DON'T TAKE LIFE FOR GRANTED: CHAPTER ONE

Jason had just about seen all he could deal with. The cheers from the crowd were deafening and as he stood in the back, ball cap pulled low and hands tucked in his hoodie, it was more than he wanted to stick around for. He longed to be back in the ring, more than anyone could understand. He had…

Seeing how the match played out pissed her off. That wasn't how a chamber match was supposed to play out. You just don't do a school boy pin in one of those! Looking at the new person beside her, running her hand through her hair annoyed a fan on the other side of her, kept staring.

"Hello?"

"Oh my God! Your Velvet Sky!"

"Yes, sweetie I am"

"Can I have your autograph"

"Yes, but as long as you keep quite okay?"

The fan nodded frantically as Velvet signed her bag. Once she heard Cena's music come through the speakers she rolled her eyes and looked at the person on the other side.

"I hope Cena gets his ass handed to him"

He looked over at the woman who was sitting beside him and laughed out loud.

"Well that's certainly one way to put it."

She was pretty and he was almost certain he knew her. Finally it clicked and he grinned.

"Hey, Velvet. How are you?"

He tipped his ballcap back a little bit so he could see her clearly and talk without feeling like he was trying to sink right through his seat.

Leaning closer he said lowly,

"I'm being antisocial. And after that disaster,"

he gestured to the ring,

"I'm pretty much over this PPV."

He laughed and folded his arms across his chest.

Leaning back as well the young knockout nodded looking in the ring.

"After Daniel was out I paid little attention to it. I was so hyped up for this one, and if it disappoints too, I probably won't come to another event, unless it hugely appeals to me"

Velvet stated and smiled when he said her name.

"I've tried that, they see right through it just because they've seen me in everything so nothing ever works now"

She stated looking at the ring happy Cena wasn't doing to good

He nodded in agreement.

"I honestly don't know what I'm doing here. I won't come to another PPV I'm not in. It sucks to sit here and wish I was there,"

he pointed to the ring. Yeah, he was being a little bit of a baby about it, a little petulant sounding, but it was true.

Her next comment made him laugh.

"Yeah I thought I'd be spotted by now. It must be the beard."

He kicked his legs out in front of him and slid down in the seat, getting relaxed.

"So what are you doing here? Come to see a friend, or just a fan?"

Velvet laughed softly and nodded.

"Must be the beard. You look good either way. I came in here for Angel. She was too chicken shit to come in here to watch Dean."

She stated just shaking her head, there was just so much pain in Angelina. Velvet just didn't understand how everything happened. Looking over at Christian again with a smile.

"Why are you here? Come to root on your friends?"

He cringed slightly at her mention of Angela and Dean.

"Oh, yeah. That whole thing. Sounds… fun. and drama filled. I hate drama."

Pats her shoulder sympathetically.

"I'm sure it sucks to be in the middle of that."

Looks over at the ring again and sighs.

"Yeah, I came to see my friends and be nostalgic."

Smiles at her slightly and pulls off his ball cap, running his hand through his hair.

"So do you really wanna stay and watch now? We can go to the back. And not be bothered?"

Taking a moment to think of a reply. She didn't want to come cross too eager but also no too 'I don't care'. Nodding softly as she looked at the multitime champion.

"Sure thing. I can't stand watching the rock, even if Punk is awesome"

Vel replied with a smile

He laughed once again and shrugged.

"I love Dwayne but sometimes it gets to be a bit much"

Standing up, he held his hand out to help her up as well and led her up the stairs towards the concessions before going around and sneakily heading backstage. Security stopped him and he pulled out his pass, hand still on the small of Velvet's back.

"She's with me too."

Once in the back he turned to her and smiled.

"So other than coming for Angelina, how do you like New Orleans?"

He found catering and grabbed a bottle of water, tossing one to her as well before jumping up on the edge of the table. Smiling to herself softly she caught the water bottle as it was thrown to her. Opening the top and letting the water flow down her throat.

"Thanks! It's pretty cool. Only one person noticed me so far so it's pretty good."

Looking around then back at Christian.

"No-one is gonna be mad at me for being here right?"

He laughed and took a sip of his water.

"Nah, nobody is gonna be mad. Why would they be?"

Patting the spot next to him, he scoot over for her to sit as well.

