Post by John Green on Mar 22, 2009 14:37:12 GMT -4
This Years Different
The great undefeated Shadow. The undefeated streak that has stretched through what, two wrestlers? But can he handle defeat? He holds the APW Overdrive Title high, but what happens when he falls? Will he give up like I did last year at RassleMania IV? Will he cut his losses and go into hibernation like I did? Or will John Green fail in his valient efforts to secure gold once again at the Pay-Per-Views of all Pay-Per-Views? RassleMania V will be the platform, and the match has already been set in stone. The only part of the equation missing, is the solution. John Green or Shadow.
We join John Green in his hotel lobby. A big smile is on his face as him and his new personal camera man, Robert, get ready for RassleMania V. Wearing a pair of oakly sunglasses, with red tinted shades, no shirt, and a pair of baggy black jeans, is John . A lit cigarette hangs from his mouth as he talks with Robert.
Green- This is it man, it's do or die this time. Shadow wants to walk in here like he runs APW because he wins a title his second week here, well damn it, I'm going to ruin his title reign. I'm taking that damn title of his.
Robert- Pretty confident are ya?
Green- Confident enough, I won't back down from what I rightfully deserve. I may not have been at my best at RassleMania V but damn it, I'v been undefeated for a month now and I'll bring him my best. There's just something about wrestling in the semi main event at the biggest stage of them all. Almost gives you goosebumps just thinking about it.
Robert- Well, I'll be there for your match if that's any consilidation.
Green- Thanks man, I may not need support but at least I have a new friend in my corner.
Robert- I'm a friend?
Green- Man, I've spent enough time with you to get adjusted to a friendship. I may be hard on you somedays, but that's just me being me.
Robert- I'm just honoured you refer to me as a friend. Even though you just hired me two days ago.
Green- Yeah well normally I would reply with something nasty, but you might be the only friend I have in APW. Well besides Chris Johnson.
Robert- True, you have become a hated man with the other wrestlers since last years RassleMania. I think they also can't stand the fact that you've returned and rised higher in the ranks higher then they have.
Green- It's how I am. They can't change me, Jeff himeslf can't change me, and the fans can't change me. I'm just being real. Otherwise, I'd be just another puppet used for entertainment. I do this for myself, the fans, and for those I love.
Robert- How have those dreams been lately?
Green- They're starting to get less intense and more mellow. I started practicing Buddha.
Robert- When the hell did you start this? I thoughy you were a drinking, smoking, party all day man. I also heard you got a rim job by a man.
Green- Who the hell told you that? Was it Chris? Screw it nothing happened man. But on to why I "The Retribution Killer" have now become a man of Buddhism. Shortly after I lit those incense candles in Seifer basement. It brought something to mind. Religion is a basis we all need and we all have. Though I used to think otherwise. But Buddha teaches me inner peace and these demons of mine are inner. Hell it's even helped me stop smoking weed everyday.
Robert- Really? I was starting to wonder about that. I haven't seen you smoke a joint in days now.
Green- I need to be sober for this match. It's proably the most important match of my career. Shadow is undefeated, he is "the man" I guess. He is the same person I once was. And I know how to beat that. Not by being the same man, but by learning from past mistakes and being the same man.
Robert- Those who don't learn history are only doomed to repeat it.
Green- Well put Robert, see your learning. You might only be a cameraman, but you have a brain up there. Knowledge is power, and only the smart survive. Shadow has a brain in his head and I know he can use it. This is going to come down to nothing but business. I have this hatred growing inside of me everytime I mention anyone's name who holds that Overdrive Title.
Robert- Don't let that hate eat you alive. Remember your Buddha. Inner peace man. Inner peace.
John closes his eyes and takes a deep breath. As he opens them he looks at Robert.
Green- Yeah, I gotta stay calm. I can do this man, it's only a week until I can unleash everything I have on him. I wouldn't be surprised if I knocked him out with one good shot. Just bam, superkick under the chin. Or hell even a good roundhouse kick to the head. I've got the martial arts skills to do it. I may be big but I'm one athletic SOB. Unfortunatly I have a set of guidelines to follow which include not severly injuring another wrestler. That's ok though, because I say fuck the guidelines. It's RassleMania V, this is the big time man. Do whatever you want to do just as long as you can walk with your head held high. This won't be like last year. I will redeem the name John fuckin' Green
Robert- That's the spirit man, keep thinking like that and you might just walk out a brand new man.
Green- Thanks for the motivation, but I'm not sure if I need it. But thanks anyways, say whatever you feel like saying, I'm sure it will motivate me some way or another.
Robert- Sounds good to me. I honestly think you can win this match.
Green- I can't predict the future, I can only advance my skills. But I do have some good news for you.
Robert- O yah? What's that?
Green- I had a nice little chat with the police department today. They have granted me the right to not be bombared by the press. They do have the rights to talk to me, but to invade my personal privacy is something they don't have. If I'm walking down that street, or eating in a restaurant, they don't have the right to approach me. Your the only one with access to interviews and questions. Unless I specify otherwise of course.
Robert- Wow that invades so many rights and laws it's not even funny.
Green- Mine and theirs, because of my celebrity status now they let me get away with it. There's no need for a mob outside every hotel I stay in. I'll just ignore them all anyways. Shadow can deal with them.
