The crowd has a mixed reaction to the music playing, but suddenly change their reaction when Kazarian walks out. He smiles and waves to the crowd before walking down to the ring. He shakes a few hands along the way before sliding into the ring. He is given a microphone rather quickly.
Frankie Kazarian:
I know, it’s odd to see me out here all alone without my good friend Christopher Daniels. He’ll be out soon, but first let me tell you a little something. I’ve been hearing it all week, people have been asking me why I decided to come to UWF, and I assumed the answer to that would be crystal clear. Apparently most of you can’t comprehend the power of friendship. I chose to come over to UWF to show my buddy some support, especially through these tough times. I mean he picked up his first win in a very long time on Raw as you saw. So you can imagine his excitement, and better yet, his focus. But I’m not going to brag about his win, because he is more than capable of doing that himself. I’m only here to help him out when he needs it. Who knows, maybe one day, Bad-
Kaz is suddenly cut off by some very familiar music.
Daniels walks out from the back to what could have actually been cheers, but it wasn’t very loud. He seemed to have won some people over after his victory. Daniels almost hesitates when he hears it, but immediately heads to the ring. He has a shocked look on his face when he looks directly at Kaz. He quickly gets into the ring and is handed a microphone.
“The Fallen Angel” Christopher Daniels:
What the hell man? I told you to wait for me while I went to the bathroom and next I see you out here talking to the crowd. Remember, you don’t have an actual contract with UWF yet, and I’m the star of this operation! Furthermore, you know they wouldn’t allow us to tag together because they know we are the best tag team ever!
The crowd cheers at the statement.
That’s right! None of you can say you don’t love Bad Influence because we are just so good! It’s a shame we didn’t do this sooner man!
Daniels smiles, as does Kaz. Both men raise their arms and embrace each other in a friendly hug. The crowd seems to approve of this.
But we aren’t here to discuss how great of a tag team we are! We are here to discuss my rise to the top of the mountain! For nearly two years now I’ve walked around here like I was owed something, like I should have been the champion almost right on the spot. And yes, I remember what I said, and I still feel that way. I was pissed that after all I put Daniel Bryan through, that he be stripped of the title and the title be vacated instead of me getting what I truly wanted, a one on one match with Daniel Bryan for that title. That’s what should have happened, but whoever is in charge clearly didn’t see the attraction of that. Wouldn’t you guys love to see Christopher Daniels versus Daniel Bryan!
The crowd gives him a mixed reaction; clearly he wasn’t on the same level of popularity as Daniel Bryan.
Fair enough, I’ll show you all one day. Until then I’ll continue to work my up to that. Last week on Raw, I beat Drew McIntyre to advance in the European Championship tournament. This week I have what I’d personally like to consider the toughest challenge I’ll ever face in this tournament. A Double, Austin Aries! He’s back after what felt like an extremely long hiatus. He’s looking more ready than ever to be in this ring. I’m not going to lie, I’m a little concerned that I may not win this match. I have every right to be, did you watch his match?! Him and Bray Wyatt tore it up! He proved that he hasn’t skipped a beat. Normally you’re supposed to trash talk your opponent, but I’ll be honest, I don’t know enough about him to really form any kind of opinion. The man’s a former world champion. You can’t take him lightly. I believe this will be our first time meeting in this ring, but I’m an old man, so my memory isn’t as good as others.
A few members of the crowd laughed at that last statement, Daniels continued on with a smile.
If I’m going to be taken seriously I’m going to have to work for it, there is no substitute, no cheap way of doing it. Hard work is the key to success in this business, I’m fortunate enough that I finally remembered that. Hey Aries! I know you’re itching to get out here, so why don’t you do that?!
Daniels waits patiently for Austin Aries to respond. Kaz looked like he was about to talk when suddenly...