antonio went along with. "That guy should be a bigger legend," Marquez said after the forty minute meeting, impressed with his knowledge of psychology and how to lay out a match.

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Two hours later El Fuerza, Jennifer Villa (Heat), and El Heroe Mexicano arrived backstage among other guests such as Bruce The Giant who is one of the trainers in RIPW, Former SWF World Heavyweight Champion Micky Starr, 1970s and 1980s fan favorite Schoolyard Dawg, former top SWF Carpenter Canello Perez, Warlord Agony, and the recently unemployed Jim Force who USPW didn't renew in June.

Marquez was amused and confused by Micky Starr laying into his grandson Brett about his egotistical and selfish attitude. The energetic Dawg had a short conversation with Marquez and still had the smile which got him over as a top babyface for several decades.

"Hi! Nice to meet you!" Krissy Angelle says to Jennifer with Rudy at her side, Krissy says extending her hand, "Antonio has told me so much about you," she says smiling as Jennifer shakes her hand. Jennifer had previously had her arms around Marquez while the two were speaking in Spanish to El Fuerza and Mexicano concerning Fuerza's film shoot.

Jennifer who has been managing Magnifico and mostly relegated to the local SOTBPW shows and their B-show SOTBPW Guerreros Del Anillo - seemingly as punishment for Marquez leaving the company. "Nice to meet you," Jennifer says with her accent shining through and shaking the hand of Krissy.

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Krissy and Rudy speak to the group for a few minutes, Marquez understood Krissy's inside joke - she definitely wants him to date Adrienne, yet was being quite nice to Jennifer. He wasn't quite sure what to make of that.

After Krissy and Rudy left, Marquez got on Mexicano about being out of shape. While they were really good friends, Antonio still saw his trainee as a reflection of himself in the business.

Jack Bruce, Jessie, Tom Gilmore, and Skull DeBones all went out of their way to speak to the group. Of note, Mikey Lau was mostly off to the side looking like a nervous wreck; Randy Legend, ZimTastic, and Margaret Roman were checking in on him, but he was mostly quiet and distant for the entire night.

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As the pre-show was around thirty minutes away from beginning the around one-hundred guests were sent to a specific room in order to watch the show. Many of them and the roster were confused about all the cameras and equipment set up to record the Pre-show. The closest the company has done to this was the recording of the pre and post-show matches on Uprising to air later, yet that was nowhere near this level.

It was also odd the announce team for Supreme Challenge was calling the pre-show. The amazing Clay Clinton, Duane Fry, and Emma Chase were all in place. Luckily, their desk was situated a mere one hundred feet from a staff restroom to use during specific moments during the broadcast.

Marquez decided to get dressed for his match much later in the night since he still had some five hours before he was up.

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Marquez could hear the roar of the crowd as 'Nervous Rock Band' shred for several minutes, they may be rated a minor band, but they definitely got the crowd pumped.

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"Those guys have some talent," Marquez said as he watched the match with passing interest, his mind mostly focused on his moment later in the night.

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Marquez didn't pay much attention to those segments as he was having a conversation with Jerry, who looked quite excited for the night, "So....is Jennifer down to work in the US?" Jerry asks as the two finished discussing the business of the night.

"No, she likes Mexico way too much to work here," Marquez says while laughing.

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"A limo on either side of the entryway," Marquez remarks at the spare no expense style Jerry seems to run the company with.

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"How did Greed get stuck in Uprising?" Marquez asks himself after watching him lead a fairly good match, despite the lack of crowd reaction for the younger workers.

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Marquez was glad SWF made the correct decision regarding the MPWF and their former championship. Unfortuntately, he wasn't able to speak to Carlos Alvarado earlier, who was the Lucha Libre Hall Of Fame Vice President and received both belts to wrap up the pre-show.

As Carlos walked to the back he received respectful applause as a short montage of MPWF memorable moments played on the SWF Tron.

As he disappeared into the back the crowd began to roar as Nervous Rock Band began to play music as The Supreme Challenge, The Stage Of All Stages was near the beginning.

As Marquez walked around the back he heard Jerry speak to Spencer Spade who was off isolated, still feeling the ramifications of Remo's politics. "...Don't worry about everything that's going on. You're flying back to Connecticut with me on Wednesday, creative is already working on everything. We'll start shooting things soon."

Spade didn't have too much to say and only nodded his head, he didn't even seem excited to have the week off from House Shows. Marquez couldn't blame him considering all that has gone on recently.

January 24, 2018

International Federation For Wrestling News Gets Leak

<div style="text-align:center;">Wrestling Journalism</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">Saturday Night</div>

International Federation For Wrestling News

by DeAndre Allison

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As the 'Stage Of All Stages' as The Supreme Challenge has come to be known over the past fifteen years approaches, the wrestling community is eagerly anticipating a show which will mark a new beginning for Supreme Wrestling Federation (SWF) and their creative process. While the company remains the largest in the world consistent challenges from South Of The Border Pro Wrestling (SOTBPW), United States Pro Wrestling (USPW), Awesome Wrestling Federation (AWF), along with potential challenges from Pride Glory Honor Wrestling and 21st Century Wrestling.

Changes have already begun with their addition of hiring reporters, journalists, and creating a new way to present their product with the current dynamic and ever-changing wrestling landscape.

Someone close to SWF sent us at IFWN the card order for the Supreme Challenge 37. The show is coming from Los Angeles, California tomorrow and is expected to draw between forty-five to fifty-three thousand fans.

Without further delay:

Pre-Show

Sky Club Championship: Roddy Ready © vs. Turner Trigg vs. Richie Santana Jr vs. Flying Glory vs. Brendan Dream vs. Dave White

Sky Club Tag Team Championship [Titles Going Inactive After Match]: Business Opportunity © vs. High Flyin Fun vs. Team Believe *Winner Receives US Tag Team Championship Match On Monday's Elite*

Uprising Championship [Title Going Inactive After Match]: John Greed © vs. Lincoln Skillz vs. Dalu vs. Deigo Montoya *Winner Receives North American Heavyweight Champion Match On Monday's Elite*

SWF/MPWF Mexican Heritage/Campeónato de Herencia de Mundo MPWF Match [Title Going Inactive After Match]: Madman Dube © vs. Reginald Rex vs. Frederick Garcia vs. Donte Natural *Winner Receives Television Championship Match On Monday's Elite*

Main Show

Destiny Awaits, SWF Elite Championship [Title Going Inactive After Match]: Apex © vs Valiant *Winner Considered An Immediate SWF World Heavyweight Championship Contender*

Legends Are Awesome: Huey Cannonball vs. Randy Legend

To The Underworld, Buried Alive Handicap Match: Angel's Of Virtue (Skull & Scythe DeBones) vs. Inverted Tetrad (Aziz Landor, Byme, Severn, and Matthew DeVille)

A Future Opportunity: SWF Battle Flight 2017 [battle Royal, All 20 Begin In The Ring]

Bully, Chris Morisette, Danny B. Bling, Eric Eisen, Gregory Gauge, James Prudence, Jay Fonzarelli, Joseph Orton, Kosaku Matsuki, Macario Ekuma, Marshall Dillon, Poundstone, Reggie Rush, Squeeky McClean, The Best, The Most Haulani, Vincent Issac Peterson, Harry Allen, Galindo, & El Cortador *Winner Receives Either A Intercontinental or North American Heavyweight Championship Match At A Time Of Their Choosing*

A Tastic Party Of Stars, Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match: ZimTastic © vs. Edd Stone vs. Jefferson Stardust

Street Battle, US Tag Team Championship Street Fight: The Pain Alliance © vs. Unleashed Rage vs. Warriors Of Olympus vs. Bad Hollywood

Retro TV Party, Television Championship: El Mitico Jr vs. Eagle Foot vs. Bret Starr vs. Eason Extravagance vs. Robbie Retro *15 Minute TV Time Limit Enforced*

Supreme Mountain Of Ego, Supreme Cell: Drake Richards vs Rogue

Lone Elixir, North American Heavyweight Championship: Aaron Andrews © vs. Paul Huntingdon

Tables, Ladders, Chairs, & Tragedy, World Tag Team Championship: Universe Destruction © vs. Real Concept vs. The All-Americans vs. Velocity

CO-MAIN EVENT

Champagne Rock, Legendary Dual: Antonio Maxi Marquez vs. Jack Bruce

MAIN EVENT

War Of Will, SWF World Heavyweight Championship: Remo © vs Mikey Lau

This ambitious event will set the tone for the future of SWF, for better or worse. The in-ring debut of "Champagne Delight" Antonio Maxi Marquez will also draw a great deal of attention worldwide.

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January 23, 2018

The Stage Of All Stages Draws Near

Marquez wasn't expecting there to be so much buzz when he woke up Tuesday afternoon. Yet, the hotel was speaking a revelation in Japan. Matty Faith had broken the news to anyone who would listen, Kikkawa was leaving BHOTWG.

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It was nice to see him excited as he had been down since coming back from suspension. Matty grew up a huge fan of the Japanese Heavy Style and Kikkawa was his favorite wrestling growing up...yeah, even over his dad - who for his credit wasn't bothered by the fact. Matty told Antonio in passing that his father tried to get Kikkawa to jump to SWF back in the early 2000s, that story caused Matty to become interested in puroresu and Kikkawa.

As Marquez was walking down a hall, heading down to the lobby in order to grab lunch he heard an argument from Jerry's room, "...Are you nuts Greg?! Release you days before Supreme Challenge!? Release you at all?! We're elevating the Tag Titles because of you and Benny!"

Jerry was quite passionate, "I've just had enough Jerry, I helped build the Eisen Corporation angle and helped get all of those guys over! Benny and I haven't got anything for it!" Greg shoots back angrily, yet not disrespectful, "I make sure you get bonuses after every Pay Per View! Creative has plans for both of you!" Jerry responds, unmoved in his position.

As Antonio walks by, Greg storms out of the room, "...Hi, Antonio," Greg says attempting to be polite, however, he's obviously agitated. He storms down the hall in a huff as Marquez looks into the room to see Jerry with a hand on his head, back to the door. "...Is it too early for a cocktail?" Jerry whispers to himself as he stares out his window, looking out at the Hartford, Connecticut landscape.

