Authors Note: I own nothing to do with WWE or anything recognizable. I only own my OC, Chrissy Parnell, and this story.
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Chrissy Parnell finished writing up the last chart of the day and threw it onto the pile. She was training to become a physician assistant at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas and was working in the small clinic on the outskirts of the college town as part of her training. 'I'm done with that bullcrap. Thank you Lord!' she thought as she stretched and stood up from the uncomfortable office chair.
The brunette began to gather her purse and jacket before turning the lights off when she heard a knock on the front door to the clinic. She then heard a car drive off and it made her sigh. Obviously, someone had been abandoned at the front door of the clinic. Unfortunately, this wasn't the first time something like this had happened, so Chrissy walked to the front door and opened it. She cringed inwardly when she saw the condition of the man sitting there.
The tall bleach blonde was dazed and had various bruises and cuts on his body. Chrissy grabbed his arm carefully and put it around her shoulder. "Okay, I'm going to need you to help me here. Can you try to stand up? I'll support your weight as much as I possibly can." the brunette asked. She got a small nod in response, so she said "On the count of three, try to stand. 1..2..3." The man wobbled, but managed to stand with Chrissy's help. She got him inside the clinic and locked the door behind them.
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Chrissy ushered him to an exam room and deposited him on the table. "My name is Chrissy. Can you tell me what's going on with you this evening?" she asked in her soft southern drawl. "Hurts." was all the blonde could manage to reply. 'Oh boy. This isn't good at all. Hopefully he doesn't need to go to the hospital, but I don't know if I can treat him here or not.' the brunette thought nervously. "Can you at least tell me your name? It can only be your first one if you want." Chrissy asked. "Nick." he replied. "Okay Nick, I'm going to do a brief exam on you to assess any injuries you may have. Is that alright?" she asked. Nick gave her a short nod and she put on a pair of gloves before beginning her examination of him.
Chrissy kept sneaking peeks at him while she made a mental list of the injuries she was going to have to treat and when she was done, she realized why he looked so familiar. 'Holy crap! He was part of the Spirit Squad. Cool!' the brunette thought. The brunette shook her head and finally finished her examination before stepping back.
Chrissy took the gloves off and said "Well, the only injury I can see besides some bruises and cuts, is a concussion. I can treat everything, but you need to have someone stay with you tonight to do neurological check ups. Is there anyone I can call for you?" "No. All my friends left for the next town." Nick replied. "Some friends, huh? I can admit you to the hospital overnight if you want." she offered. "I can't afford a hospital stay. I'm a professional wrestler, but I'm on the independents. I don't get paid that much." he told her. The brunette's heart went out to him and she looked into his sad blue eyes before saying "Well then, I guess you're coming home with me then."
Nick looked up at her and couldn't believe his ears. 'Why is she being so nice to me? I can't believe this angel..' the blonde thought. He grabbed her hand and said in a quiet voice "Thank you." "It's not a problem. Let me get some things together and we'll head to my house. I'm sure you'll be much more comfortable being treated there." she said with a reassuring smile. The blonde gave her hand a light squeeze in response and watched her pack some medical supplies into a paper bag.
Chrissy put her arm around Nick and helped him out to the waiting room. She went back to the receptionists desk and got her purse and phone before helping the older man outside to her car. They got in and she took off for her nearby house.
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Chrissy walked Nick into her modest two bedroom home near the college campus and she sat him down on her comfy couch. She tossed her stuff onto the nearby recliner and made sure the older man was comfortable. "I usually cook every night, but I'm beat, so does pizza sound good?" the brunette asked. "Yeah. Kinda hungry." the blonde replied. "Alright then. Let me go order and while we're waiting, I'll bandage your injuries. What kind of pizza do you like?" she responded. "Since I'm breaking my diet anyway; how about pepperoni, sausage, and extra cheese?" he asked. Chrissy laughed and gave him a big smile before saying "How did you know my favorite kind?" "It's a secret." Nick told her with a wink. She gave an amused shake of her head before going into the kitchen to call her favorite pizza place. The brunette placed the order and went back into the living room.
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Nick was shuffling around on the couch as the stiffness and soreness from his match started to set in. Chrissy poked her head in the room and saw what a rough time he was having, so she decided to move the supplies into her bedroom since her bed was far more comfy than the couch. The brunette then walked back into the living room and said from behind the older man "Come on, I found somewhere more comfortable for you to relax. Plus, I have a giant tv in there and we can watch some movies and stuff until you can sleep." as she walked up to the couch.
