Bittersweet

Chapter 13

"Hey Alana!" Ashley chirped. She had come back from a promo in the ring with Melina, Mickie and Amy.

Alana didn't reply she just grunted a response and stood at the Gorilla Position. Ashley raised a brow and was about to speak when Liam, moodily joined her.

Ashley smiled – she figured something had happened or almost happened between the two.

"Good luck Alana. Liam make sure she doesn't get hurt." Ashley said sweetly as she waved and left.

Liam looked at Alana, her music was about to go off after the commercial break.

"Alana…" He began but she sighed cutting him off.

"Look Liam, I know what almost happened but can please save it for after the match?" Alana began sharply but she softened her speech because she was wanted the kiss to happen but it didn't.

Liam didn't reply he just stared at her.

Suddenly Kasabian blasted into the packed arena and Alana turned to him a small smile played across her face.

"You ready?" She asked.

He grinned slightly, he could wait. Liam held out his arm and she linked arms with him giggling slightly.

"Come on, you're a professional. Serious face." Liam whispered as they walked out into the deafening roar of the crowd.

"On the way to the ring, from Glasgow, Scotland, accompanied by Liam – Alana!" Lillian cried enthusiastically as they two made their way down the ring.

"Am I missing something here J.R.? Alana and Liam being nice to each other? Usually they're at each other's throats." Jerry "The King" Lawler announced in disbelief as Alana broke away from Liam and sauntered over to the ropes and danced in synch to the music.

"Let me show you what love is." Blared out from the speakers causing Alana to scowl at the couple who appeared at the top of the ramp.

"I fucking hate her." Alana growled to Liam who laughed as he watched them make their way down to the ring.

"Good luck." Liam whispered causing Alana to shiver slightly as his warm breath tickled the back of her neck as he exited the ring.

"Yeah good luck Alana! You're gonna need it!" Candice spat as she waited for the bell to ring.

Alana glared at her, waiting for the bell. The referee glanced at the two women who were ready – he signalled for the bell - it began…

"Oh! That's gotta hurt!" J.R. exclaimed as Candice successfully Irish whipped Alana into a turnbuckle. Alana hissed as her back hit off the metal post but she was wary that the dark haired woman was quickly making her way towards her.

Alana kicked Candice fiercely in the ribs as she tried to slap her. Candice gasped for breath and stumbled to the mat.

Alana grinned she knew she had an advantage. She climbed to the top turnbuckle – she heard the crowd scream with approval and she heard Liam shout "Kick that bitch's ass!" Flashing the metal sign she was about to hit Candice with a Moonsault when she felt someone grab her leg.

WHAT THE FUCK! She thought to herself and screamed with fright as she fell face first into the ring.

Candice slowly got up and grinned when she saw her sprawled on the mat. She blew a kiss at Johnny who grinned broadly - unaware Liam was rushing towards him.

"JOHNNY LOOK OUT!" Candice yelled.

Her eyes widened as she saw Liam practically rugby tackle him to the ground. A full out brawl had taken place.

Alana staggered to her feet and turned her attention to the fight outside.

What the hell are they doing? Oh My God Nitro pushed me! That wasn't in the script! Alana thought as she watched the fight along with Candice. Johnny had gained the upper hand much to Candice's delight as she jumped up and down giggling with glee.

She frowned and stopped when she felt someone tap her onto the shoulder.

"Uh-oh!" The King exclaimed as Alana smiled sweetly before slamming her right fist into Candice's jaw.

Alana laughed when she saw the other Diva stumble in shock and collapse against the ropes. Johnny broke away from Liam. He glared when he saw Alana grab Candice and pin her. She got the three count and celebrated in the ring.

