Post by Jonny Cedrone on Apr 13, 2024 19:16:31 GMT -5
The scene opens up at the Concord Pt Lighthouse in Harmer’s Town. Running on the promenade that runs along the Susquehanna River, from the lighthouse to the park, is former US, Hardcore, Tag Team and Trios Champion, Jonny Cedrone. He tries to mind his own business, but he notices somebody following him around like a gnat. He stops, takes his earbuds out of his ears, smiles and addresses the person.
“Hi! How you doin’ this mornin’?”
“I’m good Mr. Cedrone. How are you doing? A good morning for a run isn’t it?”
“It truly is! Not hot. Not too cold. The sun risin’ over Perryville on the other side of the mighty Susquehanna. It’s a great day to be in Harmer’s Town!”
“The people of this Town agrees with the sentiment, especially with all of these great plans for the reconstruction and enhancement of Harford Memorial Hospital. You have been the talk of the town ever since you made that announcement Mr. Cedrone. If you were to ever run for mayor, I’m sure you’d be voted in unanimously!”
“Aw shucks. I don’t have any interest in runnin’ for any type of office. I have waaay too many skeletons in my closet.”
Jonny and the person share a chuckle.
“Havin’ bein’ born in that hospital and growin’ up in and near Harmer’s Town and havin’ my first job here, I’ve loved this town my entire life and I have ALWAYS believed in givin’ back to the community! What better way to give back to the community than to build a bigger and better hospital AND in doin’ so, improvin’ the economy and creatin’ jobs. It’s a win-win if you ask me!”
“Oh absolutely! Everyone in town agrees with you one-hundred percent!”
Jonny takes a drink from his water bottle as the person kinda stands there awkwardly.
“Not to sound like a jerk but…”
“Oh yeah! Of course! I’m sorry to have interrupted you and your run sir. I’ll let you go. Good luck on Monday night!”
“Thank you very much…I’m sorry, what’d you say your name was?”
“Donnie.”
“Thank you very much Donnie! It was a pleasure meetin’ ya!”
“The pleasure was all mine!”
They shake hands before going their separate ways. Jonny puts his earbuds back in his ears before the scene fades to black. It cuts back in with a video montage of Jonny Cedrone working out with him performing the voiceover with his thoughts on the events that have led up to right now and the situation that sits in front of him next week.
“No matter what I’ve done in this business, I’m always strivin’ to be better. I’m always strivin’ to be the best.”
“I’ve always taken pride in my work in that ring, win, lose or draw. When I step into that ring, the People know that they’re about to witness a wrestlin’ clinic. The People know that I’m goin’ to leave every fiber of my bein’ in that ring. The People know that they’re about to watch the absolute best match on the card. Each and every time! Without question.”
“Last week I participated in a Triple Threat match against two very credible and formidable opponents in Niobe Martin and Jaice Wilds. Two hungry lions in this sport that want to etch their names among the very best this sport has to offer. Last week, I proved that I was that much hungrier. Last week I went out to that ring and I proved to them and the rest of the roster of Action Wrestlin’ that I’m much more than just a pretty face. I proved that I’m in this to win it!”
“I knew that when I came into Action Wrestlin’ a few years ago that I had a lot to prove. I knew that there was a ladder that I had to climb. I knew that despite my past accomplishments, this was a clean slate. I had to start all over again.”
“But now, gone are the days where I’m just some glad-handin’, happy to be here hack. Gone are the days where I’m some “easy” pushover or some jobber to the stars. If you’re gonna beat me, I’m gonna take a piece of your ass with me. Now it’s time for Jonny Cedrone to shine! Now it’s time for Jonny Cedrone to take his rightful spot at the top of the mountain that is Action Wrestlin’! Now is the time for Jonny Cedrone to put his name on everybody’s lips! Now it’s time for Jonny Cedrone to be synonymous with Action Wrestlin’ and the best this business as to offer!”
“What better way to do that than to win this Road to Havoc Tournament? What better way than to enter the Havoc Rumble at number thirty and ultimately win it and go on to Evolution and challenge for the World Championship?”
“Step one of that mission is complete. I can check off Niobe Martin and Jaice Wilds, but honestly the next step won’t be easy. In fact, each round of this tournament only gets tougher and tougher. The weakest continue to get weeded out, leavin’ only the strongest; leavin’ only the hungriest sharks circlin’ their prey.”
“But the next step is especially tougher than the last – not to take anything away from Niobe and Jaice. They gave me the fight of my life, but nothin’ like my next opponent.”
“Jessie Lee.”
