It's already 3am in the morning, but Maryse was still wide awake. She still couldn't get over what had happened hours ago. She almost lost Ted. So she made sure that she kept an eye on him in case something unfortunate happens again. She didn't bother to inform anyone of what had happened earlier, just because she didn't want them to worry. She knew that it was somehow selfish but she didn't really want to worry anyone.

"Don't give up Ted. Please. I just can't lose you." She said softly as she held Ted's hand. Again, the tears from her eyes started to fall.

Just before the clock hit 5am, Maryse had finally fallen asleep. Her hand was still holding Ted's when she dozed off. An hour later, she felt a movement from Ted's hand that gripped hers seemingly wanting to wake her. She fluttered her eyes open to make sure that she wasn't just imagining things. And once she could see it for herself, his hand was indeed moving. She gently removed her hand from his and stood up to call the doctor.

She stepped aside once the doctor came in and just kept her eyes on Ted. For the first time since the accident, she didn't feel anxious. She didn't really know why but somehow, she felt relaxed about the current situation. She was brought out of her trance when she heard the doctor speak.

"Well, looks like we have a fighter on our hands." Dr. Johnston said confidently as he smiled at the diva. "I don't know what miracle was performed, it seems like he's starting to get better. The signs his showing are very promising. I can assure you that he should be a wake in no time." Maryse's eyes lit up upon hearing the doctors statement. Now she knew why she suddenly felt at ease. She smiled as she said thank you before the doctor left.

She had just finished taking a quick shower a few hours later, before she started to tidy up her things. She placed her bag in the sofa and placed her folded used clothes inside.

"Maryse?" She felt her heart beat faster when she heard a faint but distinct voice call out her name.

She looked over her shoulder and saw that Ted was already awake. She immediately dropped what she was doing and went over to him.

"Oh my gosh. Thank God you're awake. How are you feeling? Are you okay? Does anything hurt? Do you want me to call the doctor?" Ted can't help but smile at how Maryse was. He nodded his head at her questions.

"No, no. I'm good. I feel sore, but I can handle it." They locked eyes for a good number of seconds before he spoke again. "Take a sit for a minute." He said as he motioned towards the chair that was placed beside the bed. Maryse obliged, and gave him a small smile before she sat down.

"What happened to me? How long have I been here?" Ted was now asking the questions.

"You got in a terrible car accident. The injuries you've sustained from it aren't pretty. And as for how long you've been here, I'd say about 3 days." Maryse said as she tucked her hair behind her ears.

"How'd you find out about it?"

"Uhm, the doctor called. He said that I was the last person you called, or at least tried to." She said as she looked down.

"Yeah. I did." He said softly.

Silence filled the air momentarily, but it was broken when Maryse started to speak.

"Uhm, do you mind if I ask what happened before the accident?" She was a bit hesitant about asking that, but she knew that she had to.

"Well, Kristen and I got into a big fight. And-"

"Was it because she found out about us?" She cut him off as she stared back down. Ted paused for a moment before he answered.

"Yes. But that's not where it started." Maryse looked back up at him and looked him in the eyes, waiting for him to continue. "When I got home that day, I heard noises coming from our bedroom as I approached it. Then when I opened it, right then and there, I saw her fucking another guy. Of course I snapped and words were thrown out there. Then she told me she knew about us. I didn't really care to be honest. And did I mention that I also found out that the child she was carrying wasn't mine?" Maryse furrowed her brows in confusion. The look of shock in her face was pretty much out there.

Before either of them started to speak they both heard a knock on the door, which caused their attention to be turned to it. It swung open and a petite woman came in.

"Oh good, you're finally up Mr. DiBiase." It was the nurse. Maryse stood up and gave way so that the nurse could check-up on Ted. She continued to fix her things as the nurse did her job. She could feel Ted's eyes on her, but she didn't make it seem that she knew.

Minutes later, Maryse finished fixing her stuff just around the same time as the nurse left. She didn't want to bring up their topic prior but she did sit back down beside the bed.

"I'm really glad that you're here." Ted said as he took her hand in his, and she didn't protest.

"Me too." She confessed which made Ted smile.

"I already texted Randy and Cody that you're already awake. And I told them to text your parents too. They were here yesterday but they had to leave because of the errands they had to finish. But they promised to be back in 2 days."

"Thanks. What about you? How long have you been here?"

"I left my apartment as soon as I got the call."

"Why?" Maryse let out a soft sight before she responded.

"You know why."

"Actually I don't." Ted lied, but Maryse didn't buy it. She just shook her head and rolled her eyes.

"Why Maryse? Why would you drive all the way from Los Angeles to here just to see how I was?"

"You are so stubborn." She said as she took her hand from Ted's and crossed her arms over her chest as she sat back.

"I think you're the one who is. Come on Maryse, just answer me. Why?" She knew that he wouldn't stop until he got an answer from her. So she finally gave in.

