Act 1: Celebration
The scene opens on the New York countryside. The night was still, and the only sound that is heard is that of the frogs and crickets. The woods on either side of the road were dark and seemed almost alive, with the twisting branches from the tall trees that hung over the road. A deer steps out into the middle of the road, before moving quickly to the other side as the sound of a car is heard coming from somewhere down the road. We soon see a black limo moving quickly along the long stretch of road. The bright lights glow into the darkness as it moves along, and we soon see the interior of the car where we see Joanne, and Uh Oh sitting in the back, as Reno and Rude sit up front. Joanne sits with the BAMF title on the other side of her, and a smug look on her face. She stares out the window at the darkness but catches movement from the wildlife that is near the edge of the forest.
Voice: And here is your new NCW BAMF Champion Joanne Canelli!
The scene flashes to the arena where we see Joanne standing in the middle of the ring with the title in hand. The crowd cheers loudly as flashes from cameras and phones go off.
Voice Over: I did it! I went out and did I was goin' to do. That is why he and I managed to be the only ones to take titles home. I put up a fight, and stood my ground, and took out the former BAMF Champion. Two former BAMF Champions mind you. This is the first in a long line... And no one is goin' to stop me.
Joanne leans against the seat and closes her eyes.
Uh Oh: Everything okay Joanne?
Uh Oh asks nervously knowing the war she went through to win that championship. She went through Hell and outlasted everyone but the injuries can still take a toll physically and mentally. Joanne opens her eyes and looks over at Uh Oh with a soft smile forming on her dark lips.
Joanne: I'm fine... Just enjoyin' the moment. After what Seph said tonight and everythin' I'm on cloud nine.
Uh Oh: I am glad. Would you like some champagne to celebrate?
Joanne: Yes please.
Uh Oh gets her a glass and pours some champagne and hands it to her.
Uh Oh: You were amazing, but you are now going to be hunted by everyone seeking that title.
She takes the glass and smirks as she puts the golden rimmed glass to her lips.
Joanne: I know, but when has that ever stopped me before? I told my opponents what I was goin' to do and I kept my word. And if anyone is insane enough to step to me then they'll meet the same fate as my opponents did.
Uh Oh: I wish I was brave and strong like Mr. Du Lac so I could be more help to you.
She puts a slender pale hand over Uh Oh's and smiles.
Joanne: Yeah but he's also very busy. Sweety you have done more for me then anyone else has. I made it this far because you stood by me. Sure Seph is strong, and willin' to fight to get what he wants but you're more than that.
Uh Oh blushes and hangs his head.
Uh Oh: I started to take lessons so I could be helpful when people like Apocalypse keep attacking everyone. I'm not any good yet but I am trying
Joanne: Why don't you get Reno and Rude to help you? Rude is a former Golden Gloves Champion and Reno is a martial artist.
Uh Oh: Oh... I got uhm... someone else...
Joanne raises an eyebrow in question.
Joanne: Oh? Who?
Uh Oh: Well... uh... we were chatting online and neither one of us had anything to do so we started to train...
Her eyes narrow, as they start to turn red.
Joanne: ARE YOU STEPPIN' OUT ON ME?
Uh Oh: What? I do not know what that means...
Joanne: Let me rephrase that! Are you cheatin' on me?
Uh Oh: What? No. I would never. My trainer is Ambros. He kind of had some free time since he retired.
Joanne seems to calm down, and sighs shaking her head.
Joanne: I'm sorry... What you must think of me...
Uh Oh: I'm sorry if you would think I could ever do that... I love you, I am not sure how you feel about Ambros didn't want you mad or think I am a traitor.
Joanne: I love you too... But no, it's fine. He's a good guy. I've never had anythin' against him.
Uh Oh: He is very patient because I am very awful.
Joanne: Nah you're not. When I first started out it took me a long time to get where I am now.
Uh Oh: First lesson I knocked myself out with a chandelier.
Joanne laughs slightly.
Joanne: I'm sorry. Reno and Rude started to tech me. And then Seph taught me a lot, and then I became the best. And now I'm a Champion.
Uh Oh: My first kick my shoe flew off and hit the wall bounced and hit the chandelier and it fell on me.
