REC:
“There are many who think I have this destructive behavior, on the brink of a meltdown, so worried about what I could do if I am not supervised. There has never been a time when I wanted to hurt someone more than those who have blatantly tried or succeeded in ruining my life and career. Nobody here cares about my feelings, labeling me as the ultimate evil in a process where there are no good and bad people, just players in some twisted game, but it is you who makes it out to be this vast storyline of how corrupt and fake Sienna Swann is. The SCW and certain wrestlers including the owners started this, planting the seeds so the rest of the people would turn on me, so I did what I could to survive the onslaught, yet they look at me as the perpetrator. I am the guilty party, the antagonist to their protagonists, and still we see a woman that has been held down for ALL of 2020, she has had her career curtailed, they give losers a World Title shot and leave me out of it for the actions I took against Sasha.
Were they not warranted?
Even the officials are against, if there is any evidence to dispute it look no further than my treatment after defeating Jordan Majors at Rise to Greatness and then again at Apocalypse. The SCW was trying so hard to make her the winner, like it was the Trump Administration but failed, and now they can’t fathom or even swallow the truth, Sienna Swann is the greatest athlete in this company and business as a whole but none of you can see it that way, rather rewrite history and bury me within your edict. This is not the way it works, your heroes maybe what the fans and the subordinates, the lemmings of this company want, need and collectively for them to succeed at my expense, a laughable yet probable ploy which right now it is working. They think I am crazy, that I have been pushed over the ledge and care not about consequences, void of regret and conscience?
This is what you did to me.
I was a very happy and loving woman, but in this painful climate I am in, no one wants to see me happy, they do not care to see Sienna Swann elevate herself to be a World Champion again even if Bree Lancaster holds the title, I should be in this Qualifier, though not surprising seeing those who have been consistently given the chance only to fail miserably.
Well, come Breakdown in my hometown, you will finally here the cheers bestowed upon a National hero, where the people of South Africa and surrounding areas treat their queen with respect and adulation. It will be a fine day for the Angel, where I am finally appreciated for my contributions, for this is who I am….
And no one can change it….
Not one damn person.”
/REC
BROKEN WINGS: COMING HOME
CHAPTER FOUR
There has been a lot of speculation with Sienna Swann about her meetings with Giovanni Aries and the Wonderland. She was seen coming out of one of the rooms with him a few weeks ago. Then there was the last tag team match with the A/C Unit where she and Bree Lancaster came out like gangbusters wanting to score 6 points but it ended as a Double DQ, which left a bad taste in Sienna’s mouth, It is no secret that Sienna has been slowly cracking, her strange and erratic behavior has been troubling, as she has been teetering on the edge of insanity, and when a woman loses everything, then was is there left to fight for? What is left to anchor and remind Sienna of what she has and how she must try like hell to keep it, for she has seen herself lose all that meant anything in her personal life, and now in her professional life, that has been a pattern for quite some time that finally became a true reality once she lost her son, and Chris decided to leave her. This is when Sienna’s last knot on the rope became the only lifeline that she had left. The Beauty Factory was gone, Laura Steinbeck was recovering from a stroke, there was so much going on in her life and transition, she thought that Chris and Nathaniel were the two sure things but that was not the case.
Kelcey Wallace made sure of it.
For Sienna, the bad blood had spilled from the professional level to the personal level and that is where things became murky, and for Sienna it was all about losing control. She needed to grasp her sanity, and with her parents not being a part of it all, this was a transition the Angel needed to do, but with the help from Xiomara and Bree Lancaster, her two closest friends. Sienna though was ready to exact her revenge on Kelcey, one way or another though she knew that the beautiful Wallace was having her annual Halloween party, and this was where she would have her talk that she overheard Kelcey tell Chris. For now, though, the trip in the Southern Hemisphere was exactly what she needed, first to Australia where she would enjoy some time exploring with Xiomara and Bree, then heading out to South Africa, where she was born and raised until the age of 16, until she moved to the United States as she began to model and really learn the ropes in the fashion Industry. If there was anything that would help Sienna now…
Is visiting the two people she adores most and make her feel like the woman she was supposed to be…
Her grandparents, Nathan, and Sydney Swann.
Alberton, South Africa
Suburb South of Johannesburg
11.8.2020
She laid asleep on the bed as the sunshine started to pierce through the baby pink cotton curtains. The cock crowed, her frosty blue eyes slowly opened, feeling snug and comfortable in the bed she slept many a night in when younger. It was the old farmhouse Sienna practically grew up on. Helping her grandfather around the grounds, feeding the cattle, horses and chickens, though the house was extremely modern, her grandfather was a former general to the South African army, a very dangerous man who while in his late 60’s had the physique and makeup of a thirty something. Her grandmother, Sydney was a former model herself actress, did some “B” rated movies at the time, but now enjoys retirement and consulting the business. Sienna stretched, it was the first time in a long time that she slept like a baby, she didn’t wake up for anything, feeling safe in her old home, not even using any drugs to help her in any way to get the rest. She slowly crawled out of bed, in just a thong and tank top, her long hair hung down, nails polished a glossy coating. Stepping in front of the window, she gazed upon the beautiful farmland, the cool day and brisk breeze blowing into her room. The smell of fresh air and not smog, it was peaceful, quiet, no screaming children or bustling traffic. She walked into the bathroom, brushed her teeth and freshened up, putting on a pair of sweat pants and flip flops, before walking down stairs, she could smell the fresh scones and gravy cooking on the stove top, the hash sizzling in the old iron skillet she remembers her grandmother using. Nathan is sitting at the table, reading the newspaper in a tank top, combat pants and boots, Sydney is wearing a black sundress and sandals, nails polished white, long silver blonde hair hanging down, while cooking. Sienna had arrived late last night, didn’t get to say much before clearing her throat….
Nathan: “Well there we go, sleeping beauty is awake Syd.”
Sydney: “Good Morning lovie!”
Sienna: “Grandma, grandpa! It smells delicious!”
Nathan: “How did you sleep?”
Sienna: “Like a baby. Wait…. Is that?”
Nathan: “Yes, Sesame Cake.”
An excited Sienna sees that her grandmother had made one of her favorites, freshly baked Sesame Cake, an African delight that Sienna doesn’t get much in the states. She sits down after hugging her grandparents, sitting down to have breakfast, something she hasn’t done in a very long time. Sydney served her a nice plate, Nathan put the newspaper down, as they all sat for a meal…
Nathan: “Want to say grace, Sienna?”
Sienna: “Grace? I….. uh sure.”
Sydney: “Oh Sienna, you still go to the house of the lord, yeah?”
Sienna: “Yes, yes of course! Grace… Dear heavenly father, thank you for the meal that you have given us, and please, bless my grandparents, I am indebted to you for allowing me to be here with my grandparents. Amen.”
Sydney: “Amen.”
Nathan: “Amen. Let’s eat. So how was your flight, the trip over?”
Sienna: “It was fine, I had set up a transport to get here, so they were waiting for me at the airport. The ride here was fine, but late. I am sorry that I kept you up grandpa.”
Nathan: “I would wait until the sun came up for you, Sienna. Sydney and I were ecstatic when we heard you wanted to stay here. We thought you would stay at one of them fancy hotels downtown.”
Sienna: “No, I wanted …. I needed to stay here with you two. It has been a long time since I have been here, and I wanted to remember what it was like when life was so much simpler. Maybe it was for my sanity, or just to remind me what I used to have and how crazy my life had become. I envy you sometimes.”
Nathan: “Sienna, this has always been your home, love.”
Sydney: “Yes, this has always been your home and the door is always open for you and Sierra who was here just a few months. We were ecstatic to see her too, and she was so funny, has changed a lot, lost her farmer hands that is for sure. You two girls ended up making it big for yourselves, we small town people don’t get celebrities much.”
That statement made Sienna smile, shaking her head before taking a bit of her breakfast, turning back to her grandmother who was being genuine and sincere to her. Her grandmother was once a model too, she was the inspiration to Sienna choosing to model herself….
Sienna: “I appreciate the compliments, but whether I am a celebrity or not, doesn’t matter, this is where I belong. I did not want to stay in the hustle and bustle. Get away and have some peace and quiet.”
Nathan: “I’m glad you came, maybe you can help me today.”
Sienna: “Sure, what do you need?”
Nathan: “Oh you know, bathe the horses, milk the cows, clean the pig pen and chicken coop.”
