I had done it! I accomplished a life long dream! I had fought, worked, and saved to get the money to go to FCW. I fought all the stereotypes that bigger women cant wrestle...I showed so many people that I could do what I said I was going to do. Now I have made it to the circus that is the WWE.
My name is Shayla and yes I don't fit your typical model diva. I'm 5 foot 8 and I am a bigger woman. Ever since hearing Kharmas story I was inspired to follow my own dreams. I now I'm sitting in front of one of the most influential men in the sport, Triple H. I was now a NXT rookie...I wonder who my pro will be... "Shayla...Shayla...ROOKIE!" That had startled me to pay attention. "Sorry sir. I got lost in a daydream." He chuckled. "Not a problem. Are you ready to meet your pros?" "Pros? As in more than one..."I heard a knock on the door as Hunter told them to come in...
I couldn't believe my eyes! John Cena and Randy Orton were standing there... What Hunter knew that the others didn't is that I was the forgotten daughter of Ted Dibiase Sr...But I fought with both Vince and Hunter. I wanted to earn my way into the WWE not just be given the spot...Ted had not spoken to me at all and I wanted to show him that I didn't need his name to make it through this. I wanted to earn my spot and these two men would push me to achieve my goals.
"So H, whats up?" John asked. Randy pointed at me and asked. "Whos this?" Hunter stood up. "John Randy this is your new rookie, Shayla. Shayla this is John Cena and Randy Orton." I timidly shook their hands and wouldn't look them in the eye. You see I had been abused before I went to FCW that just continued. I learned quickly not to look the attacker in the eyes... The both of the looked at Hunter questioningly and he mouthed to earn my trust and get me to open up..They nodded and smiled. Randy decided to break the ice. "So Rookie, lets go train and see how you are in the ring. Certainly not better than I am but I can get you there." I chuckled and shoved Randy slightly. John laughed. "You have to excuse Randy there sometimes hes a little full of himself..." Randy pouted. "Am not!" I rolled my eyes and laugh. "I think I'm with John on this one Randy...oh by the way my friends call me a mini version of John so you have your work cut out for you." I laugh and head out the door. "Ooooh burn Randy!""Shut up John..." I laugh and yell "race u to the gym!" and took off! I saw them running to catch up but I kept running. I hit the doors on the gym and laugh as John and Randy come in panting. I laughed and smiled. "Beat the two OLD men. John and Randy say in chorus: "We are not old! Rookie you will pay for that comment!" They decide to get me to laugh by tickling me. I automatically freeze up and curl in a ball..."don't hurt me...I'm sorry..." They look at each other and they knew. I just told them my biggest secret.
"Hey Shayla, we weren't going to hurt you. We were going to tickle you." John said but I didn't hear a thing because I was having a panic attack..."Shit Randy go get Hunter!" Randy ran as fast as he could to Hunters office and threw open the door. "Hunter we need you. Somethings the matter with Shayla...Shes having a panic attack." Hunter sighed knowing that he would have to tell them the story. He stood up and ran to the gym with Randy. He saw John sitting there and trying to calm me. Hunter leaned down and rubbed my back softly."Shayla your fine your not with them. Your safe...Randy, John and I will protect you." He picked me up and rocked me while I cried the hurt out. I eventually calmed down and John and Randy came to me and at on the floor. "Hey. I know its not our business but what happened back there." John asked. I looked to Hunter and he picked me up. "We need to do this in private. Shay, you need to tell them I will be there to help you." He headed out the door with John and Randy following. We headed into Hunters office and he put me down and I sat on his desk. John and Randy closed the door and sat in the chairs in front of me. "Okay boys, please listen to what she says before responding okay this is rough for her...go ahead Shay." He puts a comforting hand on my shoulder and smiles.
I tell them about the abuse I had been subjected to..I was beaten and raped, and by the time I got to the end of the story I was crying. "I'm sorry that we ganged up on you. I couldn't imagine the pain you have went through." John wipes his eyes and when I looked up I seen the look of murder on Randy's face..."Who did this to you?" I looked away and Hunter looked at Randy. "Calm down Randal." I could see he had tears of anger. "I looked up...my brother's friends did it..." Randy stood up and began to pace. "Names Rookie!" I looked at Hunter with fear in my eyes. I knew that if Randy found out the names he would go make sure they didn't do that again... I whisper."Cody Rhodes, Wade Barrett, Christian, and the Miz"
Randy stopped and looked at me. "I knew you looked familiar... does Ted know he has a sister?" I shake my head no. "Ted Sr. made it a point not to let anyone know about me." Randy smirked, "Well I think it's high time someone stopped listening to that foolish old man and Ted Jr. knew he had a sister. Before I could object Randy stormed out of the room and down the hallway to find Ted.
I started to cry and John wrapped his arms around me. I allowed myself to relax in his arms. I felt like I could trust him and I felt protected. After about fifteen minutes Randy came back with Ted in tow. "What the hell Randy? What is so important that I need to see." Ted turned around and I lifted my head up. "Ted this is your sister Shayla. Your father was trying to keep her hidden. " Ted looked up at me and did a double take. "I have a sister...wow...why would he hide this from me..." I sighed. "I was the result of an affair of your fathers." Ted looked up at me and hugged me. I have always wanted a sister! Wow...so are you a diva?" I smiled. "Well kinda I'm an NXT rookie and these two are my pros." Ted smiled. "Good choice. We should go to lunch and get to know one another."