She bursts out laughing and almost snorts out the champagne.
Joanne: I'm sorry sweety... But oh my Gawd that is to funny!
Uh Oh: I wake up Ambros wants to take me to the hospital, Katsa wants to bury me and deny ever hearing of me, I think Baalz wanted to eat me, but Denise calmed them down saying I'll be fine.
Joanne nods and takes another drink from the glass in her hand.
Joanne: That sounds about right.
Uh Oh: Are you worried about your match?
Joanne: Against Dread? Not really. I mean think about what I just went through.
Uh Oh: But he is one mean monster in the ring. He is taller and heavier than you, you will have to avoid getting grabbed
Joanne leans forward and looks at the shimmering title before smiling looking over at Uh Oh with her eyes flashing red.
Joanne: I will do everythin' that I can to avoid being grabbed by him. Or anythin' else for that matter.
Uh Oh: Thats good. So I know you have to go do a whole interview and talk with him later, tonight is your night what would you like to do?
Joanne: After being at Seph's and all of the excitement I wouldn't mind headin' home and just relaxin' for a bit.
Uh Oh: As you wish, should we grab some snacks?
Joanne: That sounds like a good idea.
She presses a button and the glass between the front seat and the back seat. Joanne moves to the other side and leans against the seat.
Rude: Hey boss. Need something?
Joanne: Yeah, find us a store or somethin'. I want to get a few snacks or somethin' before we head home.
Reno: Sure thing. Do you want to go to Speedy's?
Joanne: Whatever is closer...
Uh Oh: I think I can make the ride more fun for you.
Uh Oh smiles mischievously.
Joanne: Really? What did you have in mind?
Uh Oh: You might have to tell them what to order and pick a further drive through and roll up the divider.
Joanne smirks as the sound of what could be a purr as the divider moves back up as the scene fades to black.
Voice Over: The time will come when I have to face against someone that will try to take my title from me, but this match... This match is nothing more than an exhibition match which is fine with me. But don't get me wrong I'm not goin' to give up that easy, and I will fight to the end.
The scene reopens on the quiet Canelli estate. The sun had set for another night, and the moon was high over the small quiet section of The Jersey Shore. The neighborhood was quiet, and all that could be heard is the sound of crickets that seemed to echo through the night. The smell of backyard bonfires seemed to drift on the air, from the local homes as the camera moves to the interior of the Canelli estate. We soon see Joanne walking down the staircase dressed in a dark suit, with a white shirt underneath. Her long black hair draped down her back, as she placed a pair of gold earrings in her ears.
Joanne: What time are they goin' to be here?
Uh Oh: They said, someone would be here before 8.
She looks at the golden watch on her wrist and sighs.
Joanne: They're already late.
Uh Oh: They might have gotten stuck in traffic.
Joanne goes to say something as the sound of the doorbell echo's through the house. Uh Oh answers the door and there stood Chris Clinton. He smiles as Joanne walks to him.
Joanne: Welcome to my home. Please come in.
Chris Clinton: Sorry I'm late, but I had a problem at the front gate.
Joanne: Oh?
Chris Clinton: Yeah they said something about a tree falling onto the driveway about half way up.
Joanne: That's what that sound was...
Chris nods as Joanne and Uh Oh lead him into the living room. She motions for Chris to sit, as she sits across from him looking out onto the veranda that wrapped around the house.
Chris Clinton: First off I want to congratulate you for your win at Asylum.
Joanne: Thank you.
Chris Clinton: In just a few days you will be facing off against the new Eternal Champion Leon Dread. He is looking to make a name for himself but how do you feel about this match?
Joanne: How do I feel? Really? Lets see it's just an exhibition match. I think Allura wants us to put on a show for the fans more than anythin'. I mean I'm goin' to do whatever I have to win this match. It's not like I'm goin' to sit back on my laurels and walk into the match not being ready. That would be just stupid.
Chris Clinton: Of course. What is your strategy going into this match against Dread?
As Joanne goes to answer something catches her attention outside. Her brother Scarpci is covered in squirrels. Her eyes follow him as he runs back and forth.