“When I first got to Action Wrestlin’, I was put into the Hardcore division and the Champion at that time was the legend herself, Ash Blake. Tougher than nails. Don’t take no shit off nobody. You damn near had to kill the woman in order to beat her. The same thing can be said about Jessie Lee.”
“Jessie and I have a bit of a past. When I first moved up into the US Championship division, Jessie was among the competitors in the division. We battled it over to see who would get the shot at the Title. We battled it over the Championship itself. Hell, she dethroned me the first time I won the Championship!”
“Every time we stepped into the ring with one another she let me know just how fittin’ the name “Aussie Assault” is. Just when you think you got her beat, she comes back and kicks your ass like someone hired her to do so. Her spirit doesn’t break. Her bones don’t break. Her mind doesn’t break. She’s unbreakable and indestructible! But that doesn’t mean that I’m not gonna try!”
“After losin’ the US Championship in such short manner, I’m in retribution mode. This mission to win Havoc is everything that I’m livin’ for. It’s part of my retribution. It’s part of my lifeblood. It’s part of my “thank you letter” to The People for supportin’ me through everything that’s happened. Unfortunately for Jessie Lee, she’s findin’ herself in my way.”
“Jessie Lee, I may have the utmost respect for ya, but much like it did for Niobe and Jaice last week, once that bell rings to start our match, that respect goes flyin’ out the window. Once we stand across the ring from one another, only one thing matters and that’s winnin’ the match. I know that if I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a thousand times…I’m winnin’ this fight at any cost. By any means necessary. If I have to twist you up like a pretzel, then someone get out the mustard. If I have to break your bones, the trainer in the back will be more than happy to re-set them for ya. I’m gonna give you everything I’ve got Jessie and I expect nothin’ less in return from you. Blood, sweat and tears will be shed in that ring Monday night…just don’t be surprised if most of it comes from you!”
“I’m not holdin’ back. Not anymore. This is too important. This means more to me than life itself. If I have to die in order to achieve this mission, then dammit all if I won’t! I promise you that I’m gonna go as long as there’s breath still in this body! So do whatever you want to with me and whatever you need to me, just understand that it’ll all be a waste of your time and energy because once the dust settles and the smoke clears from this titanic clash…MY hand will be raised in victory and I’LL be advancin’ in the tournament.”
“Trust me when I say that I’m lookin’ forward to this bloodbath we’re about to embark on Jess. The outcome of this fight will be much different than our last encounter. I promise you that.”
The scene fades to black as it shows Jonny kicking and punching a body bag so hard it flies off the hook and lands clean across the room.
“Hi! How you doin’ this mornin’?”
“I’m good Mr. Cedrone. How are you doing? A good morning for a run isn’t it?”
“It truly is! Not hot. Not too cold. The sun risin’ over Perryville on the other side of the mighty Susquehanna. It’s a great day to be in Harmer’s Town!”
“The people of this Town agrees with the sentiment, especially with all of these great plans for the reconstruction and enhancement of Harford Memorial Hospital. You have been the talk of the town ever since you made that announcement Mr. Cedrone. If you were to ever run for mayor, I’m sure you’d be voted in unanimously!”
“Aw shucks. I don’t have any interest in runnin’ for any type of office. I have waaay too many skeletons in my closet.”
Jonny and the person share a chuckle.
“Havin’ bein’ born in that hospital and growin’ up in and near Harmer’s Town and havin’ my first job here, I’ve loved this town my entire life and I have ALWAYS believed in givin’ back to the community! What better way to give back to the community than to build a bigger and better hospital AND in doin’ so, improvin’ the economy and creatin’ jobs. It’s a win-win if you ask me!”
“Oh absolutely! Everyone in town agrees with you one-hundred percent!”
Jonny takes a drink from his water bottle as the person kinda stands there awkwardly.
“Not to sound like a jerk but…”
“Oh yeah! Of course! I’m sorry to have interrupted you and your run sir. I’ll let you go. Good luck on Monday night!”
“Thank you very much…I’m sorry, what’d you say your name was?”
“Donnie.”
“Thank you very much Donnie! It was a pleasure meetin’ ya!”
“The pleasure was all mine!”
They shake hands before going their separate ways. Jonny puts his earbuds back in his ears before the scene fades to black. It cuts back in with a video montage of Jonny Cedrone working out with him performing the voiceover with his thoughts on the events that have led up to right now and the situation that sits in front of him next week.
“No matter what I’ve done in this business, I’m always strivin’ to be better. I’m always strivin’ to be the best.”