Antonio decides to move along and not say anything to Jerry, who doesn't even notice he heard parts of the argument. With the big Tables, Ladders, Chairs, & Tragedy multi-tag match for Supreme Challenge, he understands why Jerry would be stressed at Greg's request. Rumors were going around that Jerry gave Greg a $5,000 bonus after Supreme TV last week as well.

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Marquez arrived at the arena two hours before arrival time and was shocked to find that there wasn't any major backstage drama prior to the show. He had time to prepare for his show opening in-ring where he was given 15 minutes to put Sunday's match over.

Creative never scripts his segments, yet they gave him a note to mention he was using a clause in his contract to keep from being interrupted during the segment, Antonio thought it was an interesting touch.

He had a twenty-minute conversation with Jessie Pearce who was always extremely polite to him, despite knowing Marquez commonly hangs with her ex-husband. Even Jessie said she and Tom were still friendly and that it wasn't a big deal.

***

About an hour before show time Krissy Angelle walked past Marquez with her arm hooked around her boyfriend El Cortador, Rudy Vasquez. She shot Marquez a smile, "Adrienne has asked about you," she says in a matter of fact tone as they walk past one another.

Antonio smiled and reminded himself to text her later.

***

Marquez stands at the go position, Black Hat Bailey stands at the top of the area with his headset on. The two have been talking as the show draws near, "They've let you talk more in a month than they let me my entire career here," Bailey says with a chuckle.

"You could work your ass off though," Marquez says while pointing at Bailey. "Damn right I could,' the Head SWF Agent shoots back.

The conversation definitely loosened him up before the segment. He got his sunglasses ready as he walks up the go position. As his music hits he turns his back and begins walking out, "Watch me kill this," Marquez says as he does his trademark backward walk into the arena.

***

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"I nailed it, amigo." Marquez confidently says to Bailey as returns from the segment, Bailey can only laugh as he slaps Antonio on the back, "I guess that's why they call you Champagne Delight, huh?" Bailey comments as Marquez walks off shrugging his shoulders.

***

Since Marquez was done for the evening he decided to quickly change into jeans and a black collar shirt before watching the rest of the program in the back.

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"Where do they even shoot these," Marquez asks after watching the creepy Angel's Of Virtue segment which they've used to build up the supernatural angle between the group and Inverted Tetrad, seemingly vampire brood. Definitely creative and interesting, Marquez was amazed how Skull could keep that character relevant for so long.

***

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"Well, he's pretty good out there," Marquez says after Bruce's 15 minute hour 2 opener. Bruce played up Supreme Challenge as the 'Stage Of All Stages' which helped his launch into fame years ago. He definitely helped build interest in the match, "Maybe I underestimated him," Marquez says to himself prior to sipping a glass of orange juice.

***

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Marquez could only shake his head when he saw "Classic Bret" Bret Biggins and Emmy talking to Spencer Spade on camera after the two turned on him to rub elbows with Remo. Spade was off alone in the locker room, several people went up and spoke to him, but there was a lot of gossip going on due to Remo.

"Sometimes fans don't know what goes into even a one minute segment," he says to Rich "Demon Anger" Harper, one of the SWF Supreme Agents, who is often with Patrick "Demon Spite" Sharpe who is also an SWF Agent on Supreme.

***

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Marquez was impressed with the main event, Huey used his 'Amazing Chair' on Randy Legend to cause the DQ. "He's really getting that chair over," Marquez said to himself as the show came to an end.

As the show ended Marquez wasn't shocked Real Concept was left off the show. Benny and Tiffany were spending most of the night attempting to calm down Greg Black who was still upset about his current situation in the company.

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***

Marquez didn't stay out long after the show as they all had to fly out to Los Angeles early in the morning. There were several fan festivals planned to treat those who are attending Supreme Challenge.

However, he did get a few drinks with El Cortador and Krissy Angelle at a local sports bar. Rudy seemed pretty cool and was hoping he and Galindo would get more TV after the brand split. Krissy was her usual upbeat self and was making jokes. Marquez had to mention his girlfriend Jennifer several times when she wanted to know his plans with Adrienne.

***

Wednesday afternoon after arriving in California Marquez saw some interesting news on the dirt sheets.

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Evidently, the news caused a lot of, "Why didn't this happen twenty years ago," type of comments from fans and wrestling journalists who followed their careers.

***

On Thursday as Marquez was mostly relaxing for the day, after taking a walk in the city where he stuck to kayfabe and told any fans who approached that he was going to beat Bruce easily, causing some interesting semi-viral videos to spread throughout the day. However, a lot of news broke during the day.

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Marquez took it all in and was mostly intrigued by the company raising the Intercontinental Championship to a floating status. Creative also said they were doing the same with the Tag Team Championships since the US Tag Titles would serve mid-card angles. Also, there were rumors that the TV title would also get elevated to the mid-card after Supreme Challenge, while the North American title would be a mid-card belt for middleweight and up mid-card talent.

Definitely, a lot of new that got some of the roster talking. Especially, those who are belt marks.

***

Friday was a day where Marquez cut a promo from his phone while poolside where he ripped into Jack Bruce. Again, it caused a stir on social media as Marquez was approaching his SWF in-ring debut.

***

"That was fun," Marquez said as he got inside a company limo after making a brief appearance at the largest fan festival through the week. The appearance quickly made the rounds on the dirt sheets.

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Antonio snickered at the news that Jasmine Saunders began dating a guy who was brought in for a private workout at SWF Headquarters and is getting a tryout match soon. "She moves fast," he remarked on the ride back to the hotel.

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***

Antonio had just gotten off the phone with Jennifer, El Fuerza, and El Heroe Mexicano who were arriving Sunday morning as backstage guests. His sisters Olivia (24) and Mariana (26) were also on the call and will also be backstage, which made Marquez slightly nervous as his sisters never really attend shows he's on - despite being Lucha Libre fans.

"What a day tomorrow will be," Marquez says as he begins drifting to sleep.

January 23, 2018

An Interesting Week, Bruce You Don't Say?

"I'll make the best of this," Marquez said to himself as he was getting out of his hotel bed on Wednesday morning. The flight Bruce purchased Marquez wasn't until later in the afternoon, different from the morning flights SWF schedules. Antonio caught up on some reading prior to checking the dirt sheets and seeing some interesting news.

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Antonio had sent Hector a text wishing him luck on the role several nights ago. The dirt sheets picking up on the news probably had a lot to do with his connections with Marquez and rumors that he could head to SWF as well.

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"Smart move rookie," Marquez said to himself after reading the news.

Marquez spent the next few hours eating breakfast and catching a movie, he partially dressed in disguise as to not be bothered in public.

Once he was on his flight to Chicago he got a few hours of sleep, which helped as he was set to arrive at 1 AM local time and then had to ride to the North Shore where Bruce lived when not fulfilling his training duties at the SWF University in Hawaii where he had his second of three homes - the third being in upstate New York.

Marquez was stunned how talkative Bruce was on the drive. Bruce even went into detail about making sure they weren't seen in public together and that Richard Eisen was huge on keeping kayfabe alive and well.

On the drive to Bruce's home, he told him how many back in New York thought he was a traitor for living near Chicago and being a Cubs fan - somewhat humanizing himself to Marquez.

After waking up on Thursday, Bruce gave Marquez a five-page double-spaced document which outlined their match for Supreme Challenge. Antonio got to the second page before he began adding his input on things to change and make better.

"Why don't we call most of it in the ring?" He finally asked about twenty-five minutes into the conversation, "Richard would never go with that and Santana is going to want his input as well." Marquez understood Bruce's remarks, yet was used to having freedom in the ring - especially when it came to money matches.

Bruce had his chef come in and make them dinner prior to them turning in for the night. On Friday morning they spent several more hours discussing the match. Prior to the two working on a few spots in Bruce's ring, Marquez saw some interesting news on his phone.

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Antonio liked the idea of returning to Mexico several times a year for special events, "They would be dumb to not take advantage of your drawing power there," Bruce said when he heard the news.

That night Marquez watched 'SOTBPW LuchaMania 5' on MySelect USA from his laptop.

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"Smasher is learning that Lucha Libre isn't the same as Sports Entertainment," Marquez said to himself after the show ended.

On Saturday after the two worked on several more spots in Bruce's ring further SWF news hit the internet.

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Marquez started to understand why Jerry Eisen get frustrated with backstage drama, he and the creative team were putting together some big things for the company.

That night Jack Bruce's girlfriend the high fashion model Tamika Petrov, known for her alluring skin tone due to her multi-ethnic background and ability to express limitless emotions in pictures came over to eat dinner.

Marquez was stunned as it wasn't public that Bruce was seeing anyone, which Bruce quickly explained was on purpose to keep at least some part of his life private. Marquez was sure the fact that Tamika was twenty-five also had something to do with it.

On Sunday they worked out the final touches on what they wanted to present to Richie Santana, while Bruce has a lot of stroke with the office and they both have forms of Creative Control - they were prepared for creative to insert some ideas into a match of this magnitude.

The two had separate flights on Monday on their journey to Hartford, Connecticut for Supreme TV. Marquez was able to check into his hotel room just in time to watch Elite live.

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"This should be good," Marquez said to himself after learning how they were going to handle the Intercontinental Championship situation.

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Marquez saw the segment and wondered how Kurt could deal with Eric on camera so well.

In between the segments, there was a short match with PT Dixon and an enhancement talent the company brings in often.

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"I like how they operate, talented group," he said after mostly ignoring the match which came before the segment.

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"Well done," Marquez remarked. The final sequence saw Drake Richards hit Rogue with his Drake Driver, Fireman's Carry Sheer Drop Takeover while Stardust and Stone were out on the outside. ZimTastic Dropkicked Richards out of the ring and quickly climbed the turnbuckles and hit his beautiful Shooting Star Zim, Shooting Star Press to win the belt.

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"They definitely made that belt look important," Marquez quipped as the show came to an end.

