CHAPTER #1: APEX

 

The room is buzzing. Media personalities from all over the world are gathered together in one room. There are some who appear to be impatient, but such is life. You can't always please everyone. The chatter would soon die down as the double doors swing open and in trots the main interest: Kenny Omega. He scans the room much like a lion scans his territory. He is the predator and they are the prey. He would be gallant by the flashing of photography as he walks over, and sits before them.

 

KENNY OMEGA: Kon'nichiwa. Honjitsu wa go sanka itadaki arigatōgozaimasu. Hello and thank you all for joining me here today. I know this came together on such short notice, but it warms my heart to see all of your faces here now. For those who are unaware of who I am, please allow me to introduce myself. I have been referred to as The Best Bout Machine, The Cleaner, and other fun monikers, but boiled down to granular level, I am Kenny Omega.

 

Kenny would pause. His elbows would flex and then relax as they become more comfortable resting on the table before him.

 

KENNY OMEGA: Now, for the reason I called you all here. Over the past few months I have kept a close eye on the World Wrestling Experience. I would say the majority of my days have been spent sitting in front of a television screen consuming anything and everything WWEx related. I could say that I am a fan, but I feel that would be disingenuous to how I feel. WWEx as a whole has a lot going for it, but it is also lacking in the most important category. It is a personal belief of mine that the only thing keeping WWEx afloat is the foundation known as APEX. This isn't meant as disrespect to others who work hard in the company, but the caliber of Apex is unmatched. Even then it is missing a single ingredient that I believe is crucial for the survival and growth of any brand... Me. That is why at the upcoming Apex pay-per-view OVERDRIVE, I will be entering into the Apex Heritage Invitational Battle Royal.

 

The cameras flashes intensify. The media goes into a frenzy hurling questions at Kenny. He would motion for them to settle and just as children in a classroom would do when the teacher does the same, the room goes quiet.

 

KENNY OMEGA: I am sure there are many questions to be asked, but I can only answer to one. I chose this opportunity because I believe I am what is desparately needed to make this company succeed. Not for my own self indulgence, but for the sanctity of professional wrestling. I am willing to accept my role and understand that it will not come without hard work, dedication, and some heartache. I am impressed by what I've seen thus far in Apex, but I know that I can make it better. My first assignment to bring prosperity to Apex is to become the number one contender to the Heritage Championship. I don't know who I will face, I'm not certain on the obstacles I will have to overcome, but it will be done. In turn, my opponents will have to overcome many obstacles of their own. Not only will they have to battle physically in the ring, but they will also struggle mentally to slow me down. It will not be enough to stop me, however.

 

More of the media would come unglued from their phones, pens and pads, and their cameras to try to catch Kenny's attention. He would again lean forward onto his elbows, inching closer to the microphone.

 

KENNY OMEGA: Nzo or Tyler Breeze have the dinstinct honor in being named the first ever Heritage Champion. Which is usually regarded as the most important bit of history for a Championship belt, but it won't be here. That's because I, Kenny Omega, will have the pleasure shortly after to make them a former Champion. Both men are great athletes in their own right, but I am the best bout machine. I am the conductor of this beautiful orchestra. I am not afraid nor am I deterred of the competition that is before me. I will ensure victory however the wind blows. I adapt and I overcome. I will help WWEx get to its Apex. I ask you all to join me. Believe in my cause.

 

He would then stand up and hover over the microphone. His eyes barely visible as his bleached silver hair covers his face. He leans into the microphone, light breaths can be heard, and he would grip his hand around the base of the microphone stand.

 

KENNY OMEGA: Sekai o kaeru. I am here to change the world. I will not stop until it's done.

 

He then shoots up into a standing pose. He would form a gun with his thumb and fore finger. Hovering it in the air. He proves that he doesn't need a microphone to speak as he shouts to the high heavens.

 

KENNY OMEGA: So, until then I bid you all ado... Goodbye. SMOOCH.

 

He would kiss the barrel of the gun before extending it out towards the media.

 

KENNY OMEGA: And goodnight. BANG.

 

The shot heard round the world and just like that it's over. He would hang his head and drops his arm. The sound of camera shutters takes over the sound in the room. He slowly raises his head before turning ,and exiting the room the same way he came in. The media begin shout questions at him again, but they fall on deaf ears as he disappears through the doorway.

 

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