There was an almost white and pale stare that came from Sienna, it had been an extremely long time since the last time she did any of those chores. Sienna chose to9 stay there, reluctantly she nods as Nathan looks at her and laughs….
Nathan: “Look how pale she got, Sydney.”
Sydney: “I see, are you okay honey? Do you need some water?”
Sienna: “No… no… I mean… maybe. I … of course I will help you Grandpa, I mean why wouldn’t I?”
Nathan: “I don’t know, maybe you don’t want to get dirty.”
Sienna: “Well, I did get my nails done right before we came here…”
Nathan: “I understand….”
Sienna: “I’m kidding! I swear I am! I would love to help you grandpa. As for grandma? Are you still working at the rec center?”
Sydney: “Yes, it has been a bad harvest, a lot of kids are going hungry in these parts, more out toward the jungle, but enough to warrant some extra help feeding some families.”
This was the opportunity Sienna Swann needed, a chance to repair her reputation at least in her homeland. She quickly jumped at the chance to help her grandmother, financially this would make news, it would boost her popularity even more than it was already, and there was nothing more that Sienna loved than attention, adulation and most of all praise….
Sienna: “I can help, financially and physically, I’ll get a transfer to the account, make sure the money is put to good use, it is the least I can do considering all that has been happening. I wanted to get over here earlier in the year and even last year, but things continued to happen., come up and it has been quite a tough one. I know you have heard about what happened with me, mum and dad.”
Nathan: “Steven was always a stubborn bastard, Sienna. My daughter though loves you very much, she calls us all the times and tells us how proud she is, but worried about you. Go on, finish your breakfast, this talk can be for outside while we work.”
Sienna: “Yes, grandpa.”
Sydney: “Sienna, that would be incredible, the center would be so happy, and I would love for you to come tomorrow morning with me and we can tell them the good news. I can even call the local TV station, make sure they are there for press. We could make a day of it.”
Sienna: “I would like that very much, give back to the city, the people who I love so dear.”
Nathan: “America not treating you good, uh?”
Sienna: “It’s a different world over there, grandpa.”
Nathan: “Mmm…. Never liked the city folk anyway. After I retired from the military, I said to your grand momma, I am not living in the bloody city, I wanted a farm, something in the outskirts, but not too far into the brush. We have it good here, there is nothing that would change it. You made your money, fame and fortune, wrestling is a tough sport….”
Sienna: “You taught me kickboxing, grandpa, and then I continued when I went to the states. If it weren’t for you, I don’t know if I would be wrestling, I would think I’d be scared of it. I had to make a lot of decisions after I made a lot of mistakes and I am ashamed of them. I think about Chris, my estranged husband and Nathaniel, my adopted son, would be here right now sharing in this time with you both and having some laughs. I….”
She turns away as her lips start to quiver, Sienna suddenly was overcome by emotion, trying to control herself and keep some composure. Sydney gets out of her chair and embraces Sienna; she could see how painful it is to talk about Chris and Nathaniel….
Nathan: “Look at her, how could that mon froppi leave her, she is like the most beautiful woman on bloody planet earth.”
Sydney: “Nathan, be a little more Compassionate you iron lug, can’t you see she is hurting?”
Nathan: “I’m just stating the obvious.”
Sienna: “No… no…. it’s okay. I came here to not bring my problems with me. I promised myself that I would come home and enjoy being back. The family, people, culture, and food. This is what I am going to do, so no more crying, no more tears, all I want is to spend time with my grandparents.”
Nathan: “Okay, then eat the rest of your breakfast, put on some jeans and decent shoes I reckon, meet me outside by the horse stable, maybe later tonight or tomorrow we can go skeet shooting.”
Sienna: “I would love that!”
Nathan: “Then it is settled, angel.”
Nathan reassures Sienna by squeezing her shoulder, walking out through the back door. Sienna sits there for a moment, as her grandmother sits with her, holding Sienna’s hand….
Sydney: “He called you Angel; I remember that is all he would call you when you were a little girl.”
Sienna: “I know, that is why I always kept the nickname.”
Sydney: “Nathan is an old grizzly bear, lovie. He is a good man with a huge heart but he’s ex-military, you know how rough he can be around the edges.”
Sienna: “Don’t worry grandma, I know better than anyone. I’m going to enjoy this sesame cake, then I will head outside, help him out.”
Sydney: “Oh, one thing, wash it down with some fresh milk.”
Sienna: “Do you know how long it has been since I drank milk straight from the cow?”
Sydney: “I imagine the last time you were here. I could see you swigging down some of that Lactose garbage.”
The Angel brandishes a huge smile as Sydney pours her a nice big glass of milk to go with her Sesame Cake, one she is going to take her time and enjoy. After about Twenty Minutes, Sienna had already changed and walked out to the horse stables, Nathan was there cleaning out the hay, she smelled manure, and took her a bit to get adjusted…
Nathan: “The city life has made you soft. There was a time when you could walk right in here and not be bothered by the smell of shit. I blame your momma for that, she always wanted to be out there in the concrete jungle.”
Sienna: “It does take some getting used to and yes, give me a minute to get the hang of this again.”
Nathan: “I was kidding about milking the cows and cleaning the pen and the coup. But I wasn’t about the horses.”
Sienna: “Why?”
Nathan: “You’re going to help me get them prepped, cleaned and saddled up, we are going for a ride down to the lake you and I.”
Sienna: “We… we are!?”
Nathan: “Come on Angel, that was your favorite place and who am I as your grandfather if we don’t go ride down there. You wanted to come home, now you’re home.”
Smiling, Nathan throws her a scrub and towel, then points at the beautiful black and white colt…
Nathan: “This is Sky, he’s a good horse. Healthy and strong, Angel. Sydney calls him majestic, and now, he is yours.”
Sienna: “M… mine?”
Nathan: “Anything for my Angel.”
Sienna begins to tear up again, dropping everything and embracing her grandfather, who smiles back, embracing her in return….
Nathan: “Ahhh… we are wasting sunshine.”
Sienna: “Right, of course!”
Picking everything back up, Sienna began to help her Grandfather get the horses ready. This was a change of pace, but for the first time in a long time, she didn’t need to worry about the outside world, even for only a few days, going back to her roots and remembering who she once was.
One Hour Later
Farmlands
Sienna and Nathan hopped on the horses and rode off to the lake, it was one of her favorite spots to visit when she was a kid, a place she would go swimming with her little sister and Grandparents. It was a nice twenty-minute horse ride to the lake which reminded Sienna of what was important in life. Being with her grandparents was a definite change of pace, a chance to get back some normalcy even if it wasn’t going to last long. This was at least a good way for her to prepare for Breakdown and at the same time, calm herself down some as she has been up to no good. Maybe she could be set back on the right road. They arrive, she stops for a minute to soak up the scenery….
Sienna: “I forgot how beautiful it is out here, grandpa.”
Nathan: “It never changed after you left. Matter of fact, it was missing something, you.”
Sienna: “You’re going to make me cry again.”
Nathan: “Angel, I understand why you left, to pursue the dream and the people here in South Africa are proud of what you did, but I always thought you’d come back home, to the motherland.”
Sienna: “Every day I thought about it, and recently I have been thinking about leaving everything and coming home, forget all I ever was and live the rest of my life out here, with my people, away from it all. Then I think about all I accomplished, and what it would mean to me if I just picked up and left. They would win.”
Nathan: “Who would win?”
Sienna: “The haters, those who tried to destroy my life, took everything from me, and then some. I wish that I didn’t let them get away with it, but I did. I was happy for once last year, I felt like I had it all, the husband, the child, the dog, the huge expensive home in the Hollywood Hills, a fast car and finally the World Title. How the mighty have fallen.”
Nathan gets off the horse, he then walks over and helps Sienna down…..
Nathan: “The lake is clean, no crocs, it’s a silver spring, the water is pure. The horses will drink.”
Sienna: “Okay.”
They both lead the horses to the water as they begin to drink, Nathan turns to Sienna….
Nathan: “You haven’t fallen, I see an Angel in front of me, a sweet little girl who loved life, who would come out here and enjoy everything about nature, the prettiest little thing, both you and Sierra. Sydney and I missed you girls around here. I was always mad your father, for insisting you two go to America and become models, wrestlers. Don’t get me wrong, I am damn proud of what you did over there, but we aren’t getting any younger. How long has it been? Four years and you just came for like a day. I don’t know what the fuck is going on over there with you, Steven and Amanda but it needs to stop, you are family, Angel.”