Robert- Sounds good to me. At least we don't have to hide from everyone.
Green- Ya know, I'm going to enjoy being out there on the streets again. I may be an anti social now but I still love to cut promos in the midst of nature. In fact, were going on a little camping trip this week.
Robert- You got time off?
Green- No, I just know a little secluded area out in the woods. We'll make it to RassleMania V. Mostly I just want some peace and quiet without the hassle of being cooped up in a house.
Robert- When do we leave?
Green- Right now. Grab your shit, we have a long drive ahead of us. Were bringing your car. You can drive. I want to sleep some more, it's nice to enjoy a peaceful dream.
Robert- That's fine by me. But we still have to get camping gear.
Green- Don't worry about it. I set up a tent and fire pit the other night.
Robert- What the hell were you doing out there?
Green- Looking for a campsite, what else would I be doing out there? Man, you just went from cool to fool in one sentence.
Robert- Sorry....
Green- Don't apologize, it's weakness.
Robert grabs all of his suitcases, and follows John Green out of the hotel. The sun has yet to fully rise but the air is muggy and the two begin to sweat within minutes. Throwing everything in the trunk, the two head off for some relaxation.
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If you had just one chance, one shot, at everything you've ever wanted. Would you capture it? Or would you let it slip? It's been a very long time for John Green, ever since he set foot in APW he has had to battle his way to nothing. Yet he has be claimed to be a great competitor, always overshadowed by the main event or semi-main event, but never forgotten. Last year he defended a title, this year he battles for it. A man who has ran through two jobbers, Shadow. That is his road block, the John bump, the brick wall. And John Green, a roller coasted of a ride, wins, losses, controversy. It's all part of his wrestling career. It's all part of his life. The camera settles in on our scene. A forest area with a crystal clear stream in the background. He has his eyes closed and appears to be meditating. As Robert zooms in, John opens his eyes. The cold eyes stare back as John acknowledges promo time.
Green- So this is it huh? Two men, one event, one match, one title. The unstoppable Shadow versus The Main Event Attraction, John Green. I have worked my ass off for this company so far and now I get my chance to redeem my name since last years diaster of a match with Kenny Lambardo with this shot. The shot at immortality, to truely secure my name in APW's hall of fame. From New Years Retribution, all the way to RassleMania V. It's been fun, it's been hell, but in the end it was nothing but real. We all know to well what happened in my last stint for APW, I ended up being thrown out on my ass and I quit. I was to vocal they said. To weak. But I came back. I didn't come back to battle on the lowest position on that wrestling card. Hell I didn't even come back to battle in the mid card position. I came back for the main event but ended up at the lowest of the low. I came back to raise that bar just a little bit but I didn't. Just like I have always done except for now. I come back for this moment and now I have to complete the final part of my quest. I have to defeat Shadow, the man that Carl Cage couldn't beat, JC Styles couldn't beat, and who the hell knows the other competitors from your past federations? You see since I've come back to APW, I have noticed one thing. The challengers are not APW's greatest assets.
John Green breaths deeply.
Green- And unfortunatly I am not one of APW's greatest assets. Mearly a great competitor. Can I beat Shadow? I'm not sure, he seems to have gotten lucky some nights , well he had the skills. Some would say I am lucky to even be given this chance ever since last year. The controversy at RassleMania IV is over, and I was left the loser in five minutes. That night I managed to leave with my head hung in shame? Where will this get me? Will I be just another victim to fall at Shadows feet? Or will I once again be the man the fans loved to see as champion every week. Will John Green literally.. RassleMania V? Or will he be shot down without a parachute? But what about the other side of the equation? Shadow. What about him? He has had an impressive run here in APW for these two weeks, but he hasn't faced me. There isn't much to this Shadow, it's just going to be one hell of a wrestling match. I can last over an hour in that ring, but can you? Can the Shadow step toe to toe with me? I'm sure you can, but only time will tell the truth.
Green- Now I know Shadow proably doesn't care about my beliefs, about my thoughts, or about anything that I do. And that's perfectly fine by me. I am out here in nature to enjoy myself and reclaim peace inside of my soul. Ever since last years RassleMania, I have had mixed feelings. Sometimes I have even doubted myself, but that is not an option. I cannot be over confident for this match and yet I cannot put myself down. I have made history by doing the impossible. So what 2 other wrestlers could not beat Shadow. I am the third to try. Can I make history and show last year should have never happened? Can I end the dominating streak that he has put foreward? That is not for me to decide. That is why we have these matches. I have worked my ass off to get here today. I have gone through the Surviv and Conquer match though losing at the last minute. I have gone through the so- called JESUS, APW's World Champion and even the legendary Twister. I know how great I am so don't try any mindgames against me. Understand this Shadow. I will not let you get into my head or my soul. Meditation will be my key, not yours. I do this solely for myself, the fans and those I love. You do this for whatever reason you choose to. Our will to win is strong, and your confidence may be high. But rest assured, you will not leave RassleMania V with an easy win, and neither will I.
John Green closes his eyes and resumes his meditation process. Robert shuts off the camera and let's John Green sit in the middle of the forestry area.
