Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2023 2:21:14 GMT
INT. AIRPORT ARRIVAL TERMINAL D
Alexandra’s Return
Dallas, Tx
8/6/23
The airport is abuzz with excitement as travelers and families eagerly await the arrival of their loved ones. John stands at the front of the crowd, his eyes scanning the crowd for a familiar face. Ashlynn, her daughter, stands beside him, fidgeting with anticipation. And his daughter Mackenzie stands on the other side of him.
“She should be arriving any moment now. I can't wait to hear all about her wrestling trip!"
Ashlynn nods enthusiastically, her eyes also searching for her mom, Alexandra. Suddenly, a wave of cheers erupts as Alexandra emerges through the arrival gate, holding her head high after her big win. The crowd around her is buzzing with excitement as they recognize her from her recent big win.
“John! Ashlynn! Mackenzie! I did it! I won the shot at the Bombshell Roulette Championship!”
“That's incredible, Babe! Congratulations!”
Ashlynn rushes towards her mom, wrapping her arms around her in a tight hug.
“Mom, that's so amazing! I knew you could do it!”
“Thank you, sweetie! Your support means the world to me.”
John's daughter joins the celebration, her eyes gleaming with admiration.
“Wow, Alexandra, that's fantastic! You're a great champ!"
“Thank you, Mackenzie! It was a tough competition, but I'm thrilled I came out on top.”
“You've always been a force to be reckoned with in the ring. I'm not surprised you won.”
The excitement in the group is palpable, especially when Alexandra reveals that her victory has earned her a chance at the coveted Bombshell Roulette Championship.
“Mom, that's amazing! When's the championship match?”
“It's in a few weeks, and it's going to be a tough one. But with all your love and support, I know I can do it.”
“You've got this, Alexandra. We'll be cheering for you all the way!”
They reach the car, and as they drive home, the conversation is filled with Alexandra's wrestling triumphs, her upcoming championship opportunity, and the incredible experiences she had in Peru. The blended family couldn't be prouder, knowing that their champion, Alexandra, is not only victorious in the ring but also in their hearts. Once they arrived home, the children ran up to their rooms to get ready to go out for dinner, leaving Alexandra and John downstairs. The couple wrap their arms around each other and share a passionate kiss.
“You still have the match against Knox to think about. I know you are focused on it. Just make sure you keep your mind on the match and not worry about the rest for now.”
“John, I couldn't believe Matt didn't show up for Ronnie's wedding. It's her big day, and he should have been there for her.”
“Well, not in the same way you would think he'd be there. But-”
Alexandra looks at John, slightly confused by his response.
“What do you mean?”
Alexandra furrows her brow, trying to grasp at what exactly John might know that she didn’t.
“He was there. Victoria, snuck him onto the roof of the main house.”
“He still should have been standing there to give her away. But you are right, that’s between them and despite his ways, he’s their family.”
Alexandra nods, contemplating John's words. She realizes that family dynamics can be complicated, and people can change and grow over time. Even her own family isn't perfect. She nodded, understanding all too well.
“Hey, right now, all you need to think about is getting through the match without getting hurt.”
John moves closer to her, pressing their foreheads together.
“I made a promise to the Knox kids, I will not end his career, but I cannot promise he feels the same. It has come to a point that because I am comfortable with Terrella, he sees me as an enemy. There’s only one person who has my complete loyalty.”
John smirks knowing what she was going to say. Alexandra looks at John with a touch of vulnerability in her eyes. She takes a deep breath before speaking softly, needing to get this off her chest, before they could move further.
“You and well, the Strader family. Terrella knows that and he respects it. John, I trusted Knox so much. But looking back, I can't help but feel guilty for sleeping with him. I know what you are going to say. But it matters to me."
John takes her hand gently, offering reassurance.
"Alexandra, don't blame yourself for trusting him. You believed in the person he presented himself to be. It's not your fault he didn't live up to it. Besides, when you were with Knox, we weren't officially together. We've come a long way since then, and I cherish what we have now."
Alexandra's eyes fill with gratitude as she realizes how lucky she is to have John's understanding and support. The weight of her past mistakes begins to lift, replaced by the warmth of their current love and connection. She was grateful for the strength being with him had brought.
Undisclosed location
Candle-lit Ballroom
8/7/23
"The saddest thing about betrayal is that it never comes from your enemies; it always comes from those you trust the most, the ones who stab you in the back with the sharpest of knives." - Unknown
Camera fades in on Alexandra standing in the center of a ballroom, her expression a mix of emotions - determination, frustration, and a hint of betrayal. She wears an old Victorian mourning gown, her hair is pinned up and a black mourning veil covers her face.