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After the show he went to dinner with Tom Gilmore, Skull DeBones, Scythe DeBones, Andrew Rawls, and Matty Faith. The group went to an Italian restaurant and there Marquez learned that after he left the bar last Tuesday that Remo ended up spending the night with Emmy and she turned on Spencer Spade as well.

While Spencer and Emmy weren't dating are known to be extremely close, they had a good friendship for years going back to their stay in RIPW. Remo took the issue with Spade pretty far. Rawls and Faith said Spade didn't let any of it bother him besides what went down with Emmy and Remo. Evidently Mission Complete (Rawls and Faith) travel the road with Spade for House Shows.

Marquez wasn't going to get into it with Remo, but the entire incident soured him on the SWF World Heavyweight Champion.

January 23, 2018

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="codeydbw" data-cite="codeydbw" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44565" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Just wanted to say, this is easily my favourite dynasty on the forums right now. Really good stuff.</div></blockquote> Definitely appreciated, I will go into some of the story elements in the next Between Chapter post. I am a novelist and screenwriter, I started this with the goal of it being entertaining to those who weren't fans of wrestling and those who may not care for SWF. Glad I'm delivering on that thus far, but there are some big posts lined up with surprises.

January 22, 2018

Drama, Drama, & A Little More Drama

Antonio had quite the week following Supreme TV. He flew out Wednesday for a brief appearance at a Supreme Challenge press event where he didn't take questions and made a quick statement after his 'surprise' arrival and told everyone that Jack Bruce isn't in his league and the situation between the two is simply the business of sports entertainment.

The following day two interesting pieces of information hit the dirt sheets.

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Adrienne filled him in on the plot of the action movie, evidently, she is going to perform some of her own stunts. Antonio sent her a text Thursday afternoon asking her to stay in touch during the filming process.

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Definitely not something you see every day, yet it's not surprising - VIP is always listening to a range of music in the locker room.

On Saturday in the 2nd week of July Marquez received a Chirper private message from Jack Bruce, giving him information about wanting to fly Marquez out to his Suburban Chicago mansion after Supreme TV next week - so they could spend a few days going over the match before they speak to agent Richie Santana to finalize everything.

Antonio was reluctant to agree, yet Adrienne's warning about the politics of the company led him to make quick arrangements with Bruce - who has practically ignored him off camera since his arrival to the company.

Marquez was preparing to watch Elite at the hotel in Nashville, Tennessee where the Supreme Brand was staying when an obviously annoyed Jerry Eisen came over and told him about drama backstage. Phillip "Enforcer" Roberts, who was responsible for running the back for the Elite brand - since Jerry exclusively traveled with Supreme during the beginning of the split. Jerry saw Antonio in the lobby and took the opportunity to vent.

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Antonio learned that nobody really likes Jerry's brother Eric - this being the latest in a number of incidents he has caused. Just last month he almost began a fight with Edd Stone, prior to that "Mountain For Hire" Everest before he was released, and just last November he started a fight with Kurt Laramee - who gave him a beating then as well.

Jerry decided to fine his brother, which led to an annoyed phone call from their father and Eric being angry and texting his brother insults.

In return for the insults, Jerry changed the plans for his match of Elite and had him take the fall, Antonio was shocked by it all and suddenly had no interest in meeting Eric, "I'm going to call my sister Jordan, maybe she knows a way to get to Eric," he stated after being further annoyed that Eric was putting the Power Structure stable with Eric and Pain Alliance in jeopardy.

All of this after Richard kept Jerry from hiring The Ghost Rider who had just finished up his dates with CWT, due to him being over 38. Jerry wanted to bring him in as another supernatural character and have a program with Scythe DeBones - to further get the youngster over, yet Richard wanted no part of that.

Afterwards, Antonio sat back and enjoyed the show. He specifically paid attention to Eric's match and the surprise main event between Rogue and Jefferson Stardust for the Intercontinental Championship.

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"Jerry wasn't kidding," Antonio said to himself.

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Rogue used a low blow and horizontal cradle to win the IC belt before Drake Richards came out, knocked him out with it and cut a promo, causing drama around the Supreme Cell match between the two and the supposed IC Ladder Match between Edd Stone, ZimTastic, and Stardust.

"That's an interesting twist. I definitely want to work Stardust at some point," Antonio said as the show came to an end.

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Antonio arrived at the Nashville Pavillion one hour prior to the arrival time, Jerry was in the middle of having a conversation with Reptoid who was late for an appointment with the media team wanting to film another Supreme Challenge piece.

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This was in addition to Bully making a rather large mess and being taken to Wrestler's Court - Skull made sure Bully agreed to clean and buy everyone drinks after the show.

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As show time approached Randy Legend and Mikey Lau played a tiny rib on Margaret and hid her shoes for the night, getting a laugh from several members of the crew.

***

Marquez was in position for his first segment, which led off hour two.

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"Damnit!" Rang out from Nomiki as the scene cut, "Don't worry about it...it still went over well," Antonio reassures her.

***

"Your cue is coming up in five," Black Hat Bailey informs Marquez who was again ready with his sunglasses on and wearing formal attire. Antonio nods in order to acknowledge Bailey, knowing full well he had to deliver in this segment to keep the heat for his Supreme Challenge match at a fever pitch.

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"Your ticket to Chicago is in your email, I'll be picking you up myself," Bruce says to Marquez before walking off after the segment.

When Antonio returned to the back Greg Black was very angry after the Real Concept and Velocity tag match. Benny and Tiffany were attempting to calm him down but weren't having much success.

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After what happened on Elite, Marquez watched the main event closely, especially after the build-up through the night. From Krissy annoucing Adrienne made the match and the feel after what happened on Elite. They even shot the opening scene for the show before Marquez arrived, the situation left him thinking there could be another surprise - especially when Margaret Roman came out to watch the match from the middle of the ramp.

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No surprises, but definitely an entertaining match that Remo built up slowly with he and Morrisette getting the crowd invested in the story and not just the wrestling itself. Roman's appearance definitely added to the feel.

***

After the show, most of the locker room went to a country and western bar - where Bully spent a good amount on the first round of drinks for everyone. Marquez had a nice conversation with Paul Huntingdon, evidently, Jack Bruce went to another bar in the area where he always gets free drinks, completely playing up his rockstar persona.

Unfortunately, Remo used the time to chat up Tiffany Strange, Danny B Bling, Marshall Dillon, "Sex Kitten" Roxy Joplin (Roxy Kitten), Nomiki Pike, Brett Biggins, and Matthew DeVille against Spencer Spade - after buying the group several drinks and gaining their ear.

Marquez rolled his eyes at the politics, again remembering the warning Adrienne gave him about the nature of the locker room. Antonio just didn't expect Remo to sink to that level.

Antonio decided to call it an early night after witnessing Remo begin his scheme against Spade, heading back to the hotel earlier than the others.

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ET = A segment that was filmed earlier in the day by reporters with access and not actually happening at the time it is aired, forcing everything to be scripted.

GMO = General Manager Office (Note Krissy isn't officially GM until after Supreme Challenge, so Adrienne is kayfabe calling her to make decisions)

UD = Universe Destruction, SWF Tag Team Champions.

AI = Ancient Invasion the tag team finish of Universe Destruction.

V= Velocity, Spencer Spade and Brett Biggins w/Emmy as manger.

January 21, 2018

Press Conferences, I'll See You Soon

During the week Marquez was told his entrance attire was ready for Supreme Challenge and would be delivered Wednesday in the 2nd week of July. Marquez would also check in on, "Champagne & Love Authentic Mexican Cuisine" restaurants in Mexico, speaking with the managers at each of the four locations over video chat. After signing with SWF he gave his employees a substantial raise.

If anything about Jack Bruce's words were true, Marquez wasn't lacking money. Antonio has quite a few streams of income away from the wrestling world and those will probably only grow if he stands out in SWF.

He spent some time looking at what the dirt sheets drug up during the week. Nothing extremely exciting came to light other than an interesting story regarding AAA.

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On Monday, after arriving in Madison, Wisconsin he was able to watch Elite, which was happening in Arizona, he was quite impressed with the Edd Stone and Rogue main event.

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Upon waking up in the hotel on Tuesday the internet was buzzing with news.

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Marquez thought back to several weeks ago when USPW brought her dad in as a Colour Commentator several weeks back, now his daughter is off to shoot another movie. Times are good for the Thunder family.

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Marquez remembered Ghoul speaking about wanting to drop his mask and start wearing elaborate face paint, yet he was shocked he dropped it to Gran Brandon (Brandon James) in a hair vs mask match. Antonio assumed the company is still all in on pushing Brandon as a top Rudo.

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Upon arriving at the arena Jerry Eisen was quick to come up to Marquez before he could even set his bags down, "...Adrienne is already here, you know she's leaving to film a movie in a few days, right?"

"Yeah, I know," Marquez says slightly confused, "I just wanted you to know, she would probably like for you to see her off." Jerry's words seem to have an ulterior meaning behind them. "I'll talk to her later tonight," Marquez says in a matter of fact tone.

Jerry walks off with disappointment in his body language, "Kill your segment tonight," he says as he turns down a hall out of sight.

***

An hour before the show, Marquez was dressed in his black vest combo, with black sunglasses at the ready - attached to the neck of his shirt collar. This was the first Supreme TV in weeks where there hasn't been drama backstage.

Paul Huntingdon and Huey Cannonball were festive, effectively being given the night off as the arc for their storylines this week had the two members off preparing for Supreme Challenge while sending bodyguard Bully to take care of Randy Legend. Marquez has enjoyed what he's seen from their Triumvirate stable.

"Dinner and drinks after the show?" Adrienne asks playfully as Marquez smiles back at her, "Of course, I won't see you for a bit after tonight."

"That's right, I've got to go be an actress," Adrienne shoots back in an upbeat tone. She gives Marquez a wave as she was being summoned by Agent Richie Santana.

***

The show has begun, Jack Bruce is opening with another in-ring. He tells a passionate story about how he has always fought and represented the SWF against any and all challengers. He eventually calls out Marquez, who obviously doesn't show since he's watching the segment a flat screen in the locker room.

