Roman-

Walking into the bar with Dean, I slipped my black hat on and lowered it to cover my eyes. Hoping no one recognized me.

"Do you know what her dad and brother look like?", Dean asked as we sat in a far booth.

We both scanned the packed bar.

"Her dad's tall, tattoos covering both arms", he cut me off.

"Skulls?", he asked.

I nodded.

"How did you know?", I asked.

He pointed across the room.

"Just walked in with Sgt. Rollins", he said.

His whole family was here, Artemis was holding onto Apollo. They looked so much alike, he was taller though. They sat by the stage, her dad gestured to the bartender and the bartender nodded.

"The one in the blue dress is yours?", he asked.

I nodded and smiled. She was laughing at something her aunt was saying.

"And the one sitting beside her is yours", I said smirking.

He quickly turned and chuckled.

"Man, I didn't think Brie looked like that. I didn't know she knew Rollins either", he said, confused when he saw Seth hugging Brie.

"He's her brother", I said.

His eyes widened.

"No way", he said.

"Yes way, well half brother. They have his last name because they took their step dad's name, so says Artemis", I said.

He nodded.

"How are we going to do this Roman? If Brie finds out that I'm helping you and Seth trick Artemis, she'll hate me", he said.

"She won't find out, I'll talk to Seth", I said.

He nodded. We ordered a drink. I noticed Paige arrive a few minutes later. Black dress, heels. She went all out for Seth.


Seth-

I almost choked on my drink when she walked in, breathtaking. Nikki nudged me.

"Breath little brother", she whispered.

I stood and walked over to her. She smiled.

"You look amazing", I said.

"Thank you", she said.

I kissed her cheek and placed my hand on her back, guiding her to the table.

"Hey, there's my favorite sister in law", Randy said, kissing her cheek and offering her a chair.

My family always loved Paige, she was the only woman they approved of. She sat beside Nikki.

"Can I get you a drink?", I asked her.

She nodded. I left her and ordered her drink, taking it back to her.

"Thank you handsome", she said.

I brushed my nose against her cheek before pressing my lips. I noticed goosebumps form on her arms.

"You two should just go and have sex already", Nikki blurted out.

Everyone had smirks on their faces.

"Maybe later, if he's lucky", Paige answered, before sipping her drink.

I sat across from her.

"Mom and dad are coming down tomorrow. So don't even think about skipping out on it. Thanksgiving is in a few days and you know mom", my brother said.

"I do", I said, tossing back my drink.

I met Paige's eyes. She bit her lip, I winked at her. A slight blush on her cheeks.

"You two are so cute", Brie said smiling.

I put my arm around Artemis and moved in close to her ear.

"Ladybug, I have a surprise for you", I whispered.

She raised a brow.

"He's tall, dark, and handsome, well at least that's what I hear", I said.

She laughed.

"Remember, you can't tell your dad his name, use Dean", I said.

"Why, again?", she asked.

"Dean's more of the meet the parents type, he has the look.", I lied.

"I feel like you're hiding something from me, but okay I'll play along", she said.

"That's my girl", I said, kissing the side of her head.

We sat for a few hours and just talked, laughed. I looked behind me and saw Roman with Dean. My brother stretched.

"Alright, well I'm calling it a night. Apollo, Artemis, time to go", he said.

I looked at Paige and nodded.

"I was thinking maybe Artemis could stay over at my place", Paige said, looking at my brother.

"I don't know, both Apollo and I work tomorrow. We won't be able to pick her up till the afternoon", he said.

"I'll drop her off, I want to spend some time with my adorable niece", I said.

My brother looked hesitant to leave her to Paige and I.

"They'll take care of her dad", Apollo said.

"Is anyone going to ask what I want?", Artemis asked.

We all looked at her.

"Art?", Randy asked.

"I want stay over with Paige", she said.

My brother smiled and nodded.

"Have her home by tomorrow, not a scratch on her", he said, pointing at me.

