(Brandon POV)

So... that happened...

Yeah, we're now officially free agents... I honestly think Dori took the news the hardest. She never let me go and basically cuddled herself to sleep in my lap if you can believe it haha. I eventually slowly got up and carried her to the master bedroom, gently placed her on her side of the bed and tucked her in. I had a feeling it's what she'd want after the news she heard.

After sliding the covers over her, I kissed her forehead and quietly closed the door as I left. I had some Editing commissions and Music to get to, but I made sure to use headphones as to not disturb my punk rock counterpart from her sleep. Might I add, she looks so peaceful in slumber it's... cute. A few hours later, I ended up finishing my work and joined her in bed. I swear I feel like she must've been at least partially awake, or pretending she was asleep, because as soon as I laid down on the bed and got comfy, I felt her hands move from my back over my shoulder, eventually finding my chest and drawing our initials with an X between them.

I chuckled to myself as I slowly moved my head to kiss her. She gladly accepted this notion as her legs overlapped mine from underneath the covers. She pulled away from the kiss to catch her breath for a second.

"Thank you..."

She said softly as if anyone else was around even though no one else was in the house. I didn't mind though.

"Don't mention it... I knew you were asleep and I kinda had stuff to do so..."

We shared a laugh before she opened her eyes. I swear they are the most beautiful ones I've seen in ages... Sorry Becks ahaha.

"Not just for that silly... for being there for me since we met."
She let a slight giggle escape as she continued.

"I mean we've basically.. been a package deal since we started our careers and now with us both being gone..."

"It's kinda like a new chapter or something?"

"Yeah... exactly like that."

She smiled and grabbed for my hand to interlock it with hers.

"Our new chapter..."

I could see the warmth in her eyes and I knew she was right. She soon leaned back in for a kiss and at that moment everything else was a blur.

(End POV)

3 MONTHS LATER
(Dori POV)

Hey guys! Yup... you're not reading that wrong. After our subsequent firings and like any other firing in WWE, the company hands out a 90... Day... No compete clause. It's... sad, but I guess rules are rules. I mean we already know where we're going so I guess that's the easy part of our return taken care of. It's just the sitting on the shelf that's getting to me and I assume Brandon as well, I mean I asked him about it and... I saw a hint of doubt in his eyes... that's unlike him, but I could understand why.

Either way, him and I were keeping in decent shape in our at home gym counting down the days as they ticked by. Little did we know, someone else knew about us getting canned, and she showed up at our door an hour later.

The next day after breakfast, we both heard the ring doorbell go off, so Brandon got up from couch to answer it. It turned out to be our friend turned enemy turned friend Rebecca... guess she heard about the news just like we did.

"Hey B! Long time no chat!"

"Howdy! This is.... Unexpected, but much welcomed."

They both shared a laugh as he welcomed her in.

"Yeah, I heard the news, but wanted to give you guys some alone time before I barged in. How yous holding up?"

"Actually, pretty darn well to be honest. We're both still keeping in shape, and overall keeping ourselves busy."

"Then I'd assume you guys aren't done in the ring?"

"No shot!"

I but in from around the corner in the dining room as the two laughed once more. I walked around when I was finished cleaning up in the kitchen.

"Yeah, what she said."
He replied patting my shoulder as I put an arm around his back.

"Good to see your guy's are still in good company with each other."

"Yeah... right now together's all we got so I guess it'd behoove us to stick to it... not like this one can go for a second without hugging me."

B said as the three of us burst into laughter.

"Hey, Don't act like you don't like it haha."

I replied in between laughter.

"I know, I know... anyways Becks just checking in or something?"

"Yeah of course! I don't need a thing. Just checking up on my two favorite munchkins."

"Hey, we're lovable alright..."

"...But we'll also tear a limb off if necessary."

We said interchangeably.

"Noted... well alright then! Glad you lot are doing alright, and a special good luck to you guys on finding your happiness in wrestling."

"Thanks, much appreciated."
B said nodding his head.

"Maybe you could come out to a show?"
I asked.

"We'll see providing schedules line up, but I wouldn't miss it for the world."

She replied as the three of us embraced. This one felt special. I guess you could call it an end of an era type moment. Honestly when we originally squashed this whole beef thing that happened a while ago, everything just felt right. Now we could move forward and in this case... a new company.

All Out
NOW Arena
Chicago, Illinois

Finally, the day is Here! A few days ago, we flew out to Chi-town completely under the radar and we stayed incognito for the for the entire time. Honestly, the amount of times I wanted to just say "fuck it" and explore so far has been alarming, but I knew we didn't want to risk alerting the press about our involvement with AEW, after all we are two high level signees right?