"Matt Knox, you and I, we have a history, don't we? I remember that night like it was yesterday. You were attacked by the ever sadistic brute, Stephen Terrella. I rushed to your side, alongside JC Keeton, and we fought him and Portia off. I thought, in that moment, I was saving a hero, someone worth putting my trust in. I would have stood by you, not just as a competitor but as a friend, a confidante. I believed in you, in the hero you seemed to be. But, oh, how the truth has a cruel way of revealing itself. I stayed by your side when you were in the hospital, worrying about you, hoping you'd be alright. And when you finally woke up, you disappeared without a word. Left me standing there, feeling like a fool. I thought we were friends, that I could count on you. But they say never meet your heroes, because they'll disappoint you. Well, truer words have never been spoken. You disappeared, leaving no trace, no explanation. I searched for you, Matt, frantically trying to understand why you'd leave, why you'd abandon the people who cared about you. The sting of your betrayal cut deep, not just because you left, but because of the way you left - without a word, without a thought for the people who stood by your side. Then when I saw you again, you treated me as if I was some thorn in your side. But that’s alright, for all roses have thorns, don’t they Knox?"
Her voice grows stronger, a mixture of pain and anger fueling her determination.
"But I won't let your betrayal break me. I won't let the pain cloud my vision or weaken my resolve. If anything, it's made me stronger, more determined than ever before. Can you truly say you are at the top of your game? When your body barely wants to fight and you have to numb the pain with booze and drugs? But let’s be honest here, in the end, it's not about you, Matt. It's about me and what I stand for - the Hellion, who moves on from disappointment, who refuses to be defined by the actions of others. This is the moment I take something from you. I think that one of my favorite movies says it best: So you run out into the night to find another face, and another, and another, until one terrible morning you wake up and realize that revenge has become your whole life. This isn’t just about revenge, no. This is about proving that you NEEDED me and now that I’m gone, you are lost."
The intensity in Alexandra's voice grows, reflecting the raw emotion she's harboring. She moves around the room, looking at the intricate artwork. It reminded her of the tangled webs that Knox had managed to spin in her head. She had sworn before him, she’d never let anyone toy with her head again. But he had managed to do so. Caught her in a moment of weakness and drinks. Otherwise, her trust wouldn’t have been so easily given. Not to the likes of him.
"So, Matt Knox, don't think for a second that I'll go easy on you. You may be the father of my boyfriend’s nieces, a family I consider my own, but that doesn’t change what happened between us. You may have let me down, but that won't stop me from giving my all in that ring. I'm not here to play games; I'm here to fight, to prove my worth, and to show the world that I'm not just some sidekick or a damsel in distress. I am a force to be reckoned with, and you're about to find that out firsthand. I did promise your children that I wouldn’t end your career, but I will be ending your title reign. I may have trusted you once, but that's a mistake I won't make again. It was foolish really. Just like you assume I will be easy on you. Or someone who you can easily take down. When that bell rings, there will be no more friendship, no more trust - just two warriors battling for supremacy. I'll show you what it means to face the Hellion first hand, like so many others before have experienced, and you'll soon realize that you're in for the fight of your life. You wanted to see what I'm capable of? Well, you're about to find out. The rage of every woman you've hurt will fuel my every move in that ring. I'm not just fighting for myself; I'm fighting for every woman who has ever been betrayed. And we won't be silenced any longer. You brought me here, you are the one who spoke to management about me. I am here, because YOU. Now, you will regret that decision. Matt Knox, get ready to face the consequences of your actions. Tonight, you won't just be facing just me oh no; you'll be facing everyone, every man, every woman you've ever wronged. And trust me, we're not backing down."
Her voice takes on a steely tone, unyielding and determined. It’s clear to anyone listening that she’s no longer playing around. Her losses, the betrayal, all of it gave her a new fire, a new desire to cause pain. Perhaps Terrella was rubbing off on her.
"Matt Knox, you have disappointed me like you have every other woman in your life, but in that ring, I won't let anything get in my way. No heroics, no sentimentalities - just pain, blood, and victory. So, get ready, because when I step into that ring with you, it'll be a battle like no other. And when it's all said and done, I'll prove once and for all that I'm the one who deserves to stand victorious! The knife you stuck in my back is the same knife I'll drive into your chest. Besides, it’s the main event baby, and I always leave my mark. I’ll be waiting for our tango, Knox."
Alexandra smiles as she turns her back to the camera, walking away with the knife held firmly in her hand, behind her back. She nods to two gentlemen who open the grand doors of the ballroom that lead out into a garden. She plucks a rose and drops it behind her as the wind from outside blows out the candles, illuminating her in moonlight as the scene fades to black.
