A/N: I hope you guys like my new story. Let me know if I should keep going or trash it.

"Stupid brace...stupid broken collarbone," Randy Orton mumbled as he adjusted the brace that held his arm to his broken collarbone. He then simply shook his head in disgust.

It was only a matter of weeks ago that he was the WWE champion. He was on top of his game. Unfortuantely, a stupid mistake at the pay-per-view One Night Stand cost him his precious title...and recovery time for his collarbone.

"Are you talking to yourself?"

Randy was startled, not expecting anyone behind him. When he turned around, he saw his sister, Becky giggling. "What's so funny?"

"I don't think I have ever heard you talk to yourself. Do you need help adjusting your brace or anything?" she asked.

Randy simply shook his head. "Nope I'm fine."

"Ok," Becky muttered as she got the hint and left the doorway. Randy was personally glad. He didn't need anyone's help to take care of himself. He was a legend killer. Hell, he took on guys like Mick Foley, Hulk Hogan and Triple H in the ring...he didn't need any help to do a simple task like getting dressed or getting his shoes on.

"This is fucking retarded," he spat.

"Hey, watch your language!"

Randy turned around again, and knew he had to lose the attitude once his mother was in view. Even at age 28, he knew better than to disrespect his mother. "Sorry," he said. "What's up?"

"Do you remember my friends, John and Marlene Marx?"

He had to think for a minute, but ultimately nodded. "Yeah, they moved to Illinois, right?"

"Yes. Well, they are in town visiting, and I thought of having a barbecue to catch up. In fact, they will be here in a few hours. Your dad is downstairs as we speak getting the meat ready. You could go help him."

"Mom...I'm not really in the mood for a get together. I'll come and say hi when they get here, but I'm not really hungry. In fact, I'm still trying to figure out why I need to stay here. You know I can stay at my own house."

"Yes that may be true," his mom, Elaine said. "But, isn't it easier to have help when your trying to get dressed or do simple tasks like putting toothpaste on a tooth brush?"

Randy had to admit she was right. He hated it when she was right. "Yeah I guess."

"Good. Now, go downstairs and help your dad!" Elaine demanded.

"Alright give me a minute. By the way...are Josh and Hayley coming?"

"Yes, they are coming as well," Elaine said as she walked out of the doorway, heading downstairs. "Don't be long," she called.

A small smirk grew across his face when his mom said Hayley's name. "Hayley Marx...God I wonder what she's up to," Randy said out loud.

As he went downstairs, memories started flooding back to his mind. Josh and Randy were the same age, and good friends until the day the family moved-unfortuantely losing touch along the way. Then, there was Hayley...the girl he foolishly let go. Hayley was only 2 years younger than him, and dated his senior year in high school. They slept together for the first time the night of his high school graduation, and right before he left for the Marines, broke up with her for no reason. They did see each other again about 5 years ago, but the meeting ultimately turned into a one night stand.

"Wow," Randy sighed, oblivous that his parents and siblings were in the same room as him.

"Is he still talking to himself?" Becky asked.

"I guess so," Elaine said as Nathan chuckled. "Something must really be on his mind."

Meanwhile, as she stared out the window, Hayley couldn't help but feel a little nervous at the idea of seeing Randy again. Sure, it was 10 years ago that he had dumped her, still not knowing why. But, yet it did break her heart, especially after that night 5 years ago.

"Mom, I still see no reason why I needed to come to this little get together."

Marlene glanced over her shoulder and glanced at Hayley. "Oh come on, I haven't seen Elaine in forever. You've always liked her, and plus it will give you a chance to catch up with Randy, Becky and Nathan."

Hayley smirked as she glanced at the sleeping figure next to her. "Yeah, yeah."

Within the hour, the Marx family arrived in St. Louis, and Elaine and Marlene squeezed each other tightly.

"It's been way too long," Elaine exclaimed.

"I agree," Marlene said. "We need to do this more often!"

Randy was pattying up the hamburgers as best as possible when a figure came up behind him. "Randy, what's up man?"

He turned around and smirked when he realized it was Josh. "Josh! Long time no see, buddy," he said as the guys quickly hugged.

"And what the hell did you do to yourself?" John asked as he walked up to the small group.

"Mr. Marx, it's good to see you!"

"Now, Randy I told you a long time ago to call me John. So, did you get hurt in the ring or something?"

Randy nodded. "Yeah, we had a pay per view a couple of weeks ago, and I broke my collarbone."

"Ouch," Josh said. "How long are you out?"

"I'm not exactly sure yet-haven't had the follow up appointment. But, initally the doctor said up to six months."

As the guys continued talking outside, Randy noticed a short brunette woman walk into the kitchen, giving his mother a hug. He knew those chocolate brown eyes, and remembered her smile. It was Hayley, looking more beautiful than ever.

"Hello earth to Randy," Josh said.

"What?" he asked, fully realizing he had just stared off into space. "I'm sorry, what were we talking about?"

Meanwhile, as the girls continued talking, Hayley glanced outside and noticed the man her brother and dad was talking to. He still had his kind eyes and deep laugh. When she noticed the brace on his arm and wrapped around his shoulder, Hayley kind of felt sorry for him. She was hypnotized all over again, and had to think of some excuse to go outside.

"Well, I'm going to bring the patties outside," Marlene said. Hayley knew it was her chance.

"No, mom I'll do it," Hayley said quickly. "You and Elaine can catch up. I'm more than happy to do it."

Before her mom could argue, Hayley took the plate and walked toward the patio door. When Randy heard the door open, and saw Hayley walking toward the group, his breath was literally taken away.

"Here are some more hamburger patties for the grill," she said with a smile on her face.

"Thanks Hayley," Randy said with a smile. "It's good to see you again."

"You too," she agreed, kissing him on the cheek.

Hayley stayed outside and talked with the group for awhile, and when Josh and his dad went inside, both Randy and Hayley were equally thankful.

"So, Hayley, what are you up to these days?" Randy asked.

She took a deep breath. Should she tell him her secret? He was bound to find out soon anyway, but didn't want to say anything just yet. "I am actually working at a hospital in Chicago. I am an emergency room nurse."

"That's awesome. I remember you wanted to be a nurse in high school. It looks like you acheieved your dreams."

Hayley smirked. "It looks like you did too. Your the WWE champion, right?"

"I was," Randy sighed. "We had a show a couple of weeks ago, and broke my collarbone...and lost the championship all in the same night."

"Wow, that sucks."

Randy shrugged. "Oh well, the WWE isn't all roses. It isn't my first injury and definitely not my last. I'll be as good as new in no time. So...how long are you guys going to be in town?"

"I think like a week or two."

"Can...I ask you to dinner tomorrow night? So we can catch up."

Hayley was hesitant. "Randy, thank you, but I don't know..."

Just then, a little girl bounced onto the deck with Marlene. She had Hayley's dark hair, and didn't look any older than maybe 3 or 4. "Mommy, mommy!" the little girl squealed.

Randy was certainly surprised when Hayley turned around and picked up the toddler. One of the first things he looked for when she came outside was a wedding ring, and when she didn't have one on, he automatically assumed she was single. When she turned around to face him, he smiled politely. He didn't want to scare her off.

"Randy, I want to introduce you to someone. This is Kendall...my daughter."