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IRL!

(Friday, September 2nd, 2022)

Friday Night SmackDown

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Damian did not take my plan orchestrated for the end of the show, his worry and distaste for a certain wrestling family seeping through, but his trust for me remained stronger. Rhea drug him back to catering and I meet Drew passing in the hallway for a final, confirming nod.

I slip into the shadows of the gorilla, waiting idly near the curtain as anticipation licks my veins. Successfully signing my contract and angering Ronda had been easy, childsplay even. This was stepping into uncharted territory, a challenge I'm willing to welcome.

My eyes narrow into slits at the tv screen adorning the wall above my head as I notice me on one of the canvas pictures out on display in the ring... what the hell. I can't interrupt, yet having my silhouette and hand on Roman's chest and title is fine? Of course. When my name and image runs the numbers and views, I'd be desperate too.

And somehow this doesn't pertain to me? Right.

Sami, Jimmy, and Jey take their unwarranted turns talking about Roman and the celebration until the screen flashes to a black suv arriving in the parking garage. Roman retires from the vehicle, taking his oh so sweet time to make it to the ring. Drew had suggested greeting him as he arrived with a claymore kiss to the face, but I had a much sweeter proposal, one that he actually was all for. He seemed all ears, foaming at the mouth for idea that ended with him reigning supreme over Roman at the end of the night, so working together didn't deem difficult.

I snake around to the side of the gorilla, bringing a camera crew member with me to the area set up for me.

Finally, Roman's music hits and he slowly strolls out and I wait until he reaches the end of the ramp before nodding and the camera woman positions her equipment.

"Oh, Roman." I sing, my face appearing on the screen for the crowd, viewers at home, and for him and the three stooges in the ring to see. His body tenses as he freezes inches before reaching the ring and turns back as Jimmy, Jey, and a paled-Sami look up. "Hi Big Dog." I wave my fingers. "I couldn't help but be bombarded this evening with the news of your TWO year celebration, wow! Congrats!" I emphasize, grinning slyly into the camera. "So glad to be included in this milestone, seeing myself on one of the portraits in the ring really brought the whole thing together, don't you think?" I notice his nostril twitch as he rocks his jaw back and forth, seemingly grinding his teeth. "Personally, I think it's a great touch considering this title reign of yours was reaching a boring streak of desperation to cling to the top before I gave it new life, you're welcome. Hmm.. matter of fact, why am I not being celebrated tonight?" I glance up for a moment, as if searching for an answer I already have articulated. "Ah, that's right! Your precious host warned me away from 'interrupting' your celebration tonight. Did you know that? Of course you did!" I chip, waving a hand. "Right? 'Head of Table'" I mock, "Whatever that means, everything has to be approved and ran by you. So, you most definitely approved Sami seeking me out tonight to make sure I steer clear of you and your celebration, in your best interest and desire, correct?"

Roman's face morphs dangerously into silent rage as he carefully turns to around to the ring. Jimmy and Jey both take a slight step back as Sami nervously glances back at them while Roman pins him down with a hard stare.

"Is that true?" I make out what Roman's saying to Sami. "You did that? Huh?!"

"Wh-I-I just didn't want your big night to b-be spoiled!" Sami stutters out. "After all my har-"

Roman shakes his head, taking a step closer. "You spoke to Crimson Kae on behalf of me? You speaking for me now? You making the decisions? You ordered her to stay away? Huh?" His voice grows louder with each question, even without a mic in his hand.

"I-I thought you hated her, Tribal Chief. I didn't want her to ruin your big night." Sami defends himself. Jimmy and Jey glance at each other with the same brows raised, wide-eyed expression. "After all she's tried these past several weeks!" He hastily adds

"And you thought you'd handle her for me? You thought you'd take care of my business? Acting like your the Tribal Chief now, huh?" Why don't you let me take care of my business!" Roman's voice roars.

"I-I didn't mean to step on any toes." Sami throws his hands up.

I giggle. Toes are meant to be stepped on. Seems the table needs some discussion of who's at the head of it. I bring my hand up to the camera, covering it before static takes over. I nod to those in the gorilla and my music hits as Roman is still talking to Sami outside of the ring, Jimmy and Jey's attention quickly snapping up from whispering to each other, lighting up when they realize it's my entrance. After several uncomfortable, 'is she coming out' seconds I emerge from the back and Roman's whole body appears rigid and he turns to face me. Sami shakes his head in disappointment, which I believe is premature, I haven't even done anything yet....

I stop halfway down the ramp, many feet in front of Roman and raise my hand up to wave my fingers before blowing him a kiss, just as Drew hops over the barricade from the crowd and slams into Roman's cheek with a Claymore. I smirk as Jimmy and Jey look floored, mouths falling open in shock while Sami's hands fly up to his head, unsure of what to do. Sami hurries off the apron, approaching Drew mouthing off until Drew slams his head into him, knocking him to the ground. Pulling off his black tank, Drew stares down the twins before sliding into the ring and they try jumping into action, getting several kicks in before he stands and shoves them back. As he takes care of them inside the ring, Roman stirs below. I stride forward as he glances up at me, eyes connecting with mine and I stop merely steps in front of him.

"Happy two year celebration." I hum menacingly staring down at him. "And good luck tomorrow night, Big Dog." And with that I step back, letting Drew handle the carnage himself, he throws Jimmy and Jey outside of the ring and knocks down the pictures. I point my painted nail towards the one with me on it and Drew follows the direction, understanding he plucks it from its stand and leans over the rope to hand it to me.

"Pleasure working with you, Miss Kae." He calls down over the absolute deafening reaction of the crowd.

I purse my lips, grinning ear to ear. "Likewise. Enjoy." I chuckle darkly and Drew smirks as he backs up, hurrying to one end of the ring he pushes himself off the ropes and soars over the other end, taking out Jimmy, Jey, and Sami as I take my opportunity, and my trophy of a picture, to slip out.

My work here is done.

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𝟶ʙᴜᴛᴛᴇʀʙɪsᴄᴜɪᴛ𝟽sᴘᴇᴀᴋs!

Heyyyy... welcome back to Crim Usttt!! And happy year & a half anniversaryyy!! ;)

How are we feelinggg ;) Was this what y'all had in mind for Crimson & Drew working togetherrrr, hehehe. I am absolutely SOOOO fcking ecstatic I had this idea for her to do this with him & end the show this wayyy!!! Ahhh!! Also her taking her own pictureee?!!! As she mf shoulddd!!

Can't waittt for all my Roman & Crimson & Roman lovers to freakkk over this interaction & his reaction to what Sami diddd!! Causeeee only HE can do that to her sir, & ofc Roman's gonna be mad Sami tried to do that for him without him knowinggg, Sami are you dumb?!

Anywaysss, this chap was so fun to write & I thought Clash of the Castle was somehow magically gonna fit in this chap too, buttt Crimson & Ronda's match for it will have to be in the next chap ;) Soooo... until next weekend for NXT Halloween Havoc & Punk's bdayyy... hope y'all enjoyed this chap are ready to seeee who wins Crimson's match at Clash... don't be afraid to comment your thoughts, questions, & reactionsss, mwah!! <333