Bruce finishes the fifteen-minute segment by calling Marquez a coward and "flavor of the week" who won't last in the company. Antonio shrugs his shoulders and grins at the segment, "...I guess I should go home then," he jokingly says turning to the Real Concept trio of Benny Crane, Greg Black, and Tiffany Strange (Sweet Tabitha O'Neil), each responding with a brief chuckle.

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Hour two begins with Marquez approaching soon to be General Manager Krissy Angelle for the second week in a row, he again has his sunglasses on the entire time he is on camera. This time, soon to be EVP, Talent Acquisitions Cassandra Clausen is with Krissy. Clausen asks if Krissy will be alright before walking off.

Marquez dropped, "...You may call me Champagne Delight," again after Cassandra addressed him with a dismissive "...Antonio," prior to walking off. Krissy inquired why Marquez ignored Bruce's request earlier, which was met with, "He's not worth the time," and further insults towards Bruce.

Antonio requested an SWF World Heavyweight Championship match after he defeats Bruce at Supreme Challenge leading Krissy to reply with, "Why don't you worry about winning first? I'm not promising you anything - especially with the Elite Championship going inactive."

Marquez wasn't pleased but told Krissy that she would see things his way soon and that he thought the two will be able to work together. Krissy again excused herself, stating she actually had matters to attend to.

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***

The 2nd segment of the show had Fry and Chase build up a press conference to end the show with Mikey Lau and Remo. After Hewitt announced her promotion, she stated the company would open up to outside journalists, reporters, and bloggers to allow more transparency and access to fans and stockholders after the disaster of Richard Eisen.

Several of those reporters were debuting in the segment and Marquez was interested in seeing how they did, as the segment went on the 'Independent Journalist' Nomiki Pike (Hannah Gold, Thunderverse) was extremely impressive.

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***

After the show, a Luber took Marquez and Hewitt to a nice restaurant in downtown Madison. The two had a ride full of laughs with their driver who is the owner of a large wrestling group on Eyebook, and SWF is his favorite promotion. He was sad that he couldn't afford tickets to the show. Marquez got his Chirper information, followed him, and said he would get him tickets the next time SWF was in the Great Lakes.

The gesture impressed Adrienne, who is known for being a little selfish - but is quite kind at heart.

***

The two are almost done with their late dinner, each having had several glasses of champagne. Adrienne is noticeably feeling the alcohol as she also had a stout on top of the champagne, yet she's far from a drunken mess.

She is giggling at a story Marquez just told about a road story from SOTBPW when their busses got stuck and Soul Taker thought the cartel was going to hold them all up for money. Marquez did miss the small local shows from SOTBPW with local talent. Sports Entertainment was a far different life and culture from the customs of Lucha Libre.

"...Why aren't you single? I'd definitely s..." Adrienne catches herself and looks quite embarrassed as her face turns slightly red. Antonio smiles and immediately attempts to relax her, "You never know what may happen in the future, don't worry about it."

Adrienne collects herself, yet she is still noticeably sheepish, "Thank you, I didn't mean to make this awkward." Marquez laughs a bit, "It's not like I have heard it all from the boys about us hanging out on the road."

"Oh?" Adrienne asks. "What have they been saying, Mr. Marquez?" She asks confidently after collecting herself, "I'm sure your imagination has already answered that for you," Marquez says, purposely hyping up his latin accent.

"Oh right, this is on me this time," he says with a smile. "I guess that's fair," Adrienne charmingly responds.

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January 20, 2018

Less Stress, More Anticipation

The week was less hectic and saw Marquez study the SWF Library of Content, specifically focusing on Mikey Starr and "Pristine" Peter Pace feud between February 1980 to June 1981 as he wanted to become familiar with the history of the SWF as The Supreme Challenge approached. During that time the rivals had three singles matches, each having a different feel. It helped pass the time as was staying in a guest house of Jerry Eisen in New England for the time being.

In between his training regimen and talks with Jennifer, he kept busy by keeping up with the dirt sheets during the week and was shocked at some of the news he read while on his flight to Kansas.

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Marquez was amused how Stine keeps himself in the news, despite being injured and being little more than a regional indie hand. While getting situated backstage in his dress attire, in credence with the dress code he decided to look for several conversations with some of the other early arrivers - who got to the arena a full six hours before show time.

He had a conversation with Mikey Lau and learned that his mother is Japanese, later he spoke to Tom Gilmore about his time in BHOTWG. Finally, before the three hour arrival time, he had a chat with Jessie Pearce, Mikey, and Randy Legend about his time wrestling in Mexico while they were at catering.

***

"I think that sounds pretty good," Krissy Angelle says to Marquez an hour before show time as they go over their segment for later in the evening, "Don't be afraid to be stern with me," Marquez says encouraging her.

"They didn't make me General Manager for no reason," Krissy says with a confident smirk on her face.

***

As the first segment comes to an end with Mikey Lau and Remo being pulled apart by Agents and Security - Marquez watches the segment alone in a secluded part of the back, "Mikey definitely has some fire," Marquez says to himself as Mikey is shown refusing to back down and Margaret Roman encouraging him.

***

Bruce's segment with Women In Charge (WIC) is up, Bruce barges into their office and begins bickering at Adrienne about Marquez spitting on the legacy of the company. As he continues passionately; Louisa Angel, Cassandra Clausen, and Krissy Angelle walk up and have exchanges with him as well. The segments ends with Bruce warning them that they will take the fall if Marquez hurts the company since they will be in charge after Supreme Challenge.

"He's pretty good," Marquez says to himself as he watches the segment in the same place as before.

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***

Marquez and SWF Agent Richie Santana go over the final cues minutes before the segment with Krissy begins, "You got everything, Antonio?" Richie asks as he pats Marquez on the back who is wearing a fitted black shirt, white sunglasses, and fashionable jeans. "I got it," Marquez responds.

The segment went off without a hitch, Marquez approached Krissy in attempt to 'inform' her that after Supreme Challenge he would need favorable booking from her since he will be the 'man' in the company. Krissy pushed back and immediately became annoyed after Marquez dropped, "...You may call me Champagne Delight," after she referred to him as Antonio.

The future General Manager was neutral when it came to Marquez insulting Bruce after his passionate display earlier in the evening. Marquez couldn't even get her to remark on future SWF CEO and Chairwoman booking Bruce in the main event against Cannonball tonight. The segment came to an end after Krissy had enough and stated she had business to take care of and advised Marquez to get ready for Supreme Challenge since he was refusing to speak to the press until after the event.

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***

Bruce has just begun his Rockstar entrance, where he milks the crowd for a pop before his matches, one of the few elaborate entrance in the company. Cannonball is in the ring with bodyguard Bully hovering on the outside.

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The match was constructed to get the crowd invested and saw a lot of interference. As Marquez stated in the second in-ring with he and Bruce, he had no intentions of attacking or fighting Bruce - so he didn't make an appearance during nor after the match. Huey's chair came into play, but he ended up taking the New York Minute on it.

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"We may be able to have a great match after all," Marquez remarks to himself after the match comes to a conclusion. Adrienne Hewitt watching beside him nods her head, "Huey deserves some credit, the guy can make almost anyone look good," she adds.

***

After the show, Antonio, Tom Gilmore, and Skull DeBones are hanging out in Tom's hotel room in the moderately sized Kansas city. The three went out and had several beers, before returning to the hotel. "I'm sorry they bumped your Supreme Challenge match with Bruce to Time Of Trouble," Marquez says with sincerity in his voice.

"Ah, don't worry about that. It's all setting up something cool. This is for the better," Gilmore replies with class and sincerity. "What we should be talking about is what's up with you and the actress-model," Skull remarks in his Texas accent.

"We haven't done anything," Marquez says while laughing, "My girlfriend works for South of the Border," he quickly continues.

"I can respect that, Adrienne definitely likes you though," Skull responds. "I'm going to stay away from the dating life for a bit," Gilmore adds in, still finding his way after the amicable divorce from Jessie Pearce.

"I also still have to work house shows for six more months," he adds while laughing a bit - being the only one in the room who travels full-time with the company. "Jerry still has you on the road full-time?" Skull asks a hint of shock in his voice.

"Yeah, I work about three or four of the house shows every month. He told me I won't have to worry about them during next negotiations," Gilmore begins, "I'll get to see my son more after that," he continues.

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January 19, 2018

Relaxing After The Show, Are They...

Remo is heard grumbling as he walks through the open hotel lobby towards the elevator, "...Stupid kid owes me money." He barks out underneath his breath, Adrienne and Antonio hear from the small restaurant off to the side.

South Dakota isn't known for its nightlife or much of anything regarding entertainment. After a brief conversation with Jennifer, who was on her way to a SOTBPW booking, and catching up with Tom Gilmore and Skull DeBones - who had finally gotten over his protege's Andrew Rawls suspension, Adrienne texted him with an invitation to eat at the "Dakota Inn" downstairs within the hotel.

The two are dressed down, Antonio wearing one of his new white 'Champagne Delight' shirts and matching sweatpants with the logo also present. Adrienne is wearing yoga pants and a long sleeve red and black shirt which fits her comfortably.

"Is that why Walker was here for Supreme TV?" Marquez asks in reference to Remo who had stormed off up some stairs, "Yeah, evidently he think Spencer owes him money and Spencer denies it, things got ugly." Adrienne responds sliding her cellphone over to him with a story on the screen from this past weekend.

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After looking at the story Antonio picks up the cell phone and hands it back to Adrienne who smiles, "Such the gentleman," she responds warmly. Marquez returns the gesture before asking, "Excited about your movie shoot?"

Adrienne sighs briefly before leaning her elbow on the table. The thirty-year-old manages to look ravishing even when not trying, "Yeah, I get to play a rather three-dimensional character, it's not a Jessica Thunder role, but it's nice...It sucks that I won't be at Supreme Challenge."

Silence falls on the table. The hotel has a number of guests, most are already in their room. The restaurant has several normal guests and Mikey Lau, Margaret Roman, and Randy Legend (Bumfhole) also eating. The group is laughing and having a good time, Lau and Legend evidently became good friends just over a year ago.

