The shield were a three man tag team built for destruction but the men inside this group were more than coworkers they were brothers and best friends. The members consisted of Roman Reigns,Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins. Roman Reigns was the powerhouse of the group he had signed with WWE in July of 2010 in their developmental FCW. He had been more than nervous when he showed up to start training. He had never stepped inside a ring before his career started out as a professional football player. He was rough around the edges and at first he hadn't been able to find his niche. There had been many times when he wanted to give up but he couldn't. His cousins wouldn't have let him and he was sure that wrestling was his calling. During those frustrating times he would spend most of his free time talking to his daughter and fiance. They were his world and his other reason for not quitting. Roman trained hard everyday trying to get better and better inside the ring his salvation came in the form of one Tyler Black aka Seth Rollins the other man was a pro from the indies and was signed a couple months after him. They quickly grew close as they started to train together everyday. The third man of the group Jon Moxely or Dean Ambrose was signed with FCW in April. Dean also a pro at the indies never one time treated Roman different because he hadn't been in the indy Dean joined their group they really became inseparable and spent most of their free time together when they weren't in the ring or home. Seth would be known as the architect of the group and Dean was the unstable one. Dean stayed single during their FCW days always spending his nights with a different woman. Seth found himself in a committed relationship with his long time girlfriend.
In the time before Dean had signed with them Roman and Seth grew close. Seth was the one that always looked out for other people he cared and it was sincere. Roman had always been the one who didn't really show emotion they spent so much time together feelings neither could deny began to develop between them. Neither man had ever been interested in another guy but there was something between them that they couldn't explain no matter how hard they tried. The more time Roman spent in Florida training the more his relationship became strained he tried to make his fiance happy but she never was. The toll of this started to affect his work which Seth of course could always pick up on. Seth was in a happy relationship but he had never felt the same connection with his girlfriend. So what they felt stayed between them hidden in the shadows. It grew and grew until it consumed all their thoughts and every ounce of their being. Then one day Seth decided to act on the feelings making a move once the training facility had emptied out for the evening.
Roman dropped his phone down on the mat as he lied on his back in the middle of the ring. Seth and himself had been running finishing moves when his fiancee called. Seth felt his heart sink as he stared at the bigger man looking broken so he crawled into the ring and lied down next to him. Seth turned on his side and propped himself up on one elbow as his eyes took in all of Roman. Seth felt his heart flutter inside his chest he cared about the other man and he hated seeing him like this. "Want to talk about it?" Roman just shook his head letting his hair fall around him as he continued to stare at the ceiling. Seth scooted closer so that almost no air was left between them. He gently placed a hand over Roman's heart causing the other man to look his way. Seth said nothing as he turned his hips so that he was sitting on top of Roman. The bigger man tensed beneath him as Seth stared into grey. He leaned forward resting their foreheads together as a veil of hair covered them. Seth took a deep shaky breath before he gently pressed his lips against Roman's. He waited anxiously hoping the other man wouldn't shove him away or punch him. Instead Roman's reaction surprised but delighted him. The bigger man settled his hands on Seth's hips as he deepened the kiss yet still kept it soft. Everything they felt being said without either one of them having to speak. The air in the room buzzed with the spark that ran between them. Neither man wanted to pull away from the soft but emotional kiss until both were panting for breath. They never spoke about their feelings instead they just showed the emotions they both shared. It was an unspeakable bond between them and they just enjoyed each other not really needing to add a label to what they shared.
When Dean joined them it completed their group and neither man really ever felt like they needed to tell him. Neither Seth or Roman wanted to tell Dean they agreed it might hurt their friendship and neither man wanted that Dean was crazy but he was their crazy so they left it unsaid stealing moments together whenever they could. The one day they all got the call that changed everything.
Two years they wrestled in the FCW then one day after a grueling match between Seth and Dean they all got called into the office. Vince was on the other end of the phone waiting for them and as they sat down they all looked very confused. Then they were informed that the three of them together would be making the move to the main roster on Monday Night Raw. All three men were stunned they would make the climb together in an unstoppable tag team known as the shield. Dean and Seth were overjoyed this is what they worked for since their day in the indies Roman had conflicted feelings. He felt great happiness but at the same time he knew this would just be another reason for him to fight with his fiance. They rarely saw each other as it was and now they would travel even more. They all three thanked Vince and made their way to the apartment the currently shared in Florida. They would stay there except for their days off when Roman and Seth traveled to see their significant others.
That night after Dean had showered and passed out the other two men stayed up into the late night hours talking about everything. Roman shared with Seth what he couldn't with anybody else that ended up being the first night they ever spent in the same bed. Usually they would cuddle after Dean went to sleep but Roman would always send Seth to his own room so that they wouldn't get caught. That night however Roman needed the comfort and Seth was more than happy to provide it. Roman held Seth the rest of the night not sleeping as they continued to talk Seth promised Roman over and over that it would be okay and Roman knew the smaller man would do is best to make it so. As Seth dozed off in his arms Roman placed soft kisses against his forehead until he felt himself getting sleepy.
The next morning they discussed how they had played with fire and agreed to never let it happen again unless they were absolutely sure they wouldn't get caught. The two wanted to keep what they had between them both were sure that Vince wouldn't approve and neither wanted to lose their job. They were also worried about how Dean would react and they didn't want to let go of the great ring dynamic they all shared. So they stole moments when they could and tried to be as quiet about it as possible.
