Life Of A Superstar 3: SmackDown Vs. RAW 2, Pt. 3

Chapter 4: The Road to WrestleMania

Chris felt the rush of excitement as the Road to WrestleMania begins. He took on Batista, who hopes to becomes the No'1 contender for the World Heavyweight title at WrestleMania, however, Randy Orton stormed into the ring other plans, armed with a chair and stopping Chris from scoring the pinfall. Orton then attacked the referee, which resulted in T. Lo banning Orton from his upcoming No'1 contender match next week.

Voicemail from Orton

"What's up, champ? Teddy Long just told me that I've lost my chance to become the number one contender tonight in my match against you. He said it was because of what I did to the referee last week, but come on. I know you must be pulling the strings behind the scenes. I don't blame you for not wanting to face me at No Way Out, but there's almost two months between now and WrestleMania. You can only run from me for so long and I guarantee you, that the Legend Killer is going to be in the WrestleMania main event, one way or another."

Chris fought Orton, considering this match as payback for last week. After the match, Orton was pissed beyond belief and attacked Chris. Batista came out very slowly made his way to the ring. Some help. Adding insult to injury, Orton landed his patented RKO, knocking Chris out cold.

Backstage

"Batista," Chris found him. "What the hell was that last week?"

"Last week? Oh, you mean when I came down to the ring and save you from getting worked over by Randy Orton?"

"You took your time doing it."

"Well, that's gratitude for you. Look, it's not like it's my job to keep you from getting your ass kicked. And if you're dumb enough to turn your back on Orton, then you deserve what you get. Besides, it's not like Orton's making my job at No Way Out any tougher..."

"So that's why you took your sweet time to come to the ring. You were seeking an advantage in our match at No Way Out."

"Look, i didn't need to come to the ring at all, and I certainly don't need a "advantage." Form now, you can fight your own battles, 'champ."

Text from Teddy

"What's up, playa? Considering everything that's been going on with you, Batista and Randy Orton, I want to promote your title match at No Way Out with a Triple Threat match between the three of you next week. Tonight, though, you're facing Finlay in a tune-up I set up for you. I'll tell you what, after the way Orton's been acting lately, you better keep your eyes open before, during and after your match. Holla."

Chris never faced Finlay, but the brawler from Ireland loves to fight, and it shows in this match. Blows traded her and there and counterattacks galore. But even Chris managed to defeat him.

Chris, Orton and Batista duked it out in a Triple Threat match for the World Heavyweight title, but the match ended in a no contest as Chris threw Orton out of the ring. He faced Batista but Orton crept up behind him and RKO'd him again.

No Way Out

Backstage, Orton ambushed Chris with a massive blow to the head from behind with a blunt object. A young woman saw this and ran to Chris.

Sir, are you ok? Help! This man is hurt!"

Voicemail from Teddy

"Playa, I think you're making a big mistake by going ahead with this match after that attack. There' ain't a Superstar in the entire locker room who'd hold it against you if you forfeit the title tonight. You've got a whole rest of your career to consider, but if you're going to do this, play it smart and be careful. You're too valuable to SmackDown to suffer a career-ending injury tonight. Good night, champ."

Despite the ambush, Chris battled Batista. It took everything in him not to give in to the pain in his head, but he kept going and survived, retaining the title.

T. Lo's Office

"Let me start by telling you my family and I take the attack against you very seriously," said Stephanie McMahon. "Especially considering that you are the World Heavyweight Champion, and to ensure it never happens again, I'm assigning a bodyguard, Bobby Lashley."

"A bodyguard?" Chris asked.

"I'm sorry, but it's non-negotiable."

"Playa, did you see who attacked you?" Teddy asked."

"No. It came from behind unexpectedly."

"As far as I'm concerned," said Stephanie. "There are only two suspects, Randy Orton and Batista."

"I was amazed how Chris survived against Batista," said Michelle McCool.

"I was too. Chris, you and Lashley will take them in a tag team match tonight. So that we can keep an eye on everyone once we begin our investigation. Michelle, would you manage them?"

