Post by darthquon on Jul 2, 2010 20:39:28 GMT -4
10:30pm June 28th, 2010
Radisson Hotel Saskatoon
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
*The scene opens to inside the one bedroom suite of Criss Cassidy. The camera crew catches Cassidy near the bed, packing his clothes into a black duffle bag. Criss turns toward the camera dressed in a long black jacket with no shirt underneath, black jeans and a pair of white Air Force Ones. Two large diamond chains hang from Cassidy's neck and the holy cross pendant dangles infront of his stomach*
Criss Cassidy: Ever since I started wrestling, I've been at peace with myself. I finally found who I am after being given a second chance. Criss Cassidy is not a criminal, being in prison is now behind me and I am part of a new gang. I'm the Lord's true soldier, a warrior born from the streets of New York and a scary individual in the wrestling ring. God has brought me here for one purpose and that is to make an impact in this world, reveal to the haters that his power is almighty and I am his Second Coming. Whether you like it or not, this is real and I'm gonna showcase my talents for you all to see. At the Test for the Best pay-per-view, I'm gonna shock the world and take home a shot for the title. I'm here to win and if you didn't see it in my first match then you're blinded by the hate. Criss Cassidy is a world-class athlete and the future of professional wrestling. I'm still emerging between those ropes but I have the heart and motivation to take it sky high. Hard work, dedication, wrestling is my job and I'm here to be the best. Leila Farrahi can't fool me, if you plot evil you will be lost, but if you plan good, you will be granted unfailing love and faithfulness. God has given me the tools and all I have to do is put in the work. I have put myself through some intense training to get to this position and my endurance for pain has shined throughout my wrestling career. You here that Kilgore? Work brings profit, but mere talk leads to poverty! I hope I get you first boy, so I can show you that having a big mouth don't mean you'll get in the last word. Wealth is a crown for the wise, the effort of fools yields only folly. It would be a huge mistake to overlook me as a contender. I intend on staking my claim with a win in the first round, breaking down barriers with a victory in the second and taking over new terriory by winning in the finals. On July 4th, I have the opportunity to rewrite history, change the game forever and lead APW into the future. You will all get to see all the wonderful works of God on display in the form of Criss Cassidy. For he is the Lord our God, his rule has been seen throughout the land and it's now time we takeover wrestling. I have made a commitment to be seen thousands of generations, I cannot let us down for many are called but few chosen.
*Cassidy zips up his black duffle bag as he tosses it over his shoulder and looks out the window of his hotel suite*
Criss Cassidy: God has chosen me to carry the torch and I'm gonna take us straight to the finish line. This is an opportunity that cannot be taken lightly. I have been given a shot to win the keys to the city in my first week being here. Do you think it's an accident? I battled my way into this position and now there is no way I can lose. For all the earth is the Lord's and he has set the world in order. He will protect his godly ones but the wicked will perish in darkness. No one will succeed by strength alone. Those who fight against me will be broken. I will thunder against them as God watches from heaven, for he has given his mighty strength to me..his king. Increasing the might of his anointed one. In this eight person tournament everyone will want to believe that they are the best. They'll keep saying how their the best and run their mouth but at some point they will have to back that up. This is where the pressure will build and some of these wrestlers are destined to break. I am not worried one bit and that is why I will surpass them. I don't fold under pressure, great athlete's perform better under pressure..so put the pressure on me! I want the challange, that's what I live for, it's all about making history. At it's essence, wrestling is a simple sport. It's routines and rhythms are steadfast and universal. Train alongside those who know you best, learn from those who you trust most. God has guided me to this point, and now is the time I walk the path he has set forth. I respect the wisdom of those who've been there before me, but now is the time you all embrace the promise of those just on their way. I am here to make a statement, that you all will hear loud and clear. Most of all, I have slowly but firmly sharpened my focus to the brutal task that lies ahead..punish your opponent, more than he punishes you.
*Criss slowly turns to the door and exits his hotel room as the cameraman stays by his side. Cassidy continues down the hallway before stopping at the elevator and hitting the down button*
Criss Cassidy: But nobody really sees me as a threat, so I'm just gonna have to wake them up with a nightmare that'll have them wishing it was just a dream.
