Chapter Nine
* Matt is still looking for Jeff without to much luck. As he is walking down a hallway just off to the left of the gorilla pit a hand reaches out from a doorway and grabs his arm. He turns around ready for a fight to see Jeff standing half hidden in a doorway. Jeff stands there smiling at Matt as if there is nothing going on. *
Hey Bro what's up?
Hey Bro what up? What do you mean what's up Jeff? And where the hell have you been I've been looking for you for almost an hour now?
Oh just hanging around. Umm. Shit. So how did Taker take it?
You didn't hear his threat as you ran out the door?
I'm yeah I did something about Rest In Peace.
That it. Damn it Jeff he is pissed off big time. Why the hell would you mess with Taker of all people? I mean the old Taker maybe and maybe not even then but not the Taker he is since the bitch left.
I figured that Taker had a sense of humor. Hell Matt he loved the time I set Kane up with that groupie.
Yeah Jeff he did but one thing you forgot was that was the old Taker. That was the Taker that was in love with a woman he thought cared. The new Taker hates everyone but Kane because of that bitch. The new Taker is going to beat the hell out of you when he gets his hands on you.
Yeah I know. Maybe we could go and find Kane and get him to talk some sense into Taker? I mean shit it's only paint and it does wash off.
Hunter is already looking for Kane. But Jeff what happens if Kane decides to takes his brothers side and not yours? I mean they do tend to back each other up most of the time. Even more so since Sara took off with Scott.
Yeah I know Matt. If we can't get Kane to talk to him then I'm a Deadman.
Yeah little brother then we are Deadmen.
You know Matt if you didn't back me on this one it would be ok. I mean shit messing with the Taker wasn't the smartest thing that I've done lately. And maybe if you didn't back me Kane wouldn't back him? Then it would be just the two of us.
Yeah well that not even a factor to consider here because us Hardy always stick together. So our only other chance here is to try to find a way to stop this from happening. Till then maybe we better find you a better place to hide out in.
Yeah but were would that be?
Well maybe we should go and see Vince maybe he could help?
Maybe. Damn I really screwed up this time.
* Both men are so deep in conversation that neither man has realized that Hunter, Edge and Kane have come down the hall toward them. Matt goes to turn around so that he can let Jeff out of the doorway and walks right into the chest of Kane. Matt looks up into the face of the 7-foot man. Kane looks down at Matt with a look of time to kick ass on his face. Matt swallows hard as he figures that Kane is taking The Undertakers side and that all hell is about to break free. He figures that he is going to have to back his brother up. All of sudden he then looks over at Edge who has a wide grin on his face. He looks back up at Kane. *
Kane?
Hardy? So I see by the fact that Jeff is still in one piece that Taker hasn't found him yet.
Not yet. So are you going to help us try and talk sense to him?
I don't know yet. So Jeff I heard that you felt like painting.
* Jeff swallows hard and then shakes his head yes. *
Got a death wish kid?
Maybe. That or a moment of insanity.
Well if you mess with Taker he might just see that it happens. Has anyone seen Taker yet?
No I haven't. And being that Jeff is still in one piece he hasn't either.
So what is the plan then?
I was thinking of trying to get him up to see Vince. Maybe Vince can do something to stop Taker from killing him.
That might not be a bad idea Matt. Come on kid lets see if we can get you up there before Taker finds you. Cause I may not even be able to stop him with the mood he has been in lately.
Ok Kane. So does that mean that you are on my side?
I'm going to tell you something Jeff so you better listen up. I don't like having to take sides against Taker especially now. And I won't ever do it again for you so next time you feel like pulling a prank on him remember that it's not just him. It's the Brother of Destruction that will be out after your ass. Oh and don't forget I still owe you for the groupie prank.
Ok Kane I understand. I'm really sorry to put you into this. Sometimes I guess I just don't think is all.
You Hardy think? Hell Jeff if you did that what fun would everyone have. So now what the hell did you paint on him anyway?