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Adrienne takes a bite out of her salad, covered in ranch dressing as Marquez takes a bite out of his soft taco, "Not quite like in Mexico, but not bad," he states almost as if talking to himself, bringing a slight smile from Adrienne.

"Oh, Jerry let me know that I'm going to have a segment with Bruce next week," she says after remembering, "Yeah, I have one with Krissy."

She smiles, "Krissy is fun, spends almost all her time with Rudy though." Marquez taps his hand on the table several times before taking a sip of water, a playful grin comes over his face.

"What?" The Canadian starlet asks, "Is it true that you got Breston Blonde a job when you two were dating?" Adrienne laughs briefly and straightens up at the table, immediately folding her legs in the booth, the immediate gesture causes a laugh to come from Marquez.

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"Listen, let me tell you about Breston. Yeah, that's true. We were dating for years, going back to when we were in AWF before Trillion made Cesar Kaslow CEO and they called him Caleb Adonis," Marquez nods as Adrienne continues. "So, yeah after they signed me I talked to Jerry and got him to take a look at his tape. They sent a scout out to watch him live and signed him..."

"So, what happened between you two?" Marquez asks in a playful tone. Adrienne brings her hands together in front of her face, "He's a nice enough guy, he's just extremely immature and doesn't take much seriously. He thought his training in RIPW was a joke and almost got his chested caved in by a chop by Bruce The Giant for laughing during a session."

"Wow," is the only response Marquez can come up with, "Yeah, we ended it on decent enough terms. You'll get to know him pretty well soon enough," Adrienne says hinting at upcoming plans.

"We've exchanged some messages lately, he does seem a little goofy, but cool enough," he responds. "Do you have any promotion appearances coming up for Supreme Challenge?"

SWF sticks pretty hard to Kayfabe, so Heels do less of the fan interaction type stuff, "I have several in a few weeks. I'll just pretty much just show up places and say I'm better than Bruce and leave."

Adrienne pokes at her salad a bit, "Things got pretty serious out there tonight, huh?" She asks before taking another bite. Antonio leans back in the booth and thinks momentarily, "I guess that happens when there isn't a script," he responds before pausing.

"He really didn't have to go into the money though," he finishes. Adrienne continues to chew, deciding to not dive into deeper on the subject.

January 19, 2018

Is That An In-Ring I See?

Marquez was quite proud his first appearance on Supreme TV led to a 16.70 rating, the shows highest in six years. However, the attention he gathered through the week created quite a stir. A statement from his former employers to the reputable IFWN on Friday of the 3rd week of June caused his phone and Chirper account to explode over the weekend with fans and journalists looking for him to make a public statement.

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Antonio took it slightly personally as he hasn't received a message from SOTBPW Owner and Promoter Jorge Ibanez since he signed with SWF. For Marquez's part, the two remained close friends - but he wasn't sure where Jorge stood on the matter.

The Friday news made up for the slow news day on Wednesday, as Marquez was amused what was floating around various sites as a feature news item.

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Other than lifting weights and receiving treatment at the SWF Headquarters during the week he attempted to distance himself from the noise. He had daily phone calls with Jennifer and was able to secure backstage clearance for her, El Fuerza, and El Heroe Mexicano in order for them to attend The Supreme Challenge as guests.

He had so much on his plate that he hadn't even really begun searching for a house in the area, yet Marquez was used to moving around constantly after spending years working the vast lucha circuit for SOTBPW.

So when Monday came to board his flight to South Dakota for Supreme TV he was excited, if not relieved to get back into the locker room. He and Jerry spoke at SWF Headquarters on Saturday about the rundown for Marquez on the next two Supreme TV broadcasts. Jerry trusted him to run without a script and kept the creative team from even attempting to meddle with the character Marquez had begun to craft.

***

"Yeah....that sounds great. I think we'll be able to pull that off well...Yeah, we can talk more about it soon," were Marquez's words as he hangs up from his phone conversation. He sits in the locker room wearing a black vest, dress pants, and shoes going along with a grey dress shirt. White sunglasses hang from the neck of his vest, waiting to be placed on his face.

"How goes it, Antonio?" SWF Executive Vice President of Talent Relations, Drake Walker says as he approaches. Drake was on location for the show attempting to mitigate any more drama from going on. "Pretty good," Marquez responds as he stands up to greet him.

"You ready to open the show?" Drake asks with slight anticipation, "This is a pretty big moment," he continues. Antonio grins, not at all nervous about the segment.

"I'm definitely ready," he replies with confidence. Krissy Angelle and Adrienne Hewitt catch the eye of Marquez over Walker's shoulder. Angelle has her arm linked around that of El Cortador, who she has been dating since November of last year.

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Walker turns his head just in time to see Adrienne give Antonio a brief wave and a smile. Walker turns his attention back towards Marquez, "Oh, okay. I see what's going on," he says with an impressed tone in his voice.

"It's not like that," Marquez quickly responds.

***

Marquez is wearing the same outfit and is waiting at the go position. Black Hat Bailey again waits at the top of the steps wearing a headset the Head SWF Agent looks back towards Antonio who is getting ready as the crowd is primed for Supreme TV after the conclusion of the dark match ten minutes ago.

"It's just like what we went over earlier today, you'll know your cue," Bailey directs towards Marquez as the Supreme TV theme plays through the 1080 Centre in South Dakota, signifying the official start of Supreme TV.

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Welcome to Supreme TV! I'm Duane Fry and we are coming to you live from the sold out 1080 Centre in South Dakota and they are raucous and ready for the festivities to begin as we approach the 'Stage Of All Stages' The Supreme Challenge!

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I'm Emma Chase, and I still have no idea why I'm sitting next to this moron. I guess we all have to make a living somehow.

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You're so kind Emma...

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Wel....

<div style="text-align:center;">*Sounds of liquid being poured into a glass comes over the PA system*</div>

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What's that?

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Someone is pouring me the drink I so desperately need.

<div style="text-align:center;">As the pouring stops, we hear two glasses gently come together *TING* *TING* followed by a classy and confident female voice...

CHAMPAGNE...

DELIGHT....

As she speaks the words appear on the SWF Tron in white and gold graphics. Followed by confident laughter from Antonio Maxi Marquez.

Crowd: BOOOOOOOO!</div>

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It looks like Antonio Maxi Marquez is going to start us off this evening, there's probably a lot on his mind after his exchange with Jack Bruce last week!

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That's Champagne Delight to you Duane!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez's 007 spy esq instrumental begins to play as he steps into the arena with his back to the crowd. He puts on his sunglasses without ever turning around...

BOOM! BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

Explosions go off along the rampway as Marquez turns to face the arena, again without ever showing his eyes.</div>

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[impressed] Talk about an entrance...

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He has a lot to answer for after what he said last week!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez begins walking to the ring, again ignoring the jeers from the crowd. His strut is confident, cool, and collected - different from the other SWF Heels, who are often easily agitated. </div>

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He has nothing to answer for, don't you realize who this man is?!

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Of course, I do! That's why myself and millions of SWF fans want answers, we thought that kind of disrespect was above a man of the talents of Antonio Maxi Marquez!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez makes his way up the steel steps, he wipes his feet off before stepping into the ring. He looks out to the crowd who continue to send him massive amounts of heat.</div>

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He doesn't owe you nor these fans any answers or explanations. Greatness needs not explain itself to the unwashed.

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez makes his way over to the ropes and is handed a microphone by the ring assistant.</div>

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I am the lovable, tall glass of Champagne Perfection...

Crowd: BOOOOOO!

Marquez pauses with a smile on his face, seemingly enjoying the sound of the boos from the crowd.

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The sexiest man to ever drink Champagne...

Crowd: BOOOOOO!

Marquez continues to smile with his eyes shaded by the white sunglasses. He pauses briefly again as he leans up against the ropes.

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The Champagne Delight...Antonio Maxi Marquez!

Crowd: BOOOOOOO!</div>

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These fools just don't understand greatness when they see it.

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They cheer Jack Bruce....

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Exactly.

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I'm going to tell all of you a little story...a story about discovery and triumph. You see, I wasn't born into a family with an empire, hell I wasn't even born into a family with a legacy in Lucha Libre....Wait, I forgot that I'm in the United States and most of you are a bit stupid....

Crowd: BOOOOOOOOOO!

Marquez begins walking around the ring, again he's unmoved by the jeering.

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In Mexico, Lucha Libre is life. Those born into a family with a rich tradition in the business have a major advantage...I didn't have that. I had absolutely nothing! I began training when I was sixteen while going to school and working two jobs so I could help my mom support my two younger sisters.</div>

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That's noble, but that doesn't excuse his blatant disrespect for these fans!

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I finally graduated from wrestling school at eighteen and began my career. My first match was in front of forty people at a local market where rookies would get paid next to nothing to just have the opportunity to step into the ring. From that point I began crafting my legacy, I single handily rebuilt the prestige of Lucha Libre in Mexico. Which led to me starring in five movies, regular guest appearances in the top two soap opera's in Mexico, dozens of commercials, a dozen more endorsement deals, several restraunt chains, and most of all...

Marquez stops walking and begins rubbing the fingers of his left hand together.

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It led to endless money...More money than any of you hillbilly Americans have ever seen in your entire lives.

Marquez points out to the crowd.

Crowd: BOOOOO!

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You can hate him, but he's telling the truth!

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I'm not even sure why I came to this place, all of you are beneath me.

Crowd: *Clap Clap* Go Back! *Clap Clap* Go Back!

Marquez raises the microphone back to his lips, but the crowd persists.

Crowd: *Clap Clap* Go Back! *Clap Clap* Go Back!

Marquez smirks and lowers the microphone, he crosses his hands behind his back and says, "I'll wait" which further antagonizes the crowd.

Crowd: *Clap Clap* Go Back! *Clap Clap* Go Back!</div>

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I haven't heard a crowd in this big of a frenzy in quite some time.

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I'm sure you pendejos say that to every Mexican you come across...</div>

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Wow...

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Well, we are in South Dakota..

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez smirks as the crowd ramps it up even further!

Crowd: @uck You! *Clap Clap* @uck You! *Clap Clap*</div>

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This is precisely why I've come here, you fans need to realize what true greatness is inside this ring. You've become accustomed to subpar talent being pushed to the moon despite their gross limitations...

