Crown of Redemption: Courage Takemi vs Hikari Nakano

[Bare]

No Disqualification Queen Of The Ring Qualifier: Winner will move onto the Queen Of The Ring Tournament, neither participant can be disqualified for any reason in this match

Too say Hikari was in a... slump right now was not inaccurate, but she would never admit too it if asked. No rather she was focused solely on rebounding as soon as possible. Out for nearly two months because of what her now former mentor Minami had done to her arm Hikari was finally back in action and had been offered the chance to potentially compete in a new tournament to crowd a 'queen of the ring.'

Frankly she could do without the frufru name, but she liked the idea of it regardless. All she had to do to make it to the tournament was topple a wanna be idol turned wrestler in the form of Courage Takemi. Similar to Sanae Saitou the girl was a pop idol that caught wrestling fever and joined the LAW young lioness program to become a wrestler. Unlike Sanae though the brunette was still actually in the program, and didn't seem to have the same degree of potential as Sanae.

At least, going off records. While records could be deceiving it didn't matter much to Hikari, from what she SAW of Courage in her matches the girl's skills were abysmal, as was her ring iq, really all that she had going for her was her looks and athleticism, both of which things Hikari could take care fo with ease. So making sure her wrestling outfit was nice and secure she would nod to herself as she turned to the entrance ramp and walked out as her music hit.

Spoiler

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbZyPJE0pEo

Stepping out from the entrance ramp to a wave of boos Hikari would sigh, unbothered but definitely irritated with the LAW audience and their silly attachment to idols. Walking down the ramp in her conservative bodysuit Hikari would roll her neck, forgoing any of her usual theatrics in favor of just staying laser focused on destroying Courage Takemi and winning this match.

Spoiler

Hopping onto the ring apron and slipping into the ring Hikari wouldn't make much more of a show as she walked to her corner and leaned forward on her knees, eyes directed up at the entrance ramp, watching like a hawk for Courage. Already set to pounce as soon as the bell rang, ready to prove her loss to Sanae was nothing but a fluke and that idols deserved no place here in LAW.

[SuckerPunch]

"And introducing her opponent! From Hokaido, Japan!" The announcer roared as the stage was bathed in jade. A noticeable omission, he was instructed not to mention her Idol group, Courage Generation. "COURAGE! Ta-Ke-Miiii!"

Stereopony - Hitohira No Hanabira(Kayfabe; Courage Generation "One of My Petals")

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYV-XJdzupY

The green lights spun and centered upon the entryway, heralding her arrival!

Though the music behind her was her own, Courage Takemi had transitioned out of the life of an idol. She now embraced that she was her mother's daughter, a second-generation professional wrestler! Tonight, and forevermore, she looked the part!

Courage Takemi

White wrestling boots led her down the ramp toward the ring. Her smooth legs were adorned by a sheer bodystocking that ran all the way up to her neck. Despite her bare skin being covered, it made her curves ever more appealing. Pulling them taut and supporting them.

She wore a tight-fitting leotard atop the bodystocking. The colors had been chosen with intent... Green, like her mother. And white, like her idol background. She was choosing to acknowledge both of those things now. Combining her past and present, she became The Princess of Hard Work! Courage Takemi!

Her leotard left her mid-section exposed, her flat tummy on display, and cupped her plump, round breasts. The stocking split above the cup to expose the delectable valley of her cleavage. A symbol. Her heart was exposed. It was purely coincidental that the area above it was a mouth-watering temptation for fans and foes alike.

Her arms were sheathed in gloves that ran past her elbow. They added an air of nobility along with the large bow that bound her luxurious and long chestnut brown hair in a ponytail that swept behind her like a cape. The only things that remained from her previous look were her trademark glasses and the heart-stopping green eyes behind them.

Courage Takemi took on a dash as she neared the flat of the mats surrounding the ring! She dove under the bottom rope and slid into the ring with unmistakable enthusiasm! She popped onto her knees and threw her hands into the air with that same energy! A big, excited grin was stretched across her innocent-looking features! "LET'S GO!!!" She prompted the fans to scream and they showered her with the noise she'd demanded! She popped up onto her feet in one fluid, graceful motion before extending a gloved hand toward her opponent.

"Nice to meet you Nakano-San!" She gave the girl a genuinely sweet smile. She held no ire for the girl across the ring from her. And at the time she hadn't a clue that she had a grudge against idols. She was too laser-focused on the opportunity in front of her! A shot at the Queen of the Ring tournament! She had been warned that the bout was no disqualification, but that suited her just fine! She was willing to do anything to prove to the world that she was committed to being a Pro Wrestler!

