Disclaimer: I do not own anything dealing with WWE or any song lyrics that is used as a muse. I also do not own the rights to any products or persons mentioned in the story as well.

Warning: There is harsh language and adult themes as well as Slash between some of the characters (mostly M/M).

Chapter Two

Wade slowly blinked, trying to wake up. He shifted a little and smirked when he heard his boyfriend whimpering. The Brit shifted closer so Mike could still feel him. The blond settled back down and yawned. He turned over and stared at Wade with half-closed eyes.

"Morning," Mike groggily greeted.

"Morning, love." Wade kissed his forehead. "What do you want to do today?"

"I don't know."

"How about this: breakfast..." kiss, "exploring the city," kiss, "shopping," kiss, "and dinner?"

"That sounds nice."

"Let's go and take a shower."

Mike nodded and followed Wade to the bathroom. He rubbed his eyes and waited while Wade started the shower.

"Come on, love," Wade said, pulling Mike towards him.

The blond did not resist. Both men stepped into the warm water. Wade hugged Mike and swayed a little. Mike chuckled and tilted his head back slight to look in Wade's eyes. The Brit stared at the black-eye and gingerly touched it.

Mike winced.

"Sorry," Wade breathed.

"It's okay."

The Brit nodded and kissed his boyfriend. They washed each other and did their morning routine of brushing teeth and shaving. They got dressed and went to breakfast at the nearest Denny's. They ate, talked, held hands underneath the table, posed for pictures, and gave autographs. They decided to go to the Mütter Museum and explore. Mike would cringe and cling to his boyfriend as they walked the halls.

"Why did we come here again?" Mike asked, staring at the display for the "Big Colon".

"You wanted to come here," Wade reminded his lover.

"You could have talked me out of it."

The Brit laughed and hugged his boyfriend close. They walked through the museum awhile longer before going shopping. Mike tried on outfit after outfit with Wade critiquing his attire. Mike made his selections and they went to make their purchases with Wade paying for everything.

"You didn't have to do that, babe," Mike said as they climbed into the rental.

"I wanted to." Wade patted Mike's thigh. "I love you and want to take care of you."

Mike smiled. "So dinner?"

Wade nodded. "Where do you want to go?"

"We can go to Morimoto."

"Is that what you want?"

Mike nodded.

Wade programmed the name into the GSP and they drove to the Japanese restaurant. They got a seat and looked over the menu.

"What would you like to drink?" their waitress asked.

"I would like the Morimoto Martini," Wade said.

"The Lotus Blossom for me," Mike added. "For starters, could we have the Steamed Scallops?"

She nodded and left.

Wade grabbed Mike's hand and gave a gentle squeeze, causing the blond to blush.

"I love it when you blush," Wade whispered.

"Wade..."

The Brit chuckled.

The waitress came back with their drink order and appetizer. Wade ordered the New York Striped Steak while Mike wanted the Seafood Toban Yaki. The men sat and enjoyed each other's company. After dinner, they went back to the hotel. Wade gathered Mike into his arms and both men slow danced.

"You know, we have no music," Mike replied.

"I don't care," Wade said. "As long as you're here, there's music in my heart."

"You just as cheesy as Cena."

Wade laughed and leaned forward for a kiss. His cell went off. "Damn."

"Hey, at least they're not interrupting something important."

"True." He looked at the number and rolled his eyes. "Yes, Heath?"

Mike took off his clothes and climbed into bed.

"Not tonight. I'm going to spend some time with my boyfriend," Wade replied. "Yes, he showed up last night. Okay. You and Justin have fun."

The blond smiled at him as Wade undressed. The Brit hovered above Mike and began to kiss him. The younger man wrapped his arms around the Brit's neck and pulled him down to feel his boyfriend's body flush against his own.

Wade pulled away and stared into ice blues. "I love you."

Mike was about to answer when his cellphone went off. "Really?"

The Brit chuckled and rolled off.

The blond answered his phone. "Hey, Alex. Okay...okay. Thanks."

"What is it, love?"

"He was calling to remind me of the house shows that we have to be at tomorrow through Sunday."

Wade nodded. "How is Alex doing?"

"Good. He has a mystery man and is not saying anything about him."

"Really?"

"Yup."

Wade stared at his boyfriend. "Cuddle with me."

Mike smiled and his phone went off again. "Hello?"

"Hello, pet."

Mike's smile faded.

"I miss you."

"How did you get this number?"

"I have my ways."

"What do you want?"

"You baby boy. You think he can make you happy? You think he can make you feel good?"

Mike looked to Wade, who stared back at him.

"Looked like you had fun today. I'm always watching."

Mike gripped his phone before he closed it.

"What's wrong?" Wade asked.

"You wanted to know why Batista hit me, right?"

"Yeah."

The blond sat down on the edge of the bed. "Me and Batista used to date."

"Okay."

"It was a great couple of months...before he started to abuse me. He degraded me and hit me and tried to force me into sexual acts that I really wasn't comfortable with."

"You mean, he raped you?"

Mike slowly nodded. "It wasn't until I landed in the hospital when Morrison found out the whole story. Man, did he go nuts."

"He is your best friend."

"He..is the only one that knows what went on between me and Batista."

Silence filled the room.

"Is the reason why Dave retired because of him putting you in the hospital?" Wade asked.

Mike shook his head as he hugged himself. "I don't know what he wants. I mean, I haven't had contact with him for two years. I mean, yeah, he was working here, but I avoided him like the plague. Morrison never left my side. He even got Punk to watch over me. Punk never asked but did so anyways."

Wade scooted closer to Mike and hugged him. "I'll protect you. I'll have the rest of Nexus watch over you if need be."

Mike shook his head.

"Baby, don't fight me on this. I love you. I don't want anything to happen to you. Okay?"

The blond nodded. "Okay."

"Wanna cuddle?"

Mike gave a weak smile and laid down beside his lover. Wade kissed his forehead, the tip of his nose, and his lips.

"I love you, my British brawler," Mike said.

Wade smiled and shook his head. He held onto Mike and felt him settle down and fall asleep. A whirl of thoughts and emotions ran through him. One thing was for sure was that he would not allow anything to happen to Mike as long as he lived.

"Did you call Barrett?" Justin asked Heath loudly over the music.

The redhead nodded.

"And?"

"He's not coming."

"What? Why not?"

"He and Mike made up."

The South African stared at his friend. "What?"

"Mike is with him right now probably fucking."

Justin pressed his lips together.

Heath looked to his best friend and tilted his head. "What's up?"

"Nothing."

The redhead stared at his friend for a moment until a smile crept onto his face. "I get it now."

"Get what?" Justin took a swig of his drink.

"You're in love with Wade."

"What? Don't be stupid."

"Whatever. It all makes sense. The cologne, the change of style, the way you gaze upon him...you like the dude."

"Shut up!"

Heath laughed. "So...how long?"

"I don't like him."

"Justin, just tell me. We're friends."

The South African sighed and finished off his beer before replying, "Since the first season of NXT."

"Wow. Wait. Really?"

Justin nodded.

"Wasn't he dating Mike during like the third week in?"

Justin glared at him. "Don't remind me."

Heath rolled his eyes. "Why do you like him?"

"Why don't you?"

"He's not my type...?"

"There's just something about him."

The redhead stared at his friend for the longest time before scanning the room. "Well, you lost your chance now get over it."

"You're such a great friend."

"I'm just telling ya how I see it. Him and Mike are in love. There's no denying that."

Justin shook his head and ordered another drink.

Dark eyes watched the two, taking in their movements and facial expressions. The man smiled and nodded.