Post by EZRA on May 16, 2010 7:09:22 GMT -5
Well.. well.. well.. It looks as if the band is even closer to getting back together. Xavier and Marek reunited in an unexpected turn of events. Does this mean they are headed back to the U.S. of A? We shall see. What about these Kristoff and Nikolle characters? What is their purpose? We shall see. Seems like this David guy is going to have his hands full. We shall see. And what about Scarlet? How is she going to handle so many people coming back into Ezekiel’s life? Will she revert back to the psycho lady or will she follow this new ‘God heals’ path? Stay tund, folks because like I said a few times already: We shall see.[/i]
The scene opens similar to where we left off, with David sitting in the chair next to Ezekiel’s bed and of course the TV is on some random religious show thanks to Scarlet. Ezekiel seems to be asleep but David talks anyway.
“I’ve heard a lot about you, kid.” David says, forearms resting on his knee’s, not even looking at Zeke while he talks. “You’re a tough little bastard. I guess that’s why they call you ‘Iron Man’. Well, I am sure we will have plenty of time to get to know each other. Xavier has assigned me as your guardian or some shit like that. Anyways, sleep good now because once you can move around easier, things are only going to get harder.”
David gets up out of the chair and his eye catches the TV. He picks up the remote and flips it off.
“That shit is gonna warp your mind, bro. Gotta talk to Scarlet about that.”
David then leaves the room as the scene fades. We open back up to Xavier’s apartment and we see Kristoff and Nikolle sitting at the breakfast table, eating toast and sipping on some orange juice. The phone rings and Kristoff answers.
“Hello?” he says, with raspy, aged voice. “No, he has not returned yet. .. His flight arrives in an hour or so. .. Okay, then. May I ask who is calling? .. Oh, your voice definitely sounds different over the phone, David. .. Do not chastise me, young man. Respect your elders, boy. .. Do you kiss your mother with that mouth? .. That is just disgusting. .. There is no need to pass along this message, boy. Xavier is going straight to the hospital from the airport. .. No, me and Nikolle are going to finish the training regiment we have planned for Ezekiel once he finally gets unhooked from those damn machines. .. Yes, yes, I know. .. Alright, goodbye.”
Kristoff hangs up the phone and shakes off a bit of agitation as he takes a sip of his orange juice and wipes his beard with a napkin.
“Don’t let him get on your nerves.” Nikolle says, smiling. “He is just a playful young boy.”
“You can not call him young, dear. You are the same age.”
“Physically, yes. Spiritually, no. But, like I said, don’t let him get to you.”
“Easy for you to say. He likes you. I see the way he looks at you. It is disgusting.”
Nikolle gets a shocked look on her face.
“It’s disgusting for a man to have an attraction to me?”
Kristoff puts his hands up in protest.
“Do not twist my words, Nikolle. That is not what I meant.”
Nikolle smiles.
“You’re too easy to agitate, old man.”
Kristoff sighs and finishes off his orange juice and gets up from the table.
“Well, young lady, you finish up and I am going to go put together another video for Ezekiel. Did you plan out your regiment for him already?”
Nikolle nods and she chews her food and swallows before answering.
“Yes I did. Once he makes his return, his opponents are going to begging for him to back down. He is going to be a lethal weapon, Kristoff. Xavier will be proud.”
Kristoff smiles before turning and walking out of the room as the scene fades. We open up back to the hospital and we see Ezekiel sitting reclined in his bed, awake at the current moment. Scarlet walks into the room and sits next to the bed. She sets her hand on Zeke’s and he acknowledges by looking at her hand then back to the television.
“They’re are going to bring in some food, Zekey.” Scarlet said with a smile. “It isn’t like the Jello or other soft stuff you’ve been eating. They want to see if you can eat real food.”
Ezekiel softly nods as the door opens again and in walks a nurse with a tray of food followed by Dr. Mavetti. He looks towards Scarlet with a scowl but speaks in a pleasant tone towards Ezekiel.
“Hello, Ezekiel. It is good to see you awake.” says the Doc while he flips through a clipboard. “Like the young lady said, we are going to try and give you some different food today to see if your throat is still healing. You’ve been able to talk a little bit, right?”
Ezekiel nods slightly in agreement.
“Good. That’s good news. Speaking of good news, I hear your brother will be arriving tonight and is going to coming here to see you.”