*The elevator door opens as Cassidy enters and hits the Lobby button. The elevator slowly closes as Cassidy looks back into the camera*
Criss Cassidy: What you see here is flamboyant perfection and ageless mastery converging into the perfect wrestler. One that can maintain the art of wrestling and still keep the crowd moving and shaking..asking for more. All eyes on me baby, don't you blink for a second.
*Cassidy slides out a black bandana from his back pocket and ties it around his mouth as he uses it like a mask covering everything but his eyes. Criss slides the hood from his jacket over his head as the elevator door suddenly slides open and Cassidy enters the lobby area. Time almost stops as hotel patrons and workers alike watch over Cassidy as he slowly makes his way out of the hotel. Criss heads out the door as the nightsky looms overhead a waiting black SUV. Cassidy hops in as the driver directs the cameraman to get in the passenger seat. Cassidy gets comfortable in the back seat of the Escalade as he takes off the bandana and the car starts to move*
Criss Cassidy: People at home right now, you can have your own opinion about Criss Cassidy. You can say that I'm just a gimmick, that I'm fake or delusional. I have no talent and won't go anywhere here in APW, but you don't know me and before you judge me, look at your situation and see where your at. You better clear your problems up before you worry about my problems because I'm okay. Welcome to the world of Criss Cassidy, I am now God's chosen one but it took a whole lot of pain and struggle to get to this place of peace and euphoria. Before becoming this man of honor and righteousness, I was a street thug running around with the gangsters in Brooklyn, New York. I robbed, I killed, I did whatever it took to stay relevant in the streets. I was young, just surviving the times, waiting for my moment, I was destined to shine. After being put in the darkness and the deepest gloom, God snapped off my chains and showed me the light. While some were fools in their rebellion and suffered for their sins. I praised the Lord for his great love and he provided me with all his wonderful deeds. For he broke down the prison gates of bronze, he cut apart their bars of iron..and set me free.
*Criss slides the hood off from over his head and he leans forward as he looks into the camera with an intent stare*
Criss Cassidy: Now that God has given me the power to become something of a messiah, I am ready to unleashed on the sport of wrestling. Let the wicked by stricken silent when I take the stage. I will prove to Blade that there can only be one new kid running the block and Young Mannie will be quick to realize that his red shield era has come to an end. There can be only one winner, and if your misfortune puts you up against me..that person won't be you. Sally Talford may be this rising young superstar but she'll hit the roof if placed against me. My star has no celings, there is no limit for where I can go but for some of these other wrestlers this may be their final curtain call. For men like John Green, his years may be few, let his position be given to someone else. A former heavyweight champion in his own right, if placed against me, we will say goodbye to the past and hello to the future. I am going to take everything that you earned John Green in just one night. You've done this, you've been here before but you are not gonna beat me. This is my moment to show the world that I'm the best. But you'll be okay with it, because it's just not your time. Your time was back on New Years in 2008, winning a tournament to become APW's first ever heavyweight champion. Now it's 2010 and the time belongs to me now. I'm gonna be ready because I truely believe that I'm the greatest thing in the sport of wrestling. And after I win the Test for the Best tournament everybody else gon' say it will too..so it ain't nothing but a matter of time.
*Cassidy leans back in his seat and takes in a deep breath before turning and looking out the window*
Criss Cassidy: For the Lord has told me, "Sit in honor at my right hand until I humble your enemies, making them a footstool under your feet." The Lord will extend his powerful domination from heaven for me to rule over my enemies. For in that day of battle, the Lord will have seen that I served him willingly. Arrayed in holy garments, my vigor will be renewed each day like the morning dew. The Lord has taken an oath and will not break his vow. The Lord stands at my right hand to protect me. I will strike down many kings in the day of his anger. I will punish this nation, leaving it filled with the bodies of Biggs, Kilgore, Talford, and Mannie. I will shatter the heads of Farrahi, Blade, and Green over the whole earth but still remain refreshed from the brooks along the way. I will be victorious.