"I'm Courage Takemi! And this is MY GENERATION!" She threw her other fist in the air! A sporting challenge that accompanied her catchphrase! The crowd responded once again! Showering the voluptuous Courage with adoration and excitement!

[Bare]

Leaning against the corner Hikari would watch with an almost bored look on her face as the entrance of her opponent started, Courage coming out with a near total opposite reaction to Hikari. Not that Hikari was very bothered by that, let idiots be idiots is what she believed. As Courage came down the ramp, hyping up the crowd while showing off her body Hikari would tsk. Leave it to an idol to take even a conservative outfit like a bodysuit and make it sexy. Honestly it made Hikari almost ashamed to be wearing the same style of outfit as slowly her glare towards Courage got deeper and deeper.

Entering the ring Courage seemed almost blind to the look and attitude from Hikari as she continued to glare at Courage despite the positive attitude from Courage, trying to give a positive impression. However Hikari wasn't gonna fall for it, quite the contrary she would just roll her eyes at Courage's declaration before deigning to speak.

Stepping forward she would fix her glare full force towards Courage. "I'll keep this short. You can drop the fake sunshine and rainbow attitude. I don't think of you as a real wrestler, and you're annoying little catchphrase has only increased my distaste for you." Hikari said bluntly and with her distaste in full force before continuing. "Honestly the only benefit of sharing a ring with you is the chance to redeem myself, and with no disqualifications, I'll even be able to possibly end you're fake little dream here and now." Hikari said, her expression growing darker as she remembered her loss to Sanae, fists clenching as she continued to glare at Courage, just waiting on the bell to start this.

[SuckerPunch]

The two wrestlers couldn't be any different. Courage was a bright light amongst the darkness of this dour and violent sport. Not only did the fans believe in her, but she believed in herself! And it showed in the brilliant glint in those big emerald eyes! Hikari on the other hand was the picture of cynicism. Angry and eager to inflict pain. She was a woman scorned.

Courage stood in the center of the ring and met the other girl's energy with her own. She couldn't take Hikari's bad attitude away, but she could soften it with charm! "I guess we'll skip the handshake then?" She suggested with a smile. The crowd laughed at her cheeky quip. "I'm not afraid of getting hurt Hikari-chan. And I'm not afraid of you." She continued after the crowd had bubbled down. "So, thank you." She bowed her head then. "For the opportunity to wrestle and prove myself." She returned to her full posture. "We don't have to like each other, Hikari-chan. But let's put on a match the fans will remember!" Courage threw back her overly long braid and then raised both hands to the audience!

And with that, the bell rang! Hikari and Courage's battle for the opportunity to become Queen of the Ring had begun!

[Bare]

Hikari had said her piece and now Courage was responding right back. But rather than hit out with a revenge barb or go on a rant Courage seemed to take the high road, using a measured and firm approach to combat Hikari and implore for a good match where neither girl would fear hurting each other to win. It was almost respectable to anyone hearing her...

Except for Hikari who just sneered in response. "Big talk from a fake wrestler, you'll probably be begging for this to end once that pretty face of yours gets messed up." Hikari said derisively while rolling her neck and putting her fists up n preparation. Once the bell would ring it would prompt Hikari to burst forward, looking to start this match fast and hard rather than slow and traditional with a lock up! Leaping up as she approached the idol Hikari would throw her leg, attempting a flying side kick aimed at the girl's chest!

[SuckerPunch]

A fake wrestler... Courage's expression broke, melting into a frown. The exact sentiment that haunted her. Hikari didn't need to be a genius to deduce that the cheap shot would hurt her... Courage wasn't about having 'fun' as an idol anymore. She had fully committed herself to the art of Professional Wrestling! But she knew she was still being looked down upon... Courage's fists balled up at her side and her eyes opened!

"I'm not-" Hikari sprung into action as the former idol began to speak! She rushed at Courage and leaped into the air! Her leg curled in and then fired out like a spear! Her opponent's boot buried itself in her right breast causing her to wince and whimper! The kick launched Courage backward! Staggering, her back hit the ropes. And all of the momentum from Hikari's kick fired her back towards Hikari!

And with that momentum, Courage spun her right arm and attempted to smash the other girl with a lariat just as she touched back down on her feet! "A FAKE!" She screamed alongside delivering the move!

Courage could have dodged Hikari's kick. Or made some attempt to block it... But the girl had spurned her pride... If she wanted a fight. She'd get one!

[Bare]

With one insult it was clear to Hikari how fragile Courage's ego was. All it took was hearing the truth to make that bright bubbly smile fade. 'Pathetic.' The girl thought to herself as she ran towards her opponent, leaping up and throwing her leg out to smash into Courage's chest and send her flying back. Landing on her feet gracefully and standing up smoothly Hikari would look up, expecting to see a hurting idol clutching that fake tit of hers.

