Post by Deleted on Jun 30, 2012 2:38:51 GMT -5
*After suffering a loss in what can be called nothing short of highway robbery and a cheat in every sense of the word in Eric Price’s view, he decided to take some time to relax by flying to Los Angeles immediately following his match at Slam. He had booked an appearance on a game show the following day to lift his spirits as he knew he could best anyone and everyone in a question and answer show due to his intelligence. It would also provide him with a good chance to make even more money. Despite the fact he was actually offered a spot in Celebrity Jeopardy, he refused to take it as he did not believe in donating money to charity and would rather win money on his own and then do with it as he saw fit; he did not appreciate someone else controlling his will.*
Day I: Monday 6/25 – 4 PM – Sony Pictures Studios in Anaheim, CA
Scene I: The end of Double Jeopardy
*The scene opens up with a set of a very famous Game Show known colloquially as a question and answer show except instead of giving the answer to the question, you are instead given the answer and are to respond with the question to it. This show has been running since 1984 and is hosted by Alex Trebek. Currently, the game is nearing the end of the double Jeopardy round with Eric Price in the lead with $16,500. He is standing at the podium closest to Alex with the other two contestants Jim Blaustein and Michael Dougherty were trailing behind him at the podiums next to him with $7,500 and $5,500 respectively. Eric knew he had this game in the bag as he was far enough ahead of his opponents that they could no longer catch up to him even in the Final Jeopardy round. With the only clue left on the board at the end of this double Jeopardy round being for $2000 and the category being South American Languages, the taping is joined in progress…*
Alex: And the last clue, South American Languages for $2000. With 1.5 million speakers, Italian is this country’s second most spoken language, Arabic is third and German is fourth.
*Eric buzzes in*
Alex: Yes, Eric.
Eric: What is Argentina?
Alex: That is correct Eric bringing you up to $18,500 and putting you solidly in the lead. We have Jim in second place at $7,500 and Michael in third at $5,500 heading into Final Jeopardy with the Final Jeopardy category, US Vice Presidents. We’ll be right back after these messages.
*The Jeopardy theme plays as the taping cuts and the players are given a brief 5 minute recess as the equipment is setup for Final Jeopardy. Eric takes advantage of this to step away from the set momentarily and make a phone call*
Eric (on his cell phone): Hey Jonathan, how are you doing? (pause) That’s good, good. Hey listen, don’t sweat what happened with our match last night, this week we’ll make Prophecy wish they had never messed with us. (pause) Well right now, I’m kind of busy with some business. Why don’t you come down to Los Angeles on Thursday and we can talk more about expansion plans here. We can either meet at my office or at the site, it’s up to you. (pause) Well, let me know. Text or e-mail me. See you later this week.
*Eric hangs up the cell phone as a stage hand arrives to inform him that they are about to begin taping the Final Jeopardy segment. Eric quickly heads to the stage as taping is set to begin in 1 minute*
Scene II: Final Jeopardy
Alex: Welcome back. Final Jeopardy category tonight is US Vice Presidents. You will have 30 seconds to come up with the correct response as we take a look at tonight’s Final Jeopardy clue. And it is: “The Vice Presidents of the United States have been elected from 21 states. More than half have come from five states and about one quarter of them have come from this populous state.” 30 seconds contestants, good luck!
*The Final Jeopardy theme plays as the lights dim and the camera pans over toward the contestants. Eric quickly writes his response as the other two contestants, Jim and Michael are pondering over their respective answers. As the camera pans over each specific contestant, Eric gives a confident smirk toward the camera. The camera pans to the second contestant Jim who is still writing an answer and pondering. The camera then pans to the third contestant Michael who just finished writing an answer but seems unsure. The Final Jeopardy theme finishes playing as the camera shows all three contestants now and the lights come back to normal.*
Alex: All right, let’s see what you came up with. A very heated early game but in Double Jeopardy, Eric Price really took off to a commanding lead. Let’s start with Michael Dougherty, you were in 3rd Place. You said, “What is Texas?” No, I’m sorry Michael but that’s incorrect. How much will it cost you. $5,499 which leaves you with just a dollar. We go now to Jim Blaustein who is in 2nd place. You wrote, “What is NY?” NY being the two-letter symbol for New York, you are correct and how much did you wager, you risked it all and you double your earnings to $15,000. And now we go to Eric Price.
*As the camera pans to Eric, Eric’s earlier smirk turns into a huge frown on his face*
Eric you were in the lead for much of Double Jeopardy and currently have $18,000, you were safely ahead of our other two contestants, let’s see what you wrote down. Judging from the look on your face, I’m guessing it wasn’t New York?
Eric: You think Alex?
Alex: Well let’s see. You wrote “What is California?” While California is a populous state, it’s not really known for being a home to vice presidents. How much did you risk. You risked it all bringing you to $0 and it looks like we have a new Jeopardy champion in Jim Blaustein with $15,000. Great game today contestants.
*As Jim extends his hand to Michael, they shake hands. Jim offers the same courtesy to Eric Price who rejects and simply walks off the stage.*
Alex: Looks like we have a case of bad sportsmanship here. Until next time, hopefully with a more sporting contestant. So long.
*The Jeopardy theme starts playing as Alex goes to congratulate the other two players and shake hands with them. As he is shaking their hands, Eric Price marches back onto the set and proceeds to punch Jim Blaustein in the face. He then continues to pummel him as the theme music is cut immediately.*
Alex: Security! SECURITY!
*The security is called in to restrain Eric Price as Jim shields his face to protect himself. About 6 security guards come to restrain Eric Price as Eric Price is being dragged away from the set kicking and screaming.*
Eric: That son of a bitch didn’t deserve the victory. That victory was mine, he shouldn’t have taken it. I dominated the game, I’m the smart one!
Alex: Show him the door. Hey Eric, when you grow up a bit, give me a call.
Eric: This isn’t the last you’ve seen of me Trebek, I promise you! You’ll regret doing this!
*Eric continues to be dragged out by security as medical personnel are called in over the phone as they have never had such an incident take place on set. Eric then tells the security to let him go at the exit door where he walks out and slams the door shut. His face is shown with an extreme look of anger on it as he gets on his cell phone.*
Eric: Hey driver, come pick me up here at the studios. I have some business to conduct.
Scene III: Making a deal
*The scene cuts to Eric Price shown in his limousine on his cell phone*
Eric (on his cell phone): Look, the matter of the fact is, he made me look like a fool. I deserved to win. (pause) Well what do I want? It’s very simple. I would like to buy your production company. (pause) You won’t sell me your production company? Maybe you don’t understand but my name is Eric Price and I always get what I want. Name your price and I’m sure we can do business. (pause) Really? You won’t sell to me huh? Are you the owner of the company? Hang on, let me put you on speaker so I can put this phone down.
*Eric puts the speakerphone on*
Eric (on speakerphone): Can you hear me?
Production Company (on speakerphone): Yes.
Eric (on speakerphone): Well, are you the owner of the company?
Production Company (on speakerphone): No but I have the owner right here with me.
Eric (on speakerphone): What do you want to sell your company to me?
Production Company Owner (on speakerphone): Look Mr. Price, although you may be interested in buying the company from us, we’re not interested in selling it to someone like you. You probably will just gut it and leave everyone jobless because that’s how heartless you are.