Scene 2
John Green and Robert are still out in the middle of the bush having one hell of a camping weekend. We join John as he patiently sits on a rock by the stream. A fishing pole lays beside him and the line can be seen to be floating in the river. A simple bobber rests in the middle of the stream and slowly flows along the river. John is shirtless and wearing a pair of black shorts. A tan is forming on his white skin, and a cigarette hangs from his mouth. Taking a long drag he stares out endlessly into the water. He looks towards the camera and begins to speak.
Green- It's nice isn't it? Hearing nothing but nature. Knowing that miles upon miles away, people are suffering in cubicles. Pollution is ruining the air, and the stars cannot be seen. It's a shame but yet we can still come out here into nature and enjoy the simple pleasures of nothing. And that's where we all begin is it not? We start with nothing and we are expected to start a quest to gain everything. Knowledge, power, money, excessive items. But that's just society feeding us bullshit. Shadow, I'm talking to you when I say this. You have everything. The undefeated streak. The APW Overdrive Title after only being here for two weeks, the fame, the fortune, and basically whatever it is you want. Did it bring you happiness? Did it fill whatever void your life was missing? Those answers lie in you and are really none of my business. However, you stand to lose it all at RassleMania V. You stand tall above APW at the moment, but what happens when someone comes along and tips the ladder? And you fall back to the bottom. You have to restart once again, with nothing. Right now, I don't have a damn thing but a big cash flow and. Yet I choose not to spend it all. I buy what I feel like, and do what I feel like doing. I bring myself happiness without depending on something else. Some might argue that my slefishness is my downfall, but it is not. I simply use it to go into a different reality. Another happy place if you will. But I will not let myself get depressed. In our lives we have high points and low points. Right now I'm not sure exactly where I stand. I mean, we had Overdrive where I was on top of my game undefeated and when I came back and couldn't win a match until Carnage came around. I was the victim in both scenarios, yet I still have this one shot at immortality. The chance to perform on the biggest stage APW has to offer. And there is a good chance all my hard work is in vain.
Green- But what is all this really worth? The Overdrive title, the chance to achieve something that others cannot. To be the first man to win every singles gold APW has to offer. It would be impressive if John Green himself ends the winning streak of possibly one of APW's best rookies. I'll give you the credit where it is due. But you must admit that I deserve my own credit. Winning against Michael Lively is one of the hardest thing I have ever done, but I managed it. I managed to control my personal demons that torment me, and I've managed to save my sanity before RassleMania V. Hell most people would have gone into depression after losing to Level One, but through it all I only looked forward. I kept telling myself, concentrate on RassleMania V. Nobody will ever remember your path only the beggining and the end. There isn't even a climax really. I am not a pawn for Jeff and I never will let him make me one. This is what I have earned, and this is what has cleansed my name. I'm still the same asshole that ran through almost the entire roster, only this time I am not concentrating about a win streak. I am not concentrating on who pulls a win over my name. Unless I have to win, I don't care. Shadow, you concentrate on the winning. On putting yourself above others. And all the power to you man, but that's your decision and your life. You can handle a loss, I know you can. And maybe I will be the one you lose to. There really isn't a shame to it. I am a skilled competitor.
Suddenly the bobbed goes down and John instinctivly grabs his fishing pole. Setting the rod he quickly pulls up and sets the hook deep into the mouth of his catch. He let's the line out some before clamping it tightly and reeling the fish in. The tension on the line is great as he lets out some more twine. Trying again to reel the fish in, he is forced to jerk hard on the twine and nearly breaks it. Finally he just jumps into the water, fishing pole and all. Nearing himself closer to his catch he picks up his twine and using his muscle, pulls out a largemouth rockbass. Holding it up to the camera we can see it must be at least 8 pounds.
Green- Sorry for the interupption but ain't she a beauty? Damn, not much for big fish in a small stream but sometimes you get that lucky catch. We've all seen bigger but this is by far the biggest fish I have seen all day.
John wades himself out of the water and places the largemouth bass in the stream. Immediatly it tried to wriggle free but John settles it and pulls out it's hook. The largemouth bass swims away quickly as John Green gets back to his promo.
Geen- So where was I? Hmm, I believe I was getting into myself a bit. Common, but not today. You should know all about me Shadow, I have told the entire world who I am, week in and week out. I am The Retribution Killer John Green. I am a ruthless bad ass who will do anything it takes to win the match. But who is Shadow? I mean you have only been in two matches here. Well our archives show that he has defended his newly earned APW Overdrive Title zero times but still thinks he is the hot shit. Hell, Shadow I hate to say it but your the old version of me without the attitude problem. I had the power in this company, I had the stroke to do whatever I wished. Hell I owned half this company due to the seats I sold last year. But there's the one difference between us Shadow. You haven't screwed up yet. I didn't screw up in the ring, but I started when RassleMania IV was around the carner, and well I lost in the main event in the first five minutes of the match, I was found jobless. But that was ok, I learned from my mistakes and I moved out. But yet, in my entire APW stint, I don't remember two people who beat me when I had my gameface on. Level One was the only one, and can that be considered anything? He had to do things by cheating when I couldn't see. We let our tempers get the best of us and it turned into nothing more then a street fight that ended with me walking out with a frown on my face. But in the long run, it was a mistake. And I learned. Can you do that Shadow? Can you learn from the past or will you be doomed to repeat any mistake you have ever made? My friend and cameraman Robert has kindly brought along old promos of yours from some fed called WAW, the archives seem to dissapear on me but that was ok. I got a glimpse into the mind of Shadow. And I must say, it was intresting. Nothing to great, but there are others who are more mysterious. I mean, your wear your heart on your sleeve. Just like me. The love was taking from you but the sorrow, the pain of it all, still remains. You screwed up a good thing and put yourself in a position to be tortured. You let your own mind get to you, and along the same lines so did I. The pain was starting to affect me, the dreams were like living everything all over again. Feeling a knife slowly dig into my heart, but I cannot allow myself to fall. You haven't yourself, and that's why you stand where you are. Undeniable perfect in APW wrestling, but flawed in reality. But you've shown a side of you that I know all to well. The hurt from another woman, you love them, and then they are gone. Sometimes for good, and sometimes just from your life.