* The group of four men starts to walk down the hall heading toward the gorilla pit. *
Flames.
Flames?
Yeah.
Why Flames?
Well I don't know maybe it had something to do with that old story line of yours and Takers. It just kind of came to me while I was looking at him sleeping in the chair. He looked really wild didn't he Matt, Hunter?
Yeah he did Jeff. To bad that Hunter had to come in and see him right after taking a drink from that bottle of water.
Yeah Hunter, did you have to spit it on us? I was just finishing and figured that I was going to get away with it. I mean I know he would have figured out it was me but at least by the time he did I would have been gone.
* Kane turns sideways and looks at Hunter with a slight raise of an eyebrow. *
Hunter you didn't tell me that you spit water on Taker.
Yeah well what Taker doesn't know won't hurt him. But if he finds out it might just hurt me. When he woke up all he seen was the flames and Jeff standing over his back with a paintbrush in his hand.
* All of a sudden they can hear people coming toward them from all directions. The first
to arrive at the pit is Lita and Heaven. They take one look at the group of men and Lita starts to smile. Edge smiles when he sees' Heaven and jabs Kane in the ribs. Kane sees
her and can't believe his eyes. She is not just beautiful but also dressed in all black leather and is carrying her black leather bag & duster. Her sunglasses are pushed up on top of her head. He can see that she has a number of tattoos on her body. Hunter looks her up and down and smiles. Jeff lets out a whistle why Matt just shakes his head. Lita glances at Heaven and smiles at her noticing that all the attention has made her blush. As the gentlemen stop and stare Vince, Linda and Stephanie along with a few Security guards walk into the gorilla pit. Vince and Linda are very pleased at seeing the commotion that Heaven is making. Everyone makes their way into the center of the room. All eyes are on Heaven so no one sees Taker coming into the room from behind them, other then Heaven who holds her breathe when she see him. He is dressed in black leather from head to boots. He looks like a biker except for the Flames around his clear green eye. She feels very drawn to him, as an electrical charge seems to go off in her. He sees her but then sees Jeff standing in the crowd. In less then three steps he is upon Jeff. He is just about to swing his fist at Jeff when Jeff senses that he is there. Jeff starts to turn around. Kane also senses that Taker is there and without thinking he bumps Jeff out of the way. No one realized that the fist that the Taker was going to hit Jeff with would make contact with another. As Jeff is knocked to safety Heaven had just taken a step forward toward the group of men. Due partially to the push that Lita had given her. Jeff bumps into her causing her to go forward right into Takers fist. The fist catches her right below the right eye. The change in size cause Taker to lean more forward and as Heaven is hit making her fall and tangle her feet into Takers. This causes both of them to land on the ground in a tangled heap. Everyone holds his or her breath not sure want is going to happen. After a moment Heaven looks up into the most beautiful set of green eyes that she had ever seen. No one says a word finally she say's something. *
The biker look on you is nice but if I was you I'd go with like a flag or maybe a Harley that way your eyes could be the wheels. Or something other then the flames. You're hot enough on your own without the flames.
* Heaven mentally kicks herself for saying that last part out loud. Taker looks at her and smiles. *
Oh and do you hang out here on the floor often because if you do I might just have to start coming around a lot.
No but maybe I should.
Maybe we both should. So if flames don't do it for you what would you say to maybe a tombstone?
I'd say now that would be hot.
Good because I think you might need the Harley before the night is out because something tells me you already are going to have one of the wheels around you eye. Where I just hit you. Sorry.
* They look right into each other's eyes and Taker lets out a small growl of pleasure. Heaven shivers with desire but hopes that he didn't notice. He notices but he is lost in how crystal clear blue her eyes are. They are both smiling at each other. Totally unaware of everyone around them. *
Oh well its not the first time I've had a black eye from not ducking in time. But usually I know who gave it to me and why?
