Post by Avery Miles III on Jun 15, 2016 7:06:12 GMT -5
043 * The Ones You Love
Scene 001 - Olympia Gym - Paradise, NV - June 13th, 2016
*An empty ring sits quiet as we are in the wee hours of the morning. Just four minutes past seven in the morning Vegas time. Avery Miles is wearing a light gray hoodie, jogging pants, and a pair of sneakers. Cords coming from his ears, with some sort of music blasting. He stretches out trying to loosen up for his morning workout. Things were not the same as they were a week ago; he would be training inside of the ring with Levi Daughterty. He would also be getting ready for VWS’s Tenacity show. But a week can change a lot. Levi and Emma both decided to go back to the home in Sydney to handle some family business. It was not planned at all, and not what either of them truly wanted. This leaves not only with another person gone in Avery’s life, but it leaves NGW with only half of a team tag champion. Beating Levi at Vendetta for the Marquee Title was a huge accomplishment for Avery, and then defeating Persephone over the weekend in Alpha Rising’s first show; but it is all bittersweet for the third generation star. Avery heads up into the ring and begins to run the ropes to finish loosening up. Pulling on the top rope, he pulls his arms getting ready for an intense workout. Without skipping a beat or pulling out an earbud, Avery nods towards the camera crew ready to get the promo shot*
It is time that I step forward and cement my place here in NGW. It took Levi, my brother, to help and push me. Fighting through so many tough times, Levi has been there for me and been the best brother an only child can wish for. I know that we will still keep in touch, and I will eventually visit. But for now, I am alone. I have a tag team match at City of Sin, as well as defending my Marquee Title. It is not the first time that I will be double booked, and that is okay. I have stepped away from VWS and CWT, and am focusing my time on NGW for now. Who can say what the future holds for me?
*Avery tilts his neck in both directions, testing to angle at which he can push it*
For now, I have my first Marquee Title defense. I take on a man named Miika. He won a match last week, and it was a wake up call for the Marquee Division. Things are getting shaken up. I am now the face of the division. Levi is gone. Candy is back. And plenty of new, fresh talent are here ready to work their way up the ranks. And one of those fresh talents is my first defense this week; Miika Kempainen.
*Shaking his arms and legs loose, he is just about ready for full on in-ring action*
A man with a tragic past, something that I am familiar with; but unfortunately we are on the different sides of it. You were on the terrible side of accidentally… an accident. Something that you likely live with every day. And because of that you were forced to give up your dream. I cannot imagine what that feels like, but then again I know what it feels like to lose something. You have the right mindset; do what you can do move forward, push ahead, and do what it takes to not give up. You had a great showing last week but it is not quite your time yet. The Marquee Division has long needed stability, and it is I that will bring stability to it. Levi and I had a hard fought battle, and I came out on top. Before he had to leave, we both agreed that it would be our last time going one-on-one. It is unfortunate how true that is now. We move on ahead and forward. I will hold up this title for a long time, and I will lead the division; just as Levi would want me to do. I know that I have you to face, Miika. And when I defeat you, I have Candy at City of Sin. It is not an easy task, and being a champion that defends the title every show is not the easiest path to glory; but when have I ever wanted the easy path?
*Avery begins to bounce up and down inside of the ring*
I hope that you are ready to bring everything that you have Miika. I mean no disrespect, but Melody and Rockin’ Lunatic are not on the level as people like myself, Justin Harmony, and Candy. If you want to make yourself a staple of this company… in this division… you had better step it up. You can just float along the bottom and hope for shots to come to you, or you can take them. I earned my shot by making my way through the Marquee Tournament. You have won one match in NGW… and you get a title shot? You had better make it count; it might be the only one you get!
*Avery proceeds to stare down a second man that comes inside of the ring. Immediately, the two of them lock up ready for a sparring session*
Scene 002 - Renaissance Seattle Hotel - Seattle, WA - June 14th, 2016
Avery struggles with two bags of groceries as he makes his way back towards his rented car. He’d left his girls to stock up. A smile comes to his face... his girls. And they definitely were. Setting the bags on the seat his phone starts to ring. Avery looks at the name on the call, and it is Taylor.
Avery: Hey Tay, what’s up?
The voice on the other end however is not the one he’s expecting.
Brooklyn: Avey?
Avery is taken back for a moment, realizing that something has to be up if Brooklyn is calling him.
Avery: Brooky? Where is mommy?
