Post by Charles "Dead Eye" James II on Nov 29, 2015 4:33:35 GMT -5
{Scene Opens: Outside ICW Arena: Indianapolis, Indiana}
Dead Eye (Charles) had just lifted Karin out of the car as they parked the rental car out front of the ICW Arena in Indianapolis, Indiana. After asking to be put down, he obliged and then offered his hand to her. Karin looked at his hand, smile on her face, before grabbing the hand, locking her fingers with his.
Karin:
You know my gym bag is in the trunk? You going to carry it for me?
Charles:
I got you on that, but I'm slinging that bag over my shoulder. Just so you know, you not getting ya hand back right away.
The two walk toward the back of the car to the trunk, and Charles grabs the bag and puts it on his opposite shoulder. The two begin to walk toward the entrance.
Charles:
Oh, yeah. This is a lot different set-up than I have back in LBC. Marcus runs a small fed, so he has training mats and a camera setup he's gonna let us use so we can record your training and get some film to help guide what we need to work on and positive points with each session.
They stop at the door, Karin pulls Charles towards her to face her, she squeezes his fingers with hers as she looks up at him.
Karin:
I don’t know if I should train. Miles wasn’t the most encouraging to me pursuing it, and I know he made a big difference in your career so the man obviously knows what he’s talking about. Maybe I should just watch tonight.
Her eyes remain locked on his as she closes the distance between them.
Karin:
Its cold out here...we should go in.
Charles unlocks hands to pull the door partially open.
Charles:
Yeah, but before we do…
Charles sets the bag down for a second and takes his free hand and cups under Karin’s chin, slightly tilting her head upward.
Charles:
I want you to forget about what Miles said. I'm sure you saw that I got pretty defensive about it on Twitter, but I texted him after. He just used to making his money and not having to step in the ring. He LOVES being wrestlers’ advocate, so he was just trying to lead you to what he loves about the biz. I know how bad you wanna do this. I see how your eyes light up every time you see a wrestling ring. That one minor setback the other day was just that...don't let it or anything anybody says define you, shawty. Aight?
Charles keeps his hand under her chin as he waits for a response.
Karin:
I guess ultimately I don’t want to get in between you and your friends. He has helped bring you all of this success, and if something as little as me wanting to wrestle could cause an argument, I can just wait, seriously. I don’t mind Charles.
Her eyes widen at the mention, although by looking into them, he would notice disappointment, but she truly wants to do what's best for him and his career.
Karin:
Now can we go in before I turn into a popsicle?
Charles:
Yes, but we're gonna sit on that bench right there for a second, if you don't mind and finish this conversation.
Charles points to a bench that, much to Karin’s delight is inside the facility. The two enter the building and sit down.
Charles:
One thing to know about the club is that we're supportive of each other and our friends and, to a fault, quick to talk. Miles made sure I knew that he was just trying to give his advice, but it's hard to have one match and have a complete opinion. So, don't give up and don't worry about me and Miles. We Gucci. And besides...I'm not gonna let you give up because I know you want this. So, training tonight….yes?
Karin:
Okay, we can do this. That ring looks beautiful.
Karin’s attention is again grabbed by the ring as she stands up, wearing her heels she had on previously at the Redefine show.
Karin:
I’m guessing you aren’t going to let me wrestle in my heels are you? They make me a little taller!
She laughs, turning towards Charles who is still seated. He gives her a “really?” look, then laughs.
Charles:
I think for the sake of having heels stabbed into me, that's not a good idea. Maybe we can get you hooked up with some platform wrestling boots to…
Before he can finish the sentence, Karin hits him in the arm. Charles takes a moment to do another impression, this time Kip from Napoleon Dynamite.
Charles:
Geee-eeez!!!
Karin:
So I can drive in heels so that you can watch your little football game in the car, but I can’t wrestle in them. I see how this is.
She shakes her head, jokingly. and slides her heels off, dropping them into the floor.
Karin:
You have my socks and shoes in my bag, can you get them out for me?
Charles grabs the bag and puts it on the bench.
Charles:
Shoes and socks...so you're wearing what you have on now? If not, the locker room is around the corner right there....
She snatches the bag, and stands up.
Karin:
Keep getting smart and I’m gonna pin you in my first match. We’re having a match tonight. You can train me, but one of us is winning and the other is losing. I hate losing!
Karin giggles as she tip toes towards the locker room. A few minutes later, she re-emerges wearing a gray, sort of baggy t-shirt, some black and pink workout shorts, and black and pink Nike’s. She spins around in a circle for Charles.
Karin:
There? Is that better? Can I wrestle now?
Charles:
Oh, and I'm smot? Pssh! So, you're modeling for me now?
Before he can be met with another arm shot, he hops off the bench and darts toward a door.
Charles:
I'll be right back. Marcus always keep some stuff here for me.
As quickly as he hopped off the bench, Charles disappears into the room. He returns shortly after with some black and blue wrestling shorts and black and blue Nike’s.