Sienna: “I hurt them grandpa.”
Nathan: “Then apologize.”
Sienna: “I did, and dad kicked me out of the house.”
Nathan: “Son of a bitch….”
Sienna: “No…. don’t get mad at him, that was me.”
Nathan: “Angel, your mum had an alcohol addiction and you saved her. Maybe you’re down on yourself, I don’t know. I have heard rumors of some of things that you have done, and I refuse to believe them because my little Angel wouldn’t do that. See, guilty men and women wear the face. You don’t have that face. I remember every person I ever had to kill in the military, most were warlords and guerillas, but that still didn’t help me sleep at night, I remember their faces, and guilt doesn’t go away.”
She lowers her head, glaring into the water, her reflection bouncing back at her, thinking about the Halloween Party of just a week or so ago. He was right, guilt doesn’t go away, but she always is asking herself, is she void of it….
Blake Mason’s Yacht
Long Beach, CA.
Offshore
Halloween Night
It was the night Sienna Swann was looking forward to for many reasons other than having a good time. The gorgeous South African came dressed like Marvel’s The Black Cat, it felt like a them almost with Xiomara dressed like The Cheetah from the Wonder Woman movie as well, while Bree was attending as a Bride. Sienna and the other women had decided to climb aboard and stood to themselves as a bunch of people were getting on before the yacht was about to set sail. Sienna kept to herself, she was looking for her husband Chris Cannon, hoping to talk to him though she had heard rumors that he may not come at all being true to his word on social media which she believed was all just a front. That did bother Sienna some, as she wanted to see her estranged husband, continue try and talk to him, maybe even seduce him as she had waited patiently but it was going to be hard standing in the yacht of the man who piledrove and almost paralyzed her.
But not only that, recently she had taken it upon herself and assaulted him at Under Attack, when he was in his Luxury Suite Match. It was all hands on deck for Sienna who was also looking for Kelcey Wallace, she was there dressed like Zatanna and looking very sexy while showing off her tremendously fit body, which even to this day Sienna couldn’t believe she had attained while having to retire and being sick. Sienna though had other plans while she was there, drinking a Vodka Tonic, while the Yacht was beginning to leave port. Sienna wanted to make sure that everyone remembered not only this night but the lengths this woman would go to make sure that everyone heard her cries. One person that knew was Xiomara, who admittedly was worried she would try something stupid on a night which everyone agreed to be peaceful. Bree had her own plans to get attention, petty one’s at that yes but they were both on a mission to make a statement tonight in some way shape or form. As the port begun to change into a dot in the distance, Sienna’s silver wig strands blew in the sea breeze….
Xiomara: “Here we go, there is no turning back now munequa.”
Sienna: “Whoever said I wanted to turn back, we came to have a good time, right? I mean why else would we be here?”
Xiomara: “Is that what it is, Sienna? A good time and that’s it?”
Sienna: “How little faith you have in me sweetie. Considering last year Kelcey literally attacked me and almost bashed my head in, I think the one you need to worry about is not me but her.”
Bree turned around to both women and smiled to Sienna…
Bree: “Babe, just promise to behave please.”
Sienna: “I would tell you the same thing considering who’s boat we are on.”
Bree smirks a little and winks, she then notices her niece Jaina and walks over to her….
Bree: “Be right back ladies.”
Sienna: “Take your time, sweetie.”
Xiomara: “All I am saying is be careful, we are on a yacht, if you try anything the only way off is in the shark infested waters of the cold Pacific Ocean during feeding time. I don’t think we need to go down to those levels, right?”
Sienna: “Is this a Halloween party or an episode of fucking shark week?! What is it with you Xiomara and Bree? I need for you both to start trusting me a little.”
Xiomara: “Well do you blame us for being a little on edge about tonight?”
Sienna: “Look, I may have had some episodes lately, but I am not flipping stupid. I would never do anything to jeopardize us on this ship, relax, drink, have a good time, mingle, I will do my best to behave and don’t plan on doing anything which will put us all in a bad predicament.”
Xiomara: “Okay, that’s all I wanted to hear so I’m going to take your word on that munequa. Want another drink?”
Sienna: “Yes, please.”
As Xiomara steps away to the bar, Sienna’s eyes are locked on Kelcey greeting all the guests, a few people are around her like Owen Cruze, Peyton Rice and Blake Mason. Regan Street seems to be keeping an eye on the Angel as well after their small talk before boarding and part of her really wanted to reach out and talk to Regan some more, she wanted to listen, and nothing she wants more than for her to be a part of her life, but right now that is not possible. Just then as she turned, Christian Cannon is seen leaning against the bow of the ship looking down at the ocean, Sienna with an arched eyebrow looks over at her stepson who was in a three-piece suit and wearing his EMERGE SPIRIT Championship over his shoulder.….
Sienna: “Just what the hell are you supposed to be dressed as?”
Christian: “Something many folks here aren’t, a champion… No offense.”
A slight snicker escapes the lips of Sienna. Christian arrogantly smirks. Sienna has had a very good relationship with Christian after all that mess with Kelcey happened. The South African beauty doesn’t hesitate and hugs him before kissing him on the cheek….
Sienna: “It’s good to see you, I know Sierra is somewhere around here, where is your dad?”
Christian: “He didn’t come.”
She automatically looked dejected and sighed….
Sienna: “I see… Did he say why?”
Christian: “I don’t know, but I can imagine it is probably because of the twat who owns this boat. But I can tell you one thing, he is with Nathaniel this weekend so that could be why too.”
Her eyes widened, and the thought of asking to turn the yacht around so she could go see him and Nathaniel crossed her mind, the anxiety grew some, Christian could automatically see what she was thinking on her face…
Christian: “You’re not swimming back to shore.”
Sienna: “I….. damn it, why didn’t anyone tell me?! I could be there instead of here…”
Christian: “I don’t think it was pre-planned. With dad not coming, he was just an obvious choice.”
Sienna: “I know it’s just…”
Christian: “You won’t want to hear it, and hell you’ve probably heard this a lot Sienna, but take it from me if no one else, just let it be”
Sienna: “Let it be? If you being to sing a Beatles track to me, I am going to slap you.”
Christian laughed as did Sienna, that little quip cheered her up a little…
Christian: “I wouldn’t dream of it. But I do know you want to be with my father and little brother, but right now I think it is best that you give him space. He still loves you; it has just been a really weird and difficult time for all of us. Besides, right now you’re pretty much stuck here for at least the next five hours until we get back to dock.”
Sienna: “Unfortunately.”
Christian rested a hand on Sienna’s shoulder sympathetic to her feelings. He knew she was hating the rift between her and Chris, she only wished he see things like she did again.
Christian: “Look at it this way, at least you know that he is safe.”
Sienna: “I guess… I just miss my family, Christian and despite what people see I am trying to do good, but it is so bloody hard right now… When I look at her prancing around this ship, showing off her ass, in those fishnet stockings and those heels, smiling, laughing, knowing Nathaniel is with his father and because of it I know their relationship keeps growing and growing again….”
Christian: “Why do you think that is? It’s because you are pushing him in that direction. Look, I don’t want to choose sides or get involved because honestly, I love you all, but I understand what you’re going through all the same. I lost Jennifer to Owen Cruze remember.”
Sienna: “Yeah…. I remember That was pretty bad.”
Christian: “Bad? Try terrible, she was the love of my damn life… We were going to elope once upon a time, almost got to Vegas. But it’s out of my control, and trust me I am not saying that your relationship with my father is over, not at all.”
Sienna: “Then what are you trying to say?”
Christian: “If you go on the course I think you’re looking on doing, if you keep pushing him toward Kelcey, what do you think is going to happen?”
Sienna let out a sigh, almost looking deflated while leaning against the barrier….
Sienna: “Owen and Jennifer…”
Christian: “Yes.”
Sienna: “Well, from what I have noticed Jaina seems to like you, I think that is obvious, she is cute, but if you two hook up, don’t hurt her. The last thing we need is another Cannon sticking their finger up our proverbial ass.”
Christian: “I take offense to that. Besides Jaina and I are just friends.”
Sienna: “Yeah yeah…”
She smirks, sipping her drink as he nods, smiling back as well. Their relationship was always a strong one surprisingly, and Sienna at the party really didn’t change much. Sienna however was kicking herself for not investigating better and knowing that Chris was going to be home with Nathaniel, but if she had done though she didn’t know how he would react toward her if she just showed up out of the blue… Here however Sienna at least felt comfortable around Christian, but yet she could feel her anger slowly growing every few seconds, this wasn’t helped by glaring at Kelcey from afar….
