Chapter 6
Kane
Kane stayed where he was watching everyone leave. Seeing J.J. stand abruptly and walk away from Hunter.
You just remember what we talked about Hunter said calling after her.
Man does she look pissed. He thought, slipping out the door right behind her. He stood smiling as she stormed down the hall.
J.J.
Getting up quickly then she pushed Hunters arm off her shoulders. J.J. began moving away from him she heard him call out.
You just remember what we talked about
Yeah, I'll remember, but you won't control me. J.J. thought angrily.
Walking out the door she hardly noticed that Kane was still standing there. Then going to get her cameras she felt someone following her.
Oh, what the hell. She thought. Now you're going to follow me to try to keep me under control. I don't think so. I'm not going to give them the satisfaction of my attention.
She continued walking, grabbing up her camera bag from where shed left it, and then beginning to set herself up.
OK, spare film in the fanny pack. Two cameras fully loaded. Telephoto lens is all set in its protective case. Good, all ready to go. J.J. thought.
She began wandering the halls. Snapping the kind of pictures Vince was looking for. She began shooting the guys gearing up, working out, and even arguing backstage.
This is working pretty well. They're totally ignoring me. J.J. thought happily.
She only managed a couple rolls of decent shots before the talent meeting. Then grabbing something to eat while waiting, she reloaded her cameras.
Probably won't get much before the show. They'll be changing and working last minute details out.
Kane
Finding a quiet room to watch wasn't hard, but Kane chose to hit the catwalks instead. He was sitting above, as the audience was filing in. The dark matches were beginning and the crowd was cheering half-heartedly. She was there, moving around ringside snapping pictures. He flinched when Repo got tossed over the top rope and landed on her.
That looked like it hurt. She'll learn to move faster than that or end up getting hurt. He thought.
Seeing her get right back up wasn't surprising.
She even managed not to lose the glasses. He thought, smiling behind his mask
Watching her run from one position to another was funny. Twice more she got knocked over, but she always bounced right back up.
Good thing she's in shape or she'd be out cold by now. The way she's running around you'd think it was a PPV main event and not a dark match, Kane thought, impressed with her drive.
J.J.
Going down to the ring, her stomach was jumping. Squatting down at the bottom of the ramp snapping away as the wrestlers entered. It would be Repo and someone named Brooklyn Brawler. With the match beginning, she was running around working the angles.
"OOF…" what was that… oh got in the way of that one. She thought, getting up quickly and checking her camera.
J.J. was moving around the ring trying to capture their facial expressions and their fast paced match. While she was simultaneously trying to dodge the flying bodies.
Gotta be faster! She thought, after getting knocked down a second and then a third time. Going down the third time she saw him.
What is he doing up there? She wondered. She tilted the camera up quickly taking a few pictures of him sitting up on the catwalk. Then bringing the camera back down and going back to shooting the match. Occasionally changing her angle J.J. managed to get what she needed. Then pointing her camera upward and shooting another shot of Kane.
The televised matches beginning, J.J. was feeling better, more at home. Reloading her cameras and preparing to shoot she again looked up toward Kane.
Everything was going great. She was getting some great shots. She'd even managed to stay out of the way of flying wrestlers.
Working the fourth match she was really getting into it, taking chances to get the shots she wanted. It was a hardcore match between Al Snow and Mankind. She was taking a position behind mankind and focusing on Al.
Man, these guys are nuts. I can't believe he's going to hit Mankind with a trashcan. J.J. thought.
She snapped the shot just as Al was swinging the can.
Oh shit, she thought. Still watching over Mankind's shoulder as the can sailed toward him.
Kane
Sitting up on the catwalk, Kane was enjoying the show.
This is definitely better than sitting backstage, watching a monitor. Out here I can watch the crowd too. He thought, enjoying the change of viewpoint.
Watching her continuing to move constantly, he was impressed with her stamina.
The fourth match was beginning.
Oh man, this is a hardcore match. She's been doing good staying out of the way. I hope they warned her about these matches. Kane thought.