Well I'll let you in on a secret. Usually I know the person I've given a black eye to. So I guess that kind of makes us even.
* Kane leans down next to Taker and Heaven and smiles down at the two of them. *
Um Taker are you two going to lay there all night or are you going to help the lady up so we can all meet her.
* Taker looks up into Kane face and smiles. This causes Kane to smile back even wider. A look passes between the brothers that say's I win Taker. Taker laughs out loud which cause most of the gathering group to smile. Jeff breathes a sign of relief that he might not end up with a complete beating from Taker. Though in the back of his mind he knows it not over yet. *
I don't know it kind of nice down here bro. Think you could take on Rocky and Hunter alone tonight. Maybe I might take the night off.
Ok sure I could handle them both. But I don't think Vince would like it if you stayed down there all night. At least not with his newbie.
* Taker turns his head to look at Vince. Vince is also smiling down at Taker and Heaven. He likes the chemistry between them. He figures that it will be great in the ring and if Heaven can have an effect on Takers personality then that even better. *
Hey Vince what do you think? I mean especially since it's his fault I'm down here to begin with? Hell it's his fault that we are both down here.
Me. How the hell is it my fault that you landed on the ground.
Kane you did push Jeff out of my way causing me to hit this Heavenly creature in leather. Therefore causing us to be down here.
* Heaven turns a nice shade of pink at being called a heavenly creature. Taker looks back down into her crystal blue eyes. He winks at her. *
Isn't that so?
* She smiles back and winks. *
Yeah from where I was it did seem that it was your fault big red. So I think it would only be fair that you took on this Rocky and Hunter on your own. Right Mr. McMahon.
* They both look over at Vince who is now laughing along with Linda. *
Yeah maybe they are right Kane. I mean especially since you caused our newest member of the WWF to get her first black eye. And Kane it wasn't even in the ring.
Yes Vince and don't forget that she's now got it for her first interview too.
That right Linda. Well Kane if Taker thinks you should take on Rock and Triple H on your own then I guess maybe that how it should happen.
* Everyone is laughing by this time. Kane stands up and turns just enough to grab a hold of Jeff. Jeff tries to move back but wasn't fast enough. *
Kid if I'm going in alone first I'm going to warm up on you. Since you started all of this to begin with. I just knew that I should have taken Takers side and pounded you to begin with.
Shit.
* Kane balls up his fist and looks as if he is going to punch Jeff but instead lets go of him and reaches down to put out a hand to Taker. All of a sudden Taker grabs onto Heavens waist tightly. Then he grabs Kane hand and stands up with her still in his arms. He smiles a big smile down at her. He notices that she is just over 5 feet tall and she sees that he is damn near 7 feet tall. Vince and Linda step over to where Heaven is still standing in Takers arms. Everyone relaxes a little more when they notice that Taker can't take his eyes off of her. *
Well now that it seems as if our newest member got the most out of this it is all over right Taker, Jeff?
Vince you must be joking. Over with the Kid for the paint job, not yet. But I will put it on hold for another time. Know what I mean Jeff?
Yeah Taker I do. I don't suppose that if I say I was really sorry that that would fix it all would it?
Nope so good we understand each other Hardy. So now Vince who is this heavenly creature and where is she going?
Taker I would like you and everyone else here to meet the newest member of the WWF, Heaven. And before anyone even gets a chance to ask yes that is her real name and yes we want her to use it as her stage name too.
* Taker looks down into her face and smiles. She smiles up at him and realizes that he still hasn't let go of her yet. *
So then you are an angel for Heaven?
Well not actually I am not. I'm more of the Demon from Heaven I hope.
Oh don't want to be an Angel?
No I am actually hoping to be a Bad Ass. Angel's can't wear leather and kick ass like a Bad Ass demon can.
* Kane leans down and looks into Heavens face. *
Hey Bro do you think she really is a Bad Ass?
I don't know Bro. Heaven there's are not too many women who can fit that bill in the WWF. Most are fluff for bra and panties matches.
