Daikon: I mentioned several moments on screen, but I haven't talked about what goes on offscreen. So, after I won the match against Tenzan at the Supershow, I met the Moeru Toukon, himself, Antonio Inoki.

Daikon: I got to be honest...he scared my young adult self. With good reason, he faced Muhammad Ali and beat the living crap out of Great Antonio.

Pics and clips of the matches Antonio Inoki had, as well as the ones mentioned by Daikon.

Daikon: He came up to me asked if he could train me in the art of shoot wrestling, as he seen my training with Sayama. I would've said no, but I felt I'll get my ass kicked by Inoki, so I said yes. And you do not say no to Antonio Inoki.

Pictures of a younger Daikon training with Antonio Inoki are shown.

Daikon: It was hard considering the guy was brutal when it comes to Shoot Wrestling. But as days went on, I adapted to his style and even created my own style of Shoot Wrestling.

Pictures of Daikon and Antonio Inoki together are shown as they pose, shook hands, and bowed.

Daikon: I wouldn't now this until years later, but some say that Inoki viewed me as a son. Like sure we bounded from our training, but I never expected to be viewed as a son to him of all people.

We see a photo of Daikon and Antonio hugging as it was the last photo taken before Daikon left for America to join ECW.

Daikon: The media named me "the Japanese Sensation" as I achieve great success in NJPW, due to the fact I held the Junior Heavyweight and Heavyweight championships for a year each. I also had a ring name, "The Immortal Dragon".

News Reporter: It seems the Japanese Sensation has come to the United States. That's right folks, the Immortal Dragon, Daikon Katayama, after departing from NJPW, to join another show run by Paul Heyman called Extreme Championship Wrestling.

Daikon: When I arrived at Philadelphia, many of the wrestlers there actually bowed for me. I mean, these guys were like 5-10 years older than me at the time, yet I was being praised.

We see a couple of pictures of Daikon shaking hands with several wrestlers, with some posing with him and bowing to him, which made him feel awkward.

Daikon: I even met several wrestlers who wrestled in Japan, Eddie Guerrero, Tazz, Chris Benoit, Steve Austin, and Tommy Dreamer.

We see a picture of the mentioned wrestlers with Daikon posing with him, with the words "New Japan Crew" written on the picture.

Daikon: I got use to the new working conditions. Sure, I don't drink beer, do drugs, smoke weed, but I'm the kind of guy that can get along with anyone. It was 1996 when I meet the Olympian, Kurt Angle who appeared in ECW.

A picture of Daikon and Kurt shaking hands is shown with the caption, "Olympian Meets Martial Artist" on the newspaper.

Daikon: Then the whole "Sandman crucified" moment happened and Kurt left ECW. But, he liked me and we kept in touch. Fun fact, I was the one that brought him to the WWE after I recommended him to Vince.

We see a picture Kurt and Daikon at a bar, while Daikon drinks water and Kurt drank beer.

Daikon: After I left ECW, I got a call from both WCW and WWF, asking me to come join them. I was thinking of WCW, but after I heard from those who worked there, Steve and Brian Pillman, I decided not to go to WCW. I joined the WWF, but I wouldn't appear until Wrestlemania. But it wasn't bad, as some house shows, I wrestled Steve Austin, Brian Pillman, before he sadly passed, Shawn Michaels, Bret Hart before he left, British Bulldog, and many other talented wrestlers.

We see clips of the house shows recorded by fans with Daikon, going by the name "DragonHeart" as he wrestled the superstars he mentioned.

Daikon: I would later learn that I was recommended by Vince to join the WWF. And by who you may ask? Well, it was actually his daughter, Stephanie.

Daikon: Yep. Stephanie. She asked her father to bring me in as I was highly successful in NJPW, Martial Arts, and ECW. Vince relents and calls me. I would learned that Vince was ignorant about Asian People, but when he learned I had an American Mother, he let me slide. Of course, I wasn't too happy about this.

*Jim Ross interview*

Jim: I saw him talking down to Vince like he was father scolding his child and and we were all looking and Vince was sinking in his chair, feeling the pressure of embarrassment and humiliation. I would say he was lucky, as I knew, he knew, and everyone knew Daikon would tear him apart right there.

*back with Daikon*

Daikon: I met Stephanie one time and she told me she was that one that had Vince bring me here.

*what the conversation went*

Daikon is seen doing some shadow boxing before a 22 year old Stephanie arrived to meet him.

Stephanie: Hey, you must be Daikon Katayama, right?

Daikon: *stops and looks at her* Yep. *recognizes her* Oh you're Vince's daughter, Stephanie, right?

Stephanie: Yep. Pleasure to meet the Japanese Sensation.

Daikon: Pleasure to meet you too. *shakes her hand*
So, I heard from the guys here that you're the one that made Vince bring me here?

Stephanie: Yep. I saw your work, and I'm impressed how someone as young as you, can gain this much success.

Daikon: Well, I was special, from what many people told me.

Stephanie: And they're right about you. Being the IWGP Junior Heavyweight and Heavyweight Champion one year apart is an impressive feat. And your ECW World Title Open Challenge gave some incredible matches.

Daikon: Thanks. I guess? I mean, I don't mean it in a bad way, just that I'm not use to people praising my work.

Stephanie: Pretty selfless, aren't you?

Daikon: Yep. That's how I was raised. Honor, selflessness, and being respectful, or else my grandfather would kick my ass.

Stephanie chuckles as Daikon gave a smile.

Stephanie: That's funny.

Daikon: It's true, though.

Stephanie: Anyway, I'll be going now. Think we could talk sometime? Since we're more closer to each other-In age! Okay?

Daikon: *raised his brow* Understood.

Stephanie: Good. See you then.