Charles:
Ready?
Karin:
I’m ready, bae.
Both walk towards the ring, stopping right outside of it. Karin puts her hands on the mat like she did last time and then pushes her palms down and hops up onto the ring apron and slides under the bottom rope. As she stands up she begins jumping up and down in the ring, excitedly.
Charles:
See? Much softer cushion on this one, and it's a legit ring. That padding is another reason heels wouldn't be wise.
Charles grabs the bottom rope and pulls himself up onto the apron. He springboards into the ring and pulls Karin by the waist just hard enough to pull her down to the padded surface.
Charles:
You sure you wanna have a match with ME still?
Karin pulls herself up off the mat, running a hand through her curly hair, smirking at Charles.
Karin:
You just took a cheap shot, so I’m gonna make you pay. Of course I want the match.
She walks right up to him, looking up at the man who is 8 inches taller than her. She smiles defiantly and places her manicured hands on her hips.
Karin:
Count our own pins, or submission ends. This is the best way for me to show you what I’ve learned by watching your youtube video’s right?
Charles:
Show me what you got then, shawty? RING THE BELL! Oh, wait...we da only ones on here...
Charles extends his hand for the classic sportsmanship beginning of a match. Karin extends her hand, and Charles tries to be funny and bows to a curtsey. Karin quickly leaps into the air and lands a Dropkick to the chest. She quickly slides and goes to put an armbar on him. Charles quickly rolls himself a quarter over toward her side to block the arm extension.
Charles:
And you excuse...ow...me of a cheap shot?
Karin:
Give up!
Charles props himself on the shoulder she has her feet on to apply the hold. He gets to almost a kneeling position, albeit a twisted one, and places his free hand below her ribs and begins to tickle her, prompting her to immediately release the hold and roll away from him, laughing.
Karin:
Yoo, what was that!? I don’t think tickling is a legal move in a wrestling match!
Karin stands back to her feet, staring over at Charles who has a grin stretched all the way across his face.
Karin:
Remember, we have to spend DAYS together. I’m gonna get you back for that one. You know that, right?
Charles:
Yeah, I know that. I just didn't want to just pick you up and finish you off already. You coulda been done, son! But bring your best shot at paying me back!
He sticks his tongue out at her, which prompts a kick that gets blocked. Remembering the brief training session, he ducks an Enziguri attempt. He grabs the back of her shirt and pulls her down for a pin attempt. He calls out “1” and she kicks out. She jumps up and sends a dropkick to his head and goes for a pin herself. She gets a “1” as well.
Charles:
I see you have been studying.
Karin:
Of course. I’ve been studying your matches. There’s still a few things I learned that I haven’t pulled out yet.
Charles:
And you probably shouldn’t pull some of it out because I haven’t trained your big head how to do the moves yet.
Karin:
Do I look like I care?
Charles:
You should because I haven't even shown the world all of my moves yet.
The two are standing just a few inches between each other. Charles motions for a test of strength, and Karin shows her determination and doesn't back down. He allows her to take control but sweeps her feet from under her. He goes to pick her up and gets rolled up. She shouts “1”, and Charles kicks out, rolling himself backward. She runs at him with a cross body, but Charles rolls through it. He falls back, dropping her behind his head with a version of a fall away slam.
Charles:
I'm the master of counters! You can't take me!
Karin slowly picks herself off the mat, unwilling to give up. She crawls over to him and grabs his shorts to pull herself up. She looks up at him while she’s pulling herself up.
Karin:
I CAN take you…
Charles lifts her up and she surprises him out of nowhere by doing a move she’s watched him do on youtube, a hurricanrana! It connects and Charles pops back up and she goes for a second! She connects, finishing with a pin. Karin is quick to yell “1” and then “2” before a stunned Charles takes his legs and moves them inside her shoulders. He uses his leg strength to pull downward and change the momentum into a pin of his own. He calls out “1” then “2” before having two shoes clapped into each side of his head. This forces a break of the pin attempt. Karin gets up, leaping into the air with an elbow to the sternum. She pulls up his foot and leans back across his chest for another pin. “1” is yelled, and Charles rolls back, countering into another pin of his own again. Karin quickly rolls back, and Charles starts to get up.
Karin knows this is her chance. As Charles gets up, she puts the fear of the last time she attempted the move out of her mind. She runs up to Charles and wraps her hands around the back of his head and jumps, attempting to drive his face into her knees!
Karin:
Yaaaas!
She leaps into the air celebrating hitting the move that disappointed her in their first training session, momentarily forgetting to capitalize on her advantage. She then scrambles over to Charles. He sits up, grabs her arm, and puts her in a crossface.
Charles:
Lesson 2...celebration is for after you win.
Karin quickly grabs the bottom rope, and Charles releases the hold.
Karin:
Is lesson 3 ring awareness?
Charles:
Oh, you got jokes, huh?
