*~*Our scene today opens up in one of the most influential cities in the United States, Seattle Washington. It's influential because it spawned two of the most noticed pop culture trends: grunge music and Starbucks coffee. Ironic because our cameras are inside of one of Seattle's many Starbucks shops. There are a small handful of people in the shop, so it's relatively quiet. The cameras move off towards the corner where they spot a table with two women seated. One of the women, a blonde, is easily idenfied as XWF diva Trish Stratus. Trish is dressed in a pair of snug fitting khaki colored corduroy flares, a pair of black Doc Martins, and a tight white long sleeved t-shirt. The other woman sitting there, her back towards the cameras, is dressed opposite of Trish. The woman is dressed in a pair of black baggy cargo pants with a couple silver chains looping from the beltloops, a bright neon blue tank top with white fishnet sleeves worn underneath, and the most unique thing of all is her bright neon blue wig. Trish takes a sip of her coffee and clears her throat.*~*

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Thanks for meeting me here.

{La Mujer Del Misterio}Oh it's not a problem. I haven't been out in a little. Besides we haven't spoken since El Paso.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}I'm glad you could make it. Things are getting....interesting around here, to say the least.

{La Mujer Del Misterio}Oh trust me, I've been keeping a very watchful eye. Your womans champion isn't around, her husband returns, the WCW are growing stronger.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}This WCW crap is getting real old real fast. Shane McMahon and his little minions are starting to think that they own the damn place, and I KNOW it's annoying more than one XWF worker backstage.

{La Mujer Del Misterio}Shane is a fool. He can't make up his mind on his girls. Hell he went after Morgan way back when.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}I still wonder how she was able to deal with that. He even went after Jenna, knowing that she was, and still is, in a committed relationship. And yet he claims he's done nothing wrong.

{La Mujer Del Misterio}Shane is going to have a lot of problems in the new future. As is his little bitch.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Funny how both of their troubles start at the same event. I mean, Shane's in that Ultimate X match with Jenna. That in itself looks intense. Then his little sweetie is going to lose her chance at the contendership.

{La Mujer Del Misterio}Dawn can't wrestle her way out of a paper bag. You've kicked all those womans asses, Morgans done that same. Dawn doesn't have what it takes to be a champion.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}You hit the nail on the head there. I don't know which is going to be sweeter. Dumping Dawn on her ass on the arena floor and winning the match, or watching her dear husband getting torn apart by Jenna. Granted, she and I aren't really friends, but you can't help but respect her for what she's done.

{La Mujer Del Misterio}I give Jenna a lot of respect, shes done a lot for this company; as have you. I'm going to have fun watching the match, from where I'm sitting.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}You mean you're going to be in the audience this Sunday?

{La Mujer Del Misterio}I may be. I could be anywhere in that arena, I've spoken to Vince.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Ooo. A mystery. Well, let me just say for the record....whatever you decide is going to be quite impactful. People aren't going to know what to do.

{La Mujer Del Misterio} I could very well get myself involved in that match too. But who knows.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Anything that you decide, you know I've got your back.

{La Mujer Del Misterio} I know. Which will be a huge surprise in itself.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Yeah it will be. I've had my fair share of shockers over recent times, but this.......this may be at the top of that list.

{La Mujer Del Misterio}Well we know it's not mine, I've had bigger ones. But it will be up with those.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Just looking at the reactions of Shane and Dawn is going to be well worth the price of admission once things come into the light.

{La Mujer Del Misterio} You and I will be the two to look out for. This is going to outshine the damn Kronos return.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}It's the start of a new, and definately more dominant era of the XWF than anyone has ever seen. Most definately it will outshine the lame ass WCW.

{La Mujer Del Misterio} There won't be much of a WCW soon.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}You're speaking my language. I knew there was a good reason why we decided to form an alliance. We think alike.

{La Mujer Del Misterio} When do you think is a good time to let everyone know who I am?

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Well, the obvious choice would be at the pay per view, but knowing half the people, they won't have a clue. Personally....no time like the present.

