[Coming back from commercial, we find the Mexican Convict still standing between "The 4 Towers", his huge body heaving from the last match. Leandro sets his bloodshot eyes across the ring, to see his own manager, Jimmy Pez, applauding his client with a proud smile across his sneaky face. Jimmy nods his head, as The Beast looks out to the sea of fans, still cheering for him...]
-][-Clash-][- Leandro looks to have a lot of support here in Jacksonville!
-][-Black-][- The big man's got a lot of support everywhere he goes, Clash..
-][-Clash-][- And that's something I just can't understand.
-][-Black-][- Yeah, along with how to impress women--
-][-Clash-][- Tell me, if he's so wonderful how come he hasn't even noticed "Big" Ed Johnson stepping into the ring yet?
[At that moment, as if on cue, Leandro twists his head around and his eyes look down upon this. Ed Johnson raises his eyebrows in caution, and brings his hands in front of him shouting 'Hey, hey! Relax!!' Much to the fans delight, El Mexicano Condena storms over, but is quickly stopped by Jimmy Pez... Jimmy looks like a midget compared to the towering Beast! Leandro takes a few steps back, but never takes his eyes off Ed Johnson, who has now exited the ring!]
-][-Black-][- Hah.. Run, Johnson, run for your life!
-][-Clash-][- Ed Johnson, I've just been told has come down for an in-ring interview! But, right now I think the words "in-ring" aren't in his vocabulary!
-][-Black-][- He better wait till the Beast calms down, Clash..
[Ed Johnson backs up onto the ramp a little bit, his eyes still wide with fear.. The Mexican Convict paces back and forth inside the ring, like a caged animal, his bloodshot eyes still on Johnson. Jimmy Pez takes a minute to speak some sense into his client, before turning back to Ed and calling him inside. Johnson slowly but surely makes his way up the steps, still keeping his saucer-like eyes on Leandro's crazed expression! In the distance of the arena we hear some faint "LEANDRO! LEANDRO!" chants as Johnson cautiously steps under the ropes]
-][-Black-][- What do you know? Beneath that slimy exterior, Ed Johnson actually has some courage!
-][-Clash-][- Hey! You can't talk about our "Assistant" Assistant Manager like that!
-][-Black-][- Well, I'm pretty sure I just did!
[Jimmy Pez makes a point to stand between his client and Ed Johnson, as Ed slowly raises a mic to his face. Still looking at Leandro, he speaks to Jimmy..]
-][-Ed Johnson-][- Is he under control now? 'Cause I wanna start this thing..
[The fans all cheer as The Beast suddenly flinches at Ed Johnson, causing the "Assistant" Assistant Manager to jump back, startled! Somewhat reminiscent of a recent Gutter Rat promo, Ed notices a wicked smirk begin to curl at Leandro's lip.. Johnson shakes his head, hearing the fans laughter. Jimmy Pez is quick to patch things up, and stop the games...]
-][-Pez-][- Yeah, my friend... We're about as ready as we're gonna get here.
[Ed Johnson refrains from looking directly at the Beast now, intent on getting through this interview... and not getting under the skin of this monster. He has his attention on Jimmy now, who is standing proudly in front of his enormous client, awaiting the questions...]
-][-Ed Johnson-][- Alright, Jimmy... Let me ask you something that many fans want to know. What are your thoughts on the unfinished feud between your client, Leandro and "The Enervator" Steven Douglas.
[We hear a mixed reaction at the mention of MWF's last Television Champion, Steven Douglas. Mostly cheer, simply for the recognition and fame of the man. Jimmy answers, with a serious tone...]
-][-Pez-][- Steven Douglas... That's a name I will never forget. And just like that, Ed, what started between El Mexicano Condena and The Enervator is something that cannot just be forgotten. The intensity between these two men, the similarity but the extreme contrast... That was something you can't ignore. Steven Douglas is gone now... But one day he will be back. And that day will mark the rebirth of this battle. That day will see the furious Beast, and the malicious Enervator, reach back into history and continue what was started before the MWF! Continue what was started before any of us even knew these two prisoners.. The day will come, Ed. It�s far from over yet...
[The crowd rumble, obviously wanting to see the end of the incomplete feud. Ed Johnson nods his head, still not looking up towards the Beast. He fires away his next question...]
