CM Punk: leans in You call that a title belt? Looks like a child's toy!
Punk, what are you saying?
I'm saying that I'm the best damn wrestler out there, and I've got the skills to back it up. That cheap little trinket you call a title means nothing compared to what I can do.
grabs a mic I'm saying that I'm tired of playing by the rules, of being bound by what everyone else thinks.
raises his voice I'm saying that I'm done playing it safe, following the script. I'm gonna make my own rules, damn it!
narrows his eyes, determined No, no, you listen to me! I've had enough of those greedy promoters and shady bookies trying to control every aspect of this game.
so why did you join wrestling?
takes a deep breath, looks directly into Lily's eyes I joined wrestling because it was the only place where I could truly express myself, be myself.
then why did you become WWE champion?
smirks I became WWE Champion because it was the ultimate platform to show everyone what I'm capable of.
So... you joined the WWE for fame?
leans in closer Fame? Nah, it was never about that for me. It was about proving to everyone that I'm the best in the ring, and that they all need to bow down to me.
You don't strike me as a famous person though?
laughs sarcastically Well, golly gee, thanks for the compliment! But let me tell ya, being famous ain't all it's cracked up to be.
Yeah, but did you get money?
scoffs Money? Please, I've got more important things to worry about than some shiny piece of metal or paper.
pauses, looks deep into Lily's eyes I want respect. Respect from the fans, respect from the other wrestlers, and respect from the goddamn universe itself.
I think we will have that if you win the match
smirks confidently Oh, victory is mine. Just watch, after tonight, everyone will know my name. They'll remember the name of the man who took control of his destiny and became the greatest wrestling champion there ever was!
Well, then should I bet on you?
Damn straight, bet on me! I'm gonna prove 'em all wrong and show them what a true champion is made of!