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[David]

Shortly after the final match of the night, Spencer Burke is seen backstage at the Orleans Arena, stood with one of the participants from the show’s main event: Lowri Moss.

Spencer Burke: Lowri, tonight you teamed successfully with Johnny Karma, Chris Madison, and Chris Bond, to defeat the quartet of Izzy Anders, Savannah Taylor, Ricky Valero, and the woman whose title you will be challenging for in two weeks, AMIRA.

The interview is taking place mere moments after the end of the match, the events of which are still fresh in Lowri’s mind, but nevertheless, being reminded by Spencer of what happened brings a smile to her face.

Spencer Burke: How are you feeling now, following what was your first appearance in a main event since arriving in FGA? I assume you must have been glad to get one over on AMIRA, ahead of your upcoming match at All Star Showdown VI.

Lowri nods.

Lowri Moss: I’m feeling pretty good right now.

She takes a breath, before continuing.

Lowri Moss: I know that my three partners for the evening are all accustomed to being in the main event, and the same is true for our opponents, but like you said, Spencer, for me, it’s still a new experience. Being in the main event, sharing a ring with the likes of Karma, Madison, and Bond, as well as our opponents - who regardless of what people may think of them, there’s no denying their ability in the ring - was something that I had been looking forward to, and it certainly didn’t disappoint; it’s the first of what I hope will be many main event appearances for me in FGA - I’ve gotten a taste of it, and I would like to have more.

Lowri licks her lips.

Lowri Moss: Being on the winning side in the match of course helped to make it a pleasant experience, but perhaps the best part of the whole thing for me was that I was able to get my hands on AMIRA, and drop her with a Nos Da.

She holds her hands out in front of her, and looks at her palms for a few seconds, before returning her attention to Spencer.

Lowri Moss: I didn’t get much chance to savour it though, as almost immediately, I too was taken down, courtesy of Izzy Anders - I guess that’s what it’ll be like in the ladder match at All Star Showdown, what with there being seven of us in the match. I mean, at any time during the match, I could have the upper hand against one of my opponents, but I’ll still need to have an eye out for the other five; I’ll definitely need to keep my wits about me, if I’m to leave with the Mid-Atlantic Legacy Championship.

Spencer Burke: On that subject, earlier this evening, prior to the main event, we got to hear from AMIRA, regarding the Mid-Atlantic Legacy Championship match at All Star Showdown; I would like to know what you thought about what she had to say, and in particular, what she had to say about you.

A wry smile crosses Lowri’s face.

Lowri Moss: Believe it or not, I actually thought what she said was kind of funny.

The reporter is taken aback by this admission.

Spencer Burke: Really?

Lowri Moss: Yes, Spencer. Her description of Wales as an isle of sheep and...what else was it?

Lowri scratches her forehead, trying to recall AMIRA’s comment from earlier in the night; Spencer helps her out.

Spencer Burke: I believe the phrase that she used was, “an isle of sheep and extraneous consonants.”

Lowri Moss: Yeah, that’s it! To be fair to AMIRA, that description is pretty much spot on.

A slight sigh from Lowri follows.

Lowri Moss: I didn’t find it quite as funny when she called me a jealous shrew, and a...a contemptible gelatinous mound of waste, I think it was - not that I would expect her to say anything positive about me.

There is then an unconcerned shrug of the shoulders from Lowri.

Lowri Moss: Of the six challengers in the match at All Star Showdown, I would like to think that I’m the biggest threat to AMIRA’s reign as champion, and I think she knows it, too. And, having gotten the better of her tonight, I’m confident that I can get the better of her again in two weeks, so that I’ll be the one leaving Los Angeles with the title, while she will have to say hwyl fawr to it.

A confused expression appears on Spencer’s face; Lowri notices this, and guesses - correctly - the reason for his confusion.

Lowri Moss: “Hwyl fawr” is Welsh for goodbye.

Spencer gives a nod of acknowledgement.

Spencer Burke: Final question before I let you go: what’s in store for you between now and All Star Showdown?

Lowri Moss: Well, the promotion that I work for at home, in the UK, has left me off their next show, so as things stand, I’m planning to remain in the US for the next two weeks. That will of course mean less travelling for me, which in turn will mean I have more time to train for the match at All Star Showdown - and never having been in a ladder match before, I need all the time I can get to prepare for this one, as I try to get an edge over my opponents.

Lowri again pauses to take a breath.

Lowri Moss: Because in thirteen days’ time, I’m intent on winning the Mid-Atlantic Legacy Championship, and I’m not willing to accept any other outcome.

She shakes her head, defiantly.

Lowri Moss: Right, well, I think I ought to go get showered and changed.

