::Shadow wonders where everything turned from bad to worse for him. It all started with storm giving Acclaimed a shot at the tag titles that should have been the Suspects in the first place. He was glad the femmes were able to hold them off and retain the titles but the way Acclaimed took it to them, how much longer would they hold on to it. Especially since it seemed everything between them was on thin ice. He was sure if he didn’t crack Azure with the chair like he did, there would be new champs in the GWA. But that had been adverted for the moment. What was more on his mind though was the attack on Sianna by Galore after the match and he being helpless to do anything about it. Much to his dismay though his rival was the one to make the save. He didn’t know what he hated more, the fact that Crisis was in the right place at the right time. Or that he owed him for it. He wanted to be done wit the man but knew deep down things between them would never end. Now though wasn’t the time to dwell on it. Sianna had made it out of the situation with some scratches and scars but was surprisingly okay. She had stayed in Texas in the mean while to confront Caprice with Brandy and Rachel, but he could also tell she didn’t want to be around to remind him of what he was unable to stop. She had told him she would be back later that night and maybe they could spend some much needed time together. Meanwhile though Shadow decided he had to talk to someone about his up coming match with Assassin and Xtreme so he called the only person that was available. Cleo Camacho…

::Cleo waited outside the apartment door waiting for Shadow to answer. She wondered how he was able to focus on his match with everything else going on. She had heard the interviews from Xtreme, Assassin and Acclaimed about how pointless this match is and that if the Suspects really wanted the shot they should have shown up for the three way match. But she knew that Shadow felt differently. He called her over to discuss things and she was sure he had a lot on his mind.

::Shadow opened the door and welcomed his friend. He invited her in and they sat and talked about his current problems and up coming match...

Cleo: So now what are you going to do?

::She asked him as she made herself comfortable on the couch. She rested her head on her hand as she looked at Shadow. His head was lowered as he shook his head.

Shadow: I don’t have the damnedest idea babe. Everything just happened so suddenly. I mean one minute I’m taking out Storm’s chosen ones Assassin and Xtreme. And the next I’m watching Sianna get her head beaten in first by Acclaimed then by that bitch Galore. And if that isn’t fucking enough Crisis of all people comes to her rescue when she needed the most while I was fucking caught in that damn limo!! I mean, if that doesn’t summarize my fucking life I don’t know what does?!!

Cleo: Well at least you got the match you wanted?

::His head raised as he looked up at her. A sarcastic smile crossed his face as he thought it wasn’t what he truly wanted in the first place.

Shadow: Yeah whoopie fucking doo. A lot of good that does me. I got both the Storm twins bitching and moaning about how they shouldn’t even have to go through this again. They won the right to be the Legion tag title top contenders. Yeah well I don’t care what they feel. As far as I’m concerned they ain’t shit till they beat me and Ali. All we asked Storm was for a week for Ali to get better but seeing his opportunity to give his boys another free ride he says screw you. So what do you expect me to do. Just fall in line and lose our opportunity because of some jack off on a power trip?

Cleo: Well you could have went in alone.

Shadow: Yeah and Storm could have proved he wasn’t such a bastard by granting our little request too. But well you see what happened there. Well now that bastard has to pay attention to us.

Cleo: Well you are lucky he went for your idea Tony. As far as I know of him, it’s usually his way or the highway with him.

Shadow: Well he had no other choice babe. He thinks he did us a great favor by reinstating the Circle. Because of that he’s been walking around trying to push us around and make us do what he wants. Well I just had to put him in his fucking place. Besides what does it hurt for him to have his boys in another match. If they are as good as they claim to be then this should be a cake walk for them. I mean, Assassin is a former Legion tag champ like he so bluntly pointed out. And Xtreme is the former chosen Colosseum champ. I mean what do I and Ali really have to offer?

::he said with a slight smirk on his face as he looked up at Cleo. She knew what was on his mind and knew what he had planned.

Cleo: Well Tony just don’t go in to the match thinking you have an advantage. Cause after your little stunt you are at a big disadvantage. Especially with Ali not at a hundred percent and you request a last man standing hell in the cell match? What are you trying to prove?

Shadow: That I’m not a punk bitch everyone thinks I am basically. I’m tired of being stepped on, tired of being treat like shit. I mean I figured if me and Ali can take these supposed beast of the GWA on in this type of match and beat them unconscious maybe then we get the damn respect we deserve.

::As he finished talking the door to the apartment started to open. Cleo and Shadow turned their attention to it as Sianna made her way in with Rachel and Brandy. Sianna dropped her bag at the door and walked over to Shadow as she threw her arms around him and gave him a huge hug while the other two women watched on, still a bit worn from the flight back from Texas…

Sianna: God!!! It's good to be back home!!

::Sianna glanced over at Cleo as she gave a polite nod…

Sianna: Hello Cleo…

::Sianna looked back over at Shadow…

Sianna: I see you don't waste much time do you? Already working hard on your next conquest!!