* Vince steps forward taking Heaven out of Takers arms and smiling down at her. *
You're right Taker and Kane but I am trying to change that. After Linda and I seen her wrestle we had decided that she belonged in the WWF. As a matter of fact we believed that we had just the place for her.
Really Vince and exactly where is that?
* There is a moment of silence. Everyone is waiting for an answer to Takers question. Finally Vince clears his throat and looks Taker right in the eye. Heaven looks down at the ground nervous. *
Well Taker Linda and I would like to add her to Deadman Inc. if it would be ok with you and Kane. That way we can mix gender some more of your matches. Also she has kicks guys asses too.
* Taker turns and looks at Kane who raises and eyebrow back. The look from Kane says why not but Taker narrows his eye slightly as to let Kane know that he's not sold on the idea. Vince knows this look and know that Heaven is going to have to prove herself to Taker. Taker then looks at Heaven who isn't looking at him but at the ground. He reaches out and taking her chin in his hand gentle pushes her head up so that he can see into her crystal eyes. His hand feels as if it is on fire where it is touching her. *
Can you really wrestle little girl or do you just fake it? Are you just window dressing?
* Everyone is waiting for Heaven to answer. A look of anger passes over her eyes which neither Taker or Kane misses. A few of the other members of the group notices it to. *
It is Undertaker right? He's Kane?
Yeah I'm known as The Undertaker here but most people call me Taker. He is my brother and is Kane.
Ok. First of all I have never faked anything in my life and I mean anything. I tell it like it is and always have. It's gotten me in my share of trouble but at least I can say to myself that I have always been honest. I started wrestling more then eight years ago. For the last three I've wrestled semi-pro out of the WC of Montana. I have a name there and a following that not to bad. I'm very happy to have a chance to join the WWF and also to be able to wrestle in a way I've wanted to for a long awhile. I'd like to try and be a Bad Ass because with the name Heaven most Co's have made me a goody. I would like a chance to work with Deadman Inc. because I have heard nothing but good things about it but if you don't want me that's ok, no trouble. If I'm given a chance I'll still make a name for myself weather as a Bad Ass or a fucking goody. And that goes for you too Kane I don't go where I'm not wanted. Never have. Oh and Kane yes I really am a Bad Ass when I want to be.
* The whole group is silent waiting to see what Kane and Taker are going to do. Kane looks from Taker to Heaven and back. Taker turns to Vince and Linda. *
Linda when is her first match and with who? Maybe if we see that she can do what she said then it would be easier to decide. Right Kane?
Yeah Bro it would make it easier.
It was going to be tomorrow with Molly but Vince and I were talking and if she can get a quick ten to twenty together we would like for her to do it tonight.
With who? One of the fucking Divas?
Well no Taker we were thinking about maybe Chyna.
Hey did I just hear my name?
* Everyone turns around and look at Chyna who has just enter the gorilla pit. She walks up to Hunter and gives him a kiss. She is dressed in a black leather mini skirt and halter. *
Yes Chyna you did. What do you think could you put together a quick ten or twelve for tonight with Heaven? Nothing really complicated just something so that we can show off what Heaven can do?
Sure thing Vince. But who is Heaven?
I am.
* Chyna walks over to Heaven and puts her hand out. *
Hi Heaven. I like the outfit.
Hi Chyna. And thank you. I like yours too.
Can you wrestle in that? Or do you wear something else?
I think I can wrestle in this and I would like to try if you don't mind Vince. I've kicked ass in it before and wrestling is easier then kicking ass sometimes.
Ok. If you want to Heaven go ahead. Chyna what do you think?
Sure Vince we can do it.
Good. I want it to end with Triple H interfering for a quick pin that should have been a D.Q. in the end. That way it can set her up to go into a couple of different ways. I know Heaven that you can take with being hit with things from the match Linda and I checked out at the WC of Montana.
