A white van with the WZCW logo drives through an eerie wooded area and as it slowly reaches its destination we see a rundown cabin in the middle of the woods that could be straight out of an Evil Dead remake. The van door swings open and out jumps a camera crew and WZCW very own, Leon Kensworth
Leon Kensworth here for WZCW.com as we are reporting from the Wacky Coral Gun Club here in the middle of nowhere it seems. We are on the lookout for The Beard as he we look to speak to him regarding his 2nd round match this week against the recently returned Justin Cooper. Lets head inside and take a look.
The camera crew follows as Leon creeks the door open. Inside we see what isnt The Beards usual crowd. Biker gangs, ex-cons, big tattooed dudes, and the likes flutter the establishment as Leon slowly enters and as he makes his way to the front counter, camera crew in tow the place goes silent. Leon can be heard gulping, clearly threatened in the situation as he confronts the owner, a big man with a skull tattooed on the right side of his head, and untamed grey beard that straggles down to his connecting chest hairs. Garnered in a cut and a flannel, Leon looks concerned.
Hi Im Leon, Leon Kensworth from WZCW. Im looking for The Beard.
The owner looks around the establishment before spitting a wad of tobacco from his mouth into a nearby spittoon.
Look around boy. We gots lots a guys here with beards. Take ya pick. I just reckon ya chose wisely. Dont wanna ruin dat pretty suit.
The owner, now standing with Leon straightens his suit and dusts off his shoulders as he places his arm around Leon and waves his hand to show off his wonderful establishment.
Umm sir Im look for the man who actually goes by The Beard.
The owner doesnt seem to appreciate Leons tone as his grip tightens upon Leons shoulder, almost representing that of a nerve hold.
Big fella?
Yup.
With a big beard?
Hence the name.
With an even bigger personality?
I guess you can say that.
A real mans man?
He is the manliest WZCW has to offer.
Leon feels the conversation is stalling as the owner continues to eyeball him, but suddenly the mood changes as the owner bursts out a howling laugh and slaps Leon across the back.
Well shoot son, why didntcha say so. Beard is out back firing some rounds. Give Eustace a follow and hell guide ya right there.
Eustace appears from the corner and startles Leon. The old man with a hunch slowly waves his decrepit hand signaling Leon to follow. The interviewer shrugs his shoulders and tells the camera crew to tag along as the group makes their way through a very narrow hallway. Hanging on the walls are pictures of motorcycles, dead deer, guns, wolves, and other manly things. Finally they reach a door and Eustace disappears through another. Leon and crew open the door as they see Beard on a bench polishing a gun.
Lets do this. Ladies and gentlemen joining me at this time is the man who defeated TSA member Mason Westhoff last week in the 1st round of the Gold Rush tournament and this week he takes on battle royal winner, the controversial Justin Cooper.
Beard seems content ignoring Kensworth as he loads up his gun and fires off a handful of rounds. As the clouds settle and the ears stop ringing and the smell of gunpowder lingers in the air, Leon tries another attempt at getting Beards attention.
Beard may I ask why you brought us here this evening?
I brought you hear to give Justin Cooper a dose of his own medicine. You see Leon, Im doing what Justin Cooper does best.
Which is?
Shooting of course.
Beard fires off another set of rounds as Leon jumps each time, covering his ears.
I think you are mixing up your definitions of shooting Beard.
Thats not the point Leon. See Justin Cooper makes noise shooting off his mouth, well I make noise shooting this. Its all principle Leon. One way or another to make an impact you gotta make some noise. Justin Cooper many think is all talk. And sure I can see that, but he is a wise man. Maybe the smartest in the business, but he knows what sells and he makes it happen. Theres just one issue Leon.
And what is that?
Hes chasing the wrong belt.
Are you saying Cooper isnt good enough for the Gold Rush tournament?
Oh contraire Leon. Quite the opposite actually. Ive never defeated Cooper in our previous encounters. Justin Cooper is plenty good to be a world champion, but his focus is on the EurAsian title. You see it is every superstars dream to be champion, world champion especially. Justin Cooper knows that and he may very well be a world champion someday. However that day isnt now. See Justin Cooper wants the EurAsian championship, Justin Cooper wants Chris K.O. He doesnt want The Beard. His mind is set, it is focused, his decision is made whether he knows that or not.
Are you implying that Justin Cooper is underestimating you?
Again you are putting words into my mouth and searching for a controversial headline. Controversy is what Cooper thrives on and he is the best at it, Im not going to beat him at his own game. He is the master manipulator and a master wordsmith. See Leon, I actually respect Cooper. He has made a name for himself with his mouth and that has got him where he is. He is his own hype man and nobody hypes up Justin Cooper like Justin Cooper.
How do you plan on defeating Cooper, who has all the hype and may be the favorite to win this thing come Ascension?
There it is. That is what I thrive on. People get coined the favorite, yet I just sit in the corner and Im banished from all the fun. You want a headline Leon, youre gonna get one. You see Im someone you dont want to fuck with.
Beard, you cant use that vul-
Usually Id apologize and say I got carried away Leon, but you wanted it and you got it. I not only defeated Grizzly Bob at Kingdom Come, I defeated a freaking bear Leon. And last week I defeated one of TSA's top guys in Westhoff. I am the manliest man in wrestling and this week I am the man that is going to end the hype. And when it is all said and done and the smoke clears you'll see that I am the man that is going to be the next world champion.
This is a new side of you Beard, a more confident side that we arent use to seeing.
With wins comes confidence and with confidence comes attitude. The mountain is this high Leon and Im only partway there. The world of wrestling its a jungle, man. And right now Im the king of that jungle, I am the lion. Mason Westhoff was the prey last week. This week I sit atop my throne and look off into the distant jungle and I see blood trickling down the leaves Leon. Do you know whose blood it is Leon?
Leon shakes his head as The Beard continues to paint a vivid picture for the WZCW.com crew
That blood belongs to Justin Cooper.
I think we got it Beard, than-
Beard grabs the mic from Leon, cutting him off. Beard holds up one finger letting the camera know he has one more thing on his mind before cutting the interview off.
Word of advice, if you stand in the way of a lion you will hear his roar. Justin Cooper you arent at fault, Im not trying to single you out, but youre in my way and come Ascension you will hear my roar. Fear the beard.
Beard drops the mic as he walks away towards the lodge. Leon is hesitant as he bends down to grab the mic before looking off into the woods as sees Beard conversing with no other than Ezekiel Hewitt.. Kensworth whispers to his camera crew as he looks on trying not to be spotted.
Guys try and catch what they are saying.
The camera crew zooms in and tries to pick up the conversation as the screen is fuzzy from the zoom.
Have you considered my offer?
Beard runs his hands through his sweaty hair and latches onto his beard before turning around to leave, but Zeke grabs onto his arm and pulls him back. Beard is frustrated as he raises his hand towards Zeke, but the elder beardsman shakes his head as Beard lowers his hand.
I
I need more time.
The clock is ticking.
Beard wanders off and pounds his hand against a nearby tree, splitting the bark as he disappears into the distance. Zeke smiles on and nods his head in approval before turning his head and spotting Leon and his crew. They are startled as Zeke slowly walks towards them yelling at them. The camera becomes shaky as we see Hemsworths feet at a fast speed as he and the crew attempt to escape as the camera falls to the ground, shutting off the film. All that can be heard is gravel spitting up into the air and a very angry Ezekiel Hewitt shouting in the distance.