So imagine Hikari surprise when she instead saw the brunette coming in hot, arm raised and smashing into Hikari's chest like a freight train with a lariat! "UGH!" Yelling out in pain and surprise from the move, getting taken clear off her feet by the attack and sent flipping through the crash, crashing on top of her head with a cry of pain, ending up in a rather embarrassing position with her ass in the air and legs over her head, vulnerable to attack!

[SuckerPunch]

Courage felt a dull ache in her bicep. An ache that informed her that she'd struck true against Hikari! When Courage's momentum finally stop, she slowly turned to witness what she'd done. And she was surprised to discover that the weight of her strike had turned the other girl inside out and left her shattered on the canvas! The rough-talking girl was face down, ass up, a position that Courage had been left in many a time.

"Y-yosh!" She pumped her fist in equal parts pride and surprise! And then immediately moved to attempt to capitalize. "I'm not just going to show -you- how wrong you are!" She stated as her boots fell heavily on either side of Hikari's body. "I'm going to show the whole world!" She declared as her hips dropped onto the small of Hikari's back to flatten her out!

If successful it would leave Courage seated upon the small of her back! And immediately reaching for her arms! She'd pull each arm over her knees, reminiscent of the classic camel clutch! Then, her arms would move to ensnare Hikari's neck! Twisting around her throat and locking a sleeper hold into place! Before suddenly and roughly jerking her backward!

The crowd erupted as they immediately recognized the maneuver! Courage Takemi's finisher inherited from Heather Sunderland. The Rightfully My Generation! A Sleeperhold Camel Clutch combination that robbed her opponent of their consciousness while destroying the muscles in their lower back! She was immediately trying to end the bout! Not only humiliating Hikari with a quick defeat, but by making her surrender at the same time!

"SORRRRYYYAAAA!" She screamed as she torqued dangerously on the hold!

[Bare]

Without knowingly doing so it appeared that Hikari's words had set something off within Courage. A spark needed to push her to new heights that anyone else would be excited to see ignited. For Hikari however it meant this match just got much, much more difficult. As shown when right away Courage's raw power overwhelmed Hikari's significantly more lithe frame, taking her head over heels and sending her crashing down to the mat.

As if that wasn't bad enough however Hikari was in a utterly demeaning position after the lariat, and she was so breathless from the impact that she couldn't even do anything to rectify it. Courage however was a step ahead of her the woman's hips drove into Hikari's back sending her sprawled onto the canvas with a groan. As she was Hikari would feel her arms grabbed and placed over her opponent's legs for what she thought to be a camel clutch.

Only for the end result to be much, much worse as Courage's arms would wrap around Hikari's neck as the woman would pull back in a painful camel clutch, sleeper hold combo! "Ack! Gah!" Unable to groan out in pain correctly from the hold Hikari would struggle and thrash as best she could while in Courage's grasp, unable to do much of anything!

But... would that mean she'd be forced to tap or worse knocked unconscious at the start of the match? No. No matter what, Hikari refused to let that happen, it was a worst case scenario if there ever was one and she would do whatever it took to avoid it... even if it meant fighting dirty. Opening her mouth as best she could in Courage's grasp, Hikari would attempt to bite down on Courage's arm, hoping that the sudden pain would be enough to force her into letting go!

[SuckerPunch]

"YAAAAA~!!!" Courage screamed out as she pulled back on Hikari's head and neck as if she were trying to pull it off! Hikari was struggling and thrashing, but physics intervened. When she tried to pull down, her chin couldn't slip through Courage's locked arms! And all of the thrashings only added additional strain to her neck and back!

"Come on! TAP!!!" She demanded as she closed her eyes and put her all into forcing her obnoxious opponent into giving up! With determined energy, she flexed her biceps, pressing her arms deeper into Hikari's neck and blocking her airways. If she didn't give up, she'd soon pass out! That was the two-pronged threat of the hold she'd learned from Heather Sunderland. Courage Takemi wasn't a girl who could match muscles with many of the monsters in the LAW locker room... But even monsters needed to breathe!

Hikari's struggles started to fade... And Courage could feel it! Victory was at hand! Her weight upon the small of the lighter girl's back kept her from pursuing a rope break! She was trapped! And Courage felt the girl's lips part against her arm. No doubt she was about to scream her submission!

"IYAAAAAAAAHHHN~~~" But it was Courage who ended up screaming! Hikari's teeth sank into the soft flesh of her arm and filled it with pain! She reflexively relinquished the hold as her mind filled with panic! The sudden stabbing pain confused her senses and she attempted to shoot up off of Hikari's back! That is... If the girl let go of the hold she had on -her- now!