Brooklyn: It bad Avey. JJ came over. He’s being mean to Mommy. She said call Avey and look the bathroom.
Avery: Are you at JJ’s house, right now?
Avery quickly starts the car, putting his foot on the brakes ready to take off.
Brooklyn: Nope! He came to room. Lots of yelling. Don’t like yelling.
Her voice sounds panicked.
Avery: What room Brooky? Calm down, and tell Avery what room he is at.
Brooklyn: Where we are sleeping.
He can hear the yelling in the background.
Avery: I am coming Brooky. You stay put, okay?
Brooklyn: I scared Avey.
A loud crash makes the young girl jump.
Avery takes off speeding down the road, staying one the phone with Brooklyn. He is only minutes away from the hotel.
Avery: I am coming Brooky. Stay on the phone with me, okay?
Brooklyn: Okay. I scared. JJ mad
She sounds on the verge of crying
Avery quickly speeds through a red light after making sure there is no traffic. He can see the hotel just up ahead.
Avery: I am almost there.
The sound of loud pounding and a voice yelling, ‘let me in Brooklyn.’ And the phone suddenly goes dead.
Avery pulls up to the hotel and just throws the car in park out front in the entrance area. Leaving the groceries in the car, he dashes inside while reaching in his pocket for the keycard.
Avery: I’m coming Brooklyn…
He says to himself. Heading up to the second floor and down the hall, he slides the keycard into the door.
The first thing he says when he enters the room is Taylor. She’s slumped against the wall, half conscious. Then he sees Jeremiah kicking at the bathroom door while the little girl inside it screams in fear.
Jeremiah: Open this door.
Avery: Hey, stop that shit!
Avery heads in, leaving the door half-open. He charges forward and puts his hand on Jeremiah’s shoulder.
Jeremiah stops, turning to push off Avery’s hand.
Jeremiah: So you’re the guy that stole my family huh?
He shakes his head, smiling but it’s not a smile of happiness.
Jeremiah: This has nothing to do with you. Get out now while you can. I’ll take care of them just fine.
Avery: I think it is best that you leave, immediately.
Avery places two hands on Jeremiah, trying to back him up.
Jeremiah looks down at Avery’s hands and then up at his face.
Jeremiah: Sure. I’ll go. I’ll even leave the whore. But I’ll be taking MY daughter.
He rolls his eyes and turns back to the door.
Avery pulls back and decks him, dropping Jeremiah down to the floor.
Avery: Watch your fucking mouth, and get your ass out of here. You have ZERO to do with Taylor or Brooklyn any longer. They are NONE of your concern. And if you come near them again, you will be begging just for a punch.
Jermiah slumps back against the wall and laughs again, rubbing a hand along his jaw.
Jeremiah: Threatening me? Well that’s not going to look good for Taylor’s case now is it? The Judge already is on my side... Avery... Taylor is mine. Always will be mine and that little girl is mine too. You can play house all you want but once this is over, I’ll have my family back and you go go back to playing at being some kinda a fighter.
Just then hotel security arrive hearing the commotion from down the hall.
Security: Is there an issue here?
Avery: Yes, this man harmed her..
Avery points to Taylor.
Avery: And he tried to bust down this door to get to a small toddler. I tried to stop him and asked him to leave, but he refused. Would you please have the cops called to remove this man?
Security: They are already on the way, sir.
The security each grab one of Jeremiah’s arms and start to escort him from the room.
Jeremiah: This is ridiculous. He hit me. Threatened me. That’s my daughter and my girlfriend and he’s holding them against their will!
The security stop to look at AVery.
Brooklyn: Avey! Avey!
The sounds of the young girl get louder and louder as Avery slides past the security members.
Avery: It’s okay Brooky, it’s me. You can open the door.
She unlocks the door and opens it, immediately jumping into his arms.
Brooklyn: Mommy! Mommy hurt!
With Brooklyn in hand, he heads over the Taylor to check on her and make sure that she is okay.
Avery: I just ran up here, obviously. The room is in MY name. And security saw me rush up here obviously.
The security shake their heads.
Security: Is she going to need a doctor?
Avery: Yes, please. It looks like HE hit her in the head, I am not sure if she is okay or not.
Brooklyn tries to reach out for her mom.
Avery: Be careful Brooky… mommy’s head hurts.
They haul the struggling Jeremiah out and nod that they’ll send the hotel doctor up. Taylor starts to groan on the floor.
