Focal Point

[Will]

“Sounds like you have a hoeski on your hands.”

This caught the attention of AJ Styles as he was making his way down a hallway towards his scheduled interview. He turned around to catch Zack Ryder standing mere feet away with a huge smile on his face. Styles laughed at the remark and approached Ryder.

AJ Styles: “Seriously man, whatever happened to bros over hoes?”

Zack Ryder: “Sometimes hoeski’s are just D.T.F. the broski. It happens with the best of us.”

Styles was usually known for saying something that would make him sound like a bad guy, but instead he patted Ryder on the back, and agreed with him.

AJ Styles: “You’re right. It does. Good luck with your match against Trent next week. He’s a… friend of mine and I’m sure the two of you will have a great match.”

Ryder looked excited and spoke before walking off into the opposite direction.

Zack Ryder: “You know it, bro.”

Styles smirked and turned back continuing on his way down the hall. Moments later AJ Styles was waiting in front of the EBWF set up along with Michael Cole. The crowd at the house show was just as electrifying as they would be at a live event, so Styles could still feel the nervousness in his stomach. Being the veteran he was he quickly gained his confidence and was ready to spill out everything he had on his mind. The camera crew finished setting up and gave the signal for Cole to begin and once the red light appeared it signified they were on the air.

Michael Cole: “Ladies and gentleman, at this time please allow me to introduce, representing The Trilogy he is the 2012 EBWF Royal Rumble winner, The Phenomenal AJ Styles!”

The fans in attendance gave The Phenomenal One a warm reception as Styles was now being featured on the titantron. This promo would more than likely be uploaded to EBWF.net afterwards so Styles wanted to make sure he covered his t’s and dotted his i’s. Wearing his wrestling gear and glistening from the baby oil AJ was set to wrestle, so he looked hyped for action.

AJ Styles: “Thanks. I didn’t wanna have to let you know how much of a dork you usually are, so it’s refreshing to see you on top of your job.”

Cole smiled and adjusted his tie.

Michael Cole: “Why thank you AJ. I’ve been working on being less annoying.”

AJ Styles: “Well, hard work pays off.”

Michael Cole: “And you would know wouldn’t you? After months of hard work and dedication you finally made a statement when you defeated twenty-nine other men to receive a one way ticket to the main event of WrestleMania. How are you feeling just days before the biggest match in your career, when you go toe to toe with fellow Trilogy member The Miz for the World Championship?”

AJ Styles: “I have to admit, even though it may not look like I’ve been okay, I’m actually doing great. I’ve been seeing things for what they really are as of late and I’m sorta glad things are turning out the way they have.

Cole looked confused and spoke before he thought.

Michael Cole: “So, you’re glad your best friend is with your ex-girlfriend?”

AJ Styles: “I hate when you insinuate things. They make you sound like an asshole. To clarify, I’m glad I finally get to see what type of friend The Miz is. The type that lies and deceives. I also got to see what type of woman Layla is. But wait, I already knew that, because of the whole Whore for the Corre fad. So, I wouldn’t be surprised if she opened her legs for another nice guy, even if we were supposed to be friends.”

Michael Cole: “Understood. Speaking of assholes’s though, this Monday on Warfare you are set to go one on one with Mr. Kennedy in a steel cage match which will unfortunately be nontitle. Your thoughts?“

AJ Styles: This issue between Kennedy and myself hasn’t been about the Intercontinental Championship, it never has been. It’s been about respect. It’s been about going out there and competing to see who the better man truly is. Lately I’ve lost my competitive spirit. I’ve used shortcuts and had my moments where I did things behind the referee’s back to gain the advantage. But, when the time came and everything was on the line I didn’t choke, I delivered. I proved that back in December when I defeated Justin Gabriel for the Intercontinental Championship, even though everyone thought I would fold under the pressure. I proved it to the world when I went through twenty-nine other men to win the coveted Royal Rumble match, when everyone from here to there would’ve bet their money against me. Even though that should’ve taught me something, it didn’t. I was blind to the fact that every dog has his day, and just like I had mine, Mr. Kennedy had his. At Fallout I took my eyes off the ball and I paid for it. Even though I dominated throughout the match all it took was one mistake and I paid for it by losing the Intercontinental Championship. Like I said earlier, this issue between the two of us isn’t about championships, it’s about respect and when we face off for the final time in the unforgiving Steel Cage, Mr. Kennedy will have his opportunity to earn my respect.”