Green- I feel your pain Shadow, but I don't show shympathy. I've gone through hell, I've been to heaven, and I've been hurled back down to hell. But now, heaven is within reach. Can I become an angel again? Can I take everything precious from you and let the dark hole of this world consume you? That is what will happen Shadow. You've gotten accoustemed to being The Man around here, but I've grown accoustemed to making a name. Sure, I haven't had this easy walk towards RassleMania V, and sure I have been performing at my best but not at my top. But that's because of one thing and one thing only. The Overdrive Title which you probably have grasped in your filthy hands right now. I haven't bothered showing you everything I have, in fact you've only seen a small sample of how well I can use that ring. I haven't given you the chance to scout me, and to think about counter attacks. They used to call me The Most Innovative Man in Sport Entertainment, just like every other asshole who decides to name themselves. The only difference was, heh, well I was real. Those you have fought against, good list, but not the greatest. Maybe the best that APW could offer you but honestly.. how many of them were real? Carl Cage, JC Styles, whatever the hell he calls himself, well he has the many faces to hide behind. But in the end he isn't real. Carl, a man who has lost his true passion to wrestle. I can see it in him because you got into his head. You've gotten into some of the rosters head except for a select few. And you will not get into my head. The demons haunt my mind, and my past is only around to torment me. But in the end I know who I am inside. I know my name, and I know why I do what I do. Alot of people ask me "Why have you been trying to prove yourself lately." and I simply ignore them. I don't need to expell my energy before the biggest match in my APW career. I don't need a win over Michael Lively, Level One, Twister. Well, maybe over Level One. Theres something I'd like to prove against him, because I feel we did not have fair matches. But everyones losing control of what is real. I warned everyone, months ago I did. Stables, factions, the entire roster. They seem to be getting all the attenion around here, and yet here I stand, ready to battle for the Overdrive Championship. I told everyone my plans and yet I was ignored. And rightfully so, the ignorance in most people is high. Take a look at Level One. It's been almost a month since I claimed my status as Number One Contender for the Overdrive Title, and yet he still feels as if he belongs in the main event just because he has a win over me. That's arrogance, that's ignorance, and it's bliss. And I used to be one of those sheep. Shadow, were different, I'll give you that. We understand what it's like to be alone, to be left in a cold and dark world with only two feet and a heartbeat to keep us going. We fight our own personal problems before letting others get to us. You will proably have some strong but harsh words for me. And I'll accept that. In fact right now, I'm accepting everything. From the air I breathe, to the possibility of defeat. All the way to the possibility of being crowned Overdrive Champion and being the first to give Shadow a APW loss.
Green- And what happens after RassleMania V? Win or lose, what is there for me to do. I'll either be one of APW's greatest superstars, or one of APW's greatest superstars. The outcome is always the same, and my patience is wearing thin. I have sent out the challenges to a select few names, some left, some hide, but none reply. Just like always, they are to involved in their own personal bullshit to see the potential in a great match. A great challenge. I have proven I can hang with the top of APW, and at RassleMania V I can prove it all over again. I took ahold of the flame here in APW, and I almost fell and extenguished it. But yet I still hold it high. The flame is not a physical one, but one that burns deep inside of my soul. I realize I could end my career for that Overdrive title, for a chunk of heavy gold that has my name on it. But, it's been awhile. I know what everyone would like to see, I came back to make amends and do things the right way. This time there is no thievery, there is no politics, and there is no arrogance. Just acceptance. I'll be patiently waiting for your words. If not today, then some other day. I know you have something to say, we all do. Some more then others. I've said enough towards you Shadow and yet I've said so little. Maybe after some more relaxation I'll get some more thoughts to cross my mind. Or maybe I'll just keep them to myself. I've never been one to not voice my opinion but sometimes it doesn't need to be heard. Sometimes I can jeoprodize myself due to my actions and my comments towards others. However, I have just one more thing to say. At RassleMania V, I will be there, and I will be making my name heard, and my impact felt. So shine up that belt real nice Shadow because if it happens to come my way, I'll want to see my reflection. And if I do, then I'll be looking at the greatest champion to ever make a comeback in APW. So buff it up real nice, get rid of any scratches, and loosen the name plate, because you just never know where it's going. And it could very well read John Green within 3 seconds.