Watching her standing behind Mankind, he knew it wasn't going to be good. Seeing Al bringing the can up, Kane flinched. The can was flying through the air, Mankind ducked and Kane saw her going down.
Ow, direct hit. He thought. It really got her, she's not moving.
He was staring intently at her prone form. No one else seems to have noticed that that she was down. Just when he began to think she was really hurt, she began moving. Kane was expecting to see her go to the back. But seeing her instead get up and check her camera was surprising. Even more astonishing was her switching cameras and beginning to shoot again.
She's right back in the thick of things. He thought. You'd think at the very least she'd keep some distance, but she's right in there amazing.
J.J.
Ow, what hit me? She wondered opening her eyes.
J.J. groaned softly, rolling onto her side before getting to her feet. Then she stopped quickly checking on her camera. She realized that the lens was shattered. Switching cameras she began shooting again.
Well that camera is useless. She thought, but the sunglasses survived.
She went on continuing to shoot throughout the remainder of the matches. Missing a few shots because she was working only one camera upset her a little.
I gotta start keeping a spare down here. I hope that film survived. She reminded herself.
Heading back she ran into Al, literally.
"Oh man, I'm sorry. I didn't see you behind him. Are you OK?" Al asked, obviously concerned.
"I'm fine, really. It was my fault. I was in a bad position." She replied.
"'Head' tried to warn you, but I guess you didn't hear over the crowd." Al said, wearing a goofy grin.
Trying to hide her smile, she replied. "No I didn't hear it."
"We're glad you're ok." Al said, holding up 'head'. "What?" Al said talking to 'head' "Yeah, I know. We'll go right now."
"We have to go." He said, to J.J. turning to walk away.
She was still shaking her head at his antics while continuing down the hall.
Wow, that guy is out there. She thought.
Kane
Coming down from the catwalk and going backstage, he saw her talking to Al Snow. Overhearing the conversation, he was glad she was claiming to be ok. Then he followed her walking behind her down the hallway. Finally he saw her going into the training room.
She told Al she was OK, Why does she need the trainer? He wondered, not sure why it mattered.
Stopping down the hall Kane leaned on the wall. He was trying not to look like he was watching the room. The feeling of relief when she walked back out a few minutes later with only and ice pack was surprising.
Oh she is ok, that's good. He thought, moving down the hall.
Entering the locker room to change, he noticed the room go silent immediately.
Well it got quiet in here awfully fast. He thought, as he entered.
Eventually he stepped into the back to change. Well, this is a lot faster when I don't have to wait for the showers to clear out.
Leaving the arena he felt good.
J.J.
Watching Al walking away talking to 'head' was a trip. Turning and heading to the training room she was still smiling. Walking in she took a seat, waiting for the trainer to finish with Bossman.
"Hey, how are you doing? I saw that shot, it looked pretty bad." The trainer said, turning toward her.
J.J. nodded smiling. "Not so bad. I'm J.J. by the way." She said, reaching to shake his hand.
"Pete." He replied taking her hand. "What can I do for you?"
"I could use an ice pack and some Tylenol." She said, reaching up and rubbing her head.
"Sure, but I'd like to check you over, just in case." Pete said.
"Nah, I'm good. I've taken harder shots than that." She said laughing.
"Ok, if you're sure. But if you feel dizzy, nauseous, or anything you need to get checked out." He said sounding concerned.
"I will, you have my word." J.J. replied.
"Good." He said, handing her what she'd asked for.
"Thanks." She said, leaving the room.
Swallowing the pills dry and holding the ice pack to her head. She left the room and saw him standing across the hall.
What's he up to now? She wondered. Is he watching me? Nah, why would he be doing that?
She stopped to pick up the rest of her gear before heading back to the hotel.
Kane
Getting back Kane knew he'd have the gym to himself.
They usually don't work out after a show, so it'll be empty. He thought.
Heading upstairs to change, he saw DX walking into the bar. Reaching his room he changed into a pair of sweats before going down to the gym. Exiting the elevator he saw her coming in.