::Shadow and Cleo stared at one another then back at Sianna who burst out laughing…

Sianna: You promo I mean… you're working on your next promo right?

::Cleo looked relieved to see that Sianna was joking. If there was one thing she didn’t want to do was get in between a person she felt was a a close friend and his love intrest.

Cleo: Bout time you showed up girl!! I was getting tired of hearing him cry about how much he missed you!! I mean, you would think this man would never be tamed but you seemed to do the impossible.

::Shadow glanced over at her and grinned before turning his attention back to Sianna.

Shadow: Don’t mind her babe. She’s always has had a big mouth. Anyway though. I’m surprised you are back so early. I didn’t expect you back till much later. Not that I’m not glad to have you here. But still. Could have given a brother time to get things straightened up or something or at least notice so he could pick you up.

::He said smiling at her while holding her and looking up into her face.

::Rachel walked over to the couch and plopped down as she looked up at Shadow…

Rachel: No time to spend standing around Texas mate… besides… I have plenty of work to do around here yet!

::Rachel looked over at Shadow…

Rachel: As do you and Haseem… seeing how you two have a spot in The Main Event at Insurrection. I trust that you two will be ready to make us proud this week.

::Sianna glance down at Rachel, then back over at Shadow…

Sianna: Of course he will! Assassin and Xtreme don't stand a chance against Tony and Ali… isn't that right sweetheart?

::Shadow looked over at Rachel with a smirk on his face.

Shadow: As far as I’m concerned Assassin and Xtreme might as well lay down for the ten count and just give us the spot. I mean they were okay against Daher and Goliath but to tell the truth they were far from impressive. I mean maybe I should have went into the match by myself. I probably would have dominated and walked out wit the spot. But then again why play into Storms hands when I can set the rules myself. Don’t worry your little head though Rachel when Wednesday comes, me and Ali will be more than ready. Assassin and Xtreme won’t know what hit them. They think they can intimidate me by citing previous accomplishment and calling me a whiner because I didn’t want to be involved. Well when all is said and done, we’ll see who is left standing and who is lying on the mat.

::Cleo cleared her throat drawing everyone’s attention.

Cleo: Yeah well still you better make sure Ali is ready for it. We haven’t heard one word from him since his operation. I’m sure he’s all well and good but his silence isn’t helping out at all.

::Cleo looked over at Brandy who stood in the doorway.

Cleo: Have you heard anything from him?

Brandy: Haseem will be just fine! He just needs to adjust to his… his…

::Brandy struggled with the words until she finally found it…

Brandy: New situation…

::Everyone around the room was silent as she wondered if she had phrased it correctly. No one laughed so she assumed she had done well enough…

Brandy: Haseem will be in the ring and he'll be more than ready by the time Insurrection rolls around! He's been watching Assassin and Xtreme run their mouths and I think he'll be more than ready to shut them up for good! After all the jokes from assh*les like Silver and Critically Acclaimed… he's going to make a statement come Wednesday… and that statement will come in the form of a first rate ass kicking for a couple of former GWA champions!

Shadow: Damn straight. As far as I see it once we beat the chosen ones from Storm’s crew, He can’t ignore us anymore. And if we have to kill them to get the respect we damn well deserve then so be it. Assassin and Xtreme are only on top only because they have their heads so far up Storms ass. If they will pull it out for a second they will see they have no reason to even compete with us. They are nothing compared to the Suspects and well Wednesday will be our time to prove that. Point blank. They think they are the team to beat? As far as I’m concerned they are nothing but pretenders and need to be put in their place. Going into Adrenaline you will see the Match of the Usual Suspects against the Violent Femmes. And Assassin and Xtreme can sit at ring side to see what never was and will never be.

::Cleo looked at her watch and saw what time it was.

Cleo: Well this is has been fun but I’m afraid I have to cut out. I’m sure you and Sianna won’t mind since I’m sure you have a lot to get caught up on anyways.

::She said as she rose and winked at them.

Cleo: I know you and Ali will pull it off but like I said before. Don’t take this match for granted. Assassin and Xtreme have you marked and if you aren’t careful it will be a long night. But I’m sure if anyone can handle it, I’m sure it is you.

::She told everyone goodbye as she left. Rachel looked at Brandy and nodded her head.

Rachel: Well I think that is our que to mate. I think the lover birds have things they need to do.

::She said smiling as she got up from the couch. Brandy agreed and they left the apartment leaving Sianna and Shadow alone.

Sianna: I know you two can pull it off. I have no love lost for Ali and I still feel he got what he deserved but still I don’t think there is another tag team out there that an hold a candle to you two when you get things going. That is besides us.

::She said smiling at him. Shadow got up and took her by the hand and looked into her eyes.

Shadow: Well how about we take this discussion to the bedroom to see who is truly the best there is.

::He kissed her on the lips and then swept her off her feet and took her into the bedroom. The door closed behind them and the scene faded to black.