"So is there anybody you wanna meet that you haven't yet?"

He thought through the list of his coworkers she might wanna talk to.

"I have all the hookups, obviously," he said with a smirk and a wink.

Thinking for a moment, there were many wrestlers that she wanted to see but none of them were around anymore. Scratching her head softly Velvet shrugged.

"Not really. I know most of the ones here. Some hate my guts"

She stated scratching the back of her neck. As she sat down next to the veteran wrestler, and just smiled when he winked at her

Jay tilted his head in confusion at the seemingly sweet, beautiful girl.

"Why would people hate your guts? I think I'm missing something.."

With a smile, he added, rubbing the back of his neck and blushing slightly,

"You don't seem like you could be any more offensive than a kitten ok?"

Hearing his words the young knockout blushed slightly as well looking up at the ceiling and back over at the wrestler.

"You do remember when I wasn't always this nice right?"

Velvet laughed softly, remembering the days of the beautiful people. Shaking her head with a smile. Good times!

"Plus, you know how people can be when you're successful and they are not"

He laughed and nodded his head.

"Ok, yeah I do remember, but you were a badass bitch so it all evens out."

Suddenly he turned to her, sincere look on his face.

"I meant bitch in the best way possible."

Snorting, he leaned closer and mock whispered,

"Between you and me, that sounds like a few of my coworkers."

He wouldn't say they were all bad, but there were a few that honestly just didn't have what it took to be successful. To be "it". Giggling softly the young woman just nodded. Christian was something else.

"Thats alot of my coworkers. They enjoy doing AOPs, which sucks!"

She stated, before laughing again because he snorted. Listening to what he was saying Velvet kept the smile on her face and also whispered back.

"Your secret is safe with me, pinky promise"

Vel smiled holding out her pinky, With a smile, he held his out as well and took hers.

"Ok, I'm holding you to it. I better not read about it on the dirt sheets tomorrow, or I'll know who snitched."

He winked at her playfully and sipped his water.

"So the PPV is sort of a bust. Sorry you had to come out to see this mess. At least you're here for Angelina, so it's not like the whole trip is ruined right? Where are you staying tonight?"

Velvet laughed softly before replying.

"Oh the possibilities!"

She stated putting a hand on her chin pretending to think. To his other question he just shrugged.

"I got to see you again so it wasn't a total bust. Well I'm not sure, probably just gonna take a plan back to New York."

She stated looking at him, did he have a motive for asking?

Her mention of getting to see him again made him perk a little bit from the slump he had fallen into earlier. Yeah he still wished he was back in the ring, but at least someone appreciated him, even if only for a moment.

"Well I mean there's more to New Orleans than just the PPV. I'm staying at the hilton actually and they have a decent bar, if you wanna get a drink before you leave."

Smiling to herself, biting her bottom lip she nodded with a smile.

"Sounds good. I'm actually free till the 22nd. Gotta be in Detroit. I love that place"

Velvet stated getting a little side tract. Grabbing her phone she texted Angel to go on without her.

"Later would you be able to take me to the airport? After we hang out more, I'm just gonna let angel go ahead without me"

She state softly

"Detroit huh? Sounds more interesting than Tampa, that's for sure."

He smiled softly at her.

"Hey if you have stuff to do with Angel, that's fine. You guys can catch up first and I'll meet you at the hotel if you want? I'd be glad to take you to the airport afterwards though."

He fished in his pockets for his keys, finding them quickly. Velvet shook her head in protest.

"Believe me, you'll save me from the nonstop talk about drama, and believe me I'm moving in with the nut"

She stated, taking a deep breath.

"Plus we caught up on the plan ride here"

"Oh, awesome. I'll be glad to save you then."

He laughed and held out his arm for her to take.

"Moving in together?,"

he asked as they walked out to the parking garage.

"Sounds fun."

A few minutes later he was pulling up in front of the hotel and he went around and opened her door for her.

"So I spent some extra money, because I figure if I have to be traveling and not wrestling I might as well enjoy myself."

The hotel was nice, and the bar was even better. Pulling her chair out for her, he sat beside her.

"So what are you drinking? Something girly?"

he asked with a cheeky grin.

"As fun getting up at 4 in the morning with a baby"

She said with a smile. Sometimes so loved her best friend and sometimes she didn't. Vel looked at him crazy she he said if se wanted something girlie.

