Monday Night Raw!
It was 5:30p.m and I was in my office, looking through some of the creative team's ideas and scripts. It was my second week as general manager and I wanted to get more familiar with the superstars and their roles. Being the general manager is a huge responsibility. I'm sure Baron knew that when he suggested Stephanie the job position for me. Speaking of Baron, I hadn't received a text message yet from him since yesterday. It was already getting later and soon; the show would be starting. I decided to shoot him a text to see.
I wrote "Hey Baron, just wanted to know when you'll be arriving to the arena because I'm in my office and I know you wanted to see me. Give me a buzz back ASAP. – Manda"
I went back to looking at some of the talent's scripts. Man, some of these guys and girls have tough roles to play. When I worked the Indy's, I played an interesting role. One of them was being an exotic dancer (boy was that the worst) and another was kind of like Sasha's with the bling and being a Bo$$. That role I enjoyed the most. But enough about my past, this is the present and tonight, I feel I should make an interesting women's match.
Check this out, Bayley vs Emma vs Paige in a triple threat match tonight and whoever wins, goes on to face the WWE women's champion Sasha Banks at the Hell in a Cell PPV. I think that sounds pretty damn good.
I finish up making a few other matches for tonight. I heard a knock to my door.
"Come in" I said
It was Paige. She smiled and extended her hand and I shook it.
"Paige, how are you this evening? Anything I can help you with?" I asked her
"I'm well Manda, I just wanted to see what's up tonight. Do I have a match?"
I nodded "Yes, tonight you'll be in a triple threat match against Bayley and Emma, the winner will go on to face Sasha Banks for the women's title at Hell in a Cell"
A huge smile formed on Paige's face "That's such great news. Thank you so much Manda" She said, hugging me tightly.
I giggled "No problem Paige, go get ready. Your match will be at the 9p.m hour"
She hugged me again and left. This job isn't half bad being the general manager lol. I checked my phone and saw that I had a text message. It was from Baron.
It read "Hey hun, sorry I was a little busy this morning but I'm over in catering if you want to come meet me. – Baron"
I replied "Okay I'll be heading there now"
I left my office and walked over to catering. I saw Baron sitting alone. (Not a surprise) and walked up to him.
He looked at me and smiled "Hey pretty lady" he got up and gave me a hug
"Hey, so what's up?" I asked him getting right to the point.
He took a sip of water "I wanted to see what you're doing after the show tonight"
*Figures*
"Oh, and if I have a match tonight in which I hope I do" he said cutting his chicken breasts and eating a piece.
I bit my lip "Uh well, I'm probably gonna head back to the hotel and get some sleep because tomorrow morning gotta' head to Los Angeles for next week's Raw."
He took another bite of his food.
"And yes, you're on the card tonight. You'll be facing Big Cass at the 9:30pm hour"
Baron took another sip of water and smirked "Okay, well 1, if you want to travel with me you can and 2, that man is no match to me"
I giggled a little mostly due to his second comment.
"Uh, well Baron I actually need to talk to you about something but I don't know if I should tell you now or later"
Baron turned to face me "My dear, I'm all ears now. Go ahead and talk"
I took a deep breath and just told him "I don't want to be anything more than friends with you"
He tilted his head in confusion
"I just feel that we would be-"
He put his finger to my lips.
"Shh, wait. If this has to do with Ambrose, then there will be a major problem"
…" What kind of problem?"
He balled his fists "He's not going to ruin this. He won't" he whispered under his breath.
I couldn't really make out what he said since it was so low.
"What?"
He lifted his head and stared at me for a moment. He grabbed my hand and held it.
"Manda, please listen to me. Whatever Ambrose told you he is wrong."
I huffed "Baron, please. It's just not going to work- "
He stopped me …
"No! Don't say that!" he said frustrated.
I took my hand from his and got up "I'm sorry Baron, but that's how I feel" and I walked away.
Baron glanced at me as I left and banged his fists on the table. Some of the other superstars looked but didn't pay too much mind.
Baron's POV
She took her hand from mine and got up. "I'm sorry Baron, but that's how I feel" she told me. I looked at her, my body tensing up yet hurt. When she got up, I saw what looked like a bad bite mark on the other side of her neck. I clenched my fists and banged the table. That damn Ambrose is going to regret this!
I watched her walk away. This can't be happening. I hate him. I hate Ambrose so much. This isn't the end. One way or the other I'll make that woman mine. MINE I say!