-][-Ed Johnson-][- I didn't see that coming, Jimmy... Now, I know that your client had a short but very impressive run in the MWF. Capturing the Xtreme Championship, remaining undefeated along with other goals... But the real question is, what are your goals for Leandro's career with the Next Level Revolution?
-][-Pez-][- Well, that�s very simple, Ed... Continue the wake of destruction, keep paving that vicious warpath. The Mexican Convict has already picked up where he left off, he has already proved himself as worthy as any man on the roster.. Your Uncle Jimmy guarantees you walk back into that locker room, and every damn person back there will know The Beast's name! They have seen his carnivorous destruction, they have seen his unstoppable power.. And you're out here asking me his goals? El Mexicano Condena's only goal is to remain undefeated, climbing over all of those fallen bodies to the damn top, his bloody claws wrapped around the National Championship!
[The fans get loud, cheering wildly for Leandro, as Jimmy riles them up with his energetic speech! Johnson turns his head left and right, listening to the crowd roar.. The Beast lowers his head down, mumbling to himself in Spanish as his manager continues...]
-][-Pez-][- And right now, Ed Johnson... That "goal" doesn't look to be too far away, my friend! Not one damn soul can argue with that!
[The fans continue to buzz, but "Big" Ed Johnson is quick to cut them off, with his loud and attention-demanding voice]
-][-Ed Johnson-][- Ok, Jimmy... I only have one more question for you. With the entire roster back there, listening to every word you are saying, there are probably a fair few that are thinking, "I could take him out". So, if you had your choice... Who would your client like to face inside "The 4 Towers"?
[The crowd starts to make some noise, shouting out various names of NLR superstars. Jimmy Pez raises a hand and speaks in his whiny voice..]
-][-Pez-][- For those of you out the back, believing you have what it takes to defeat the undefeated... Step right up, and try your luck! The Mexican Convict does not back down from any challenge, mark my words. But of course if it were up to me... There are some impressive men on the roster, and of course some damn embarrassments to the NLR. They should know who they are, and if they don't... Well, it doesn't matter, because we sure-as-hell recognise the ass-clowns! However, the marked man himself... Mike Miller has already been chosen as the Beast's next prey. And unfortunately for him, his time may be up very soon�
-][-Ed Johnson-][- Ok, ok... Now, I know I said that was the last question... But there was something else... Something a bit more "personal" that I wanted to ask your client.
[The fans rumble, as Leandro's head slowly rises up to stare down into the face of Ed Johnson. "Big" Ed who doesn't look so "Big" right now. Ed does the dramatic gulp, but continues nonetheless, staring into the scarred, furious face of The Beast!]
-][-Ed Johnson-][- I know you spent a lot of time in prison over your life, Leandro... And the question I want to ask, has to do with a certain 'jail rumour' involving prison showers and--
[Before Ed can even finish his sentence, the massive frame of El Mexicano Condena rushes forward like a crazed bear! The fans get loud as Leandro sends Johnson flying across the ring with a heavy push against the chest! "Big" Ed Johnson's face twists with pain, as he rolls out of the ring, clutching his ribs... The Beast looks to follow, but Jimmy Pez gets in front of him and pushes the big man back. It takes his entire force, pushing against the stomach of Leandro, but he does the job..]
-][-Clash-][- Holy hell! The Mexican Convict just floored our "Assistant" Assistant Manager!
-][-Black-][- Well, he deserved it! I'd push that creep down if I had the chance!
-][-Clash-][- Leandro is a damn maniac, lets get security down here..
[Ed Johnson stumbles up the ramp, getting away from The Beast as fast as his stumpy legs will take him. The crowd cheers for Leandro, as Jimmy still struggles to hold him back... Johnson hurries up the ramp, yelling back at El Mexicano Condena furiously! One arm clutches his stomach, as the other points at The Beast. The camera picks up his shouting, over the rumbling crowd...]
-][-Ed Johnson-][- You'll get yours, Leandro!! Oh, you'll get yours!! I'll see to it!
[The last images we see are of Leandro now settling back, staring intensely up the ramp at Ed Johnson. He paces like that caged creature that he is, his huge fists tightening. Johnson continues to scream threats from the top stage, as we cut backstage to the GM�s office. Scotty is sat with a huge grin on his face just before NLR goes to another commercial.]
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