*Criss pulls the hood from his jacket over his face and leans back in the chair as he kicks up his feet and the scene fades to black*
9:58am June 29th, 2010
Gojo Gym and Fitness Center
Winnipeg, Manitoba
*The scene opens outside the Gojo Gym as a large black escalade pulls up in the parking lot. Criss Cassidy jumps out dressed in Nike Sparq training apparel and his black duffle bag in hand. Criss enters the fitness center and makes his way over to the boxing area where he sits down and starts to get his hands wrapped*
Criss Cassidy: I know when I walk into the ring on July 4th there will be only one thing constantly running through my mind..till the death. I'm not gonna stop, I'm willing to die. Serious, Shaun Kilgore, Biggs, I'm gonna go to the death, you wanna question my dedication to this sport? I'm going to try to kill whoever faces me in that ring..and I'm not joking about this. I'm a modern day warrior with unparallelled skills. I may not be the most complete wrestler in this tournament but the thing is this. Some people are talented and some people are gifted. Sally Talford, Leila Farrahi, these two ladies are talented..but me? I'm God-gifted.
*The trainer wrapping his hands gives Cassidy the thumbs-up as Criss stands up and walks over to the speed bag. He gives the bag a few warmup shots before getting into a rhythm and looking back into the camera*
Criss Cassidy: I'm fighting right now because everyone is saying that these other guys are better then me, and I don't believe that. So when I go out there and shock the world, the wicked will be infuriated when they see this. The kid from Brooklyn, New York came in and took everything that your heart's desired. You all have your own opinions about me but none of that will matter when we come face to face in the ring. You will grind your teeth in anger but will eventually slink away when your hopes are thwarted. A wise person is hungry for the truth, while the fools feed on trash. You can see the stains leftover on Young Mannie's vest, you can see the crap still hanging out from Shaun Kilgore's hair. These fools have no idea what's in-store for them and the truth is..they probably don't wanna know.
*Cassidy sends a furious combination of punches into the bag before stepping and dropping to the floor. As Criss stands back up he moves side-to-side and comes back in with a straight right hand that rocks the speed bag back and forth for almost a minute*
Criss Cassidy: I don't believe there is pleasure in life, only relief of pain..we have to suffer to be on top. There is no pleasure in my training, I train in the fear that my opponents are training harder than I. But this is good, this is what keeps me sharp, ready for whatever may come my way.
*Criss turns and heads toward the heavy bag as a fellow boxer helps slide the gloves on Cassidy's hands*
Criss Cassidy: Everyone wants to talk about how God won't be there to help me, they say I'm a fraud, they think I'm just a gimmick. What they don't say is, how I'm the greatest athlete they've ever been in the ring with. They don't seem to mention how there will never be another talent like myself, when are you gonna see another Michael Jordan? So talk all you want Biggs, you really think questioning the way I do things will somehow throw me off my game? Quite frankly, I'm blind to all your haters. For who can be compared with the Lord our God, who is enthroned on high? If it takes winning the Test for the Best for you all to truely believe, well then keep your eyes tuned in..the Second Coming's arrival is about to take place.
*The boxing gloves get tied up on Cassidy's hands as he heads over toward the heavy bag and begins to send a few power punches into the middle of the bag. Cassidy continues with a fury of combinations before putting his head down and continuing with the punches for the next 60 seconds*
Criss Cassidy: This tournament is really gonna show if I'm a real warrior or if I'm somebody who doesn't belong in the ring. I refuse to give in to the hate, this is my statement.
*The timer goes off as Cassidy stops to take step back and a couple of deep breathes*
Criss Cassidy: Is John Green a great fighter? Yeah he's a great fighter but he's a quitter, he's a front runner. He's that guy, that bully guy that's big and strong but once you push through, once you get through all of that and it ain't gonna be easy..he's gonna fold, he's gonna quit. Same with Shaun Kilgore, he can say all he wants about how I used to wrestle in his stablemates promotion but none of that matters now. I'm still gonna break you and you're gonna be wondering who is this person, this is not the same person Uncle Gordon and Aunty Craig told me about..and then you're gonna quit, I can't wait.
