Post by Alaric Dracislav on Jul 25, 2020 9:50:17 GMT -5
Alaric Dracislav moves through, into the rather lush green room reserved just for Priscilla Kelly. He seems a little nervous, but the smiling Bill Buttertoes ushers him through, having sat by himself in a quiet corner of the arena, and brought him here. 'You're with Kelly now' he had said, 'You get to her enjoy her extravagancies.'
But Priscilla Kelly was nowhere to be seen. Alaric moved in to see the faces of a few henchmen looking irritable, Prince Albert sat on a steel chair off to the side, looking lost in thought, and most specifically, to the angry and intense glare of the Scientist, S2.
S2
What's this little pipsqueak doing here!?
Bill Buttertoes
Priscilla asked for him.
S2 slowly waddles over to Alaric, trying his hardest to look intimidating and tense.
S2
Like I told you in that Battle Royale, punk, you better take quick note of the pecking order round here.
Alaric Dracislav
You mean the Battle Royale I eliminated you from?
S2
You better watch that fanged mouth, Vampire Boy, or pretty soon I'll have your pointy teeth stuck into the ends of my knuckles here.
Prince Albert
S2, if you start a fight in here, whilst Priscilla's trying to psyche up for the biggest match of her career so far… she'll kick your fucking ass.
S2 looks over at Albert, before sighing and nodding. He sends a little look down at Alaric, before gritting his teeth, and moving away from him. Alaric attempts to look over at Albert, in a way to say thanks, but Albert has already looked away from the pair. His eyes rest once more on the floor at his feet.
Alaric seems unsettled. Priscilla made joining her side seem so warm and welcoming, so filled with fruitful opportunities, but the discomfort he feels in this moment begins to give him second thoughts. Part of him felt like just leaving the room in that instant…
...But he couldn't deny the positive effect Priscilla had had on his career since she stumbled in on him gearing up for his match that one time. The words she'd instilled in him, the motivation… he'd gone from losing matches within minutes, to winning them. Getting to the final four and throwing an over 500 pound man out of the ring in a Battle Royale felt like something he could only have done from Priscilla's backing. He couldn't imagine himself doing that in the mental place he was in a few weeks back.
When he was with Barron Boneius…
When he was with his brother.
And upon Priscilla Kelly stepping into the room, every doubt of if he belonged in that room was erased from his mind when Kelly made eye contact with him, and gave him a warm smile.
Priscilla Kelly
There's that sexy, bloodsucking mother fucker! Alaric!
Priscilla moves over to the Vampire and takes his hands in hers.
Priscilla Kelly
I told you to find me after the Battle Royale last week! Where were you?
Alaric
Oh I thought that was… only if I won?
Priscilla Kelly
Well you won in my heart babe! You rocked that Battle Royale! You came just short but hey, you outlasted all my other guys!
S2 shakes his head, sighing loudly. Albert doesn't even react, it's unclear if he's even listening. Priscilla boops Alaric's nose.
Priscilla Kelly
You did me proud Al.
Priscilla turns away from Alaric, thankfully so, as in that moment his face flushes red. Alaric makes eye contact with Bill, who nods and sends a thumbs up Alaric's way.
Priscilla moves over to Cranston, and whistles at him, before pointing at the floor. Cranston nods, before getting down to all fours, allowing Priscilla to stand on his back as to get a better view of her green room.
Priscilla Kelly
So! News time! Big news too!
Every head perks up, even Albert's.
Priscilla Kelly
I just got some great information from the most recent tenant of my pocket, Chris DeAngelo. Turns out, the Sultan of Selfies himself Tyler Breeze… hasn't shown up!? Can you believe that! Word is he got in a scuffle at his house… wonder who that could've been with…
Priscilla giggles to herself.
Priscilla Kelly
But that means… there's a spot opened up. And good old Chris DeAngelo has trusted his new favourite Harlot to pick who fills that spot.
