Learn To Fly

by hardyzfic

Matt Hardy and a few of his friends are relaxing in a Cameron bar one night when he sees a waitress having some problems. Being the gentleman that he is, he goes over and helps her out, setting off a chain of events that shows him what a life with love is

1. Default Chapter

.::Learn To Fly::.

Chapter 1

Tabitha Jones rolled her eyes as she heard the catcalls from the men that packed the popular local bar. She surveyed the room with her sparkling blue eyes and noticed most of the college crew already there for the night, something that she could already tell would be a problem before the end of her shift. Hearing Tony, the bartender extend a greeting to a crowd of people walking in, her head snapped up as she noticed they sat in her section.

Tabs, babe, treat that group of men over there right. They are all something special. Tony said as he weighed her tray down with various cold drinks for the men he was pointing at.

Who are they exactly? She asked as she felt her wrist almost give under the weight.

That my dear, is the future of WWF wrestling. He said proudly as she rolled her eyes at his antics.

Yeah and I am going to be the Queen of England one day. She said giving him a look of disbelief.

So tell me who they are so that I can go over there and act like I really know them and make them feel all special.

Tony looked at her amused as he went to point each one out in the circle.

Matt Hardy, Jeff Hardy, Adam Copeland aka Edge, and Jason Reso aka Christian.

Cool, thank you Tony. I owe you one. She said as she plastered on a bright smile and made her way over to the table of young men.

As she approached the table, she could see the one named Matt look her way and give her a grin. Noticing that he had pretty eyes, she gave him a grin back.

Hi guys, my name's Tabitha and I will be your waitress tonight. What can I get for ya? She asked smiling at each of them.

How about you just get us the 100 hot wings and after we finish those off we'll see if we can hold anything else. Jeff said, in his southern drawl.

She smiled as she placed the drinks down on napkins in front of everyone.

Is that all you want Jeff? She asked as the other guys laughed.

No, actually. How did you know my name?

Tony, at the bar told me. I really have no clue who any of you guys are, I just assumed you were somebody because Tony knows you and Tony knows everybody. He came off with this thing about you guys being the future of the WWF. She said shrugging her shoulders.

Tell Tony we said thanks and to give us some better drinks next time. This flat Coke has got to go. Matt said in a soft voice as he wrinkled his noise after taking a sip.

She laughed at the look on his face and let them know where she would be if they needed anything else.

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Back at the bar Tabitha took a well-deserved seat on one of the barstools behind the counter and rubbed her tired back muscles. She loved her job and it was putting her through school with plenty left over for other things, but sometimes she just got very tired of it and the aches and pains that went with the territory.

Rolling her neck around to get some of the kinks out, her eyes wandered over to the table of wrestler's who were patiently waiting for their hot wings and enjoying a good laugh as they discussed something that must have amused them.

Her eyes subconsciously circled the table before landing on the dark-haired one. He seemed to command a silent respect from everyone else at the table and they seemed to give it without questioning why. She thought back to the limited conversation she had with them and it struck her how surprised she was to hear the soft voice that had come out of his mouth. A man his size and stature, should have a voice that could command a room full of people, she reasoned. Yet, his had been soft and it had a definite southern drawl that was very distinguishable as being from around the area.

As she continued staring and contemplating whether to go see if they needed anything else, his head lifted from it's previous position of looking at what she would assume was his brother, to looking straight in her eyes. Blushing, she got up from the barstool and walked into the kitchen.

Are the wings for table 13 done yet? She asked as she tried to re-gain her composure.

Right here Tabs, you came back just in time.

She said as she balanced the tray on the palm of her hand and walked out of the swinging doors into the party section of the bar.

Smiling at a few people she knew along the way, she made her way over to the table full of men and sat down the steaming plate of hot wings. She laughed as she looked around and saw each of them rub their hands together and look longingly at the pieces of meat on the table.

Just let me know if there's anything else I can get you.

Will do Tabitha. See ya later. Jeff said already chowing down.

Tabitha rolled her eyes and shook her head at the childishness that she was witnessing in the grown men and thought about how cool it was that they could still do that even though they all looked to be at least 22 yrs. old.

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Glancing at her watch, a little while later, Tabitha smiled as she realized her shift was almost over. It had been a rough night, although she had had fun with the wrestler's, joking back and forth. As she was going to check on them one more time, she was motioned over to another table. Tabitha groaned inwardly as she realized it was the college jerks that she waited on every Friday and Saturday night. Sucking up, she went over to the table with a smile on her face.

What can I do for you guys tonight? She asked trying to seem oblivious to their eyes moving up and down her body.

I'll tell you what you can do for me if you come a little closer. One of the guys at the table said as he smiled a slimy smile.

No, that's ok. I think I'll stay over here for a little while longer. Just tell me what you want and I'll go put the order in. She said nervously.

What if I want you my dear? The one who had been eyeing her said in a cocky voice.

What if I said shove it where the sun don't shine? She said smartly, getting sick of his attitude.

Ooohh we have a feisty one here fellas. His friend said as he stood up to come closer to Tabitha.

Look, if you touch me you'll get thrown out so let's just save us both the hassle and stay the hell away from me. She said through clenched teeth.

The man ignored her and continued walking towards her as she kept backing away. Suddenly she smacked into what she thought was a wall, but the wall was very warm, clothed, and breathing.

I believe the lady said to leave her alone.

Tabitha turned around as she heard the soft voice behind her. Her gaze traveled up past the shirt covered chest that she was eye-level to the dark hair that she remembered belonged to Matt Hardy. The only difference was now his eyes weren't kind, they held a fire and an anger. Seeing this, the man giving her the trouble backed away.

Hey man I was just joking around. Nothing to worry about. He said putting his hands up as to ward Matt off.

When a lady tells you to leave her alone, you leave her alone. Understand? He asked as the man all but ran to the other side of the bar.

Tabitha stood in shock and turned around to thank the person who had successfully gotten rid of one of the worst parts about her job.

Thank you very much. You didn't have to do that, but I am very glad you did. Tabitha said smiling up at Matt.

You're very welcome. I don't like to see a lady in distress and being a wrestler definitely scares people off. I use it to my advantage whenever possible. He said smiling a bit.

Well I've gotta get back to work. I'll be around to check on you guys in a bit. She said smiling before heading over to another table.

Matt's eyes followed her every move and he smiled at this interesting turn of events.