-Atlanta, Georgia! The Phillips Arena is where Taylor Wilde will face off against one her most formidable challenges: Ariel of The Ministry of Darkness. Even though this was going to be no easy task, the Sky High Champion didn't seem overly stressed about the situation. A fact which seemed to distress one of her team mates, Rayna Von Tosh. If wasn't common for the little blond not to freak out before a title match. On top of that, there was Portia's worsening attitude to deal with. But that was somewhat expected after her surprising falling out with Brian Kendrick. The locker room of The Poison Trio was a strange one. Taylor's half was bright, colorful and childish with posters, action figures and stuffed animals. Rayna's portion was far more glamorous and had an exquisite, Moulin Rouge look towards it. And Portia's was filled whatever she considered to be "bad ass" like ninja weapons, flames and skulls. Rayna, being in the middle, filing her nails, looked between the two differences of personality on either side of her. Portia sat with her knee's close to her chest, brooding with her head lowered. Taylor, meanwhile, was off in her own little world, shaking her butt, dancing to the music from her i-pod.-
Taylor Wilde: Music makes the world go 'round, where it goes, ya just don't know!
-Rayna reached over to pluck one of the ear-buds from Taylor's ear to grab her attention. She stopped her behind in mid-motion-
Taylor Wilde: Music makes the world go 'round, where it goes, ya just don't know!
-Rayna reached over to pluck one of the ear-buds from Taylor's ear to grab her attention. She stopped her behind in mid-motion-
Rayna Von Tosh: What is wrong with you?
Taylor Wilde: Huh? What do you mean?
Rayna Von Tosh: When you had to wrestle Daffney you were completely terrified. You're defending against Ariel now. You do realize that, don't you? She's the vampire.
Taylor Wilde: Mm hm!
-Taylor nodded with a cheerful expression.-
Taylor Wilde: Well, Daffney was completely crazy. So, that was scary. But I don't think Ariel is crazy. I don't even think she's really a vampire! I just think she is looking for attention.
Rayna Von Tosh: Taylor. Just because The Ministry dress like they're homeless doesn't mean they aren't a threat. Portia and I have traded victories with them so they know their way around a ring.
Taylor Wilde: Oh! I know that! I'm not underestimating her at all. I'm sure she's a really good wrestler. But I kind of feel bad for her. I mean, everyone always makes fun of them. I would be all grumpy too. And I think she dresses and acts the way she does because she's really lonely. On the inside. I bet there is a part of her that really would like to have a big hug!
Rayna Von Tosh: ....I really wouldn't recommend that.
Taylor Wilde: Everyone, no matter how mean they are, likes to be hugged. And maybe after I retain my....BUH BAH BAAAAAAH...Sky High Championship, I'll give her one!
-Taylor retrieves her gold from around the neck of an enormous stuffed puppy and holds it high above her head.-
Rayna Von Tosh: Ehh, I'm not really sure if this is a sound strategy, hun. There are some people who really are just mean. Shouldn't you threaten to knock her fangs out or something?
Taylor Wilde: Oh no. I wouldn't do something like that. I just want to stop her momentum. I think a lot of people might be a little tired of The Ministry running around thinking they own the place. Beating her will make a ton of people stand up and cheer!
Rayna Von Tosh: Have to agree with you there.
Taylor Wilde: (singing) She can't hurt me with things that she does! I'll pick up dandelions and I'll give them to her!
Rayna Von Tosh: Why are you si-
Taylor Wilde: Hear the birds and bells and you will have a brighter day! Everyone has a special song, deep inside their hearts! Sing with me, Ariel, it's the perfect place to start!
Rayna Von Tosh: You are the champion, I suppose I shouldn't argue with your success...and unusual match preparations.
-Taylor slides over to Portia and places and arm around her. The dark haired Canadian only lifts her head up just slightly.-
Taylor Wilde: And I know that some people are just nasty scum bags. But even when you have to deal with nasty scum bags, you still have your real friends by your side. Even if you do have weird taste in guys! And even if you do have to wrestle a vampire-chick-monster! Friends help each other, just like you guys helped me turn my career around.
-Portia looks at Taylor but only seems as though she would like to give her and her cheery attitude a smack. Taylor inches away from her.-
Taylor Wilde: (harmonizing) Because, love, love, love, loooooove....
Taylor Wilde: (harmonizing) Because, love, love, love, loooooove....
