Post by Dave Rydell on Apr 17, 2021 14:00:26 GMT -5
Part 1
Dave is driving down the road in his truck. He’s got the music going while he just unwinds. He often does this on his own to clear his head. A lot of times this is his post match ritual. Just hit the open road for an hour or so and let the thoughts work themselves out. They get jumbled up, like usual, but they work themselves out in the end. They reach the desired path.
”The team got the win. I guess that’s what counts. How we managed to actually do some good things… it’s a shock to me. But we did it.
I have to wonder, is Donovan actually going to try and build something here?
What’s Hide’s next move?
What’s my next move?
Is it time to push the issue? Do I really force myself into the picture? Or do I sit back and wait for the right moment for it to come together?
No one did ever get anywhere by waiting.
Fuck.
It’s been a few weeks and a I still haven’t heard from Angie.
Sloane has the World Title and I know I can beat her. I’ve done it before.
But honestly, what is the point when the company is under siege?
Incursion is a big deal.
I can’t believe Donovan thought I was just going to go through the motions. That son of a bitch.
By the way, where the fuck is Duncan? Someone who wanted to build a team, just vanishes. Whatever. He had his chance. Fuck him. We had a legitimate shot to build something. He can stay gone for all I care.
The World Title… it’s everything as far as this career is concerned.
Mary… she is everything.
I need to make a big decision here. I need to decide what’s more important.
I can’t compartmentalize anymore. Or maybe I can. Maybe I can keep it separated enough to actually get what I want.
I want… I need them both. I need the World Title. Because then, only then… I will be able to accomplish everything I’ve ever set out to do in this career. I can retire and I can give Mary the dream life. Whatever she wants. Build a future together.
If I can just talk to her. Will she understand? Will she accept what I have to do?
Will I be able to accept what I have to do?
Fuck.
And Donovan! What the hell is his problem? He knows what we can do. We’ve done it. We can do it again. Is it me who has to accept something? Or is it him?
Sometimes this shit sucks. Sometimes it doesn’t.
We just need to protect our house at Incursion. That’s the main goal. Protect this house.
Great, now Hank is calling me. What does he want?
I’ll call him back.
I need to get on track.
Prioritize.
First things first. Incursion. Barricade the door.
Second. See if Angie has talked to Mary.
Third. It’s time to go after the World Title.
But the first item? Protect our house.”
Dave keeps on driving and continues to ensure his priorities are in order. Just as he just listed them in his mind.
Part 2
Set up in the studio, Hank is in the production booth with his mic ready to go. Dave is in the studio, ready to rock. Hank gives him the countdown and the mics are live.
Dave: Welcome back. This is the Dave Rydell Podcast. Last time we were here we had a full house. Things got a bit out of hand. But to the victor goes the spoils. Donovan, Hide, and myself found a way to get the win. Everyone played a part. Distractions, decimation, destruction. Victory.
A few things to note. Tempest is a fickle son of a bitch. First he wants to back you, then he wants to play you. But then, he publicly states that he wants to assist, and then thrashes you on the ramp. I see what you’re doing, you devilish clown. And it isn’t going to work. Fortunately for you, you aren’t the biggest issue of mine right now.
Donovan… when are you going to understand what I’m trying to do? It’s all about success. I want to build something here with you and I and you are just throwing away something that could be awesome. Something truly awesome. Perhaps when you see what I truly feel about the UGWC. You are going to see what I will do to protect this house. Our house. I have been here from the beginning, just like you. So the fact that you said what you said last week? That was bullshit and you know it.
Know this. I’m going to do whatever it takes. And anyone in this company who knows me, truly knows me… knows that I’m going to stay true to that. Angie Vaughn knows. KvK knows. Fear knows. So many people know what I’m capable of. Yet you still don’t trust me. You don’t trust that inside our house, yeah I can be an asshole. But this is OUR house. So come Incursion…those outsiders are going to fucking stay out.
I don’t care what newcomers to the company have done. They have done some great things too. But guess what? The argument that we can be a welcoming presence for those who want to jump on board? Fuck that. They earn their way around here just like everyone else. And now, we need to protect home.