*Cassidy grins into the camera before turning back to the heavy bag and beginning his continued fury of punches as the timer clock slowly goes back to zero*
Criss Cassidy: If you guys somehow think that I'm gonna be the quitter, oh..will you be in for a wake-up call. I'm not the one who came from a wealthy family, I've come from a poor environment. I'm the one who had to run the streets just to survive the day, I'm the one who didn't have money, I'm the one who had to struggle in the past to get to where I'm at now. If you think I'm gonna my afraid of a wanksta like Young Mannie or be intimidated by a wannabe celebrity like Blade then you are greatly mistaken. I was not handed down anything, so just because I've been blessed by the Lord, don't think I'm not ready and willing to get down. I'm gonna strike the fear and terror into the heart's of my opponents. They will not be able to sing praises to the Lord, for they have gone into silence of the grave. Death will have its hands around your throat and the terror the I am will still overlook you. When you look me in the eyes, you will only see trouble and sorrow for you have stepped into the ring with your executioner.
*Criss sends a quick jab toward the lens of the camera as he turns back to the heavy bag and bursts into another fury. The scene slowly fades to black as Cassidy stands infront of the camera and continues to pound the center of the bag*
1:39pm July 1st, 2010
Seine River Trail
Winnipeg, Manitoba
*The scene opens to Criss Cassidy running on a trail along the Seine River. Cassidy is covered head to toe in Under Armour heatgear as the cameraman catches up and tries to stay side-by-side with the 'Second Coming'*
Criss Cassidy: I'm ready to do everything in my power to win this tournament. I'm not gonna stop until my hand is raised three times in a row and I tell my doubters where they can shove it. So when you get into the ring with me Sally Talford, you better take this fight serious. You better come correct because I want to beat the best Sally Talford she can possibly be. I don't want to hear any bullshit about how you weren't prepared for the Nightmare your life is about to become. You want to say this and that about how I need to be dedicated, live and breath this business. Who says that I ain't? And who are you to tell me what I need to do. I run this, it's no shit sherlock that God's doesn't $100 riding on red or black. But truth be told he does have the gates of heaven..riding on me. For when it comes to skill and talent, mines far surpasses the likes of Talford, Biggs, and Green. They may hold more experience but all that means is they've already had their shot. Their time has come and
gone and it's now time to pass the torch. No..I'm gonna take the torch and start my own legacy. One that'll have people turning their heads and giving in to the fact that I am the Second Coming. It is time APW open it's gates where the righteous will enter. Those gates will lead me to the presence of the Lord and have my thanking him for answering my prayer. God has saved me and in return I will present him with the APW Heavyweight Title. The Lord is God, shining upon us. I will bring forward the sacrifice, may it be the likes of Lelia Farrahi or Blade, it doesn't matter. You are my God, and I will praise you! You are my God, and I will exalt you! Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever and it will never be more evident then on July 4th..Test for the Best pay-per-view.
*Cassidy sprints his way through the various brush and trees as he makes his way toward a nice view of the river. Criss stops and stares out as the sun reflects off of the water*
Criss Cassidy: This is my resurrection, my new life. Those who believe in me, even though they die like everyone else, will live again. They are given eternal life for believing in me and will never perish. You have done many good things for me, Lord, just as you promised. I believe in your commands, now teach me good judgment and knowledge as I step foot into a battle of the biggest proportions. I used to wander off until you disciplined me and now I am a ruthless assassin when in that squared circle. Nobody can shake me, nobody can break me, I am solid like a rock for nobody can move me, therefore this is my new territory. Arrogant people have made up lies about me, so they shall be punished for in truth I only obey the Lord's commandments with all my heart. The hearts of my opponents are dull and have no purpose. Now they must live in suffering for they will be taught a lesson, to pay attention to your principles. You made me, you created me. Now give me the sense to follow your commands. May all who fear you find in me a cause for joy, for I have put my hope in your word. I know, O Lord that your decisions are fair, you displined me because I needed it. Now let your unfailing love comfort me, just as you promised me, your servant. Surround me with your tender mercies so I may live, for your law is my delight. Bring disgrace upon the arrogant people who lied about me. Meanwhile I will concentrate on your commandments and carry out the mission I had been set out on. Though the wicked hide along the way to kill me, I will quietly keep my mind on your decrees. Even perfection has its limits, but your commands have no limit. That is why I see no celings when they ask how far I can go. The Test for the Best tournament is just over the horizon and now is the time I shine and make a statement the world will hear for years to come.
*Cassidy turns around back to the camera and sends an evil stare through the lens as the scene fades to black*
To Be Continued..