Eric (on speakerphone): Heartless huh? What’s your name?
Production Company Owner (on speakerphone): Henry Medione.
Eric (on speakerphone): Let me tell you something Henry, you don’t want to mess with me. You see Henry, with just a phone call or two, I can dig up dirt on you. In fact, just putting your name into my system digs up some information, let’s see what do we have here. Ooh, you call me heartless. May I refer you to a company that went down about 12 years ago. You may remember it, a famous “E” symbol that it had. You seemed to pull out of it just before the whole place burned itself saving yourself from suicide and bankruptcy. I’m sure the IRS would be very interested in finding out how you managed to pull that off.
Henry (on speakerphone): You wouldn’t dare! That was dumb luck and nothing more!
Eric (on speakerphone): Dumb luck? The only thing dumb would be you not selling your company to me. I can forward these records to the IRS, I have some contacts there that can go through these with a fine tooth comb should I ask them to. Do you want me to ask them Henry?
Henry (on speakerphone): You piece of shit!
Eric (on speakerphone): Flattery will get you nowhere with me.
Henry (on speakerphone): Who the hell do you think…
Eric (on speakerphone): My patience is wearing thin Henry.
Henry (on speakerphone): Well, I’m not sure.
Eric (on speakerphone): I’m a very busy man Henry. I’m sure I can just e-mail this information over to my contacts in the IRS and they’ll start thumbing through them and you should get some calls about it soon. It only takes a few clicks here.
*Henry Medione is heard grinding his teeth on speaker phone as Eric has a smug look of satisfaction on his face knowing that he has him right where he wants him*
Henry (on speakerphone): Fine. I’ll relent. I’ll sell the company to you.
Eric (on speakerphone): Ah excellent. Let me forward you the paperwork I had my legal team already prepare for our deal here. It should be in your inbox now.
Henry (on speakerphone): Let’s see here. This seems to be in order except, hey wait a minute. This is only 50% of what we asked you for.
Eric (on speakerphone): Those are the breaks Henry. You decided to call me names and I don’t appreciate being insulted. Of course, I could forward these papers to the IRS, what’s the usual stay up the river these days for insider trading? 10, 20 years or so?
Henry (on speakerphone): Fine, fine! You win! I’ll sign the damn documents. I’ll e-mail you back the signed copies.
Eric (on speakerphone): Excellent, excellent. Make sure not to announce this to the presses or any of the staff, I will let them know personally tomorrow morning. It was a pleasure doing business with you Mr. Medione. You certainly know how to make the right deals.
Henry (on speakerphone): You no good, mother…(click)
*Eric immediately hangs up the phone*
Eric: Such a disrespectful prick. No matter, I got what I wanted. I own the production company MGS that makes Jeopardy possible. It always amuses me when people think they’ve mastered the art of the deal and then they come speak to me only to find out that the only thing they’ve mastered is how to get a fast food order down correctly. Tomorrow, Mr. Trebek is going to learn what it means to disrespect Eric Price.
Day II: Tuesday 6/26 – 8:30 AM – Sony Pictures Studios in Anaheim, CA
Scene I: Under New Management/Changes Changes Changes
*The scene begins at the Sony Pictures Studios once again where Alex Trebek is shown walking up to the door of the entrance of the set of Jeopardy Security guards are standing at this entrance. As he is walking, he turns around and notices a limousine pulling up to the door. The limousine stops with the rear door facing the entrance. The driver quickly gets out of the limousine and opens the rear door as Eric Price steps out with a huge smile on his face as he sees Alex and Alex looks at him surprised to see him*
Eric: Remember me?
Alex: Aren’t you the nut that attacked a contestant yesterday?
Eric: Cute. I see you do remember me.
Alex: What the hell are you doing, security, get him out of here!
*The security guards simply stand there as simply gives a nonchalant look to Alex*
Alex: I said security, get him!
*The security guards simply continue standing at their positions as Eric chuckles a bit. Alex at this point looks frustrated and goes up to one of the security guards looking at him right in the eyes*
Alex: Damn it, I told you to get him out of here.
Eric: Hey Alex, over here. The reason they’re not listening to you is because in case you were not aware, Jeopardy is now under new management.
Alex: New management? What are you talking about, when did this happen?
Eric: Last night. You see, after you had me unceremoniously ejected from the set after I only fought for my rights, I decided I wasn’t going to take your crap. I had a talk with the owner of MGS and we came to an agreement.
Alex: I wasn’t told anything about this. What the hell are you going on about?
Eric: I know, I made sure you were not informed because I wanted to come personally to inform you Alex that effective 11:59 PM last night, the leadership and ownership of MGS changed to the hands of Eric Price.
*Eric smiles almost gleefully at this as Alex is absolutely stunned at this turn of events*
Alex: You mean…
Eric: That’s right Alex, effective today, I am your new boss! I am your benefactor. And it looks like you’re not getting off to a good start trying to have me ejected off my own set.
*Alex swallows a dry gulp knowing that he now has to work under Eric Price*
Alex: I … well … you see…
Eric: A lot of backpedaling it seems. You know for a guy who gets on TV on a nearly daily basis and likes to talk down to everyone and make it seem like he’s so bright, you definitely don’t know how to get yourself out of a jam like this do you?
Alex: Well you see Eric…
Eric: To you Alex, to you it’s Mr. Price.
Alex: Yes well, Mr. Price. I was not aware that you were the new owner of MGS and that you were running things here now. Had I known, I would have welcomed … no you know what, screw you. I know what you’re going to do, you’re going to fire me anyway so go ahead and get it over with you vindictive piece of shit, fire me! Go ahead, FIRE ME!
*Eric chuckles a bit as he approaches Alex who looks angry and determined to leave at this point and Eric puts his arm around Alex’s shoulder as if to signify that they’re buddies*
Eric: Alex, Alex, Alex, come on man. I’m not going to fire you. You really need to calm down and show me some respect though as I am your new boss but I did not have the intention of firing you, however if you want to quit of your own volition, I cannot stop you.
Alex: You’re not going to fire me?
Eric: Not at all, I had not thought of doing so. In fact, let’s walk and talk. Let’s go in here.
*Eric opens the doors to the studio and they walk into the hall*
Eric: You see Alex, I originally did plan on firing you and replacing you but after looking at our demographics and ratings information, it seems you are quite popular so despite the fact that I think you’re nothing but a fake, whiny, smarmy prick, I will do what is right for business and Alex, as much as I don’t like to say it, you are right for business therefore your job is secure provided you do respect me. What was it that you said to me yesterday, to call you when I grew up? Well, it seems I've grown in power considerably since yesterday. You thought Merv Griffin was demanding, you haven’t seen anything yet. I think we can work well together though Alex.
Alex: Mr. Price, thank you for letting me keep my job! You definitely are a smart businessman and know what you’re doing.
Eric: Quit the brownnosing. Despite the fact that I am used to it, I don’t need a peon like you brownnosing up to me. Although you must know of a few changes we will be making to the program.
Alex: Changes?
Eric: Oh yeah, the show’s been on for so many years, I think it’s time for some changes. Let’s walk here to what is now my office.
Alex: But this is my dressing room.
