The First Day Of The Rest Of My Career

[D.J]

OOC: Here is my RP for Warfare. Had a lot of fun writing this one. Best of luck to David. Feedback welcome!

Well that was fast. Just when you think you have a handle on The Miz, and can trust in the direction he is headed, the self proclaimed "Awesome One" can throw another sharp curve ball that can leave you standing with the bat on your shoulder looking foolish. Just when we thought The Miz had full intention of ending any Paul Heyman involvement in the EBWF, he turns around and joins up him, and in one swift motion becomes the EBWF Intercontinental Champion. It was a move that appeared to shock the EBWF universe, though one can't help but wonder why. The Miz has a history of doing NOTHING but looking out for himself first and foremost, and has ALWAYS cared very little/not at all about what the fans want him to be. Monday Night was just another example of that. One week after failing to become the EBWF Champion, Miz found himself in a situation where if he wheeled and dealed correctly he would quickly earn another strap.. and that is EXACTLY what he did. As far as he was concerned it was a WIN/WIN. Paul Heyman entered a star recruit into his coalition, while Miz became a champion once again. The only problem was he wouldn't have too much time to enjoy his new Championship before he was forced to defend it against hungry new comer to the EBWF/wrestling veteran, Christian. Though he didn't work all that hard to become champion, he'd need to dig in, if he wanted to remain champion.

The scene opened up to the EBWF logo. When we faded in Jonathan Coachman and Todd Grisham were sitting at a desk, participating in what appeared to be an EBWF recap type show, for EBWF.NET

Todd Grisham: Welcome to EBWF All Access for EBWF.NET I'm Todd Grisham alongside my partner Jonathan Coachman.

Jonathan Coachman: But call me The Coach!

Todd Grisham: We're here to keep you up to date on all the going on's in the EBWF, as we head into what should prove to be yet ANOTHER fantastic episode of EBWF Warfare next week, as we continue on the road to Summerslam.

Jonathan Coachman: That's right, last week on Warfare perhaps the biggest story was the way the show went off the air. In the middle of the Intercontinental Championship match between The Miz and Mr. Anderson, the two men seemed to be COMPLETELY at each other's throats until this happened. Take a look.

A clip of The Miz joining Heyman's Coalition was shown, as well as The Miz becoming the Intercontinental Champion. The clip ended with Heyman, Anderson, and Miz all raising each other's hands.

Todd Grisham: So as you saw there, we crowned a new Intercontinental Champion in The Miz, but more note worthy perhaps was the fact that Miz has joined with Paul Heyman, who continues to talk about the impending doom of the EBWF.

Jonathan Coachman: The addition of Miz, a former World Champion, and now the Intercontinental Champion certainly is a step in the right direction for their dominance though partner.

Todd Grisham: Without question. After Warfare went off the air last week, the new alliance seemed to be feeling pretty good about themselves, and when Miz was informed about his match this coming week for his newly won Intercontinental Championship against Christian. He didn't seem to impressed or worried.

Jonathan Coachman: Does he ever?

Todd Grisham: Fair point, take a look. We warn you some of what you are about to see may not be appropriate for children.

The scene cut to the backstage area, there was a caption of at the bottom of the screen that read "After Warfare went off the air" The Miz, Ken Anderson, and Paul Heyman emerged from through the curtain with the boo's still loudly coming from the fans in the arena. Ken and Miz were in their ring gear, while Heyman was in his attire from the show as well. Miz had the EBWF Intercontinental Championship on his shoulder. Paul Heyman was beaming as he started speaking very animated, as is his way. Miz and Ken both shared the same sadistic smile on their faces.

Paul Heyman: Did you see them?! Did you FUCKING hear them?! One day, that's all it took Miz. One day and you went from publicly hated, arrogant villain, to somebody that those idiots were hoping to root for. You went from the man they loved to hate, to the man that they ALL OF A SUDDEN, said "hey maybe he isn't that bad,' and why?! Hmm?! Why did they start to see you for the talent that you are both on the microphone and in the ring? Why did they start to give you the adoration that you quite honestly have deserved from day one? BECAUSE you were going against the big bad wolf Paul Heyman. You were TAKING A STAND against the bad guys.. do you see how crazy that all is?! They don't care about you, they will cheer for whoever they're told to cheer for, and boo for whoever they are told to boo for, whether they even realize it or not, they ARE FUCKING PUPPETS. Your decision Miz, was the BEST one you have ever made, because now NOT ONLY are you the Intercontinental Champion, but you aren't responsible for putting on a party hat and dancing around for these people's amusement. That's where you were headed, and WHY?! For what?! It's never what you've been about, and quite frankly it NEVER needs to be. You are the Miz, and you ARE too AWESOME for that. Welcome to THE FIRST DAY of the REST OF YOUR WRESTLING CAREER.

