“What in the hell were you thinking?” I asked my client as she sat in my office.
I was fuming at the fact she agreed to do an interview with Trisha VanReardon right off the heels of her winning the Marquee Title at Night of Glory. I know she saw the hatchet job she did to her sister in the one before the PPV. In fact she came to me yelling and screaming about ripping the head of of VanReardon for the way she treated her sister.
I knew then that it would never be a good idea for her to do the show and yet…
“For the love of God Nyako! What possessed you to do this? Just because she got under your skin after thje show you thought it was a good idea to take her bait?”
Nyako looked like she wanted to tell her agent off. Who was she to tell her how bad of an idea it was. She already knew she made a mistake when she agreed to it but she didn't need Syn to lay in to about it.
She came to seek guidance, advice, or even a plan to get out of it but instead she was met with hostility and anger, something she did not want to deal with,
Nyako’s frustration with the situation grew with every word Syn said to her. She was almost at her boiling point; a small snarl escaped her lips.
“Well if you weren't always so damn busy doing god knows what, maybe you could have been there to make sure I didn't ‘screw up’. Maybe you could have been there to diffuse the situation and make sure I didn't do something I’m regretting then. You know actually do your job as my agent/manager for once instead of sitting where ever the hell you are when I’m wrestling. Funny how you always accompany me to the city of the even but you are never there with me. Bet if I was the Latina chihau…”
I leveled a glare at her that seemed to silence her for the moment, although I could still see her fuming. I continued.
“You need to quit trying to scapegoat everything that goes wrong between us by throwing Rodriguez in my face. I handle my clients the way I see fit. I do not treat all of them the same. What I do for one I may not do for the next. How I handle you is different than Rodriguez, but just as I handled her was different than Shadow and Silver. All my clients got treated differently, not because I liked one more than the other but for the simple fact it called for different tactics to work with them.”
Part of what I said was true because each situation called for different means to get to where I wanted to lead them, but part of it also was the fact that while working with Eva, I got too close to her and thought less of her asa client and more as a friend of sorts. Maybe friend is too strong of a word but it was more personal than professional and because of it I felt I lost my edge in my job. I was not going to do the same thing with Nyako.
At first I thought it would work out for the better since Nyako always seemed to be a loner and didn’t need much support. I hadn’t heard a word from her until I contacted her about the position as Grey’s trainer. As time goes on though it’s becoming apparently clear that my distance from the situation is not working. Despite my best efforts to remain professional I’m finding myself drawn more and more into Nyako’s life.
“If you need me to hold your hand though like a little lost girl then so be it.” I know my words were harsh but they had to be said. I honestly didn’t want to get deeply entrenched in the life of another client.
Nyako clenched her teeth as she wanted to tell Syn to fuck off. She didn’t care how syn tried to justify her lack of involvement or at least Nyako’s perceived lack of involvement in her career, all it sounded like was BS. As far as Nyako was concerned all she was to Syn was a paycheck. They had it out about this before and even though Syn might have thought the issue was done and over with, it continued to eat at Nyako.
“Don’t do me any favors. It’s kind of late as it is anyway ain’t. That’s the main reason I’m here cause I did something that you should have been around for to at least calm me down from. But nope you were someplace else doing god knows what. I’m beginning to think why do I have you as my agent anyay. Hell I’m the one who busted my ass to get to the point where I am in LAW. Not you.”
Funny how I intended for my words to sting but instead, I’m the one who got stung. Nyako’s comment hit me to the core. Not because it was untrue because honestly most of what she had accomplished in LAW had been on her own merits. My greatest contribution had been to try to keep her focused on what she had to do and I’m sure it had some impact on her even if she doesn’t want to admit it now, but it still hasn’t been that much. I can’t even take creit for this current media blitz about her. Maleek came to me to see if I had an in for him.
As much as I wanted to believe she wouldn’t be where she is without me that wasn’t the case. Had I worn out my usefulness? Maybe that was the reason those around me were getting further in CTN while I still was were I was. Sure my position was not in danger per say. CTN usually took care of their own, but they also tended to let those who outlived their usefulness fade away . Was I on the verge of doing just that?
I looked in Nyako’s direction and took a deep breath. Maybe what I was trying to avoid doing was the only thing I was good at now, my ruthless streak was gone at least the one for my clients. Maybe I had been doing this whole thing the wrong way and instead of staying out of her way, I needed to be more of the shield for her. Hell if I tried I might have been able to squash the sex tape of her sister. At least the old me had enough pull to do something like that, now…
“I’m sorry for not living up to the standards you expected from me.” The words were true although tasted sour coming from my mouth. I was not accustomed to apologizing at least verbally.”As I said I thought the services I provided to you were adequ…”
She wanted to jump in but I held my hand up to ask her to let me finish. She slunk back into the seat.
“As I was saying, I thought they were adequate but I under estimated the gravity of the whole situation honestly. You didn’t need someone to only offer advice but someone to be your advocate.” Granted I did talk for her on twitter but that only goes so far.
Nyako was weary of what Syn was telling her because she was sure she said the same thing before. What Nyako needed was results, not lip service.
“I’ll believe it when I see it in action.” Nyako snarked but quickly regretted it.
She knew she was being slightly unfair to Syn because she was the one to jump hot at Trisha and as she had learned before Queen of the Ring, she knew Trisha would do anything for a story. She played right into her hands and she wasn't even sure if Syn was there she could have been less likely to take the bait. Nyako just needed someone to blame and also someone to vent at, sadly if came down to her agent. The only one she felt comfortable yelling at since she was paid to be just that almost. But still.