"I've been drinking with angel. And she drinks vodka"

Velvet stated playfully sticking her tongue out. He raised his eyebrows, impressed.

"I was expecting a sex on the beach to be honest. Want some jack daniels then?"

He ordered his drink and what she wanted and leaned back in his chair, feeling much more relaxed now that he was away from the stress of the PPV.

"So how's everything with going with TNA? You still with Sabin or?"

Suddenly he felt sort of awkward and little bit like a jerk for bringing that up, if she wasn't still with him. Nodding softly accepting the invitation for a jack. But then hearing Chris' name. Boy this was gonna be a long night.

"Yeah we broke up last week"

She stated rubbing the back of her neck before drinking another sip from her drink. He cringed and took a long sip of his drink.

"Geez, sorry. I didn't mean to bring that up."

Looking down, he tapped his fingers on the counter, trying to find a way to make it comfortable again. With a smile, he looked up at her and said,

"Well at least you have friends and someone willing to buy you a drink."

He placed a gentle hand on her shoulder in what he hoped was comforting.

"So I have a question for you. What do you like? What do you for fun? Other than drink with an old guy in a hotel bar?"

Velvet let out a small chuckle seeing him try and comfort her. Taking a deep breath she put her smile back on her face and looked at him.

"We'll I'm wrestling alot. When not on a show in TNA I'm doing shows with fwe, the beautiful people are there and a few other places I can get booked"

She replied taking another drink.

"What about yourself?"

He nodded his head, listening to her talk.

"Sounds fun. I bet you don't get a lot of down time. "

Smiling warmly at her he tilted his head in though.

"Lately I've been getting good at video games. Mostly lazing around. But tonight I would say I buy pretty girls drinks for fun."

He blushed and smiled as he looked down. He had never been much of a smooth talker or ladies' man.

"That was so cheesy. Can I blame the alcohol?"

Blushing herself, she smiled and nodded softly.

"A little but I guess we can. Have you played the new call of duty game?

The female gamer stated. No-one really picked her to be a gamer but really she was and lately she was showing that in her photo shoots. He smiled and took a sip of his drink.

"Yeah I've played it. It's nice. I knew you were a gamer but it's still a little surprising."

He finished his drink in one go and asked,

"You gonna babysit yours all night or do you want another one?"

Laughing, he nudged her leg with his to let her know he was messing around.

"So what time's your flight? I don't envy you. I hate flying. Too many noisy people."

Blushing softly the young woman just shook her head, getting her drink and shooting it back.

"We'll I have to be in Orlando by tomorrow afternoon for a live show, then to Detroit. I could probably get someone to pick me up instead of flying there"

She said feeling annoyed by the fact.

"And I bet you they won't even use me tomorrow"

Velvet sighed looking over at him with a smile.

"I'd love one!"

Jay gave her a sympathetic smile. He understood how she felt, really. Not even sure if her troubles would be worth it.

"I know what you mean. So you don't need a lift to the airport until later or even tomorrow morning?" '

Ordering her another he drink, he handed it to her with a smile. He set his drink down and felt only slightly nervous.

"You know I do have a hotel room upstairs if you want to stay and get some rest before your flight."

Listening to his statements, hearing him offer a place for the night. Blushing softly, and nodding at the young man. Standing to her feet she kissed him on the cheek with a smile. Before sitting back down

"That's very nice of you to offer. I'd love that. Cause I bet before this night is done, ill need to sober up"

She replied with a smile taking another sip. He snorted happily and gave her an amused look.

"You lightweight. I'm kidding."

Not to mention he was still blushing furiously at the kiss to his cheek. He could barely focus on his drink anymore and he gave up trying.

"Just let know when you give up on trying to drink like a champ, and we'll head upstairs."

He laughed and lightly nudged her leg again. Smiling over at Christian as he kicked her leg again, she playfully kicked back. Biting her lip softly as she looked at him, drinking another sip.

"Is that a challenge Cage?"

She stated sticking out her tongue.

"Consider this challenge accepted!"

He grinned and sipped his second drink ordering her one more.

"Yeah that's a challenge. I don't want you to be hungover tomorrow though."

