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A/N: I really want to thank everyone who reviewed, alerted & favorited the story. It truly means a lot!
Also, after reading the first chapter again, I realized I typed a mistake. The name on Brittany's birth certificate should say Michael Hickenbottom, Shawn Michaels' real name. Thanks to Grits0205 for pointing that out to me! I also forgot to mention the story takes place in summer 2008.
Hope you guys enjoy the new update!
Brittany's grandmother's eyes widened as she read over the birth certificate. "I can't believe she actually put his name on your birth certificate," she finally said.
"Does he even know about me?"
Slowly, her grandmother nodded her head. As Brittany slumped down into a kitchen chair, she could feel tears spring to her eyes. "He knew that she was pregnant, and yet I don't know him? What a winner!"
Her grandma, Jean, also followed suit and sat down next to her granddaughter. "He knew your mother was pregnant, but I don't think he actually knows you exist."
"Huh?" Brittany asked.
"Ok, here is the story," Jean began. "As you know, your mother was only 18 when you were born, and Michael was 19. Michael and Kate had a fling that whole summer, and then he left to start training to be a wrestler. Within a matter of weeks, she told him that they were expecting a baby, and he came home instantly. As Kate progressed in her pregnancy, she realized how un-happy Michael was with some factory job, and faked a miscarriage."
"She faked a miscarriage?" Brittany exclaimed. "You let her get away with that?"
"Well, I didn't know the whole truth either. Kate told me that she and Michael had a big fight, and broke up. He left again to start training, and I helped your mom through everything, and of course had you guys live with me. It wasn't until after you were born that she told me the whole truth. She actually never heard from Michael again."
Brittany was dumb founded. "Wow. She basically faked a miscarriage so he could go back to what he loved. Couldn't he just train and help her at the same time?"
Jean shrugged her shoulders. "I'm not sure sweetie. Maybe in Kate's mind it all made sense. She was able to graduate high school and worked to help take care of you. I know you probably don't remember, but Kate was a great mom to you."
"So…she didn't regret having me at such a young age?"
"I'm not going to lie, I'm sure it was hard," Jean said, "Especially since Michael wasn't around. But she loved you like crazy."
Brittany smirked. "So, what ever happened to Michael? I know that you said he started training to be a wrestler. Did he ever make it?"
Jean smiled as she nodded. "Yeah, he actually did. He currently works for the WWE under the name Shawn Michaels, and has had tremendous success."
"Do think I should try to find him? I mean, now that I know his name and stuff…"
After a moment of silence, Jean ultimately nodded. "Yeah, Brit I think you should. That way, you and maybe he both can have peace and you can get to know his side of the family."
"What if he doesn't want anything to do with me?"
Jean shrugged. "Well, then you would finally know. But, the Michael I remember isn't that type of guy. I know he could have changed, but I really think he'll want a relationship with you," she smiled.
Brittany returned her grandmother's smile. "Alright thanks Grams. I just wish I knew where to start. I mean, how do you find someone you've never met?"
"Well, I actually know his mother, and can get his phone number from her. I can arrange everything."
"Are you sure Grams?"
Jean nodded as she patted her granddaughter's hand. "Yes, I'm sure. I will take care of everything. Now, I'm curious, did anything exciting happen last night when you were out with your friends?"
Brittany smirked as the memory of Matt came back into her mind. "Well, I did meet this one guy-"
"Oh how exciting," Jean interrupted. "Who is he? What's his name?"
"His name is Matt, but nothing is going to happen Grams. Some drunk was annoying me last night and he came to my rescue. He did ask me out, but I just couldn't."
"Why not?" Jean asked. "From the way you talk, he sounds like a nice guy."
"He was," Brittany nodded. "But, I'm just not ready to start dating again. Anytime I think I am ready…the things Justin did to me re-play in my mind. It's like I'm scared of men."
"Well, Brittany, Justin did do some horrible things, and no one expects you to completely get over it. But, you do also have to remember that not all guys are like Justin. Some guys actually treat women with care and respect."
"I know," Brittany whispered. "One of these days I will feel better. I'm sure of it. The wound is still too fresh though."
Jean nodded. "And that is completely understandable."
Brittany then stood up and hugged her grandma. "Thanks for everything Grams. I'm going to go put my birth certificate away and go google Shawn Michaels," she giggled. "Just to read up about him."
"Alright," she replied as she watched Brittany walk away. She then walked into the dining room, grabbed her address book and found the particular name she was looking for. As she listened to the phone ringing, Jean never would have guessed she would ever be making this phone call.
"Hi Elaine, it's Jean…how are you?" she asked her friend.
The next afternoon, Jean was able to sneak out of the house while her husband David and Brittany ran errands around town. As she drove to a little diner in Houston, a nervous feeling grew in the pit of her stomach. How exactly would she tell someone that they had a 24 year old daughter?
Within minutes of parking her car, Jean walked into the diner and found an empty table. She only had to wait for a few moments and then watched as Shawn walked in. As Jean stood up, she instantly recognized him with the dark blonde hair and cowboy hat.
"Jean, how are you?" Shawn asked in his deep voice as he hugged his mother's friend.
"I'm good Michael, thank you."
"Please call me Shawn," he said as they both sat down. "Now I must admit, I was a little surprised when I got your phone call."
Jean nodded. "I can't blame you, and thank you again for meeting me at such short notice. There is just something that you deserve to know."
"Ok, shoot."
She took a deep breath. "You remember Kate, right?"
Shawn smirked at the mention of his former girlfriend's name. He honestly thought she was going to be the one he would marry and live forever with. She was truly his first love. "Of course I remember Kate. I still can't believe she's gone."
Jean nodded. "Well…Kate left a secret after she passed away, and it's a secret you deserve to know."
Shawn raised an eyebrow. "What kind of secret is it?"
"When she told you that she had a miscarriage, it was a lie. Kate never miscarried, and actually carried the baby to full term."
"What exactly are you trying to say?"
"Shawn…you and Kate have a daughter," Jean said as she handed a recent picture to him. "Kate named her Brittany Marie, and she was actually born on Mother's Day, 1984. And…Shawn, Brittany wants to meet you."