Michael Cole: “Very well spoken. Thanks for the time and good luck. ”

With those final words AJ nodded at Cole and the scene faded to black.

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Someone stole all my credit cards, but I won’t be reporting it. The thief spends less than my wife did.
-Henny Youngman

Sobriety is a bitch thought Allen Jones. He was motionless, starring at the ceiling of his bedroom with the blanket pulled over the lower half of his shirtless body. It had been a few weeks now and for once he was starting to see things a bit clearer now. The lifestyle he had returned to and had been living over the past few months had been taking a toll on him. Drugs, alcohol, and constant partying every night, along with being in a different city each night with the EBWF was making it impossible for him to focus on the goals he had established for himself long ago. Not to mention he had been making a lot more money ever since his recent “push” or so to say and he had spent a lot of that on his vices. Since quitting, he noticed more and more of his money vanishing and regretfully he had knew exactly where it was coming from. Lauren Williams was sucking him dry and not in the good way. They had been dating for almost nine months and were in the midst of bringing a child into the world, but The Phenomenal One had too many doubts to be content with the current situation. He had made his mind up and got out of the bed, putting on his clothes and grabbing his car keys. He knew he would see Lauren before he got on his flight and he didn’t plan on bringing her along with him.

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In two days AJ Styles would be competing in a Steel Cage match a week before his main event match at WrestleMania Eleven and even though he would be risking serious injury before the biggest match of his life, it was the least of worries for Allen Jones at the moment. Sitting in the airport lobby after going through security he was awaiting the arrival of his girlfriend. Dressed in a wrinkled pair of Levi’s and a tight grey shirt he stood up once seeing Lauren Williams make her way through security and over towards him. She was dressed in a very tightfitting dress and the aroma of her expensive perfume made it to him before she did.

Lauren Williams: “Hey hun, I missed you so much.”

Allen Jones: “Okay.”

She attempted to hug and kiss him, but he put little effort into returning the affection.

Lauren Williams: “Is everything okay? I know you have two big matches coming up, but it’s going to be good for us to get away and spend some quality time together. WrestleMania weekend is going to be fabulous and I can’t wait to go shopping in St. Louis, so we can be the sight at the Dinner with the Divas. I’m alumni, so I should be invited.

Allen Jones: “Yeah, about that. You’re not invited this year.”

She looked unpleased with the remark and seemed curious as she placed her hand on her hip.

Lauren Williams: “So, I take it since we won’t be attending, we can do something else together, like you could buy me th-“

He cut her off.

Allen Jones: “Yeah, I’m going.”

Lauren Williams: “Umm what? With who?”

He responded without hesitation.

Allen Jones: “Torrie Wilson.”

Lauren Williams: “What the FUCK, AJ?”

She looked mad as hell and he didn’t even seem to break a sweat. He gave her a brisk kiss on the lips and looked her in the eyes.

Allen Jones: “Lauren, I love you. Well, I thought I did. I truly did, but quite frankly I’m sick of the shit. I know just like everyone else knows, you have been using me from the jump.”

She tried to defend herself.

Lauren Williams: “That’s not true! I love you! I would never use you! I’m the mother of your child, so doesn’t that mean I deserve nice things?”

Allen Jones: “Oh and about that, I’m curious to wonder why you have none of the symptoms of a pregnant woman. You do this bullshit morning gag routine, like it’s supposed to throw me off. I already have three kids, so I know when a woman is pregnant. Lauren, the only thing you’re full of is shit.”

Lauren Williams: “I can’t believe this.”

He walked over to his bag he brought in with him and pulled out a box and tossed it to her. She barely caught it and looked surprised at what it was.

Lauren Williams: “A pregnancy test? You want me to take this? Here? Oh hell no.”