Which her stepson clearly noticed…
Christian: “I feel like I need to stay close to you in case you decide to throw someone overboard. That would be extremely tragic considering what I hear is in the water right now. With it being dark and all, you know sharks feed.”
Sienna: “You are the second person who has told me that already which doesn’t help because all it does is make me want to throw someone overboard even more, like Selena Frost, no one would jump in and save her, well maybe Regan, then she would drown or get eaten by a Great White Shark too and I would be riddled in guilt and overdose on sleeping pills, yeah bad idea.”
Christian: “Wow, you just ran through every emotion in a few sentences, remind me never to fuck with you.”
Sienna: “Christian, you should know that. Anyway, you are not my anchor tonight, I don’t need a babysitter or for you to waste the night trying to make sure I behave, I already have two zookeepers, I don’t need a third.”
Christian: “I just don’t want to see anything happen which could be avoided.”
Sienna: “I know, but what I am saying is, go mingle, have fun with Jaina and the other pretty girls on this yacht which I’m sure have caught your eye, I will be fine, I promise.”
Christian: “Would you be angry if I said that I didn’t believe you?”
Sienna: “Furious.”
Christian: “Okay, then I won’t say anything more, but I am just an arm length away if you get the urge to do something crazy.”
The gorgeous Angel rolls her eyes and laughs a little to herself in disbelief….
Sienna: “You too, Christian? I am NOT crazy, I am NOT insane, I am not frigid or mentally incapable of knowing what is right or wrong, I am simply impulsive and I have a right to be after the way I was treated, right?”
Christian: “I cannot argue that of course but I also know that a lot of what is going on continues to press the relationship between you and my dad. Sienna just be you. Be the woman my father fell in love with and treasured. That is all he is looking for, he sees this whole situation as volatile around Nathaniel, that is the state we are in now. It will pass, that much I promise.”
Sienna: “Yeah…. Yeah sure.”
Christian: “I am an arm’s length, remember if you need me.”
Sienna: “I know, thank you Christian.”
They hug again just as Xiomara walks up with drinks in her hands, he winks at Xiomara while looking her up and down before he heads over to Jaina. The beautiful Puerto Rican stares at him, then turns toward Sienna….
Xiomara: “Did your stepson just give me the “I want to fuck you” wink, girl? Because if he did, we need to talk about that. I know he had something with Peyton, but she is not our age, my name is Ms. Diaz not Ms. Robinson.”
Sienna: “Shut the fuck up Xiomara, he’s a horny kid and you’re fucking hot. There isn’t a guy here who wouldn’t want you in the sack, though most don’t even know you play for the other team.”
Xiomara: “Yeah I know although I am starting to enjoy men for some reason.”
Sienna: “Bitch, fucking Chris and I did this to you so is it all men or just one?”
Xiomara: “Yeah….. how about we change the subject. Kelcey came up to me while at the bar, she asked if you would meet her in the cabin, she wants to talk to you.”
Sienna: “Excuse me?”
Xiomara: “I am telling you what she told me, she wants to talk to you, alone. Just the two in the cabin, I am serious. I told her that I didn’t know if you were down for that or not, so I said I would ask you.”
Sienna: “Why… What is she playing at?”
Xiomara: “Maybe she is trying to extend an olive branch, Sienna? She could want to bury things and if that is the case, then you should take it.”
Sienna shook her head; she didn’t know if she was ready for that….
Sienna: “I don’t know if I am ready for that. We just left port and she wants to talk to me? Then it is five more hours of this shit?”
Xiomara: “Then why come tonight?”
Sienna: “I came here to show everyone that I am still willing to interact with all these assholes, even though most of them I wouldn’t hesitate to push some under the propeller. I also thought Chris would be here, I see Peyton decided to show up, I thought he would have come, especially with his two favorite girls here, being Pey and Kelcey which means I have probably dropped to third or maybe even tenth at this point. I shouldn’t have come.”
Xiomara glared at Sienna unamused and took a of her glass before casually slapping her arm with the back of her arm…
Sienna: “What?”
Xiomara: “Are you listening to yourself? Why are you being so damn negative here? Because Kelcey wants to talk to you? You ever think maybe that is a good thing, munequa.”
Sienna: “How could any good come from a conversation with that woman?”
Xiomara: “You must think with your head girl, think about Nathaniel in all of this too, chica. Come on, Sienna this is the opening you needed, get on her good side, get on Chris good side, he will see that you are trying and then you get back into the fold, you can work things out with him and get to spend time with Nathaniel, isn’t that what you want at the end of the day?”
Sienna: “Yes of course but at what expense? Kissing her perfect ass?”
Xiomara: “If need be… Play the damn game, fuck!”
She could hear the frustration in Xiomara’s voice. She had a point and for Sienna, there was an opening if that is what Kelcey wanted to talk to her about. She did recall overhearing Kelcey and Chris speaking about it in the park a few weeks ago, she had at least an idea of what was going to be said… But given the situation and the location, Sienna really didn’t have much of a choice, the ride was going to be long and she might as well ease things from the beginning if that was the course. She slowly nodded albeit reluctantly…
Sienna: “Fine, where is this cabin?”
Hearing that put a smile on the sexy Puerto Rican’s lips…
Xiomara: “Go through those doors, and she will be somewhere in there. Sienna, just stay calm, talk to her, listen to what she has to say, I think that the two of you have a lot to talk about and that includes the mierda in SCW. The Wonderland and….”
Sienna: “… Xiomara…. Stop with The Wonderland stuff, I know what I am doing with Giovanni Aries okay, you just need to trust me on this, much as it looks incriminating, right now he makes the most sense out of anyone and he is also looking for ….. I don’t know… We have the same enemies, that is all.”
Xiomara: “He is going to use you, you know, that right?”
Sienna: “Uh, no… I am going to use him. I can’t do it all on my own and he isn’t either, so chill out, I know what I am doing and so does the SCW. Sasha wants to cross me? Then she pays the price. Aligning myself with the guy who was almost fired by her, is not such a bad thing Xio, he can take the brunt of the blame… There is good that can come of it, trust me.”
Xiomara: “I hope some, just don’t tread in that water if you know what I mean.”
Sienna downs the rest of her first drink and places the cup on small bar, taking a deep breath and clearing her throat, ready to go talk to Kelcey….
Sienna: “Wish me luck.”
Xiomara: “You don’t need it, but good luck, munequa.”
The former South African Beauty Queen heads toward the cabin of the ship, she walks in and sees Kelcey sitting inside by herself, her heel is off, and she is rubbing her foot with the bright red polished nails. Her long sandy blonde hair hangs down, top hat on, as the gorgeous Perfect Ten looks up with her blue eyes and nods and a half smile….
Kelcey: “You know when I come up with these costumes, I never think about the shoes and the things they will do to my feet, especially on the deck of a yacht, go figure. I take it Xiomara told you to come and see me?”
Sienna: “Yes.”
Kelcey: “Come in, sit down please, and can I say that is an awesome costume, Sienna.”
Sienna: “Cut the small talk, Kelcey what do you want?”
Kelcey slowly nods accepting that maybe small talk wasn’t on the cards…
Kelcey: “To the point it is then, okay I can deal with that, at least do me the honor and sit down. Seeing you standing up is making me anxious and the last thing we need is for an altercation on the yacht in front of 60 plus people.”
Sienna chuckled shaking her head…
Kelcey: “Look I don’t want to fight, Sienna, I want to talk about a lot of things that we need to address, and I think this has gone too far now. I was hoping that we could set everything aside and be adults about it all.”
Sienna: “Adults? What are you trying to imply, that I don’t; have a right to want to knee you in the jaw right now after all that you have done to me?”
Kelcey: “Is this just about you then? what about me, Sienna? Chris? Scott? Nathaniel? Everyone else that is a part of our lives that have been directly or indirectly affected by our war which has raged on since when? 2008? The first day we met during all the pageantry. You have always been jealous of me for no reason, because look at you, Sienna!”
Kelcey motions towards the beautiful south African and smiles almost adoringly…
Kelcey: “You are the most beautiful woman I have ever set my eyes on but what you don’t get is allure and glamour has always been the whole package. It doesn’t matter what you look like, if you’re hideous inside. What more do I have to do in order to prove it to you, huh? You wanted to cut to the point so here it is, you are now treading in dangerous waters, Sienna because this feud, this rivalry of your making now has a child involved. One which from the very beginning you tried to take from me.”