Ken smiled clearly getting pumped up by Paul's speech. There was no doubt that Ken had heard a similar speech from Heyman, and that is why he was standing there at that moment. You could see it in Ken's eyes, that he was picking up everything Heyman was putting down. He had just layed down for Miz, to become the new Intercontinental Champion, for the sole reason that Heyman felt it was best for the group to have a talent such as The Miz on board with them. Up until this point, Miz did had not said a word. He then adjusted his Intercontinental Title on his shoulder, and finally let his first words since joining Paul Heyman be heard.

The Miz: You are right Paul. You are ABSOLUTELY right. Today IS the first day of the rest of my career, today IS a fresh start, today The Miz is REBORN. 3 months ago, I was the biggest thing in this business, fancy suits, world titles, stretch limo's, parties, you name it, I did it. This was MY WORLD. Then a guy named AJ Styles, defeated me, attacked me like a coward when I was already down and unable to defend myself, and he took MY WORLD for the next 3 months.. but then I came back.. eager.. HUNGRY to ONCE AGAIN put my flag down.. DYING to reclaim MY territory.. FOCUSED on once again presiding over MY territory.. and for once I'll admit I caught a break.. justice was served when I was entered into the match for the EBWF Championship. Once again though, it was AJ kept me from being where I DESERVED to be. Not because he defeated me.. because that will NEVER happen again.. but because he got pinned by someone ELSE in the match. So now I was back in the EBWF, but it was an EBWF that I didn't recognize. It was an EBWF that I didn't have a major role in, which means it was an EBWF that quite frankly... sucked.

Paul Heyman: The before time! HA HA!

Ken smiled, as Miz smirked at the comment as well.

The Miz: I thought I was the only one who recognized that EBWF had become a place where mediocrity was celebrated. Where run of the mill everyday, average Joe's, like Cody Rhodes, Ted DiBiase and even scrubs like Trent Barreta were looked at as stars. I thought to myself, how could so much have changed in just 3 months? How could this be the EBWF? And was I the only one who felt this way?

Paul Heyman: BUT YOU WERE NOT!

The Miz adjusted his title one more time.

The Miz: No I was not. And that is why, when you approached me with the idea to put one over on the fans, when you came to me with the idea to expose all these idiots for the morons that they are, a plan that would culminate with me becoming the EBWF Intercontinental Champion, I gladly accepted. You see, it's simple really, me with this belt, is a step back in the right direction, it's a step towards normalcy. When people think The Miz, they should think incredible, star, amazing, but most importantly they should think and SEE champion. The Miz is a name that should remind people of the absolute BEST in this business, because that is EXACTLY what I am. There is NOBODY that is as gifted as me, NOBODY that captivates and holds the masses in the PALM OF THEIR HANDS quite like I do. Some spend their entire careers praying that the fans will clap for them and cheer for them, I've never wanted that, but as part of this plan, it took me 2 SECONDS to turn an entire audience to my side. I'm one in a trillion and for the past 3 months people may have forgotten that, but this day, this night, that I joined with you, will FOREVER be remembered as the night that ensured that NOBODY EVER forgets again!

Mr. Anderson: FUCKING A MIZ, FUCKING. A!

Michael Cole came into the scene. He had a look of sadness on his face as he approached the 3 men. He barely mumbled his next words.

Michael Cole: Ex.. excuse me Miz.. can I get a few words with you?

Michael was a man that even in the Trilogy days Miz, kind of liked. Mostly because Cole seemed to worship the ground he walked on. In this moment though, Cole did not have a look of admiration instead he looked disappointed in the man that you would have thought in previous months was the EBWF announcers hero. The Miz sneered at Cole, and snapped a quick response.

The Miz: What's the matter with you Michael, you look almost like a man looks when he wants to get tough with somebody. Do you want to get tough with me Cole?

Michael looked at him blankly, and shook his head no.

Michael Cole: I'd just like to ask you a few questions, and do my job.