Back to Manda
I walked back to my office and plopped down on the couch. I ran my hands through my hair. That was so difficult to do. I don't even know why. It shouldn't have been hard; Baron's feelings weren't like Dean's feelings. But I don't know, could I be wrong? Uggh, I honestly can't think right now.
A few moments later, I heard another knock at my door.
I got out of my overwhelming emotions and regained composure.
"Come in" I said
It was Roman. He smiles as he walks in, although the smile quickly fades once he sees that I look uncomfortable.
"Hey Manda, are you alright?" the handsome Samoan asks me now standing directly in front of me.
I gave him a smile "Of course Roman, I'm Great!" I lied "So what's up. What can I do for you?"
He folded his arms, suspecting that something was wrong but he disregarded it. "Uh, Dean wanted me to tell you to meet him at his car after the show. His phone died earlier so he couldn't text you"
I nodded "Okay, thanks for the message"
He smiled "Of course, I'm so use to Dean doing all my dirty work" he nudges me.
I giggled "Ha, well the tables are always turned in some way"
He sighed "Yeah, it seems so."
He was about to leave but I stopped him momentarily. "Oh Roman, let Dean know that tonight you and him will team up to face Finn Balor and A.J Styles"
He smiled "Sounds good. Will do. See you Manda"
"Thanks. Later Roman" and he left.
It was just about to be show time in 10 minutes. Stephanie ended up stopping by. Apparently I have an onscreen role tonight. I'll be opening up the show and announcing a match for Hell in a Cell LIVE.
I headed to the curtain and grabbed a microphone. The theme song was playing and the crowd was going wild.
Lilian welcomed everyone and then welcomed me. "Ladies and Gentlemen, please welcome the general manager of Raw, Manda!"
My music hit and the crowd cheered me. It definitely felt nice especially since I played the bad role on the Indy's most of the time. It's what I preferred but this was refreshing.
I smile and pause on the stage to make the announcement.
"WWE UNIVERSE!"
*The crowd went wild*
"First off, I want to say that I am super honored and privileged to be the general manager of Raw and to make all of you extremely happy as give you the best show possible. And secondly, I have an announcement to make regarding Hell in a Cell in 2 weeks. As you know, tonight there is a triple threat match between Bayley, Emma and Paige and whoever wins that match goes on to face the women's championship Sasha Banks for the title at Hell in a Cell."
The crowd got really excited for that.
"Now, as for your WWE World Heavyweight- "
I was cut off when Baron's music hit. The crowd booed him while I acted in total confusion to why Baron once again broke the script and just came out. Baron smirked and posed to the crowd, acting as arrogant and conceited like he is.
He walked towards me and stood front of me, a small smirk appearing on his face. I didn't show any signs of fear although I should've knowing how I hurt Baron earlier.
He leaned down so he was eye level with me "I'm sorry Manda, I don't mean to interrupt"
He places his finger up "Actually, I'm not sorry. I'm glad I interrupted before you made ANOTHER terrible mistake"
I looked at him and crossed my arms. Of course he has to mix personal with business.
"You see my sweet Manda" he twirls a piece of my hair around his finger "I'm the top guy here in the WWE. I am the Lone Wolf and I am the reason you stand here employed"
I rolled my eyes…
"If anyone deserves a title match it's ME! I've been the most dominant guy ever since I showed up to the WWE and even before coming here, I was always the top guy, Manda"
*The crowd booed him in disagreement*
"And I want you to RESPECT that and give me what I rightfully DESERVE!"
I was about to speak but he cut me off …
"OR ELSE, there will be major consequences"
I chuckled "Seriously Baron, you have nerve coming out here, interrupting me and demanding anything- "
"HEY!" he shouted
I jumped back a bit
"You heard me, GIVE ME WHAT I DESERVE DAMNIT!"
I sucked my teeth and nodded "Okay, fine. You want a title match at Hell in a Cell. You got it!"
He laughed.
"But…Only if you beat Big Cass tonight in your match. If not, then he gets the title match and you're out of a match PERIOD at Hell in a Cell1"
His eyes then got cold. His body tensing up.
"Think about YOUR consequences next time you want to interrupt YOUR BOSS!"
I smirked at him and walked off to the back. He huffed and puffed. It felt pretty good putting Baron in his place and having that authority.
I head back to my office. It didn't take long for Baron to show up and get all feisty with me. It wasn't my fault he has anger issues.
"WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT?!" Baron angrily said storming into my office.
"I could ask you the same question. You interrupted me, remember?!"
He hissed "YOU DREW THE LINE AND YOU KNOW IT. I DESERVE A TITLE MATCH AT HELL IN A CELL!"