*~*The woman removed the neon blue wig and pulled her hair out of her ponytail and smiled at the camera. It was Rheia! The wife of the infamous Kronos!*~*

{The XWF Womens Champion Rheia}I was tired of the swedish accent. Now all we have to do is wait on my husband, he's not the same right now.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}I noticed that. You have any idea whats up?

{The XWF Womens Champion Rheia}That I have NO idea. Maybe the doctors did something to him. Hell I have the church watching over me.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}That I still have a hard time believing. But don't worry. He'll come around and return to being the Overlord of all that is evil around here.

{The XWF Womens Champion Rheia}Of course he will. Once the church is off my back, I can stop taking this stupid pills to keep me 'sane'. No one likes a sane Rheia! Plus I have the priest who's watching over me, he's going on about how he wants to leave the church for me!

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}He DOES know you're married, right?

{The XWF Womens Champion Rheia}Yes, that's why I'm confused. Kronos will kill him if he ever gets back to normal.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Then you need to tell the priest that. He should know better than to go after someone who is already taken. Who does he think he is...me?

{The XWF Womens Champion Rheia}Trust me, he knows. I've told him, Steel's told him. Speaking of you, you're still with Christian?

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}*smiles* Of course. I had the best Christmas thanks to him. He's definately one I'm keeping. I'm happy with him.

{The XWF Womens Champion Rheia}I'm not one for Holidays and stuff. Besides ... Don't have much to be happy for, the Church did happen to burn me at the stake about 500 years ago....

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Good point. Well, you can be happy that you're here and alive and able to carry out all kinds of evil deeds on unsuspecting victims.

{The XWF Womens Champion Rheia}Dawn is the first on the list. I don't care what happens in that match, I just don't want Dawn winning. If I lose my title, I'd rather it to be you. But I'll give you a run for your money, you know that first hand.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}I'd be dissapointed if you didn't. Thats why I'm determined to win this match, so we can go on and give the fans a match of the year candidate.

{The XWF Womens Champion Rheia}Of course. Look I have to go, I need to pick up Ares from Mike's.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}And I have to go meet Ashley at the arena. This was fun.

{The XWF Womens Champion Rheia}It will only get better in time. See ya later.

*~*Rheia shakes hands with Trish as she puts on her coat and walks out of the building. Trish smirks and starts to laugh to herself as she finishes up her coffee as the scene fades to black.*~*

SCENE ONE
' G i r l T a l k & M a t c h T a l k'

*~*The scene opens up about two hours later, only this time, it shows the backstage area of the Key Arena, which is buzzing in anticipation not only for the pay per view, but for the house show that is going on right now inside of the arena. Looking around backstage, the cameras spot Trish Stratus and her apprentice Ashley Massaro walking along the halls, talking with each other, followed closely by Trish's problem solver Tyson Tomko. Ashley laughs at something as the two round the corner. Ashley continues to talk as Trish looks down the hall at something. Nudging Ashley's arm, Trish points and the two share a grin. Following their gaze, the cameras spot fellow XWF diva, not to mention one of Trish's opponents Celeste walking in their direction. Trish can't help but laugh a little.*~*

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Well wel. Look at what we have here, Ashley. A poor little lost Celeste.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}Great...my day is complete, I get to talk to 2 blond airheads.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Hey, we aim to please. Is it criminal of me to want to have a conversation with someone such as yourself?

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}Cut to the chase Trish, what do you want? To insult me, telling me I have no chance at winning at Christmas Carnage?

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}Ouch. Too much hostility from you.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}No kidding. Maybe you have me all wrong, Celeste. Maybe I don't want to do that.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}Ok prove me wrong then, what do you want?

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}I'm making an effort to be nicer to people, and I thought I'd start with you. How was your holiday? Did you get everything you wanted from Santa?

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}*starts to laugh* Ok what is this an episode of Punk'd or something, where's the camera?

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}Now see? This is exactly whats wrong with people around here. They don't believe something when they see it.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}This is a waste of my time.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Ok, no more joking around. I just want you to get something clear right here and right now. You may be in this match and you and I may indeed cross paths. But you had best be staying out of my fucking way.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}And what if I don't?