Karin has exhausted most of the moves she feels comfortable using as of right now, but still feels she has one or two up her sleeve. Both of them meeting in the center of the ring and Karin stomps on his foot!!! Charles bend over, half laughing, half shouting and Karin grabs his head and plants him with a DDT and then uses her strength to turn him over and go for a pin! She yells out “1!” Then “2!” and then “Thr-” when Charles lifts up his shoulder.
Charles:
Close, but not close enough, shawty. Now, the gloves are coming off!
Karin:
I told you I can take you!!!
The two are face-to-face. Charles grabs her arm and whips her into the corner. He runs a few steps and leaps. The second he hits the corner, he grabs her hands and uses his feet to monkey flip her out of the corner. He then hops onto the top turnbuckle. Karin holds her lower back and is slow to get to her feet. She looks up at him and her vision is a little blurry but as she focuses more, she see’s him. She puts her hands up telling him to pause.
Karin:
I’m not ready for all of that yet…
She begins taking deep breaths, hoping she can draw him off of the top ropes. Seeing her slightly disoriented state, Charles climbs down off the top rope with a worried look on his face.
Charles:
Bae, you okay? I didn't m…
WHACK!!
Karin levels him with a superkick. Charles hits the padded mat hard, pulling himself out of the ring with the assistance of the bottom rope. Karin takes the time to lay down on her stomach, kicking her legs back and forth mocking him.
Karin:
Awww are you done bae? Didn’t think I could do all of this did you? I’ve been watching your matches pretty much non-stop.
As Charles puts his hand on the ring to pull himself back in, Karin quickly grabs it and locks in an armbar.
Karin:
Just give up and then we can go back to our room and I promise I won’t brag all night!
Charles:
Our room, huh? Thought we had a rental house?
Karin:
No. That's not what I…
Charles uses the moment to put his free hand under her back and lift her up. He rears back to set up a sit-out, but Karin pulls back herself, flipping Charles to the mat. They both roll to their stomachs and then to their feet. Charles charges for a shining wizard, but Karin rolls away. When he sits up, he sees her running at him and diving feet first. He drops to the mat on his side, avoiding the front dropkick.
Charles:
I promise when you lose, I won't rub it in your face…
Karin:
Do you wanna call it a tie and call it a night?
She takes a deep breath and offers her hand in form of a truce. He extends his hand.
Charles:
It's probably getting late, and I perfectly understand and appreciate that you realize that you can't beat me, so that's fine.
As their hands are connected, she rubs his palm with her nails.
Karin:
Trust me, I can beat you. I’m already this close. I just don’t want to embarrass you. Losing to the girl you’re crushing on in her first match? Do you REALLY want that on your record?
Charles does his best to keep a straight face, but help but to grin.
Charles:
I gotta admit that you held ya own. I told you that you got it in you. You might’ve had me if I didn't get you back for that top rope trick. That superkick, tho.
Charles rubs his chin with his free hand.
Charles:
That one stung, but know this, Ms. Girl I'm crushing on…
Charles leans down to where his face is right up to hers.
Charles:
…next time, I won't take it easy on you.
He looks her right in the eyes, and then smiles. She smiles back, and places both hands on his cheek.
Karin:
What if I said I wanted to kiss you?
Instead of answering, he just leans in and plants his lips on hers. The kiss lasts a few seconds, before Karin puts her foot behind his, tripping him to the mat and keeping their lips locked together as they fall, with her landing on top of him. She then gently pounds the mat 3 times and breaks the kiss, smiling.
Karin:
I win...in more ways than one.
Her smile is genuine as she stands up slowly, giving her hand to Charles who takes it, looking surprised at all that just happened. Karin, now realizing what just happened, runs her hand through her hair.
Karin:
I’m sorry if that was unprofessional...but I’ve wanted to do it all day. For the last two days. And today, you just literally gave me my first match, and I didn’t die.
Laughs
Karin:
I love being your manager, but I just love being around you. Sorry if this changes things.
Karin looks down at the ring, unsure of exactly how her boss will take it.
Charles:
Hey…
Reminiscent to just before they entered the gym, Charles puts a hand under her chin, lifting her head up. This time, he gives her a small peck on the lips.
Charles:
Don't be sorry. I've been fighting with myself on when was the right moment to kiss you. I'm sure this does change things, but I hope you don't feel like this was a mistake. At least, I don't feel that way. You're amazing, and I, too love spending time with you. Today has been everything to me. So, um...I wanna ask something, but I don't know if I should…
Karin looks at him, with a look of confusion on her face.
Karin:
Lightskin, you can ask me anything. What’s up?
Charles:
Well, I know that you have my best interests in mind, and you just said you loved being my manager. I can tell that you're worried about that kiss affecting our work relationship, but I really felt something with that...I guess what I'm really trying to ask is if we could be more than just...manager and boss?
Karin:
Like….you’re asking me that?!
She goes to turn away from him but he gently grabs her arm, turning her back around.