Man she looks tired, guess I will have the gym to myself. He thought, slightly disappointed.
Beginning with upper body he was happy with the progress he was making.
I'll see Pete at the next event. Let him know it's going good and get myself cleared for heavier training. Kane decided.
Moving to upper body, her entrance surprised him.
What? I didn't expect to see her down here today. He thought, watching her.
Looking at her closely, he saw the darkening bruise on her forehead.
Guess that caught her pretty good. Kane thought.
Admiring her as she stretched, he stopped working out and just stared.
J.J./ Kane
Glancing over her shoulder as she stretched she saw him.
There he goes again, glaring at me. What the hell have I done to him to deserve that kind so glare? J.J. wondered, getting angry.
Stepping onto the treadmill, and then looking back at him in the mirror.
He's still staring, what's wrong with him? Just ignore him and run. Tune him out. J.J. told herself sternly.
Beginning the run she could feel his eyes boring into her back, burning a hole between her shoulder blades. Reaching out she increased the treadmill speed she began picking up the pace.
I'll never get five miles at this pace but I'll get my run and get out of here. J.J. thought.
Gazing into the mirror as she ran, trying to keep from looking at him. Then she began noticing that he'd finally begun working again.
He may be moving again but he's still staring at me. Why am I letting him get to me? J.J. wondered.
Running harder still she began to get angry.
I can't believe I'm letting him play me this way. Why doesn't he just stop already? J.J. thought feeling her anger grow.
Pushing hard the sweat was streaming down her face. Catching sight of him again, she found him sitting on one of the machines and staring.
That's it! No more! I'm going to find out what the hell his problem is. J.J. decided.
Pulling off her headset then she stepped off the still moving treadmill. Turning around she walked right up in front of him.
"What the hell is your problem?" She asked, through clenched teeth.
Tipping his head back, Kane looked directly into her face.
What's her problem? Why is she so pissed? He wondered, cocking his head unconsciously.
"Why do you keep glaring at me like you'd gladly tear my head off? I know damn well I that haven't done anything to deserve your hatred. Matter of fact I've been nothing but nice!" She said, pausing, waiting for some reaction.
Glaring? I haven't been glaring, looking yes. I don't hate you. I definitely don't want to tear your head off. He thought confused.
"Answer me damn you! Say something!" She growled.
Trembling with suppressed rage, she resisted the urge to hit him.
I can't. He thought. Even if I had my damn box, I wouldn't know how to answer you. What could I say?
"AAAAGGGHHH!" She yelled, grinding her teeth. Turning on her heel and storming out of the gym.
What a powder keg that one is. I thought she was going to hit me for a second there. He thought, smiling behind his mask as she stormed off.
Getting up Kane went and turned off the treadmill before gathering her water bottle and Discman before returning to his workout. Finishing Kane bent picking up her gear and his.
Do I bring this to her now or wait till I see her again? He wondered.
Getting on the elevator he made his decision.
Better give it to her now; otherwise she may go looking for it. Or think I've stolen it. He thought, with a small laugh.
J.J.
Reaching her room and she barely stopped herself before slamming the door. She started pacing.
What is with that guy? Keeps glaring at me, but when I call him on it he looks at me like I'm nuts. Then he won't even tell me why he is so pissed at me. What an ASS. J.J. thought, her head beginning to pound worse.
Kicking the chair several times, she began feeling a little calmer. Flopping down on the bed it hit her.
Oh shit! She started laughing. I was so pissed I forgot he doesn't talk. Well his character doesn't; Does he? I can't believe I did that. I actually stood there yelling at a guy who is six ten and could easily break me in half.
She was laughing harder now, tears streaming down her face.
I demanded a mute speak to me. Man do I owe him an apology. Not for yelling at him, that he deserved, but for forgetting he couldn't talk, J.J. thought, finally calming somewhat.
Having just decided she'd talk to him tomorrow she rolled over flipping on the TV. Suddenly realizing she'd left her stuff downstairs.
