Coming up [Billie]

[Performance Center Newbies]

A dimly lit lockerroom, with the faint sounds of a cheering crowd in the background. The camera zooms in on Billie Parris, who stands nervously, microphone in hand. Billie takes a deep breath, adjusting his stance and trying to muster confidence.

"Uh, hey everyone. It's, uh, Billie Parris here. I, um, I know I'm not, you know, the loudest or the most, uh, charismatic, but I’ve got a few things to say about Jason "J-TV" Hathaway and Serenity Holmes."

Billie shifts his weight, glancing around the lockerroom and then back at the camera."Jason, you, uh, you walk around like you own this place. Always in the spotlight, always on your own channel. But you see, in this ring... in this ring, it's not about the flash or the fancy editing. It's about heart. And while I might not have the, uh, the flashiest moves or the, uh, the biggest following, I've got heart. I've got determination. And I'm not backing down."

Billie’s voice gains a bit of strength, their confidence starting to build. "And Serenity Holmes, you... you’re a force. No one can deny that. But, uh, every force meets resistance. And I... I may be quieter, maybe not as experienced, but I’m not going to let that stop me. You and Jason, you’re going to see a different side of me. A side that’s ready to fight, to prove myself."

Billie takes another deep breath, straightening up more. "This isn't just about winning or losing for me. It’s about proving that I belong here, that I can stand toe-to-toe with the best. So, Jason, Serenity... bring your best. Because I... I’m bringing everything I’ve got. And maybe, just maybe, you'll see that heart can be just as powerful as any punch."

Billie lowers the microphone, a determined look in his eyes.