Karin:
What are people going to think when they find out we are closer than just manager and client? How are they going to look at me? They’ll probably think I slept my way to a job. I think if we take that step...maybe I should step down as your manager. I don’t want to, but I also don’t want people thinking I’m something I’m not.
She steps closer to him, grabbing both of his hands.
Karin:
I care about you...and when I asked you to come over and watch that movie last night, it wasn’t just because we were both awake, it was because I wanted to see you...to cuddle. To feel your arms around me. I haven’t had a boyfriend in years...because nobody seemed worth my time. Until now…
Charles stands there thinking for a moment...biting his lip a little.
Charles:
I'd honestly say fuck what people think, but I can understand where you're coming from with that. I respect that you care about stuff like that, but honestly, people could see something happening between us just from spending a few minutes with the two of us. Whatever you wanna do, I'll support it. I feel the same way, though. I've been single since my freshman year really for the same reason as you. I was hoping that's why you wanted me to come over last night. I get excited every time I know I'm going to see you, but I guess the ball is in your court now. I just want you to understand how great it would be, at least in my mind, if you were my girlfriend.
Karin:
I’ve had more fun than a little bit since I’ve gotten to spend time with you, getting to know you. You make me laugh, you show that you care, you come over at 1 in the morning because I asked to watch a movie and cuddle...how could I say no?
A smile crosses her face as she squeezes his hands, nodding her head.
Karin:
Yes...I want to be yours.
She takes a deep breath and looks happy but her eyes begin welling up still, as this means her professional future is unsure. The smile on his face is obvious, but seeing her conflicted look causes him to lift her hand up and kiss it.
Charles:
What's wrong, bae?
Karin:
What is your mom gonna think? I mean, she likes me, but I don’t know if she expected all of this yet. What about the people in NGW? They’re going to find out I’m not only your manager, but your girlfriend, that makes me look like a gold-digger. I don’t know. It won’t change my mind though, because I feel like getting to spend more time with you, would be better than spending the money I make in wrestling, just like I was telling Miles...money isn’t everything, but happiness is. Right now I’m beyond happy.
She stands on her tippy toes in order to place a kiss on his lips, smiling.
Karin:
Can we go back to the vacation home and watch a movie and talk? I just want to figure all of this out.
Charles:
Of course. We can't just stand in this ring sweaty all night. I gotta do something real quick first…
Charles lets go of her hands and holds the ropes open for her to exit the ring. With the two out of the ring, she gives him a puzzled look.
Charles:
I gotta grab the security tape. Don't want somebody trying to send this to TMZ or summin. I'll grab that, then we can change clothes and leave.
Karin:
You’re being really sketch about the whole thing, but okay...I’ll just change here if you want to take the locker room? Save us some time. I have a lil bit of driving to do, and I’m tired, but I still wanna talk to you tonight.
The two go into the rooms to change back into their previous clothes. When Karin returns, Charles is on the bench tying his shoes. He gets up and motions for her bag. He takes it over one shoulder and takes her hand in his other.
Charles:
I can drive if you want. Thanks for driving earlier...and well, for everything today. And what do you mean I'm being sketchy?
Karin:
Hiding the tapes? Really? If the world is going to find out, they’re going to find out. I just think you wanna make sure nobody see’s me pinning you for the 1...2...3….
She smirks as the start heading to the door, hand in hand.
Karin:
And don’t pull me or anything as payback, I’m in heels now, remember!
Charles:
Aight. Guilty as charged.
He laughs.
Charles:
I can't have my cousin coming in here in the morning and then clowning me for getting got. And about the whole world knowing about us? I’d be the first one yelling that on a megaphone for all to hear. Hell, I'll start off my next promo with that. Can you imagine the hate when people realize you taken? I'll be the most villainous man in pro wrestling.
Karin:
Don’t even play yourself like that, I doubt anyone would care. I’m like the first person in your little group that doesn’t get along with Old School, if he doesn’t like me, do you think anyone else is going to be jealous?
They open the doors and reach the parking lot, where its gotten alot chillier from when they first entered the gym.
Karin:
Crap it's cold out here! Let’s run to the car, but carefully so I don’t bust my face. Are you ready?
Charles:
Yep, leggo!!
The two scurry to the car, Karin goes to the driver’s side while Charles goes to put her bag back in the trunk. He peaks his head when he closes the trunk and gets in the passenger seat.
Charles:
Oh, and about my moms...she been texting me asking every few hours if I asked you out yet, so you have her blessing. And Miles, we'll work that out...but wait… I thought you didn't wanna have to drive with them heels that I didn't let you wrestle in…
Karin:
Awww, you offering to hold my heels for me while I drive?
She laughs, and slips both heels off and sits them in his lap. He stares at the heels, but Karin just cracks up.
Karin:
You are the sweetest boyfriend. And if my toes get messed up, you can get me a pedi tomorrow. Sound like a deal? I AM driving you around all day.
Charles:
Did you really just...ah fuck it. Take us to the vacation home, Jeeves!