*Eric and Alex approach the door with Alex’s name on it where his dressing room is. Eric pulls the star off and smiles and gives it to him*
Eric: Correction, this used to be your dressing room. Now, it’s my office. Even if I’m not here, you are not to use this room ever again because if I find out that you do, I will not hesitate to come down here and fire you on the spot!
Alex: But…
Eric: Do I detect disrespect coming here?
*Alex simply looks down knowing he is beaten*
Alex: No sir.
Eric: Excellent, let’s walk in here and discuss the changes.
*They walk into the room which has already been outfitted with a luxury desk with a maple top, a leather executive chair behind it with two smaller chairs in front of it. Eric walks to the large chair and sits in it with a smile on his face as he leans back*
Eric: Have a seat Alex.
*Alex sits in the smaller chair that Eric points out to him*
Eric: Oh I have changes in mind for this show. First, instead of the Jeopardy logo, we will have my face on everything. The monitors, the large screen, my likeness will be on the entrance set, on the flooring, podiums, everything, every single thing will have my name and likeness. Second, for Final Jeopardy, every single question will be about yours truly Eric Price. It will pertain to some fact about me because after yesterday’s little incident, I do not like to see unfair questions asked.
Alex: Yes sir.
Eric: Oh and one more thing Alex, from time to time, I will be hosting the show instead of you.
Alex: Why?
Eric: Why? Does the lowly commoner ask the king why he is adorned in jewels? Does a disciple ask God why he is all-powerful? Does a nobody tug on Superman’s cape? The answer to all of these questions is no. So why are you asking me such a pointless question? I own this place and that means I can run it and do with it as I see fit.
Alex: Sorry sir, Mr. Price.
Eric: To signify the transition as a matter of fact, I will be hosting the show today.
Alex: But sir, don’t you think we need to inform our viewers first.
Eric: You’re a perceptive one aren’t you? This is how we will inform them; by me being the host tonight, I will explain what is happening. I will still ensure the same quality programming but I want the debut edition of Jeopardy under new management to be done correctly and I just can’t trust a piece of adipose tissue like you to do it.
*Alex grinds his teeth a bit at that statement. Eric hears the grinding and gets up from his chair with a grin on his face as he tells Alex to get up. He once again puts his arm around his shoulder hypocritically as if to again signify they are buddies*
Eric: Alex, you work for me now. That means if I kick you in the nuts, you will stand there, like it and thank me for the privilege of having me kick them. But I digress, I insist that you take the day off today.
Alex: But that’s not a good idea.
*Eric then punches Alex in the stomach and sees him writhing in pain now on the ground. Eric crouches down and looks at him in pain.*
Eric: Please Alex, let’s not make this harder than it needs to be. Security!
*Two security guards come quickly to Eric Price’s newly christened office*
Eric: Gentlemen, get this piece of crap out of my studio!
*The two men approach Alex and lift him to carry him promptly out of Eric’s office as Eric gives an evil laugh as the door to his office shuts*
Scene II: A New Day, A New Jeopardy
*The scene opens up with the Jeopardy taping just about to start as the live audience is already in the studio, the contestants are at their podiums and the director is cueing for the taping to begin by saying 5 .. 4 .. 3 .. 2 .. as the familiar voice of Johnny Gilbert is heard…*
Johnny: This is Jeopardy!
*The camera pans to today’s contestants*
Johnny: Here are today’s contestants!
*The camera pans to the contestant in the podium furthest to the right.*
Johnny: A law student from Hartford, Connecticut, Terry Pruett!
*The camera pans to the contestant in the middle podium*
Johnny: A marketing representative from Portland, Oregon, Anne Petersen!
*The camera then pans to the returning champion in the first podium*
Johnny: And our returning champion, he is a financial consultant from Denver, Colorado, Jim Blaustein who’s one day total is $15,000!
*The camera then pans out to all three contestants and toward the main entrance where the podium for the host is located*
Johnny: And now here is the star of our show, Eric Price!
*Eric Price walks out dressed in a full black suit with a huge smile on his face as the audience and the contestants are surprised. They continue applauding as normal. The Jeopardy logo on the main screen and the small screens for the categories change to Eric Price’s face*
Eric: Thank you very much Johnny Gilbert. Welcome to Jeopardy, a new era of Jeopardy, the Eric Price era. Yes, after yesterday’s unfortunate event, I made a few calls and you are now looking at the new management and owner of Jeopardy! Fear not viewers, Alex Trebek will be back, I simply gave him the night off as I wanted to do the debut show under my management and to inform you, the people directly of this major change. There will be some other changes trickling down to the show as you will see tonight. For now, let’s get started!
*The board fills up with the usual dollar amounts ranging from $200, $400, $600, $800, $1000 for the initial Jeopardy round as the categories are revealed.*
Eric: The categories are, US History, Shakespeare, The World Wide Web, Physics, The Automobile Industry and finally “Price”pourri. One of many changes in the theming of the show. And Jim, good to see you again, how are you? How did it feel to steal the victory from me yesterday?
Jim: Well, I…
Eric: Heh, shut up, it was just a rhetorical question. We’re going to start with you as you are the returning champion and don’t worry, no hard feelings.
*Eric gives a devilish smile to Jim as he looks a bit concerned at the new host of Jeopardy*
Eric: As a note, “Daily Doubles” have been renamed to “Price’s Doubles”. As usual, there is one in the initial Jeopardy round and there will be two in the Double Jeopardy round and they function in much the same way as Daily Doubles did. Jim, pick a category.
Jim: I’ll take US History for $200 Eric.
Scene III: New Rules Make For Interesting Television
*The game rolls on as normal with all other rules untouched toward the end of the Double Jeopardy round. The camera focuses on Eric Price as the last clue is on the board under the category “Price’s Choice”, which is a category consisting of questions Eric Price will make up on his own. Terry in the podium furthest from Eric is in 2nd place with $9,000. Anne is in 3rd place in the middle podium with $7,400, and Jim is once again in the lead in the 1st podium with $17,900. *
Eric: And let’s see, final clue in Price’s Choice for $400. Here is the clue: “It is often said that art is like a window into the soul but this specific form of art is also pleasing to the auditory sense.”
*Jim buzzes in and although Eric notices this, he looks at Anne and Terry. Reluctantly however, he calls on Jim*
Eric: Yes Jim.
Jim: What is music?
Eric: That is correct for $400 putting you up to $18,300 and a solid lead. Terry is in 2nd place with $9,000 and Anne in 3rd with $7,400. As we head into Final Jeopardy.
*The camera pans to Eric standing near the large screen with the Final Jeopardy logo.*
Eric: And tonight’s Final Jeopardy category is “Favorite Moments”. We’ll be right back after these messages.
*The Jeopardy theme plays and the crew quickly sets up the contestants for Final Jeopardy as Eric stands at the large screen waiting for the setup to complete and taping to resume. As the contestants have been setup, the director calls for the taping to resume*
Eric: And we head into Final Jeopardy with the category of “Favorite Moments” and I forgot to mention one change to Final Jeopardy, each and every Final Jeopardy question will pertain to a fact about yours truly Eric Price. As usual, you were be able to risk as much or as little you would like and you will have 30 seconds to come up with a response. Here is the clue for tonight’s Final Jeopardy category “Favorite Moments” and it is: “As an investment banker, Eric Price loves to make money but more than that, he loves this at the end of every day.” 30 seconds contestants, good luck!