Marquez pauses as he leans his arms up against one of the corners, looking out over the crowd.

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Which brings me to my Supreme Challenge opponent, Jack Bruce...

Crowd: Bruce! Bruce! Bruce! Bruce! Bruce! Bruce!

Marquez begins walking around again, he wrinkles his forehead pretending he can't understand the chant.</div>

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These people love Jack Bruce!

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They aren't very bright.

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I thought I was the one whose second language is English...Speak clearly so I can understand you.

Marquez mockingly holds his left hand up to his ear.

Crowd: Bruce! Bruce! Bruce! Bruce!

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Jack, you quite frankly mean nothing to me. You are simply something to keep me busy before I take everything I want...

Marquez walks to the center of the ring and points down at the SWF logo.

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I'm already a bigger star than you and I'm far bigger than this company will ever be...

*Blistering Guitar Rift*

Crowd: YEAAAAA!</div>

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We all know what that means! Jack Bruce has heard enough!

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He doesn't know what he's walking into! "Champagne Delight" Antonio Maxi Marquez is unlike anyone he's ever faced before and that includes Christian Faith, Runaway Train, and current SWF World Heavyweight Champion Remo!

<div style="text-align:center;">When You Look Back...

Don't Forget The Time We Spent...

It All Goes By...

Like A New York Minute...

The crowd sings along with the popular lyrics as Jack Bruce comes from the back to frantic cheers. He walks directly to the ring looking at Marquez with a near look of confusion on his face.</div>

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We all witnessed the exchange they had last week, this could be electric.

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I can guarantee you that Jack Bruce has no idea what he's getting himself into.

<div style="text-align:center;">Bruce walks up the steel steps and into the ring, Marquez has a smirk on his face. He doesn't seem to be too bothered that Bruce is interrupting him. Bruce quickly gets a microphone from the ringside assistant.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'</a> />

That song is kind of catchy...

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Antonio....

Marquez immediately cuts him off.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'</a> />

...You may call me Champagne Delight.

Crowd: BOOOO!

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What is wrong with you? Are you seriously this bitter at the world that you have to come out here and insult these people? They make therapists for people with your issues.

The crowd cheers as Marquez nods his head, still seemingly unbothered. Bruce begins moving slightly from side to side.

</div>

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I've seen it all here throughout the years. There hasn't been anyone was has come or gone who didn't want to take the spot I earned...

Marquez sticks his left hand out and begins waving it towards Bruce, cutting him off.

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Earned? You believe you earned something? The only reason you were even brought into this company is because you could sing, play the guitar, and had a likable face that hillbilly's, like the one's here tonight, could relate to...

Crowd: BOOOOOO!</div>

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This is getting personal...

<div style="text-align:center;"><img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'</a> />

You're not even a great wrestler, you never were. At your best, you were slightly above average....Your entire legacy was handed to you by a company that was desperate to make a dollar.

Crowd: BOOOOO!

Bruce nods his head, not allowing the barbs to get to him.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/K0FwDXh.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/K0FwDXh.jpg'</a> />

You're one to talk about making a dollar, how many dollars did it take for you to gain the courage to even stand in this ring?

Crowd: Ohhhh!</div>

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/WVlzMFq.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/WVlzMFq.jpg'</a> />

That's low...

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez shifts his jaw briefly, slightly annoyed.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/K0FwDXh.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/K0FwDXh.jpg'</a> />

You wanted my attention and you wanted a match at the Supreme Challenge. I gave you both, what else do I have to give you for you to stop crying and wasting these people's time?

The crowd cheers at Bruce points out towards them.

</div>

<div style="text-align:center;"><img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'</a> />

You're so sure of yourself, but I'm the one who has the trophy case full of awards, I'm the one who has gained the praise of our colleagues around the world, I'm the one who is the biggest box office draw in the world. Hell, the last time I wasn't voted wrestler of the year, it was some guy named Kawashima...</div>

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/WVlzMFq.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/WVlzMFq.jpg'</a> />

Well, this got real....

<div style="text-align:center;"><img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'</a> />

So you're the la...</div>

<div style="text-align:center;"><img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/K0FwDXh.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/K0FwDXh.jpg'</a> />

When are you going to shut up? We're all tired of hearing your voice, are you ever just going to fight?</div>

The crowd erupts in cheers as Bruce begins unzipping his black leather jacket.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/yzWzjIV.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/yzWzjIV.jpg'</a> />

Uh, Oh!

<div style="text-align:center;">Marquez waves his hands and takes a step back.</div>

<div style="text-align:center;"><img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'</a> />

I have no interest in fighting you, Bruce. I gain nothing by beating you up...for me to get what I want, I have to defeat you at Supreme Challenge...on YOUR stage.

Crowd: BOOOOO!

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/K0FwDXh.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/K0FwDXh.jpg'</a> />

You definitely don't have it in you do something Christian Faith couldn't do. You have no idea what it's like to rock out on the largest stage in the business!

The crowd cheers again as Marquez simply grins and shakes his head.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/auMLwfq.jpg'</a> />

Your days of living off your privilege are over. At Supreme Challenge, I'm taking everything from you and exposing you as a fraud.

Marquez flips the microphone in the air as the victory version of his music begins playing. Bruce glares towards Marquez who walks up the ramp making money sign motions to the crowd without ever turning back to look at his Supreme Challenge opponent. </div>

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/b0Y2plJ.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/b0Y2plJ.jpg'</a> />

***

As Marquez disappears in the back he gets a pat on the back by Black Hat Bailey, "Great job," he says in a congratulatory tone. Antonio nods his head as he continues walking.

Many of the roster members clap for Antonio as he appears in the back after the 30-minute opening segment which left the crowd rocking. He takes the praise in stride and shakes a few hands.

Adrienne Hewitt especially shoots him a sweet smile once he walks into her line of sight.

***

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/8FlujQu.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/8FlujQu.jpg'</a> />*

*Randy Legend was attacked by The Triumvirate (Paul Huntingdon, Huey Cannonball, and Bully) in the Main Event leading to a DQ. "Lone Lion" Aaron Andrews and Mikey Lau came out for the save (DTA DDT is Andrews new Raven esq DDT). Remo drilled the much smaller Lau with his Destroyer finish (STO) to end the show and held the SWF World Heavyweight Championship with Margaret Roman (Lau's Manager/Trainer) looking on with her hands on her head.

January 19, 2018

Barbs Are Thrown, What Was That?

It came out in the locker room on Monday that last week Adisa Turkana, Andrew Rawls, and Matty Faith were all suspended after failed drugs tests after Supreme last week. Turkana failed due to marijuana, Rawls due to painkillers, and Faith steroids. Jerry Eisen suspended each and scrapped their bookings for Supreme Challenge, ouch.

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Antonio Marquez arrived at the Charlotte, North Carolina arena four hours early, an hour before the set arrival time. After getting his bags situated and stretching his shoulder, he was approached by the kayfabe SWF CEO and Chairwoman and the woman who was announced as the kayfabe SWF General Manager Krissy Angelle, the face turn was complete at the end of May, with the new direction of SWF being set.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/qyPhr2s.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/qyPhr2s.jpg'</a> />

Krissy looks Marquez up and down who has his back turned to the ladies, whispering to Hewitt as Marquez turns around. The two women sip their lattes before Krissy walks off and Hewitt approaches Antonio.

"Hello, I'm Adrienne," Adrienne adjusts her latte and extends her right hand, which Marquez quickly shakes, "Antonio, nice to meet you."

Adrienne smiles gently before retracting her hand, "I look forward to working with you when I get back from the shoot," she says with a friendly tone in her voice. Marquez nods his head, "I heard you were an actress, would be nice to work with you one day."

Adrienne playfully shrugs her shoulders, "Find a producer and let's make it happen." They both laugh as Marquez quickly looks over Adrienne who is wearing a rather form-fitting black dress, normal attire for her on-screen character.

After another brief exchange, Adrienne excuses herself to prepare for her role tonight, wanting to have a quick meeting with an Agent. Marquez quickly pulls his cell phone from his sweatpants pocket, "I better text Jennifer," he quickly whispers to himself.

***

Jack Bruce has been in the ring for approximately eight minutes, opening the show with an in-ring where he is addressing the Time of Trouble match against Tom Gilmore and the challenge Marquez laid out after he was victorious.

"Your music will cue after he accepts the challenge," Black Hat Bailey says to Marquez who nods. Antonio is wearing a white suit and black sunglasses.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/rlbdX8u.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/rlbdX8u.jpg'</a> />

"...This will be an iconic match and I won't keep my fans from seeing it...Marquez, I accept your challenge and will gladly face you at The Supreme Challenge!" The crowd roars in approval.

*Victory Version Of Marquez's theme*

"You're up," Bailey says smiling back at Marquez who begins his decent up the go position."

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/pKuTbkN.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/pKuTbkN.jpg'</a> />

"This is the music we heard on Sunday Night, Marquez is about to enter the arena!"

Marquez steps into the arena and the Charlotte, North Carolina explode and chants of "Champagne" are heard as he walks to the ring refusing to acknowledge the fans.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/nPrIqCR.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/nPrIqCR.jpg'</a> />

"This man barely needs an introduction. He's built himself an empire from the ground up. If he's here to shut up Jack Bruce, I'll support him!"

Marquez steps into the ring and asks for a microphone from the ring assistant. He slowly walks around for a moment looking out at the crowd who continues to cheer, even Bruce seems a bit excited that he has come to SWF.

As he pulls the microphone up to his mouth he quickly turns to Bruce for a moment and points at him.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/FtzjKig.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/FtzjKig.jpg'</a> />

"I'll get to you in just a second..." he says with a near playful tone in his voice, turning his attention back towards the crowd, "...I find it interesting that all of you ignorant and dumb fans believe that I'm here for your pathetic groveling."

The blissful cheers immediately turn into jeers at the blink of an eye. In the back of the shot, Bruce shakes his head in disappointment at the disrespect shown by Marquez.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/nPrIqCR.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/nPrIqCR.jpg'</a> />

"That's exactly what I like to hear!"