The car speeds off into the night, headed for their vacation home where they plan on spending nearly the next week together.
{Scene closed.}
Dead Eye (Charles) had just lifted Karin out of the car as they parked the rental car out front of the ICW Arena in Indianapolis, Indiana. After asking to be put down, he obliged and then offered his hand to her. Karin looked at his hand, smile on her face, before grabbing the hand, locking her fingers with his.
Karin:
You know my gym bag is in the trunk? You going to carry it for me?
Charles:
I got you on that, but I'm slinging that bag over my shoulder. Just so you know, you not getting ya hand back right away.
The two walk toward the back of the car to the trunk, and Charles grabs the bag and puts it on his opposite shoulder. The two begin to walk toward the entrance.
Charles:
Oh, yeah. This is a lot different set-up than I have back in LBC. Marcus runs a small fed, so he has training mats and a camera setup he's gonna let us use so we can record your training and get some film to help guide what we need to work on and positive points with each session.
They stop at the door, Karin pulls Charles towards her to face her, she squeezes his fingers with hers as she looks up at him.
Karin:
I don’t know if I should train. Miles wasn’t the most encouraging to me pursuing it, and I know he made a big difference in your career so the man obviously knows what he’s talking about. Maybe I should just watch tonight.
Her eyes remain locked on his as she closes the distance between them.
Karin:
Its cold out here...we should go in.
Charles unlocks hands to pull the door partially open.
Charles:
Yeah, but before we do…
Charles sets the bag down for a second and takes his free hand and cups under Karin’s chin, slightly tilting her head upward.
Charles:
I want you to forget about what Miles said. I'm sure you saw that I got pretty defensive about it on Twitter, but I texted him after. He just used to making his money and not having to step in the ring. He LOVES being wrestlers’ advocate, so he was just trying to lead you to what he loves about the biz. I know how bad you wanna do this. I see how your eyes light up every time you see a wrestling ring. That one minor setback the other day was just that...don't let it or anything anybody says define you, shawty. Aight?
Charles keeps his hand under her chin as he waits for a response.
Karin:
I guess ultimately I don’t want to get in between you and your friends. He has helped bring you all of this success, and if something as little as me wanting to wrestle could cause an argument, I can just wait, seriously. I don’t mind Charles.
Her eyes widen at the mention, although by looking into them, he would notice disappointment, but she truly wants to do what's best for him and his career.
Karin:
Now can we go in before I turn into a popsicle?
Charles:
Yes, but we're gonna sit on that bench right there for a second, if you don't mind and finish this conversation.
Charles points to a bench that, much to Karin’s delight is inside the facility. The two enter the building and sit down.
Charles:
One thing to know about the club is that we're supportive of each other and our friends and, to a fault, quick to talk. Miles made sure I knew that he was just trying to give his advice, but it's hard to have one match and have a complete opinion. So, don't give up and don't worry about me and Miles. We Gucci. And besides...I'm not gonna let you give up because I know you want this. So, training tonight….yes?
Karin:
Okay, we can do this. That ring looks beautiful.
Karin’s attention is again grabbed by the ring as she stands up, wearing her heels she had on previously at the Redefine show.
Karin:
I’m guessing you aren’t going to let me wrestle in my heels are you? They make me a little taller!
She laughs, turning towards Charles who is still seated. He gives her a “really?” look, then laughs.
Charles:
I think for the sake of having heels stabbed into me, that's not a good idea. Maybe we can get you hooked up with some platform wrestling boots to…
Before he can finish the sentence, Karin hits him in the arm. Charles takes a moment to do another impression, this time Kip from Napoleon Dynamite.
Charles:
Geee-eeez!!!
Karin:
So I can drive in heels so that you can watch your little football game in the car, but I can’t wrestle in them. I see how this is.
She shakes her head, jokingly. and slides her heels off, dropping them into the floor.
Karin:
You have my socks and shoes in my bag, can you get them out for me?
Charles grabs the bag and puts it on the bench.
Charles:
Shoes and socks...so you're wearing what you have on now? If not, the locker room is around the corner right there....
She snatches the bag, and stands up.
Karin:
Keep getting smart and I’m gonna pin you in my first match. We’re having a match tonight. You can train me, but one of us is winning and the other is losing. I hate losing!
Karin giggles as she tip toes towards the locker room. A few minutes later, she re-emerges wearing a gray, sort of baggy t-shirt, some black and pink workout shorts, and black and pink Nike’s. She spins around in a circle for Charles.
Karin:
There? Is that better? Can I wrestle now?
Charles:
Oh, and I'm smot? Pssh! So, you're modeling for me now?
Before he can be met with another arm shot, he hops off the bench and darts toward a door.
Charles:
I'll be right back. Marcus always keep some stuff here for me.
As quickly as he hopped off the bench, Charles disappears into the room. He returns shortly after with some black and blue wrestling shorts and black and blue Nike’s.
Charles:
Ready?
Karin:
I’m ready, bae.