“I’ve always taken pride in my work in that ring, win, lose or draw. When I step into that ring, the People know that they’re about to witness a wrestlin’ clinic. The People know that I’m goin’ to leave every fiber of my bein’ in that ring. The People know that they’re about to watch the absolute best match on the card. Each and every time! Without question.”
“Last week I participated in a Triple Threat match against two very credible and formidable opponents in Niobe Martin and Jaice Wilds. Two hungry lions in this sport that want to etch their names among the very best this sport has to offer. Last week, I proved that I was that much hungrier. Last week I went out to that ring and I proved to them and the rest of the roster of Action Wrestlin’ that I’m much more than just a pretty face. I proved that I’m in this to win it!”
“I knew that when I came into Action Wrestlin’ a few years ago that I had a lot to prove. I knew that there was a ladder that I had to climb. I knew that despite my past accomplishments, this was a clean slate. I had to start all over again.”
“But now, gone are the days where I’m just some glad-handin’, happy to be here hack. Gone are the days where I’m some “easy” pushover or some jobber to the stars. If you’re gonna beat me, I’m gonna take a piece of your ass with me. Now it’s time for Jonny Cedrone to shine! Now it’s time for Jonny Cedrone to take his rightful spot at the top of the mountain that is Action Wrestlin’! Now is the time for Jonny Cedrone to put his name on everybody’s lips! Now it’s time for Jonny Cedrone to be synonymous with Action Wrestlin’ and the best this business as to offer!”
“What better way to do that than to win this Road to Havoc Tournament? What better way than to enter the Havoc Rumble at number thirty and ultimately win it and go on to Evolution and challenge for the World Championship?”
“Step one of that mission is complete. I can check off Niobe Martin and Jaice Wilds, but honestly the next step won’t be easy. In fact, each round of this tournament only gets tougher and tougher. The weakest continue to get weeded out, leavin’ only the strongest; leavin’ only the hungriest sharks circlin’ their prey.”
“But the next step is especially tougher than the last – not to take anything away from Niobe and Jaice. They gave me the fight of my life, but nothin’ like my next opponent.”
“Jessie Lee.”
“When I first got to Action Wrestlin’, I was put into the Hardcore division and the Champion at that time was the legend herself, Ash Blake. Tougher than nails. Don’t take no shit off nobody. You damn near had to kill the woman in order to beat her. The same thing can be said about Jessie Lee.”
“Jessie and I have a bit of a past. When I first moved up into the US Championship division, Jessie was among the competitors in the division. We battled it over to see who would get the shot at the Title. We battled it over the Championship itself. Hell, she dethroned me the first time I won the Championship!”
“Every time we stepped into the ring with one another she let me know just how fittin’ the name “Aussie Assault” is. Just when you think you got her beat, she comes back and kicks your ass like someone hired her to do so. Her spirit doesn’t break. Her bones don’t break. Her mind doesn’t break. She’s unbreakable and indestructible! But that doesn’t mean that I’m not gonna try!”
“After losin’ the US Championship in such short manner, I’m in retribution mode. This mission to win Havoc is everything that I’m livin’ for. It’s part of my retribution. It’s part of my lifeblood. It’s part of my “thank you letter” to The People for supportin’ me through everything that’s happened. Unfortunately for Jessie Lee, she’s findin’ herself in my way.”
“Jessie Lee, I may have the utmost respect for ya, but much like it did for Niobe and Jaice last week, once that bell rings to start our match, that respect goes flyin’ out the window. Once we stand across the ring from one another, only one thing matters and that’s winnin’ the match. I know that if I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a thousand times…I’m winnin’ this fight at any cost. By any means necessary. If I have to twist you up like a pretzel, then someone get out the mustard. If I have to break your bones, the trainer in the back will be more than happy to re-set them for ya. I’m gonna give you everything I’ve got Jessie and I expect nothin’ less in return from you. Blood, sweat and tears will be shed in that ring Monday night…just don’t be surprised if most of it comes from you!”
“I’m not holdin’ back. Not anymore. This is too important. This means more to me than life itself. If I have to die in order to achieve this mission, then dammit all if I won’t! I promise you that I’m gonna go as long as there’s breath still in this body! So do whatever you want to with me and whatever you need to me, just understand that it’ll all be a waste of your time and energy because once the dust settles and the smoke clears from this titanic clash…MY hand will be raised in victory and I’LL be advancin’ in the tournament.”
“Trust me when I say that I’m lookin’ forward to this bloodbath we’re about to embark on Jess. The outcome of this fight will be much different than our last encounter. I promise you that.”
The scene fades to black as it shows Jonny kicking and punching a body bag so hard it flies off the hook and lands clean across the room.