Backstage, The Miz was talking to Vince McMahon and spoke about his "rough patch" with Shane McMahon. He asked for his "Blessing" and Vince McMahon said that he doesn't believe in blessings. He gave The Miz a chance to prove himself tonight and asked him to find himself a partner. Then he told him that he actually has a partner in mind for him. McMahon slammed the door and Miz looked confused.
Samoa Joe "apologises" to Jeff Hardy
Jeff Hardy was out to hear "Samoa Joe's apology". Samoa Joe came out and told him it wasn't an apology but an intervention. Hardy fired back and said that the more he reminded him of his demons, the more he realized that he wasn't going back. He added that he and his demons could see right through Joe.
Hardy told Joe that he was projecting his insecurities on him and asked him whether it's the fact that he hasn't won one title on the main roster in two years. Joe went for the attack but Hardy hit a Twist of Fate and then left.