A few months had passed by since their debut on the main roster and things were working exactly how they were suppose to. The shield dominated the ring and the fans hated them just like they were suppose to. Their schedule had started to get crazy as they were booked for the next several pay per views to help build their story line and character. They were lucky enough to get started with a wonderful wrestler known as cm punk who was the man that had hired them. After several weeks of shows and promotions they were allowed to travel home for three days to spend with their families. While it the thought of being away from Seth killed Roman he couldn't wait to see his daughter.
The show went off without a hitch and they were all pumped about being able to go home they hadn't been home since they started their gimmick as the shield there was just so much to do. House shows,interviews and promos the list went on and on. They all agreed to take a shower then leave so they would make it home the next morning. Dean was the first into their locker room as Seth and Roman straggled behind they listened as Dean collected a change of clothes and made his way to the shower. Once they were sure that Dean was occupied they made their way into the locker room. Roman closed the space between them as he wrapped his arms around Seth's waist pulling him close. Seth bumped their noses together causing Roman to smile he stared into the shorter man's eyes for a moment. "I am going to miss you so much." Seth nodded in agreement before he stole Roman's lips in a greedy kiss. Roman pressed their bodies closer together just needing to feel Seth. They pulled away as Roman stared at Seth's parted, swollen lips. He smiled to himself as he pulled away from Seth and collected his things to take a shower. Seth followed his lead both knowing they didn't have a lot of time before Dean would be out of his shower. Their eyes locked and then they each went to their separate showers but both wanting the other.
Dean tossed his suitcase into the trunk and crawled into the back lying down not really leaving any argument for nobody else to have the back but neither Seth or Roman really minded. They exchanged quick glances as Seth got into the passenger seat and Dean let out a groan. "Don't let him drive Ro." Seth shot Dean the middle finger as he started the car Dean laughed before he pulled his hoodie on and rested his head on the travel pillow he had brought. "One accident and you act like I am the worse driver." Dean opened his eyes and looked at Seth through the rear view mirror. "That accident was your fault." Seth turned his head and looked at Dean in the back "did you die?" Roman laughed as Dean shot him a glare and closed his eyes again. They stayed silent as they waited for Dean to fall asleep. Once the blonde started snoring and Roman was sure he was asleep he reached across the car and grabbed Seth's hand lacing their fingers together.
Seth glanced up at him quickly as he changed lanes Roman smiled but the sadness he tried to hide still showed in his eyes. "You okay Ro?" Roman stayed silent as he gave the other man's hand a gentle squeeze. "I can't wait to see my baby but her mom is getting to me." Seth pulled Roman's hand over closer to him giving the top of his hand a gentle kiss. " Sorry Ro, don't let her get down to you." Roman sighed as Seth gave his hand another gentle kiss than let go. Roman folded his hands and stared out the window as they continued to drive his eyes felt heavy as he rested his head against the window. His eyes searched the night stars as he felt his eyelids go heavy soon he was lightly snoring.
Seth listened as they other two men snored lightly he was exhausted and he felt horrible about how Roman's relationship was going he wanted to just make everything better but the way they had to stay hidden made it hard. He knew everything would be okay he just couldn't let Roman lose faith. His stomach rumbled and he decided to stop for some snacks. As he pulled into the parking lot Roman stirred next to him the beautiful grey eyes popping open. "Hungry." Roman nodded as he did a little stretch and looked into the back seat Dean was still passed out. Both men exited the car and made their way inside. As soon as they walked past the bathroom Seth felt Roman grab his arm and pull him into the bathroom. He closed the door behind them before he pushed Seth up against the cold wall causing the other man to groan. Roman attacked Seth's lips nibbling at them as his tongue begged for entrance which Seth was more than happy to grant. Their tongues collided and fought for dominance as Roman buried his hands in Seth's locks pulling at them slightly. Seth felt dizzy from the lack of air but he didn't want to let go the feeling only excited him and made him want more. He wrapped his arms around Roman's neck pulling him even deeper into the kiss both men were lit on fire from the contact. Roman slowly pulled away as he panted trying to catch is breath. He leaned in and kissed Seth gently on the nose before planting his feet on the ground. Seth swayed a little still reeling from the kiss and Roman caught him wrapping an arm around his waist. "Okay?" Seth just nodded as he opened the bathroom door the cool air rushing around him helping to bring the heat out of his cheeks. He made his way to the drink cooler to find something.
Both men paid for their items then made their way back to the car where Dean was fully awake and on his phone. Roman slid into the passenger seat before he threw a bag of chips in Dean's direction. Dean grabbed them and thank the taller man before opening them and popping one in his mouth. Seth made a disgusted face which caused Dean to laugh as he ate more chips chewing with his mouth open on purpose. Seth threatened to wreck the car on his side and this caused all three of them to laugh. The playful banter continuing until they finally pulled up in front of Roman's house. He bid them goodbye then grabbed his suitcase out of the trunk. Roman made his way up the steps wishing that Seth lived here with him instead of his fiance. He imagined what life would be like with Seth as he unlocked the door and stepped inside. He sat his suitcase down by the door and got down onto his knees as he called out. "Daddy's home." He waited for only a minute until his daughter came running down the stairs into his arms. "Daddy!" Roman kissed the top of her head before standing as he pulled her into a hug. It felt good to be home.