"Baron, listen" I said trying to calm him down
"No! I'm PISSED! BEYOND PISSED AND YOU JUST MADE EVERYTHING WORSE!"
He threw his hands up. I thought he was going to end up hitting me.
"Baron, I'm the general manager, I have to do my job. You should've knew that when you pitched the idea to Stephanie"
He ran his hands threw his wet hair. He stared at me still with cold eyes still. I don't know what else to say or do at this point. He has to realize that he made the mistake, not me. I'm just doing my job.
"Baron, if you win tonight, you'll have your title match at Hell in a Cell. There shouldn't be a problem here."
He took a step toward me, his 6'8 frame looming over my 5'6 one. He didn't say another word. I could just hear his deep breathing as he stared deep holes into my soul. I started to feel uncomfortable. This isn't like Baron. At least the guy he was once showing me. This was the monstrous Baron Corbin that inflicted pain and felt no remorse. I feel I caused this when I hurt his feelings earlier.
He stood there for a few minutes before backing away and leaving. I felt relieved when he left. I was feeling vulnerable by that point.
The women's match was already underway. Paige ended up winning the match to become the number one contender to face Sasha Banks at Hell in a Cell for the women's title. I couldn't help but smile. She deserves it after-all. She stormed into my office moments after her victory and gave me a huge hug. She then invited me out later for drinks. I don't drink but I agreed to go out to celebrate her win. She wouldn't take no for an answer anyways lol.
Baron's match was up against Big Cass. I made sure I watched carefully and closely. At this point, I couldn't underestimate Baron. He definitely dominated most of the match. Big Cass would gain control and strike back viciously. It was really an intense fight. Baron wasn't going lightly. Baron was setting up for the end of days when suddenly Big Cass reversed and hit Baron with the swinging side slam. It was a near three count. The crowd chanted for the boot from Cass and it connected smoothly. The referee counted and Big Cass won the match. It was a very good match and Big Cass deserved the win since he was getting the push anyways. Baron on the other hand, yeah he's out of the title picture and a match at Hell in a Cell.
I left my office to go get a cup of coffee when I saw Baron painfully walking towards me. I stood my ground and smiled at him.
"Good match Baron"
He held the back of his head and squinted his eyes shut. He was angry. Really angry. "This is all your fault. You are an incompetent general manager and planned for me to lose."
I was a little taken back by what he said. I thought it was a fair fight.
"Baron, I know you're angry but it was a fair fight and Big Cass just happened to be the better man in this scenario. I'm sorry."
He took a quick step toward me, his eyes staring directly into mine. He huffed heavily, the sweat dripping from his forehead.
"You're going to regret every decision you have made, Manda. Mark my words. You won't last much longer."
"Are you threatening me Baron?!" I asked with a sharp tone of voice "Because if you are I assure you that- "
"WHAT?!" he jumped in
*I really wish he would quit interrupting me*
"WHAT ARE YOU GONNA DO, HUH?! YOU GONNA RUN TO AMBROSE?" he laughed "CUZ HE AIN'T GONNA DO SHIT!"
Ambrose walked up behind him. He cracked his knuckles and neck. Baron took his eyes off me when he saw me looking behind him. He turned around to see Ambrose staring at him, shaking his head in disgust.
"Leave. Her. Alone. NOW!" Dean told him with a soft deadly tone of voice.
Baron clenched his fists. Dean was fully prepared to take Baron down instantly if he did anything. Dean was fully energized since his match with Roman was next. Speaking of Roman, he came shortly after, backing with his brother.
Although Baron showed no signs of fear from neither Dean and Roman, he managed to back away. He took his eyes off them momentarily to look at me before fully walking away. Anger consuming him still but I saw what looked like hurt in his eyes.
Dean approached me and gave me a hug. "You okay?"
I nodded "Yeah, he's just heated"
Dean shook his head "The guy has some serious issues. I saw/heard what he said earlier tonight. He had nerve"
Roman agreed "Yeah Manda, that guy needs to watch his place or else"
"I know guys. Thank you for looking out for me" I told them.
Dean and Roman smiled. Dean gave me another hug, this time a little tighter. I felt so secure and safe when in his arms. Roman nudged Dean.
"Okay dude, you will see her later. We have a match right now" Roman said laughing at how Dean was so into me.
"Well tonight I'm going out with Paige" I quickly told him before they left
"Okay, we'll talk after my match" Dean said kissing me.
Roman this time grabbed Dean by his ear. I couldn't help but laugh.