The Miz squinted his eyes at Michael, clearly looking to get more information that Miz sensed he was holding back.

The Miz: This isn't you though Cole, what's the matter with you? The Michael Cole I know would be jumping around for joy right now, like the suck-up, ass kiss loser that you are, or I'm sorry were.. did I respect that Michael Cole? No.. but I liked that Michael Cole. This Michael Cole, looks like he's about 5 seconds from getting his ass kicked if he doesn't tell me why he's got a look on his face like his puppy just died.

Michael didn't say anything. Miz got more intense.

The Miz: COME ON!? What!? Say it Michael! Say what you want to say right now!

The Miz pushed Michael who looked down at his shirt, as he stumbled back. Ken and Paul neared Michael as well, as The Miz stayed on his pursuit.

The Miz: SAY IT! SPIT IT OUT! You talk for a living, so TALK! NOW! Be a MAN!

The Miz pushed Cole even harder causing him to fall onto the ground. Heyman and Anderson laughed at this. Miz had a dead serious look on his face. Michael Cole finally yelled as he stood up, adrenaline pouring out of him and got right back in Miz' face.

Michael Cole: ALRIGHT! I want to know WHY!? Why join with Paul Heyman.. he's scum Miz!

Paul Heyman smiled as if the word 'scum' was the biggest compliment that he could have received.

Paul Heyman: Why thank you Michael, guess who's back on my Christmas Card List.

He pointed at Michael and mouthed the word "you." Michael glared at Paul, while Ken smiled. Miz intense look softened into an arrogant smile.

The Miz: You feel better? That's all you had to say. However, as far as an explanation goes, I don't owe ANYONE ANYTHING, especially not you. I was out for three months, and I didn't hear from ANYBODY, no "hey Miz how you feelings?" No "hey hope to see you back soons" NOTHING. So boo hoo, Michael Cole, boo hoo, Jim Ross, boo hoo for every idiot out there in that arena or watching at home that wants me to explain myself. My explanation is the day you're the caliber human that The Miz is, is the day that I will explain my actions to you, but as you know as well as anyone Michael, you, all these people, all the guys in the back, are NOWHERE NEAR on my level, therefore NOBODY is worthy for me to waste my breath on an explanation. What I will give them is a WARNING. A warning that unless you want a quick visit to the unemployment line.. to STAY. THE. HELL. OUT OF MY WAY! You see this title! You see this. You see it Michael!?

Miz slammed the Intercontinental Title in Cole's face. Cole backed away.

Michael Cole: I see it, I see it.

The Miz: This Intercontinental Title, is NEVER going to leave my waist, it's never going to change hands EVER again, because quite frankly Michael.. I will NEVER lose ANOTHER match for as long as I wrestle in this company.

Michael chuckled, he thought The Miz may have been making a cocky joke.

Paul Heyman: Did he say something funny Cole? Did he tell a fucking joke?

Michael straightened up.

Michael Cole: Never lose another match? Ever?

Miz was dead serious.

The Miz: That's right.

Michael Cole: Well you will have a chance to prove that to everyone, this coming Monday, as I was just informed and you might like to know that you will be defending your Intercontinental Championship against Christian.

One might have expected Miz to laugh or play it off as a joke. He didn't.

The Miz: Well how unfortunate for Christian. The guy just got here, and already he's being thrown to the wolves. Just when he's gaining some momentum, they have decided that maybe it might be time for him to take some much needed time off.

The Miz looked dead into the camera, you could tell that this last line was a shoot promo shot at EBWF Higher Ups.

The Miz: What kind of message does that send? Michael, Christian has been around this business long enough, and he's seen enough guys come and go to have a pretty good handle on things. He may put up a confident front, he may try to convince his "peeps" that he is confident going into a match with me, but deep down Christian KNOWS that a match with me is the worst possible thing to happen to him. I'm sure if he was REALLY honest with everyone he'd say that he'd rather fight the nobodies in the locker room, like he's done so far since he's been here, for the rest of his pathetic career, rather than step into the lights against someone like ME. Christian knows deep down that not only will he NOT be taking the Intercontinental Title from me, but that a WIN for him next Monday would be walking out of the ring under his own power. Looking at you Michael, and the way you scoffed when I told you that I would be undefeated for the rest of my career, it seems like maybe you, and maybe everyone who will see this interview may need to be convinced. You all may be a little skeptical.. but rest assured, Christian will be the first of many examples.. that will speak to the fact that I am NOT messing around, that NOBODY in this BUSINESS is in my league.. that NOBODY will ever BE MIZ.. and that they should ALL not only BE JEALOUS but they should also ALL BE AFRAID!