The alcohol made him feel braver and he leaned over close to her ear and murmured,

"Think after this one we should get you to bed?"

Blushing softly, the young knockout nodded softly drinking her drink straight down. Christian was something else. She was hoping she wasnt about to get played but hey, shit happens and if he wanted something with her well shed be okay with that.

"Lead the way Cap"

Messing with his captain carisma days. Her answer honestly surprised him and he smiled at her, a genuine smile, not a smirk to try to get her into bed. True, that was where he hoped it would end up but he couldn't deny he was actually having fun talking with her. The first real bit of fun in what seemed like ages. She was beautiful and down to earth and he was actually pretty impressed by her.

"You said lead the way, don't blame me if I run you into walls while you're drunk. The temptation is strong,"

he said with a chuckle. His drink all but forgotten he helped her up, and placed a hand on the small of her back to lead her towards the elevator.

"Good thing I got the king sized bed huh?"

The young knockout smiled as he helped her out of her chair and just laughed about the walls. As they made their way to the elevator, the young woman pushed Christian against the wall of the elevator as it closed, crashing her lips on his, as she wrapped her arms around his neck.

"Thats for being so damn cute, and this is for me liking you"

She stated before kissing him again, The feeling of his back hitting the wall of the elevator was a surprise but it took barely any time for him to kiss back just as eagerly, swiping his tongue along her bottom lip and urging her to open her mouth before pressing his tongue to hers, deepening the kiss. His hands went to her sides then dipped down under the waistband of her jeans, splaying his fingers against her warm skin. He pulled back slightly, tugging her bottom lip as he did, before saying,

"And this is for being so damn hot and making me want to fuck you on every surface of the hotel room."

Gripping her hips, he pulled her to him letting her feel how hard she made him.

"Oh and for making me like you too,"

he added with a smile as the elevator dinged at the next floor. Moaning softly into the kiss she opened her eyes, listening to his words and pulling her against him making her want more as well. Biting her lip as the elevator opened up. Blushing softly she grabbed his hand

"Lead the way"

She said biting her lip, The minute he got the key card in the door, he was pushing her up against it, slamming it closed behind them. His hands found the edge of her shirt and skimmed her skin there as he pulled it over her head. Breaking the heated kiss, he nipped her ear then moved down her neck, leaving a mark on her where he was sure everyone would see it. She was so warm and soft and he ground his hips against hers before picking her up around his waist and moving to the bed, pressing her under him against the mattress and running his hands across every bit of skin he could touch.

"Fuck, this,"

he gestured to her bra,

"is evil and it has to come off."

As her breath quickened and her tempature grew, she looks at him as he pointed to her bra, giggling softly.

"Aw you want it off"

Velvet said unhooking it.

"Then you got it"

She said throwing it to the floor, pushing her lips against his hard wanting him more than she eer wanted anyone. More than she had ever wanted Chris. He ran his hands across her now uncovered breasts, still kissing her hard enough for their teeth to click together as he shifted to straddle her. He rolled a nipple between his thumb and forefinger, feeling her gasp more than hearing it, being so close to her. Her back arched and he groaned, pressing his hips to hers and grinding slightly to relieve the pressure against his zipper. The button of her jeans caught his attention and he popped it like a pro before pulling them and her panties down her hips slowly.

"I gotta find a condom hang on,"

he mumbled against her lips before breaking away reluctantly and digging through his suitcase. She kept her eyes closed as he talked but opened them to watch him with a smile. Thinking of something she had to ask before they went any farther.

"Christian. I'm just making sure, You are single. No strings with anyone. I don't wanna end up hurting someone"

Velvet said still wanting him but she had enough restraint to stop if needed. He grabbed the last condom he had in his bag and smirked as he climbed back onto the bed.

"I'm divorced, sweetheart. Trust me, I don't do strings attached."

Then with a more serious, softer expression, he stroked her hair and kissed her lightly.

"You won't end up hurting anyone. Promise."

He deepened the kiss and laid her back on the bed once more, sliding a hand between her legs, and rubbing slow circles against her clit, wanting to feel how hot and wet she was.

"I have to get out of these,"

he tugged at his jeans with the other hand and chuckled. Biting his tongue not wanting him to stop but knew he had to get the hell out of those pants. Biting her lip as she watched the young man strip, she grew even more wet, wanting him.