Shit! Guess I'll talk to him now, since I have to go downstairs anyway. J.J. thought.
Opening the door she walked blindly into a wall of solid muscle.
What? She wondered tilting her head back to look at who she'd walked into. She ended up looking right into Kane's eyes.
Kane / J.J.
Getting to her door he raised his hand to knock. Suddenly the door was open and she was walking into him.
Looking down he thought, Put your hand down you idiot. My god she has beautiful eyes. I don't think I've ever seen that shade. Are they blue or green? His mind was instantly a jumble of thoughts.
Stepping back to put some distance between them, J.J. stood still mesmerized by his eyes, trapped by his gaze.
What's he doing here? She wondered, trying to get her voice to work.
"Um, did you want something?" She asked finally able to speak.
He stood staring a moment longer.
Did she say something? Ahh why am I here… Oh yeah her stuff. He remembered finally.
Finally tearing her gaze away, she saw he was holding her things.
"Ahh thanks. I was just going to get these." She said, reaching out to take them. "I …I owe you and apology. I was so mad I forgot that you don't talk. I'm sorry for demanding an answer." She added, looking at her feet.
Cocking his head he listened to her apology.
Sorry for demanding I speak, but not for yelling at me. That's interesting. He thought.
Smiling behind his mask then Reaching out Kane took her chin in his hand and lifting her face up, making her look at him then nodding.
Apology accepted, he thought.
Jumping slightly when he touched her, she allowed him to turn her head to face him.
Is that an acceptance? She wondered, seeing him nodding his head.
Releasing her chin then turning and going back to his room.
I'll never get him figured out. She thought, closing the door.
Kane
She's and odd one, He thought closing the door. Why did she jump like that when I touched her? What has she been told about me? He wondered.
After showering he climbed in bed, he was asleep quickly. Kane, lying on his back, there was a smile playing on his lips, his expression one of complete peace. Then rolling onto his side and curling up around the spare pillow. Still smiling he fell into a deeper sleep.
J.J.
Waking to her blaring alarm, J.J. rolled over slowly holding her head.
Oh man my head is killing me. She thought with a groan.
Laughing quietly to herself she said, "I've got to learn to avoid flying trash cans."
Sitting up gingerly, she got out of bed and began rummaging through her bag quickly. "Where the hell are those Tylenol?" She muttered to herself.
Finding the bottle at last she downed a couple of the bitter pills. Then got herself up and dressed before packing and heading downstairs. Getting the rental loaded she left looking for the local Ho Jos for breakfast.
Kane
Rolling over Kane sat up. Then smiling he shook his head.
Damn I don't think I have slept that peacefully ever. He thought.
Reaching over he turned off the alarm before it could ring. Then packing quickly and he carried his bags downstairs. Checking out he then asked directions to a good breakfast place. Climbing into his rental and pulling out. He found himself tapping his hand on the steering wheel along with the music.
He was smiling behind his mask while pulling into the lot of the Ho Jos
Man this place is packed. Should I try to find someplace else? No, I'm hungry and don't have time to go looking. Besides I'm in too good a mood to care. He decided.
Going to the door he felt them staring. Moving to the register he took the pen to sign onto the waiting list then moved back into the crowd trying to blend.
Ok, he thought. You've seen me now stop staring already.
J.J.
Pulling into the lot she saw the place was jumping.
Well she thought. Most of the other places are bound to be just as bad, and I'm hungry.
Going inside and adding her name to the list before moving aside to wait. The waitress finally seated her in a back booth. She began by ordering coffee even before sitting down. She picked up the menu. Sitting with her back to the room she was perusing the menu.
It all looks good. She thought, trying to decide what she wanted.
Man this place is buzzing; it's so loud in here. Well, actually it probably only seems loud because my head is still hurting. J.J. wondered.
Suddenly she became aware that the room had gone silent. Lowering her menu she began looking around for the source of the silence. Watching him sign in and then move aside.
Look at him trying to blend, as if someone his size ever could. J.J. thought with a small laugh.