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/pKuTbkN.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/pKuTbkN.jpg'</a> />

"Of course it is, it's the same disdain you show for the fans every week!"

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/nPrIqCR.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/nPrIqCR.jpg'</a> />

"Who even are you, again?"

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/FtzjKig.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/FtzjKig.jpg'</a> />

"My name is Antonio Maxi Marquez," the jeers from the crowd continue to reign down on him. Marquez smiles wide as he turns his attention back to Jack Bruce. Prior to continuing, he moves his free left hand up and down as to size up Bruce who stands leaned up against the turnbuckles.

"You may call me," Marquez pauses briefly for dramatic effect, "Champagne Delight."

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/2b8n03G.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/2b8n03G.jpg'</a> />

***

After the segment, Marquez looked around for Bruce, yet was informed that he had left the arena immediately following their 30-minute opening. The news led to Marquez hanging out at catering where had a brief conversation with Skull DeBones, Scythe DeBones, and Tom Gilmore.

Afterwards, he watched the rest of the show in the back while exchanging texts with Jennifer who was watching in Mexico. She told him that there was a lot of buzz on the internet about his segment. Marquez was aware, as his Chirper account had an additional 6,000 followers since the segment. Since his surprise appearance at Times Of Trouble, he's seen a total of 15,000 new followers in under a week.

***

After the show came to an end and Marquez had changed into his 'going out' attire of a black collar shirt and jeans he was startled by a gentle voice behind him, "Want to grab a drink with me," Marquez turns after nearly jumping to see Adrienne Hewitt with a smile on her face, "I'm actually a fan of champagne," she says coyly.

Marquez laughs, "That would be nice, I still don't know too many in the locker room." Adrienne nods, "Yeah, there's been quite a bit of drama lately, but that's another story. I've already called a Luber ride, it should be here soon."

Marquez nods and notices that Adrienne has changed into a shorter black dress with pronounced high heels and stockings.

***

"I didn't know restaurants stayed open this late in this area," Marquez says looking across the table at Adrienne who is sipping on a glass of champagne. A quaint fish dish with artisan rolls and a gourmet soup finishes her meal.

Marquez is finishing up a steak, while also having enjoyed a few glasses of smooth champagne. The high-class grille has around twenty or so other patrons aside from the two SWF employees - the wait staff had already visited them three times, with one individual recognizing Adrienne from a movie role from several years ago.

The two had declined dessert and were seemingly finishing up for the evening, "What do you think of the company so far," Adrienne says with genuine interest, slightly leaning forward. "It's different from SOTBPW, the locker room is a bit chaotic right now, but it's good - I haven't had any problems."

"Bruce has avoided even speaking to me aside from when we're in the ring," he continues, putting his fork back on the table. Adrienne laughs slightly, "Homeboy doesn't say much to the boys," she replies, "I've mostly seen him talking to the Agents and other staff members, but he keeps his distance from those around his level," she continues before taking another sip of champagne, slightly staining the glass with her lipstick.

"Jennifer warned me about the politics here when I signed, we heard a lot of rumors in Mexico," Marquez states, hoping the mention of his girlfriend doesn't upset Adrienne, "There are some that are problems, but nothing you won't be able to handle," she says in stride with a smile on her face.

"We should probably get back to the hotel soon," Adrienne says with a yawn, "I've got a plane to Toronto in the morning, I'm spending time with family the rest of the week."

"I'm going to be in Connecticut getting treatment on my shoulder and training for this match with Bruce," he says confidently. "I'll call us a Luber," Antonio continues.

"This is on me by the way, my treat," Adrienne says with a smile, "I'm not old-fashioned," she quips. "So, you're like the on-screen Adrienne?" Marquez's joke causes them both to laugh briefly.

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January 18, 2018

So It Begins, Night Out

<div style="text-align:center;">Chapter 2: Debut To Debut, The Supreme Challenge</div>

Supporting Cast

Jerry Eisen: SWF Senior Vice President, Creative

Drake Walker: SWF Executive Vice President, Talent Relations

Jennifer Heat (Jennifer Villa): SOTBPW Manager, Currently dating Antonio Maxi Marquez

Black Hat Bailey (Bo Bailey): SWF Head Agent

Enforcer Roberts (Phillip Roberts): SWF Senior Agent

Richie Santana: SWF Agent

Jack Bruce: The Headliner

Remo: SWF World Heavyweight Champion

Adrienne Hewitt: On-Screen Character, Actress

El Fuerza: SOTBPW Star

El Heroe Mexicano: SOTBPW Blue Chipper

"This is a circus," Marquez remarks to himself as he sits backstage in the South Carolina arena. Marquez is wearing a two piece white suit, black sunglasses hang from his black collar shirt. The attire has gold and black trimmings, which probably cost him several thousand dollars. Earlier in the evening, Valiant took the up and comer Lincoln Skills under his wing as a protege, which was a cool moment as Marquez had briefly spoken to several members of the locker room as Times Of Trouble was about to begin.

Jessie Pearce had come up to him several hours ago, the two had a pleasant conversation including Jessie speaking about her son and being generally pleasant. The couple El Mitico Jr and Andrea Alexis Winters also approached Marquez, the two were happy over the news of learning that Andrea was pregnant last week. The two haven't really discussed marriage and were generally nice.

While nobody was openly hostile towards Marquez; VIP, Rogue, and Jack Bruce each passed on the opportunity to introduce themselves. One of the leaders of the locker room, Tom Gilmore nodded towards him but was rushing, yet promised to catch up with Marquez later after the show.

Jerry Eisen walks up and gives Marquez a playful smack on the shoulders, "Ready for tonight Mr. Marquez? This look is great!" Antonio looks up towards Eisen with a smile on his face.

"Far more active than the SOTBPW locker room, but I'm definitely ready for tonight." Jerry nods his head in approval, "Good, good. I'll be back here most of the night after the opening segment if you have any questions there are about a dozen Agents running around."

"Jerry, you have to get going, we have two minutes," states a backstage assistant who walked up in a near panic. "Got to go," Jerry says in the direction Marquez as he walks off with the backstage assistant.

Marquez turns towards a flat screen monitor in the back. Several backstage assistants are gathered around watching. Most of the other workers are around catering, discussing their matches, or goofing around.

***

Marquez now stands at the go position, several hours into the show, now wearing the sunglasses and waiting for his cue from Black Hat Bailey who has an earpiece in The South Carolina crowd is raucous, Bailey is peaking through to the arena with Antonio standing several feet behind him.

The crowd roars, "He just hit the New York Minute, get ready." Marquez hears as the crowd counts to three as Bruce scores the pinfall in a battle of the two top faces on Supreme, however, instead of his music blasting over the PA a new song begins to play, which causes confusion from the crowd.

"Go!" Bailey points towards Marquez as he walks up the steps and walks into the arena. A number of fans immediately react in shock at seeing the man they know as Champagne Lover. Others aren't sure what's happening.

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"Oh my goodness! Is that?!

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"I'm doubting that my own name is Clay Clinton right now! There is no way that he's here!"

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/tZcf3oi.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/tZcf3oi.jpg'</a> />

"That really is Antonio Maxi Marquez! Here's here!"

The combined Supreme, Elite, and Uprising brand announce team is in shock as the crowd goes nuts as Marquez walks up the steel steps and enters the ring.

<div style="text-align:center;">Now is my time to shine.</div>

Marquez grabs a microphone from the ring assistant.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/BIV9cP9.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/BIV9cP9.jpg'</a> />

"Hi, Jack. I'm going to make this extremely quick. By the way, impressive win tonight." The crowd continues cheering as Marquez grins and looks around. As planned Jack Bruce stands in near shock at who is standing in the ring with him.

"You and I," Marquez moves his left index finger back and forth between himself and Bruce who stands across the ring, "Should wrestle at The Supreme Challenge," Marquez delivers the line in a matter of fact tone before flipping the microphone into the air. The static caused by it crashing to the mat can barely be heard as the crowd erupts.

Marquez immediately turns and leaves the ring, using the steel steps and adjusting his suit jacket as he does so.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/Jd44I96.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/Jd44I96.jpg'</a> />

"Antonio Maxi Marquez just challenged Jack Bruce to a match at The Supreme Challenge! I can't believe this! Nobody could have ever imagined that this day would have come!"

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/AsTfxq0.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/AsTfxq0.jpg'</a> />

"There couldn't be a bigger match to happen on a bigger stage! Adrienne Hewitt, Louisa Angel, and Cassandra Clausen need to do everything possible to make this match happen!"

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/tZcf3oi.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/tZcf3oi.jpg'</a> />

"Not to sound like a nerd, but I'm absolutely marking out! This is an amazing moment in SWF history!

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/INcJ3CU.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/INcJ3CU.jpg'</a> />

***

Around an hour after the show, Antonio Marquez has changed into a grey and black collar shirt and some jeans. His brown, gold, and white hair sits perfectly. A hand comes on his shoulder causing Marquez to turn and see Tom Gilmore, "There's a nice bar close by Skull and I are heading over - you're coming with us."

"Definitely," Marquez shoots back with a grin, looking forward to the opportunity to get out of hiding, "Let's go," Gilmore says with a smile.

***

Several hours later at approximately 1 am. Skull, Tom, and Antonio sit in a semi-crowded bar with several college students, locals, SWF backstage hands, and Clay Clinton who is just on his way out after speaking to the three for about half an hour.

"The internet is buzzing about you Antonio," Skull says as he puts his cellphone back in his pocket, "Looks like you created a big splash," he says after taking a sip from his stout.

"Hopefully, there's a lot more coming. This is a huge opportunity," Marquez says after sipping on his drink. "You definitely will, you just have to stay above the politics," chimes Gilmore.

"The dirt sheets are a lot more vicious here than what I've heard about Mexico." Skull claims, who looks quite different when he isn't in his Avenging Angel get up.

<img src='<a href="https://i.imgur.com/ggAAvYj.jpg'" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/ggAAvYj.jpg'</a> />*

The Mikey Lau v Frederick Garcia match was a Supreme Challenger, Challenge match for Lau's SWF World Heavyweight Championship match at The Supreme Challenge.