*The Final Jeopardy theme plays as the lights dim and the camera pans over toward the contestants. All the contestants are thinking about their respective responses to the clue. As the camera pans over each specific contestant, each one seems unsure of the response and they are hurriedly trying to figure out the appropriate response. The Final Jeopardy theme finishes playing as the camera shows all three contestants now and the lights come back to normal.*
Eric: All right, let’s take a look at what responses we have. You were in 3rd place Anne, we’re going to start with you. You wrote, “What is the close of the market?” Oh dear sweet Jesus no! What did you risk? You risked it all leaving you with $0. Let’s go to Terry Pruett, he was in 2nd Place with $9,000, did he manage to get the right response. He wrote “What is going to sleep?” Well, although it is at the end of the day and I do like that, it is not the correct response. What did you risk? You risked $8,999 leaving you with a dollar. And now we go to Jim Blaustein, Jimmy Boy was in the lead through Double Jeopardy and has a commanding lead of $18,300. Let’s see what he wrote. “What is dinner?”
*Eric’s expression turns from glee to a huge frown much like the prior day at the end of Final Jeopardy*
Eric: Unfortunately, that is correct. What did you risk? Not a penny leaving you at $18,300. Now, why did I say unfortunately? It seems that I found out just before Final Jeopardy that Jimmy Boy here is a cheater as he has been having someone in the audience mouthing the answers to him. That audience member has been promptly ejected and Jim, because of that you are disqualified!
Jim: What are you talking about, I didn’t cheat?
Eric: Oh, I’m afraid you did Jim.
Jim: This is because you lost to me isn’t it?
Eric: Absolutely not. I am not a vindictive man Jim, I am simply an honest and virtuous man and I simply like to see the truth being told.
*Jim looks furious*
Eric: Now Jim, before you get in a huff, we can either do this the easy and you leave quietly on your own or we can do it the hard way and have security escort you out. It’s your call to make.
Jim: You bastard!
*Jim runs and lunges toward Eric as Eric quickly moves out of the way and Jim hits the wall of the set with his head*
Eric: Security!
*A few security guards quickly come and grab Jim to escort him off the set as Eric looks on with a huge smile on his face at this point*
Eric: Buh-bye Jimmy Boy! That’s what you get for being a loudmouth and a liar! Well, it seems with his disqualification that we have a new Jeopardy Champion in Terry Pruett! With just a $1 but you will return tomorrow for a chance to win more. We hope you’ll join us again then, so long!
*Eric smiles as Anne and Terry shake hands and Eric walks over and shakes both their hands congratulating them for participating as the taping wraps up.*
Scene IV: Making A Point
*The scene begins with Eric sitting in his new office with a smile on his face, the taping having been over for at least two hours now. He is leaning back in his chair facing the wall.*
Eric: It’s amusing when people try to be dishonest and then are caught in their dishonesty and yet they still deny it. I do not understand how people can be such lying hypocrites. Speaking of which, that brings me to my WCF opponents this week Johnny Stylez and Tommy Kain commonly referred to as TK. But before I get to you, let me address a little matter known as Prophecy! You guys got lucky at Blast! Jonathan was under the weather, had a fever and simply wasn’t up to compete but being the brave man that he is, he decided to go out there and give it his all, that’s the only reason we didn’t win. It was a fluke win you guys had and now you think you’re hot shit and that you have our number. I say hardly. And Joe, I warned you not to interfere in the match. At Slam, I will address the situation with you because I think the world needs to hear it on Live Television! Besides, Eric Price equals ratings!
*Eric turns around in the chair and looks straight into the camera with a serious look on his face*
Now let me tell you what doesn’t equal ratings, that blasphemous nonsense we saw at Blast! If I’ve ever seen a case of butt buddies, Johnny Stylez and Hunter Valentyne are it. Despite spelling their names with the eponymous Z and Y as if to seem cool, they come out at Blast and basically say that they’re not going to fight each other because they’re friends and Seth is trying to keep them down. Seth isn’t keeping you guys down, the only people keeping you two down are you two idiots! Who the fuck wants to see two whiny, crybaby prima donnas who have done nothing more than whine, bitch, and complain constantly week after week after week about not getting the respect they feel they are so deserved. What have you done to earn that respect? Not a damn thing.
Johnny you’re the internet champion and you’ve redefined Twitter in ways I never knew were possible. Who did you schmooze over there to get tweets longer than 160 characters? A man who was part of “The Business” yet knows nothing of running an actual business as best I can tell considering how uneducated you seem to be. You speak in … well, I wouldn’t know if they’re called Ebonics, LEET or 1337 speak, or what the hell you call it but I call it jumbled and incomprehensible garbage. If I ever saw a good example for why we should have Eugenics as well as Sterilization programs implemented worldwide, you’re it. Eugenics to get rid of you and sterilization to ever prevent you from procreating because we definitely don’t need to have that seed spread around; it would do nothing but pollute the world. You ever seen the movie Idiocracy? That’s what I think the world would be like were everyone like you. Scary scary thought. I tried reading up on you based on your own musings but I couldn’t make out anything you said. I tried listening to what you’ve said and again, I couldn’t make sense of it. Jonathan might as he seems to be more familiar with the club scene and has dealt with individuals like you but as a man of business, as someone who could rightfully be called The Business as I own an investment firm, a production company now, many major stocks, and will soon be expanding into the nightclub business, I could be defined as both a mogul and a magnate all rolled into one.
Now TK, as cool as I think those initials are and I think they are, you really think you’re going to beat us on Sunday, really? As we give it the, what was it that you called it, the old “Trust Fund” try? First off you ignorant tard, I did not make my money off a trust fund. I am a self made mogul and magnate, I’ve made my own riches based on my own hard work and dedication and for someone like you to come along and attempt to denigrate and run down the good name of Eric Price, I will not allow that. Oh but I forgot, you’re teaming up with the champion of the WHOLE Internet; is that supposed to intimidate me in some way? You hate tag team wrestling, I tell you what, how about you spare yourself the humiliation, take the night off and not even show up for the match. After all, come to think of it, we’ll handily beat both you and Johnny Stylez anyway.
In case no one told you but what you’re teaming up with TK is the biggest joke in WCF history and I’ve seen Adam Young wrestle. Somehow Johnny manages to be an even bigger joke than him. Unlike you two, Jonathan and I are actually relevant. The fact is that outside the ring, outside the business, we’re very successful in our respective business pursuits. I’ve been on the cover of Forbes Magazine, Time Magazine, I’ve had dinner at the White House, these are all accolades you could never dream of having because you simply are not men of class, of integrity, of intelligence as I am. You are common filth and trash that need to be taken out.
So like you said to us, we don’t pay that much attention to you either but when you have as money as we do, we can pay someone to tell us all about you and from the dossier I read earlier today, I was not impressed. In fact, I laughed and actually felt I wasted money in having you two researched because you two are nothing but transparent pushovers. Oh and don’t worry about Prophecy, we’re going to be dealing them, they will be non-sequiturs in this match up. The only thing you need to concern yourselves with are Eric Price and Jonathan Jakobs because come this Sunday, we are going to show you what we’re all about and when we’re done, maybe TK, you can go hate yourself and life some more with some emo music while Johnny can go tweet in L33t Speak to all his Twitterverse, to the WHOLE Internet of which he is champion that he got his ass kicked and handed to him by Eric Price and Jonathan Jakobs.
