It had been a week since the bus ride to the house show, Blake stood backstage in the arena where Monday Night Raw would be going live in a few hours. Reading his script, he couldn't help but to get a nervous feeling. Tonight he was suppose to beat Randy to become the Number One Contender, then that would lead to the start of his feud with 'The Miz' for the WWE Championship that he would win at Wrestlemania.
"I remember when I used be like that. Hell, I still get like that." Randy said, bring Blake out of his thoughts.
"I don't think this feeling will ever go away. So how do you wanna work the match babyface?" Blake teased, the older man. The close friends discussed and planned their match down to the smallest detail.
"I'll be in my bus if you need me." The residential Viper said as he walked away. Not a lot of fans knew but Randy traveled differently from the rest. He had his own personal bus, that he traveled in and also took place as his office. Blake gave his friend a wave, as he reached for his Blackberry that was vibrating in his right pocket. He looked at the screen, to see a text message from Candice.
Where do I park after I picked up the tickets? (:
'Just park where all the buses are, I'll be waiting for you outside.' Blake typed into his phone as he made his way to the buses. He opened the door, that led him outside to the parking lot where all the WWE trucks and wrestlers parked. Wearing nothing but his WWE t-shirt and jeans, he stood in the cool Florida breeze as he waited for Candice to arrive. A smile appeared on his handsome face, as her called pulled in. As Candice got out, her two friends he had met last week soon got out after her. His bright blue eyes narrowed on her, as she jogged lightly towards him.
"Hey you." Blake said, before she threw her arms arounds his neck, knocking the superstar a few steps back. This time, he placed a small kiss on the model's cheek. As they pulled apart, he could see she was blushing but decided not to tease her on it.
"Erin, Rosie." Blake acknowledged, sending both of the girls friendly smiles. They both smiled back. "Let's get inside, it's freezing out here." he said, holding the door for them.
"When does the crowd get in?" Candice questioned.
"In about half and hour they take their seats. I think you guys will enjoy your seats." Blake said, smiling to himself knowing that he got them ringside seats.
"Me and Rosie are gonna look at the t-shirts." Erin said with a mischievous smile as the two walked off towards the merchandise stand.
"So how are you?" Blake asked, shoving his hands deep into his pockets.
"Better now." the blonde said softly, "Where are we going?"
"My locker room. I have to tape up and get ready." he said as the two turned into a hallway. He couldn't help to smile seeing Candice smile, and looking like a lost little girl looking around as she held on to Blake's arm. He opened the door for her, and she made herself comfy on the couch. "How long are you in Florida for?"
"Just for the night."
"Are your friends gonna be alright wondering around?" Blake questioned, as he sat down next to the super model, and began taping his wrists.
"I think so. I mean I'm sure someone wouldn't mind helping them out." she joked, letting out a small giggle. "Your eyes looks kinda green today."
"Really?"
"Yeah."
"Well thank you for noticing. Do you want to get something to eat?" Blake said as he put his hands on her knees, setting off sparks between them. Candice nodded, as Blake offered his hand to her helping her off the couch that sunk her in. As the two walked down the hallway, a few crew members gave Blake smirks. He could feel Candice's hands grazing his back and forth, he didn't know who moved first, but soon their fingers intertwined.
"Your hand is very warm." the blonde said, as Blake led her to a table filled with food.
"It's cause I'm nervous." he said, flashing a bright smile. He let go of her hand to get both of them water bottles. As Candice was talking, he could hear a laugh that he would always recognize: Barbie's.
"Barbie, I have someone I want you to meet." Blake yelled, attracting attention from nearby superstars and backstage workers. He watched her walk over, in her ring gear as her blonde hair rested on her shoulders. "Barbie this is Candice. Candice this Barbie." he introduced as the ladies shook hands.
"It's good to meet you." Candice said greeting Barbie with a smile. Blake looked over at Barbie who returned a smile to Candice.
"She's gonna be sitting ringside with her two friends later." the superstar told, as Candice wrapped her arms around his torso. Barbie seemed stiffed for a moment, and Blake immediately noticed. The three chatted for a little bit longer, before Barbie had to dismiss herself.
"I'll see you out there, but I have to go warm up. It's been great meeting you, your even prettier without all that heavy runway makeup." the blonde diva told. Barbie had to admit, Candice was pretty but she couldn't help feel a bit uncomfortable and jealous seeing her wrap herself around Blake.
"Let me walk you to the door." he said, taking her hand in his. The pair walked down to the end of a walkway. "Thanks for coming, I'm glad you did."
"Your welcome." she smiled, as she seemed to inch closer.
"I hope you enjoy the show tonight." Blake said letting his hand rest on her lower back. Candice stood up on her toes a bit, before planting a glossed peck on Blake's lips. "That was nice." Blake stated as he rested his forehead on hers.
"Blake, Mike wants to talk to you when you have a chance." a crew member said, unknowingly interupting their moment. The former champ let out a soft groan as he released his arms from Candice's hips.