Ken nodded.

Mr. Anderson: Damn right.

Michael Cole: So no part of you thinks that Christian could leave Warfare as the new Intercontinental Champion?

Paul Heyman could not hold his tongue.

Paul Heyman: Are you fucking brain dead Michael? Huh? Are you really that god damn stupid?! Of course The Miz doesn't think that Christian could defeat him next Monday because it is an unfathomable thought. He just told you he was never going to lose again.. how DARE you question him.. You fucking mor..

The Miz held a hand up to Paul, cutting him off. Miz turned to Cole, he was intense and Cole was visibly starting to get a little intimidated at how focused Miz seemed. At least when he was cocky, there was a carefree vibe to him. This Miz was spooking Cole some because he seemed hell bent on destroying people.

The Miz: Not one. single. part. Michael, there are so few certainties in this life. You're born.. you live.. you die. That's all that's really promised, but in this case I'm going to add an additional one. I'm going to say it's a CERTAINTY that I will walk out of Warfare on Monday Night as the EBWF Intercontinental Champion. Whether Christian, is goofing off with Edge, whether he's Christian Cage and trying to scowl his way to the top, or whether he's so called Captain Charisma with his hand on his forehead like he was trying to keep the sun from getting into his eyes, all of those personas wrapped up into one are just one man, just one man that has for much of his career, and will AGAIN on Monday Night.. FALL SHORT. You see Michael, I don't feel sorry for him because he's the WORST kind of AVERAGE. He's the AVERAGE guy who feels like he's elite. He's the average guy who feels like he's entitled to being treated like he's so much more than that. Christian is the extra who wants the lead role, the intern who acts like the CEO. Regardless of the way this guy carries on, Christian has never been anything but "just OK," and quite simply Michael, "just OK".. JUST isn't good enough against The Miz. "Just OK," JUST isn't going to do the trick against me, "just OK," is NOT going to get Christian the Intercontinental Championship.. in fact Michael, "just OK" is going to get Christian embarrassed.. and "just OK," is going to get Christian DESTROYED.

Michael Cole: OK.. well I appreciate your time..

Michael started to walk off. Miz called out to him.

The Miz: Oh yeah Michael..

Michael stopped and turned around.

Michael Cole: Yes?

The Miz: Don't you EVER question me again!

The Miz charged at Michael and dropped him with a right hand to the face. Ken, Paul, and Miz all started to stomp away at Michael.

The Miz: Get him up!!

Ken and Paul picked up a bloody Michael Cole and they threw him to the Miz who dropped him on the concrete with a skull crushing finale. Officials rushed to the scene to intervene, and Miz lay there on the ground with a sadistic look on his face, as the referees attempted to get Miz off of Cole. Miz finally got up shrugging a couple of referees off of him. Paul and Ken laughed maniacally. Paul grabbed the camera that was filming this scene, pulled it up close to his face, waved and mouthed "Hi Wes." As The Miz, Ken Anderson, and Paul Heyman walked away as if they didn't give one single shit, about what they had just done to a man that Miz once was very fond of. The scene cut back to the studio where Jonathan Coachman and Todd Grisham were watching the footage, still appalled at not only what was said, but what had been done to their college.

Jonathan Coachman: Just a sick display, by The Miz, Mr. Anderson, and Paul Heyman.. unfortunately this just goes to show that not only may none of us be safe.. but that this all may be just getting started.

Todd Grisham: We obviously wish our co-worker Michael Cole a speedy recovery, say what you want about him, but he was just trying to do his job and NOBODY should have to endure that kind of punishment, especially someone who doesn't get in the ring for a living.

Jonathan Coachman: Well speak of the devils, we have just gotten word that this new coalition has more to say, as they have just arrived at a house show in Alabama, site of this week's warfare. Apparently they are on their way to the ring. We take you there now.

