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(The screen comes in on Jean Rabesque, but not in his usual setting, although it is close, right now Rabesque sits in a chair, over his left shoulder lays the CSWA Greensboro Title, a championship he currently holds, while on the other is a clearly legible rankings sheet from the NFW, which show Rabesque at the top of the standings and actually leading the entire company in points in quest for the Ultratitle, Rabesque looks at one.... then the other.... then back to the first before looking at our camera, smiling, and then speaking)
Rabesque: "I guess you were right Brody. I guess I only did come to NEW to search for a place that would actually take me, to find a home. Because, there is no other place that would be willing to take me, right? Because.... how did it go.... no one is willing to accept my tired act?
"Well, sure, I guess you can look at that way. I mean, it's not like I've beaten every name thrown at me as of late, names you can't fathom beaten Brody. It's not like I just got done main eventing a PPV of quite possibly the biggest promotion on the circuit. It's not like I just went overseas on an invitation from a company I don't even wrestle for, put on a sixty six minute ***** match, and received a standing ovation and stole the show from several legends of the sport. It's not like every single item of my merchandise sells off of stands quicker than it can get there.
"Or.......... is it Brody?
"If you want to talk current events Brody, I'll talk current events. I don't need to talk about matches from years gone by, I have plenty ammunition from the present day to last for hours. I was headlining the Tokyo Dome when you were in elementary school son. I paved the way so snot-nosed punks like you can make your way in and have the stage set for you. But where one would expect to hear praises of gratitude, we get the same old same old from Brody Hansen.
"You see Brody, you went out of your way to continually stress the point that I'm old and I'm blocking the way for the people of your generation to make it to the top. You used Hellion as an example, of how he's training the ‘new generation.' Let's get one thing abundantly clear Hansen. Hellion didn't leave to spread the joy to another group, Hellion left because he simply couldn't cut it anymore. He FLUKED into the Ultratitle and never did another damn thing other than gracefully throw the WWL World Title at my feet where it rightfully belonged. If Hellion could still wrestle, he would still be wrestling. The fact that he had to go into ‘training' says it all.
"This entire argument is really one of the most ridiculous things I've ever heard, and to be honest, I'm really pretty tired of hearing it. There is no glass ceiling for you Brody Hansen, and if you really think there is, then I have five words for you: BREAK THROUGH THE DAMN THING! The only reason you are where you are is because you have yet to prove you deserve otherwise. If you want to make it to the top, the break your way through dammit! There is no one stopping you, there is no one behind in the curtain in the land of Oz that magical determines all of this. It's simply you not getting the job done!
"So then allow me to ask one question of you Brody. Why should I get out of the way? There is NO ONE in this business right now that can outwrestle me. Many have tried, and every last one of them has failed. Trust me Brody, when the time comes that I can no longer get the job done, I will gladly step down, move out of the way, and let the folks who deserve it take their rightful spot. But I'm not, I repeat....NOT one of these has-been champions hanging on for dear life, clinging ONLY to things they I accomplished in the past. I'm still one of the most entertaining things they are going to see inside a ring.
"But still, after all this, the great Brody Hansen remains unimpressed. Unimpressed by my words Brody? I would certainly hope so, because I've said thousands of times before, my skill as an orator are hardly my best quality. If I had found someway to drastically impress you through my words, then I would honestly have to say I'd be a bit frightened.
"You see Brody, I solely get it done where it counts.... right inside that ring."
(Rabesque stops for a moment, smiles a knowing smile once again, and proceeds)
"But through it all Brody, I think I've figured out what's really irking you, even though I know you'll never admit it.
"Until just a few weeks ago, I'll be honest and admit that I had NEVER heard of you Brody. I couldn't have told you from Rupaul on the sidewalk. I really couldn't have. And if you walked out on the streets, I'd be hard-pressed to say the results would change much with the general populace. No one knows who the hell you are, and to be honest, no one cares.
"Now, you made that same argument about me Brody, about no one caring. But then I offer one suggestion for you. That very wrestling ring you were standing inside the last time you spoke. The next time you're there, I'll be standing right there with you. Pause for a moment and look out into the audience when you do that. Don't worry, I won't attack or anything. But look at the signs, look at the shirts, listen to the noise when I enter that ring. I think you'll quickly find out how much the people really do care.
"Why do they care so much? Because they know how much I care. You see Brody, the reason I'm still around has nothing to do with trying to hog the spotlight. In fact, I love to share the spotlight as much as possible. Look what I did for Christian Sands. I simply love the business Brody. I love to go out and perform and entertain people through my technical mastery. And as long as that fire still burns, I'm still going to be inside of a wrestling ring. People can see that, they can see the love, and they can feed off of it. That's exactly what they do.
"So you can spare me any other story you might have of how this dreaded lariat of yours is going to magically keep me down for the count. It simply is not going to happen. You can dream all you want, but your chances of beating me are going the same direction as the old man's career....
"Up in smoke.
"But despite everything else, I really feel I saved the best for last. Despite your nonsensical claims on my being in wrestling, and especially the NEW. Despite the exaggerated opinion you have of yourself, everything can be summed up in just one sentence. Cue the tape boys....."
(CUTTO: A clip from Brody Hansen's latest promo)
Hansen: "I don't have to face someone who thinks he better then me this time. No...I'm actually facing someone who BELIEVES he's better then me."
(CUTTO: Rabesque.... a large smile on his face)
Rabesque: "Now, I'm not exactly sure what that means, but I guess I can't argue with it. Deep Brody, real deep there. Unfortunately, not as deep as the hole you're going to need following Raucous. And that Brody, is an absolute promise.
"And spare me the comments about my catchphrase. Consider yourself #1864 to give the same damn lecture. My thoughts to you right now Brody, go get yourself some new material, and maybe some wrestling talent, and then we can make this a real contest. But right now Brody......
"You're out of your league.
"And while we discuss the ultimate ironies of everything involved, allow me to go further. You are a man that claims to be all about your action in the ring, and how all of this stuff outside of the thing really doesn't mean anything. Heck, you even went out of your way to be sure to point out that you wouldn't even be listening when I put my two cents in."
"Two back to back spots like that Brody? Wreaks of desperation of me, but desperation from what? If you really are as tough as you say you are, and can kick my ass with that dreaded lariat (chuckles), then no amount of words should really make any bit of difference. But somehow, there you are. Not just sitting in the ring the night before, but now just a few hours away, we get to see your little mug again.
"It's not that I really mind or anything. In fact, I find it to be quite amusing. It's not like it's going to change anything. The fact of the matter is you still can't hang with me inside of a wrestling ring, and that will never change.
"And I know you're probably in the studio right now trying to get something done at the last minute to try to make some kind of impression on someone. Don't bother, it's really not worth your time.
"No false gimmicks, no false hype, I am Jean Rabesque."
(Fade out)