"Absolutely. How's your head, Chris?"

"After a good night's sleep, I felt much better."

"Speaking of the investigation, who do you think we should go first?"

Voicemail from Orton

"Hey! I want to know what you told Stephanie McMahon and Teddy Long, because all of the sudden, I'm getting a lot of questions as to what happened to you at No Way Out. Look, I know you'd probably think I had something to do with it, but you're forgetting that everytime I mixed it up with you, I've been man enough to do it in the ring, not backstage. I don't care if you got a bodyguard or not, because tonight, I'm taking you out once and for all. And like I said, I'm gonna do it in the ring, between the bells."

Chris and Bobby took on the potential culprits Orton and Batista. Chris was amazed at the overwhelming power of Lashley. This man is BUILT!

Stephanie was in the ring with Orton.

"Orton, I want to know exactly what you were up to at No Way Out when World Heavyweight Champion, Chris Jones, was attacked, so let's hear it."

"Steph, you can't seriously believe that I do something like that. Look, our families made this business what it is today. There's no way I've tarnished my family name or yours by doing something as cowardly as attacking Mr. Jones."

"Actually, Randy, didn't your father, Cowboy Bob Orton, make his name by mugging Superstars with a plastic cast for Rowdy Roddy Piper? A backstage attack on the champion seems it would be right up your alley."

"Hey, I don't need to stand here and take this! You're not my general manager. You have no authority over me!"

"The only authority I need is my last name and if you're going to take that attitude with me, you can face Mr. Jones and Bobby Lashley in a Handicap match right now!"

And Chris and Bobby took Stephanie's word by destroying Orton, although Chris suddenly began ascertaining that neither Orton or Batista could be the culprits.

Voicemail from Stephanie

"Hey, Chris. It's Stephanie. Teddy and I decided to give you the night from in-ring action so you can rest a bit before WrestleMania. i can't believe it's only a week from this Sunday. By the way, the Board of Directors should be announcing your WrestleMania opponent soon so hang in there just a little bit longer. Enjoy your night off."

Voicemail from Orton

"Hey, Champ. I heard you have the night off. Way to go the extra mile to represent SmackDown. Since neither of us have a match and since we're both here in the arena, how about you meet me in the parking lot and we can settle this once and for all? You can bring your bodyguard if you don't trust me, but if you have any pride at all, you'll leave him out of the fight."

Although Chris had the night off, he went to the parking lot where Orton was waiting. No words were needed. Both men used the environment to their advantage, but Chris defeated Orton and shut him up, however...

"You think you proved anything, Chris? Do you?"

Chris' bodyguard, Lashley was right behind him and socked him in the face. He then used his Dominator to slam Chris onto the hood of a car.

"Nice one. Let's get the hell out of here."

Chris fell from the hood, defeated and betrayed...

Voicemail from Michelle

"I can't believe Lashley betrayed you! He was your bodyguard, but Orton has a way forcing betrayal on those loyal. And now you have a grudge match against Lashley! Be careful, that man is built to the teeth. If you survive WrestleMania and retain your title, you will be rewarded greatly, on the beach with me, just the two of us."

Voicemail from Stephanie

"Hey, Chris, it's Stephanie again. I'm really sorry about what happened with Lashley. That kind of backfired on us. Anyway, the contracts are signed for your WrestleMania match against Orton so all you have to do is survive your grudge match against Lashley tonight. I think you're crazy taking him on three days before WrestleMania, but it's your call. Good luck."

Chris realized that he could not be going to WrestleMania with as his main obstacle. He used his defense for most of the match. And after 10 minutes, Chris defeats him.

WrestleMania

Orton had been plaguing Chris for weeks, and now it is settled at WrestleMania for the World Heavyweight title. The betrayal, the ambush... Chris used it as motivation to punish Orton with no regrets at all. After it was all said and done, Chris defeats Orton and once again retains his title. Orton threw everything he had at Chris, but Chris wasn't going to be defeated so easily. He killed the Legend Killer and there was nothing Orton could do about it.