Spencer Burke: Okay, Lowri. Thanks for you time.

Lowri Moss: You’re welcome, Spencer. See you in LA.

The scene then cuts away.

[Savannah Taylor]

After the main event had concluded and the fans were beginning the long process of filing out of the Orleans Arena, FGA’s ace reporter Spencer Burke is seen walking down the hallway, microphone in hand, looking like he is hurrying after someone. While the face isn’t visible, judging by the black and gold ring attire and the mane of blonde hair, it is unmistakably the figure of one of the main event participants, not to mention Las Vegas native, Savannah Taylor.

Spencer Burke: Savannah, could I have a minute? Please?

The blonde stops in her tracks and slowly turns around as Spencer makes his way towards her. The expression on her face is a mixture of frustration, disappointment and a bit unsettled.

Savannah Taylor: What do you want, Spencer?

Spencer Burke: I was hoping to get a few words with you in regards to what transpired this evening, specifically what transpired involving you.

Savannah Taylor: Fine, but can we make it quick? All I want to do is shower, get out of her and spend some time with family.

Spencer Burke: Fair enough. Now just minutes ago, we saw you and your teammates AMIRA, Ricky Valero and FGA Undisputed champion Izzy Anders fall short of victory in what was a pretty good main event. Your thoughts coming off of such a loss, especially in your hometown?

Savannah Taylor: My thoughts? C’mon Spence, you’re better than that. Am I frustrated? Yes I am. Losing does that to a person. Am I disappointed? Damn right I am. I had family sitting at ringside, Spencer. I had family there in my corner, who came to see me do what I do best…...and I let them down. I failed to capture the win in my backyard. Am I taking anything away from the other team? Not really. People seem to forget that against half of that team, I’m pretty damn good. Remember me challenging Chris Bond? Yeah, me too, and guess what happened? Beat him. And good old Karma Chameleon? I have not one but TWO pinfall victories over the sainted number one contender to Izzy’s title. And Lowri? Eh, her time will come, I guess. So while the odds weren’t in our favor, I’m still feeling somewhat good.

Spencer Burke: Funny you should mention the other participants in the match, because the one you didn’t mention by name was someone that you had words with earlier in the night and is someone that you will be meeting at All Star Showdown VI in Los Angeles, none other than reigning Pride champion Chris Madison.

The second Spencer mentioned the FGA Pride champion, Savannah’s entire demeanor changed. Her eyes narrow slightly as she folds her arms across her chest.

Savannah Taylor: I could stand here and talk for HOURS about that poor excuse for a human being. I could stand here and talk your ear off about he and his team didn’t deserve to win tonight. But I am going to do neither of those things. I’m going to save every thought I have about Chris Madison for All Star Showdown. And after what happened earlier tonight with what he said, all I’ll say is that I am going to make him regret the day he came out of his mother’s womb.

With that, Savannah simply turns around and continues her walk to her dressing room as the scene cuts out.

[Deleted]

The scene opens backstage where The Keisters are standing alongside Spencer Burke. None of them look best pleased with what happened tonight, except for Spencer who doesn’t seem to mind being sandwiched between the three sisters like this.

Spencer Burke: I’m here with Kimmi, Kammi, and Kalli. Now in two weeks time The Keisters will be competing in a triple threat match against The Elysian Empire and The Polychromatic Lion Attack Squad. But tonight you girls didn’t hav–

Kimmi Keister: Harbingers of the Apocalypse?!

Kimmi interrupts him, screeching almost hysterically as she grabs hold of the microphone.

Kimmi Keister: More like Suckbingers of the Suckalypse, ok! ‘Cause you two meatheads may not know what you did tonight when you cost us–

She points to Kalli, who just nods in agreement.

Kimmi Keister: –when you cost us that match, you made The Elysian Empire think that maybe they stand a chance at All Star Showdown. Ok. You made them think that they might defend those tag titles, and, ok, just listen up, ‘cause that’s like a crime! 

Kalli Keister: Such a crime.

Spencer Burke: They do seem to have put some of their past troubles behind them, but Elon and Emery seemed to work well together tonight.

Kimmi Keister: Urgh, you would say that, Spence. But if we weren’t teaming with the Suckbingers then tonight would’ve gone very differently, ok. ‘Cause Elon and Emery know that The Keisters mean business. They know The Keisters are the toughest challenge to their titles, ok! It’s why they’re not bothered about Pedro & Martina. It’s why they don’t care about Serpent’s Eyes. Or Diamond’s Touch. Or whatever they’re called!

Kalli Keister: Nope, all their attention is on us!

The two sisters, who’ll likely be the legal competitors at the pay-per-view, high five each other before including Kammi in their efforts.