Avery: Tay… hey. It’s me. Brooklyn and me are here. Are you okay?
She reaches up to rub her head and takes in a sharp intake of breath.
Taylor: No. I tried to keep him away from Brooklyn, I’m still not strong enough.
Her eyes gloss over with unshed tears
Avery carefully puts his arms around her and helps her up slowly.
Avery: She is fine. You protected her. You did well.
Taking her in his arms, he helps her to the side of the bed.
Avery: Brooklyn is fine. You did an amazing job protecting her.
It’s obvious that Taylor has a concussion as she sways a little. She puts her hand up to her head again. She closes her eyes.
Taylor: I just want to sleep
Avery: Tay, stay with me. You can’t sleep.
Thinking about the meetings that NGW has had about concussions, he remembers to keep them talking.
Avery: Do you remember the day we met? You, me, and Zoe?
She smiles, blinking slowly.
Taylor: Uh huh. I just moved. I had no friends.
Avery: But then Zoe and I came along. You were so cute… sitting there alone.
He looks down as Brooklyn plays with his cell phone, keeping her distracted. The security members escorted Jeremiah out and Avery hears the elevator ding at the end of the hall.
Avery: I think the doctor is almost here. You are so strong, you know that?
He lifts her head up with a finger under her chin.
Taylor tries to shake her head, but grimaces.
Taylor: But if you hadn’t come...
She closes her eyes, trailing off as the already half open door opens more as the doctor calls in.
Doctor: Hello?
Avery: In here doc. She hit her head really hard.
The doctor comes in. He’s dressed in street clothes but he puts a big black bag on the bed beside Taylor.
Doctor: I can already tell that this is most likely a pretty bad concussion. How did this happen?
Avery: She was… attacked. Security already took him out. What do we need to do, doc?
He frowns while looking her over.
Doctor: Get her to the hospital as soon as possible and don’t let her fall asleep until they’ve looked her over. More than likely this will be an overnight stay. She should press charges, looks like she was slammed against a wall.
He shines a penlight into Taylor’s eyes even though she can’t keep them open for very long.
Avery: Alright, we will do that right away. Brooklyn you grab mommy’s purse okay?
She nods.
Avery: Thanks doc. I am taking them immediately.
Avery helps Taylor down to the car as he rushes her to the hospital.
Avery Miles III
Scene 001 - Olympia Gym - Paradise, NV - June 13th, 2016
*An empty ring sits quiet as we are in the wee hours of the morning. Just four minutes past seven in the morning Vegas time. Avery Miles is wearing a light gray hoodie, jogging pants, and a pair of sneakers. Cords coming from his ears, with some sort of music blasting. He stretches out trying to loosen up for his morning workout. Things were not the same as they were a week ago; he would be training inside of the ring with Levi Daughterty. He would also be getting ready for VWS’s Tenacity show. But a week can change a lot. Levi and Emma both decided to go back to the home in Sydney to handle some family business. It was not planned at all, and not what either of them truly wanted. This leaves not only with another person gone in Avery’s life, but it leaves NGW with only half of a team tag champion. Beating Levi at Vendetta for the Marquee Title was a huge accomplishment for Avery, and then defeating Persephone over the weekend in Alpha Rising’s first show; but it is all bittersweet for the third generation star. Avery heads up into the ring and begins to run the ropes to finish loosening up. Pulling on the top rope, he pulls his arms getting ready for an intense workout. Without skipping a beat or pulling out an earbud, Avery nods towards the camera crew ready to get the promo shot*
It is time that I step forward and cement my place here in NGW. It took Levi, my brother, to help and push me. Fighting through so many tough times, Levi has been there for me and been the best brother an only child can wish for. I know that we will still keep in touch, and I will eventually visit. But for now, I am alone. I have a tag team match at City of Sin, as well as defending my Marquee Title. It is not the first time that I will be double booked, and that is okay. I have stepped away from VWS and CWT, and am focusing my time on NGW for now. Who can say what the future holds for me?
*Avery tilts his neck in both directions, testing to angle at which he can push it*
For now, I have my first Marquee Title defense. I take on a man named Miika. He won a match last week, and it was a wake up call for the Marquee Division. Things are getting shaken up. I am now the face of the division. Levi is gone. Candy is back. And plenty of new, fresh talent are here ready to work their way up the ranks. And one of those fresh talents is my first defense this week; Miika Kempainen.
