Warning; The Following Contains Material Not Suitable For All Viewers. It Is Intended For Mature Audiences Only. Viewer Discretion IS Advised.   Message From The Writer: Well since Kevin and I agreed upon doing two; here's the first of two. Second should be up tomorrow, this is my first match r/p since last June/July whenever it was and my head is not totally in this due to something that happened earlier in the week but I still showed so yeah. Hopefully it's not that bad or anything. "There isn't anyone alive that can defeat me. No one...deserves to be Champion as much as me. I'll tell all of you ingrates exactly why I am the perfect Champion. If you take the ruthlessness of all those fierce competitors that have graced the squared circle and you take the burning desire of those like Kevin Sane; the will to just keep going on, never say die, never give up, never quit attitude. You take that and you combine those things, and what you have as the end result is Ryan Payne. Doubt me all you want but this is my time, we are in the era of Payne. In a world full of fools and heroes, the Villain stands above all...one day though, I will become your hero whether you like it or not. Kevin Sane may be your hero and you think that he's going to save you, but...who is going to save Kevin Sane from me? I'll tell you: nobody. Kevin's going to continue to live in my shadow and eventually he'll fade away and die in my light; soon, he'll know that I am the true Villain of this story."--Vintage Ryan Payne promo [Early last year during the infamous Sane/Payne feud that took place in countless organizations.] Just when you thought things couldn't get any better for WGEF, perhaps one of the biggest matches--if not the biggest match was announced for Friday Night Fight Night; the road to Whatever It Takes goes through this event and the tournament for crown an opponent for Drew Stevenson to fight for the World Heavyweight Championship is heating up. A match that die hard wrestling fans have been waiting to see; Kevin Sane Vs. Ryan Payne and not only that but this match will take place inside a brutal Steel Cage where the only way to win is to escape. For those of you that don't know, this battle between Sane and Payne dates back to years ago...it's one that's been off and on and it's one that WGEF can definitely use. When you think of two iconic names within the wrestling business, you can look no further than Ryan Payne and Kevin Sane. Both, respectively, have accomplished great success since entering the squared circle...although, Ryan accomplished his at a much more rapid pace than Sane. For so long, the 'war' between these two men have gone above and beyond expectations. At times, it seemed that the animosity between them was personal but in this business, that's exactly what it is; just business. Any organization these two have been a part of, it's always been one of those anything you can do, I can do better type deals between them. When Ryan had his hit show: The Player's Lounge, Kevin fired back with his: The Sanctum. When Ryan held the record for being the longest reigning Internet Champion(now second longest reigning) Kevin wanted to outdo his record(but didn't). Ryan became the General Manager, Kevin then became the General Manager of the secondary show and so on and so forth. Some people would view this as nothing more than a pissing contest and it certainly has to be that because if this were a dick measuring contest, we know that Kevin couldn't possibly trump Ryan's proverbial ace of spades. That isn't what this is about though. This marks the dawning of a new era. While on camera these two men never liked one another, off camera and behind the scenes has been a totally different story. The mutual respect has been there for quite some time. What a way to debut though, what a huge way for Ryan to enter the company. First match in and he's entered into this huge World Championship tournament. Was this something that he really wanted and expected? Truth be told, no...not really. His main focus first coming in was to clear the trash out of WGEF but with this opportunity now in his face, he wasn't going to let it go to waste. Besides...another match with Kevin Sane, he knew he had to bring his "A" game, something that both of them did each time they had a match. Each time they stepped into the ring with one another, they definitely brought the best out of one another. That's always been a dynamic in their matches, you could always expect the absolute very best and it's like Ryan always says...'if you're not striving to be the best, you might as well be dead'. "Every time I'm out there competing against Kevin, I tell him before the match and right when we're beginning; let's outdo what we did last time. Every time I go out there to wrestle against him, I want to put on a better performance than I did the last time. If we got a five star rating on our previous match, I want five and a half or better in the next one. I could care if it's a good match, if it didn't outdo the last one we did, it doesn't mean as much. That's just the type of person I am. I expect the best and I give the best and I feel that now more than ever..the fans definitely deserve the best and whether it's me or Kevin...that's exactly what they'll get."