Sienna listened to everyone word, and that anger inside that had been growing was beginning to rear its head now. She however recalled the words of Bree, of Xiomara and even Christian… and managed to remain composed…
Sienna: “You’re right I did and why was that because you couldn’t physically take care of him; I was thinking of the safety of the child and of you quite frankly which is why Chris and I spared no expense on your medical care, we could have left you to on the wayside and let that family of yours try and help, but Chris was adamant on making sure you were cared for correctly and I was happy to comply with him… Look at you now, a full road to recovery… So let me ask you this, if we hadn’t what would have happened if your Parkinson’s got out of control and it was too much for Chris to handle with a baby which you knew the risks and put his and your life on the line.”
Kelcey sighs while she slides her heel back on and stands, now Sienna and Kelcey are almost nose to nose, Sienna a little taller than Kelcey, but neither budge from each other’s personal space….
Kelcey: “What are you drinking?”
Sienna: “Huh?”
Kelcey: “What are you drinking?”
Sienna: “A vodka tonic, why?”
Kelcey walks over to the small private bar, she takes out a body of Louis XIV, two glasses and pours some in each, sliding one over to Sienna who looks a bit confused….
Kelcey: “Blake keeps the expensive stuff down here, that’s $200 a shot, there is about three shots in that glass, I would never share this with anyone, but I feel like you and I need to share one now and talk, we need to hash this out for the sake of Chris and Nathaniel, wouldn’t you agree with me on that if not on anything else?”
Sienna: “I could. The question is do I want to, especially after everything we have been through?”
Kelcey: “I don’t know, Sienna. You tell me because you’re the only one that could answer that. Right now we can sit and have a few drinks, we can talk and hash out our differences, so that way we can enjoy the rest of the party, or we can part ways here and now and go down the road to perdition we both now are on and both suffer the consequences.”
Kelcey holds up her glass, waiting for Sienna to react, the Heavenly Angel looks to the cabin door and considers option two, the idea of her suffering was a enjoyable thought but she decides the opposite instead and finally grabs the glass and toasts with her adversary before they both drink some. Kelcey places her glass back on the counter, turning to look out at the party, they are up in the upper deck overlooking the party….
Kelcey: “Do you know why they are here?”
Sienna: “Free food and booze?”
Kelcey chuckles, finding that quite funny, turning back to Sienna who sips the Cognac, where is seems like things have calm down some but are still very tense between both women…
Kelcey: “It’s because they want an escape. They come to my parties, because they know that anything going on outside whether on a personal level or in the ring stays on shore. When this is over, they will all pack their things, head back to their normal lives, we will all go back to kicking the shit out of each other on the national and international stage, and everything is back to normal. Therefore, I was hoping that you were coming tonight.”
Sienna: “I came because I thought Chris was going to be here, I found out that he was staying at home taking care of Nathaniel, and well, if I could have hopped off and swam back to shore, I would have, but I value my limbs and I’ve seen Jaws enough times to deter me from that decision. But I’ll give you this, I didn’t expect to talk to you, not after all that has happened. Despite how things go tonight, there is no going back, Kelcey.”
The Perfect Ten turns back around, their blue eyes meet….
Kelcey: “Sienna, I agree. We will never be friends, we will never be sisters or associates, we will never be partners or allies, that ship sailed a long time ago and with the actions that have been happening recently, I am inclined to believe that you will continue to pursue my demise, because you blame me for taking Nathaniel from you when it was Chris who decided to make the call. And you know why, it was because he saw with his own eyes how unstable you had become, and that is why I am talking to you now, because I want to help you get better, so that way you can be a part of Nathaniel’s life.”
Sienna laughed unexpectedly, she couldn’t believe what she just heard and took another sip from her glass…
Sienna: “Excuse me? Are you serious?”
Kelcey: “Look at me, I am very serious. I haven’t told Chris about this, but there is a place that you can go and visit, a place you can stay for the treatment, it is like a vacation, take a few weeks off, it is just as much spiritual as it is mental retreat, there are some great doctors there among other people….”
Kelcey pulls out the pamphlet from under the bar and handed it to Sienna….
Kelcey: “I wasn’t always like this; I was a mess when I first got out of the coma and they helped me after I found out what happened. You know I am huge on Yoga, it has done wonders, but so many people want you to talk to a shrink, this was, no it is better. Because you obviously won’t want to hear this but these influences outside your circle are poisoning your mind, Sienna. From the Wonderland to even your bestie, Bree. You want to see Nathaniel? You want to fix things with Chris?”
Sienna: “Wait… hold up fix things with Chris? Are you encouraging that we repair what has been broken?”
Kelcey: “Yes, why?”
Sienna: “Because you want him back, that’s why and don’t deny it.”
Kelcey: “Sienna, that is not what this is about, I am thinking about you. Look what has been going on, your siding with Giovanni, you’re watching him attack me from behind, taking Sasha out, almost ending Jordan’s career. You even tried to come after me and forced my hand where I had to defend myself against you and I know that was embarrassing, add on top of that the complete break down between you and Chris, what more do you need me to say, huh?”
Sienna didn’t say anything, she had things she wanted to say but bit her tongue… This of course didn’t stop Kelcey preaching to her however which Is how it sounded…
Kelcey: “At what point do we say enough is enough? You come to my house and practically barged in, you tried to assault me and came try to take Nathaniel from me, that is criminal Sienna, and I did nothing against my better judgement. And you know why I didn’t?”
Sienna: “Why, enlighten me.”
Kelcey: “Because, I’ve been where you are. I know you miss him, I can see it in your eyes, the way you act when he is around, I get that but here is the thing, regardless of that all you have to understand and you have to accept that I am his birth mother, it was my body that I put on the line to have him, it was my choice to do that for my husband at the time. Now I know things are different but that doesn’t mean he cannot have a great relationship with his stepmother, does it?”
Sienna didn’t know what to say, it seemed like this all came from out of left field and blindsided her. She wasn’t thrilled about the pamphlet or that Kelcey suggested she was mentally ill or unstable. Sienna was trying to control herself though, promising not to make a scene as her friends put trust in her not to do so. She takes a deep breath and looks at the pamphlet, before turning her attention back to Kelcey while her stomach tied itself into a knot….
Sienna: “I idolized you Kelcey, ever since I was a young girl, a scared model that just started out in the business, you were the person I always patterned myself after and it was a huge mistake, because no matter how hard I tried, I was never going to be you, but I want you to know something between the two of us… I came to your aid when the son of a bitch that owns this yacht tore you down in front of millions. He put Chris on the shelf, he let Bree talk down to you and me, he did all he could to make you grovel, and I paid the price sticking up for you….”
Kelcey: “…. Sienna I know and every day I think about that time, trust me….”
Sienna: “Trust, those ideas are pipe dream. The day I knew that you thought so little of me was when you asked Selena Frost to team with you instead of me. You lost that match because of her, but you could never give me the respect that you gave that cunt… So if you were ever curious as to when, this is when I started to hate you, because before, it was jealousy, I will admit it.”
Kelcey: “What about now?”
Sienna: “Now? Well I know I am better than you, but then you take Nathaniel? Chris is all but gone now, my entire world is shattering as I try to make head and tails of it all and the irony of it all is if anyone can relate to what I’m going through, it is you. But of course, when the world looks at me, I am unstable, right? I am crazy and on the brink of insanity? But let me ask you this, honestly what would they think of you if they found out about when you tried to kill the baby!”
Kelcey: “I didn’t…..”
Sienna: “If I am to be honest with you Kelcey then show me the goddamn respect and be honest with me!”
Kelcey: “…. Sienna….”
Sienna: “TELL ME! Or are you a fucking coward?”
The two women were once again nose to nose, invading the others personal space and the anger flowing through the body of Sienna was on the brink of releasing and it would have as well had Kelcey remained silent on the matter, however…
Kelcey: “…. Fine. I had a moment of weakness is that what you want to hear? I did hit my stomach against the rail of my deck a few times before Regan stopped me…”
Sienna’s eyes widen, her hands start to shake as Kelcey grabs the cognac….
Sienna: “Kelcey! Wait…. Sto…..”
…..and begins to drink it down, slamming the glass on the counter, both women staring at one another in a very quiet and awkward moment. Sienna lowering her head, she seems a bit dejected…
Kelcey: “Relax, I can hold my liquor. As for Nathaniel…. I did. But you have tried to hurt him too, and we have tried to kill each other for too damn long and I am sick, and I am tired of this Sienna. It needs to stop, and it needs to stop now.”