There is a difference between people who have joined the team and those who are coming to try and use us for bragging rights. These fuckers we are fighting at Incursion are here for bragging rights. So, what are we going to do? We are going to fight. The problem is, we all need to get on the same page. And that isn’t going to happen unless differences can be put aside. Yet here lies the problem with me.
I’ve got issues with everyone.
Hank: How about Angel’s tweet to you?
Dave: Good call. I’ve been wanting to address that. Angel Dumourne… You’re a ridiculous little putz, ya know that? I’ve gotten bruises, scars, and everything in between from people lesser than you and worse than you. You got some lucky shots in. Just remember though… you took the hard loss.
However, I do need you to get your shit together. Because you may be new here, but I’m not going to let you be the reason this team loses. You or Carlson Rex. You two are representing the best damn wrestling company there is. So you need to bring every bit of your A game. That means when you can’t go anymore, dig deeper than you thought you could. And keep fucking going.
I’m not worried about Montague Cervantes and what he brings to the table. I know he’s here to fight. And he’s going to fight to preserve our house. Just like I know Donovan will alongside me.
This team of ours. This team of random talent just thrown together to be the face of this company. We are going against the team that Carnage Wrestling put together to try and beat us.
The team of Dominick Strife, Sebastian Hawke, Ragdoll, Zach van Owen, and Zack Tyler. That’s what Carnage Wrestling is giving us. Now I have done some research on them. They aren’t going to go down without a fight. So our absolute best is necessary. It is all that is necessary. We can’t be anything short of fucking perfect.
This fivesome isn’t going to take it easy on us. Which is why the five of us…Angel, Carlson, Donovan, and Montague… we need to come together. We need to join forces and put whatever bullshit differences we have on hold in order to win. Beause at the end of the day…at Incursion… if we lose, what does that make us?
Failures.
I’m not a failure. I know Donovan isn’t a failure. Or at least he isn’t a fan when he does.
Montague. Are you a failure?
Angel. Are you a failure?
Carlson. Are you a failure?
I give you shit. I give everyone shit. I give myself shit. We don’t want to fail. But the only way to succeed is to fail. So as far as this ten person co-operative match goes. Failure isn’t an option. We’ve all had our recent strings of losses and failures. On Monday, we cannot fail. We cannot lose.
So, to team UGWC. I ask you this. What are you prepared to do for our survival?
I know what I’m prepared to do.
So let’s get together. Let’s get this win. Let’s show Carnage Wrestling why they are only secondary to us. Let’s show them why the UGWC is the fucking best brand in this industry. And let’s send those sad sacks home, with their tails tucked between their legs.
Dave takes a moment and takes a sip of the water on the table.
Hank: Do you want to divulge person stuff today?
Dave: Why the hell would I do that?
Hank: Fuck, I don’t know. You kind of just do what you want.
Dave: Well, no.
Hank: Okay, figured I’d ask.
Dave: Silly question, Hank.
Hank: What about your pursuit of the World Title?
Dave: What about it?
Hank: Are you going to actually pursue it again? It’s been well over a year since you took a true run at it.
Dave: Well that’s because that old fuck, Bob, took up a lot of my time last year. But yes, eventually I will get back to it. I have some things to do.
Hank: Like what? What things, Dave?
Dave: Are you… what are you doing? I know what you’re doing. Stop it.
Hank: Talk to Angie lately?
Dave: Alright folks! Thank you for tuning in! We will see you next time. Make sure you check out Incursion where the UGWC will put the boots to Carnage Wrestling! Thank you all!
Dave signals for a cut and Hank smirks as he ends the stream. Dave takes off his headphones and just glares at Hank.
Hank: What?
Dave: Why you gotta do that?
Hank: Oh come on. It brings depth to the show. It brings you some fucking personality.
Dave: Hey! I’ve got personality.
Hank: Well I know that. But anyone who listens think you’ve got the personality of a shrub. But like, a dead shrub.
Dave: Whatever dude.
Hank: Hey did Tyler ever get back to you?
Dave: He’s out. So we need to put it up for sale. Highest number gets it. Let’s handle the paperwork after the pay per view.
Hank: You got it.
Dave: Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got somewhere to be.
Hank raises an eyebrow.
Hank: Her?
Dave: I’ve got to try.
Hank: Good luck.
Dave walks out of the studio after he and Hank shake hands. Hank sits down and starts working on the episode before processing. End.