Allen Jones: “Oh, hell yes. Take your fancy ass in that bathroom and piss on that stick. And just to make sure there is no funny shit involved I bought a few extra. Hurry, hurry, our flight leaves in a little while. I would be upset if you had to miss it.”

She looked at him and for once he seemed to be in complete control of the relationship. She did what he asked and made her way to the bathroom. He followed her to make sure everything went okay and after she finished with the three tests he brought they waited for the results together outside the bathroom.

Lauren Williams: “Does this have to do with the whole Layla fucking Mike? You don’t trust me anymore? I have been there for you when there wasn’t a damn person in the locker room who want to be affiliated with you. I helped make you the star you are today. How dare you treat me like this. You’re supposed to love me. You’re suppo-“

Allen Jones: “Shut up! Damn.”

He looked over the three test and after getting the results he knew that he had done the right thing.

Allen Jones: “Well, it unanimous. You’re a lying, deceiving, manipulative, bitch.”

He looked at her and his anger oozed from his poor’s.

Allen Jones: “I’m done with you. Stay far the fuck away from me or I swear I’ll end up going to jail. Layla may be the biggest hoe I’ve ever dated, but you are definitely the biggest bitch.”

He picked up his bag and walked away from his now ex-girlfriend. She attempted to stop him.

Lauren Williams: “Please wait. Don’t leave me like this. AJ! AJ!”

People in the airport were watching the drama the whole time but didn’t bother intervene. Her final attempts to bring him back failed and he made his way to the entrance gate of his flight without even looking back. Even though it hurt to let go, it was necessary in order for him to achieve greater goals in life.

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Trilogy’s YouTube channel was the home of AJ Styles recent response to Mr.Kennedy’s earlier promo. The video has already garnered over a few thousand views and it was quickly spreading across the internet. It opened with AJ Styles standing in a strip club. He wasn’t dressed in if usual prep style, but instead wore nothing but a solid black shirt and Levi jeans. There were a pleather of nude woman around the area he was in and they all looked to be trying to be capture on film as they danced to the rhythm of the music.

AJ Styles: “Welcome, It’s a pleasure to be with you this evening. Most of you all know me as Mr. EBWF himself, along with other cool names like, number one contender for the World Championship or the winner of the 2012 Royal Rumble. Some just like to call me The Phenomenal, AJ Styles. These ladies here like to call me the sex tape guy or my favorite, big papa. But all of that is a distraction. All of this is a distraction. It’s easy to get caught up in nice girls beautiful, luscious, rack. And that’s exactly why I’m here tonight. I’m getting it all out of my system.”

A sexy bartender approached AJ with a tray of beers, offering him one. He politely turned her down.

AJ Styles: “After tonight, I swear to be the most focus son of a bitch you have ever layed your eyes on. Yeah, it’s true Kennedy has knocked me on my ass a few times and beat me when I was distracted. The first time it was because I let my temper get the best of me and the second time was because my friend could keep his dick away from a woman I loved, but all of that is nothing more than excuses. No more excuses. It’s time to put up or shut up and The Phenomenal One is going to put up the fight of a lifetime.”

By this time Styles made his way to a couch in the corner of the club and took a seat, staring into the camera with an intense look.

AJ Styles: “This Monday night on Warfare we get to beat the hell out of each other in a steel cage match. This match was made to end this beef between the two of us. There will be no distractions. No Miz, no Layla, no Trilogy. Only the two of us and the winner will win nothing more than the other man’s respect. I have the best focal point if you haven’t thought about it, Kennedy. I was the kid with the hoddie that everyone thought had potential to be great. I have always seen myself as the underdog. I have always seen myself as underrated, and that is exactly why I work so hard to achieve the things that I have. I have known what everyone else has failed to realize over the past few years. I’m the greatest wrestler on the planet. CM Punk has his claim along with Y2J, and even Miz. But I prove it each and every night. I never take a night off and I’m always busting my ass for the EBWF. Like it or not, I’m going to be the guy carrying this company on my back one day and I’m not trying to sound like a asshole, but I want the world to know that I’m ready.”

The intense look seemed to have faded into a more confident grin.