Joanne: For one, my husband pointed out that Dread is bigger and stronger then I am, but I'm not scared of him. I've taken down bigger guys than he is before and managed to win some big matches in my career.
Chris Clinton: That's only to be expected. You are very capable in the ring. I mean you managed to take down 7 others in the BAMF Championship match and make it through to the end. What can you tell me about your relationship with Mister du Lac?
Joanne's eyes go back to the veranda and we see Scarpci being beaten down by Reno and Rude with baseball bats. She doesn't flinch as her gaze goes back to Clinton.
Joanne: Our relationship is a complicated one. I mean we met when I was really young, and well... We fell for each other, and got married, after a few thin's happened. But the rest is well... I'd rather not get into. Besides a lady never kisses and tells.
Chris nods, and leans back in his seat.
Chris Clinton: What do you think your chances are against Dread?
Joanne looks back out the window as Scarpaci runs by once again, this time with Reno and Rude trying to get rid of the squirrels with a few rounds from the guns they carried. Joanne holds up a hand and looks at Chris sighing.
Joanne: I'm sorry... Can you excuse me for a sec?
Chris Clinton: Sure...
Joanne gets to her feet and walks to the door that lead back out into the hallway.
Joanne: Uh Oh? Sweety, can you come here for a sec?
Uh Oh soon appears in the doorway. Joanne smiles softly as she leans against the door frame.
Uh Oh: What's up?
Joanne: Could you be a doll and go help Reno and Rude with something out on the veranda?
Uh Oh: Sure... What's going on?
Joanne: You... You'll see when you get out there.
Uh Oh walks back toward the kitchen and heads out onto the veranda, as Joanne heads back into the living room with Chris.
Joanne: Sorry about that... Now what was the question?
Chris Clinton: What do you think your chances are against Dread?
Joanne: Oh... Well think about it. He managed to win the Eternal Championship as NCW closed, and managed to win it back. I'm impressed but that's not goin' to be enough to stop me. I'm plannin' on winnin' this match no matter what I have to do.
Chris Clinton: Is there any last words that you want to say to Dread before your match?
Joanne looks back out the window, as Scarpaci runs by the window once again but this time there are flames coming off of him. Uh Oh tosses a blanket over him only to have the blanket go up in flames. Scarpaci runs off with Uh Oh running behind him.
Joanne: Actually there is. Dread, I know that you are goin' to come at me with everythin' that you have. But I think you know that I will match you blow for blow until there is only one of us is left standin' in the end. There is a reason that I am called the Jersey Devil Diva and why I am the new BAMF Champion. I don't stop until I get my hands on the goal. I'm not as easy target, let alone goin' to give you an inch in the middle of that ring. I know you have a lot to worry about right now, but you can't let that get in your way or you will experience the fall and a loss at my hands. I just hope you know what you're gettin' into with this match. I know I'll be ready for anythin' that you can throw at me but the question is will you be ready for what is comin'? I know what you're goin' to say... That you an beat me, even with my goons at ringside. I don't need them to help me. And I know that you don't need anyone to help you. We will go until neither one us can stand but only one us can walk away with the win under us. And that someone is goin' to be me. We are the Mafioso and we get paid to kick your ass! See you soon and good luck, you're goin' to need it.
Chris Clinton: Thank you Miss Canelli.
Joanne smiles as she looks out the window behind Chris and sees Reno, Rude, and Uh Oh holding the long hose and spraying Scarpaci with a heavy stream. They can't handle the power behind it, and soon they have to turn it off and Scarpaci finally drops to the ground.
Joanne: Canelli: Of course... I'll walk you out.
Joanne opens the door and we see Scarpaci soaking wet. He is full of scratches, and bites from the squirrels that had clung to him. The smell of burnt cloth, and singed hair seems to drift off of him as Chris's eyes get wide.
Chris Clinton: What happened to you?
Scarpaci looks at Joanne, and then down at the ground.
Scarpaci: I... I... I fell.
Joanne: Thank you for comin' to our home.
Chris walks down the stairs, and heads back to his car, as Joanne turns and heads back into the house, with the guys following behind as the scene fades to black.