Fade to Black.
RP#1 End
The great undefeated Shadow. The undefeated streak that has stretched through what, two wrestlers? But can he handle defeat? He holds the APW Overdrive Title high, but what happens when he falls? Will he give up like I did last year at RassleMania IV? Will he cut his losses and go into hibernation like I did? Or will John Green fail in his valient efforts to secure gold once again at the Pay-Per-Views of all Pay-Per-Views? RassleMania V will be the platform, and the match has already been set in stone. The only part of the equation missing, is the solution. John Green or Shadow.
We join John Green in his hotel lobby. A big smile is on his face as him and his new personal camera man, Robert, get ready for RassleMania V. Wearing a pair of oakly sunglasses, with red tinted shades, no shirt, and a pair of baggy black jeans, is John . A lit cigarette hangs from his mouth as he talks with Robert.
Green- This is it man, it's do or die this time. Shadow wants to walk in here like he runs APW because he wins a title his second week here, well damn it, I'm going to ruin his title reign. I'm taking that damn title of his.
Robert- Pretty confident are ya?
Green- Confident enough, I won't back down from what I rightfully deserve. I may not have been at my best at RassleMania V but damn it, I'v been undefeated for a month now and I'll bring him my best. There's just something about wrestling in the semi main event at the biggest stage of them all. Almost gives you goosebumps just thinking about it.
Robert- Well, I'll be there for your match if that's any consilidation.
Green- Thanks man, I may not need support but at least I have a new friend in my corner.
Robert- I'm a friend?
Green- Man, I've spent enough time with you to get adjusted to a friendship. I may be hard on you somedays, but that's just me being me.
Robert- I'm just honoured you refer to me as a friend. Even though you just hired me two days ago.
Green- Yeah well normally I would reply with something nasty, but you might be the only friend I have in APW. Well besides Chris Johnson.
Robert- True, you have become a hated man with the other wrestlers since last years RassleMania. I think they also can't stand the fact that you've returned and rised higher in the ranks higher then they have.
Green- It's how I am. They can't change me, Jeff himeslf can't change me, and the fans can't change me. I'm just being real. Otherwise, I'd be just another puppet used for entertainment. I do this for myself, the fans, and for those I love.
Robert- How have those dreams been lately?
Green- They're starting to get less intense and more mellow. I started practicing Buddha.
Robert- When the hell did you start this? I thoughy you were a drinking, smoking, party all day man. I also heard you got a rim job by a man.
Green- Who the hell told you that? Was it Chris? Screw it nothing happened man. But on to why I "The Retribution Killer" have now become a man of Buddhism. Shortly after I lit those incense candles in Seifer basement. It brought something to mind. Religion is a basis we all need and we all have. Though I used to think otherwise. But Buddha teaches me inner peace and these demons of mine are inner. Hell it's even helped me stop smoking weed everyday.
Robert- Really? I was starting to wonder about that. I haven't seen you smoke a joint in days now.
Green- I need to be sober for this match. It's proably the most important match of my career. Shadow is undefeated, he is "the man" I guess. He is the same person I once was. And I know how to beat that. Not by being the same man, but by learning from past mistakes and being the same man.
Robert- Those who don't learn history are only doomed to repeat it.
Green- Well put Robert, see your learning. You might only be a cameraman, but you have a brain up there. Knowledge is power, and only the smart survive. Shadow has a brain in his head and I know he can use it. This is going to come down to nothing but business. I have this hatred growing inside of me everytime I mention anyone's name who holds that Overdrive Title.
Robert- Don't let that hate eat you alive. Remember your Buddha. Inner peace man. Inner peace.
John closes his eyes and takes a deep breath. As he opens them he looks at Robert.
Green- Yeah, I gotta stay calm. I can do this man, it's only a week until I can unleash everything I have on him. I wouldn't be surprised if I knocked him out with one good shot. Just bam, superkick under the chin. Or hell even a good roundhouse kick to the head. I've got the martial arts skills to do it. I may be big but I'm one athletic SOB. Unfortunatly I have a set of guidelines to follow which include not severly injuring another wrestler. That's ok though, because I say fuck the guidelines. It's RassleMania V, this is the big time man. Do whatever you want to do just as long as you can walk with your head held high. This won't be like last year. I will redeem the name John fuckin' Green
Robert- That's the spirit man, keep thinking like that and you might just walk out a brand new man.
Green- Thanks for the motivation, but I'm not sure if I need it. But thanks anyways, say whatever you feel like saying, I'm sure it will motivate me some way or another.
Robert- Sounds good to me. I honestly think you can win this match.
Green- I can't predict the future, I can only advance my skills. But I do have some good news for you.
Robert- O yah? What's that?
Green- I had a nice little chat with the police department today. They have granted me the right to not be bombared by the press. They do have the rights to talk to me, but to invade my personal privacy is something they don't have. If I'm walking down that street, or eating in a restaurant, they don't have the right to approach me. Your the only one with access to interviews and questions. Unless I specify otherwise of course.
Robert- Wow that invades so many rights and laws it's not even funny.
Green- Mine and theirs, because of my celebrity status now they let me get away with it. There's no need for a mob outside every hotel I stay in. I'll just ignore them all anyways. Shadow can deal with them.
