The lights dimmed in the JWF Thunder arena as the show's opening pyro blazed across the stage. The crowd was still buzzing from last week's chaos, but the atmosphere shifted as Chang Toriyaki's theme hit, and he walked down to the ring with a purpose. Dressed in his trademark suit, his expression was unusually serious, signaling to the audience that something big was about to unfold.
Chang entered the ring, taking a microphone as the crowd quieted down. He took a breath, casting a glance at the stage before turning his attention back to the fans.
Chang: I've been thinking long and hard about the chaos that's been unfolding in JWF. Jack McMahon, Ashley, all the power plays, all the backstabbing, and quite frankly... the delusions of power from some people.
The crowd reacted with a mix of cheers and boos, as the tension hung heavy in the air.
Chang: But I'm not out here just to talk. I'm out here to set the record straight, once and for all. You see, Jack McMahon and Ashley like to parade around here as if they run things. As if they hold all the cards. But the truth is... they're nothing more than mascots.
The crowd gasped at the bluntness of Chang's statement.
Chang: That's right. Jack McMahon. Ashley. Each of them, even me, only own 10% of this company. Nothing more. They're not in charge. They're not the real power behind JWF.
The crowd started to murmur as the gravity of Chang's words settled in.
Chang: And the real CEO, the true owner of this company... he's ready to make his appearance.
The arena fell into a hush as everyone waited for Chang's next words. A palpable tension filled the air, knowing whoever this CEO was, their arrival was imminent.
Suddenly, Jack McMahon's theme blared through the speakers, and both Jack and Ashley stormed out onto the stage, visibly shaken.
Jack: Chang, you'd better not-
Chang: Oh, don't worry, Jack. I'm not going to do anything. But he will.
Chang's words were like a trigger. Jack and Ashley exchanged a glance before turning pale, their cocky facades crumbling as they both muttered in perfect sync.
Jack and Ashley: Oh fuck.
Chad Darby: What?! Who could possibly shake Jack McMahon like this? What does Chang mean?!
The lights in the arena went dark, and the ominous sound of new music hit-something the audience had never heard before. A slow, thunderous beat echoed through the speakers as the screen lit up with one word.
SO-VE-REIGN
As the lights returned, a towering figure in an expensive black suit stepped out from behind the curtain. His presence alone commanded respect. His gaze was cold, calculating, and radiated authority. The crowd was in awe as he stood at the top of the ramp, surveying the arena with a slight, knowing smirk. This was the man who had been pulling the strings behind the scenes-the true CEO of JWF.
Chad: Oh my god... that's Sovereign! The man who owns JWF!
The crowd exploded in shock and awe. Sovereign made his way to the ring, exuding an aura of control and dominance with each step. Jack McMahon, unable to hold back his frustration, charged down the ramp, screaming obscenities, trying to rush the ring. But before he could get too far, security swarmed him, holding him back.
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Jack: You don't own me! You don't own this place! I'm a McMahon, damn it!
Sovereign stood in the ring, calmly watching as Jack struggled against the security guards, his voice dripping with disdain.
Sovereign: You are nothing more than a loud, obnoxious footnote in this company's history, Jack. And tonight, your delusions of grandeur come to an end.
Jack fought harder, his face turning red as security kept him from getting closer to the ring. He screamed threats, kicking wildly, but Sovereign remained unphased.
Sovereign: From this moment on, there will be no more power struggles. No more pretending. This is my company, and you... you are no longer a part of the decision-making process.
Ashley, standing on the ramp, looked frozen, her face filled with horror. She rushed toward the ring, her voice trembling as she reached the apron.
Ashley: Wait! Sovereign, I-I can help! You don't have to do this! I've been loyal, I've followed every order. I deserve to keep my spot!
Sovereign turned to her, raising an eyebrow as if amused by her desperation. He stepped closer, leaning over the ropes slightly, his voice cutting through the tension like a knife.
Sovereign: Deserve? You think loyalty to Jack McMahon is enough? You've been a puppet, nothing more.
Ashley: I can change that! I can be loyal to you. Just give me a chance. Please, Sovereign!
For a moment, Sovereign considered her words, his expression unreadable. The crowd waited, holding their breath, wondering if Ashley had managed to save herself. But then, Sovereign's smirk returned.
Sovereign: I don't need you, Ashley. Your services are no longer required.
The rejection was cold and final. Ashley's face fell, her desperation replaced with stunned silence as she backed away from the ring, realizing her fate had been sealed.
Chad: Sovereign just dismissed Ashley like she's nothing! This man is ruthless!
Sovereign: Jack, Ashley... don't worry. I'll find a use for you yet. But for now, I want you both to understand that your little reign of chaos is over. Welcome to my era.
With that, Sovereign dropped the microphone, standing tall in the ring as the crowd roared in approval. Jack, still being restrained by security, shouted in frustration as Sovereign's smirk remained, unfazed by the tantrum. The future of JWF was now firmly in his hands.
Sovereign stood tall in the ring, the crowd's reaction still echoing through the arena. Jack McMahon continued to struggle against security, his face contorted with fury, while Ashley stood frozen, her pleas for mercy having been dismissed without a second thought.
Sovereign: Now, as for how we move forward... it's time to balance things out.
The crowd hushed again as Sovereign continued, clearly not finished. Chang Toriyaki, who had been standing off to the side watching the spectacle unfold, now stepped closer, his expression curious but still respectful of Sovereign's command of the situation.
Sovereign: You see, Jack, Ashley... this little power play of yours? It's over. The 20% you two held between you-well, I think it's time to hand that over to someone who actually understands what it means to run a business.
Sovereign turned his head, his cold eyes landing on Chang, who blinked in surprise but didn't speak. The crowd murmured, sensing something major was about to happen.
Sovereign: Chang Toriyaki. You've been a steady hand, a man of logic and loyalty. While these two have played games, you've maintained your professionalism. So, as of right now, Jack McMahon's 10%, and Ashley's 10%, are yours.
The crowd exploded in cheers at the revelation.
Chad Darby: What?! Chang Toriyaki now owns 30% of JWF?! That's a massive shift in power!
Chang's eyes widened, but he quickly composed himself, nodding respectfully to Sovereign. He extended his hand, and Sovereign took it, shaking firmly as the arena erupted in a mix of shock and excitement.
Sovereign: 30% of this company is now in your hands, Chang. Use it wisely.
Sovereign smirked as he released Chang's hand, stepping back and casting a cold glance toward Jack, who was still being held by security at the bottom of the ramp. Jack's eyes were wide with rage and disbelief, his body shaking with anger as he realized just how much power had been stripped from him.
Jack: This... this isn't over! You can't do this!
Sovereign's expression didn't change as he stared down at the struggling McMahon.
Sovereign: It's already done.
He turned away from Jack, addressing the crowd one final time.
Sovereign: From this point forward, JWF is under new management. Welcome to the next era.
With those final words, Sovereign exited the ring, leaving Chang standing tall, holding the 30% ownership that had just been gifted to him. Jack continued to thrash against the security holding him back, his fury growing as the crowd cheered for the newly cemented power structure in JWF.
Chad: Chang Toriyaki now holds 30% of this company! Sovereign just dismantled Jack and Ashley's control with one swift move! What does this mean for the future of JWF?!
The camera cut to Chang, who stood in the center of the ring, looking down at Jack and Ashley with a small, satisfied smile, fully aware of the seismic shift that had just taken place. Sovereign's influence was now absolute, and Chang Toriyaki held more power than ever before.