Seeing everyone staring at him was beginning to piss her off. Reaching into her pocket she brought out her notebook and a pen.
Kane
Standing against the wall, he could still feel them staring and hear them whispering.
Guess they've never seen the show. He thought to himself.
Kane was trying to ignore them and was actually managing to tune out the whole room. Then he heard, "Sir, um Kane?"
Focusing on the waitress standing in front of him, he nodded.
"Um, this is for you." She said, handing him a folded piece of paper.
Opening it he read,
If you promise not to glare at me you can join me rather than wait.
Promise not to glare? That can only be one person. He thought, looking around trying to spot her. She was sitting in the back facing the wall.
Kane turned walking toward her table. Reaching it J.J. stood.
"Guess you decided not to wait." She said smiling.
Nodding, Kane took a seat on the back wall. Trying to hide behind the menu didn't work. He could still see them looking.
Sitting back down and looking at him, she could sense his discomfort.
What's making him so edgy? J.J. wondered, watching him for a moment.
Oh shit, it's the people staring at him. The same reason you usually sit with your back to the room. She thought.
Tapping his menu to get his attention she waited till he lowered it.
"Switch seats with me?" she asked.
Why does she want to switch? Oh hell, it's her table if she wants to switch I'll switch. Or is she switching because she can tell I'm not comfortable facing the room? He thought.
Taking her seat, he saw her notebook on the table. Picking up the pen he wrote
Thanks
Then he passed it to her.
"No problem." She replied. "Hey, while you're in a talking mood, what did I do to piss you off? I can't figure it out for the life of me."
Oh, back to this subject. He thought exasperated.
Not pissed confused he wrote.
"So your glare at people when you are confused?" J.J. asked incredulously.
Wasn't glaring watching
She could see his body language change.
He's getting upset. She thought.
"OK, let's start again." She said. "It has seemed to me that I'd made you angry. Have I?" She sat waiting for his response. The waitress taking their order interrupted their discussion. After giving their orders, J.J. sat back and continued waiting. He was writing slowly as if not sure how to express himself.
How do I say this? I wasn't glaring but she has done some things to make me angry. He thought, trying to find the right words.
Finally pushing the pad to her, picking it up she read
Haven't been glaring yes you have made me angry
What? How? She wondered.
"What have I done?" She asked, handing him back the pad.
How can she not know? He thought.
Writing slowly once again then handing it back.
Laughed at me, Helping DX
"Laughed at you? When? Me helping DX, no way, the only time I've even spoken to them was at the meeting. Then they were giving me shit for ruining their prank." J.J. said beginning to sound a bit peeved herself.
She's not with them? Can that be right? He wondered, taking back the pad he wrote,
You're not with them
"No way, from what I've seen they are a bunch of cocky jerks that get off on making other people look bad. So when have I laughed at you?" She asked.
Boston hotel lobby
"What?" She nearly shouted. "Do you mean while you were checking in?"
Nodding, Kane sat back to allow the waitress to put his food down.
Oh shit, I did laugh, but not at him. I was laughing about Anna. J.J. thought.
"I can't believe this. Kane I was laughing at a memory. I saw you getting led off the plane by Anna. I was remembering seeing that tiny little girl dragging you down the aisle. I was not laughing at you. I think maybe you are being a little sensitive." She said.
Looking up, Kane saw her smiling.
Is she telling the truth about all this, or is this still a plan to gain my trust? He wondered. In truth that must have been a funny sight.
They both fell to eating, without another word. Finishing their meals and paying they left the restaurant.
As they were exiting J.J. turned to Kane saying, "I'm really glad we've cleared up that little misunderstanding." Then she paused, getting only a nod from Kane before going their separate ways.
J.J.
Getting into her rental she checked over her map again. Setting the map on the passenger seat and starting off. Turning up the radio she started singing along.
I'm glad that is taken care of. I can't believe he'd think I would be involved with that bunch. That I would help them pull such a lousy prank on someone. She thought.