Yeah that no problem. What do you want me to get hit with?
A sledgehammer.
A sledgehammer? Well that will be a first for me. Sure why not.
Hey Vince if she hasn't ever been hit with one it might turn out wrong. I mean I know that Hunter is good with it but if she gets hit its going to hurt like hell. Taker and I want to know that she can wrestle before we say yes but...
No Kane thank you but that fine. I will do what ever you want Mr. McMahon. And then if you and Taker like what you see great. If not what ever happens will happen.
* Kane looks at Taker who just shrugs his shoulders in a cold manner as if to say it's her choice. Kane then turns and looks at Hunter who mouths to him that he will be careful. *
Ok then what do you think Hunter?
Ok Vince if she is sure. After Chyna and Heaven have the match set I will run her though getting hit with it a couple of time.
Good.
Now Vince if she is going to have her first match with Chyna we are going to have to change her first interview.
You're right Linda but how? Anyone got any ideas?
Mr. McMahon?
Heaven it's Vince remember?
Yes sorry Mr. I mean Vince. What if why I was doing my first interview Chyna and Hunter or is it Triple H? What if they interrupted my interview? This way Chyna and I can get into it and set it up so that she can ask you for the match tonight?
My name is Hunter Hearst Hemsley. Or Triple H. I think that is a great idea Heaven.
Oh ok I see and thank you I was afraid that I was letting a man with a split personality hit me in the head with a sledgehammer.
* Everyone laughs at her joke but Taker who can't seem to take his eyes off of her. Kane leans over and puts his arm on his brother shoulder. This causes Taker to look at Kane who is smiling at him. Kane leans close so that no one else can hear what he is saying. *
So are you going to ask her for a date or do I ask her for you.
* Taker just glares at him. *
Hey bro it was your condition and I think that she definitely fits into our world. And let's not forget that she is wearing black leather and a lot of it. In less of course you want a groupie instead?
* Taker shakes Kane off his shoulder and glares a look of death at him. This causes Kane to laugh and everyone to look at him. *
Sorry guys I was just wondering if my brother here was going to leave the flames on for the match tonight?
* Taker reaches out and grabs the back of Jeff shirt just as he is about to take off. He turns around and looks Taker in the eye. *
Oh shit thanks a lot Kane.
You are very welcome Jeff. I told you that I still owed you for the groupie.
* Everyone but Heaven laughs. She is just watching him. *
Yeah Kane you did. Taker are you going to let go of me?
Maybe Junior and maybe not. How the hell do I get this shit off kid?
Make up remover with take it off of your face though the brand we have isn't that good. You might have to wash it a couple of times.
And what about the hair?
You'll just have to wash it out with regular shampoo.
Great just fucking great kid. That means that I had Sally braid my hair with a fuck headache for no reason tonight. Because by the time I wash it and it dries she won't have time to re-braid it for me before my match. So that also means that I have to wrestle with it down. Which means if Hunter or Rock gets tangled in it I get it pulled which is just going to feel wonderful with this headache?
* Taker tightens his grip on Jeff's shirt. Jeff has a feeling that Taker is still going to kill him or at least beat the hell out of him. Heaven walks up to Taker and placing a hand on his arm as she goes through her bag on her side. He looks down into her eyes as she pulls a tube out of her bag. She hands it to him. *
Here this will take it off your skin without any trouble it works pretty well. And if you would like I can help you get it out of your hair and then re-braid it for you if you don't mind it braided wet.
You have a match to put together you don't have time to help me too.
Sure I do. If someone can go out to my cycle and bring me in the bag in the left saddlebag. It has my brush and things I will need for my match in it. And Vince could you show Chyna the tape that you asked me for? This way she can see some of what I can pull off. Then Chyna you can let me know what you do best.
Ok Heaven that is a great idea. Is that ok with you Taker? Chyna?
Sure thing Vince. After I see the tape I'll come and find you in Takers locker room. Then we can decide what we want to pull off. Hey are you a top roper at all?