Ezekiel smiles weakly.
“Scarlet told me.” he manages to rasp out. “Very good news.”
Dr. Mavetti smiles broadly, almost like a father watching their son walk for the first time.
“Yes, very good indeed. He is bringing Marek along with him. Both men have returned from Japan.”
Ezekiel’s eyes grow big. Obviously he was not expecting to see Marek.
“Marek? He’s back.”
“Yes. He will be with Xavier when they arrive later. That boy David will be here as well.”
“David.” he says, seeming confused. “Who is David?”
“Oh, you must’ve been asleep when here was in here. It is okay. You’ll meet him soon enough.”
The Doc then turns back towards the door as the nurse takes the top off the food tray. Scarlet adjusts the bed so Ezekiel is sitting up as the scene fades. We open up to the inside of a car. Xavier’s is in the driver’s seat and Marek in the passenger seat. Marek seems to be staring at Xavier. After looking at him a few times, Xavier finally acknowledges Marek’s awkward staring.
“Dude, I know you missed me, but enough is enough.” Xavier says, jokingly. “Knock it off. I’m starting to think you like me or something.”
Marek is still silent for a moment or two before replying back to him. “You saved my life. I owe you my life.”
“Well, well,well. He finally speaks. First off, your English has improved immensely. Second, You would have done the same for me, kid.”
“I knew one day that I would get back to you and Ezekiel but I did not believe it would be under the circumstances of you risking your life.”
“You’re making a big deal out of nothing, kid. Just focus on the fact that we are about to see Ezekiel for the first in a long time.”
“Yes. Yes, that is a good thing to focus on.” Marek replied with a smile as the scene fades.The scene opens up back to the hospital room. Obviously, Ezekiel is done eating and David and Scarlet are both in the room. Ezekiel is back asleep, and David is looking up at the TV which is currently playing ‘The Sopranos’.
“Why do you constantly put on shows like this, David?”said Scarlet, with disgust in her tone. “What he needs is shows about healing and miracles, not gangsters with guns.”
David smiles, trying to ignore her constant nagging.
“Are you listening to me? Hello? Hello!” Scarlet screams at David, trying to get his attention as the door opens and in walks Xavier. David jumps out of his seat quickly and hugs him.
“Oh, thank God, you’re here.” he says before releasing the hug. “If I had to take anymore Benny Hinn or ‘Touched By an Angel’ I was going to hang myself.
“Glad to see you too, bro.” replied Xavier, laughing slightly. “How is he?” he says, while walking over to the bedside, eyeing Scarlet but then putting his attention on Ezekiel.
“Scarlet here says he actually ate real food today so that’s a step. He’s just sleeping now, nothing special. Doc Mavetti says he is amazed at how fast he is improving.”
“That’s because of the prayers and healing he see’s on the television.” Scarlet quickly blurted out. “Why can’t you understand that, David?”
David kind of chuckles and Scarlet opens her mouth to scream at him but Xavier interrupts her.
“Relax, Scarlet. I realize you car a lot about Ezekiel but right now it isn’t girlfriend time. It’s my time and since there is hard feelings between us I am going to ask you to leave. Don’t argue. Just leave. Okay? You can come back later when I am no longer here.”
Scarlet sighs but leaves without argument. Marek smiles with approval before sitting down next to Ezekiel’s bed. Xavier and David make eye contact and quietly leave the room. This is the first time Ezekiel and Marek had been in the same room since they lost the tag team titles to Hiroshima over a year ago. Marek sits silently for a moment, contemplating what to say. Marek opens his mouth to say something but stops. He gets up from his seat and looks back at Ezekiel.
“I am sorry, brother.”
Marek then heads towards the door and is greeted by David as he walks out.
“Everything cool, my man?” David asks. “Sure was a short talk.”
Marek nods slightly as he answers. “I don’t think I am ready to talk. It may take some time.”
“Alright. No worries. We’re all patient here. Take your time.”
“Thank you. I am going to head back to the house.”
David nods before turning to Xavier. “Is he always so somber?”
“He’s a different person than the rest of us. He’s been through a mess. Kid was orphaned when he was 14 and lived on his own merits til I found him in a boxing gym in Philly. He’s still coming into his own.”