Robert- Sounds good to me. At least we don't have to hide from everyone.
Green- Ya know, I'm going to enjoy being out there on the streets again. I may be an anti social now but I still love to cut promos in the midst of nature. In fact, were going on a little camping trip this week.
Robert- You got time off?
Green- No, I just know a little secluded area out in the woods. We'll make it to RassleMania V. Mostly I just want some peace and quiet without the hassle of being cooped up in a house.
Robert- When do we leave?
Green- Right now. Grab your shit, we have a long drive ahead of us. Were bringing your car. You can drive. I want to sleep some more, it's nice to enjoy a peaceful dream.
Robert- That's fine by me. But we still have to get camping gear.
Green- Don't worry about it. I set up a tent and fire pit the other night.
Robert- What the hell were you doing out there?
Green- Looking for a campsite, what else would I be doing out there? Man, you just went from cool to fool in one sentence.
Robert- Sorry....
Green- Don't apologize, it's weakness.
Robert grabs all of his suitcases, and follows John Green out of the hotel. The sun has yet to fully rise but the air is muggy and the two begin to sweat within minutes. Throwing everything in the trunk, the two head off for some relaxation.
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If you had just one chance, one shot, at everything you've ever wanted. Would you capture it? Or would you let it slip? It's been a very long time for John Green, ever since he set foot in APW he has had to battle his way to nothing. Yet he has be claimed to be a great competitor, always overshadowed by the main event or semi-main event, but never forgotten. Last year he defended a title, this year he battles for it. A man who has ran through two jobbers, Shadow. That is his road block, the John bump, the brick wall. And John Green, a roller coasted of a ride, wins, losses, controversy. It's all part of his wrestling career. It's all part of his life. The camera settles in on our scene. A forest area with a crystal clear stream in the background. He has his eyes closed and appears to be meditating. As Robert zooms in, John opens his eyes. The cold eyes stare back as John acknowledges promo time.
Green- So this is it huh? Two men, one event, one match, one title. The unstoppable Shadow versus The Main Event Attraction, John Green. I have worked my ass off for this company so far and now I get my chance to redeem my name since last years diaster of a match with Kenny Lambardo with this shot. The shot at immortality, to truely secure my name in APW's hall of fame. From New Years Retribution, all the way to RassleMania V. It's been fun, it's been hell, but in the end it was nothing but real. We all know to well what happened in my last stint for APW, I ended up being thrown out on my ass and I quit. I was to vocal they said. To weak. But I came back. I didn't come back to battle on the lowest position on that wrestling card. Hell I didn't even come back to battle in the mid card position. I came back for the main event but ended up at the lowest of the low. I came back to raise that bar just a little bit but I didn't. Just like I have always done except for now. I come back for this moment and now I have to complete the final part of my quest. I have to defeat Shadow, the man that Carl Cage couldn't beat, JC Styles couldn't beat, and who the hell knows the other competitors from your past federations? You see since I've come back to APW, I have noticed one thing. The challengers are not APW's greatest assets.
John Green breaths deeply.
Green- And unfortunatly I am not one of APW's greatest assets. Mearly a great competitor. Can I beat Shadow? I'm not sure, he seems to have gotten lucky some nights , well he had the skills. Some would say I am lucky to even be given this chance ever since last year. The controversy at RassleMania IV is over, and I was left the loser in five minutes. That night I managed to leave with my head hung in shame? Where will this get me? Will I be just another victim to fall at Shadows feet? Or will I once again be the man the fans loved to see as champion every week. Will John Green literally.. RassleMania V? Or will he be shot down without a parachute? But what about the other side of the equation? Shadow. What about him? He has had an impressive run here in APW for these two weeks, but he hasn't faced me. There isn't much to this Shadow, it's just going to be one hell of a wrestling match. I can last over an hour in that ring, but can you? Can the Shadow step toe to toe with me? I'm sure you can, but only time will tell the truth.
Green- Now I know Shadow proably doesn't care about my beliefs, about my thoughts, or about anything that I do. And that's perfectly fine by me. I am out here in nature to enjoy myself and reclaim peace inside of my soul. Ever since last years RassleMania, I have had mixed feelings. Sometimes I have even doubted myself, but that is not an option. I cannot be over confident for this match and yet I cannot put myself down. I have made history by doing the impossible. So what 2 other wrestlers could not beat Shadow. I am the third to try. Can I make history and show last year should have never happened? Can I end the dominating streak that he has put foreward? That is not for me to decide. That is why we have these matches. I have worked my ass off to get here today. I have gone through the Surviv and Conquer match though losing at the last minute. I have gone through the so- called JESUS, APW's World Champion and even the legendary Twister. I know how great I am so don't try any mindgames against me. Understand this Shadow. I will not let you get into my head or my soul. Meditation will be my key, not yours. I do this solely for myself, the fans and those I love. You do this for whatever reason you choose to. Our will to win is strong, and your confidence may be high. But rest assured, you will not leave RassleMania V with an easy win, and neither will I.
John Green closes his eyes and resumes his meditation process. Robert shuts off the camera and let's John Green sit in the middle of the forestry area.