Coming Soon:
High Rise (Part 1) Out Here Grindin'
High Rise (Part 2) Won't Let You Down
Radisson Hotel Saskatoon
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
*The scene opens to inside the one bedroom suite of Criss Cassidy. The camera crew catches Cassidy near the bed, packing his clothes into a black duffle bag. Criss turns toward the camera dressed in a long black jacket with no shirt underneath, black jeans and a pair of white Air Force Ones. Two large diamond chains hang from Cassidy's neck and the holy cross pendant dangles infront of his stomach*
Criss Cassidy: Ever since I started wrestling, I've been at peace with myself. I finally found who I am after being given a second chance. Criss Cassidy is not a criminal, being in prison is now behind me and I am part of a new gang. I'm the Lord's true soldier, a warrior born from the streets of New York and a scary individual in the wrestling ring. God has brought me here for one purpose and that is to make an impact in this world, reveal to the haters that his power is almighty and I am his Second Coming. Whether you like it or not, this is real and I'm gonna showcase my talents for you all to see. At the Test for the Best pay-per-view, I'm gonna shock the world and take home a shot for the title. I'm here to win and if you didn't see it in my first match then you're blinded by the hate. Criss Cassidy is a world-class athlete and the future of professional wrestling. I'm still emerging between those ropes but I have the heart and motivation to take it sky high. Hard work, dedication, wrestling is my job and I'm here to be the best. Leila Farrahi can't fool me, if you plot evil you will be lost, but if you plan good, you will be granted unfailing love and faithfulness. God has given me the tools and all I have to do is put in the work. I have put myself through some intense training to get to this position and my endurance for pain has shined throughout my wrestling career. You here that Kilgore? Work brings profit, but mere talk leads to poverty! I hope I get you first boy, so I can show you that having a big mouth don't mean you'll get in the last word. Wealth is a crown for the wise, the effort of fools yields only folly. It would be a huge mistake to overlook me as a contender. I intend on staking my claim with a win in the first round, breaking down barriers with a victory in the second and taking over new terriory by winning in the finals. On July 4th, I have the opportunity to rewrite history, change the game forever and lead APW into the future. You will all get to see all the wonderful works of God on display in the form of Criss Cassidy. For he is the Lord our God, his rule has been seen throughout the land and it's now time we takeover wrestling. I have made a commitment to be seen thousands of generations, I cannot let us down for many are called but few chosen.
*Cassidy zips up his black duffle bag as he tosses it over his shoulder and looks out the window of his hotel suite*
Criss Cassidy: God has chosen me to carry the torch and I'm gonna take us straight to the finish line. This is an opportunity that cannot be taken lightly. I have been given a shot to win the keys to the city in my first week being here. Do you think it's an accident? I battled my way into this position and now there is no way I can lose. For all the earth is the Lord's and he has set the world in order. He will protect his godly ones but the wicked will perish in darkness. No one will succeed by strength alone. Those who fight against me will be broken. I will thunder against them as God watches from heaven, for he has given his mighty strength to me..his king. Increasing the might of his anointed one. In this eight person tournament everyone will want to believe that they are the best. They'll keep saying how their the best and run their mouth but at some point they will have to back that up. This is where the pressure will build and some of these wrestlers are destined to break. I am not worried one bit and that is why I will surpass them. I don't fold under pressure, great athlete's perform better under pressure..so put the pressure on me! I want the challange, that's what I live for, it's all about making history. At it's essence, wrestling is a simple sport. It's routines and rhythms are steadfast and universal. Train alongside those who know you best, learn from those who you trust most. God has guided me to this point, and now is the time I walk the path he has set forth. I respect the wisdom of those who've been there before me, but now is the time you all embrace the promise of those just on their way. I am here to make a statement, that you all will hear loud and clear. Most of all, I have slowly but firmly sharpened my focus to the brutal task that lies ahead..punish your opponent, more than he punishes you.
*Criss slowly turns to the door and exits his hotel room as the cameraman stays by his side. Cassidy continues down the hallway before stopping at the elevator and hitting the down button*
Criss Cassidy: But nobody really sees me as a threat, so I'm just gonna have to wake them up with a nightmare that'll have them wishing it was just a dream.