When we did have to drive to the arena, I wore one of my favorite punk rock hoodies with the hood up to hide my hair. Some say that dyed hair is a curse, I honestly don't see it haha. We soon made it backstage with out being detected and walked to our locker room.

As we got unpacked and ready for the show, Brandon sat down in one of the lockers and scrolled through his phone. I knew he was probably not gonna put it down until showtime so I wanted to show him something that I made special for my debut.

"Hey Mr. Phonaholic..."

"Hm?"

"I don't know if you'd care to see it, I'm showing you anyways l, but I made a special entrance jacket for my debut."

"Alright, I'm intrigued."
He said putting his phone down and readjusting himself in the locker. I eventually took out the jacket from my gear bag and... well...

Yeah... just as good in real life ;)

"Holy Shit!"

"Right... honestly I love how this came out!"

"I agree! Little one's gonna shine out there."

He replied playfully rubbing my hair as I put my head on his chest. Honestly... this was... pfft... magical I guess is the word for it. I've known this guy ever since the origin of the Riott Squad days. I believe that was right after Becks broke it off with him. We started this team, and to be honest it felt more like a family the longer it went on. That's in turn why I broke down when we got released. Like... I know I still had Brandon, but with the original squad of us Gionna and Sarah, and even with the inclusion of Gunner late in our WWE run, it just felt like we were all one unit. Now that Gionna and Jake are tearing it up in WWE, meanwhile we are here in another company getting ready to make an impact... it just doesn't feel right... but here we are.

I wrapped my arms around his back and took this moment all the way in soaking up every moment. It never gets old hugging someone you love, huh?

We soon kissed before getting dressed and ready for the night ahead. I did my own makeup in the bathroom, fair note the bathrooms actually have pretty decent lighting. With all that done, I met B, back in the main locker room. Can I say, with his new workout regimen he looks ten times hotter when in his ring gear, I can't y'all.

"Damn B! Guess those workouts are making a difference huh?"

He laughed a little.

"Yeah I guess so. I've never felt better."

He said confidently as he flashed his gear lights to test them. I then noticed an "R" close to the bottom of the back of the jacket which peaked my interest.

"Wait... what's that?"
I asked pointing out the letter.

"Hm? Oh, that?"
He got up and turned around so I could get a better view. I honestly put my hand over my mouth in shock to stop me from screaming. There on his jacket was a sticker that in fact read "The Runaway" my catchphrase... in black, white, and red. Accommodated by my Ring name and a heart in a smaller font below it... Dude when I say I nearly cried...

"Just a new addition for the greatest person to ever ever enter my world."

Aaaand that's what broke me. I lunged forward and hugged him with tears in my eyes. Who knew right? Who knew two friends from WWE would eventually make a badass team... and couple...

"I love you... so much..."

"I love you too."
1 HOUR LATER
Right so, the show's been absolutely INSANE so far. So much talent in so many matches, to the fact that I almost forgot I had a match. It was only until minutes before the tag team Steel Cage ended, that I got a knock from one of the producers  so I got my jacket, kissed Brandon once more, and left to get ready for the Casino Battle Royale.

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THE JOKER

Well... here we go... 3 months of training and waiting have finally come to this. I was waiting in the back while the clock counting down and the Joker car being displayed on the trona, my theme eventually kicked in sending the crowd into a frenzy.

I walked out second later taking this all in. This was my moment, some would say one of redemption. I spun around to show off the back of my jacket to the crowd before eventually walking down to the ring, taking off said jacket, and preparing for the war that was coming.
20 minutes later...

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Through biding my time, potential teamwork and a little bit of luck, I made it to the final two. No time to rest though seeing as my last roadblock was the one and only Thunder Rosa. A damn good pro wrestler from what I saw, but now wasn't the time for patronizing, I had a job to do.

After being pulled over the top rope, I repositioned myself on the apron across from her, and after a few close calls from either side... well I had to put her in her place...

First match... first win...

I honestly couldn't believe it for a split second, but everything soon became quite clear. Yours truly has a future title shot with a certain Dr. and Women's Champ...

After damn near balling out in the ring, I took my leave backing up the ramp victorious and still on a high from what just happened. I eventually made it backstage to applause from some of my coworkers there. I could tell I have some potential new friends here haha. Then I caught Brandon out of the corner of my eye and ran straight into his arms.

"Well Holy Shit Miss Soho! That was incredible!"
He said wrapping his arms around me.

"Yeah... I'm still on cloud nine right now."

"I can tell! I haven't seen you that excited since..."