--Excerpt from Ryan Payne's radio interview(which will be featured at a later time). January 30th, 2009 Friday Night Fight Night A PAYNE-FUL APPEARANCE Those that tuned in to last week's edition of FNFN witnessed the second appearance by one, Ryan Payne. The first of course was just last week on Rampage when he revealed himself as the Savior within the promos on WGEF.com and as the man that hired Jason Locke to come in and take out Spear and Svd. After Jason won the handicap match against the two, Ryan would appear and would go on an ass kicking spree basically and deliver Death Kicks to all that stood in the ring. The following event--that being FNFN--he would appear after a match he had absolutely nothing to do with and would deliver Painkiller's to both Phoenix Winterborn and the self proclaimed 'WGEF Savior'. Immediately following the deliverance of Painkiller's, Ryan was then informed that he'd be making his in-ring debut on the upcoming Friday Night Fight Night and that he'd be facing someone he knew very well. He didn't think anything of it at the time but when he found out, you can imagine his reaction to it. Want to know what it was? It was a smile. Confused? Well, see...like I said, this thing between Ryan and Kevin goes back a long ways and it's only fitting that they get to do battle like this again, especially under circumstances like this. They possess something that others can only dream of. After the show, Kris Dawson caught up with Ryan Payne for this exclusive interview posted on WGEF.com under the exclusive media section. "Ryan Payne, it was leaked on WGEF.com at the end of the show that your opponent for next week's event would be none other than Kevin Sane. How do you feel about facing him?" "How do I feel about facing Kevin? Hmm...I feel great about it, actually. It's going to be quite the match, it's like two titans...no, no...I take that back. It's like a God Vs. a Titan. The Unstoppable Force Vs. The Immovable Object, something's got to give. No, in all seriousness, I look forward to this match between Kevin and I. It should be one for the record books." "The history between you two isn't exactly hidden, what will make this different than your last encounter?" "Everything." Ryan simply responded. "Can you elaborate on that?" "Sure. See, every time Kevin and I enters that ring, it's something different. The last time we faced one another, it wasn't exactly friendly terms, that was then though. I've put that behind me, this time we're entering this ring...it's going to be nothing more than a respectable battle. One legend facing another." "Do you think Kevin is your biggest competition within this tournament?" "You know...on any given day, anybody can be defeated by anybody. I mean, I've seen Chris Orton win matches so I'm a believer of that age old saying that 'anything is possible' but as far as your question goes; probably. Kevin and I are almost on the same level, the only advantage he has on me right now is that I'm returning from an injury. This is my first match back so the rust might be there somewhat." "What happens if you should lose this match?" "Then I lose, but you'd better believe that I'll give it my all. Kevin is a tremendous talent, I can't nor will I even try to discredit him or his abilities in the ring. I know, it's surprising for me to not cut into him as I've made a career in cutting deep into talent but I didn't ever say anything that wasn't true about anybody. When I say I'm awesome, it's because I know it...it's got nothing to do with cockiness. But, that's beside the point; in closing Ms. Dawson...WGEF should feel honored to host this match between myself and Kevin. I think he's going to be coming into this match with a lot to prove but maybe not, I'm not sure. Funny thing though, this time last year is around the time our last feud started up. Coincidence? Some might call it that, but I'd like to think of it as Destiny. I guarantee you one thing, Sane Vs. Payne is going to be one to watch, that's for sure. Trust me when I say...you don't want to miss this." And with that short candid interview, the road to Friday Night Fight Night began. The stage was certainly set and now both performers had to get into their right frame of mind to tear one another apart. Usually, heading into matches, we'd be hearing and seeing Ryan do what he's done for years and that's get into the heads of his opponents. From mocking them to belittling them as only he could do but surprisingly enough, he had no intentions on doing that. This match was going to hold a big degree of respect, the rookies both in WGEF and around the wrestling world period need to pay close attention to this one and take notes. They could definitely learn quite a lot from Ryan Payne and Kevin Sane, but now...it's time for you to take a trip as we look as this road to the event through a different perspective. We'll now be viewing this through the eyes of the man himself; The Certified Immortal: Ryan Payne. x.