Johnny saw that Liam was still trying to get to his feet. He sensed this was his chance to get revenge. He grabbed a chair from under the ring and grinned wickedly as he slid into the ring. Liam turned and saw what Nitro was about to do…

Alana stumbled and was about to fall but she managed to grab onto the ropes. She heard a sickening thud and her face paled. Nitro's music hit. He and Candice scurried out of the ring: grinning like cats that got the cream. She felt sick when she saw him sprawled out in the middle of the ring.

"LIAM!" Alana yelled as she rushed over and cradled his head on her lap praying he would be okay.

Alana was sitting with Maria, Amy and Ashley later that night. They were waiting for the final match which happened to be the mixed tag match involving Jeff and Randy. Liam was still in the EMT room much to Alana's dismay.

"He'll be fine." Maria soothed as Alana nervously paced the room.

"I can't believe he did that. I mean I thought that earlier we just got caught up in the moment…" Alana mumbled to herself then stopped as she realised what she had just blurted out causing the three women to squeal with delight.

"I knew something had happened between you two!" Ashley exclaimed.

"You kissed him didn't you?" Maria gushed

"No! Well we almost kissed…" Alana began but Amy sharply cut her off.

"There's no almost about it! You either did or you didn't."

"Whoa! What the hell is wrong with you?" Ashley asked raising a brow causing Amy to sigh and calm down.

"Nothing. I'm sorry Alana. I didn't mean to be a bitch it's just this whole Jeff thing." Amy admitted as it was getting to her.

"I thought you guys sorted things out." Alana asked accepting Amy's apology as she sat with the others.

Amy sighed before turning to her friends – the match was forgotten.

"We have it's just I hate her. I physically cannot stand Beth! I know it's stupid, I mean he obviously loves her if he's getting married but I just think Jeff is making one huge mistake." Amy sadly replied and Maria put her arm around her.

"Look. Take it from me if it's meant to be between Jeff and Trish then it will happen – you just gotta give it time…"Maria began and Alana picked up where she left off.

"If not, then you…in fact we will have to face the fact that Beth is gonna be the new Mrs Hardy." Alana said gravely.

Amy smiled slightly and whooped with delight causing the other woman to give her a strange look.

"Jeff just hit Randy with a Swanton Bomb!"

The women then turned their attention to the match.

"Come on Jeff!" Trish cried causing the crowd to start chanting "Hardy" as Jeff crawled over to Randy.

Melina saw what was happening and Trish ran in and grabbed her by the hair to prevent her from breaking up the pin.

Melina struggled to break from Trish's grasp but it was no use as Jeff successfully pinned Randy.

Trish flung the other woman to the mat and wandered over to Jeff who smiled and pulled her towards him.

Trish giggled as he hugged her then laughed harder as he lifted her up and spun her in the air.

"Jeff I'm getting dizzy!" She laughed as he set her down.

"You were great!" Jeff enthused as still held her.

"You weren't so bad yourself Mr hardy." Trish smirked as they turned and waved at Randy and Melina who glared at them as they made their backstage.

Jeff helped Trish out of the ring and she put her arm around him as the two walked back up the ramp.

"So are you going to the club with the others tonight?" He asked her once they made their way backstage.

"I dunno. You?" Trish asked and he nodded.

"Going with Matt and Amy." He answered as they let go of each other.

Trish smiled slightly then saw Melina hobble over to them.

"I might go. I guess I'll see you later?" Trish said with a small smile.

"See you around Trish." Jeff drawled causing her to go weak at the knees as she watched him leave.

"I hope I'm not interrupting anything." Melina asked with a smirk.

Trish just stared at her and Melina rolled her eyes and linked arms with her as they made their way back to the locker room.

"I might go!" Melina imitated Trish who blushed. "You're playing with fire Trish." Melina declared with mock seriousness.

Trish smiled and looked at the other Diva – a glint appeared in the Canadian's eye.

"I know. And I'm about to get burnt."

A.N. Hmmm? Wonder what will happen when they find out that Beth is back! Will Liam be okay? Will Alana admit her feelings to him? Review and all shall be revealed!!

xXxArwenxXx