Nyako ran her hand through her hair. “Look I’m sorry.” The words weren't as bitter for her as they had been for Syn but that was because Nyako had been doing a lot of apologizing lately and saw more coming in the future with how she felt the interview would go down with VanReardon. She knew she had a habit of saying the wrong thing at the wrong time.
“I’m frustrated at the whole thing dammit. Yes I’m pissed you aren't there for me when I need you, but I’m also pissed at the fact I jump so hot anytime someone gets in my face. Hell one reason I don’t do the social media thing. I know I see the snarky comments, and venom spewed online toward me, I’m going to react the very way Taylor thinks I am. I’m going to prove her right and right now that’s the last thing I need to do.”
Her eyes looked pleadingly at Syn. “I really do need your help with this. I’m getting in way over my head. I've never dealt with this much publicity or accolades. You know I've always been in the shadows and this is my first exposure to the spotlight and I seem to be failing miserably at it.”
I give her sympathetic look feeling her pain. No matter what she did things seemed to blow up in her face. I am willing to shoulder part of the blame since I have been negligent in my duties. The small things I’ve done haven’t been close to enough to shield her from the barge of innuendos, behind the back talking and sniping.
“I’ll do my best. This I promise you. But this Vanreardon thing…” I start to say, trying to convey the seriousness of this. “I’m not sue there is anything that can be done about it. I know we started this conversation on this note but this was a huge mistake. You know the company we work for and you know despite you being an employee here you are not protected at all. In fact we as CTN employees are less protected than anyone else mainly because CTN holds our leash. Granted if Taylor hauled off on Trisha like Oni did she would be looking at a lawsuit. You saw how she treated Serizawa though. The women who makes no bones showing how bad she is and yet Trisha treated her like the angel among demons.”
Nyako sighed and resigned herself to the truth she had stepped into this mess on her own and as much as she hoped someone could bail her out she was on her own. A look of defeat crossed her face as she looked back to Syn.
“Well since I’m fucked. You got any advise to at least minimize the pain?” She asked hoping at least her agent would impart a bit of insight or knowledge to help her out since she made it clear she couldn’t get her out of it.
“Yes, don’t let her see you sweat.” I knew it sounded cliché when I said it but it was true. You show VanReardon any weakness during her witch hunt she goes for the jugular. She had done it to us on the eve of Queen of the Ring, and also during her interrogation of Oni. Nyako already showed she was quick to jump and go on the defensive and if she did it with VanReardon she’d be walking right in to her trap.
Nyako flashed me a sarcastic smirk. I could tell she thought I was kidding but it was the furthest thing from the truth. “I’m being honest Nyako. She’s like a great white, she’ll attack when she smalls blood in the water. You know as well as I do that’s basically the quality of most CTN employees.” Everyone but me for the past few years I thought to myself and just snorted. “VanReardon has shown not to pull punches. Other than that only advise I can give you is don’t make a rash decision like this again with out consulting me.”
Again I could see her almost jumping hot, but I put a hand up to calm her. “I know, and like I said I will be better in being by your side. I will be able to at least minimize things like this from happening again and hopefully stop you from getting ambushed.” I tilted my head to the side a bit looking at her. “Do you need me there for the interview?”
“No, I need you on standby though just in case I need to get bailed out.” Nyako said partially joking but also partially revealing where things might end up.
She got up from the seat and looked at her agent. She knew she gave her a lot of shit and at times felt she didn’t have her best interest at hand but he knew Syn wouldn’t hang her out on her own. Nyako was never to be one to ask for help so she understood why Syn kept her distance. Plus she knew Syn wasn’t the same person she once was and might have gotten a little too involved with her clients’ lives. Still she welcomed the fact Syn had agreed to be ther e for her now, especially since she really need more than Oni in her corner. She loved her sisters but the way things were going they would not be enough for the oncoming tide.
“So this is what it’s like to be on top huh.” She noticed Syn raise an eyebrow. “No wonder Rodriguez decided to give it up. It’s enough to drive a sane person crazy.” With that she took her leave and heeded the words Syn had told her. She was going to try hard not to let Trisha see her break a sweat, but she wasn’t sure if she wouldn’t be breaking something else.
Lucas Dupree: Sorry guys I have been battling an illness all week, I will be posting a quick fashion of results in a few minutes and the card for the next show afterwards.
Mar 31, 2018 15:59:07 GMT -5
Kayla Winters: No problem man, personal health is way more important than our lives playing fake wrestlers
Mar 31, 2018 17:07:31 GMT -5
bonniemcbody: Hopefully you're winning the battle, Lucas.
Mar 31, 2018 18:23:17 GMT -5
Alicia Lukas: Orange juice and sprite jeremy....
Mar 31, 2018 20:17:53 GMT -5
Alicia Lukas: and some fortnite
Mar 31, 2018 20:17:59 GMT -5
Lucas Dupree: Well, I finished LAW #79 in short form, just to get it done. LAW #80's card is up.
Apr 2, 2018 3:54:37 GMT -5
bonniemcbody: Best of luck, Seleana.
Apr 2, 2018 10:16:32 GMT -5
Elizabeth Blackwell: I regret to infrom y'all that ill most likely miss the LAW deadline. Alot of work over the last few days and going into next week. I appologize to Sam and everyone and promise to be back full strength at the next LAW
Apr 6, 2018 20:50:43 GMT -5
Elizabeth Blackwell: Well it's been fun guys. Look forward to seeing y'all in other places
Apr 15, 2018 19:05:53 GMT -5
Orchid: Sucks to hear, I been in talks with someone about getting a feud going to come with an Orchid return but I guess I was a tad bit late. I hope she sees my last PM so we can still get something going elsewhere.
Apr 15, 2018 19:19:56 GMT -5
Britney: Hoping to find a all Girl fed
Apr 17, 2018 12:32:12 GMT -5