__Through The Eyes Of Payne "Without rules and respect, we might as well be in trees flinging our shit at one another" From the moment the match was announced, there were questions of whether or not I would make the match and those questions started when I contacted Kevin on Myspace to let him know there was a good chance I would not be able to make it. Though I didn't give him a reason, I didn't really feel I had to but on the other hand, I probably should have. It's going to be quite hard for me to focus on this match, seriously. The reason why I probably wouldn't have been able to make it is because one of my children are sick. You better believe they are my top priority and if I had to walk away from the business for them, I absolutely would with no regrets what so ever. But, my little daughter had a bad cold and she's been fighting it, she just recently got better this past Sunday but I was still sketchy on if I should go yet or not. Several agents from WGEF informed me that if I needed to take this off, I could and there would be a replacement for me and then at the same time...how incompetent would I look to not show for my debut match? How much of a hypocrite would I be after talking about people who no show their matches and I go ahead and do the exact the same thing. I made my decision on Monday, finally. I trust my brother and his wife with the kids--odd, I know--but I trust her more so than him because needless to say; he's an asshole. His wife keeps me updated on them and I appreciate that. This week's show would emanate live from the Bancorp South Arena in Tupelo, Mississippi. My manager--and also a good friend of mine outside the business--Yvette Zamaripa made the travel arrangements for me. As I was on the plane heading to Tupelo, I was worried about my child and I was even more worried that my mind being consumed with this would affect my performance within the ring this Friday and having just come back from injury, it might already be affected due to the lack of competing. This is something I never worried about because I always knew that I was the best and I could go away for a year, two years, three years even and come back, get in that ring and kick ass like I've done day in and day out for as long as I have been doing this. Why is it so different now? Perhaps it's due to the fact that I'm no longer the arrogant, self absorbed asshole that I used to be. I know a lot of people are thankful of that, some still think it's just an act but I've never really been a people pleaser so they'll either accept it or not. I'm not going to beg or ask for anyone to believe in me. One thing I do know for sure though; this match with Kevin on Friday will be another one that'll be added to my list as a great match. Funny thing and something that people probably don't know; Kevin holds a record, he's taken more Painkiller's than anybody in this business and what's even more funny is that when I started my Painkiller Tour back in OCW(Online Championship Wrestling) Kevin swore up and down that he would never be added to that tour, he said he'd never be caught with a Painkiller. I wonder if he still remembers that. It's always been a pleasure working with Kevin, he's got the heart and the drive that so many don't have anymore, he'll keep going and he'll give his blood, sweat and tears for the fans. He does his very best to keep the crowd alive and into whatever it is that he's doing and that is one of the many reasons why he is where he is today. Some people try and they fail miserably, they think it's easy. They think that one day they can jump up, decide to be a professional wrestler and gain the respect and admiration of their peers, it doesn't work that way at all. It takes time, you've got to pay your dues and earn your respect. I probably went about getting mine the wrong way but I got it, I don't regret any of it though, that's for damn sure. People may not have liked me for the things I did but I was respected and still am. Love me or hate me, one thing that could never be taken from me was the fact that I went out and gave the performance of my life each time I was scheduled for a match. Whether it be a non-title match, an opening contest or Main Event...I went out with one goal; and that was to steal the show. No question on if that would happen this time around. When you have names like myself and Kevin, two of the hardest workers in the business and you put us in the same ring, you can expect ratings. Big ratings, bigger than the Superbowl, bigger than the World Series and everything else. I honestly feel that when a match of this magnitude happens with the right stars involved, the world stops and