Albert is up out of his chair in that second, eyes lighting up. S2 grins, patting the bench he sits on with his hands, as he's up on his feet too.
S2
Ooh yeah baby! Let me in their Kelly I will dine on those mother fuckers like it's a fucking BBQ!
Albert looks over at S2 and shakes his head.
Prince Albert
Why would she put you in there? Have you accomplished anything yet at this place?
S2
I accomplished crushing your momma's pussy!
Prince Albert
Good one. But Priscilla knows who the safe bet is.
He turns to look at Priscilla knowingly, almost as if the decision has been made. Alaric watches Albert and S2 squabble, before turning away from the situation and leaning against the wall at the back of the green room. He knows if it was down to him, he'd certainly be picking Albert.
Priscilla Kelly
You boys are so cute. But the thing is, neither of you are going in there.
Albert's expression drops. S2 raises an eyebrow.
S2
What!?
Priscilla turns slowly, until she makes eye contact with Alaric across the room.
Priscilla Kelly
Alaric, baby, get ready for your first ever Elimination Chamber match.
Alaric can barely believe it. All eyes in the room turn to him, some furious, some excited, some completely in disbelief. Alaric stays leaned against the wall for a few more moments, before he slowly pushes himself forwards. He hesitantly points at himself.
Alaric
Me?
Priscilla Kelly
You.
Alaric
But... me?
Priscilla Kelly
Yes Al! My scrumptious little Vampire! You!
Alaric pauses, soaking this up, before a big fanged smile emerges on his face.
Alaric
Holy shit!!! Holy oh my god!!!
S2
Now why the fuck is-
Priscilla Kelly
S2, do not question my decision.
S2 goes quiet then, but huffs, before moving off out of the locker room. Alaric still stands there, shocked, unable to stop himself making eye contact with Prince Albert. He looks at him, a level of anger and confusion on his face, before slowly sitting down in his chair again. Alaric gulps, but he still can't help stop his smile.
He's going to be in the AWF World's Championship match.
Priscilla moves over to Alaric slowly, a smile on her face.
Priscilla Kelly
I'll see you in the Chamber then.
And with that, she cups his chin, and kisses him on the nose, leaving a little lipstick mark on the tip of it. Alaric's belly swims, as he watches Priscilla move into the backroom. He feels his dry mouth, and turns to Bill.
Alaric
There a vending machine around here?
CUT TO
Alaric reaches into the bottom of the vending machine, pulling out his newly purchased bottle of water. He's left the green room, and made his way around the corner of the arena, where he's been able to escape the tension. Happy as he was with that Elimination Chamber news, he didn't especially like the looks it was getting him.
As he stands up though, in the reflection of the vending machine, he sees a towering figure looming behind him. He sighs, before turning around to meet the eyes of S2.
Alaric
Can I help you?
S2
Yeah you can help me, you freaky mother fucker, you can help me get every last item out of that vending machine when I use your head to shatter the glass.
Alaric
What is your problem?
S2
You're my problem. You think you can waltz in and suddenly get these opportunities. You got lucky with that elimination and suddenly Priscilla thinks you're the best she got.
S2 spits at Alaric's feet, before his eyes scan down, and he notices Alaric's crucifix necklace. He pulls a mocking face.
S2
What tha fuck kinda jewellery you got there? Get that from the Halloween section at the Poundstore?
S2 reaches out to grab it, but Alaric swats his hand away.
Alaric
Don't touch it.
S2
Oh. Well now I really wanna touch it.
S2 reaches out again, more viciously this time, and Alaric swats his hand away once more. Alaric suddenly yanks the necklace from around his neck, clicks the lighter on, and holds the flame bursting from the tip of the crucifix centimetres from S2's face.
Alaric
Really want to touch it? How about this end?
S2 looks at the little flame for a few seconds, before he suddenly bursts into laughter.
S2
You think that was threatening? You little punk!? What the fuck kinda damage you gonna do to me with a dinky little thing like that!? I'll show you some real fucking damage!
Kolotov
Hey!