"Okay fine, you wanna know why? I love you Ted. I wanted to make sure that you were okay. I wanted to make sure that you were alive." Ted was surprised to see the tears that started to fall from Maryse's eyes. Hell, she was surprised at how she was reacting herself. "Do you know how terrified I was when I almost lost you. Just the thought of it breaks my heart Ted. Because I can't lose you, I just can't."

"I'm sorry. I didn't mean to make you feel-"

"No, it's okay. I'm sorry for reacting this way." She cut him off as she sat properly and wiped the tears away from her pretty face. Ted reached for her hand again, and for the second time she didn't protest.

"I love you too Maryse." Maryse smiled as she looked at him. "I promise you, once all of this is over I'm going to fix everything."

Later that night, She and Ted just tried to relax. She sat beside the bed and just watched TV with him. They would look at each other from time to time, but didn't really say anything. Somehow, their glances were enough to indicate how glad they are with how things are going.

Minutes later, they heard a knock from the door, and when the it swung open, it revealed the Viper himself, Randy Orton.

"There he is." Randy said as he entered the room with a smile.

"Hey Randy." Ted said while Maryse just nodded to acknowledge him.

"I called up your parents, they said they'll be here as soon as they finish whatever it was they were saying. Probably tomorrow." Randy continued as he stood next to the bed. "Same goes for Codster."

"Thanks man."

Randy asked how he was and what happened before the accident. Ted manage to tell him everything that he told Maryse. Randy was shocked with what he had heard.

"That's some intense shit man. I can't believe that she could do that you."

"I know. But I guess I had that coming, didn't I? With me cheating on her and all."

"Uhm, I'm just gonna take a walk." Ted immediately realized what he had just said when Maryse spoke. Before he had the chance to reiterate, Maryse had disappeared behind the door.

"I didn't mean it that way." He said weakly as he looked at Randy.

"Don't worry, I bet she knows that. She probably just needs to clear her mind. She's been stressing over your well-being this past few days, you know?" Randy tried to re-assure him.

2 hours later, Maryse had returned but Randy was no longer there. She went to sit back down on the chair next to Ted's bed.

"Sorry, I took so long." She said as she looked at Ted.

"Look, about earlier, I hope you didn't take it the wrong way. I just-" Ted started but only for Maryse to cut him off.

"It's okay Ted. I understand." She said while giving the man in front of her a small smile.

"I want you to know that I don't regret being with you. And I never will. Everything may be fucked up right now, but it's all worth it. All that matters to me is you. Nothing and no one's ever gonna change that." Ted said before gently pulling Maryse close to him to give her a quick kiss on the forehead.

To hear those words coming from him made Maryse feel so good. Despite what has happened between them and despite all the things she said to him prior to the accident, all she wants is the total opposite. All she wants now is to be with him.

The next day went about normally. The doctor and nurse would come in and check on Ted from time to time, and see how he was doing. Fortunately, Ted seems to be healing faster than expected. He barely had tubes stuck on him, compared to what he had 2 days ago. It was definitely good news for him and Maryse.

They had discussed what Maryse's plans were when Monday comes. She still has to work, after all her contract doesn't expire until a few more weeks. 2 months to be exact.

"I'll drive back to LA on Saturday night and just fly to Raleigh on Sunday night. And if you're still here in the hospital by Tuesday, I'll fly back on Tuesday so I can stay with you. And if not, I may even spend the rest of the week at your house. Only if you're lucky." A grin crept on Ted's face upon hearing the French-Canadian's plan.

"What's so funny?" She questioned him as she let out a soft chuckle.

"Nothing. It's just that, I can't believe you'd actually do that for me." The platinum blonde rolled her eyes at him.

"Of course I would. I love you, remember?" Ted can't help but smile upon hearing those three words. He felt like he was a very blessed man, despite his current situation.

Everything was going well, but quickly became the total opposite when they heard a knock from the door.

"There's my boy." Mr. DiBiase said as he entered the door. Maryse greeted him with a smile and stepped aside so that he could see Ted properly.

"Hey dad. Where's mom?" He said after his dad hugged him.

"She'll be here in a minute."

The door swung open and revealed Mrs. DiBiase. Ted smiled upon seeing his mom, but it disappeared in an instant when he caught sight of the person who came in after.

It was Kristen.

A/N: Hey guys! If you're reading this, thank you for sticking around! All the reviews you left are much appreciated! :)

Sorry it took me so long to update. School threw loads of shit on me, so I wasn't able to finish this one immediately.

Anyway, so Kristen decided to show her face again. The nerve of this girl, right? Lol.

Keep your eyes peeled to know how this is going affect Ted and Maryse. Will they let her ruin what they have, yet again?

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Sorry for any mistakes, grammar and spelling wise.

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