Sienna: “I don’t think it can.”
Kelcey: “Yes, it can stop, but we need to be willing to do so. If we don’t then this will never end and someone is going to get hurt, very, very bad. Whether it is you, me, Chris, or the baby, it needs to stop. Please, Sienna just think about it, and at least let us call a truce for tonight.”
Sienna didn’t say anything at first before finally looking up at Kelcey, slowly nodding….
Sienna: “…. Okay and yes, a truce.”
Kelcey: “Good, here….”
Kelcey pours them both another drink, as they both down another short of Cognac. It was a bit surreal by Sienna that she was having this moment with Kelcey, but as it happened in the beginning of the night, the one thing she was grateful for was the fact they were able to go about their business the rest of the night. Sienna took the pamphlet, folded it up and stuck it in her cat suit…..
Three Hours Later
The party had gone rather smooth baring one instance where Cookie fell into a pool, and another when Bree and Blake went at it which was expected. Sienna had behaved but kept to herself most of the night, she danced a little, drank a lot but was still sober and not belligerent. She watched Kelcey lean over the side of the yacht, she seemed to be feeling seasick which wasn’t a surprise, things like that happened. She was holding her heels in hand, there was even a thought for a moment that Sienna would push her overboard. She started to come close to her, then Blake showed up to check on her, she nodded, and he had announced a call, he wanted to say something to the crowd. He stood up on the sta with her, looked around and had a mic in hand, Sienna folded her arms, Xiomara and Bree next to her….
Just as Blake was about to speak, Kelcey begun to sway a little and not long after that collapsed.
There was an audible gasp as many rushed to make sure she was alright, Blake picking her up and carrying her to the cabin below instructing the captain to get back to shore. Sienna’s eyes narrowed, watching what unfolded the entre time, emotionless.
Farmlands
Present Time
Her head was lowered, hands tucked into her pockets, staring at the water, the reflection of the gorgeous South Africa like glass on the small waves reminded her of who she used to be. She could have killed Kelcey, it was known that the Perfect Ten was taken to the hospital afterwards and spent the night there but released the next day. All she could think about was that moment and just how much Chris was starting to fall for her again, not including the love Blake had, in many ways Sienna had become jealous of the attention, not including what she has done and what Kelcey took from her. There was going to be a ripple effect, one that she knew would start more rifts in her life with the people who were once her lovers, friends and allies. Sienna sighed, Nathan could tell that there was something wrong, and he had heard what happened with her parents, and all the things she endured with Social Media and the SCW. He cleared his throat, wanting to make sure that he had Sienna’s attention….
Nathan: “Angel?”
Sienna: “Grandpa…. I’m sorry, I was just thinking about a few things.”
Nathan: “It’s alright. We can ride the bend, go into the bush a little, then be back by sunset for dinner.”
Sienna: “Sounds great, grandpa.”
Nathan: “Perfect, come on. I am glad you are home.”
Sienna: “Grandpa….. I need to tell you something.”
Nathan: “What is it?”
Sienna: “I……..”
She wanted to confess everything to him right then and there, feeling compelled to tell him everything, in hopes that he doesn’t judge her. She was feeling too much pain inside, which was turning to rage. She lowered her head, placing her soft hands on his shoulders, finally able to look up at him…
Sienna: “Grandpa…. I…… I am no Angel.”
Their eyes locked, never drifting, never looking away, as she then tried to speak as he listened closely, this was her time to repent, to be honest with the one man she trusted more than anyone…
Even Chris.
And all she could think about was that night.
Long Beach, CA.
Offshore
Halloween Night
It was around 11 pm, an hour before the yacht was supposed to return. An ambulance waited for Kelcey as they rolled her out on a stretcher. There were many concerned attendees there including Owen, Peyton and Blake who didn’t leave her side the whole time. They loaded her up on the back of the ambulance, as the sirens came on and she was driven off. The party goers were talking among themselves, they all had a good time, unfortunately it was cut short due to Kelcey being sick. As many of her closest friends go to their cars to head toward the hospital, though some were pretty drunk, Sienna stood by the dock watching everything happen. Xiomara was next to her pacing, Bree Lancaster was sighed, also looking a bit troubled….
Xiomara: “I’m going to call Chris.”
Sienna: “Okay.”
Xiomara steps away, dialing her cell as Sienna continues to stand there, the sirens can still be heard, the flashing lights bouncing off her green eyes. Bree is glaring over at her….
Sienna: “What?”
Bree: “You went through with it.”
Sienna says nothing, reaching into her cleavage and holding the small bag with some residue powder. She thinks back to the moment Kelcey turned around to look at the crowd on the deck of the yacht, it was enough time for Sienna to add the contents in her drink and stir it with her finger. All she could think about was Kelcey taking the drink and for a second Sienna tried to stop her, but it was too late…
It was too late.
Sienna: “What do you think.”
The Angel slowly starts to walk toward her car as Bree looks on, she cracks a smirk before following her bestie while Xiomara is trying to get a hold of Chris. Sienna did the deed, the question was, what did she do and what consequences come with it…..
Only Sienna can answer that while staring down at the pamphlet Kelcey gave her, dropping in on the road of the parking lot while walking away.
SCENE FADES
REC:
“I know you hate me.
This much is true.
There was a time when all I ever wanted and reveled in was the acceptance of the people, the fans of wrestling and the fashion industry. I made some mistakes early in my life and paid for them dearly but decided to come clean and show the entire world that I was an honest person. What has happened since? There are those who think I like to put blame on everyone but myself for what has happened, the notion of reap what you sow has become the heir apparent here with my actions and words. Isn’t it easy to point fingers at me? When I had a husband, I loved dearly and a child I adored, yet all anyone looks at is how Kelcey Wallace is the parent and Chris Cannon buckled under pressure. My personal life has always been an open book, living in the spotlight, constantly followed every single day of your life, people never get to notice the truth behind what is said and done as I have always been transparent, you just don’t like it.
From every single wrestler I have faced, asked for rematches, the chance to be the betterment of what I have always claimed, even those who have wronged me yet there is a status quo, a double standard which only favors the chosen and those who fallen in line with the boss? Jordan Majors becomes the darling because she can walk out on her own power after I basically I dominated her in two matches in a row but they find my faults, polarizing them to a point that is all they talk about and not see my performance no matter what happened at the end of the match?
This is the world we live in and what I must deal with on a consistent basis.
Now?
I want you to hate and loathe my existence, I could care less about your opinions or thoughts. Every time I walk out to the ring or even my fucking house, all I want to hear is the boos and jeers of the same people who have taken away everything I love, all this does is empower me, and as the Tag League continues and we were robbed last time out, we will go ahead by 6 points. We will leave as Tag Team Champions no matter who we face in the finals, but I will tell you this much, who I am and what I represent matters not in the grand scale of things to any of you, for I want to come as a shock and surprise when I leave all your heroes lying in my wake, on my way back to the very top of this company like I was at this time last year, a World Champion robbed by an idiots Trios Cash-In…
Not anymore.
As I come home and listen to them cheer my name, ascending into the heavens of this company…
My way.”
/REC
THE FIRST DAUGHTER OF SOUTH AFRICA
Alberton, South Africa, a southern suburb of Johannesburg, where Sienna Swann grew up, on a farm that her grandparents still own. She would come here all the time with her younger sister, Sierra and spend summers there, it was such a simple life back then with over 5 acres of land. Kromvlei is the exact little township, and when Sienna saw where the tour was going for the SCW and South Africa was on the schedule, she knew this would be a welcome home like no other. Around the world Sienna Swann is not seen as anything other than a woman who is evil and manipulative in every way, they see her as the one who tried to destroy so many careers and fight against the SCW, using the For The People movement to garner some attention and sympathy, while using it to elevate her stature around the world. Sienna though wanted more than just to be liked, she wanted to be perfect and her idol was always Kelcey Wallace. She then became her enemy and now the ire of her revenge plot that started at the Halloween Party right before she came Australia and then now here in her home country.