Kimmi Keister: And who can blame them? We’re far more beautiful than their sister–

Spencer looks a little bemused at that statement, but shrugs it off.

Kimmi Keister: –we smell better than Stinky Peaches, and lets not even get started on Baldilocks, ok. The fact is, ok, that tonight was just a one off. At All Star Showdown we’re gonna show you all why The Keisters are the future faces of the FGA tag division.

Kalli Keister: And we’re gonna be the most beautiful faces of this division, ever.

Kimmi Keister: Exactly, sis. So I hope Elon and Emery really enjoyed tonight, ‘cause it’s not gonna happen again. Me and Kalli aren’t gonna leave All Star Showdown with another loss to our names, ok. We’re not gonna leave All Star Showdown without those belts around our waists. So just get used to seeing a lot more of us, ‘cause we’re gonna be running things around here soon enough.

Kimmi clicks her fingers for emphasis, but the ensuing silence is broken by a soft Georgian accent.

Peaches: …is that so?

The members of the Polychromatic Lion Attack Squad walk into shot from the left side, causing The Keisters to amass on the opposite side of Spencer Burke.

Peaches: I’ve gotta give it to ya, you girls don’t know the meaning of the word quit. You keep going down, but then you keep getting’ right back up again…

Peaches makes a hand gesture to indicate that the comment may not be entirely innocent, lowering her hand down to waist height before Dan speaks up.

Dan Herrera: But there’s some problems with what you’ve just been saying. See, I know you’re going to hold that victory over me and Elon for as long as you need it Kimmi–

Peaches: Ain’t even matter how cheap it was.

Dan Herrera: –but you were right about one thing in that whole speech… 

He resists the easy joke.

Dan Herrera: …in two weeks time things are going to happen very differently. You won’t have Bristow and Barnes to blame for your loss. You won’t be able to steal a victory with a one count again.

Kimmi Keister: Oh my God! Was that a blowjob joke?

Kalli Keister: You know what, sis, I think it was.

Dan and Peaches look at one another, not sure of what to make of how long it took that to click with their upcoming opponents.

Peaches: Uh, yeah. Here’s the thing, y’all, a coupla months ago The Usual Suspects, they went an’ stole those belts from Dan an’ Cordy. But Zero McHannon ain’t here anymore to pull that trick again. Rother an’ his boys ain’t here to pull that trick again. Which means Dan’s ready to take those belts back, an’ that’s exactly what we’re gonna do.

Kimmi raises one hand as she calls for silence.

Kimmi Keister: Spare us the speech, ok! We know you used to be champions–sorry, he used to be a champion here. And we know you two were champions together down in Texas or some redneck state like that.

Kalli Keister: Eww, rednecks.

Peaches looks angry at the disparaging comments aimed towards them, but Dan holds her back. Even though he’s the one from Texas, they’re both Southerners.

Dan Herrera: Two time champions. Just like I’m soon to be a two time FGA World Tag Team Champion. And Peaches here, she’s about to win her first FGA title. And for all your resilience, for all your resistance and fortitude, you two aren’t going to stop us at All Star Showdown. You girls might be blood related, The Elysian Empire might be blood related, but The Polychromatic Lion Attack Squad?

Peaches: We’ve got a bond stronger than just blood. We’re gonna put everythin’ we got into that match, an’ we ain’t leavin’ Los Angeles without those belts. We ain’t lettin’ you girls become the faces of the FGA tag division. We ain’t lettin’ the winners of Dynamic Duos, the most prestigious tag tournament in wrestling today, have their prize be a match against The Keisters, or even the Elysian Empire.

Dan Herrera: Emery and Elon? They’ve shown their weakness already. They’ll let the jealousy and pettiness get in their way, They’ll stumble at the smallest obstacle, because while they may be blood, they’re not truly a team. They’re not on the same page as one another. And if they want to emerge victorious at All Star Showdown, then they’re going to need to pull their fingers out real soon.

Peaches: ‘Cause otherwise those belts they have? The belts you girls want real bad? They’re gonna be around our waists after All Star Showdown is said and done. An right now, girls, the future ain’t just bright, it’s polychromatic!

Dan and Peaches walks backwards away from the scene, leaving the fuming Keisters alone with Spencer Burke. But none of them can get another word in as the scene comes to an end.

[ChrisMadison]

The Flashpoint production continues as we see Jessie Pederson walking through the rear corridors of the Orleans Arena. She stops in front of a door and immediately turns her back to the camera crew that followed her around. Without hesitation, she raises her fist up to the heavy, steel door.

knock…

knock…

knock…

She waited a moment before peering over her shoulder towards the cameraman. She shrugged her shoulders, fully expecting for someone to answer the door. Just when it seemed as if she was ready to spin around and call it quits, the door gradually opened and Frankie Morrison emerged.