He shakily stood up and she put her arm around him before he fell. "Trying to get me into bed sweet cheeks?" the blonde teased as she helped him into the bedroom. "Not even on your best day. Now hush before I forget you have a concussion and smack ya upside the head." Chrissy retorted. "Such a feisty chick. I like that." Nick said as she had him sit on the bed. She rolled her eyes and began bandaging his various cuts and generally cleaning him up. The brunette had barely finished when the doorbell rang.
Chrissy walked to the front door and paid for the food. She went into the kitchen and got a couple of paper plates and some napkins along with some water before heading back into the bedroom. Nick sat up some when she came back in and laid the meal out on the bed. She tossed him the remote and said "Find something to watch and go ahead and eat something. I'm going to change right quick." "Take your time. I'll be alright for a little bit." the blonde responded. "You have a head injury, so no you won't." the brunette retorted. "Hmmph.." Nick mumbled as Chrissy left the room.
Nick perused through the viewing options and finally settled on Grey's Anatomy. He loved the show and hoped she did too. Less than five minutes later, Chrissy emerged from the bathroom wearing a pair of pajama shorts and a tank top. She plopped down beside him and saw his viewing choice. "Nice. I freaking love this show." the brunette with a smile. "A woman with taste. I love it." he said with a grin. Chrissy nudged him in the ribs playfully as they both started laughing. After that, the two dug into the pizza and ate in companionable silence.
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Chrissy cleaned up the trash and laid back on the bed. She leaned into Nick's body and he put his arm around her. Surprisingly and oddly, she felt so comfortable with the older man and felt comforted by his presence. It was a feeling she sorely missed and was glad to feel again, even if it was only going to be overnight. Unknown to her, he felt the same way as she did. The blonde felt the same draw to the brunette and for once in his life, it wasn't sexual. It was purely platonic and almost big brotherly. Nick let Chrissy lay her head in his shoulder as they relaxed and watched their show.
When the episode was over, Nick turned to the younger woman and asked "So, who's your person?" He was referring to Meredith and Cristina's bond on the show. "I don't have one." Chrissy replied softly. "I'm sorry." the older man said sympathetically. "It's okay. I'm used to it by now." she responded while brushing his sympathy aside. "Do you want to talk about it?" he asked after noticing her fidgeting around on the bed.
"My parents died a few years ago in a bad car accident. I'm an only child and my extended family turned on me after the funeral because I inherited absolutely everything. My parents were very rich and the family got pissed when they didn't get a dime." Chrissy replied. Nick looked at her sadly and even though he barely knew her, he thought 'What a bunch of assholes. This woman has an absolute heart of gold, but honestly, it's their loss. They don't know what they're missing, but that's their fucking stupidity. She's not gonna be alone anymore from now on, not if I have anything to say about it.'
"You're not alone anymore, I'll be your person." Nick told her. Chrissy scoffed and said "What, for the next 24 hours?" "No, for however long you want me. I don't know what it is about you, but I think we're gonna be the best of friends." the blonde said. She looked into his clear blue eyes and saw the raw honesty inside them and it made her tear up. His heart broke for her and he wiped the tears away. "I've been alone for too long, so you have no idea what that means to me." the brunette said in a shaky voice. "Well, you're not alone anymore and you never will be. I promise." Nick swore to her. Chrissy smiled and gave him a huge hug. "Thank you.." she said softly. He kissed the top of her head and returned it tightly even though it aggravated his injuries.
Finally, the embrace was broken and Nick laid back before pulling the young woman back so that she was comfortably nestled into his body. The two ended up staying up all night, talking about their lives and dreams for the future, like any best friends would do. When morning came around, she sent a text to the director of the clinic and told him she wouldn't be in that day.
Afterwards, Chrissy curled up next to the older man and fell asleep snuggled against him. The brunette felt happier and safer than she had in years. Nick held her closely and rubbed circles on her back to keep her relaxed before finally falling asleep himself.
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This is a companion piece to my story entitled Can You Help Me Heal? and it shows how Dolph and Chrissy met, but I believe this stands alone. If you haven't read the story, check it out if you get the chance.
Special thanks to my bestie-beta AeonBlue for helping me.