*The elevator door opens as Cassidy enters and hits the Lobby button. The elevator slowly closes as Cassidy looks back into the camera*
Criss Cassidy: What you see here is flamboyant perfection and ageless mastery converging into the perfect wrestler. One that can maintain the art of wrestling and still keep the crowd moving and shaking..asking for more. All eyes on me baby, don't you blink for a second.
*Cassidy slides out a black bandana from his back pocket and ties it around his mouth as he uses it like a mask covering everything but his eyes. Criss slides the hood from his jacket over his head as the elevator door suddenly slides open and Cassidy enters the lobby area. Time almost stops as hotel patrons and workers alike watch over Cassidy as he slowly makes his way out of the hotel. Criss heads out the door as the nightsky looms overhead a waiting black SUV. Cassidy hops in as the driver directs the cameraman to get in the passenger seat. Cassidy gets comfortable in the back seat of the Escalade as he takes off the bandana and the car starts to move*
Criss Cassidy: People at home right now, you can have your own opinion about Criss Cassidy. You can say that I'm just a gimmick, that I'm fake or delusional. I have no talent and won't go anywhere here in APW, but you don't know me and before you judge me, look at your situation and see where your at. You better clear your problems up before you worry about my problems because I'm okay. Welcome to the world of Criss Cassidy, I am now God's chosen one but it took a whole lot of pain and struggle to get to this place of peace and euphoria. Before becoming this man of honor and righteousness, I was a street thug running around with the gangsters in Brooklyn, New York. I robbed, I killed, I did whatever it took to stay relevant in the streets. I was young, just surviving the times, waiting for my moment, I was destined to shine. After being put in the darkness and the deepest gloom, God snapped off my chains and showed me the light. While some were fools in their rebellion and suffered for their sins. I praised the Lord for his great love and he provided me with all his wonderful deeds. For he broke down the prison gates of bronze, he cut apart their bars of iron..and set me free.
*Criss slides the hood off from over his head and he leans forward as he looks into the camera with an intent stare*
Criss Cassidy: Now that God has given me the power to become something of a messiah, I am ready to unleashed on the sport of wrestling. Let the wicked by stricken silent when I take the stage. I will prove to Blade that there can only be one new kid running the block and Young Mannie will be quick to realize that his red shield era has come to an end. There can be only one winner, and if your misfortune puts you up against me..that person won't be you. Sally Talford may be this rising young superstar but she'll hit the roof if placed against me. My star has no celings, there is no limit for where I can go but for some of these other wrestlers this may be their final curtain call. For men like John Green, his years may be few, let his position be given to someone else. A former heavyweight champion in his own right, if placed against me, we will say goodbye to the past and hello to the future. I am going to take everything that you earned John Green in just one night. You've done this, you've been here before but you are not gonna beat me. This is my moment to show the world that I'm the best. But you'll be okay with it, because it's just not your time. Your time was back on New Years in 2008, winning a tournament to become APW's first ever heavyweight champion. Now it's 2010 and the time belongs to me now. I'm gonna be ready because I truely believe that I'm the greatest thing in the sport of wrestling. And after I win the Test for the Best tournament everybody else gon' say it will too..so it ain't nothing but a matter of time.
*Cassidy leans back in his seat and takes in a deep breath before turning and looking out the window*
Criss Cassidy: For the Lord has told me, "Sit in honor at my right hand until I humble your enemies, making them a footstool under your feet." The Lord will extend his powerful domination from heaven for me to rule over my enemies. For in that day of battle, the Lord will have seen that I served him willingly. Arrayed in holy garments, my vigor will be renewed each day like the morning dew. The Lord has taken an oath and will not break his vow. The Lord stands at my right hand to protect me. I will strike down many kings in the day of his anger. I will punish this nation, leaving it filled with the bodies of Biggs, Kilgore, Talford, and Mannie. I will shatter the heads of Farrahi, Blade, and Green over the whole earth but still remain refreshed from the brooks along the way. I will be victorious.