See you boys this Sunday at Slam and I’d wish you luck but the fact is, nothing will save you from the humiliation you will experience.
*The scene fades to black as Eric is shown with a huge grin on his face*
Day I: Monday 6/25 – 4 PM – Sony Pictures Studios in Anaheim, CA
Scene I: The end of Double Jeopardy
*The scene opens up with a set of a very famous Game Show known colloquially as a question and answer show except instead of giving the answer to the question, you are instead given the answer and are to respond with the question to it. This show has been running since 1984 and is hosted by Alex Trebek. Currently, the game is nearing the end of the double Jeopardy round with Eric Price in the lead with $16,500. He is standing at the podium closest to Alex with the other two contestants Jim Blaustein and Michael Dougherty were trailing behind him at the podiums next to him with $7,500 and $5,500 respectively. Eric knew he had this game in the bag as he was far enough ahead of his opponents that they could no longer catch up to him even in the Final Jeopardy round. With the only clue left on the board at the end of this double Jeopardy round being for $2000 and the category being South American Languages, the taping is joined in progress…*
Alex: And the last clue, South American Languages for $2000. With 1.5 million speakers, Italian is this country’s second most spoken language, Arabic is third and German is fourth.
*Eric buzzes in*
Alex: Yes, Eric.
Eric: What is Argentina?
Alex: That is correct Eric bringing you up to $18,500 and putting you solidly in the lead. We have Jim in second place at $7,500 and Michael in third at $5,500 heading into Final Jeopardy with the Final Jeopardy category, US Vice Presidents. We’ll be right back after these messages.
*The Jeopardy theme plays as the taping cuts and the players are given a brief 5 minute recess as the equipment is setup for Final Jeopardy. Eric takes advantage of this to step away from the set momentarily and make a phone call*
Eric (on his cell phone): Hey Jonathan, how are you doing? (pause) That’s good, good. Hey listen, don’t sweat what happened with our match last night, this week we’ll make Prophecy wish they had never messed with us. (pause) Well right now, I’m kind of busy with some business. Why don’t you come down to Los Angeles on Thursday and we can talk more about expansion plans here. We can either meet at my office or at the site, it’s up to you. (pause) Well, let me know. Text or e-mail me. See you later this week.
*Eric hangs up the cell phone as a stage hand arrives to inform him that they are about to begin taping the Final Jeopardy segment. Eric quickly heads to the stage as taping is set to begin in 1 minute*
Scene II: Final Jeopardy
Alex: Welcome back. Final Jeopardy category tonight is US Vice Presidents. You will have 30 seconds to come up with the correct response as we take a look at tonight’s Final Jeopardy clue. And it is: “The Vice Presidents of the United States have been elected from 21 states. More than half have come from five states and about one quarter of them have come from this populous state.” 30 seconds contestants, good luck!
*The Final Jeopardy theme plays as the lights dim and the camera pans over toward the contestants. Eric quickly writes his response as the other two contestants, Jim and Michael are pondering over their respective answers. As the camera pans over each specific contestant, Eric gives a confident smirk toward the camera. The camera pans to the second contestant Jim who is still writing an answer and pondering. The camera then pans to the third contestant Michael who just finished writing an answer but seems unsure. The Final Jeopardy theme finishes playing as the camera shows all three contestants now and the lights come back to normal.*
Alex: All right, let’s see what you came up with. A very heated early game but in Double Jeopardy, Eric Price really took off to a commanding lead. Let’s start with Michael Dougherty, you were in 3rd Place. You said, “What is Texas?” No, I’m sorry Michael but that’s incorrect. How much will it cost you. $5,499 which leaves you with just a dollar. We go now to Jim Blaustein who is in 2nd place. You wrote, “What is NY?” NY being the two-letter symbol for New York, you are correct and how much did you wager, you risked it all and you double your earnings to $15,000. And now we go to Eric Price.
*As the camera pans to Eric, Eric’s earlier smirk turns into a huge frown on his face*
Eric you were in the lead for much of Double Jeopardy and currently have $18,000, you were safely ahead of our other two contestants, let’s see what you wrote down. Judging from the look on your face, I’m guessing it wasn’t New York?
Eric: You think Alex?
Alex: Well let’s see. You wrote “What is California?” While California is a populous state, it’s not really known for being a home to vice presidents. How much did you risk. You risked it all bringing you to $0 and it looks like we have a new Jeopardy champion in Jim Blaustein with $15,000. Great game today contestants.
*As Jim extends his hand to Michael, they shake hands. Jim offers the same courtesy to Eric Price who rejects and simply walks off the stage.*
Alex: Looks like we have a case of bad sportsmanship here. Until next time, hopefully with a more sporting contestant. So long.
*The Jeopardy theme starts playing as Alex goes to congratulate the other two players and shake hands with them. As he is shaking their hands, Eric Price marches back onto the set and proceeds to punch Jim Blaustein in the face. He then continues to pummel him as the theme music is cut immediately.*
Alex: Security! SECURITY!
*The security is called in to restrain Eric Price as Jim shields his face to protect himself. About 6 security guards come to restrain Eric Price as Eric Price is being dragged away from the set kicking and screaming.*
Eric: That son of a bitch didn’t deserve the victory. That victory was mine, he shouldn’t have taken it. I dominated the game, I’m the smart one!
Alex: Show him the door. Hey Eric, when you grow up a bit, give me a call.
Eric: This isn’t the last you’ve seen of me Trebek, I promise you! You’ll regret doing this!
*Eric continues to be dragged out by security as medical personnel are called in over the phone as they have never had such an incident take place on set. Eric then tells the security to let him go at the exit door where he walks out and slams the door shut. His face is shown with an extreme look of anger on it as he gets on his cell phone.*
Eric: Hey driver, come pick me up here at the studios. I have some business to conduct.
Scene III: Making a deal
*The scene cuts to Eric Price shown in his limousine on his cell phone*
Eric (on his cell phone): Look, the matter of the fact is, he made me look like a fool. I deserved to win. (pause) Well what do I want? It’s very simple. I would like to buy your production company. (pause) You won’t sell me your production company? Maybe you don’t understand but my name is Eric Price and I always get what I want. Name your price and I’m sure we can do business. (pause) Really? You won’t sell to me huh? Are you the owner of the company? Hang on, let me put you on speaker so I can put this phone down.
*Eric puts the speakerphone on*
Eric (on speakerphone): Can you hear me?
Production Company (on speakerphone): Yes.
Eric (on speakerphone): Well, are you the owner of the company?
Production Company (on speakerphone): No but I have the owner right here with me.
Eric (on speakerphone): What do you want to sell your company to me?
Production Company Owner (on speakerphone): Look Mr. Price, although you may be interested in buying the company from us, we’re not interested in selling it to someone like you. You probably will just gut it and leave everyone jobless because that’s how heartless you are.
Eric (on speakerphone): Heartless huh? What’s your name?
Production Company Owner (on speakerphone): Henry Medione.