they watch because they yearn to see something extraordinary. Something I am quite unknown on though is my alias, I suppose I can continue being known as The Villain but can a face really be called that? You'd think I want to be a hero of some sort and while that may seem logical, Kevin was already known as the hero and I refuse to follow up and steal his thunder. I could probably make this Villain thing work even while face. I mean, if anyone can do it, I can right? Guess time will tell. The flight to Tupelo wasn't that long, well not as long as I thought it would be. Upon landing, my manager, Yvette was there waiting on me. When I walked into the terminal she walked up to me and hugged me and I hugged her back. "One of those managers huh?" I asked with a smile on my face. She smiled back, something she seemed to do a lot often in my presence and who could blame her? I am quite the charmer. "Well I do care about my client, only the best for you. Oh wait, I'd better take that back before you become spoiled." She responded. "Yeah..." I started. "..You're about twenty six years late on that one." I laughed as did she. "So, what's the plan?" I asked. "Well...I don't know yet. You're kind of a tough person to plan for because you've always been so...well, unpredictable." True statement. "I did set up a radio interview for you on Thursday but as far as everything else goes...it's in the air." "So, I'm playing these promos from the heart? Basically they're going to be shoots?" "For the most part. You can handle that right?" "Psht, that's like asking if the pope is catholic. Of course I can handle it. But you should know...I was a little distracted and kind of considered not coming at all." I said to her. "Don't worry though, it would have been for a sensible reason; my daughter was sick and if she didn't get any better I wouldn't have been able to make this show. She's not fully back to good health but she's good enough and in the care of my brother and his wife, they send me updates on her every so often and as a many of fact, I'm going to check on her now." I explained going a mile a minute, when it came to my kids, I was on the ball. It pained me to be away from them in the fashion I was doing. Before I could dial the number, Yvie took my phone and I looked at her. "Yvie, what the hell?!" "Ryan, listen to me...you've got to stop worrying so much. It's great you do that, I mean, everyone knows you care about your kids but...you have to stop doing this checking up on them every five minutes. They are fine, more than fine. If something were wrong, don't you think they'd call you?" She asked me and she made a lot of sense, I guess I was a bit overbearing at times but I just wanted to be sure I wasn't coming up short on any of my parental duties to them. "I mean, I don't mean to sound mean or anything but you really should be focusing on your upcoming match. Kevin Sane is no slouch in the ring, and with this being your first match since June, you need to be prepared." I nodded. "You're absolutely right, this is why I hired you to manage me." "And here I thought it was because you liked my moon balloons." She responded with a smirk. "Well, that was my main reasoning." I replied with a smile and continued on. "But no, seriously...this would be a good experience for you, I figured I could give you some tips and pointers along the way. You want to be the best, you're going to manage the best and learn all you can from him. Lesson number one...heading into a match of this caliber, it's always best to maintain proper respect. Especially when it's someone you have history with that respects just as much as you do him." I explained. "It's weird though..." She started. "You two have been trying to kill each other over the past couple of years and now you respect each other?" "We always have, it was just...I don't know, one of those things? I guess. It's hard to explain, Yvie. It's been a constant game of one upsmanship between myself and Kevin, he's had my number and I've had his. We know the limitations of one another though, that's for sure and you better believe that'll show on Friday." I said to her. "Think you'll be able to film a promo today?" "I could. Why?" "I had a camera crew stationed at the hotel, I wasn't sure if you were ready for one yet or not but I wanted to have one there just in case you were ready." "Yvette, you might be the breast--I mean BEST manager there is." We both shared a laugh, it was pretty dope that we were as close as we were. She was someone that had my back and I had hers and she was definitely a good manager, this was going to be a fruitiful business relationship. Both of us are going to gain a lot from this whole experience, I guarantee it. Leaving the airport, we headed to the hotel in which we'd be residing in for the week of this event and I immediately wanted to get focus and switch gears so that I could film this promo against Kevin. I already knew which way I wanted to go about it and