The sun bathes the spacious open kitchen area, illuminating the sleek island at its center. A sense of accomplishment radiates from Alexis as she sits before her laptop, engaged in a heartfelt Skype call with her father.
Alexis: Daddy! Happy Father's Day! I’m so sorry I can’t be home to see you! I hope mom, and McKenzie are looking after you!
On the laptop screen, her father's warm smile mirrors her own joy.
Lexi’s Dad: Thanks Lexi and don’t worry about it, we’re so proud of you out there living the dream! We're all doing fine. Your mom sends her love, and McKenzie was so excited to see you on TV! How's everything going for you in Los Angeles? How was your last HWA event?
Alexis feels a mixture of emotion. She was super-thrilled to have finally gotten her own place and to get another win after her match with Sarah. But the events afterwards with Erica were still irking her.
Alexis: Oh my God, Dad, it's been incredible! I've finally settled into my own place here in Altadena. You wouldn't believe it—the condo is stunning, it’s bigger than our house back home in Cincy!
Her voice trembles with gratitudeo as she reminisces about her journey.
Alexis: I mean, I know Apex Wrestling gave me my first shot but HWA has taken things to a whole new level. When I saw my first paycheck clear, I had to pinch myself!
Her eyes gleam with a mix of amazement and accomplishment.
Lexi’s Dad: That's incredible, sweetheart! You've worked so hard for this opportunity. We've always believed in you, we’re so proud of you, Lexi! Your brother would be so proud too! Your match was incredible as well, that Sarah girl is one tough cookie but you stayed the course like you always do!
Alexis: Thank you, Dad! She was definitely my toughest opponent yet!
Lexi’s Dad: But what happened after the match? Your mother and I heard about the attack by that Erica Martinez. Are you okay? You were bleeding!
A shadow crosses Alexis's face as she recounts the post-match assault. She recollected what happened after her match with Sarah and she instantly felt her blood begin to boil.
Alexis: I'm fine, Dad, honestly, don’t worry about Erica, I have her in a match in a few weeks and I’ll shut her stupid face up then!
Lexi’s Dad: I know you’ll do us proud like you always do, Lexi Girl! I’m gonna have to go now, sweetheart, your mom needs help making dinner, you know what she’s like when she’s left in the kitchen on her own too long!
Alexis: Okay, daddy! Don’t be a stranger! I love you so, so, so much!
She blows her dad a kiss in the computer screen and the call ends. After bidding farewell to her father, Lexi’s expression turns serious as she paces around the open kitchen area, her mind consumed by thoughts of her upcoming match with Erica Martinez. She knows it’s time to address the unprovoked attack at Havoc and send a clear message. She speaks firmly, with a hint of controlled aggression.
Alexis: Erica, did you seriously think you could get away with blindsiding Sarah and I at Havoc and then hightail it out of there like a coward? You thought you could take advantage of a momentary lapse and leave unscathed? Well, let me make one thing crystal clear, perra, when I get you in that ring at Havoc, I am gonna make you wish you stayed full-time at Target, pendejo!
Her voice echoes with determination, each word laced with a calculated intensity.
Alexis: You can run to Maniac for tutoring, for guidance, for whatever you think that painted prick will give you an edge. But let me tell you something, Erica, no amount of advice or lessons can hide the fact that you’re nothing more than a desperate opportunist. You cling to others to mask your own inadequacies. Hell, I’m not surprised this is how you’ve acted. You tried to latch on to Sarah, Michelle and the boys to try and stay more relevant ahead of the other students and look what happened when you couldn’t keep up!
Her tone grows colder, her words slicing through the air with precision.
Alexis: At Havoc, I will expose every crack, every weakness that you try to hide. No amount of guidance from Maniac will save you from the beating I’m going to give you! You wanted to make a statement with your attack? Well, now’s your chance to double-down!
Her eyes narrow, a fire burning within as Lexi visualises smashing Erica’s face in her mind’s eye.
Alexis: You see, Erica, I’m not just a wrestler. I’m a strategist, a force to be reckoned with. I’m methodical. Every move I make in that ring is calculated, precise. You can throw your tantrums, rely on your alliances, but it won’t be enough to overcome the storm that’s coming your way.
Her voice carries a mix of unwavering confidence and an unwavering desire for retribution.
Alexis: So, Erica, at Havoc, I will tear through the facade you’ve built around yourself. I will expose you for the fraud that you are. Enjoy your time basking in the shadow of your precious Maestro because soon, it will crumble around your ears and he’ll leave you on the sidewalk.
Suddenly, Lexi’s doorbell rings which catches her off-guard slightly. Her eyes involuntarily point to the front door where the bell ring came from but she reverts them back to her laptop’s camera.
Alexis: At Havoc, no puedo esperar para cerrarte la boca!
Lexi closes her laptop and goes to door as the bell rings again.
Alexis: I’m coming! Hold on!
When Lexi opens the door, her eyes widen in shock as she sees a young woman in her mid-twenties standing in front of her. She’s beautiful with shoulder length brown hair, sitting in natural curls.
???: Hey, Lexi…
Alexis: Brooke! W-what are you doing in LA? How did you know where to find me?!
Brooke smiles and laughs lightly.
Brooke: I’m a cop, remember, tracking people down is kinda what I do. Plus your dad said you’d been struggling to find somewhere and I thought I’d check in to see how you were doing.
Lexi can’t help but smile back at her ex-girlfriend as she tucks her some of the loose strands of her hair behind her ears.
Alexis: You came all the way out to LA just to check in?
Brooke: Lexi, I miss you. Can we talk?
Alexis: Umm, yeah sure, come in.
Alexis stands to the side to let Brooke in as the scene fades to black.
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