"Hurry the hell up"

She said with a smile rubbing herself waiting for him to continue to have his way with her. He laughed at that and stuck his tongue out.

"I like to take my time, thank you very much."

As soon as he had his shirt thrown across the room, he tugged his belt buckle and throwing his jeans as well and not caring where they landed. The condom wrapper was annoying and he ended up using his teeth to rip it in his haste. She was rubbing herself and it made him groan in anticipation.

"Such a tease."

Finally, rolling the condom on, he pushed her thighs open and settled between them. She looked so good beneath him and he leaned down, kissing her roughly and biting her lip as he slowly pushed into her warm wet heat. He pulled almost totally out before thrusting back in again, trying to press as deep as he could. Gripping the sheets as she kissed him back roughly, moaning quite loudly at the superstar.

"Oh God! Faster"

She pleaded moving her hips with his, as she felt him go in and out of her, already it was truely the best she had, and it was just starting. Arching her back gently she kept moving her hips.

"You definately know what you're doing"

He laughed slightly at her request before biting down on her neck roughly and pumping his hips faster. He wanted to leave a mark, wanted to thoroughly wreck her. He smirked down at her and ran a hand along her side, scratching his short nails just enough to be that pleasurable-hurt but not on the bad side of pain.

"You're definitely good at this yourself,"

he panted out as he gripped the bed sheets under his hand where he was supporting his weight. Dipping his head down, he took her nipple in his mouth, running his tongue over it and sucking lightly.

"You like that?"

Gasping closing her eyes at everything he was doing, it made her world spin around her. Hearing his question she nodded with a smile upon her face.

"I-I s-sure d-do!"

She breathed out before biting her lip more arching her back more, feeling like she was close, just not there yet. In her mind she hoped this wouldn't be the last time they did this. He grinned and sped up his pace, one hand gripping her hip now, hard enough to leave bruises. With a low grunt he shifted her postition to throw her legs over his shoulders and pounded deeper, capturing her lips in another long kiss. Finally pulling back for air, he said,

"I'm gonna come soon. I want to see you fall apart first though."

And with that, he trailed his hand to her clit, working her with his fingers in time with his thrusts. He nipped her ear and whispered.

"Come for me."

Arching her back biting her lip. She let go of everything she was holding back with a scream of pleasure coming from her mouth.

"Oh, Will"

Velvet opened her eyes to look at him biting her lip.

"Come for me"

She said with a smile moving her hips with his. Her words sent him over the edge and he came with a groan of pleasure, hips still pumping so uncoordinated. After a moment, he tried to catch his breath and he let his head drop to her shoulder.

"Damn. That was great."

Pulling out gently, he rolled over to the side and sighed happily.

"So yeah. What time is your flight tomorrow? You can stay the night. I'll still take you to the airport tomorrow morning. Maybe get you some breakfast too?"

He smiled at her softly. He wasn't sure if she'd want to stay, but still he wrapped an arm around her and stroked her hair. Nodding softly. Part of her was telling her to run away, men are all the same, they'll hurt you. But the part that was present wanted to stay. Letting her body turn to his, she kissed his lips soft and tenderly.

"Doesn't matter, as long as I'm in Bowling Green, Ohio."

She wanted to stay there as long as possible. The whole night she was nothing but herself. It felt amazing, but as soon as she thought about it, she tossed it away. He'd never like someone like her. A true nerd in a beautiful mask. He nodded his head sleepily and flashed a huge smile.

"I'll make sure you get to the airport on time. Get some rest."

Christian had never been big on cuddling, but it had been a while since he'd had another person next to him and he stroked her skin softly as his eyes starting drifting closed.

"I promise I'll get you some breakfast before you go."

It was the least he could do. He didn't do relationships anymore, he just didn't. But it didn't mean he didn't enjoy her company. He wouldn't be a jerk about it. They had fun together tonight and he knew he'd hold somewhat of a soft spot for her. He was hoping she'd say yes to the breakfast and didn't feel used. For this one night she'd make an exception to her rule of snuggling. Ever since Sabin, she didn't want to get serious any time soon. Looking up at him with a smile kissing his lips one more time before closing her eyes.

