On Raw, The Authority dropped an all-out bombshell, opting to quell controversy over Roman Reigns’ Royal Rumble Match victory by pitting him against Daniel Bryan or Seth Rollins at WWE Fastlane — in a match where Reigns would need to once again earn his previously guaranteed WrestleMania main event against WWE World Heavyweight Champion Brock Lesnar. Reigns accepted The Authority’s challenge and now looks toward Feb. 22 and an all-important clash with Bryan at Fastlane. Now, a huge question remains: How does Reigns feel about the past 24 hours? And how will it affect his match with WWE’s “Yes!” Man live on pay-per-view?

Reigns chose his fate on Raw, yet one has to assume that the powerful Superstar must feel nothing short of absolute rage over Triple H and Stephanie McMahon’s decision. With or without The Rock, Reigns’ Rumble win earned his title opportunity at The Showcase of the Immortals — now jeopardized by a predicament created by The Authority. Does he feel regret? Angst? Has the scenario affected his confidence? (The emphatic Spear to Big Show at Raw’s end would suggest otherwise.)

Rather, could Reigns actually welcome the match against Bryan? Deep down, would a Superstar of Reigns’ character really want to compete at WrestleMania without beating Bryan outright? A victory over the former World Champion in the wake of such controversy would certainly legitimatize his Rumble triumph, leaving little doubt that he deserved his spot on The Grandest State of Them All. A decisive win over Bryan might also bring the WWE Universe firmly into his corner. But, how might the startling turn of events affect Reigns’ mentality and, with it, his approach heading into a collision with the leader of the “Yes!” Movement?

Any man would feel cheated. Embittered. But how will Reigns channel that feeling into ferocity to ensure his trip to Santa Clara for the headline bout at WrestleMania 31? The Big Dog’s Fastlane opponent, Bryan, has dealt with similar obstacles and risen above them time and time again. The WWE Universe has seen the “Yes!” Man preserve. For his part, however, the already intense Reigns — fueled by injustice — may just be unstoppable. He will not just be out to beat his bearded opponent, but to send The Authority a distinct message to stay out of his affairs.

Though The Authority’s actions have created an incredible WWE Fastline main event, Roman Reigns’ intensity is sure to send shockwaves throughout WWE in the turbulent weeks to come.