U don't see a link? WHAT??
Screwing Bret made Vince hated and a villain which gave birth to the whole Mr McMahon character and his feud with Stone Cold which destroyed WCW.
Bret couldn't evolve with the times and got left behind. Bret's contract was up after SS, so yeah he gave his "word" but u can't take that chance,especially considering how down WWE were at the time.
Bret should've done what was right for business. Vince wanted him to lose and he refused to drop the title.Bret forgot it was just a show. He actually thought Canada would disown him if he lost or some bullshit like that.
Bret screwed Bret.
I don't blame Shawn for being a prick backstage. U have to remember, no small guy ever got the chance to be the MAN. so once Shawn got that what was he suppose to do? say "here dude, take my spot and put me back into the midcard"
He has a living to make as well, so I can't blame him for wanting to stay at the top, especially when he is the best on the roster.