Kane
Climbing into his rental and pulling out, and then turning down the radio.
I need to think about this thing. Was she telling the truth today or should I believe what I saw. Was I glaring at her? Did she have a reason to be pissed? In her favor she has helped me twice. But that could be intentional, a way to get to me. Do I trust her even a little? Trust has never gotten me anything but betrayal. He thought, only getting more uncertain about her motives.
Continuing to drive, his mind running in the same endless loop, Trust or don't.
Arriving at the hotel, he went upstairs to prepare for that evening's autograph session. At least it's here and we don't have to travel to a different location in our ring outfits.
I hope Vince doesn't surround me with security again. That was ridiculous. Kane thought.
J.J.
Reaching the hotel, she'd decided to begin shooting her layout shots.
They'll be dressed in their ring gear anyway. Maybe I can borrow a little of their time and get started. She decided.
Checking in, she got Vince's room number. Then after dropping off her bags, she went to see him.
"Well J.J. I didn't expect to see you at my door." Vince said
"Do you have a few minutes for me?" She asked.
"Sure," he replied, motioning her into the room.
Taking a seat Vince asked, "What can I do for you?"
"Well, I thought since they have an autograph session and they'll already be dressed maybe I could do the first of the layout shoots." J.J. said.
"Who do you want?" Vince asked.
"Why don't you tell me who you can spare and at what times Vince. I'll tell you which of those I'd like to start with." She replied.
"Well tonight I can give you Snow, Valentine, Bulldog and Kane." He said, looking at his lineup. "The others have longer sessions."
"In that case I should be able to manage all four of them. I'll just need one of the conference rooms and some backdrops."
"We have plenty of backdrops with the equipment. We can send one of the crew to get them." He said.
"Nah, they have enough to do, I can pick them up." She said earnestly. "I should be able to get setup before the session begins."
"Good, I'll send them to you one at a time. Does order matter?"
"No, any order will do." She said standing up. "I'll have the results of tonight and the Norfolk event to you as soon as I can."
"No problem." He answered, walking her to the door.
Going downstairs she saw some of the guys checking in. Getting her rental she went to pick up the backdrops.
Well that didn't take long. She thought, beginning to unload the car.
Carrying the backdrops into the conference room she'd reserved. Then she began setting up the backdrops so they could be changed easily. Next setting up the curtains that would keep the light focused. Finally, she set about creating some changing areas in case she wanted to shoot them in different ring outfits. Only then did she turn heading upstairs to retrieve her cameras and her CD player.
What music should I bring down? I want something they won't hate and that will be relaxing for them and me. J.J. thought, mentally running through her list of CDs
Deciding to just bring down the whole case, she picked it up along with her camera bag, player and tripod. She was trying to juggle them all while walking down the hallway.
Kane/J.J.
Walking out of his room to go down to the session he saw her. She was trying to carry too much.
She was shifting the weight of the camera bag, trying to keep it from slipping, then suddenly feeling a hand on her shoulder.
What? NO! Her mind yelled.
That's a load and a half. He thought, catching up to her.
Reaching out he put his hand on her shoulder. She jumped at his touch.
She jumped spinning around almost dropping the camera bag.
Oh it's Kane. She thought, relieved.
Why does she do that? Why is she so jumpy? He wondered.
"Damn Kane, for a big guy you move awfully quiet." She said, trying to rearrange her gear. "Please don't do that."
Nodding, Kane reached out and motioned for her to give him some of the stuff. She shrugged handing him the radio and CD case. Then turning toward the elevator, He paused shifting the bag to his shoulder before following her.
Oh well, why not. I'm liable to drop it if I don't give him some. J.J. decided.
Handing him the CD case and radio she turned toward the elevator.
Exiting the elevator she saw them. DX was standing in the lobby.
What an ASS. She thought, seeing Hunter point at her then shaking his head no, as if warning her that she was doing something wrong. Oh well, guess I'll have to watch out for them now. She just smiled at him before turning toward the conference room.