“Makes sense. Eh, you seen that little tramp running around?”
“Scarlet? Naw. Do me a favor and track her down.”
“No problem, dude.”
Xavier heads into the room as David goes down the hall looking for Scarlet. He walks towards the TV and pops in a tape into the aged VCR.
“What’s that?” Xavier turns to see that Ezekiel is awake.
“Hey, kid. How long you been awake?”
“Not long.”
“Marek was here but you were asleep so he headed home. Anyways, I want to ask you a question. No matter the answer it doesn’t change anything. Are you interested in coming back to wrestling when you heal?”
“Yes. I want revenge.”
“Makes perfect sense, kid. But, don’t focus on that rat bastard just yet. A couple of friends of mine made you a little something. It’ll help change your style a bit if you’re interested.”
Ezekiel nods in agreement before Xavier hits the play button on the VCR and the first thing that pops up are the words “Muay Thai 101“ and then the scene fades. We open up a moment later to David walking down the halls looking for Scarlet. He turns the corner to see her on the phone, her back turned to him. He pauses trying to figure out who she is talking to. Suddenly she turns around and see’s him.
“Oh, shit. I gotta go.” she says and she quickly hangs up the phone. “Are you following me, asshole?”
David chuckles at her insult. “I’m just doing as I am told, girly. You’re not on good terms with my boy Xavier so he asked me to keep eyes on you. Make sure you don’t pull anymore tricks.”
“Don’t worry about me, David. I’m a big girl, I can take care of myself.”
She goes to walk by David but he grabs her arm.
“Who were you talking to, sweets?”
She tries to pull her arm away but David has a grip.
“It isn’t any of your business, now get your hands off of me.”
She jerks away and David pulls back and puts her quickly but gently against the wall. His face is so close to hers that if they didn’t hate each other, it might almost be sexual.
“Listen closely. I am sure you’ve heard these words before but take them straight to heart. I got nothing to lose. No parents, no kids, no family, no pets. If Xavier so much as hints to the fact that he wants you gone, it will be. Stay in line and quit this sneaking around shit. You may not know any history on me but as well as a ex-wrestler, I am a loyally wicked friend to Xavier and word comes for you to vansh, I will not hesitate.”
David lets go of her and steps back as she trembles against the wall.
“Now get the fuck out of here.” he spits. She doesn’t move to he tells her again. “GET THE FUCK OUT OF HERE!”
She runs off quickly as a sinsiter smile carves into David’s face and then the scene fades.
The scene opens similar to where we left off, with David sitting in the chair next to Ezekiel’s bed and of course the TV is on some random religious show thanks to Scarlet. Ezekiel seems to be asleep but David talks anyway.
“I’ve heard a lot about you, kid.” David says, forearms resting on his knee’s, not even looking at Zeke while he talks. “You’re a tough little bastard. I guess that’s why they call you ‘Iron Man’. Well, I am sure we will have plenty of time to get to know each other. Xavier has assigned me as your guardian or some shit like that. Anyways, sleep good now because once you can move around easier, things are only going to get harder.”
David gets up out of the chair and his eye catches the TV. He picks up the remote and flips it off.
“That shit is gonna warp your mind, bro. Gotta talk to Scarlet about that.”
David then leaves the room as the scene fades. We open back up to Xavier’s apartment and we see Kristoff and Nikolle sitting at the breakfast table, eating toast and sipping on some orange juice. The phone rings and Kristoff answers.
“Hello?” he says, with raspy, aged voice. “No, he has not returned yet. .. His flight arrives in an hour or so. .. Okay, then. May I ask who is calling? .. Oh, your voice definitely sounds different over the phone, David. .. Do not chastise me, young man. Respect your elders, boy. .. Do you kiss your mother with that mouth? .. That is just disgusting. .. There is no need to pass along this message, boy. Xavier is going straight to the hospital from the airport. .. No, me and Nikolle are going to finish the training regiment we have planned for Ezekiel once he finally gets unhooked from those damn machines. .. Yes, yes, I know. .. Alright, goodbye.”
Kristoff hangs up the phone and shakes off a bit of agitation as he takes a sip of his orange juice and wipes his beard with a napkin.
“Don’t let him get on your nerves.” Nikolle says, smiling. “He is just a playful young boy.”
“You can not call him young, dear. You are the same age.”