"Mania?"

"Yeah... So was it worth it?"

"Hm?"

"This whole venture 3 months later."

"Oh absolutely! I'm just glad I get to do it with my boyfriend."

"Damn right..."

He replied as we hugged for a little while longer before heading to the back.
(End POV)

AFTER THE MAIN EVENT
(Brandon POV)

Right-o!! Oh, you thought we were done? Not a chance. I watched the main event of Kenny Omega versus Christian Cage rather closely and decided... "You know... that title would look real nice on me."

So after the match I walked to gorilla and waited for the perfect moment. Little did I know that I'd have company.

*in the ring*

"The only people that would ever have a chance to beat me... are either not here... they're already tired or... they are already dead...

At that moment the lights went out little did anyone know, these next few moments would be the most Iconic in AEW history.

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Adam Cole's new AEW theme hit and the crowd went absolutely insane as he made his way into the NOW Arena. Even I was a little shocked to see him here... but guys where I come from usually come here after being released so that's alright. Surely it'll only happen once right?

The moment that thought crossed my mind, a familiar voice captured my attention.

"Hey... why do I recognize you from somewhere?"

I looked up to see none other than Bryan Danielson, FKA Daniel Bryan, standing about 2 feet in front of me.

"Wait... Bryan? You signed too?!"

"Shh... not yet bud."
He played shushed and tried not to hold back a laugh.

"I'm actually surprised to see you here, you're were one of the top new guys there."

"Yeah, Shit happens I guess. I'm ready for new opportunities though."

"Aren't we all. Good luck bro."
He laughed as we fist bumped and he walked closer to the stage entrance to prepare for his cue.

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When that cue came around I swear the crowd was louder than they were for Cole. I could practically feel them from back here. After Bryan made himself comfortable out there the lights cut out one more time as my theme hit.

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"Now what?"
JR asked from the commentary table.

As my theme dropped, I emerged from the tunnel to the roar from the crowd. I could feel whatever energy Chicago had left as my ring gear flashed bright white and blue colors from the LED strips.

I slowly walked to the center of the stage with that confident smirk that I usually wear to any ring. Seeing as the ring was a little crowded I just stood on the stage as my theme continued.

"Don't you know JR? That's the one and only Brandon Powers! Former IWGP champion! he's claimed other championship all around the world and now... he's here in All Elite Wrestling!"
Tony Schiavone explained.

The broadcast left the air with me doing my signature pose and panning back and forth between me and the crowd in the ring. All whilst the crowd was chanting my name.

"Woah woah woah cut the damn music... Who in the hell are you?'"
Kenny yelled over the mic. He looked like he was about to pop a blood vessel.

"Me..?"
I mouthed waiting for a mic from the production team. One was soon given moments later.

"Me? Well... I'm Brandon Powers..."
I said as the crowd roared taking me by surprise.

"I'm surprised you haven't heard of me, it seems Chicago has... anyways, I am here because I heard of all the hype and buzz behind this, newly made company that's... taking the world by storm with brand new talent... and of course some of the favorites... Kinda like where me and BD came from.... But better."

I paused as the crowd roared and United chants of "AEDub."

"Now I know... I know Kenny, I've been watching the product, I know that you've created this... narrative that everyone and everything this company stands for and means runs through you and... I-I like you Kenny but I also think you're full of crap."

The crowd popped as Kenny popped off and had to be held back by his boys in The Elite.

"You see Chicago... I think it's time we had a changing of the gaurd... here in AEW... I think it's time... I put the best bout machine out of commission, but...."

The crowd popped as Kenny got more and more agitated.

"But... I can see your a little busy... With The American Dragon there... So... IF you manage to get past them... I'll be waiting... and I WILL take that title whilst making sure that You...

POWR... DOWN!!"

The crowd said my famous catchphrase along with me as I put a rock and roll symbol in the air before pointing it horizontally at the ring, more specifically Mr. Omega.

And with that, my theme hit, and I walked to the back with the crowd cheering once again.

Dori was waiting for me backstage and from the looks of her, she already changed.

If I'm honest, I didn't mind because she still looked hot as hell.

"Damn! That felt good!"
I said as we fist bumped.

"I can tell, you looked badass as always out there."

"Yeah, sometimes you never forget your swagger huh?"

"Definitely.."
She let a slight giggle escape before we kissed and walked back to our locker room. I eventually changed into my own street clothes and we headed back to the hotel. The next morning we had a flight booked for around 10 A.M. so we had to get some shuteye.

I'd say the first night at our new home did not disappoint, and this is only just the beginning.

See y'all later
(End POV)