Alexandra’s Return
Dallas, Tx
8/6/23
The airport is abuzz with excitement as travelers and families eagerly await the arrival of their loved ones. John stands at the front of the crowd, his eyes scanning the crowd for a familiar face. Ashlynn, her daughter, stands beside him, fidgeting with anticipation. And his daughter Mackenzie stands on the other side of him.
“She should be arriving any moment now. I can't wait to hear all about her wrestling trip!"
Ashlynn nods enthusiastically, her eyes also searching for her mom, Alexandra. Suddenly, a wave of cheers erupts as Alexandra emerges through the arrival gate, holding her head high after her big win. The crowd around her is buzzing with excitement as they recognize her from her recent big win.
“John! Ashlynn! Mackenzie! I did it! I won the shot at the Bombshell Roulette Championship!”
“That's incredible, Babe! Congratulations!”
Ashlynn rushes towards her mom, wrapping her arms around her in a tight hug.
“Mom, that's so amazing! I knew you could do it!”
“Thank you, sweetie! Your support means the world to me.”
John's daughter joins the celebration, her eyes gleaming with admiration.
“Wow, Alexandra, that's fantastic! You're a great champ!"
“Thank you, Mackenzie! It was a tough competition, but I'm thrilled I came out on top.”
“You've always been a force to be reckoned with in the ring. I'm not surprised you won.”
The excitement in the group is palpable, especially when Alexandra reveals that her victory has earned her a chance at the coveted Bombshell Roulette Championship.
“Mom, that's amazing! When's the championship match?”
“It's in a few weeks, and it's going to be a tough one. But with all your love and support, I know I can do it.”
“You've got this, Alexandra. We'll be cheering for you all the way!”
They reach the car, and as they drive home, the conversation is filled with Alexandra's wrestling triumphs, her upcoming championship opportunity, and the incredible experiences she had in Peru. The blended family couldn't be prouder, knowing that their champion, Alexandra, is not only victorious in the ring but also in their hearts. Once they arrived home, the children ran up to their rooms to get ready to go out for dinner, leaving Alexandra and John downstairs. The couple wrap their arms around each other and share a passionate kiss.
“You still have the match against Knox to think about. I know you are focused on it. Just make sure you keep your mind on the match and not worry about the rest for now.”
“John, I couldn't believe Matt didn't show up for Ronnie's wedding. It's her big day, and he should have been there for her.”
“Well, not in the same way you would think he'd be there. But-”
Alexandra looks at John, slightly confused by his response.
“What do you mean?”
Alexandra furrows her brow, trying to grasp at what exactly John might know that she didn’t.
“He was there. Victoria, snuck him onto the roof of the main house.”
“He still should have been standing there to give her away. But you are right, that’s between them and despite his ways, he’s their family.”
Alexandra nods, contemplating John's words. She realizes that family dynamics can be complicated, and people can change and grow over time. Even her own family isn't perfect. She nodded, understanding all too well.
“Hey, right now, all you need to think about is getting through the match without getting hurt.”
John moves closer to her, pressing their foreheads together.
“I made a promise to the Knox kids, I will not end his career, but I cannot promise he feels the same. It has come to a point that because I am comfortable with Terrella, he sees me as an enemy. There’s only one person who has my complete loyalty.”
John smirks knowing what she was going to say. Alexandra looks at John with a touch of vulnerability in her eyes. She takes a deep breath before speaking softly, needing to get this off her chest, before they could move further.
“You and well, the Strader family. Terrella knows that and he respects it. John, I trusted Knox so much. But looking back, I can't help but feel guilty for sleeping with him. I know what you are going to say. But it matters to me."
John takes her hand gently, offering reassurance.
"Alexandra, don't blame yourself for trusting him. You believed in the person he presented himself to be. It's not your fault he didn't live up to it. Besides, when you were with Knox, we weren't officially together. We've come a long way since then, and I cherish what we have now."
Alexandra's eyes fill with gratitude as she realizes how lucky she is to have John's understanding and support. The weight of her past mistakes begins to lift, replaced by the warmth of their current love and connection. She was grateful for the strength being with him had brought.
Undisclosed location
Candle-lit Ballroom
8/7/23
"The saddest thing about betrayal is that it never comes from your enemies; it always comes from those you trust the most, the ones who stab you in the back with the sharpest of knives." - Unknown
Camera fades in on Alexandra standing in the center of a ballroom, her expression a mix of emotions - determination, frustration, and a hint of betrayal. She wears an old Victorian mourning gown, her hair is pinned up and a black mourning veil covers her face.