"Come on Mr. lovey dovey" Roman gestured
Dean smirked "Oh shut it Roman"
I headed back to my office. I loved watching Dean in action. He is so good at what he does. To me he is the best in the world. I went on Twitter to read some tweets. I came across one Baron posted 5 minutes ago. I was pretty disturbing.
He Tweeted "You wanna play hard? I'll play harder. This is only the beginning."
I really wish Baron wasn't reacting the way he was. I didn't mean to upset him or make him turn into a monster. I just had to be honest. I had to do what I had to do.
I watched as Dean and Roman destroyed Finn Balor and AJ Styles. Dean connected Dirty Deeds on Finn and Roman speared AJ. They got the win. I was very happy. Suddenly, Baron came through the crowd and attacked Dean and Roman from behind. My eyes shot open. What the hell is he doing?!
He unloaded on both of them. He took Roman and threw him hard into the barricade. He then got a steel chair and repeatedly shot at him causing Roman not to move. He then turned his attention back to Dean in the ring, stalking him. His eyes full of anger.
I left my office and ran to the stage. I had to stop this. This isn't happening. Not on my show!
I ran down to the ring. Baron was looking to break Dean's neck. I pushed him away and plopped on Dean, protecting him. Baron laughed and bent down "Do you really think you can protect him?"
I gulped "You won't hit me"
He smirked "You sure about that?" he said raising the chair high above his head. The crowd went silent.
That's when Roman came back and speared Baron. Roman told me and get out of the arena with Dean. I got out the ring and helped Dean to the back; battered body and all and went to the back.
"Dean you okay?" I asked him breathing heavily
"I'm fine, let's just get outta' here" he said
I nodded "Okay, I'll meet you in the car, lemme just grab my stuff"
"No" he pulled me back "I'll text Roman to get it. We need to get out before Baron comes"
"Okay"
We headed to the car. I decided to drive since Dean was too beat. I drove to the hotel and quickly got to my room. I helped Dean lay down since he was still out of it.
"Here, relax. I'll get you a warm towel from the bathroom."
I went to the bathroom and got him a warm towel and placed it on his head. He smiled.
"How are you feeling?" I asked him patting the towel along his forehead
"Good now that I'm here with you."
I ended up getting a text from Paige. She knew what happened and told me to stay with Dean. I thanked her and told her another day we'll have a girl's night.
Dean's phone ended up going off and it was Roman. He said he's fine and Baron scattered out the arena before he did. I texted him back for Dean and told him to pick up our stuff from my office and his locker room. He said he would and he would drop it off at the hotel.
I attended back to Dean who was moving his body, painfully but he was moving which was a good sign. Nothing was broken.
"Do you need anything?" I asked him
He reached for my hand "No, you've done enough already. Thank you for taking care of me"
I smiled "Of course"
I sat at the end of the bed and watched Dean as he closed his eyes. I really am falling for Dean. I've always loved him but actually being around him, I'm so attached. I leaned over and gently kissed him. His eyes opened and he smiled.
"What was that for?"
"Dean, I love you"
I had to say it. This may not be the perfect time but the feelings inside me told me it couldn't wait.
It's like he was caught off guard. He was fully awake now. "Wait, you love me?"
"Yes Dean, I love you"
He bit his lip and smiled. Judging by the look on his face and the lust in his eyes, I believe that made him happy.
He leaned forward and kissed me back, grabbing the side of my face. He looked deep into my eyes "Manda, I love you too"
He said it. He told me he loves me.
I smiled and felt like I was going to cry. He caressed my cheek. "You have made me a very happy man. We aren't together but I'm looking to change that, now"
*Is he going to ask me what I think he is going to ask me? *
"Manda, will you be my girlfriend?"
I attacked him and kissed him passionately. "I'm taking that as a yes" he laughed in between the kiss.
I laughed back "Yes, of course Dean"
He glided his hands down my back and deepened the kiss.
I broke the kiss because I didn't want to get each other all horny and whatnot although I'm sure Dean wouldn't mind. After-all, I know he was turned on by now.
I wanted Dean to rest though. Baron almost hurt him bad. I got myself ready for bed and Dean managed to stay in his gear since his bags wouldn't be here by the morning but he took a warm shower and didn't mind sleeping in his wife-beater and jeans as long as he was with me, he was happy.
We fell asleep and cuddled the night. I couldn't help but smile, knowing that I was Dean's and he was mine. We have each other and our feelings are too strong to throw away. Our love is what keeps us not wanting to let each other go. Dean would fight for me and now I realize, that I would do the same. I don't know what Baron has in store for us or how he's going to react knowing that Dean and I are legit but I won't allow him to screw us up. That's for sure.