The pair turn to see stood there is Alaric's twin brother, Kolotov Dracislav. He holds up the Bone Batton, and points it at S2.
Kolotov
I know what kinda damage I can do with this.
Alaric looks quite taken aback to see his brother. S2 grunts, as he moves away from Alaric, over to Kolotov.
S2
Think you can connect with that thing before I can snatch it off you and stick it up your ass?
Kolotov
You want to try it? Your head is looking very Coconutty right now, I wonder what milky insides would pour out if I cracked it open.
S2 looks put off by this statement, and backs up slightly.
S2
You fucking Vampires man. I'm telling you, one day, you're gonna get what's fucking coming to you. Both of y'all, better watch out, for the fucking Scientist!
And with that, S2 backs away from the pair, making his way down the hallway. Kolotov smiles over at a rather irritated looking Alaric.
Kolotov
What's with that guy?
Alaric shakes his head, before turning away from Kolotov and moving down the hallway. Kolotov quickly runs after him, lightly grabbing his elbow, causing Alaric to turn slowly.
Alaric
What?
Kolotov
Alaric! It feels like… a long time since we've spoken! How are you doing brother?
Alaric
Good! Great actually! Much better than I was when I was being mistreated by that boss of yours!
Kolotov
Yes. Yes I understand… I am glad you are doing great! You deserve to!
Alaric
I know I do.
Kolotov
I think though… just because we are now separated as tag team… it does not mean we have to be separated as brothers! I would love to get a drink some time with you maybe? Reconnect, you know?
Alaric stays silent at this, unsure of how to respond.
Kolotov
You take your time coming to an answer on that… but I would really like it. I've missed you Alaric. Mum and Dad told me you went to see them.
Alaric
Did they?
Kolotov
Yes. I've not gone to see them in a while myself, but I'll make time soon. I see the necklace they gave you, it really suits you! And the lighter… that's nice! It's cool!
Alaric
It is sorta cool isn't it.
Alaric clicks the necklace once more, the flame bursting out of the end. He smiles.
Alaric
Mum says it really made her think of me.
Kolotov
I can see why! It's so cool!
Alaric and Kolotov look at one another, small smiles on their faces. Kolotov is excited, he's getting somewhere.
Kolotov
Hey! So… I thought I'd ask. Since I'm booked tonight and you're not, I wondered if you would want to be in my corner for my match? Get you out there in front of the crowd!
And then, the smile drops from Alaric's face.
Alaric
What?
Kolotov
Well I just thought… it gives you an opportunity to make an appearance at the event you know! Get dressed up and-
Alaric
I am booked tonight. I'm in the Elimination Chamber.
Kolotov
Woah! You are!? Since when!?
Alaric
Since Priscilla got me a spot in there. Because you know, she's actually a good boss, who cares about me. Unlike that fucking monster you work for.
Kolotov
Hey look-
Alaric
In your corner!? Boy you're still really in the mind that I'm less than you aren't you!? You really think things haven't changed, that I'm just your sidekick! Just there to help you get your wins, with nothing in it for myself!? Just help you and your NEW tag partner win the belts!
Kolotov
That is not what I meant brother-
Alaric
You don't even think I can achieve things for myself! Well since you betrayed me and left, brother, I have had more success than you can imagine! Have fun in your tag team where some Saturday Night Live actress does all the work, I'm in the WORLD'S Championship match! The Main Event!!! Who's doing better now, huh!?!?
Kolotov
Alaric…
Alaric
You can take your drink and shove it!
Kolotov
Alaric please-
Alaric
I don't want to see you ever again!
And with that, Alaric turns on his heel, and storms away from Kolotov. He takes one last look over his shoulder, an anger and sadness in his eyes, as he looks at his helpless and upset looking brother, just stood there. Alaric shakes his head, before continuing onwards, back towards the green room.
Forget his brother.
He has a match to prepare for.
A match where he gets to really stick it to his sibling, and fuck up Barron Boneius.