Kylee stared at Jon as the words rang in her ears. A match to determine Jon's career. How could she not compete? She knew that she would have to fight anyone and everyone on the AEW roster to get there, but she was ready to do whatever it took for her friend. The room cleared, but Jon and Kylee remained still. She continued to stare at his face, studying his expressions. She knew he was troubled. "Jon. It is going to be alright. I will win that match even if it ends my in-ring career" Kylee stated simply.
Jon's glance finally met hers. His eyes filled with tears. "I still have no control over my own. Vince is still pulling all the strings. There is almost nothing left to fight for" Jon said, his voice cracking from heartbreak. "I refuse to let that man decide when you are done, Jon. I sat on the sideline for almost 6 years as you worked for that man. He never appreciated your heart or talent. He is not going to ruin you anymore. I will make sure of that myself" Kylee said emphatically. Jon's glance quickly shot up. He looked behind Kylee. She turned and saw her current boyfriend, Nic Nemeth (Dolph Ziggler).
"Hi Nicky" Kylee said. "Ky, we need to talk" was all he said. She followed as he walked away. Once the pair was alone, he turned to her. "What the hell is going on?" he questioned. "I am not sure what you mean" Kylee replied. "This" he said as he showed her the fateful article. "It's bullshit, is what it is. Nothing happened between us, I swear" she explained. But, she could tell from his expression that he wasn't buying it. "Kylee, do you think I'm stupid?" Nic asked. Clearly, he wasn't going to listen. "What do you want me to say here Nic? Nothing happened. It never does" she explained, almost begging.
He sighed "This isn't the first time Kylee. And even Renee is furious about this. What am I supposed to think?" "You are supposed to believe me because I am your girlfriend" Kylee stated simply. "I just don't think that this is what I want anymore" Nic said motioning between the two. "So, what? You are breaking up with me because of some sleazy ball reporter" Kylee was getting angry. "No. I am breaking up with you because you are untrustworthy and I don't feel like we have a connection anymore" Nic screamed.
Kylee stormed off before Nic could see her cry. She found a dark corner and fell to the floor. Her tears streamed hot and fast down her face. She covered her mouth to stifle her screams as her heart broke even further. Nic had been one of the few good things in Kylee's life. This article was turning into her living nightmare. It was ruining everything. Her Twitter was covered in hateful comments about her, people booed as she entered arenas, they carried signs that had hateful things on them, and she almost attacked multiple times because of it.
As Kylee continued to cry, she slowly began to realize that she really did not have anything left to lose. Her reputation was ruined, her boyfriend had just dumped her, so there was no reason not for her to fight with every ounce of what was left to save Jon. The tears slowed, but her heart continued to break. She stood slowly as she gathered herself. She began making her way back to Jon. As soon as she approached him, Jon knew Kylee had been crying. He ran to her and embraced her. "I'm going to kill him," he said as he kissed the top of her head.
As Jon's embrace tightened around her, Kylee felt just how truly broken she was. This whole lawsuit and everything that has come of this stupid article had just left her in pieces. But it wasn't until Jon held her that she truly snapped. The tears streamed again. Her heart broke more as she slowly sunk to the ground. Jon sat with her as she slowly calmed down once again. He wiped her tears and pulled her in for another hug.
"My life is in ruins, Jon. This stupid article has ruined everything. Nothing even happened. And yet, I am the most hated person in existence" she cried. "Kylee. Stop. No you are not. And people just want to cause drama. Ignore them and just be yourself. Because you are my best friend and my life is just as fucked as yours" Jon explained as he stroked her back. She laughed through her tears. "Jon, I have to be in this match. If anyone on this roster is going to give it their all to save you guys, then it has to be me. I don't care what it takes Vince is not getting your contract back. End of story" Kylee explained.
"Well, we aren't earning my contract back sitting here on the floor" Jon joked. Kylee's smile returned and the pair stood up. They left the arena back to their hotel, determined to find a way to keep Jon away from Vince McMahon. The days went on and Kylee competed every time there was an opportunity to earn the spot in the ladder match. Each time, she was victorious which only proved that Kylee should be the representative of AEW in the match.
After a few weeks, Tony called a meeting for the women's roster. The girls stood around the room, chatting as they waited to hear their CEO speak. However, Kylee stood perfectly silent. Tony entered the room and stood before his women's roster. "Hello ladies. As you all probably already know, this is about Nowhere to Run. Our one night event with the WWE. Each of you has demonstrated your abilities and desire to enter this match. But, one has stood out to the management team of AEW. That individual is Brianna" Tony spoke slowly. The locker room turned to Kylee, who still hadn't moved. "She has demonstrated her raw talent and unforgiving nature. Which is what we need in this event. So Brianna will be representing AEW that night" Tony explained.
Brianna nodded, agreeing with his decision. "We do have some more information about that night. It will take place at Mckenzie Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The event will be streamed on YouTube and take place on a Friday night, following Friday Night Smackdown. No one besides the competitors will be allowed in the arena. If that rule is broken, then that brand's member will be disqualified. The match ends once the briefcase has been secured by one brand. That brand will gain control of the contracts being disputed. Everything is clear, correct?" Tony explained. The women agreed in unison. As the roster dispersed, women came and congratulated Brianna on the opportunity.
After the meeting, Kylee tracked down Jon. As she approached, she noticed something odd. Jon was standing talking to Kenny. Those hate each other, what gives, she thought. "Hi guys. Whatcha talkin' about?" she said tentatively. Jon turned to her "Nothing important. What did Cody want?" She smiled "I'm in." Jon laughed. "Of course you are. You are the most deserving candidate" Kenny piped in. "I was here looking for you actually. Here" Kenny explained as he held out a small envelope. "What is this?" Kylee questioned. "Oh nothing" Kenny teased as he walked away.
Kylee opened the envelope to find a small card and flash drive inside. She read the card 'Pulled as many strings as I could as Executive VP to get this from security' followed by his iconic Omega signature. Kylee smiled. "What is it?" Jon questioned. "I don't know. Let's go get my computer" she replied. The two reached her dressing room and pulled out her laptop and inserted the flash drive. There was only one thing on it, a video. Kylee played it. As it played, she was brought to tears. The video was the security camera footage showing exactly what happened when the picture from the article was taken.