This has become the stage for the beautiful Sienna Swann to be praised and revered as the National Hero she is, a stark contrast from the reaction she receives in the United States and places around the globe. She is happy to be home, where no one judges her, where family will attend Breakdown to watch her in action, where the people actually celebrate her existence and what she has done in the fashion, modeling and wrestling industry, breaking barriers and while she did make some mistakes in her career, they have been forgiven, she is basically what Donald Trump is to his base, she could do no wrong. Sienna was going to take advantage of it, being a long time since she was cheered and supported, and now while spending time with her grandparents, talking some time alone to be with them, bringing Xiomara and Bree Lancaster along with them to at least come and visit, see where it all started was an eye opener for them too. Now comes the Tag Team League, and their last match up ended in a double disqualification against the A/C Unit getting no points, now seeing themselves in a must win against Matt Hodges, a man that she has run into a few times and they have had some intense confrontations, the other is his partner Subarashi. With only 4 points, they need this win to get to 6 and keep pace with some of the other teams. On the farm, Sienna is in jeans and ankle leather brown boots, a tan halter top with her long blonde hair slicked back with a high ponytail, nails a glossy coating. She is with Xiomara also in jeans, black boots and a blue bouse, her long hair down and no polish on her nails. The camera begins to record as Sienna leans against a wooden fence looking out at the horses on the terrain…
REC:
She takes a moment to take on all the surroundings, the cool breeze blows as she starts to speak in her sexy, South African accent….
“I AM FINALLY HOME!
Most of you could care less, but I am now in a country that loves their first daughter, and a land where I grew up in as a little girl on this farm. The sycophants think they have me figured out, always talking about Sienna Swann the privileged, Sienna Swann the rich and elitists, no. I made my riches through hard work and dedication, for this is my simple and honest beginnings. The last time I was here in Johannesburg was early 2016, where I was basically getting my feet wet and faced then Syren for the World Championship on a house show and lost. Back then I really didn’t understand the importance of who I would become and the star to surpass all those who ever doubted me. Sienna Swann became a brand, an institution, a chance for little South African girls of all colors to look up to me and know that they too can make it anywhere, for this is not America, they do honor their heroes, never turn their backs on the people who like them had a humble beginning. For everything that I have been going through in the last few months and even before Rise to Greatness, to finally have some peace and know that I am appreciated for my talents and contributions to both the fashion and wrestling industries. The South African’s recognize who is the greatest athlete in all of the SCW and arguably the world.
They know talent and the TRUTH.
They were the small percentage of THE PEOPLE who trusted in me, I was going to come here with what I have done throughout my career and help with aid, it was all curtailed though the minute everyone else including the arrogant American’s who can’t even have a bloody election correctly without some maniac and controversy questioning the result, that is NOT who we are here in South Africa and for once, I feel patriotic and proud to be amongst my family, friends and the thousands who adore me. Does that change anything though? My approach, what I have been accused of, how the SCW and its owners see me now? They will continue to press me, not wanting Bree Lancaster and I to advance and win this tournament, it goes against everything they want when I should be getting title matches for the United States and Adrenaline Championships after we win the tag and then I could be a Supreme Champion in 2021. Sasha and Katya do not want that, pushing their own agenda which is why I will NOT fail my people here on Breakdown tomorrow night.
I came home with nothing, I wanted to show off my handsome husband and little boy, arriving with all the pomp and circumstance, instead I stand here with broken wings as a fallen angel but that has never deterred me from the ultimate goal of being a World Champion again, and dominating this company like I have the last few years. See, they want to destroy South Africa’s ONLY SCW World Champion of all time, they do not recognize the glass ceilings I have shattered, instead they try to turn my victories into defeats, a perfect example is Jordan Majors at Rise to Greatness and Apocalypse. Why are they so petty and frivolous, that question has one answer…
Jealousy.
We are now in a world where there is a divide and people must choose a side, there is no unity, there is no common good or infectious evil, they are subject to interpretation. I am a woman that cares, who was brought up with decency and compassion, yet I step out of the room talking to Giovanni Aries and everyone continues to question me, why?
I’m already tagged Public Enemy Number One, why care if I am speaking with one of the most hated men in professional wrestling today? It never really mattered from the offset what is happening now or later, to understand and see who I am and what I represent is too much of a challenge for many of you, so instead I am chastised, thrown to the wolves, and left there to die. There is no reasoning behind it and now that I am home, now that I have arrived in front of those who actually understand me, they know the struggles here, so going out there is nothing new, always spit upon or looked down because we are from Africa, only fuels my fire and desire to continue the fight. What has happened the last few months should have broken anyone else, but not Sienna Swann, oh no. I have dealt with it, even at the price of my own self-destruction at times, but here in the SCW?
I will not be stopped.
And so, after the A/C Unit was lucky in not taking a loss to us a few weeks ago, Bree and I now glare upon the team of Matt Hodges and Subarashi. Bree and Hodges have their own personal vendetta thing going on, I do not. It is quite unfortunate that Matt Hodges stands before me within my hometown….
Because he intrigues me.”
Sienna leans against the wooden fence, her horse comes up right behind her as she pets the face and then mane. Xiomara looks on as Sienna has been a lot calmer these last few days then in recent weeks. While she doesn’t care or know much about Subarashi, when it comes to Matt Hodges, they have had a couple of run ins that have been quite ominous in nature. There is something there, a feeling she gets when looking at him. Sienna turns back to ward the camera to speak….
“Subarashi….
“The Demon Slayer”.
I have always wondered why a man wears a mask, it is usually to hide someone’s identity, maybe out of shame or criminality. They want to be mysterious, cool or like Cookie, a fantastical cosplayer who has the lines of blurred between real and fake. Subarashi, there is no denying your talent, what you have done since coming to the SCW has been a quiet progression of win after win, but I ask you now, am I a Demon? Has what the SCW labeled me now give you meaning and purpose to try and slay Sienna Swann, who by role has always been the Heavenly Angel of the SCW until they took everything from me at the end of 2019 and moving forward? Are you going to condone their actions toward me and what the company and owners have been doing since the very first day they took over when I refused to kiss their asses? Yes, Subarashi, there is evil in this world and I would even agree with you that some are demonic entities that need to be stopped. Molesters, murderers, abusers, these are all the type that need to burn in hell, but what about Bree Lancaster and Sienna Swann?
Am I evil because the SCW and Sasha said so?
Have you become the Bounty Hunter to take Sienna Swann down and rid the promotion of me finally, or could it be small victories like pretty much eliminating Bree and I from reaching the finals of this Tag League when everyone knows we deserve thew tag team title shot anyway without having to waste our time through this process? Talk to me, tell me what is happening, at what point do we stop for a moment and look at the truth here, Subarashi? Take off your mask, let me see your face, the one where I will crack its jaw just so I know who I am defeating. See Demon Slayer, I am not the enemy you seek, I have been a victim of smearing and defamation, a circumstance I have had to deal with for quite some time and now I look upon everyone that stands shoulder to shoulder ready for my demise and wonder to myself, if they really believe they can do it. Here is a spoiler alert, Subarashi, they cannot. And what about your partner, Matt Hodges, clearly he doesn’t see me as the enemy, he understands what it is like to be singled out and talked about in a negative way, he has embraced it, I have not, for this is not who I am Subarashi, I am truly the heroine here, while the real Demons are those you have pledged to work for. The SCW doesn’t care about you, they see Subarashi as a side show act, a very entertaining one, but at one point are they going to move on, when are they going to decide that this is the time now that we start pushing those who never deserved it, men like Blake Mason and Owen Cruze, Tommy Valentine and Jake Starr? What you are protecting is favoritism and prejudice, is that what you want to be known for, as you step into the ring with one of the greatest wrestlers in the world and IN my hometown?
See, Subarashi, I am not a demon, far from it. I do not need to be purged or cleansed, neither does Bree, can’t you see that what we stand for is exactly what the SCW cannot stand? They want puppets, they need more sheep to follow the shepherd. I am not part of that herd; my name is not Selena Frost. Now you stand in my way, for the first time in this tournament sir, you are not the one who will be victimized, for I cannot and WILL not lose in South Africa, in front of MY people, those who have supported me through thick and thin, as I have come back to interviews, newspaper articles and a parade they will throw for me later, lining the streets with an angelic presence, does that sound like a demon to you, Subarashi?
No.
Sienna Swann is an Angel, she has always been the Angel. What has occurred in my life and career in recent mirror is all part of my fight, the struggle to stay afloat, to make myself stronger, and though I have been accused of losing my mind, signs of some psychotic episode, the edge and brink of madness, what I am and stand for Subarashi is the unfortunately the minority and come Breakdown tomorrow night, it will not be I who is slayed….
It will be you.