-Rayna gives a shrug and decides to chime in.-
Rayna Von Tosh: (harmonizing) Love, love, love, loooooooove.....
-The pair looks towards Portia who has remained silent and narrow their eyes upon her. She only rolled her eyes and shook her head.-
Taylor Wilde: (harmonizing) Love, love, love, looooooove....
Rayna Von Tosh: Love, love, love, looooooove....
Portia Perez: ....love, love, love, loooooooove....
ALL: ...MAKES THE WORLD GO 'ROUND!
-The Trio, even Portia, grin to one another.-
-The Trio, even Portia, grin to one another.-
Taylor Wilde: See? Doesn't that feel good? Why should I get all stressed over a defense? It wouldn't do anything but mess me up. I've got butterflies, sure, but I know if I do my best I can beat her. Let's try again!
Taylor Wilde: (harmonizing) Love, love, love, looooooove....
Rayna Von Tosh: Love, love, love, looooooove....
Portia Perez: Love, love, love, loooooooove....
The Coach: Love, love, love, looooooooove....
-After suddenly hearing a baritone voice in the midst, the three stop singing. The Coach slowly enters the room. Porita looks rather annoyed that someone had just walked in on her singing as it doesn't exactly fit with her image-
The Coach: Love, love, love, looooooooove....
-After suddenly hearing a baritone voice in the midst, the three stop singing. The Coach slowly enters the room. Porita looks rather annoyed that someone had just walked in on her singing as it doesn't exactly fit with her image-
Taylor Wilde: Coach! You have a lovely singing voice!
Rayna Von Tosh: Highly debatable.
Portia Perez: Have you ever heard of knocking?!
The Coach: I-I'm sorry! I just heard the singing and..-
Rayna Von Tosh: Focus on your job, Coach.
The Coach: Right. Ah. Taylor you have a title defense lined up at Warfare against the very dangerous Ariel. The Ministry has become a force here in EBWF and they are certainly looking to add more gold to their ranks.
Taylor Wilde: More gold, huh? Well, I'm sorry but my title isn't ready to find a new owner just yet. Has Ariel been very impressive? Yep! But so have I? The little diva that couldn't win a match hasn't lost in...well...I really can't remember the last time I lost! And I'm not trying to brag, I'm just very proud of myself. I've said that I want this title to be very sought after so if I keep defending it successfully then it's prestige is going to grow and grow. So believe me when I tell you that if Ariel really thinks she can be champion, she is going to have to fight for everything she's worth. I want add Ariel to the names that have tried to take this belt away from me, like Mickie James and Layla. But I'll still give her a hug.
The Coach: ....Wait, what?
Taylor Wilde: A hug! Ariel is a lonely, sad soul who really could use some sunshine in her life. Maybe she thinks my title would make her happier? Well, I love to make people happy but NUH-UH, NOO WAY. Materialistic things won't bring her true happiness. ..Erm, I guess me whipping the skirt off of her really won't do the trick either. Well, that's where the hug comes in. And I've got some Hello Kitty band-aids if she ends up needing them. Or Transformers. Whatever she's into. Maybe that will make a smile pop up onto her face!
The Coach: Stranger things have happened in EBWF. The others members of her stable do occasionally make a presence during matches. The lights go off and--
-A loud gasp slips out of Taylor as her eyes grow very wide-
Taylor Wilde: I-I forgot they could do that! I'm sort of freaked out by the dark. If they do that I...
-Taylor looks to her team mates beside her and becomes filled with courage again, puffing her chest out while making a pair of fists.-
Taylor Wilde: Won't have anything to worry about! Because if HER friends get involved, MY friends will get involved.
Rayna Von Tosh: And we still have a little score to settle with them.
Portia Perez: ...Damn straight. I've got a lot of aggression to get out right now.
Taylor Wilde: But when the bell rings, I've never needed Portia or Rayna to win my matches for me. So I would much rather face Ariel face and square. I realize that might not be the case since she does seem to cheat a lot. But that's A-OK with me. I've improved with each match I've been in and so I'm even prepared for matches where evil people might try to get involved. So if I pull out a win in a situation like that I'll feel even better about my abilities.
The Coach: The fans are ready for this show down! Taylor Wilde defends against Ariel! New champion or will Taylor continue her record breaking reign?
-Taylor gives the plate of the title over her shoulder a couple of pats as the camera closes in on the prize soon to be at hand-