Eric (on speakerphone): Let me tell you something Henry, you don’t want to mess with me. You see Henry, with just a phone call or two, I can dig up dirt on you. In fact, just putting your name into my system digs up some information, let’s see what do we have here. Ooh, you call me heartless. May I refer you to a company that went down about 12 years ago. You may remember it, a famous “E” symbol that it had. You seemed to pull out of it just before the whole place burned itself saving yourself from suicide and bankruptcy. I’m sure the IRS would be very interested in finding out how you managed to pull that off.
Henry (on speakerphone): You wouldn’t dare! That was dumb luck and nothing more!
Eric (on speakerphone): Dumb luck? The only thing dumb would be you not selling your company to me. I can forward these records to the IRS, I have some contacts there that can go through these with a fine tooth comb should I ask them to. Do you want me to ask them Henry?
Henry (on speakerphone): You piece of shit!
Eric (on speakerphone): Flattery will get you nowhere with me.
Henry (on speakerphone): Who the hell do you think…
Eric (on speakerphone): My patience is wearing thin Henry.
Henry (on speakerphone): Well, I’m not sure.
Eric (on speakerphone): I’m a very busy man Henry. I’m sure I can just e-mail this information over to my contacts in the IRS and they’ll start thumbing through them and you should get some calls about it soon. It only takes a few clicks here.
*Henry Medione is heard grinding his teeth on speaker phone as Eric has a smug look of satisfaction on his face knowing that he has him right where he wants him*
Henry (on speakerphone): Fine. I’ll relent. I’ll sell the company to you.
Eric (on speakerphone): Ah excellent. Let me forward you the paperwork I had my legal team already prepare for our deal here. It should be in your inbox now.
Henry (on speakerphone): Let’s see here. This seems to be in order except, hey wait a minute. This is only 50% of what we asked you for.
Eric (on speakerphone): Those are the breaks Henry. You decided to call me names and I don’t appreciate being insulted. Of course, I could forward these papers to the IRS, what’s the usual stay up the river these days for insider trading? 10, 20 years or so?
Henry (on speakerphone): Fine, fine! You win! I’ll sign the damn documents. I’ll e-mail you back the signed copies.
Eric (on speakerphone): Excellent, excellent. Make sure not to announce this to the presses or any of the staff, I will let them know personally tomorrow morning. It was a pleasure doing business with you Mr. Medione. You certainly know how to make the right deals.
Henry (on speakerphone): You no good, mother…(click)
*Eric immediately hangs up the phone*
Eric: Such a disrespectful prick. No matter, I got what I wanted. I own the production company MGS that makes Jeopardy possible. It always amuses me when people think they’ve mastered the art of the deal and then they come speak to me only to find out that the only thing they’ve mastered is how to get a fast food order down correctly. Tomorrow, Mr. Trebek is going to learn what it means to disrespect Eric Price.
Day II: Tuesday 6/26 – 8:30 AM – Sony Pictures Studios in Anaheim, CA
Scene I: Under New Management/Changes Changes Changes
*The scene begins at the Sony Pictures Studios once again where Alex Trebek is shown walking up to the door of the entrance of the set of Jeopardy Security guards are standing at this entrance. As he is walking, he turns around and notices a limousine pulling up to the door. The limousine stops with the rear door facing the entrance. The driver quickly gets out of the limousine and opens the rear door as Eric Price steps out with a huge smile on his face as he sees Alex and Alex looks at him surprised to see him*
Eric: Remember me?
Alex: Aren’t you the nut that attacked a contestant yesterday?
Eric: Cute. I see you do remember me.
Alex: What the hell are you doing, security, get him out of here!
*The security guards simply stand there as simply gives a nonchalant look to Alex*
Alex: I said security, get him!
*The security guards simply continue standing at their positions as Eric chuckles a bit. Alex at this point looks frustrated and goes up to one of the security guards looking at him right in the eyes*
Alex: Damn it, I told you to get him out of here.
Eric: Hey Alex, over here. The reason they’re not listening to you is because in case you were not aware, Jeopardy is now under new management.
Alex: New management? What are you talking about, when did this happen?
Eric: Last night. You see, after you had me unceremoniously ejected from the set after I only fought for my rights, I decided I wasn’t going to take your crap. I had a talk with the owner of MGS and we came to an agreement.
Alex: I wasn’t told anything about this. What the hell are you going on about?
Eric: I know, I made sure you were not informed because I wanted to come personally to inform you Alex that effective 11:59 PM last night, the leadership and ownership of MGS changed to the hands of Eric Price.
*Eric smiles almost gleefully at this as Alex is absolutely stunned at this turn of events*
Alex: You mean…
Eric: That’s right Alex, effective today, I am your new boss! I am your benefactor. And it looks like you’re not getting off to a good start trying to have me ejected off my own set.
*Alex swallows a dry gulp knowing that he now has to work under Eric Price*
Alex: I … well … you see…
Eric: A lot of backpedaling it seems. You know for a guy who gets on TV on a nearly daily basis and likes to talk down to everyone and make it seem like he’s so bright, you definitely don’t know how to get yourself out of a jam like this do you?
Alex: Well you see Eric…
Eric: To you Alex, to you it’s Mr. Price.
Alex: Yes well, Mr. Price. I was not aware that you were the new owner of MGS and that you were running things here now. Had I known, I would have welcomed … no you know what, screw you. I know what you’re going to do, you’re going to fire me anyway so go ahead and get it over with you vindictive piece of shit, fire me! Go ahead, FIRE ME!
*Eric chuckles a bit as he approaches Alex who looks angry and determined to leave at this point and Eric puts his arm around Alex’s shoulder as if to signify that they’re buddies*
Eric: Alex, Alex, Alex, come on man. I’m not going to fire you. You really need to calm down and show me some respect though as I am your new boss but I did not have the intention of firing you, however if you want to quit of your own volition, I cannot stop you.
Alex: You’re not going to fire me?
Eric: Not at all, I had not thought of doing so. In fact, let’s walk and talk. Let’s go in here.
*Eric opens the doors to the studio and they walk into the hall*
Eric: You see Alex, I originally did plan on firing you and replacing you but after looking at our demographics and ratings information, it seems you are quite popular so despite the fact that I think you’re nothing but a fake, whiny, smarmy prick, I will do what is right for business and Alex, as much as I don’t like to say it, you are right for business therefore your job is secure provided you do respect me. What was it that you said to me yesterday, to call you when I grew up? Well, it seems I've grown in power considerably since yesterday. You thought Merv Griffin was demanding, you haven’t seen anything yet. I think we can work well together though Alex.
Alex: Mr. Price, thank you for letting me keep my job! You definitely are a smart businessman and know what you’re doing.
Eric: Quit the brownnosing. Despite the fact that I am used to it, I don’t need a peon like you brownnosing up to me. Although you must know of a few changes we will be making to the program.
Alex: Changes?
Eric: Oh yeah, the show’s been on for so many years, I think it’s time for some changes. Let’s walk here to what is now my office.
Alex: But this is my dressing room.
*Eric and Alex approach the door with Alex’s name on it where his dressing room is. Eric pulls the star off and smiles and gives it to him*
Eric: Correction, this used to be your dressing room. Now, it’s my office. Even if I’m not here, you are not to use this room ever again because if I find out that you do, I will not hesitate to come down here and fire you on the spot!
Alex: But…
Eric: Do I detect disrespect coming here?
*Alex simply looks down knowing he is beaten*
Alex: No sir.
