Post by Ben-Stev on Jan 13, 2017 22:41:29 GMT -5
We are taken to the iconic Space Needle, in Seattle. More precisely, the scene opens up with Benny Stevens in the observation deck. The man stands alone as he observes the misty horizon before his eyes. Judging by his face expression, he appears to be serious – such that doesn’t change when Benny notices the camera approaching him.
“Mom used to bring me here every Sunday when I was a kid. Some people wish they had supercars, mansions, titles, fame and shit… Me? I just wish my mom was alive to watch her son wrestle at least once.”
In complete silence, Benny lets that sink in for a moment. Finally, he looks to the camera.
“Amis Shelton.”
A quick smile before he continues.
“You’ve been waiting for this, haven’t you? I wanna start off by saying that I’m proud of you, Shelton – no sarcasm intended. I’m proud of your sudden personal growth in AWE and I truly hope you keep that motivation up. There’s so much to talk yet little time, so I’m gonna go straight to the point now…
… You’re welcome, Amis.”
Peculiarly, Benny doesn’t even let out one of his sneering laughs. He remains as serious as possible.
“Sounds rather cryptic but allow me to explain why you should be thankful to no one other than a third-rate wrestler such as Benny Stevens. Trust me, Shelton; our match in Ohio was the true beginning of your career in AWE – perhaps just the spark that you really needed to revitalize your fire. The truth is you haven’t been invested in us like we would expect from someone that calls himself the Real Fuckin’ Deal, but you’re here nonetheless… I mean, you were doing the same ol’ same aka talking that vanilla trash and acting as if you’re the greatest ever – pretty much what ninety percent of these average Joe wrestlers out there do. They walk with a huge chip on their shoulders and expect the world to bow before them.
However, this iceberg here hit a nerve or two and the Titanic snapped… Get it? No pun intended, but you must understand that I had all this shit planned, Amis. I may act like a fool both in-person and on social media but, trust me; fools are the ones that label me as such. I recorded that video and talked to you, Shelton… I talked to you man-to-man, no bullshit. I told nothing but the harsh truths that you needed to hear and whether you wanna accept it or not, that shit influenced you.
Your attitude change is the proof needed… Like I said earlier, I’d call that a sudden personal growth.
I want you to re-watch your first video which was about Sinister, Drew and me – yeah, nothing special really. However, go ahead and re-watch the second video which, coincidentally, was all about me. Now you have no idea how excited I got when I was watching that video, Amis. I fuckin’ listened to the whole thing like ten times because I achieved a goal that I set myself when I first set foot in this company…
… I inspired someone to get better. Yeah, you heard it right, Shelton.
Benny Stevens inspired you.”
Benny approaches the camera and looks into it, still serious.
“Now that’s the true quality of a Champion. It’s not always about talking shit and beating others up… Obviously, no matter who you are, you will always seek the victory. The fact is we’re all talented in this company, so most of us stand a chance to dethrone the current Champions. However, being an inspiration to others is when we actually separate the men from the boys – no wonder Zack Fantana is the undisputed Champion. He inspired me to study my actions and ended up helping me to improve as a human being. Call it ass kissing if you want, I couldn’t care less… I’m just being honest and mature.
It wouldn’t even matter if I won the title on Massacre One. The true winner would be him after all because he inspired a person.
You do have your little FSW title which makes you the Champion of the rookies… But what’s the fucking point when no one remembers your name after you hang up your boots? What have you done to inspire the people in AWE? The fact of the matter is you don’t possess the qualities to be a great Champion. That’s why Fantana put you in your place. That’s why Xplode put you in your place. That man has several people lining up to lick his asshole clean… You included – that’s how I see these EWC suckas anyway. But whether people wanna admit it or not, he’s an inspiration to the roster.
If it wasn’t for me, you wouldn’t have grown and ultimately won that match. Y’know, one thing leads to another… First; you set a goal greater than the fight itself and win mentally – for instance, your goal was proving me wrong. Then, you put your best physical effort into the match. You did so and the victory was yours. You beat a dead horse but hey… A win’s a win, right?
Benny Stevens NEVER needed you to validate his career after all, Shelton. It turned out to be the opposite – YOU needed Benny Stevens to win that match and evolve!”
He takes a quick pause to look around.
“This place, man… It resembles my state in AWE.
It isn’t as big as the Empire State.
It isn’t as iconic as the Statue of Liberty.
It isn’t as important as the White House.
But it’s still memorable to the people of Seattle. Memories equal inspiration and hope for a better the future… And that’s why I deserve the title shot. I’ve finally realized the true role of a Champion in a company, and no matter how small I can be when compared to a veteran such as Zachary Fantana…
… My attitude will always remain as inspirational as I was to you, Amis Shelton!”
The scene fades as Benny looks up to the horizon with a genuine smile.