Stephanie walks away as Daikon watches her leave. He shrugs before continuing shadow boxing.

Stephanie: *from a far* You have a nice ass, by the way!

Daikon: What the fu-

*back to Present Daikon*

Daikon: Awkward. *chuckles* We would regularly hang out as I was 2 years older than her, but close enough for her to be comfortable talking with. Let me tell ya, when Vince sees us talking, he wasn't happy. But he knew he can't stop me for obvious reasons, but another reason surfaced.

*Interview from Shane*

Shane: Dad was given a letter from Antonio Inoki, the founder of New Japan Pro Wrestling. It said that any form of discrimination or screwing Daikon Katayama out of a major push or Championship were to take place, he'll personally come here and beat my father to death. Crazy right?

*back with Daikon*

Daikon: It was a shock to me that Inoki was very protective of me at the time. But, I can understand as Vince wasn't trustful at the time. Hell, he ain't even trustworthy today, but lets not get ahead of ourselves. So, yeah, as of that time, I was hanging around Stephanie McMahon, and we hit it off.

A pic of Steph and Kon sitting next to each other, talking, is shown.

Daikon: So, back to our regular story. Next week, Vince has his attention on us, but still kept his full attention on his obsession with Stone Cold. He did make a match for Undertaker to face his brother, Kane, in a Inferno Match. Seeing how he's shrugging us off, I decide to make our presence known. So during the match between the Rock and Paul Wight, aka Big Show with Mankind as the Guest Referee, I decided to crash their little party.

*RAW February 22*

We see Paul Wight, Rock, and Vince beating down Mankind. It ends with them posing with each other as Mankind lays there, hurt and humiliated. Then, the lights went out.

Jerry: What the?

Michael: Why are the lights out?

Soon, the lights came back on as the Harbinger is seen behind the three members of the Corporation and the crowd pops.

Michael: The Harbinger?!

Jerry: Vince, run!

Rock turns and sees Harbinger and his eyes widen. Before he warns Vince, Harbinger punches him down. Vince gasps and gets tossed out of the ring by Harbinger. Paul Wight throws heavy strikes at Harbinger.

Jerry: Get him, Paul Wight! Get him!

Soon, Harbinger starts hitting several quick strikes, making the giant stumble back.

Michael: Harbinger is pushing Paul Wight back!

Jerry: No way!

Soon, Harbinger hits a Spin Kick to Paul's ribs, making him step back. Then he picks him up, getting a massive reaction from the crowd.

Jerry: AAAAAAAHHHH!

Michael: A Bodyslam to Paul Wight! I never seen someone taking that giant down like that! And Vince is mortified!

Jerry: Who would?! That Giant was slammed down like he was nothing!

The crowd was in shock that they saw Harbinger taking down someone like Paul Wight. Mr. McMahon looks on in shock as Harbinger glares at Vince with an Evil Grin. Rock turns him around and went for for a Rock Bottom, but Harbinger counters and hits the Harvester.

Michael: And an Harvester to the Rock!

Harbinger gets up as he glares at Vince. He then sees Mankind getting up and grins. When he turns, Harbinger strikes him with a devastating Tornado Kick.

Michael: What?! Why Mankind too?!

Harbinger stares down at Mankind before looking at Vince. Vince can see that Harbinger is on no one's side. He only follows the Ministry of Darkness. Harbinger grins and does a cutthroat gesture before the lights went out.

When the came back on, Harbinger is no where to be seen.

*back with Daikon*

Daikon: When I was asked to Body Slam Paul, I was surprised. It was going to be my first time hitting a slam on a Superheavyweight. I remember watching Antonio Inoki slamming Andre The Giant, the second match looked like he used a lot of his strength as Andre was sandbagging at the time. I was hesitant as I thought I wouldn't be strong enough to do it with me relying on strikes rather than big powerful moves. But Paul and everyone else cheered me on, encouraging me to do it. So I did. However, no one thought I was going hold him for 3 seconds, turn to the side, before slamming him.

We see a picture of everyone in the roster cheering for Daikon doing the body slam.

Daikon: So, I was the youngest superstar to Slam Big Show and the First to do it in the WWF. Kane is much more impressive, in my opinion. Anyway, after that, Vince realized that the Ministry is much more unpredictable than he though. So during the inferno match, we gave him a little present.

*match*

We see the Undertaker facing Kane in the Inferno Match with Mr. McMahon at ringside. Soon, Paul Bearer and Harbinger arrived with a box. Paul gave it to McMahon before leaving. Harbinger stayed as he watches the match. Soon, McMahon opens the box, revealing a teddy bear.

He stop up and walks out of the announce table, looking distressed. He walks around the ring as Harbinger looks at him with a smile. Vince starts yelling "Why!" As Harbinger laughs at him.

The match ends with both Brothers at ringside and Undertaker dodging a Boot from Kane, making him lay his feet on the fire. Undertaker walks over to Vince and snatches the Teddy Bear from him. Harbinger then grabs Vince's shoulders, forcing him to stand there and watch the Lord of Darkness.

Undertaker then set the bear on fire, making Vince crumble. Harbinger held him in place as Undertaker makes him look at the burning doll. He then tosses it to the ramp and Harbinger let's McMahon go. Vince crawls towards the burning Teddy Bear, pleading and crying.

That's how the show ends. McMahon on his knees, crying to the burning doll while Undertaker and Harbinger look down at him.

*back with Daikon*

Daikon: Now, Vince has our attention. He regrets turning a blind eye to the Ministry. Want to see more? Stay tuned.

A/N: How's the chapter?

How do you feel about the stuff behind the scenes on Daikon's life?

Was him bodyslamming Paul Wight very shocking?

Can this moment give the crowd the impression Daikon's the strongest in the Ministry?

What do you think of the interaction between him and Stephanie?