"Alright, and can you do me a favor and escort her to her seat?" he asked. The employee nodded, and led Candice out the backstage area. He ran a hand through his hair, as he founded Mike around the gorilla position watching a dark match that was going on.
"You wanted to talk?" Blake said, taking a seat next to the WWE Champion on a equipment box.
"I think after you pin Randy, I come out with 'Alex Riley' and we try to jump you, but I back out last minute making you beat the shit out of him." Mike said, using air quotations as he spoke.
"Yeah, is this your idea or management's?" Blake teased.
"All mine, well maybe I got a little help." he joked back. "So how is she?" Hearing that, Blake wrinkled his nose not knowing whi Mike was referring to. "Maryse."
"Why do you ask that?" Blake asked, Mike seemed different. His attitude wasn't cocky anymore, and seemed to have matured.
"She's being her sexy bitchy self." Blake answered, patting him on the back. Mike chuckled at the handsome superstar.
"I haven't laughed in ages Cross. I feel so worn out."
"This buisness can be a handful, and being champ is a shit load of work. Sometimes you just gotta step back, take a breather and come back better than before." Blake said offering some advice to the slightly older man.
"Thanks man, and you got some glossy shit on your lips." Mike said snickering, Blake quickly wiped his lips and started laughing with the champ.
"You want some?" Blake said, trying to wipe it off on Mike.
"It's good talking to you man. I'm gonna grab a sandwich, want anything?" Mike offered, as he patted Blake on the back. Blake shook his head, as he watched his soon to be rival walk away. Blake redirected his attention to the nearby tv that was set up. He could hear the fireworks that started off Monday Night Raw. He shook hands quickly with John Cena who jogged past him, who went to open up the show.
"Someone's lonely." a small voice said, taking a seat where Mike sat a few moments ago. He offered her a gentle smile scooting a bit closer to the blonde.
"Where's your friend?" Barbie asked crossing her legs.
"With her friends, when's your friend coming back?" he asked, causing Barbie to give him a look.
"Paul will be back next Monday." she said, doing a few streches.
"I miss him." Blake joked sarcasticly, receiving a pinch from Barbie. "So what's with you tonight?"
"Eve and I are going over Maryse and Alicia." The Florida beauty said, as Blake shook his head.
"No, like after Raw what are you doing after? You should join me and Candice." Blake offered, now that he believed that Barbie had no feelings for him, that didnt mean he could stop his feelings for her.
"I'm not gonna be a third wheel. But thanks for the offer." she said, giving Blake's hand a light squeeze. He smiled back at her, and held on to her hand. Blake was glad, Barbie allowed him to hold on to her hand. He couldn't help but to rub her hand over with his thumb, her skin was soft and he could smell the scent of her lotion.
"Your beard is growing out really well." she aknowledged, Blake nodded. Barbie never told anyone but she thought his awkwardness at times were extremeley cute.
"Blake, Barbie I'm glad I found both of you at once." A deep voice said, it was the Chairman Vince McMahon.
"Vince." Barbie smiled, as Blake shook hands with the boss. Despite how the WWE portrayed, Vince was never really backstage as much. He would come to the arena maybe once a month, just to check on things and get updates from the head of management.
"This year for Tribute to the Troops, we are only taking a few people. And you two have been chosen." Vince said, adjusting his suit.
"Who else is coming?"
"Eve, Paul, and myself."
"Paul who?" Blake asked.
"Big Show. So we leave on Wednesday, and will be back Saturday." The chairman said in a strict tone. He wasn't giving them the option to decline, as he walked away.
"Guess I'm staying in Florida a little longer." Blake said redirecting his attention to Barbie.
"Let me show you around town." The Jacksonville native said, "We can go shopping, and my parents are having a BBQ, you need to come!"
"I'll go shopping with you, but I'm not sure if I just wanna show up to your parents' house."
"Blake, they love you!" the blonde stated. Blake couldn't say no, and it was true; her parents did like him. He met them a couple times, and there wasn't a dull moment between them. He sent the blonde a nod, her smile quickly appeared. "We are gonna talk more about this." she said, getting up as she saw her tag team partner for the night walk over.
"Blake." Eve said sending a smile. Blake smiled back at the brunette, and sent Maryse a small wave as he saw her coming making her way towards them. He sat there, listening to the Divas go over their match one last night time. He finally had a moment to himself, as the divas match began. His bright emerald eyes focused on the screen, as he watched as 'Kelly Kelly' did a dropkick on Maryse.
"Blake we need to film a live segment with you and Randy." A production assistant said walking up to him. Blake nodded, as was directed on where to go. As he got there, they were already recording Randy getting interviewed about tonight's match. Blake stood behind the cameraman waiting for his cue to go and interupt Randy. When Blake walked in, the interviewer stepped out of the way to let the the two superstars exchange words.
"And we are off." the director said, as the bright red camera light turned off.
"That went well." Randy said walking off the set, with Blake. "Your a natural."
"Thanks man, but I just learn from the best." Blake said, patting Randy on the back. The two walked back to Blake's locker room, waiting to be called for their match.