*Shaking his arms and legs loose, he is just about ready for full on in-ring action*
A man with a tragic past, something that I am familiar with; but unfortunately we are on the different sides of it. You were on the terrible side of accidentally… an accident. Something that you likely live with every day. And because of that you were forced to give up your dream. I cannot imagine what that feels like, but then again I know what it feels like to lose something. You have the right mindset; do what you can do move forward, push ahead, and do what it takes to not give up. You had a great showing last week but it is not quite your time yet. The Marquee Division has long needed stability, and it is I that will bring stability to it. Levi and I had a hard fought battle, and I came out on top. Before he had to leave, we both agreed that it would be our last time going one-on-one. It is unfortunate how true that is now. We move on ahead and forward. I will hold up this title for a long time, and I will lead the division; just as Levi would want me to do. I know that I have you to face, Miika. And when I defeat you, I have Candy at City of Sin. It is not an easy task, and being a champion that defends the title every show is not the easiest path to glory; but when have I ever wanted the easy path?
*Avery begins to bounce up and down inside of the ring*
I hope that you are ready to bring everything that you have Miika. I mean no disrespect, but Melody and Rockin’ Lunatic are not on the level as people like myself, Justin Harmony, and Candy. If you want to make yourself a staple of this company… in this division… you had better step it up. You can just float along the bottom and hope for shots to come to you, or you can take them. I earned my shot by making my way through the Marquee Tournament. You have won one match in NGW… and you get a title shot? You had better make it count; it might be the only one you get!
*Avery proceeds to stare down a second man that comes inside of the ring. Immediately, the two of them lock up ready for a sparring session*
Scene 002 - Renaissance Seattle Hotel - Seattle, WA - June 14th, 2016
Avery struggles with two bags of groceries as he makes his way back towards his rented car. He’d left his girls to stock up. A smile comes to his face... his girls. And they definitely were. Setting the bags on the seat his phone starts to ring. Avery looks at the name on the call, and it is Taylor.
Avery: Hey Tay, what’s up?
The voice on the other end however is not the one he’s expecting.
Brooklyn: Avey?
Avery is taken back for a moment, realizing that something has to be up if Brooklyn is calling him.
Avery: Brooky? Where is mommy?
Brooklyn: It bad Avey. JJ came over. He’s being mean to Mommy. She said call Avey and look the bathroom.
Avery: Are you at JJ’s house, right now?
Avery quickly starts the car, putting his foot on the brakes ready to take off.
Brooklyn: Nope! He came to room. Lots of yelling. Don’t like yelling.
Her voice sounds panicked.
Avery: What room Brooky? Calm down, and tell Avery what room he is at.
Brooklyn: Where we are sleeping.
He can hear the yelling in the background.
Avery: I am coming Brooky. You stay put, okay?
Brooklyn: I scared Avey.
A loud crash makes the young girl jump.
Avery takes off speeding down the road, staying one the phone with Brooklyn. He is only minutes away from the hotel.
Avery: I am coming Brooky. Stay on the phone with me, okay?
Brooklyn: Okay. I scared. JJ mad
She sounds on the verge of crying
Avery quickly speeds through a red light after making sure there is no traffic. He can see the hotel just up ahead.
Avery: I am almost there.
The sound of loud pounding and a voice yelling, ‘let me in Brooklyn.’ And the phone suddenly goes dead.
Avery pulls up to the hotel and just throws the car in park out front in the entrance area. Leaving the groceries in the car, he dashes inside while reaching in his pocket for the keycard.
Avery: I’m coming Brooklyn…
He says to himself. Heading up to the second floor and down the hall, he slides the keycard into the door.
The first thing he says when he enters the room is Taylor. She’s slumped against the wall, half conscious. Then he sees Jeremiah kicking at the bathroom door while the little girl inside it screams in fear.
Jeremiah: Open this door.
Avery: Hey, stop that shit!
Avery heads in, leaving the door half-open. He charges forward and puts his hand on Jeremiah’s shoulder.
Jeremiah stops, turning to push off Avery’s hand.
Jeremiah: So you’re the guy that stole my family huh?
He shakes his head, smiling but it’s not a smile of happiness.
Jeremiah: This has nothing to do with you. Get out now while you can. I’ll take care of them just fine.
Avery: I think it is best that you leave, immediately.
Avery places two hands on Jeremiah, trying to back him up.
Jeremiah looks down at Avery’s hands and then up at his face.
Jeremiah: Sure. I’ll go. I’ll even leave the whore. But I’ll be taking MY daughter.