Both walk towards the ring, stopping right outside of it. Karin puts her hands on the mat like she did last time and then pushes her palms down and hops up onto the ring apron and slides under the bottom rope. As she stands up she begins jumping up and down in the ring, excitedly.
Charles:
See? Much softer cushion on this one, and it's a legit ring. That padding is another reason heels wouldn't be wise.
Charles grabs the bottom rope and pulls himself up onto the apron. He springboards into the ring and pulls Karin by the waist just hard enough to pull her down to the padded surface.
Charles:
You sure you wanna have a match with ME still?
Karin pulls herself up off the mat, running a hand through her curly hair, smirking at Charles.
Karin:
You just took a cheap shot, so I’m gonna make you pay. Of course I want the match.
She walks right up to him, looking up at the man who is 8 inches taller than her. She smiles defiantly and places her manicured hands on her hips.
Karin:
Count our own pins, or submission ends. This is the best way for me to show you what I’ve learned by watching your youtube video’s right?
Charles:
Show me what you got then, shawty? RING THE BELL! Oh, wait...we da only ones on here...
Charles extends his hand for the classic sportsmanship beginning of a match. Karin extends her hand, and Charles tries to be funny and bows to a curtsey. Karin quickly leaps into the air and lands a Dropkick to the chest. She quickly slides and goes to put an armbar on him. Charles quickly rolls himself a quarter over toward her side to block the arm extension.
Charles:
And you excuse...ow...me of a cheap shot?
Karin:
Give up!
Charles props himself on the shoulder she has her feet on to apply the hold. He gets to almost a kneeling position, albeit a twisted one, and places his free hand below her ribs and begins to tickle her, prompting her to immediately release the hold and roll away from him, laughing.
Karin:
Yoo, what was that!? I don’t think tickling is a legal move in a wrestling match!
Karin stands back to her feet, staring over at Charles who has a grin stretched all the way across his face.
Karin:
Remember, we have to spend DAYS together. I’m gonna get you back for that one. You know that, right?
Charles:
Yeah, I know that. I just didn't want to just pick you up and finish you off already. You coulda been done, son! But bring your best shot at paying me back!
He sticks his tongue out at her, which prompts a kick that gets blocked. Remembering the brief training session, he ducks an Enziguri attempt. He grabs the back of her shirt and pulls her down for a pin attempt. He calls out “1” and she kicks out. She jumps up and sends a dropkick to his head and goes for a pin herself. She gets a “1” as well.
Charles:
I see you have been studying.
Karin:
Of course. I’ve been studying your matches. There’s still a few things I learned that I haven’t pulled out yet.
Charles:
And you probably shouldn’t pull some of it out because I haven’t trained your big head how to do the moves yet.
Karin:
Do I look like I care?
Charles:
You should because I haven't even shown the world all of my moves yet.
The two are standing just a few inches between each other. Charles motions for a test of strength, and Karin shows her determination and doesn't back down. He allows her to take control but sweeps her feet from under her. He goes to pick her up and gets rolled up. She shouts “1”, and Charles kicks out, rolling himself backward. She runs at him with a cross body, but Charles rolls through it. He falls back, dropping her behind his head with a version of a fall away slam.
Charles:
I'm the master of counters! You can't take me!
Karin slowly picks herself off the mat, unwilling to give up. She crawls over to him and grabs his shorts to pull herself up. She looks up at him while she’s pulling herself up.
Karin:
I CAN take you…
Charles lifts her up and she surprises him out of nowhere by doing a move she’s watched him do on youtube, a hurricanrana! It connects and Charles pops back up and she goes for a second! She connects, finishing with a pin. Karin is quick to yell “1” and then “2” before a stunned Charles takes his legs and moves them inside her shoulders. He uses his leg strength to pull downward and change the momentum into a pin of his own. He calls out “1” then “2” before having two shoes clapped into each side of his head. This forces a break of the pin attempt. Karin gets up, leaping into the air with an elbow to the sternum. She pulls up his foot and leans back across his chest for another pin. “1” is yelled, and Charles rolls back, countering into another pin of his own again. Karin quickly rolls back, and Charles starts to get up.
Karin knows this is her chance. As Charles gets up, she puts the fear of the last time she attempted the move out of her mind. She runs up to Charles and wraps her hands around the back of his head and jumps, attempting to drive his face into her knees!
Karin:
Yaaaas!
She leaps into the air celebrating hitting the move that disappointed her in their first training session, momentarily forgetting to capitalize on her advantage. She then scrambles over to Charles. He sits up, grabs her arm, and puts her in a crossface.
Charles:
Lesson 2...celebration is for after you win.
Karin quickly grabs the bottom rope, and Charles releases the hold.
Karin:
Is lesson 3 ring awareness?
Charles:
Oh, you got jokes, huh?