"Matt Knox, you and I, we have a history, don't we? I remember that night like it was yesterday. You were attacked by the ever sadistic brute, Stephen Terrella. I rushed to your side, alongside JC Keeton, and we fought him and Portia off. I thought, in that moment, I was saving a hero, someone worth putting my trust in. I would have stood by you, not just as a competitor but as a friend, a confidante. I believed in you, in the hero you seemed to be. But, oh, how the truth has a cruel way of revealing itself. I stayed by your side when you were in the hospital, worrying about you, hoping you'd be alright. And when you finally woke up, you disappeared without a word. Left me standing there, feeling like a fool. I thought we were friends, that I could count on you. But they say never meet your heroes, because they'll disappoint you. Well, truer words have never been spoken. You disappeared, leaving no trace, no explanation. I searched for you, Matt, frantically trying to understand why you'd leave, why you'd abandon the people who cared about you. The sting of your betrayal cut deep, not just because you left, but because of the way you left - without a word, without a thought for the people who stood by your side. Then when I saw you again, you treated me as if I was some thorn in your side. But that’s alright, for all roses have thorns, don’t they Knox?"
Her voice grows stronger, a mixture of pain and anger fueling her determination.
"But I won't let your betrayal break me. I won't let the pain cloud my vision or weaken my resolve. If anything, it's made me stronger, more determined than ever before. Can you truly say you are at the top of your game? When your body barely wants to fight and you have to numb the pain with booze and drugs? But let’s be honest here, in the end, it's not about you, Matt. It's about me and what I stand for - the Hellion, who moves on from disappointment, who refuses to be defined by the actions of others. This is the moment I take something from you. I think that one of my favorite movies says it best: So you run out into the night to find another face, and another, and another, until one terrible morning you wake up and realize that revenge has become your whole life. This isn’t just about revenge, no. This is about proving that you NEEDED me and now that I’m gone, you are lost."
The intensity in Alexandra's voice grows, reflecting the raw emotion she's harboring. She moves around the room, looking at the intricate artwork. It reminded her of the tangled webs that Knox had managed to spin in her head. She had sworn before him, she’d never let anyone toy with her head again. But he had managed to do so. Caught her in a moment of weakness and drinks. Otherwise, her trust wouldn’t have been so easily given. Not to the likes of him.
"So, Matt Knox, don't think for a second that I'll go easy on you. You may be the father of my boyfriend’s nieces, a family I consider my own, but that doesn’t change what happened between us. You may have let me down, but that won't stop me from giving my all in that ring. I'm not here to play games; I'm here to fight, to prove my worth, and to show the world that I'm not just some sidekick or a damsel in distress. I am a force to be reckoned with, and you're about to find that out firsthand. I did promise your children that I wouldn’t end your career, but I will be ending your title reign. I may have trusted you once, but that's a mistake I won't make again. It was foolish really. Just like you assume I will be easy on you. Or someone who you can easily take down. When that bell rings, there will be no more friendship, no more trust - just two warriors battling for supremacy. I'll show you what it means to face the Hellion first hand, like so many others before have experienced, and you'll soon realize that you're in for the fight of your life. You wanted to see what I'm capable of? Well, you're about to find out. The rage of every woman you've hurt will fuel my every move in that ring. I'm not just fighting for myself; I'm fighting for every woman who has ever been betrayed. And we won't be silenced any longer. You brought me here, you are the one who spoke to management about me. I am here, because YOU. Now, you will regret that decision. Matt Knox, get ready to face the consequences of your actions. Tonight, you won't just be facing just me oh no; you'll be facing everyone, every man, every woman you've ever wronged. And trust me, we're not backing down."
Her voice takes on a steely tone, unyielding and determined. It’s clear to anyone listening that she’s no longer playing around. Her losses, the betrayal, all of it gave her a new fire, a new desire to cause pain. Perhaps Terrella was rubbing off on her.
"Matt Knox, you have disappointed me like you have every other woman in your life, but in that ring, I won't let anything get in my way. No heroics, no sentimentalities - just pain, blood, and victory. So, get ready, because when I step into that ring with you, it'll be a battle like no other. And when it's all said and done, I'll prove once and for all that I'm the one who deserves to stand victorious! The knife you stuck in my back is the same knife I'll drive into your chest. Besides, it’s the main event baby, and I always leave my mark. I’ll be waiting for our tango, Knox."
Alexandra smiles as she turns her back to the camera, walking away with the knife held firmly in her hand, behind her back. She nods to two gentlemen who open the grand doors of the ballroom that lead out into a garden. She plucks a rose and drops it behind her as the wind from outside blows out the candles, illuminating her in moonlight as the scene fades to black.
Well howdy there pardner.