“Physically, yes. Spiritually, no. But, like I said, don’t let him get to you.”
“Easy for you to say. He likes you. I see the way he looks at you. It is disgusting.”
Nikolle gets a shocked look on her face.
“It’s disgusting for a man to have an attraction to me?”
Kristoff puts his hands up in protest.
“Do not twist my words, Nikolle. That is not what I meant.”
Nikolle smiles.
“You’re too easy to agitate, old man.”
Kristoff sighs and finishes off his orange juice and gets up from the table.
“Well, young lady, you finish up and I am going to go put together another video for Ezekiel. Did you plan out your regiment for him already?”
Nikolle nods and she chews her food and swallows before answering.
“Yes I did. Once he makes his return, his opponents are going to begging for him to back down. He is going to be a lethal weapon, Kristoff. Xavier will be proud.”
Kristoff smiles before turning and walking out of the room as the scene fades. We open up back to the hospital and we see Ezekiel sitting reclined in his bed, awake at the current moment. Scarlet walks into the room and sits next to the bed. She sets her hand on Zeke’s and he acknowledges by looking at her hand then back to the television.
“They’re are going to bring in some food, Zekey.” Scarlet said with a smile. “It isn’t like the Jello or other soft stuff you’ve been eating. They want to see if you can eat real food.”
Ezekiel softly nods as the door opens again and in walks a nurse with a tray of food followed by Dr. Mavetti. He looks towards Scarlet with a scowl but speaks in a pleasant tone towards Ezekiel.
“Hello, Ezekiel. It is good to see you awake.” says the Doc while he flips through a clipboard. “Like the young lady said, we are going to try and give you some different food today to see if your throat is still healing. You’ve been able to talk a little bit, right?”
Ezekiel nods slightly in agreement.
“Good. That’s good news. Speaking of good news, I hear your brother will be arriving tonight and is going to coming here to see you.”
Ezekiel smiles weakly.
“Scarlet told me.” he manages to rasp out. “Very good news.”
Dr. Mavetti smiles broadly, almost like a father watching their son walk for the first time.
“Yes, very good indeed. He is bringing Marek along with him. Both men have returned from Japan.”
Ezekiel’s eyes grow big. Obviously he was not expecting to see Marek.
“Marek? He’s back.”
“Yes. He will be with Xavier when they arrive later. That boy David will be here as well.”
“David.” he says, seeming confused. “Who is David?”
“Oh, you must’ve been asleep when here was in here. It is okay. You’ll meet him soon enough.”
The Doc then turns back towards the door as the nurse takes the top off the food tray. Scarlet adjusts the bed so Ezekiel is sitting up as the scene fades. We open up to the inside of a car. Xavier’s is in the driver’s seat and Marek in the passenger seat. Marek seems to be staring at Xavier. After looking at him a few times, Xavier finally acknowledges Marek’s awkward staring.
“Dude, I know you missed me, but enough is enough.” Xavier says, jokingly. “Knock it off. I’m starting to think you like me or something.”
Marek is still silent for a moment or two before replying back to him. “You saved my life. I owe you my life.”
“Well, well,well. He finally speaks. First off, your English has improved immensely. Second, You would have done the same for me, kid.”
“I knew one day that I would get back to you and Ezekiel but I did not believe it would be under the circumstances of you risking your life.”
“You’re making a big deal out of nothing, kid. Just focus on the fact that we are about to see Ezekiel for the first in a long time.”
“Yes. Yes, that is a good thing to focus on.” Marek replied with a smile as the scene fades.The scene opens up back to the hospital room. Obviously, Ezekiel is done eating and David and Scarlet are both in the room. Ezekiel is back asleep, and David is looking up at the TV which is currently playing ‘The Sopranos’.
“Why do you constantly put on shows like this, David?”said Scarlet, with disgust in her tone. “What he needs is shows about healing and miracles, not gangsters with guns.”
David smiles, trying to ignore her constant nagging.
“Are you listening to me? Hello? Hello!” Scarlet screams at David, trying to get his attention as the door opens and in walks Xavier. David jumps out of his seat quickly and hugs him.
“Oh, thank God, you’re here.” he says before releasing the hug. “If I had to take anymore Benny Hinn or ‘Touched By an Angel’ I was going to hang myself.