Eric: Excellent, let’s walk in here and discuss the changes.
*They walk into the room which has already been outfitted with a luxury desk with a maple top, a leather executive chair behind it with two smaller chairs in front of it. Eric walks to the large chair and sits in it with a smile on his face as he leans back*
Eric: Have a seat Alex.
*Alex sits in the smaller chair that Eric points out to him*
Eric: Oh I have changes in mind for this show. First, instead of the Jeopardy logo, we will have my face on everything. The monitors, the large screen, my likeness will be on the entrance set, on the flooring, podiums, everything, every single thing will have my name and likeness. Second, for Final Jeopardy, every single question will be about yours truly Eric Price. It will pertain to some fact about me because after yesterday’s little incident, I do not like to see unfair questions asked.
Alex: Yes sir.
Eric: Oh and one more thing Alex, from time to time, I will be hosting the show instead of you.
Alex: Why?
Eric: Why? Does the lowly commoner ask the king why he is adorned in jewels? Does a disciple ask God why he is all-powerful? Does a nobody tug on Superman’s cape? The answer to all of these questions is no. So why are you asking me such a pointless question? I own this place and that means I can run it and do with it as I see fit.
Alex: Sorry sir, Mr. Price.
Eric: To signify the transition as a matter of fact, I will be hosting the show today.
Alex: But sir, don’t you think we need to inform our viewers first.
Eric: You’re a perceptive one aren’t you? This is how we will inform them; by me being the host tonight, I will explain what is happening. I will still ensure the same quality programming but I want the debut edition of Jeopardy under new management to be done correctly and I just can’t trust a piece of adipose tissue like you to do it.
*Alex grinds his teeth a bit at that statement. Eric hears the grinding and gets up from his chair with a grin on his face as he tells Alex to get up. He once again puts his arm around his shoulder hypocritically as if to again signify they are buddies*
Eric: Alex, you work for me now. That means if I kick you in the nuts, you will stand there, like it and thank me for the privilege of having me kick them. But I digress, I insist that you take the day off today.
Alex: But that’s not a good idea.
*Eric then punches Alex in the stomach and sees him writhing in pain now on the ground. Eric crouches down and looks at him in pain.*
Eric: Please Alex, let’s not make this harder than it needs to be. Security!
*Two security guards come quickly to Eric Price’s newly christened office*
Eric: Gentlemen, get this piece of crap out of my studio!
*The two men approach Alex and lift him to carry him promptly out of Eric’s office as Eric gives an evil laugh as the door to his office shuts*
Scene II: A New Day, A New Jeopardy
*The scene opens up with the Jeopardy taping just about to start as the live audience is already in the studio, the contestants are at their podiums and the director is cueing for the taping to begin by saying 5 .. 4 .. 3 .. 2 .. as the familiar voice of Johnny Gilbert is heard…*
Johnny: This is Jeopardy!
*The camera pans to today’s contestants*
Johnny: Here are today’s contestants!
*The camera pans to the contestant in the podium furthest to the right.*
Johnny: A law student from Hartford, Connecticut, Terry Pruett!
*The camera pans to the contestant in the middle podium*
Johnny: A marketing representative from Portland, Oregon, Anne Petersen!
*The camera then pans to the returning champion in the first podium*
Johnny: And our returning champion, he is a financial consultant from Denver, Colorado, Jim Blaustein who’s one day total is $15,000!
*The camera then pans out to all three contestants and toward the main entrance where the podium for the host is located*
Johnny: And now here is the star of our show, Eric Price!
*Eric Price walks out dressed in a full black suit with a huge smile on his face as the audience and the contestants are surprised. They continue applauding as normal. The Jeopardy logo on the main screen and the small screens for the categories change to Eric Price’s face*
Eric: Thank you very much Johnny Gilbert. Welcome to Jeopardy, a new era of Jeopardy, the Eric Price era. Yes, after yesterday’s unfortunate event, I made a few calls and you are now looking at the new management and owner of Jeopardy! Fear not viewers, Alex Trebek will be back, I simply gave him the night off as I wanted to do the debut show under my management and to inform you, the people directly of this major change. There will be some other changes trickling down to the show as you will see tonight. For now, let’s get started!
*The board fills up with the usual dollar amounts ranging from $200, $400, $600, $800, $1000 for the initial Jeopardy round as the categories are revealed.*
Eric: The categories are, US History, Shakespeare, The World Wide Web, Physics, The Automobile Industry and finally “Price”pourri. One of many changes in the theming of the show. And Jim, good to see you again, how are you? How did it feel to steal the victory from me yesterday?
Jim: Well, I…
Eric: Heh, shut up, it was just a rhetorical question. We’re going to start with you as you are the returning champion and don’t worry, no hard feelings.
*Eric gives a devilish smile to Jim as he looks a bit concerned at the new host of Jeopardy*
Eric: As a note, “Daily Doubles” have been renamed to “Price’s Doubles”. As usual, there is one in the initial Jeopardy round and there will be two in the Double Jeopardy round and they function in much the same way as Daily Doubles did. Jim, pick a category.
Jim: I’ll take US History for $200 Eric.
Scene III: New Rules Make For Interesting Television
*The game rolls on as normal with all other rules untouched toward the end of the Double Jeopardy round. The camera focuses on Eric Price as the last clue is on the board under the category “Price’s Choice”, which is a category consisting of questions Eric Price will make up on his own. Terry in the podium furthest from Eric is in 2nd place with $9,000. Anne is in 3rd place in the middle podium with $7,400, and Jim is once again in the lead in the 1st podium with $17,900. *
Eric: And let’s see, final clue in Price’s Choice for $400. Here is the clue: “It is often said that art is like a window into the soul but this specific form of art is also pleasing to the auditory sense.”
*Jim buzzes in and although Eric notices this, he looks at Anne and Terry. Reluctantly however, he calls on Jim*
Eric: Yes Jim.
Jim: What is music?
Eric: That is correct for $400 putting you up to $18,300 and a solid lead. Terry is in 2nd place with $9,000 and Anne in 3rd with $7,400. As we head into Final Jeopardy.
*The camera pans to Eric standing near the large screen with the Final Jeopardy logo.*
Eric: And tonight’s Final Jeopardy category is “Favorite Moments”. We’ll be right back after these messages.
*The Jeopardy theme plays and the crew quickly sets up the contestants for Final Jeopardy as Eric stands at the large screen waiting for the setup to complete and taping to resume. As the contestants have been setup, the director calls for the taping to resume*
Eric: And we head into Final Jeopardy with the category of “Favorite Moments” and I forgot to mention one change to Final Jeopardy, each and every Final Jeopardy question will pertain to a fact about yours truly Eric Price. As usual, you were be able to risk as much or as little you would like and you will have 30 seconds to come up with a response. Here is the clue for tonight’s Final Jeopardy category “Favorite Moments” and it is: “As an investment banker, Eric Price loves to make money but more than that, he loves this at the end of every day.” 30 seconds contestants, good luck!