"I'm not a car", she said.

Randy chuckled. He kissed the top of her head. Once I saw them walk out the door, I looked at Paige. Brie and Nikki were too busy arguing with John about something.

"Artie, come to the restroom with me", she said standing.

Artemis stood and waited for Paige to take her hand.

"We'll be right back", she said.


Roman-

I watched Paige take Artemis's hand. She glanced at me and nodded lightly.

"Alright dude, that's all you. I'm going to go meet my girl now", Dean said.

We both stood and he made his way over to the table. Seth introduced him to Brie. I walked towards the bathrooms, waiting by the women's restroom. Finally Paige walked out.

"Artemis", she said.

Artemis tilted her head.

"I want you to meet someone", Paige said, taking my hand.

She placed it in Artemis's hand.

"This is Roman. Roman this is Artemis", she said.

I noticed her breathing picking up. I wonder if her heart was beating as fast as mine.

"I'll leave you two alone. Remember Reigns, meet Seth by the coffee shop tomorrow, no later then the afternoon", Paige said.

"What?", Artemis asked.

"Yes, he's kidnapping you for a few hours. Have fun and don't do anything I would do", she said before leaving.

Artemis squeezed my hand.

"Hi", I said softly.

"Hello", she said.

"It's nice to finally meet you properly. I pictured in my head a thousand times what you would look like, I never imagined you were this beautiful", I said.

She blushed.

"Trust me?", I asked.

She nodded. I put her hand on my arm and guided her out the back door. Finding my truck, I helped her in.

"So what are we doing?", she asked.

"I hear there's snow in the mountains, so we are heading to big bear", I said.

"Snow?", she asked.

I nodded and felt bad because she couldn't see me.

"You nodded, didn't you", she said smiling.

"I'm sorry", I said.

"It's fine, happens all the time. You'll get use to me", she said.

I had rented a cabin for tonight and part of the next day.

"Did you see your family yet?", she asked.

"I did, but before that I went to see you", I said.

She turned her head towards me, waiting for me to continue.

"I was at the library, but before I could say anything to you, your uncle walked in and I didn't want to interrupt.", I said.

"And how's your family?", she asked.

"All good", I said.

She smiled.

"How long were you sitting at the bar?", she asked.

"A few hours", I said.

"Why didn't you come over?", she asked.

"Your dad's a scary man", I said.

She laughed.

"Was it the tattoos because trust me, he's not a bad guy.", she said.

"I just want to wait to meet him, I want to get to know you first, better", I said.

She nodded.

"I understand", she said.


We got to the cabin a bit late, she was fast asleep beside me. I parked and gently touched her arm.

"We're here Art", I said.

She yawned and stretched. I went around to her side and opened her door, helping her out of my truck. Walking her inside and helping her sit.

"I'll be right back", I said.

She nodded and I went to grab our bags. Seth had grabbed her a change of clothes for tonight and tomorrow. Walking back in, I found her feeling along the wall.

"Artemis", I shouted.

She jumped.

"You scared me", she said.

I went over to her, putting my arm around her waist.

"I was just trying to find the restroom", she said.

"I can help you", I said.

She sighed.

"Please don't, I get it from my dad and brother, I don't need it from you too. I have to learn how to find my way around on my own. Let me, I'll ask for help if I need it", she said.

"I was just trying to help", I said.

"I know, I'm sorry I just", I stopped her.

"But I understand. They never let you do anything alone. You want your space. If you need me, I'm right here", I said.

"Thank you", she said smiling.

I let her go, she found her way into the hall with no complications. I quietly followed. She stopped.

"I'm okay", she said.

"How did you know I was following you?", I asked.

"I didn't", she said.

I chuckled. She found an open door and walked in.

"Found it", she shouted.

I laughed.

"Hungry?", I asked, before she shut the door.

"Starving", she said, poking her head out.

She closed the door and I went to the kitchen, taking out the food from the coolers and into the fridge.