A Viper And A Nightmare- R.R

The Final RAW Before WM40

Before RAW Interview

*You stood next to Cathy as you two were filming a exclusive interview befor RAW*

Cathy: Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome my guest at this time, Ashley Orton. Ash, we are less than a week away from WrestleMania, where you will face Rhea Ripley for the Women's World Championship. You've been vocal about this match being the biggest of your career. How are you feeling heading into WrestleMania this weekend?

You: Cathy, this is it. This is what every Superstar dreams of when they first step into a ring. WrestleMania. The biggest stage of them all. I've worked my entire life for this moment, and I know Rhea Ripley has too. But make no mistake—this isn't just another match. This is my chance to prove to the world that and I have worked hard and that Ashley Orton belongs at the very top of this industry

Cathy: Rhea has called you 'soft' in recent weeks and claimed that you're not ready for someone as dominant as her. What's your response to her comments?

You: Of course she did. Rhea thrives on intimidation. She thinks because she's dominated the Women's Division that I'll just roll over and let her walk out of WrestleMania as champion. But that's not going to happen. If she thinks I'm soft, she clearly hasn't been paying attention. I've faced giants, legends, and everything in between to get here. Rhea can talk all she wants—because at WrestleMania, I'm letting my actions do the talking. And also, Rhea seems to have forgotten that I have beaten her in past matches multiple times, Cathy

Cathy: You've had a storied journey leading to this point, including winning this years women's royal rumble to earn this opportunity. What do you think sets you apart from Rhea?

You: What sets me apart, Cathy, is heart. Rhea is dominant, sure, but she's used to being the hunter, not the hunted. For the first time, she's going to face someone who's not scared of her, someone who's willing to outlast her, outwork her, and outfight her. WrestleMania isn't just another match—it's a proving ground. And while Rhea might think she's unstoppable, I'm walking into Lincoln Financial Field with the mindset that nothing and no one will stop me from leaving with that championship

Cathy: Lastly, what message do you have for Rhea Ripley as we head into WrestleMania?

You: Rhea, you've had a hell of a reign. You've bulldozed through this division and made a name for yourself as one of the most dominant champions we've ever seen. But at WrestleMania, your reign comes to an end. I'm not just walking into this match to compete—I'm walking in to win. So get ready, because the Viper's ready to strike. And when I do, the Women's World Championship is coming home with me

Cathy: Thank you, Ashley, and best of luck this Saturday at WrestleMania

During RAW

*The Final RAW was an hour into the show, the crowd watches the titantron, watching you walk backstage, looking down at your phone until you heard a voice, calling out your name. You look up from your phone, looking over your shoulder, to see Damian leaned up against the wall with a small smirk on his face*

Damian: Ash

You: Damian

Damian: You got a minute?

You: I guess now I do. What do you need?

Damian: To talk. And you already know what I what to talk about

You: Not out in the open

*Damian opens a door, showing an empty room. You look at Damian, sliding your phone into your back pocket as you enter the room, Damian following behind you, closing the door, leaving the crowd curious on what you and Damian are talking about*