Reaching the lobby, he followed her toward the conference room. Kane stopped putting down his burden before turning to leave.
Putting down her equipment she saw Kane turning to leave.
"Thanks Kane, I'll see you later." J.J. said.
Turning back towards her, Kane waited for her to explain. Looking at her with his head cocked to the right.
That is so cute. Good thing his body language is so clear. J.J. thought.
"I guess Vince hasn't talked to your yet. You're on my list of people to shoot today." She told him.
What? Vince is sending me to you for a photo-shoot? No way. It's one thing for the fans to snap a picture, but I can't stand there in front of a camera like that. What would I do? I have to convince Vince this is a bad idea. He thought stiffening and looking away.
He obviously hates that idea. He gets his picture taken all the time, why would this be any different? He's going to be tough I see. J.J. thought, watching his body language change in an instant.
"Relax Kane, It won't hurt I promise." She said smiling at him.
Deal with it later. Have to get out to my position now. He decided.
He just left, without ever looking back at her.
Yeah he is definitely going to be tough. J.J. thought.
J.J.
Turning away she plugged in the CD player and put some Bob Seger in. She stood singing along with the songs as she loaded her cameras and setup the tripod.
I wonder who Vince will send in first. Snow should be pretty easy, he seems really outgoing and that type usually does well. Bulldog looks pretty photogenic, so he should do ok. Valentine will be fine, I've already seen him mugging for the camera. What am I going to do about Kane? Just telling him he was going to be photographed was enough to make him really nervous. I wouldn't be surprised if he tried to get out of it. J.J. thought, not coming up with any answers.
Sitting down to await her first subject, she tried to decide which backdrop would be best for each one.
Guess I'll take a look at what they are wearing and decide then, she thought.
Getting up she went to stand in the doorway. She smiled watching the chaos in the lobby, and then she laughed.
These fans are rabid. The guys are setup in the main conference room, but the lines are extending all the way out here to the lobby. They'll never get done; guess now I know why there is a set time for each wrestler's session. J.J. thought, glad she didn't have to sign her name that many times.
Leaning in the doorway she watched the milling crowd for a bit. Then slipping over to the main conference room she peeked in. Looking around she spotted Valentine and Snow easily enough. Then she saw DX and the Ministry on opposite sides of the room. Kane was sitting away from everyone else, but at least this time security wasn't surrounding him. There was a couple close by, but not right at his sides.
Well I guess that's a little better for him. I still wonder why he's being guarded like that though, none of the others are. J.J. wondered.
Going back into her temporary studio she picked up her crossword book, trying in vain to work the puzzle.
Why do I bother with these things? She wondered. I can never finish them.
Kane
Entering the conference room and looking around he saw his poster above a table. It was well away from everyone else. Then he saw the security standing by behind the table.
Oh not this again. He thought.
Sighing with resignation, Kane headed for his table. Taking a seat, he noticed with pleasure that security kept their distance.
Well at least they're keeping away. He thought.
Signing the first autograph he tried to ignore the security presence and the not so subtle glares coming from both the DX and Ministry tables.
Concentrate on the fans. Though why they're waiting to see me with so many others here is a mystery. Kane thought, happy for the distraction.
Looking up at the fans waiting, he saw her standing in the doorway.
Why am I thinking about that, he wondered, when the image of her eyes entered his mind? Why is she on my mind so much?
Shaking his head slightly, he returned his attention to the fans. Looking up a few minutes later to see she was gone.
J.J.
Having given up on the crossword J.J. was just sitting listening to Metallica. Leaning back with her eyes closed she felt someone enter. Opening her eyes she saw Al. He was standing in the middle of the room. Both he and 'head' were head banging. Both of their heads were bouncing forward and backward, hair flying. Unable to help herself she started laughing.
Oh man this guy is just too much! J.J. thought, doubled over with laughter.
Nearly falling out of her chair, Hearing her laughter Al stopped, 'head' kept going for a moment longer.
"Guess you two like Metallica." J.J. said between giggles.