The Valiant v Joe Sexy match was a Supreme Challenger, Challenge match for Valiant's SWF Elite Championship match at The Supreme Challenge.

January 17, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;">Between Chapter Chat</div>

After each chapter ends I will publish an entry which explains something in the game, yet doesn't give away any spoilers as to what happens next. In this entry, I will speak on the brand split, how it came about, how it's ending, and major storylines on the brands.

There was an angle surrounding Richard Eisen and his Eisen Corporation stable (Paul Huntingdon, Brandon James (Before he was poached by SOTBPW), Krissy Angelle (As the manager for all), Randy Legend (Randy Bumfhole), Huey Cannonball, Bully (Bear Bekowski), and Marat Khoklov).

Huey and Randy were a part of a TLCT SWF Tag Tem (Table, Ladders, Chairs, & Tragedy) match at Supreme Challenge 2016 (the Brand Split began the day after). They both turned on their partners Zimmy (changed his name to ZimTastic) and Jefferson Stardust - leading to Real Concept (High Concept under their legal names) to take the victory. Eclipse Alpha was also in this match (Edd Stone as Stone and Steven Parker as Steven). They took a stunt bump off a ladder to tables on the outside which caused the double Heel turn (ZimTastic and Stardust both went to the Elite brand and Randy and Huey went to Supreme, so they haven't interacted for about a year).

The storyline had it that the SWF Board of Directors were concerned over the power-hungry nature of Richard and brought in Adrienne Hewitt as President to oversee the product in a vote behind Richard's back. Adrienne hired Louisa Angel (Raven Nightfall) and Cassandra Clausen (Britney Hollywood) as Executive Vice President, Elite (Angel) and Executive Vice President, Uprising (Cassandra) to fill out the three Brands.

During PPV's the four women would often have a Press Box segment of them drinking wine and champagne, discussing everything going on. Adrienne would be the only talent to appear on all brands and would often deal with Richard on Supreme and keep him from turning the program into an Eisen Corporation special.

On the Supreme TV following Awesome Impact 2017 in March, Paul, Huey, and Bully turned on Randy and Richard in the opening segment in-ring with Krissy watching on in shock. They beat down Richard pretty bad, putting him through a table after taking The Elixir (Pedigree) from Paul (Who has a new Elixir gimmick). Marat came down and had a stare down with them before he grabbed Richard and carried him off. Paul, Bully, and Huey then walked off leaving Krissy to check on Randy, turning him Face and creating The Triumvirate (Bully, Randy, and Huey were known as Stolen Show before accepting Richard's offer to join Eisen Corporation with Paul after Brandon James left).

Several weeks went on and Richard finally did a segment from the hospital stating he was resigning from his CEO and chairman position from SWF, being fed up with the company and it almost killing him - writing him off programming. During this time there was a build up as to what was going to happen to Adrienne, Angel, and Clausen as the Board Of Directors had to decide.

Several weeks later Adrienne announced (with Angel and Clausen) that the Board decided to promote her to CEO and Chairwoman due to her handling Richard with class. Adrienne announced that she promoted Angel to SWF President, in charge of the day to day operations of the company. Claussen was promoted to Executive Vice President, Talent Relations in charge of scouting, hiring, and firing talent.

Here are the bios of those three:

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While on Elite (Tuesday Show) the stars have been "The Predator" Apex (Primus Allen) led by Thorn (Cassia Charisteas from Thunderverse) in the House of Thorn stable along with Broken (Masked Rhino Umaga), and Etano (Samoan Machine).

ZimTastic was Elite Champion, Valiant has played a key role, Rogue, as well.

The title of the Brand Split are the following:

Elite

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I'm not currently a graphics maker person, so I just used the Supreme Title image. I wanted the biggest star power on the Supreme TV brand, but wanted the World Heavyweight belt there as well...sooo...shrug.

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Eason Extravagence = Lenny Rhodes

Eagle Foot = Soaring Eagle, Thunderverse

The TV title has old school 15-minute time limits for every title match.

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"The Beautiful" Breston Blonde = Caleb Adonis from Thunderverse he and Justin Sensitive are Just Plain Beautiful, the lackies of Joe Sexy

Supreme

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Aaron Andrews = "Lone Lion" Aaron Andrews with a Loner gimmick after Jerry poached him from TCW.

A lot of drama here, VIP needed creative control to sign. He refused to put over Turkana in any way, had to run an angle that Hewitt stripped him for cheating and then awarded the title to Turkana. This explains the reference in chapter one hinting at VIP being difficult to put up with. Jerry actually gave him several months off after VIP put over Skull DeBones in a casket match, leading to the narrative of the album.

Donte Natural = Marcus Franklin from the Thunderverse

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This is the Campeónato de Herencia de Mundo MPWF which was purchased and used as a way to help SWF on the events in Mexico. Once Hewitt was promoted to CEO she stated she was retiring the title, restoring the original name, and sending the newly designed title to the Lucha Libre Hall Of Fame.

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Randy Legend and Huey Cannonball were known as 'You Love Us' while Bruce and Gilmore were known as Angry Rock. There were two Tag Title changes on the August wk 4 2016 Supreme TV. Angry Rock defeated Real Concept to open the show, were challenged by You Love Us and they lost the titles in the main event.

Uprising

(Treated as minor brand)

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Roddy Ready = Roderick Remus

Lucifer's Lamb = Reaver back in a new mask

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Smoke and Monty = Business Opportunity

Fox and Hawaiin = High Flying Fun

Galindo and Cortador = Latin Kings, Known as Latino Leaders in SWF

During the Hewitt press conference she announced that after the Brand Split the World, IC, NA, TV, Sky Club, World Tag Team, and US Titles would remain.

The holders of the Sky Club Tag, Mexican Heritage Championship, and Uprising titles will be defended in the Pre-Show of Supreme Challenge with the winners of each receiving a title shot on Elite (Monday, day after Supreme challenge). Sky Club Tag (US Tag Titles), Mexican Heritage (TV), and Uprising (North American).

Finally, I actually hadn't pre-planned on doing this dynasty. Richard Eisen giving me the leeway (for the 1st time) to drop a huge offer was what sparked it. Lethal, NOTBW, TCW, AWF, all popped in to speak to the then Champagne Lover, but immediately dropped out when they saw how much money was being offered. SOTBPW didn't give up easily, but they weren't willing to add additional years.

After he signed I had the idea to do this dynasty.

January 17, 2018

In Attendance

"I only have one interview tonight, use the number I gave you if anything comes up," SWF Senior Vice President, Creative tells Antonio Maxi Marquez before leaving the RV SWF rented to 'hide' Marquez who was attending his first Supreme TV tonight. The RV was blocked off by security and conveniently hidden behind the Virginia arena. Marquez arrived at around 9 AM in order to avoid any possibility of being seen by fans or bloggers. He has grown tired of the secrecy and not being able to go in public, however, despite the irritation, he was aware that it would all be worth it soon.

Aside from meeting Bo "Black Hat" Bailey, the Head Agent of the Supreme Brand, Marquez hadn't interacted with much of the talent. Aside from Bailey, Drake Walker, Mikey Bandini, Emily Young, the payroll department, and of course Richard Eisen - not many knew of his signing besides of course Jerry, Remo, and Jack Bruce.

Evidently, Remo was quick to ask questions when his contract increased from $60k monthly to $124k due to his wage matching being clause being activated. Jerry informed Marquez that Bruce immediately knew who had been signed in order for his contract to elevate. Despite him not outwardly saying he had a problem with Marquez being signed, Jerry felt there was a hint of jealousy coming from the former 8x SWF World Heavyweight Champion.

Marquez figured that Tom Gilmore and Jessie Pearce, who had divorced in September 2016 under amicable terms had asked questions, especially with Tom's Supreme Challenge match against Bruce being bumped up a month earlier to Times Of Trouble.

Antonio adjusts the flat screen volume with a remote as the show is two minutes from beginning on C.A.N.N. "These late evening start times will take some time to get used to," Marquez whispers to himself as he adjusts the collar of his fitted black shirt. "I don't see why I couldn't debut tonight, would probably help Times Of Trouble do better business," he shrugs before taking a drink of his Power Guide drink.

As the intro theme to Supreme TV begins playing Marquez perks up a bit, his interests being peaked upon hearing the legendary guitar rift signifying Jack Bruce is about to enter the arena. "This is going to be a barn-stormer Emma, we're getting this show kicked off with some words from the biggest star to ever step foot in an SWF ring!"

The words from long-time SWF Announcer Duane Fry bring a slight grin to the face of Antonio Maxi Marquez, "That won't be true for long," he says to himself with competitive confidence.

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*Hewitt = Adrienne Hewitt (From Thunderverse fame), WIC = Women In Charge, Kayfabe SWF Executives including Hewitt, Louisa Angel (Raven Nightfall), & Cassandra Clausen (Britney Hollywood), V = Velocity, The tag team of Spencer Spade and Brett Biggins (Emmy Manages both), The Best = "Mr. Hawaii" Dwayne Kai from Thunderverse, The Monster is Leati The Headhunter, TG = Tom Gilmore, RC = Real Concept, FKA High Concept, now managed by Tiffany Strange (Sweet Tabitha), M & M = Mikey Lau (also ML at times) and "The Source" Margaret Roman (Elizabeth Cartier) who is his manager, TT = The Triumvirate (Paul Huntingdon, Huey Cannonball, and Bully (Bear Bekowski stable), SOV = Sons Of Virtue (Skull and his son Scythe DeBones), IT = Inverted Tetrad Stable (Matthew DeVille, Severn (Guerrero Muerte), and Diverted Sect (Aziz Landor & Byme) [FKA The Ring Generals], "World Ambassador" Adisa Turkana ("The Assassin" Makutsi), UD = Universe Destruction Anakim (Avalanche) & Reptoid (Killer Shark), managed by "The Prophet Zeta Reticuli (FKA Travis Century), Madman Dube = Ricky DeColt, Poundstone (OG Sweet from Thunderverse), Twisted Rush = Joseph Orton and Reggie Rush (Erik Wayne from Thunderverse), KA = Krissy Angelle

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