“Glad to see you too, bro.” replied Xavier, laughing slightly. “How is he?” he says, while walking over to the bedside, eyeing Scarlet but then putting his attention on Ezekiel.
“Scarlet here says he actually ate real food today so that’s a step. He’s just sleeping now, nothing special. Doc Mavetti says he is amazed at how fast he is improving.”
“That’s because of the prayers and healing he see’s on the television.” Scarlet quickly blurted out. “Why can’t you understand that, David?”
David kind of chuckles and Scarlet opens her mouth to scream at him but Xavier interrupts her.
“Relax, Scarlet. I realize you car a lot about Ezekiel but right now it isn’t girlfriend time. It’s my time and since there is hard feelings between us I am going to ask you to leave. Don’t argue. Just leave. Okay? You can come back later when I am no longer here.”
Scarlet sighs but leaves without argument. Marek smiles with approval before sitting down next to Ezekiel’s bed. Xavier and David make eye contact and quietly leave the room. This is the first time Ezekiel and Marek had been in the same room since they lost the tag team titles to Hiroshima over a year ago. Marek sits silently for a moment, contemplating what to say. Marek opens his mouth to say something but stops. He gets up from his seat and looks back at Ezekiel.
“I am sorry, brother.”
Marek then heads towards the door and is greeted by David as he walks out.
“Everything cool, my man?” David asks. “Sure was a short talk.”
Marek nods slightly as he answers. “I don’t think I am ready to talk. It may take some time.”
“Alright. No worries. We’re all patient here. Take your time.”
“Thank you. I am going to head back to the house.”
David nods before turning to Xavier. “Is he always so somber?”
“He’s a different person than the rest of us. He’s been through a mess. Kid was orphaned when he was 14 and lived on his own merits til I found him in a boxing gym in Philly. He’s still coming into his own.”
“Makes sense. Eh, you seen that little tramp running around?”
“Scarlet? Naw. Do me a favor and track her down.”
“No problem, dude.”
Xavier heads into the room as David goes down the hall looking for Scarlet. He walks towards the TV and pops in a tape into the aged VCR.
“What’s that?” Xavier turns to see that Ezekiel is awake.
“Hey, kid. How long you been awake?”
“Not long.”
“Marek was here but you were asleep so he headed home. Anyways, I want to ask you a question. No matter the answer it doesn’t change anything. Are you interested in coming back to wrestling when you heal?”
“Yes. I want revenge.”
“Makes perfect sense, kid. But, don’t focus on that rat bastard just yet. A couple of friends of mine made you a little something. It’ll help change your style a bit if you’re interested.”
Ezekiel nods in agreement before Xavier hits the play button on the VCR and the first thing that pops up are the words “Muay Thai 101“ and then the scene fades. We open up a moment later to David walking down the halls looking for Scarlet. He turns the corner to see her on the phone, her back turned to him. He pauses trying to figure out who she is talking to. Suddenly she turns around and see’s him.
“Oh, shit. I gotta go.” she says and she quickly hangs up the phone. “Are you following me, asshole?”
David chuckles at her insult. “I’m just doing as I am told, girly. You’re not on good terms with my boy Xavier so he asked me to keep eyes on you. Make sure you don’t pull anymore tricks.”
“Don’t worry about me, David. I’m a big girl, I can take care of myself.”
She goes to walk by David but he grabs her arm.
“Who were you talking to, sweets?”
She tries to pull her arm away but David has a grip.
“It isn’t any of your business, now get your hands off of me.”
She jerks away and David pulls back and puts her quickly but gently against the wall. His face is so close to hers that if they didn’t hate each other, it might almost be sexual.
“Listen closely. I am sure you’ve heard these words before but take them straight to heart. I got nothing to lose. No parents, no kids, no family, no pets. If Xavier so much as hints to the fact that he wants you gone, it will be. Stay in line and quit this sneaking around shit. You may not know any history on me but as well as a ex-wrestler, I am a loyally wicked friend to Xavier and word comes for you to vansh, I will not hesitate.”
David lets go of her and steps back as she trembles against the wall.
“Now get the fuck out of here.” he spits. She doesn’t move to he tells her again. “GET THE FUCK OUT OF HERE!”
She runs off quickly as a sinsiter smile carves into David’s face and then the scene fades.