Scene 2
John Green and Robert are still out in the middle of the bush having one hell of a camping weekend. We join John as he patiently sits on a rock by the stream. A fishing pole lays beside him and the line can be seen to be floating in the river. A simple bobber rests in the middle of the stream and slowly flows along the river. John is shirtless and wearing a pair of black shorts. A tan is forming on his white skin, and a cigarette hangs from his mouth. Taking a long drag he stares out endlessly into the water. He looks towards the camera and begins to speak.
Green- It's nice isn't it? Hearing nothing but nature. Knowing that miles upon miles away, people are suffering in cubicles. Pollution is ruining the air, and the stars cannot be seen. It's a shame but yet we can still come out here into nature and enjoy the simple pleasures of nothing. And that's where we all begin is it not? We start with nothing and we are expected to start a quest to gain everything. Knowledge, power, money, excessive items. But that's just society feeding us bullshit. Shadow, I'm talking to you when I say this. You have everything. The undefeated streak. The APW Overdrive Title after only being here for two weeks, the fame, the fortune, and basically whatever it is you want. Did it bring you happiness? Did it fill whatever void your life was missing? Those answers lie in you and are really none of my business. However, you stand to lose it all at RassleMania V. You stand tall above APW at the moment, but what happens when someone comes along and tips the ladder? And you fall back to the bottom. You have to restart once again, with nothing. Right now, I don't have a damn thing but a big cash flow and. Yet I choose not to spend it all. I buy what I feel like, and do what I feel like doing. I bring myself happiness without depending on something else. Some might argue that my slefishness is my downfall, but it is not. I simply use it to go into a different reality. Another happy place if you will. But I will not let myself get depressed. In our lives we have high points and low points. Right now I'm not sure exactly where I stand. I mean, we had Overdrive where I was on top of my game undefeated and when I came back and couldn't win a match until Carnage came around. I was the victim in both scenarios, yet I still have this one shot at immortality. The chance to perform on the biggest stage APW has to offer. And there is a good chance all my hard work is in vain.
Green- But what is all this really worth? The Overdrive title, the chance to achieve something that others cannot. To be the first man to win every singles gold APW has to offer. It would be impressive if John Green himself ends the winning streak of possibly one of APW's best rookies. I'll give you the credit where it is due. But you must admit that I deserve my own credit. Winning against Michael Lively is one of the hardest thing I have ever done, but I managed it. I managed to control my personal demons that torment me, and I've managed to save my sanity before RassleMania V. Hell most people would have gone into depression after losing to Level One, but through it all I only looked forward. I kept telling myself, concentrate on RassleMania V. Nobody will ever remember your path only the beggining and the end. There isn't even a climax really. I am not a pawn for Jeff and I never will let him make me one. This is what I have earned, and this is what has cleansed my name. I'm still the same asshole that ran through almost the entire roster, only this time I am not concentrating about a win streak. I am not concentrating on who pulls a win over my name. Unless I have to win, I don't care. Shadow, you concentrate on the winning. On putting yourself above others. And all the power to you man, but that's your decision and your life. You can handle a loss, I know you can. And maybe I will be the one you lose to. There really isn't a shame to it. I am a skilled competitor.
Suddenly the bobbed goes down and John instinctivly grabs his fishing pole. Setting the rod he quickly pulls up and sets the hook deep into the mouth of his catch. He let's the line out some before clamping it tightly and reeling the fish in. The tension on the line is great as he lets out some more twine. Trying again to reel the fish in, he is forced to jerk hard on the twine and nearly breaks it. Finally he just jumps into the water, fishing pole and all. Nearing himself closer to his catch he picks up his twine and using his muscle, pulls out a largemouth rockbass. Holding it up to the camera we can see it must be at least 8 pounds.
Green- Sorry for the interupption but ain't she a beauty? Damn, not much for big fish in a small stream but sometimes you get that lucky catch. We've all seen bigger but this is by far the biggest fish I have seen all day.
John wades himself out of the water and places the largemouth bass in the stream. Immediatly it tried to wriggle free but John settles it and pulls out it's hook. The largemouth bass swims away quickly as John Green gets back to his promo.
Geen- So where was I? Hmm, I believe I was getting into myself a bit. Common, but not today. You should know all about me Shadow, I have told the entire world who I am, week in and week out. I am The Retribution Killer John Green. I am a ruthless bad ass who will do anything it takes to win the match. But who is Shadow? I mean you have only been in two matches here. Well our archives show that he has defended his newly earned APW Overdrive Title zero times but still thinks he is the hot shit. Hell, Shadow I hate to say it but your the old version of me without the attitude problem. I had the power in this company, I had the stroke to do whatever I wished. Hell I owned half this company due to the seats I sold last year. But there's the one difference between us Shadow. You haven't screwed up yet. I didn't screw up in the ring, but I started when RassleMania IV was around the carner, and well I lost in the main event in the first five minutes of the match, I was found jobless. But that was ok, I learned from my mistakes and I moved out. But yet, in my entire APW stint, I don't remember two people who beat me when I had my gameface on. Level One was the only one, and can that be considered anything? He had to do things by cheating when I couldn't see. We let our tempers get the best of us and it turned into nothing more then a street fight that ended with me walking out with a frown on my face. But in the long run, it was a mistake. And I learned. Can you do that Shadow? Can you learn from the past or will you be doomed to repeat any mistake you have ever made? My friend and cameraman Robert has kindly brought along old promos of yours from some fed called WAW, the archives seem to dissapear on me but that was ok. I got a glimpse into the mind of Shadow. And I must say, it was intresting. Nothing to great, but there are others who are more mysterious. I mean, your wear your heart on your sleeve. Just like me. The love was taking from you but the sorrow, the pain of it all, still remains. You screwed up a good thing and put yourself in a position to be tortured. You let your own mind get to you, and along the same lines so did I. The pain was starting to affect me, the dreams were like living everything all over again. Feeling a knife slowly dig into my heart, but I cannot allow myself to fall. You haven't yourself, and that's why you stand where you are. Undeniable perfect in APW wrestling, but flawed in reality. But you've shown a side of you that I know all to well. The hurt from another woman, you love them, and then they are gone. Sometimes for good, and sometimes just from your life.