Smiling Al said, "Yeah, we love it."
Still laughing she asked, "Are you two ready to go?"
"Yeah," Al said, and then stood a moment listening to 'head'. "No, she said both of us, not just you."
"Yes 'head' both of you." J.J. said going along with Al's game.
He doesn't really think that thing is talking to him does he? It is just a game I hope. J.J. thought.
Standing up and walking around Al for a moment, she was trying to picture him in front of the various backgrounds.
White is out, it'll wash him out too much. Black is out too because of that gorgeous black hair. J.J. thought, looking him over.
Pulling out the mottled blue background she took a look at it.
This will do for a start. J.J. decided.
Setting it up, she asked Al to tell her about himself. Listening to him talk she realized that he truly believed 'head' was talking to him.
What a trip. She thought, but hey it seems to be a good relationship. She thought, trying not to smile.
Getting Al to chill was quite a task. Finally giving up, she gave him free reign and just started snapping pictures then changing backgrounds a couple of times. Then after finishing up with each person she walked them out.
"Great job you two. I got some really good shots." J.J. said, walking them out.
"She was talking to me." Al said to 'head'. "No, I'm sure."
Laughing, she watched him walking across the lobby.
That guy is truly nuts, but in a good way. J.J. thought, watching him as he continued to argue with 'head'.
She stopped, changing the CD to Meatloaf's Bat out of hell, before picking up her cameras and reloading them. Then sitting down and leaning her head back. Closing her eyes she waited for her next subject.
Opening her eyes a few minutes later when she heard.
"Ugh, what is this crap?"
Looking toward the back entrance, she saw Greg Valentine walking into the room. Standing up she smiled.
"You don't like it go in the case and pick out something else. There should be something in there you can stand." J.J. said.
Watching him pick through her collection she began trying to decide which backdrop to use. She turned setting up both the gray and red before turning back around and watching him again. Hearing Bob Seger begin playing surprised her. She'd been expecting to hear some kind of metal.
"Go ahead in front of the red. Just relax and start moving around. I'll shoot at what I like or have you adjust. Sound good?" J.J. asked.
"Yeah, that should work just fine." He said smiling. "I hope you have plenty of film, you're going to need it."
He began moving, striking poses, and smiling the whole time. He was right it didn't take long to get the shots she needed.
He's really comfortable in front of a camera. She thought happily.
Finishing her third roll of film she said, "That's going to do it Greg. I've got plenty."
"You can't be done already. I mean look at me. You could fill a book with my picture and still not have enough." He said, smiling broadly.
"Really Greg," She said. "Truth is I can't take anymore. You're just too much for me." Smiling as he began to laugh.
"I figured as much." He said, still laughing while walking toward the doors.
Setting up her cameras, she laughed to herself. What an ego. Wonder who told him he was God's gift to the world?
She stopped, changing the CD again before sitting down.
Two down and two to left she thought to herself that is if Vince can get Kane in here to see me. She thought with a smile.
Getting up she walked around a bit.
Wonder how long it will be before I get to see Kane in action live? She wondered. That'll be a treat.
She remembered watching him on tape and being impressed, live will be incredible. She thought, picturing him in his ring gear.
"Those fans are bloody great." She heard, snapping her out of her thoughts.
Opening her eyes she saw Davy Boy Smith AKA the British Bulldog. He was dressed in jeans and a tight white T-Shirt with the British flag on the front.
"Do you want me to change?" He asked.
"No, we'll start with what you're wearing." She replied.
Setting him up in front of the black backdrop, she began shooting. Several shots later while changing the background she had him change into his ring attire.
Snapping away she was pleased with the shots she was getting. When she was finished she thanked him before walking him out.
Not bad, she thought. He's as photogenic as I thought he'd be.
Walking back into the main conference room, she saw that Kane still had quite a line.
Good she thought that will give me some time to grab something to eat.
She went to the hotel restaurant. After getting a bite she brought it back to the temporary studio, and then changing the CD to Mark Wills she sat down as she loaded her cameras between bites.