For the real demons that are out there are the Jason Helms who you have had meetings with, those who disguise themselves as For The People, when it was I the entire time. The hunt ends….
On MY killing fields.”
Her frosty blue eyes narrow some, glaring into the camera as Xiomara looks on. Sienna knows the challenge ahead, two very talented wrestlers in Subarashi and Matt Hodges, but she also knows that this is one of the most important matches of her career, wrestling in front of her hometown, where the last time she was there, she had lost. Matt Hodges presents an interesting challenge, and Sienna knows about Bree and getting hit with brass knuckles. She turns back and speaks…
“There are wrestlers in this company that stand for something, or at least they claim to. There are those who filed a purpose, they make their intentions known. There are others who simply do not care, they fight, forget remorse or consequence all in wanting to prove one thing, they are the best. That is Matt Hodges. For me, Matt Hodges and Bree Lancaster have already had some interaction, a pair of brass knuckles were involved, and they even had a PPV match, so the history between my partner and bestie along with the man who I have looked into his eyes before and felt something different, which none of that involves me. The prize is obvious, the stakes are high and what this match implicates is 2 points and who leads in out bracket. For me, this is simply about business, as I look at Matt Hodges and what do I see?
World Class.
I would be reminisced if I didn’t compliment Matt on his work so far in the SCW, it seems like he has the same enemies that I do. From Owen Cruze to Alistaire Allocco and everyone else in between, this is a man who gets it, who understands the work at hand and doesn’t care about the opinions of others, I can relate to Mr. Hodges which is why I feel this magnetic attraction to him on a professional level of course, and this is simply circumstance that I must face him in my hometown. Now, that doesn’t mean after all this admiration and praise, I am not going to go out there and do what I have been doing better than ANYONE in this business, and that is win. See Mr. Hodges, there is too much at stake right now for me to allow my interests which are piqued to get in the way of my better judgment for I know that you will do the same and if I let down for one moment, you will tear me apart and make me regret it which I find both captivating and carnal at the same time. Whatever your dealings are with Bree that is between you two, I can appreciate this little bit of bad blood that has been spilled for I know that Bree fully intends to get some revenge of her own and who am I to get in the way, right?
You and me though?
That is a different story, but when it comes to the ring, I anticipate a grand challenge, where the two of us can wrestle and show off in front of my people how it is done by spitting in the face of the authority and showing the real World Class and Angel of the SCW, for the one thing they are banking on is for us to destroy one another, but I see it different like you Matt, I know that you feel the same way about this challenge as I do, for I cannot say the same about your partner, Subarashi. He will go down with the ship Matt, he will cost you the 2 points needed and while the two lost their last match and we came up with zeroes, this is now a must win for both teams, and I think everyone here knows that when the back of Sienna Swann is against the wall, there is no one better to fight back and win. It’s cliché, I know but isn’t the SCW one big parody? Aren’t those they have thrown at you Matt a big fucking joke when it comes to morality? You and I both had huge wins at Rise To Greatness, we have both had the finger pointed at us for being cancers in the locker room and the backstage area, we have gone out of our way to make sure that everyone sees, hears and experiences our efforts to make a point….
We are two peas in a pod.
Wrestling though has a funny way of contradicting everything, it finds a way to pit us against one another, and while the rumors of your leg injuries and my mental instability are a bit over exaggerated, who I am and what I represent is more than just the by-product of the hatred the SCW ensues to those who do not fall into line, I am the woman they fear most, as I have become more than just some caricature like the rest of their bitches, I have risen above them all. You were gone for a long time Matt, and the last time you were here, lost to Kelcey Wallace, I remember watching it as I was just a rookie, I didn’t know much then, but what I did know, you were better than that….
But so am I.
And now I have ascended to the very top of the SCW, and this Tag Team League match will once again serve it’s purpose, as all I hear is Cookie and Jordan bragging about having eight points, they will not win this Matt, I will make sure of it and if that means I have to go through you to get there, then so be it and I wouldn’t expect anything less from you. I am not some pushover, we are not one of these makeshift teams that are barely hanging on by a thread, Ambitchous Angels ARE going to be the Tag Team Champions, not those two little bitches….
And yes, Matt Hodges….
I Want It ALL too.”
Xiomara smirks, looking over at Sienna who hops on her horse. Xiomara then hops on hers as Sienna takes a second to again look around at the beauty which is her hometown. She cannot fail, she cannot lose in front of her people, this is the chance for her to do some healing and the cheers from the crowd will help in that. She turns to speak….
“Matt Hodges and Subarashi?
Talent is a word that is synonymous to your names. A World Class Athlete and a Demon Slayer. I though am on a mission of vengeance, and for those who want to block my path and push me down a few pegs will find themselves failing miserably. I will walk upon my people a winner, and I will leave upon my people an Icon. There is nothing that anyone will do to stop Bree and I from success tomorrow night, and when our arms are raised, just remember what I said….
I am inevitable.
For victory is ours in Johannesburg, South Africa.
With a Kiss By An Angel.”
Still glaring at the camera, she finally cracks a smile, before riding off with Xiomara behind her, into he lands she grew up on, where she will perform in front of her people and come out….
Heavenly.
FADE TO BLACK
/REC
“As my sister, Sienna calms down, I would just like to say a few words. For the last year I have been pissing away my career in EMERGE, always watching the hell this company has put my sister through, and well…. It is not nice! Look what she has had to deal with. Divorce, losing a child, Laura Steinbeck? What about the For the People Movement, the chance to be a World Champion, Sasha continues to deny her? Didn’t anyone think that eventually she was going to fight back and what better than then with family, as I will say it right now, you people are rude and mean! My sister is an angel, I am an angel, we come from a family of Swann’s who are GOOD people but instead cancel culture decided to target Sienna and destroy her life, and so what did we do?
Sienna: “Did you just talk to me like I am some kind of make a wish kid?”
Xiomara: “Yeah…. I think we should head out, maybe stop at Criollo, I heard they are good, right Bree?”
Chris: “What?”
Peyton: “I….. I’m okay.”
Chris: “Not when it comes to the welfare of my son, Xio. Everyone seemed to have forgotten that he is MY son too, I am the father of Nathaniel, NO ONE else. I was not about to let him live in that kind of environment until Sienna and I fixed US first and if none of you are able to see, that is on you. You or Bree and anyone else may not agree what I did, but I did it for my son, and the last thing I want is for that child to grow up in a home where he becomes neglected or has to be forced to witness this business deteriorate our sanity right before his eyes. Deep down inside, Xiomara you know that I am right.”
Laura: “What was going on down there, where’s Xiomara?”
Judge: “You’re are all aware of why we’re here I take it. This is the child custody hearing of Nathaniel Cannon. Before we begin let me just say as a father myself, a parent that it is a shame that one so young has to experience this. However, he has the fortune of never actually knowing what happened this day. So I have to ask one final time before we begin, is there no chance of an agreement being reached outside of this court room?”
Howe: “Yes your honor, I have already spoken to my clients about this, and they wish not to have joint custody or visitations rights at this current time. They are willing to re-visit this of course at a later date like you said, but right now my clients do not want to at this moment.”
Chase: “Your honor, thank you for this time, before we heard from those here, I need to you and everyone else here to understand the reason Kelcey has never been a part of Nathaniel’s life is because Chris and Sienna have isolated him from Kelcey. While in a coma, they were granted power of attorney over her belongings because technically she was still married to Chris, who abused that power for his own gain to take Nathaniel from them.”
Scott: “Your honor, thank you for this opportunity. I would first start by saying that I love my brother, Chris. We have had out differences in the past, and in many ways, I betrayed his trust as he did mine as I have always believed Blood is thicker than water. While Kelcey was in a coma, Chris and Sienna put her in a private medical facility that isolated her away from the rest of her family and the guise of taking care of her. I wanted to believe that at first but after time, I was not content with this, I couldn’t accept it, because of the kind of woman Kelcey is, she is loving, intelligent and faithful and one mistake cost her marriage to my brother. Unfortunately, what happened between the two of them was a lot of misunderstanding, and my brother is the type of man that once it gets in his head, that is it. You could say it was a perfect storm of moments that has caused this situation. So, I took it upon myself to get Kelcey out of that situation before she awakened, and since then had been under the care of special doctors that I had paid for out of my own pocket, all the transcripts and necessary paperwork is all right there with Mr. Chase’s files that he turned in for us.”
Sienna: “He is.”
Crane: “When did you start smoking?”
Sienna Swann 