Scarlett Ferra(C) Vs Valkyrie Blackfyre - Gladiator Championship / Hector Confronts Alex

Rebellion Week 3: Scarlett Ferra opens up the show with an open challenge for her Gladiator title. She explains that last week, she had been approached by Valkyrie who is an admirer of hers. Scarlett then chose to acknowledge that with giving her a title shot and will keep the open challenge as the Gladiator title does not operate on strict contendership rules like the others. --- After the match, Alex is being fitted by Darmino, who compliments Alex’s look and believes the arrangement between them may become more permanent. Alex asks what that entails to which Darmino holds his hands up and says “Ah, I am getting ahead of myself! The boss and Mrs. Destefano like you. What I am getting at, Alex, my boy is that we’re done with the grind. It’s time we get you strapped.” Darmino says as he then pats Alex’s waist. “With a title belt I mean.” Darmino says with a wink as Alex laughs. Hector then approaches them and Darmino steps to him and holds his hands up. ‘Woah there my Herculean friend!” Darmino says as he stops Hector. “You have business with us? That requires an appointment.” Hector glares at Darmino and then narrows his eyes. “Do you take walk-ins?” Hector asks. But before Darmino can answer, Hector shoves him back and steps to Alex, who gestures for him to calm down. “I am calm. That said… I’m a little uhh…” Hector says as he gestures to Darmino who glares at him. “I would like to know what my little brother’s been up to these past few months besides what I’ve heard.” Hector says to Alex. “Hey, pal.” Darmino says as he steps to Hector and shoves him back. “You show respect around here! That is non-negotiable. As for what your brother’s been up to, well, he’s been a very productive partner for us. Just as we have been beneficial to him! You want in on this action, you’re not making yourself very marketable.” Darmino says as Hector eyes him up and scoffs. “Ah, my bad… Let’s start over. Hi, my name’s Hector and who might you be?” Hector asks as Darmino scowls and then smirks. “Your sarcasm is charming. But it's not doing you any favors. I don’t appreciate the hostilities and I’d wager that Alex here doesn’t either.” Darmino says as Hector then sees Furio walk over and stand beside Darmino. Alex then gets between them and asks for all of them to relax. Alex then looks at Hector and tries to figure out what to say before nodding and then holding a hand up. “Jason had his concerns and I get that you have yours. But I can make my own decisions. I’m not a kid who needs his big brother watching over him all the time. Besides, Jason was wrong. I’m out there and I am winning!” Alex says as Hector nods and takes a breath. “But are you winning on your terms or theirs? You’re right, you’re not a kid, but that doesn’t mean you still won’t make mistakes. People like them, Alex, they may be acting like your friends now, but eventually, they’ll be leaving a bill at your table and they’ll know you won’t be able to pay it.” Hector says as Alex nods and then shrugs. “Kind of like you and Samuel? Eventually you’ll be collecting a debt from him right? Nothing’s free, Hector. I know that. I know this business isn’t built on charity; it’s built on transactions.” Alex says as he then holds up his hands and is about to speak again, but Darmino gently pushes him back. “I think I get it. Samuel Tarek has his half-brothers? Cousins? Whoever those two mooks are, they’re reliable stooges for Sammy. People that he can move around without them wanting something in return. Free labor! That’s what you want from Alex. You’re moving in on challenging The Sovereign for The WWE title and you want Alex to be there to back you up.” Darmino says as he then holds a finger up and looks at Alex. “Think about it, Alex. If this were really about rekindling things so that you could both achieve greatness together, where was Hector before? Why is he waiting until now to show up?” Darmino asks as Hector looks at Alex with a “You know that’s bullshit” expression. Alex looks at Darmino, who raises his eyebrows at him. Alex then looks down and then back to Hector and nods. “I think you should just go. Whatever you may have intended to do coming here, I think it’s best you step away for now.” Alex says as Darmino appears slightly disappointed and wags his finger. “No. No. No. Alex!” He says with a hint of anger. “He showed us disrespect. He showed you disrespect. That demands more than just ‘go away.’.” Darmino says as Furio nods. “Furio will demonstrate that tonight when he delivers the beat down you just earned, Heccy. And Alex, You’ll be there at ringside. No one is getting the easy way out tonight.” Darmino says as he pats Alex’ back and gestures for Furio to follow him. Alex and Hector are then left alone where they both glare at one another, though Alex’ expression softens and he appears apologetic. Hector then scoffs and turns away to walk off.