Karin has exhausted most of the moves she feels comfortable using as of right now, but still feels she has one or two up her sleeve. Both of them meeting in the center of the ring and Karin stomps on his foot!!! Charles bend over, half laughing, half shouting and Karin grabs his head and plants him with a DDT and then uses her strength to turn him over and go for a pin! She yells out “1!” Then “2!” and then “Thr-” when Charles lifts up his shoulder.
Charles:
Close, but not close enough, shawty. Now, the gloves are coming off!
Karin:
I told you I can take you!!!
The two are face-to-face. Charles grabs her arm and whips her into the corner. He runs a few steps and leaps. The second he hits the corner, he grabs her hands and uses his feet to monkey flip her out of the corner. He then hops onto the top turnbuckle. Karin holds her lower back and is slow to get to her feet. She looks up at him and her vision is a little blurry but as she focuses more, she see’s him. She puts her hands up telling him to pause.
Karin:
I’m not ready for all of that yet…
She begins taking deep breaths, hoping she can draw him off of the top ropes. Seeing her slightly disoriented state, Charles climbs down off the top rope with a worried look on his face.
Charles:
Bae, you okay? I didn't m…
WHACK!!
Karin levels him with a superkick. Charles hits the padded mat hard, pulling himself out of the ring with the assistance of the bottom rope. Karin takes the time to lay down on her stomach, kicking her legs back and forth mocking him.
Karin:
Awww are you done bae? Didn’t think I could do all of this did you? I’ve been watching your matches pretty much non-stop.
As Charles puts his hand on the ring to pull himself back in, Karin quickly grabs it and locks in an armbar.
Karin:
Just give up and then we can go back to our room and I promise I won’t brag all night!
Charles:
Our room, huh? Thought we had a rental house?
Karin:
No. That's not what I…
Charles uses the moment to put his free hand under her back and lift her up. He rears back to set up a sit-out, but Karin pulls back herself, flipping Charles to the mat. They both roll to their stomachs and then to their feet. Charles charges for a shining wizard, but Karin rolls away. When he sits up, he sees her running at him and diving feet first. He drops to the mat on his side, avoiding the front dropkick.
Charles:
I promise when you lose, I won't rub it in your face…
Karin:
Do you wanna call it a tie and call it a night?
She takes a deep breath and offers her hand in form of a truce. He extends his hand.
Charles:
It's probably getting late, and I perfectly understand and appreciate that you realize that you can't beat me, so that's fine.
As their hands are connected, she rubs his palm with her nails.
Karin:
Trust me, I can beat you. I’m already this close. I just don’t want to embarrass you. Losing to the girl you’re crushing on in her first match? Do you REALLY want that on your record?
Charles does his best to keep a straight face, but help but to grin.
Charles:
I gotta admit that you held ya own. I told you that you got it in you. You might’ve had me if I didn't get you back for that top rope trick. That superkick, tho.
Charles rubs his chin with his free hand.
Charles:
That one stung, but know this, Ms. Girl I'm crushing on…
Charles leans down to where his face is right up to hers.
Charles:
…next time, I won't take it easy on you.
He looks her right in the eyes, and then smiles. She smiles back, and places both hands on his cheek.
Karin:
What if I said I wanted to kiss you?
Instead of answering, he just leans in and plants his lips on hers. The kiss lasts a few seconds, before Karin puts her foot behind his, tripping him to the mat and keeping their lips locked together as they fall, with her landing on top of him. She then gently pounds the mat 3 times and breaks the kiss, smiling.
Karin:
I win...in more ways than one.
Her smile is genuine as she stands up slowly, giving her hand to Charles who takes it, looking surprised at all that just happened. Karin, now realizing what just happened, runs her hand through her hair.
Karin:
I’m sorry if that was unprofessional...but I’ve wanted to do it all day. For the last two days. And today, you just literally gave me my first match, and I didn’t die.
Laughs
Karin:
I love being your manager, but I just love being around you. Sorry if this changes things.
Karin looks down at the ring, unsure of exactly how her boss will take it.
Charles:
Hey…
Reminiscent to just before they entered the gym, Charles puts a hand under her chin, lifting her head up. This time, he gives her a small peck on the lips.
Charles:
Don't be sorry. I've been fighting with myself on when was the right moment to kiss you. I'm sure this does change things, but I hope you don't feel like this was a mistake. At least, I don't feel that way. You're amazing, and I, too love spending time with you. Today has been everything to me. So, um...I wanna ask something, but I don't know if I should…
Karin looks at him, with a look of confusion on her face.
Karin:
Lightskin, you can ask me anything. What’s up?
Charles:
Well, I know that you have my best interests in mind, and you just said you loved being my manager. I can tell that you're worried about that kiss affecting our work relationship, but I really felt something with that...I guess what I'm really trying to ask is if we could be more than just...manager and boss?
Karin:
Like….you’re asking me that?!
She goes to turn away from him but he gently grabs her arm, turning her back around.
Karin:
What are people going to think when they find out we are closer than just manager and client? How are they going to look at me? They’ll probably think I slept my way to a job. I think if we take that step...maybe I should step down as your manager. I don’t want to, but I also don’t want people thinking I’m something I’m not.