it wasn't going to be my usual trash talking segment, this was going to be different. So, getting there and getting set up in the chair with the microphone put on my shirt, I sat there and waited for the marker, once I got the signal that we were recording, I began... "How fitting that Kevin and myself will be trapped inside a steel cage going at it one more time? I know when I think of steel cages, I think of dogs for some reason and on Fight Night, you'll see two dogs that are completely headstrong and have big hearts go at it. Kevin Sane and I are no strangers to each other but this time when we meet, it'll be different from the others. I'm not out to take any shortcuts to win the match, I'm going to give it my very best and at the end of the contest, the best man will have won. Whether or not it's me or Kevin, I'll be satisfied with it." I stated and continued to look into the camera speaking from the heart. "Kevin, I say this directly to you though, don't take my kindness for weakness. I think you know me better than that, hell...you may know me better than anyone. You've been around me for too long, you know my tricks, you definitely know my Painkiller, I mean jeez, you've taken like what? Fifteen of them?" I laughed asking that question and chances were, it was probably true. "In all seriousness, I'm extremely honored to be within this tournament for the World Championship. When I entered WGEF a week ago, I said that the company needed someone to represent them in a way that they are meant to be. They need someone that not only cares about the company but cares about the product; that being professional wrestling as a whole. People these days forget the basics and just look out for themselves. I honestly feel that someone of my or Kevin's caliber will be a good choice for a Champion. Of course, some would toss Drew Stevenson's name in there and while he's a great talent as well. To be frank, he's not exactly dependable. I think honestly his heart died out this game long ago and it's not just him, it's been a lot of people." I said and looked down for a moment, this was a subject I had been talking about for quite a long time. The whole new wave of professional wrestling, the way people view it now and the way some of the superstars take to it. The way they constantly disrespect Championships and those who have paved the way for them to make it to where they are today. Without them...they'd be absolutely nothing and they fail to realize that. "Maybe in the time I've been gone, Drew found it...I don't know to be honest, the last couple of times I've seen Drew though and have been in the ring with him wasn't the same Drew I knew years ago. The passion was gone, the desire was faded, he was pretty much the shell of his former self. I hope that isn't the case with you Kevin." I said as I went directly back to talking to him one on one. None of this was scripted, mind you. Nothing I ever did was...well, maybe once every blue moon it is but for the most part, anything I'm doing is quite genuine. "I haven't had the pleasure of competing against you for a year and I haven't been part of any organizations with you for that matter. I imagine you're still the same guy, I imagine you still have that fire that burns deep inside you. I imagine you still have that never say die attitude and I hope you hold on to that for a long, long time. I hope you're prepared though Kevin, I hope you're ready for a new brand of Ryan Payne. See...the Ryan you've faced the other times did whatever was neccessary to win. This time, we're going to play this one right down the middle and with it being a Steel Cage where the only way to win is by escape, I guarantee you'll have your work cut out for you. I respect the hell out of you, you know this...but I won't hold back on you. When we step into that ring and the bell sounds, it'll be a completely different story. I intend on coming at you with the fire of one thousand pit bulls and making sure you leave the ring with the thought in your mind that I haven't missed a beat since being out of action. I don't think I really need to tell you to be ready though, you know me just as much as I know you. I look forward to stepping back into the ring with you. May the best man win. So in closing I'll say that...I'm the absolute best and the moment you stop striving to be the best...you might as well be dead." And with that, the camera stopped rolling, fade to black. I do hope you've enjoyed this from the perspective of Ryan Payne. It's wonderful when you get to see the world through another's eyes isn't it? You learn things you never knew. At any rate, Ryan was more than thrilled to be stepping into the ring with his rival; Kevin Sane. These two have practically been at it for over three years, Fight Night would be just another chapter in their book. Question was; which of them would prevail? That was an unknown at this point. One thing that was certain, it was going to be a blockbuster match.