Yeah I can be. Why?
Let me see your tape first and then we will talk.
Sure. Good then unless you don't want my help Undertaker? And don't worry this will have nothing to do with your decision about me joining Deadman Inc. or not. It's just one wrestler helping another with a small problem.
* Chyna glances over at Hunter because she wasn't there when Vince told everyone where he wanted to put Heaven. He just raises his eyebrows at her as if to say that they will talk later. Taker looks at Heaven as if he wanting to say that he doesn't need help but before he knows it he says he would appreciate it. Kane is standing there behind him smiling at him. *
Yeah thank you Heaven I would appreciate the help getting this shit off.
* Taker lets go of Jeff and gives him a little shove into Matt. He looks into Jeff's eyes as he says what he is going to say. *
You got lucky for now kid. But one day we will settle this because you don't disrespect me or mess with my family and get away with it forever. And you owe the lady or maybe
she is an Angel big time too.
* Jeff just looks at the ground shaking his head yes. Matt smacks him in the back of the head and smiles at Lita. Who smiles back at Matt. *
Say something asshole.
Yeah I know she's an Angel Matt. Edge told us she was.
* Everyone looks over at Edge who turns bright red and looks down at the ground. They all laugh at what Jeff has said and at the way he has turned that attention away from himself. Heaven who is a little pink cheeked too looks up into Takers eyes to see that he is still watching her with interest. *
Ok then Undertaker all I need is my bag off of my bike and we will get rid of this paint.
* Kane speaks up before anyone else can. *
Edge and I will go and get it. Right Edge?
Sure Kane. I think I could use the air right now.
Thank you Kane and Edge.
* Both men turn to leave but turn back with silly grins on their faces. *
Heaven?
Yeah Edge?
What does your bike look like?
It's the black Harley with the starry night sky above the tombstones on the tank. The one with Heaven written on the largest tombstone. I parked it next to the black Harley with the coolest 3-D looking skulls and cross bones on it.
That would be my bro bike.
* Everyone just looks at her. She just looks back unsure. She then turns to Taker who has a look of amusement in his eyes. *
Nice paint job. And why is everyone staring at me? What?
* Lita comes up to her with disbelief in her eyes. *
You drive a Harley with a tombstone on it and it has your name on it?
Yeah. A friend of mine well actually he is my stepbrother, did the paint job for me a few years back.
Hang on guys I will go with you I want to see this. Your stepbrother?
A fellow wrestler who I think is with the WCW right now.
He's not with the WCW anymore.
Oh how comes Linda?
Because we brought them out a few months back. So if your friend I mean brother was with the WCW chances are he is here now. Who is he?
Robbie. But hell he was going by a few different names back the last time that I seen him almost a year ago.
One of them wasn't RVD was it?
Yeah I think one was because he had a thing about the kicks that Van Dam could do.
That would be him. He is a member of the WWF and a good one too. He's your stepbrother?
Yeah Stephanie he is but it's a long story. Is he here tonight Stephanie? I would love to see him.
Yes he is here tonight because he is holding the Hardcore belt right now. I will find out which room he is in so that you can say hi to him before your match.
Great I would really appreciate that. I haven't seen him in a while.
Stephanie, RVD is in with Bradshaw and Brock tonight.
Thank you Taker. Oh and Paul caught me right after we talked earlier. I hear that you and the next big thing had a problem in there?
A problem? No not yet. He mouthed off and I set him straight is all.
* Everyone stands there staring at Taker. He turns and looks at Heaven. *
Well if you are going to help me in time for you to set a match we better get moving.
That right. Lead the way. Chyna I will see you there in a little while.
Sure thing Heaven.
* Taker and Heaven heads toward his locker room. Kane, Edge, Lita and the Hardy head out to Heavens bike. Stephanie, Linda, Vince, Chyna and Triple H head toward the office to see the tape of Heaven. *