Swanton John being called

[Lucas Darius]

Lucas Darius is sitting in his chair, sighing with relief. He has no worries whatsoever and can finally concentrate on what is important. Family, company, and getting more training. It was good while it lasted but the stress of being forced to defend the title again and again made it somewhat bittersweet. Yet, he remained the best in the eyes of people and when the time comes, he will take his prize again. But not too soon, he has still some things to attend to.
First of all, Psycho Savage. Only man who ever brought him down. He must take him to the limits and learn a few things from him. He may be underrated in many ways, but he is one hell of a wrestler and deserves more. It's time he passes to the next level.

Also there is one more urgent matter.

KNOCK KNOCK.

Come in. Have a seat.

Hardcore champion Swanton John accepts Lucas's invitation and sits down in a comfy chair. Lucas scouts him out before finally interrupting silence.

You know, we've haven't had a chat since a long time ago. I had too much bussines with the title and you were developing your in-ring skills. No matter, I have checked on you every now and then, ending with the match we've had against Tag champions.
I always said you can be one of the best and look at yourself, you're a Hardcore champion now.
I believe you're on top of your physique and ready to prove to everyone you can go through the Fall from Grace. You're the last hold. Both me and Travis have lost their titles. If you lose as well, it will be seen as we weren't the true champs after all.
But I believe you can carry our intentions and make it through. That is what you have been training for. Tonight, you're stepping in a match against Dakota Manuel. Beat him and remember, you're our own man. You're the best dam** hardcore merit.

Lucas smiles and awaits Swanton's answer.

TBC Swanton

[Swanton John]

You know Lucas, I don´t expect to keep the title. No one likes more than me to carry this title, but I´m alone. Just like you, I am losing the persons that I though could be my partners in the future. Look to RJ .Men, the guy really disappointing me. I am alone and the title is not good enough to replace all the bad things that I did. I will lose this title tonight, I´m sure.

By the way I want you to know that I´ll do everything to help you get your title back. That way I can have a mentor to help me dominate my feelings. And then I can fight again to be a champion.


Lucas is suprised with the words of Swanton.

TBC Lucas

[Lucas Darius]

Lucas's surprise changes in a smile.

Thanks, Swanton, I appreciate the help you're offering. And if I ever think about going for the title again, I won't forget this promise. But for now, you should concentrate your match tonight.
I just want to say, whether you win or lose, you have exceeded all my expectations and I would be proud if you consider joining me one day as a partner if our paths cross.
I may be gone for a few weeks, because there is some bussiness I need to attend to back home, but I'm sure you guys can handle things here.

You're.... leaving?

Oh.. not by a long shot. Tonight I'm taking on Psycho Savage. He's a guy that has sparked some interest in myself. I need to know if I'm still able to wrestle like I used to. I may have learnt a few tricks here and there, but Kelvin made me a bit weaker than I was. I need to find my hardcore roots again. That's why I want to ask you to meet me in the ring next week. To get back my hard side that has been softened by Kelvin. Also I could show you a few tricks myself, if you still think of me as a mentor.

TBC Swanton.

[Swanton John]

Swanton is still surprised with the words of Lucas.

Me against you Lucas.
But...but...oh ok, I accept the match, but I am no match for you.You will get a win over me easily. But, if our match could help you, I can assure you that I will give my best in that ring. It will be an honor fight you.

By the way, why do you think that Kelvin is more powerful than you? You fight him so many times, great matches by the way, and you always leaved the ring with the title. It was only one match that you lost.And don´t forget the great win that we have in our golden match. I lose with RJ against the tag champions but I won with you. I think that match prove that you are the best man to get in the corner when we are fighting someone.

Swanton takes a break and restarts with a serious look in his face.

One more thing Lucas, why me? Yes, why did you choose me to fight you! So many great wrestlers and you choose a man that had to take out a women, a man that attacked Aewyre not once but twice to get the opportunity to be the greatest Portuguese superstar in this business. I can´t figured out...


TBC Lucas

[Lucas Darius]

We've got ourselves a little missunderstanding here, Swanton. I want to be in a ring with you, but not oposite sides. I want you to be my partner next week.

Lucas smiles again as Swanton finally understands what he hasn't totally cleared out.

I want you to be my partner because I believe, you're the right man to show me the hardcore roots I need. Maybe with your help, I can get back what I lacked and emerge stronger than before.

About Kelvin, I don't mean he's stronger than me.

Lucas shooks his head.

What I meant was, that he's taken me down in a way, he has been able to soften me. These months of preparation led to this day. I wasn't able to prepare correctly. Now I have time to go back to the roots and find he strength that could help me get to the top and stay there. I have learnt from my mistake and he can't soften me any longer.

So what do you say? You and me next week.... take care of team Corrupted.

TBC Swanton John

[Swanton John]

It will be a hell of a match Lucas. Don´t worry I will be in your corner, and I will show everyone of my tricks to turn you more hardcore. And in the other hand I can train harder to be a better hardcore champion.
We will team up and we will win the match next Wednesday. I can assure you that.

Swanton smiles to Lucas.

EOT