Frankie Morrison: Ah, Jessie Pederson! How are you doing dear?

Jessie Pederson: Pretty good. I was actually hoping to grab a word with Chris…

Frankie Morrison: He’ll be out in a second; he’s just getting changed.

Jessie Pederson: Well, while I have you… You have to be pretty happy with Madison’s performance tonight. The momentum is definitely swinging in his favor going into his first title defense at All-Star Showdown Six.

Frankie Morrison: Of course I’m happy. Anytime you can pick up a win over your would be challenger, it’s a good night. Add to it the fact that we’re in Savannah’s hometown… She was confident going into this match tonight. Perhaps a little overconfident. But fighting in front of your hometown, having a large gathering of friends and family in the arena, can do that. Gives us a little glimpse of how Savannah performs under pressure…

Frankie finished his long-winded response with his signature grin. Jessie kept flashing her pearly whites as she transitioned into the next impromptu question for Madison’s manager.

Jessie Pederson: Usually when we see Chris Madison, we see Frankie Morrison. But leading up to this upcoming Pride Championship match, we haven’t really heard too much from you. I’m sure I’m not the only was who has been curious about your absences as of late.

Frankie Morrison: Absent? No… I’ve been here. Wherever my clients goes, I’m not too far behind. But what’s the biggest knock against Chris? What’s the first jab always thrown out there?

Jessie Pederson: You?

Frankie Morrison: Bingo! Right away, his opponents always try to get under his skin by going through me. Referring to me as his mouthpiece, as if Chris isn’t capable of putting together a rational thought without my help. I’ve intentionally kept myself at a distance. Tonight, while Chris and Savannah met face to face, she deflected Chris’s question about Izzy by spinning it around to him, insinuating that he can’t accomplish anything without “his mouthpiece”. I don’t fight his fights for him. He doesn’t rely on me to get my hands dirty in order to tilt the playing field in his favor. He doesn’t need the help, never has over the seventeen years he’s been in this business, and sure as hell doesn’t need it for All-Star Showdown Six against Savannah Taylor.

As Frankie’s response came to an end, the door behind him swung open and Chris Madison exited dressed in street clothes with a duffle bag hanging from one shoulder and the Pride Championship hanging from the other. Frankie quickly stepped aside and Jessie Pederson wasted no time in pressing the champion about his upcoming title defense.

Jessie Pederson: Tonight was the final stop before your first title defense in FGA. Despite your opinion on her tactics, it’s hard to deny that Savannah Taylor has been on quite a roll as of late.

Chris Madison: She has been. She earned this match when she beat Mark Storm after finishing in the final two of a battle royal against some of FGA’s brightest talents. Even though she doesn’t necessarily believe it, I’m looking at her as legitimate threat to my championship reign. I’d be a fool not to. Look at who she overcame to become number one contender. Look at what she did to Cordy Stevenson. Hell, she pinned Johnny Karma in a tag team match that I was involved in. Savannah has become a major player in the FGA landscape, and that’s just the kind of opponent I expect to face when this title is on the line.

Chris patted the front plate of the FGA Pride Championship as it rested over his chest.

Chris Madison: When I chased Molly to become Pride Champion, I wanted to resurrect the prestige this belt once held. I didn’t want to see it continue to be just an accessory for someone to carry around. This belt deserves to be showcased, it deserves the toughest competitors to pour their blood, sweat, and tears out just to vie for it. The time for talking is just about done. Savannah has to realize that It’s not about convincing that you belong anymore, it’s about physically proving that you’re capable! All-Star Showdown Six… Chris Madison versus Savannah Taylor… FGA Pride Championship match… I continue what I started when I won this belt against Molly Reid at Only The Strong Survive and steal the show with another big time fight that ends with my hand and this championship raised above my head after the official calls for that closing bell!

Madison hesitates for a second, glaring at the camera before walking off screen with Frankie Morrison following closely behind.

[James Edwards]

Recorded Earlier:

The dragon logo and the acronym "NJFC" stenciled on the poster behind him, are a good indication that James Edwards is not stateside presently. However, the Burning Heart does look eerily pleased.

James Edwards: One fall to a finish and no damn time limit, now we are talking. I just got word a few minutes ago that round three with Mark Storm and I ain't gonna have any restrictions or interruptions. The way it should be because we still don't know who the better man is. That'll change soon enough. Get ready, hero, because you ain't gonna get the Hollywood ending, you think you deserve in a few weeks.

Edwards smirks and then he is out.