He rolls his eyes and turns back to the door.
Avery pulls back and decks him, dropping Jeremiah down to the floor.
Avery: Watch your fucking mouth, and get your ass out of here. You have ZERO to do with Taylor or Brooklyn any longer. They are NONE of your concern. And if you come near them again, you will be begging just for a punch.
Jermiah slumps back against the wall and laughs again, rubbing a hand along his jaw.
Jeremiah: Threatening me? Well that’s not going to look good for Taylor’s case now is it? The Judge already is on my side... Avery... Taylor is mine. Always will be mine and that little girl is mine too. You can play house all you want but once this is over, I’ll have my family back and you go go back to playing at being some kinda a fighter.
Just then hotel security arrive hearing the commotion from down the hall.
Security: Is there an issue here?
Avery: Yes, this man harmed her..
Avery points to Taylor.
Avery: And he tried to bust down this door to get to a small toddler. I tried to stop him and asked him to leave, but he refused. Would you please have the cops called to remove this man?
Security: They are already on the way, sir.
The security each grab one of Jeremiah’s arms and start to escort him from the room.
Jeremiah: This is ridiculous. He hit me. Threatened me. That’s my daughter and my girlfriend and he’s holding them against their will!
The security stop to look at AVery.
Brooklyn: Avey! Avey!
The sounds of the young girl get louder and louder as Avery slides past the security members.
Avery: It’s okay Brooky, it’s me. You can open the door.
She unlocks the door and opens it, immediately jumping into his arms.
Brooklyn: Mommy! Mommy hurt!
With Brooklyn in hand, he heads over the Taylor to check on her and make sure that she is okay.
Avery: I just ran up here, obviously. The room is in MY name. And security saw me rush up here obviously.
The security shake their heads.
Security: Is she going to need a doctor?
Avery: Yes, please. It looks like HE hit her in the head, I am not sure if she is okay or not.
Brooklyn tries to reach out for her mom.
Avery: Be careful Brooky… mommy’s head hurts.
They haul the struggling Jeremiah out and nod that they’ll send the hotel doctor up. Taylor starts to groan on the floor.
Avery: Tay… hey. It’s me. Brooklyn and me are here. Are you okay?
She reaches up to rub her head and takes in a sharp intake of breath.
Taylor: No. I tried to keep him away from Brooklyn, I’m still not strong enough.
Her eyes gloss over with unshed tears
Avery carefully puts his arms around her and helps her up slowly.
Avery: She is fine. You protected her. You did well.
Taking her in his arms, he helps her to the side of the bed.
Avery: Brooklyn is fine. You did an amazing job protecting her.
It’s obvious that Taylor has a concussion as she sways a little. She puts her hand up to her head again. She closes her eyes.
Taylor: I just want to sleep
Avery: Tay, stay with me. You can’t sleep.
Thinking about the meetings that NGW has had about concussions, he remembers to keep them talking.
Avery: Do you remember the day we met? You, me, and Zoe?
She smiles, blinking slowly.
Taylor: Uh huh. I just moved. I had no friends.
Avery: But then Zoe and I came along. You were so cute… sitting there alone.
He looks down as Brooklyn plays with his cell phone, keeping her distracted. The security members escorted Jeremiah out and Avery hears the elevator ding at the end of the hall.
Avery: I think the doctor is almost here. You are so strong, you know that?
He lifts her head up with a finger under her chin.
Taylor tries to shake her head, but grimaces.
Taylor: But if you hadn’t come...
She closes her eyes, trailing off as the already half open door opens more as the doctor calls in.
Doctor: Hello?
Avery: In here doc. She hit her head really hard.
The doctor comes in. He’s dressed in street clothes but he puts a big black bag on the bed beside Taylor.
Doctor: I can already tell that this is most likely a pretty bad concussion. How did this happen?
Avery: She was… attacked. Security already took him out. What do we need to do, doc?
He frowns while looking her over.
Doctor: Get her to the hospital as soon as possible and don’t let her fall asleep until they’ve looked her over. More than likely this will be an overnight stay. She should press charges, looks like she was slammed against a wall.
He shines a penlight into Taylor’s eyes even though she can’t keep them open for very long.
Avery: Alright, we will do that right away. Brooklyn you grab mommy’s purse okay?
She nods.
Avery: Thanks doc. I am taking them immediately.
Avery helps Taylor down to the car as he rushes her to the hospital.
Avery Miles III