Jensen Lane vs Shiv vs Tyler Cross

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[Bondic]

Link to Cross promo

[shiv]

Scene 1: The Silence of Darkness

The camera turns on to a pitch black scene. Very little sound is heard until a few seconds later, a voice is heard…

Shiv: Fear is nothing but the absence of understanding. In the silence and darkness, clarity reveals truth. Tyler Cross, I had some time to listen to what you had to say. I must admit, from everything I've heard from you, I'm pretty underwhelmed. To be honest, I expected more substance from you. Between your ramblings about all your successes and your so called virtues, you shown to spend very little time understanding who in the hell I am.

On both sides of the screen, two candles become dimly lit, illuminating Shiv, sitting on a chair, bent forward, looking towards the camera…

Shiv: Seriously? Do I dream? Do I jump to take risks? You know, going deeper than your silly little questions that lack any substance, all I sense is insecurity. You went on and on about people doubting you everywhere you went and then talking about all your successes, yet that doesn't seem to be enough.

See, I'm going to explain the difference between you and I. It's called confidence. I don't have to list a damn achievement, yet everyone who has been someone in this business knows who the hell I am. You have to give yourself those self-proclaimed titles, whereas mine are given to me. You hold on to your past while I leave mine behind.

Shiv's shadowy figure moves himself and his chair closer to the camera…

Shiv: I can compare and contrast us all day, but I have better things to do, such as preparing your ass whooping. While your off bragging about your fun little stable, I'm preparing your demise. I'm going to correct you on a couple points, speaking of the Empire. You're not Kennedy's smartest and best decision. No, that would be me. If you want to know why, you should learn something about me. You're nothing more than my replacement. You're trying to fill my shoes.

Shiv stands up, bending to the camera, his face fully illuminated…

Shiv: I've grown past needing others. I survive on my own. Meanwhile, you're looking for safety in numbers. I can, and will, accomplish more on my own than you with the empire. Brian and I go way back. We have a lot of respect for each other. We just see things differently. But you, you're just a guy, not thee guy.

So, you bring your past down to the ring and I'll bring my future, because soon, I will be the Platinum champion, and you, you'll still be just a guy continually looking for validation. Oh, since you enjoy talking about time so much, I'll leave you this: time doesn't cascade, it inches closer second by second. By match end, you'll have wish time cascaded due to the time you'll spend in pain and defeat. That's not cocky, that's the truth!

Shiv turns around and walks away, fading into darkness…

Scene 2: Comedy Hour

The scene opens up to see Shiv walking up to a podium in an empty room. Chairs are placed throughout the room, which could give the impression of this space being used for a small TedTalk or something similar. Shiv taps on the mic to make sure it's working before he begins…

Shiv: Thank you for joining me today. You may be wondering why I'm doing this in an empty room. It's quite simple. I don't do things for applause, I do it for myself. Besides, I thought Cross might enjoy a few words dedicated to him.

Shiv grabs his water bottle from the backside of the podium, and after taking a drink, continues…

Shiv. In my previous comments, I responded to your words in a serious fashion, but man, there was a part of me that just wanted to bust out laughing with some of the things you said. So, this performance is dedicated to you.

I have to admit, I was surprised that you didn't seem to know much about me. It all made sense after hearing about you popping pills. It appears that you read as much about me as you do your conduct policy. Don't worry. I won't tell anyone. It's not like you confessed that on national T.V. or anything. Wait…

Shiv chuckles a bit, humored by his own joke. He pauses for a second, then continues…

Shiv: Then there's you, Cross, saying you've been successful everywhere you've been. Now I don't doubt that one bit, but if you've been so successful, why so many doubters? You don't think some of those doubters are just you, do you? I know some great counselors. Great listeners. You'd love it!

Shiv takes a couple moments, gathering his thoughts before speaking…

Shiv: Sorry, I'm mostly riffing here. Don't sell yourself short as a comedian as well, Cross. I mean your joke about transposing the last letter of my name to mean something that looks like your face is truly original. I'm not sure what you pay your writers, but they're grossly underpaid. That is truly some slapstick comedy there!

While I may not imitate your comedy, there is one thing I do plan to imitate. I realize after all this time, I've been doing it all wrong. So, effective immediately, I have decided to ask Alexa to play my music for me at all times! We need to get together to help me create a Playlist. Do you know the perfect song to play right after I beat the living hell out of you? I just can't seem to find the right song that captures all the emotions of pain, shock, and massive disappointment that you'll be feeling soon. You have my number, so hit me up!

Shiv's smile turns to a dead serious stare…

Shiv: Cross, take your wins, take your titles, and take all of your accomplishments and stick them up your ass! They don't mean a damn thing in that ring. Right now, all is relaxed, but don't assume it'll stay that way. See, deep inside of me is an uncontrollable fire to once again be at the top that ignites the moment I enter the arena. Ask your boy, Brian, what it's like in the ring. Take notes if you're sober enough. Because if you don't, you'll never know what hit you. My name is Shiv, and I AM the living legend. That's not self-proclaimed or cocky, that's the truth!

The scene ends with Shiv confidently staring into the camera…

["The Influencer" Jensen Lane]

Jensen Speaks. Sorry it took so long. Been swamped between work and vacation this past week.