AJ Styles: “Ken Kennedy, I want you to listen to me. I don’t appreciate being called a boy or a kid, because you know just like everyone else knows that I’m the man! I don’t need to be a fan favorite or have everyone hate me to achieve success. I’m going to do that with my talent alone. I think it was Tupac that one said this; All I want is money fuck the fame, I’m a simple man. Rest in peace. I don’t do this for admiration. I will earn my eternal glory on the grandest stage of them all when I become the new EBWF World Heavyweight Champion. Let’s just say this match between us, it’s the momentum I need going forward. I know that you are going to come in, guns blazing and I can’t wait, because I’ll be doing the same. The only difference is you’re a six shooter and there’s no way you’re going to stand a chance again this sniper rifle. Like I said before, I have the better focal point.”

With the final words Styles stood from his seat and walked away from the camera’s focal point and the scene turned to static before The Trilogy logo closed the video.

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(OOC: Good luck, Dohko. I enjoyed writing this RP and I hope it’s worth everyone’s while. Thanks Ben for allowing me to use Ryder in the beginning. Good luck to everyone on Warfare and going into WrestleMania XI.)

[Ashlee]

You know, I really don't think it's fair that you took Angelina Love without Jayme's permission and made her look like a total tool. Considering that Jayme has always made it clear that she was going to come back.

You asked me if you could have Layla, but not A. Love.

[Jayme]

Even a PM about all this would have been nice...

[Will]

Ashlee, this is truly a misunderstanding. From what I understood Jayme quit and dropped all of her characters. I did know she was coming back, but only with Velvet, since there was no signs of her still claiming Angelina. I would never blatantly break the rules, seeing as asking would have been easy. I asked Ben for the use of Ryder without any problems and we both know why I quickly asked for Layla.

Jayme, any form of message from you would've been nice. I haven't heard from you in so long and finally when I do, you want to get defensive about a character that you have been obviously neglecting. Whatever. Fine. Apologies for using her without consent.

I didn't write this to cause any drama. I just wanted closure to the storyline that was started nearly eight months ago. If this takes away from the hard work and time I put into this piece, then so be it. It won't happen again.

[Jayme]

Okay first of all, I was not being defensive. I clearly stated a PM about this would have been nice. I said I would be returning, and I plan on it. I got on AIM and MSN to talk to you and you never responded. This was multiple occasions btw. I'm not sure what else you wanted me to do?

Second, I told you from the beginning I didn't want them in some lovey dovey relationship. It was only suppose to happen to get at Layla, no personal interest. I told you that from the start and you kept pressing the issue of them dating. Tony can verify this for me. I even have the MSN convos saved to prove this.

As far as neglecting, it's because um I don't know... I'm not currently in the fed. I thought that was obvious. Not to mention you had my character knocked up basically the moment I take a break without any mention of it. So whatever.

Again, I was not being defensive, but now I am. It's a two way street as far as communication goes. You haven't said one word to Tony and I since you got fired and rehired. I tried to get in contact with you. So please let me know what else you would have liked me to have done different? Thanks.

[Will]

Good to hear from you, Jayme.

[Ashlee]

#1. Will, stop with the sarcasm.

#2. For clarity, Will was never fired as an active participant in EBWF.

#3. It hilarious to me how Will always has to jump to worst case scenario. No, of course this doesn't negate all of your "hard work around here". The fact just remains, that you did have Angelina "knocked up" less than two weeks after Jayme's departure. Jayme logs in often, courtesy should have prevailed here, and it should in the future. There should have been a conversation, especially if things were going in a direction that wasn't previously agreed on. Again, it's just courtesy. There was a better way to go about this, and it wasn't burying the character. You didn't just bury her for Jayme. You made her an intricate part of AJ's life, so no matter who came along to pick her up she'd forever carry this stigma of being the girl who faked a pregnancy. That's not easy to just delete, especially when you're such a stickler for continuity. (like me)

[Juan Ramirez]

If you ask me, urine pregnancy tests can be misleading... Just felt like throwing out there for the sake of continuity.

[Chloe]

I love everybody?

[Ben M]

I love everybody too. Especially Chloe