The scene cut away to a house show in the Garret Coliseum. Where The Miz, Ken Anderson, and Paul Heyman walked out from behind the curtain. No music.. just the sound of 100 percent unanimous boo's from the capacity crowd. Miz wore a white T-Shirt with Black letters that read "Your Favorite Wrestler's" on the front and "Favorite Wrestler" on the back. His name was signed in cursive at the top of the shirt. He also wore black fitted Jeans and black sneakers. He had the Intercontinental Championship over his shoulder. Mr. Anderson wore a white t shirt with black slacks, and Paul Heyman wore an all black suit and his traditional black baseball cap.

Lillian Garcia: Ladies and gentlemen, making their way to the ring, Paul Heyman, Mr. Anderson, and the EBWF Intercontinental Champion, THE MIZ.

The crowd booed loudly. Miz was not in the mood to pander to them. He ripped a microphone away from the time keeper and began.

The Miz: Let's play a little game called "who can be the quietest?" Ready GO!

The crowd booed louder. Miz smirked.

The Miz: And you all lost.. because you are ALL LOSERS.. and that's what losers do.

The crowd continued to boo as Heyman and Anderson laughed at Miz setting this crowd up to deliver that line on them.

The Miz: Speaking of losers. This Monday Night, just one short week AFTER capturing this Intercontinental Title, I will be putting it up for grabs against a man that calls himself "Captain Charisma."

The crowd cheered at the mention of Christian.

The Miz: Really? Captain Charisma. Is that what we're back to? Superhero's? Captain Charisma is going to be the new Intercontinental Champion.. REALLY!?

The crowd cheered some more.

The Miz: If we're back to superhero's I don't see why the Hurricane wasn't invited..

Anderson grabbed the mic from Miz.

Mr. Anderson: Seriously.. WHASSUPWITDAT!?

The crowd booed as Anderson smirked and chewed his gum.

The Miz: Well "Captain Charisma" I think it's time for the only "HERO" in this match to give you some "SUPER" advice. Sometimes the best things to ever happen to you in this life, are the things that DON'T happen to you. If you show up on Monday Night Christian, you will be walking into a slaughter. You will be stepping onto the train tracks, knowing that you are going to get run over, and splattered into a million pieces. Christian if you show up on Monday Night, it is going to ruin your entire little pitiful world. You will have to film peep shows from a hospital bed, although that might make the show more entertaining, you could show all your little beloved peeps how applesauce can be pumped into your bloodstream from an IV... fascinating.. what do you guys think?

The crowd booed relentlessly. The Miz smirked and didn't let this break his flow.

The Miz: The best thing that could ever happen to you, Christian is that if your impending destruction did NOT happen. So I'm telling you, if you value your career, if you value your personal life with your little skank girlfriend, and your internet show, if you TRULY value these people.. your PEEPS.. you will do yourself.. and ALL OF THEM a favor and you will NOT STEP FOOT in this ring on Monday Night.. because if you do.. I'm telling you.. NO.. I'm PROMISING you that it will be the last mistake you will ever make. Don't let the shiny gold of MY Intercontinental Championship lead you into doing something stupid.. because if you try to step into MY ring Christian.. your heart WON'T BEAT FOR YOUR PEEPS.. in fact after I get done with you.. YOUR HEART MAY NOT BEAT AT ALL..

The Miz looked into the camera with a dead serious look on his face.

The Miz: BEEEECAUUUUSSEEEEEEEE I'MMMM THE MIZZZZZZZZZ ANNNNNND I'MMMMMMMMMMM

The Miz never broke his stare into the camera.

The Miz: AWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESOMMMMMMMMEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!

The Miz dropped the microphone in the ring. As Heyman and Anderson patted an intense Miz on the back as he climbed out of the ring, and they followed suit. A camera got into the face of the trio as they walked the ramp. Miz shoved the camera man down to the ground by pushing the camera with his closest hand. The scene faded to static.

[Juan Ramirez]

Amazing Roleplay DJ!

[D.J]

Thanks man!

[.CM.]

This is cracking!

I thought that the scene with Cole in it was easily the strong point and was a bit sad to see it tail off into the in ring promo when it maybe wasn't needed (I'm a biased cole-minor though so just wanted more Cole :P) But even then by anyones standards that was a kick ass promo. Really good to see what I'm in for the higher I get in EBWF. Looks like a got my hands full with beasts like you RPing. Good work

[D.J]

Thanks for the feedback my man, it's appreciated!

DJ

[David]

Great effin RP... Startin' to feel self conscious about mine... DON'T LOOK AT IT!

[Ashlee]

I really love all you new folks! This makes me really happy.