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Oh it doesn't matter, because you're getting tossed over the top like everyone else. But, you're not the one I'm gunning for.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}Let me guess. You're gunning for Dawn.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Who says your stupid? Yes, thats exactly right. You see, your little best friend Dawn is target numero uno on my Christmas Carnage hit list. And if you play your cards right, you'll be number two.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}Geee I wish I could just be like you Trish, you set your goals so high in life. *sighs* Such a shame that you are going to fail.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Who exactly is going to stop me.....you? I doubt it.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}You see that is your problem Trish, you underestimate people.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}You know, I find it funny that you of all people are lecturing me on problems. Between you and the hypnotized nutjob Dawn. But in all honesty, I don't view any of you as a challenge. There is only one other woman that I consider worthy of a challenge.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}*laughs* Yeah and she beat you before.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}And she's beaten everyone in the match, including her former best friend and your current best friend. But I guess you wouldn't even care considering Dawn has probably managed to turn Jenna against you, and if she hasn't don't worry, because it won't be far behind.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}I have no problem with Jenna.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Yeah, it started out that way between us. Then things happened, and look where we are now. Matter of fact, thats exactly what happened between Jenna and Dawn. I'm just telling you to watch your back.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}Really cause if I remember correctly it was you that kept saying stuff to Jenna so don't act like Dawn was the problem there. You were a main reason why they are no longer friends.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}*shakes head* The brainwashing has begun. Look, I can see that your about as thick as a brick wall, so my work here is done. Just think about it and ask yourself if things are as clear as you are making them out to be.

*~*Trish walks away as Celeste turns around and smiles*~*

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}Maybe you should ask yourself the same question.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}If this is your attempt at mind games, forget it. Besides, I've already got something in mind and when it comes into the light, you may find yourself caught up in the mess. Not that it's something you're not used to.

{The Misguided Soul Celeste}OOOOOO *wiggles fingers* I am shaking.

*~*Trish just laughs as she and Ashley start to turn away.*~*

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Trust me, when you see what's going to happen, you and all of your WCW reject buddies will be shaking. Bank on it.

*~*Laughing to herself, Trish gives a little wave as she and Ashley walk down the hall, leaving Celeste standing there. As soon as they are at Trish's locker room door, Ashley turns towards her.*~*

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}Ok, what was that?

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}What was what?

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}What plan are you talking about? What's so big that it's going to bring WCW to it's knees?

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}You really want to know?

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}Yes I do.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Alright....

*~*Ashley leans over as Trish starts to whisper in her ear. When Trish is finished, Ashley looks over at her, her jaw almost on the floor.*~*

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}Oh my.........are you serious?

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Dead serious. You can't tell anyone though.

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}Oh I won't It's just.......thats big.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}And there might be more to come. Right now, I just have to do what I said I am going to do, and thats win. Because you KNOW that match will equal ratings.

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}Without question. But...what about the others in this match, namely Kaitly, Ebony, Jade and Melina?

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}In all honestly, they are a waste of fucking space. I don't know why they were put here, and the simple fact that they are just annoys me. Matter of fact, they aren't worth my time. However, Dawn Marie is. Because of what I just told you, Dawn's little Kronik buddies are going to be about as effective as wet paper come match time. Then, after I get through with her, Kanye West won't have any more songs to write about her.

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}Wait....Kanye wrote a song about her?

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}He sure did. An aptly named title, I might add.

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}What is it?

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Ever hear of a little ditty named Golddigger? Written about Dawn.

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}No kidding. I had no idea.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}It describes her to a t, I think. But, enough about Dawn. She and the rest of the women in this match need to realize that the TRUE number one contender is me and WHEN I win, I will make sure that when I fight the champ, that it's a match for the ages.

{The Rebellious Bombshell Ashley Massaro}Well said.

{The Canadian Princess Trish Stratus}Thank you.

*~*Trish and Ashley continue their discussion as the scene fades out to black.*~*