She steps closer to him, grabbing both of his hands.
Karin:
I care about you...and when I asked you to come over and watch that movie last night, it wasn’t just because we were both awake, it was because I wanted to see you...to cuddle. To feel your arms around me. I haven’t had a boyfriend in years...because nobody seemed worth my time. Until now…
Charles stands there thinking for a moment...biting his lip a little.
Charles:
I'd honestly say fuck what people think, but I can understand where you're coming from with that. I respect that you care about stuff like that, but honestly, people could see something happening between us just from spending a few minutes with the two of us. Whatever you wanna do, I'll support it. I feel the same way, though. I've been single since my freshman year really for the same reason as you. I was hoping that's why you wanted me to come over last night. I get excited every time I know I'm going to see you, but I guess the ball is in your court now. I just want you to understand how great it would be, at least in my mind, if you were my girlfriend.
Karin:
I’ve had more fun than a little bit since I’ve gotten to spend time with you, getting to know you. You make me laugh, you show that you care, you come over at 1 in the morning because I asked to watch a movie and cuddle...how could I say no?
A smile crosses her face as she squeezes his hands, nodding her head.
Karin:
Yes...I want to be yours.
She takes a deep breath and looks happy but her eyes begin welling up still, as this means her professional future is unsure. The smile on his face is obvious, but seeing her conflicted look causes him to lift her hand up and kiss it.
Charles:
What's wrong, bae?
Karin:
What is your mom gonna think? I mean, she likes me, but I don’t know if she expected all of this yet. What about the people in NGW? They’re going to find out I’m not only your manager, but your girlfriend, that makes me look like a gold-digger. I don’t know. It won’t change my mind though, because I feel like getting to spend more time with you, would be better than spending the money I make in wrestling, just like I was telling Miles...money isn’t everything, but happiness is. Right now I’m beyond happy.
She stands on her tippy toes in order to place a kiss on his lips, smiling.
Karin:
Can we go back to the vacation home and watch a movie and talk? I just want to figure all of this out.
Charles:
Of course. We can't just stand in this ring sweaty all night. I gotta do something real quick first…
Charles lets go of her hands and holds the ropes open for her to exit the ring. With the two out of the ring, she gives him a puzzled look.
Charles:
I gotta grab the security tape. Don't want somebody trying to send this to TMZ or summin. I'll grab that, then we can change clothes and leave.
Karin:
You’re being really sketch about the whole thing, but okay...I’ll just change here if you want to take the locker room? Save us some time. I have a lil bit of driving to do, and I’m tired, but I still wanna talk to you tonight.
The two go into the rooms to change back into their previous clothes. When Karin returns, Charles is on the bench tying his shoes. He gets up and motions for her bag. He takes it over one shoulder and takes her hand in his other.
Charles:
I can drive if you want. Thanks for driving earlier...and well, for everything today. And what do you mean I'm being sketchy?
Karin:
Hiding the tapes? Really? If the world is going to find out, they’re going to find out. I just think you wanna make sure nobody see’s me pinning you for the 1...2...3….
She smirks as the start heading to the door, hand in hand.
Karin:
And don’t pull me or anything as payback, I’m in heels now, remember!
Charles:
Aight. Guilty as charged.
He laughs.
Charles:
I can't have my cousin coming in here in the morning and then clowning me for getting got. And about the whole world knowing about us? I’d be the first one yelling that on a megaphone for all to hear. Hell, I'll start off my next promo with that. Can you imagine the hate when people realize you taken? I'll be the most villainous man in pro wrestling.
Karin:
Don’t even play yourself like that, I doubt anyone would care. I’m like the first person in your little group that doesn’t get along with Old School, if he doesn’t like me, do you think anyone else is going to be jealous?
They open the doors and reach the parking lot, where its gotten alot chillier from when they first entered the gym.
Karin:
Crap it's cold out here! Let’s run to the car, but carefully so I don’t bust my face. Are you ready?
Charles:
Yep, leggo!!
The two scurry to the car, Karin goes to the driver’s side while Charles goes to put her bag back in the trunk. He peaks his head when he closes the trunk and gets in the passenger seat.
Charles:
Oh, and about my moms...she been texting me asking every few hours if I asked you out yet, so you have her blessing. And Miles, we'll work that out...but wait… I thought you didn't wanna have to drive with them heels that I didn't let you wrestle in…
Karin:
Awww, you offering to hold my heels for me while I drive?
She laughs, and slips both heels off and sits them in his lap. He stares at the heels, but Karin just cracks up.
Karin:
You are the sweetest boyfriend. And if my toes get messed up, you can get me a pedi tomorrow. Sound like a deal? I AM driving you around all day.
Charles:
Did you really just...ah fuck it. Take us to the vacation home, Jeeves!
The car speeds off into the night, headed for their vacation home where they plan on spending nearly the next week together.
{Scene closed.}