*Criss pulls the hood from his jacket over his face and leans back in the chair as he kicks up his feet and the scene fades to black*
9:58am June 29th, 2010
Gojo Gym and Fitness Center
Winnipeg, Manitoba
*The scene opens outside the Gojo Gym as a large black escalade pulls up in the parking lot. Criss Cassidy jumps out dressed in Nike Sparq training apparel and his black duffle bag in hand. Criss enters the fitness center and makes his way over to the boxing area where he sits down and starts to get his hands wrapped*
Criss Cassidy: I know when I walk into the ring on July 4th there will be only one thing constantly running through my mind..till the death. I'm not gonna stop, I'm willing to die. Serious, Shaun Kilgore, Biggs, I'm gonna go to the death, you wanna question my dedication to this sport? I'm going to try to kill whoever faces me in that ring..and I'm not joking about this. I'm a modern day warrior with unparallelled skills. I may not be the most complete wrestler in this tournament but the thing is this. Some people are talented and some people are gifted. Sally Talford, Leila Farrahi, these two ladies are talented..but me? I'm God-gifted.
*The trainer wrapping his hands gives Cassidy the thumbs-up as Criss stands up and walks over to the speed bag. He gives the bag a few warmup shots before getting into a rhythm and looking back into the camera*
Criss Cassidy: I'm fighting right now because everyone is saying that these other guys are better then me, and I don't believe that. So when I go out there and shock the world, the wicked will be infuriated when they see this. The kid from Brooklyn, New York came in and took everything that your heart's desired. You all have your own opinions about me but none of that will matter when we come face to face in the ring. You will grind your teeth in anger but will eventually slink away when your hopes are thwarted. A wise person is hungry for the truth, while the fools feed on trash. You can see the stains leftover on Young Mannie's vest, you can see the crap still hanging out from Shaun Kilgore's hair. These fools have no idea what's in-store for them and the truth is..they probably don't wanna know.
*Cassidy sends a furious combination of punches into the bag before stepping and dropping to the floor. As Criss stands back up he moves side-to-side and comes back in with a straight right hand that rocks the speed bag back and forth for almost a minute*
Criss Cassidy: I don't believe there is pleasure in life, only relief of pain..we have to suffer to be on top. There is no pleasure in my training, I train in the fear that my opponents are training harder than I. But this is good, this is what keeps me sharp, ready for whatever may come my way.
*Criss turns and heads toward the heavy bag as a fellow boxer helps slide the gloves on Cassidy's hands*
Criss Cassidy: Everyone wants to talk about how God won't be there to help me, they say I'm a fraud, they think I'm just a gimmick. What they don't say is, how I'm the greatest athlete they've ever been in the ring with. They don't seem to mention how there will never be another talent like myself, when are you gonna see another Michael Jordan? So talk all you want Biggs, you really think questioning the way I do things will somehow throw me off my game? Quite frankly, I'm blind to all your haters. For who can be compared with the Lord our God, who is enthroned on high? If it takes winning the Test for the Best for you all to truely believe, well then keep your eyes tuned in..the Second Coming's arrival is about to take place.
*The boxing gloves get tied up on Cassidy's hands as he heads over toward the heavy bag and begins to send a few power punches into the middle of the bag. Cassidy continues with a fury of combinations before putting his head down and continuing with the punches for the next 60 seconds*
Criss Cassidy: This tournament is really gonna show if I'm a real warrior or if I'm somebody who doesn't belong in the ring. I refuse to give in to the hate, this is my statement.
*The timer goes off as Cassidy stops to take step back and a couple of deep breathes*
Criss Cassidy: Is John Green a great fighter? Yeah he's a great fighter but he's a quitter, he's a front runner. He's that guy, that bully guy that's big and strong but once you push through, once you get through all of that and it ain't gonna be easy..he's gonna fold, he's gonna quit. Same with Shaun Kilgore, he can say all he wants about how I used to wrestle in his stablemates promotion but none of that matters now. I'm still gonna break you and you're gonna be wondering who is this person, this is not the same person Uncle Gordon and Aunty Craig told me about..and then you're gonna quit, I can't wait.
