A Shadow from the Past

A stranger sat in the dimly lit gym, his silhouette shrouded in shadow. Atlas's unease deepened as he approached, the man's imposing size and cold demeanor sending shivers down his spine. The stranger introduced himself as Vince Russo, a high-profile promoter from the Global Wrestling Alliance (GWA), the pinnacle of professional wrestling.

Russo spoke of Atlas's talent, his words laced with a hint of predatory charm. He offered Atlas a contract, a chance to step out of the shadows and onto the grandest stage. The opportunity was a dream come true, a golden ticket to a secure future for Atlas and his mother. But something about Russo's eyes, a glint of ruthless ambition, made Atlas hesitate.