"Breakfast sounds great, good night Willy"

She said half asleep closing her eyes, yawning softly. Man did Christian tire her out. He quickly turned the lamp off and made sure his alarm was set and as soon as his head hit the pillow he was practically out. Wrapping his arm around her once more he breathed softly, already relaxed. The last thing he thought about before he fell asleep was how nice it was to go to bed in a good mood for once. Velvet smiled in her sleep as she snuggled into him. It had been quite some time since she slept with someone as well, and it felt good. As morning came the young woman opened her eyes and looked up at a sleeping Christian. He had forgotten to pull the blinds, tired as he had been. The bright light woke him before the alarm did. He opened his eyes to see Velvet beside him and he grinned at her, remembering the last night's events.

"Morning. Wanna go get that breakfast?"

He rolled over and kissed her lips soundly before getting up and finding his clothes, pulling them on sleepily. Blushing softly as his lips met hers. God was she gonna miss that when she went back on the road. Would she see him again? Would they ever hang out again? Again she was split on the decision.

"I'm straving"

Velvet responded slowly finding her clothes and sliding them back on slowly, not meaning to be. He chuckled at her response.

"Starving isn't good. We need to fix that."

As soon as they were both dressed, he grabbed his car keys and wrapped an arm around her waist as they made their way out of the room and to the elevator. Once inside he playfully pressed her up against it, kissing her and groping her butt.

"I just wanted a reminder of last night is all."

When the doors opened he grabbed her hand and led her out to his car, opening the door for her.

"Waffle house sound good?"

The ride there was comfortable and while he was sure he would miss her a little bit, he didn't dwell on it, instead enjoying his time with her. Kissing him back putting her hand on his cheek. It was a small relief when he stopped, because she was on the verge of wanting more. Softly thinking about having a quicky in his car.

"Sounds amazing"

Velvet answered biting her lip softly. Pulling out a piece of paper and her pin she wrote down her name and number on a piece of paper, and putting it in his shirt pocket. He looked down at the piece of paper she placed in his pocket and he grinned. They got a corner booth and he ordered black coffee and sipped it gratefully, still waking up. His breakfast was bacon egg and cheese sandwich and he took a large bite before asking Velvet,

"So next time you want to hang out with another gamer nerd, you know who to get a hold of right?"

He smiled warmly at her. She smiled and shook her head no. Velvet didn't have his number.

"Nope. But now you have mine, and you can text me with yours"

Velvet hoped he wasn't taking her the wrong way, trying to be more, because she knew they both werent ready for anything of that nature. But good friends, who sometimes have sex? She was okay with that, and if it later led to more, then so be it. Nodding his head, he patted his pocket.

"Yep and I'll be sure to give you mine."

Friends with benefits sounded nice, and after the Maria debacle, he honestly was thankful to have someone who didn't expect more from him and would still be just as nice to him. Genuine. He liked that. Comfortably eating together it wasn't long before he finished his.

"I'll buy you a piece of pie or something for the flight."

He got her a piece of pumpkin pie for her to eat on her way back. The airport parking lot was packed and he felt a little jolt of sadness at the thought of watching her walk to her plane. Smiling softly she wrapped her arms around the young man, not wanting to let him go. Kissing his lips softly the young woman just smiled.

"Text me whenever you like."

Velvet smiled giving him one more peck on the lips.

"Thanks for the pie"

She stated softly, not wanting to leave. Actually feeling accepted by someone, feeling like she was cared about. Biting her lip softly. He kissed her back, just softly and gently, cupping her face as he did so. Her flight was boarding shortly and he smiled at her, hugging her once more.

"Have a safe trip ok? I'll text you, make sure you got there ok."

Couples were saying goodbye and that pang of sadness was back though he would never let it show on his face.

"I'll see you later Velvet. I had a lot of fun, sex aside. It was nice to spend the evening with you."

One more small kiss and he knew she had to leave, but he was drawing it out until he finally let her go and he shoved his hands in his jacket as he watched her walk to the gate, handing the ticket over. He waved at her and winked as she left out of sight and he sighed and walked to his car. At least he knew she liked him, didn't feel used, and there was a possibility of spending time together in the future. Getting to her seat she looked at her phone and sighed. She should have gotten a picture with him before she left. Velvet ran her hand through her hair. Leaning her head against the seat of the plane she just sighed. She hated riding in planes, way too many people