Book One-Alex Romanov: Dream to Reality

Chapter 20: Title Match and Champion Massacre

The Main Event: ECW Championship Match

The arena was electric with anticipation as the main event of ECW All Out Hardcore Massacre was set to begin. The WWE Universe had been waiting for this moment, and the excitement was palpable. The competitors for the ECW Championship were some of the biggest names in wrestling: Alex Romanov, the reigning WWE World Champion; CM Punk, the straight-edge superstar; Kevin Owens, the prizefighter; and Blade Crusher Blaze, a friend and mentor to Alex.

As the wrestlers made their entrances, the crowd's energy reached a fever pitch. CM Punk was the first to make his way to the ring, his entrance met with a thunderous ovation. Next was Kevin Owens, his eyes locked on Punk with a glare of pure intensity. Blade Crusher Blaze, known as "The Buzz" of the wrestling world, followed, his entrance music sending chills down the spines of those in attendance. Finally, Alex Romanov, the defending WWE World Champion, made his entrance to a chorus of cheers.

This match was a no-disqualification elimination match, with pinfalls or submissions being the only way to eliminate opponents. The bell rang, and the battle commenced.

The Chaos Begins

Immediately, CM Punk and Kevin Owens went after each other, their long-standing rivalry reignited. Owens, known for his brutality, wasted no time in taking the fight to Punk. He slammed Punk into the turnbuckle and followed up with a series of vicious chops to the chest. Punk retaliated with a high kick to Owens' head, staggering him.

Meanwhile, Alex and Blade Crusher Blaze squared off in the center of the ring. The two friends and rivals exchanged a respectful nod before locking up. Blade, a seasoned veteran, used his technical prowess to gain an early advantage, taking Alex down with a snapmare followed by a stiff kick to the back.

The action quickly spilled out of the ring. Owens and Punk brawled near the announcer's table, while Alex and Blade fought their way through the crowd. Chairs, kendo sticks, and other weapons came into play as the match devolved into pure chaos.

Owens Sets the Table Ablaze

At one point, Kevin Owens, ever the opportunist, pulled out a table and doused it with lighter fluid. He ignited the table, setting it ablaze with a sadistic grin. He grabbed Punk, looking to end his night with a devastating move. But Punk, always resourceful, countered with a low blow. Owens doubled over in pain, and Punk seized the moment, powerbombing Owens through the flaming table. The crowd erupted as Punk climbed to the top turnbuckle and delivered a diving elbow, securing the first elimination.

Punk vs. Alex and Blade

With Owens eliminated, CM Punk found himself facing a united front in Alex and Blade. The two friends worked together, using their combined strength and agility to wear Punk down. Blade hit Punk with a powerbomb/final flash combo, and Alex followed up with a devastating elbow drop. The two men pinned Punk simultaneously, eliminating him from the match and leaving it down to a one-on-one showdown between Alex and Blade.

The Final Showdown: Alex vs. Blade

The atmosphere was electric as Alex and Blade circled each other. The crowd was on the edge of their seats, fully invested in the clash between these two titans. Blade Crusher Blaze, a hero to Alex and a respected veteran, took control early, using his experience to dominate the younger champion.

Blade grabbed a barbed wire plank and viciously struck Alex, leaving him bloodied and reeling. The sight of blood seemed to ignite a fire in Alex, who fought back with renewed intensity. Blade went for another swing, but Alex, using his agility, rolled out of the way. In a desperate move, Alex threw a fireball into Blades face, temporarily blinding him.

Seizing the opportunity, Alex grabbed a metal rod and locked Blade in a crossface. Blade, showing incredible resilience, refused to tap out. Frustrated, Alex delivered a series of stomps before transitioning into a dragon sleeper. Blade struggled valiantly but eventually passed out, unable to withstand the pain any longer.

The referee raised Alex's hand, declaring him the new ECW World Champion. The crowd erupted in cheers, celebrating Alex's hard-fought victory. But the celebration was short-lived.

Triple Hs Shocking Announcement

Before Alex's music could even play, the arena was filled with the familiar sound of Triple H's entrance theme. Triple H appeared on the stage, a sinister smile on his face.

"Congratulations, Alex," he began, his voice dripping with malice. "But as I said, you must now defend the WWE World Championship. And your opponent is..."

A tense silence fell over the crowd as they awaited the announcement. Suddenly, four men stormed the ring: Xander Hendricks, Charlie Knox, Nic Blackwell, and Dylan Seizmore. They ambushed Alex, brutally beating him down. The Romanov Mafia was nowhere to be found, unable to come to Alexs aid.

Duke Armstrongs Betrayal

The arena was filled with boos as "The Thug" Duke Armstrong's music hit. Duke, once a friend of Blade Crusher Blaze, had joined forces with Triple H, creating a rift with his former allies Cameron and Chase Stone. Triple H, wearing a referee shirt, accompanied Duke to the ring.

Triple H called for the bell, and Duke Armstrong arrogantly pinned the battered Alex Romanov. Under Triple H's orders, he made the time keeper ring the bell and made a fast count. One, two, three. The arena was in shock as Duke Armstrong was declared the new WWE World Champion in one of the most controversial finishes in wrestling history.

Triple H raised Duke's hand, a smug grin on his face as he looked down at the fallen Alex. The crowd's boos were deafening, their outrage palpable. The Romanov Mafia had been outmaneuvered, and Alex Romanov, the double champion, had been dethroned in the most disgraceful way possible.

The Aftermath

The show ended with Triple H and Duke Armstrong standing tall, their victory tainted by the underhanded tactics that had secured it. The Romanov Mafia, recovering backstage, watched in anger and disbelief as their leader lay defeated. The battle lines had been redrawn, and the war between the Romanov Mafia and the Authority was far from over.

Alex Romanov had been knocked down, but the fire in his eyes as he looked up from the mat promised one thing: he would rise again, and the Romanov Mafia would fight back harder than ever before. The chapter ended with the WWE Universe buzzing, eager to see how Alex and his allies would respond to this latest plan of Triple H's, and what the future held for the embattled champions.