*The Final Jeopardy theme plays as the lights dim and the camera pans over toward the contestants. All the contestants are thinking about their respective responses to the clue. As the camera pans over each specific contestant, each one seems unsure of the response and they are hurriedly trying to figure out the appropriate response. The Final Jeopardy theme finishes playing as the camera shows all three contestants now and the lights come back to normal.*
Eric: All right, let’s take a look at what responses we have. You were in 3rd place Anne, we’re going to start with you. You wrote, “What is the close of the market?” Oh dear sweet Jesus no! What did you risk? You risked it all leaving you with $0. Let’s go to Terry Pruett, he was in 2nd Place with $9,000, did he manage to get the right response. He wrote “What is going to sleep?” Well, although it is at the end of the day and I do like that, it is not the correct response. What did you risk? You risked $8,999 leaving you with a dollar. And now we go to Jim Blaustein, Jimmy Boy was in the lead through Double Jeopardy and has a commanding lead of $18,300. Let’s see what he wrote. “What is dinner?”
*Eric’s expression turns from glee to a huge frown much like the prior day at the end of Final Jeopardy*
Eric: Unfortunately, that is correct. What did you risk? Not a penny leaving you at $18,300. Now, why did I say unfortunately? It seems that I found out just before Final Jeopardy that Jimmy Boy here is a cheater as he has been having someone in the audience mouthing the answers to him. That audience member has been promptly ejected and Jim, because of that you are disqualified!
Jim: What are you talking about, I didn’t cheat?
Eric: Oh, I’m afraid you did Jim.
Jim: This is because you lost to me isn’t it?
Eric: Absolutely not. I am not a vindictive man Jim, I am simply an honest and virtuous man and I simply like to see the truth being told.
*Jim looks furious*
Eric: Now Jim, before you get in a huff, we can either do this the easy and you leave quietly on your own or we can do it the hard way and have security escort you out. It’s your call to make.
Jim: You bastard!
*Jim runs and lunges toward Eric as Eric quickly moves out of the way and Jim hits the wall of the set with his head*
Eric: Security!
*A few security guards quickly come and grab Jim to escort him off the set as Eric looks on with a huge smile on his face at this point*
Eric: Buh-bye Jimmy Boy! That’s what you get for being a loudmouth and a liar! Well, it seems with his disqualification that we have a new Jeopardy Champion in Terry Pruett! With just a $1 but you will return tomorrow for a chance to win more. We hope you’ll join us again then, so long!
*Eric smiles as Anne and Terry shake hands and Eric walks over and shakes both their hands congratulating them for participating as the taping wraps up.*
Scene IV: Making A Point
*The scene begins with Eric sitting in his new office with a smile on his face, the taping having been over for at least two hours now. He is leaning back in his chair facing the wall.*
Eric: It’s amusing when people try to be dishonest and then are caught in their dishonesty and yet they still deny it. I do not understand how people can be such lying hypocrites. Speaking of which, that brings me to my WCF opponents this week Johnny Stylez and Tommy Kain commonly referred to as TK. But before I get to you, let me address a little matter known as Prophecy! You guys got lucky at Blast! Jonathan was under the weather, had a fever and simply wasn’t up to compete but being the brave man that he is, he decided to go out there and give it his all, that’s the only reason we didn’t win. It was a fluke win you guys had and now you think you’re hot shit and that you have our number. I say hardly. And Joe, I warned you not to interfere in the match. At Slam, I will address the situation with you because I think the world needs to hear it on Live Television! Besides, Eric Price equals ratings!
*Eric turns around in the chair and looks straight into the camera with a serious look on his face*
Now let me tell you what doesn’t equal ratings, that blasphemous nonsense we saw at Blast! If I’ve ever seen a case of butt buddies, Johnny Stylez and Hunter Valentyne are it. Despite spelling their names with the eponymous Z and Y as if to seem cool, they come out at Blast and basically say that they’re not going to fight each other because they’re friends and Seth is trying to keep them down. Seth isn’t keeping you guys down, the only people keeping you two down are you two idiots! Who the fuck wants to see two whiny, crybaby prima donnas who have done nothing more than whine, bitch, and complain constantly week after week after week about not getting the respect they feel they are so deserved. What have you done to earn that respect? Not a damn thing.
Johnny you’re the internet champion and you’ve redefined Twitter in ways I never knew were possible. Who did you schmooze over there to get tweets longer than 160 characters? A man who was part of “The Business” yet knows nothing of running an actual business as best I can tell considering how uneducated you seem to be. You speak in … well, I wouldn’t know if they’re called Ebonics, LEET or 1337 speak, or what the hell you call it but I call it jumbled and incomprehensible garbage. If I ever saw a good example for why we should have Eugenics as well as Sterilization programs implemented worldwide, you’re it. Eugenics to get rid of you and sterilization to ever prevent you from procreating because we definitely don’t need to have that seed spread around; it would do nothing but pollute the world. You ever seen the movie Idiocracy? That’s what I think the world would be like were everyone like you. Scary scary thought. I tried reading up on you based on your own musings but I couldn’t make out anything you said. I tried listening to what you’ve said and again, I couldn’t make sense of it. Jonathan might as he seems to be more familiar with the club scene and has dealt with individuals like you but as a man of business, as someone who could rightfully be called The Business as I own an investment firm, a production company now, many major stocks, and will soon be expanding into the nightclub business, I could be defined as both a mogul and a magnate all rolled into one.
Now TK, as cool as I think those initials are and I think they are, you really think you’re going to beat us on Sunday, really? As we give it the, what was it that you called it, the old “Trust Fund” try? First off you ignorant tard, I did not make my money off a trust fund. I am a self made mogul and magnate, I’ve made my own riches based on my own hard work and dedication and for someone like you to come along and attempt to denigrate and run down the good name of Eric Price, I will not allow that. Oh but I forgot, you’re teaming up with the champion of the WHOLE Internet; is that supposed to intimidate me in some way? You hate tag team wrestling, I tell you what, how about you spare yourself the humiliation, take the night off and not even show up for the match. After all, come to think of it, we’ll handily beat both you and Johnny Stylez anyway.
In case no one told you but what you’re teaming up with TK is the biggest joke in WCF history and I’ve seen Adam Young wrestle. Somehow Johnny manages to be an even bigger joke than him. Unlike you two, Jonathan and I are actually relevant. The fact is that outside the ring, outside the business, we’re very successful in our respective business pursuits. I’ve been on the cover of Forbes Magazine, Time Magazine, I’ve had dinner at the White House, these are all accolades you could never dream of having because you simply are not men of class, of integrity, of intelligence as I am. You are common filth and trash that need to be taken out.
So like you said to us, we don’t pay that much attention to you either but when you have as money as we do, we can pay someone to tell us all about you and from the dossier I read earlier today, I was not impressed. In fact, I laughed and actually felt I wasted money in having you two researched because you two are nothing but transparent pushovers. Oh and don’t worry about Prophecy, we’re going to be dealing them, they will be non-sequiturs in this match up. The only thing you need to concern yourselves with are Eric Price and Jonathan Jakobs because come this Sunday, we are going to show you what we’re all about and when we’re done, maybe TK, you can go hate yourself and life some more with some emo music while Johnny can go tweet in L33t Speak to all his Twitterverse, to the WHOLE Internet of which he is champion that he got his ass kicked and handed to him by Eric Price and Jonathan Jakobs.
See you boys this Sunday at Slam and I’d wish you luck but the fact is, nothing will save you from the humiliation you will experience.
*The scene fades to black as Eric is shown with a huge grin on his face*