*Cassidy grins into the camera before turning back to the heavy bag and beginning his continued fury of punches as the timer clock slowly goes back to zero*
Criss Cassidy: If you guys somehow think that I'm gonna be the quitter, oh..will you be in for a wake-up call. I'm not the one who came from a wealthy family, I've come from a poor environment. I'm the one who had to run the streets just to survive the day, I'm the one who didn't have money, I'm the one who had to struggle in the past to get to where I'm at now. If you think I'm gonna my afraid of a wanksta like Young Mannie or be intimidated by a wannabe celebrity like Blade then you are greatly mistaken. I was not handed down anything, so just because I've been blessed by the Lord, don't think I'm not ready and willing to get down. I'm gonna strike the fear and terror into the heart's of my opponents. They will not be able to sing praises to the Lord, for they have gone into silence of the grave. Death will have its hands around your throat and the terror the I am will still overlook you. When you look me in the eyes, you will only see trouble and sorrow for you have stepped into the ring with your executioner.
*Criss sends a quick jab toward the lens of the camera as he turns back to the heavy bag and bursts into another fury. The scene slowly fades to black as Cassidy stands infront of the camera and continues to pound the center of the bag*
1:39pm July 1st, 2010
Seine River Trail
Winnipeg, Manitoba
*The scene opens to Criss Cassidy running on a trail along the Seine River. Cassidy is covered head to toe in Under Armour heatgear as the cameraman catches up and tries to stay side-by-side with the 'Second Coming'*
Criss Cassidy: I'm ready to do everything in my power to win this tournament. I'm not gonna stop until my hand is raised three times in a row and I tell my doubters where they can shove it. So when you get into the ring with me Sally Talford, you better take this fight serious. You better come correct because I want to beat the best Sally Talford she can possibly be. I don't want to hear any bullshit about how you weren't prepared for the Nightmare your life is about to become. You want to say this and that about how I need to be dedicated, live and breath this business. Who says that I ain't? And who are you to tell me what I need to do. I run this, it's no shit sherlock that God's doesn't $100 riding on red or black. But truth be told he does have the gates of heaven..riding on me. For when it comes to skill and talent, mines far surpasses the likes of Talford, Biggs, and Green. They may hold more experience but all that means is they've already had their shot. Their time has come and
gone and it's now time to pass the torch. No..I'm gonna take the torch and start my own legacy. One that'll have people turning their heads and giving in to the fact that I am the Second Coming. It is time APW open it's gates where the righteous will enter. Those gates will lead me to the presence of the Lord and have my thanking him for answering my prayer. God has saved me and in return I will present him with the APW Heavyweight Title. The Lord is God, shining upon us. I will bring forward the sacrifice, may it be the likes of Lelia Farrahi or Blade, it doesn't matter. You are my God, and I will praise you! You are my God, and I will exalt you! Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever and it will never be more evident then on July 4th..Test for the Best pay-per-view.
*Cassidy sprints his way through the various brush and trees as he makes his way toward a nice view of the river. Criss stops and stares out as the sun reflects off of the water*
Criss Cassidy: This is my resurrection, my new life. Those who believe in me, even though they die like everyone else, will live again. They are given eternal life for believing in me and will never perish. You have done many good things for me, Lord, just as you promised. I believe in your commands, now teach me good judgment and knowledge as I step foot into a battle of the biggest proportions. I used to wander off until you disciplined me and now I am a ruthless assassin when in that squared circle. Nobody can shake me, nobody can break me, I am solid like a rock for nobody can move me, therefore this is my new territory. Arrogant people have made up lies about me, so they shall be punished for in truth I only obey the Lord's commandments with all my heart. The hearts of my opponents are dull and have no purpose. Now they must live in suffering for they will be taught a lesson, to pay attention to your principles. You made me, you created me. Now give me the sense to follow your commands. May all who fear you find in me a cause for joy, for I have put my hope in your word. I know, O Lord that your decisions are fair, you displined me because I needed it. Now let your unfailing love comfort me, just as you promised me, your servant. Surround me with your tender mercies so I may live, for your law is my delight. Bring disgrace upon the arrogant people who lied about me. Meanwhile I will concentrate on your commandments and carry out the mission I had been set out on. Though the wicked hide along the way to kill me, I will quietly keep my mind on your decrees. Even perfection has its limits, but your commands have no limit. That is why I see no celings when they ask how far I can go. The Test for the Best tournament is just over the horizon and now is the time I shine and make a statement the world will hear for years to come.
*Cassidy turns around back to the camera and sends an evil stare through the lens as the scene fades to black*
To Be Continued..
Coming Soon:
High Rise (Part 1) Out Here Grindin'
High Rise (Part 2) Won't Let You Down