"So I'm hearing you brought some hot girl backstage."
"She's not some girl. Her name is Candice." Blake corrected, as he took a seat on the couch next to his friend.
"How the hell did you land a supermodel?" the Viper said with a chuckle.
"Shut up. There she is, the blonde one in the middle." Blake said pointing to the tv, as there was a crowd shot.
"I was right, she sure is hot." Randy said giving Blake a small smirk.
"I would introduce you to her friends, but you have Sam and Alanna." he said, referring to Randy's wife and daughter. The older man let out a laugh, as the two continued watching tonight's show. "You mind?"
"What?"
"I gotta change into my wrestling undies." Blake told, Randy nodded but didn't move a bit. Blake laughed, as he unbuckled his pants and changed into his wrestling gear. He took his seat next to Randy as he laced his boots.
The night soon passed, and their match was over, Blake was finishing his shower, and was getting dressed back into his street clothers, he replaced his t-shirt with a simple dark dress shirt. He zipped his luggage, and made his way out to the parking lot to meet up with Candice and her friends. Blake shook hands and said his good nights to a few wrestlers, and workers that were still left. He pushed opened the door with his free hand to see Candice in his WWE branded shirt. She sent him, a bright smile and placed a small kiss on his lips.
"Enjoy the show?"
"Yes, I love it. I didn't appreciate the whole stadium booing and yelling at you." she said, wrapping herself around his toned abs.
"I don't control them." he said, as he rest his hand on her lower back. "Where's Rosie and Erin?"
"Somewhere here, but I was thinking we grab dinner. The girls can take the car to wherever they need to be, and after dinner I can catch a cab to the hotel."
"Or I can take you home, well back to the hotel." Blake said, as started walking to his car. Candice let out a huge smile, agreeing to the idea.
"Blake! Blake!" was heard from a short distance, from a small group of fans running towards him. He smiled, taking pictures with each of them and signing whatever they wanted.
"Is it true your dating Kelly Kelly?" one girl asked, as Candice stood right to the side.
"I'm not."
"There are pictures of you guys online, and there are rumors." the fan said getting louder. Blake was getting a bit annoyed with getting harassed by this fan, and he felt that Candice was standing next to him listening.
"I think you should get off the computer." Blake said as he grabbed Candice's hand and led her to his car. He could hear the boo's from behind him.
"Sorry about that. Where do you wanna go eat?" the superstar said, as he backed the car out of the parking spot.
"Anything simple." she said softly, Blake nodded. He rested one of his hands in hers, as he drove around looking for a place to eat. "Did you and Barbie ever have a thing?"
"No, we've always been just friends. Why?"
"You guys seem so connected, like magnets."
"It's not like that at all, she has a boyfriend." Blake said pulling into a waffle house. He sent the blonde a reassuring smile, as they got out of the car and made their way into the nearly empty waffle house. Blake was glad that someone noticed the chemistry between him and Barbie, but he was sadden by the fact that it had to be Candice; the girl he began to have feelings for.
"I'm straving." she said, taking a seat across from him.
"I thought models don't eat." he teased, as the a waiter came and took their orders. Their food soon arrived, since there was barely anyone else eating.
"What are you gonna be doing when you get back to New York?" Blake said wiping his lips.
"Just work and work. Then fly out to California as long as I can." she said, taking a sip of her coffee. Blake gave her a slight nod, as he finished what was left of his meal.
"Being on the road, I sleep in my own bed maybe four, five times a month." the California boy said. "You full?"
"Yeah, stuffed." she said rubbing her stomach playfully. Blake signaled the waiter over and payed for the bill.
"What's next?" Blake said opening her side of the car door, before hopping into the driver's seat. He noticed she had chills coming from her arms, he reached into the backseat to grab a blanket.
"Thanks." she said resting the blanket on her chest. "I don't want date night to end." Her words seemed to catch Blake off guard, he knew he was on a date but to hear her say it was different.
"Yeah. If you want we can go to my room and watch tv, and maybe if your lucky enough you can spend the night."
"Alright, but no funny buisness." she said with a smile. "And why does this blanket smell like lady perfume, and why does it have glitter on it?"
"Well Barbie bought it for me as a joke, and she used to travel with me a lot so I kept it just in case. And Maryse slept on that not to long ago."
"Do you travel with guys?" she said with a hint of jealousy in her tone.
"I used to travel with Randy, but he got his own private bus. And John was all over the place with his scheudle so it didn't work out." the handsome superstar said, as they arrived at the hotel. Candice nodded in response, as her and Blake walked into the elevator, and made their way into his room.
"This bed is so big." she said taking a seat, as he took off her high heels.
"Yeah, it gets awfully lonely." Blake said, "I'm gonna change." he added, as he pulled his shirt over her head causing his toned torso to be right in her view, she bit down on her lips. He smirked knowing that she was looking at him.
"I should call Erin." she said, digging through her giant purse.
"Why?" he asked, taking a seat next to the blonde.
"Cause I'm spending the night." she said, giving him a smirk.