Green- I feel your pain Shadow, but I don't show shympathy. I've gone through hell, I've been to heaven, and I've been hurled back down to hell. But now, heaven is within reach. Can I become an angel again? Can I take everything precious from you and let the dark hole of this world consume you? That is what will happen Shadow. You've gotten accoustemed to being The Man around here, but I've grown accoustemed to making a name. Sure, I haven't had this easy walk towards RassleMania V, and sure I have been performing at my best but not at my top. But that's because of one thing and one thing only. The Overdrive Title which you probably have grasped in your filthy hands right now. I haven't bothered showing you everything I have, in fact you've only seen a small sample of how well I can use that ring. I haven't given you the chance to scout me, and to think about counter attacks. They used to call me The Most Innovative Man in Sport Entertainment, just like every other asshole who decides to name themselves. The only difference was, heh, well I was real. Those you have fought against, good list, but not the greatest. Maybe the best that APW could offer you but honestly.. how many of them were real? Carl Cage, JC Styles, whatever the hell he calls himself, well he has the many faces to hide behind. But in the end he isn't real. Carl, a man who has lost his true passion to wrestle. I can see it in him because you got into his head. You've gotten into some of the rosters head except for a select few. And you will not get into my head. The demons haunt my mind, and my past is only around to torment me. But in the end I know who I am inside. I know my name, and I know why I do what I do. Alot of people ask me "Why have you been trying to prove yourself lately." and I simply ignore them. I don't need to expell my energy before the biggest match in my APW career. I don't need a win over Michael Lively, Level One, Twister. Well, maybe over Level One. Theres something I'd like to prove against him, because I feel we did not have fair matches. But everyones losing control of what is real. I warned everyone, months ago I did. Stables, factions, the entire roster. They seem to be getting all the attenion around here, and yet here I stand, ready to battle for the Overdrive Championship. I told everyone my plans and yet I was ignored. And rightfully so, the ignorance in most people is high. Take a look at Level One. It's been almost a month since I claimed my status as Number One Contender for the Overdrive Title, and yet he still feels as if he belongs in the main event just because he has a win over me. That's arrogance, that's ignorance, and it's bliss. And I used to be one of those sheep. Shadow, were different, I'll give you that. We understand what it's like to be alone, to be left in a cold and dark world with only two feet and a heartbeat to keep us going. We fight our own personal problems before letting others get to us. You will proably have some strong but harsh words for me. And I'll accept that. In fact right now, I'm accepting everything. From the air I breathe, to the possibility of defeat. All the way to the possibility of being crowned Overdrive Champion and being the first to give Shadow a APW loss.
Green- And what happens after RassleMania V? Win or lose, what is there for me to do. I'll either be one of APW's greatest superstars, or one of APW's greatest superstars. The outcome is always the same, and my patience is wearing thin. I have sent out the challenges to a select few names, some left, some hide, but none reply. Just like always, they are to involved in their own personal bullshit to see the potential in a great match. A great challenge. I have proven I can hang with the top of APW, and at RassleMania V I can prove it all over again. I took ahold of the flame here in APW, and I almost fell and extenguished it. But yet I still hold it high. The flame is not a physical one, but one that burns deep inside of my soul. I realize I could end my career for that Overdrive title, for a chunk of heavy gold that has my name on it. But, it's been awhile. I know what everyone would like to see, I came back to make amends and do things the right way. This time there is no thievery, there is no politics, and there is no arrogance. Just acceptance. I'll be patiently waiting for your words. If not today, then some other day. I know you have something to say, we all do. Some more then others. I've said enough towards you Shadow and yet I've said so little. Maybe after some more relaxation I'll get some more thoughts to cross my mind. Or maybe I'll just keep them to myself. I've never been one to not voice my opinion but sometimes it doesn't need to be heard. Sometimes I can jeoprodize myself due to my actions and my comments towards others. However, I have just one more thing to say. At RassleMania V, I will be there, and I will be making my name heard, and my impact felt. So shine up that belt real nice Shadow because if it happens to come my way, I'll want to see my reflection. And if I do, then I'll be looking at the greatest champion to ever make a comeback in APW. So buff it up real nice, get rid of any scratches, and loosen the name plate, because you just never know where it's going. And it could very well read John Green within 3 seconds.
Fade to Black.
RP#1 End
