"Searchin' for a hero"
A John/Ashley fanfic
Thanks for the reviews guys, wow chap#21! When i started writing this fic i'd never think that i could write so much lol : P
As usual i don't own antyhing and i'm sorry if there are some mistakes, english is not my own language i'm trying my best!
A/N Let's pretend that Trish is not leaving ufter this ppv (i already miss her!) but she's going to take just some time off (kind of a month, maybe two) for the marriage, k?
Chapter 21 "Unforgiven"
When Ashley opened her eyes the morning after was immediately greeted by John's smile, looking at her laid next to him.
-Hey –She said softly caressing his cheek and smiled at him.
-Morning baby –He said placing his hand on hers and linking their fingers; he was half turned to her, with the head on his other hand and his elbow on the pillow.
-Already awake? –She sweetly asked.
He smiled –I couldn't sleep.
-Something wrong? What were you thinking?
-I couldn't sleep because I couldn't help but look at you, -he said revealing his dimples- I was just thinking that you're so beautiful…!
-Awww my boyfriend is the sweetest! –She giggled- But that's not fair.
-What? –He asked amused, still playing with her fingers.
-That you stare at me while I'm still asleep, it's not fair! I can't be super cute 24/7! –She pouted.
-Too bad if you can't, cause you just are. –He said sweetly and still amused.
-Okay but stop smiling like that cause it's too early for me to stand your lady-killers dimples.
John laughed –C'm here.
As she adjusted in his arms he kissed her forehead. –I'm sorry that your night was ruined, everything you set…
-It's okay, it wasn't big deal, and we could have it another time.
He placed an arm around her waist. –Just wanted you to know that I appreciated it anyway.
-Glad you do. –Ashley smiled.
-Do you think we can set it again for tonight?
-John! –She said surprised- Are you serious?
-Yeah… I mean why not… -He said with a puzzled look.
-Tonight we have to celebrate!
-Have we?
-Hey boyfriend, are we having the same conversation here? –She said amused- Tonight that's the night that my champ takes back what's his!
-Oh Unforgiven, yes. –He nodded without enthusiasm.
-No, no, don't "Oh unforgiven, yes" me, what's wrong?
-I don't know, -he shook his head- I don't want to let you down.
-Hey, -she said softly and gently caressed his cheek- you could never let me down, never. Okay, we both know it's a difficult match, he has always won it, you've never been in a TLC, he and his hoe always cheat to win against you and so on… but you're never done anything to let me on anyone else down! When you go out there you do your best in spite of everything else and that's why you're champ inside here. –She said placing a hand on his heart. Then she added- You know, my trainer once said that I don't have to be afraid of any match cause I got everything in me; if I do my best that's what cares, not the result. And I really trust my trainer, do you wanna know why?
-Why? –He echoed.
-Cause he's the best and I love him. –She smiled.
-Thanks. –He said after a deep breath and smiled back at her. –That's what I needed.
-Anytime, it's just the truth.
-I love you, Ash.
She kissed him. –Me too, and I know that tonight you'll be the champ again. I believe in you.
-And what about you? Plans for today?
-I need to talk with Trish.
-Girls stuff?
-No, -she laughed- job stuff. I want to give Lita the proper payback.
He nodded and smirked –What a fighter my girl! –Then he frowned- Just be careful, okay?
-Don't worry, a broken hand won't stop me. –She gave him a peck on the lips and stood up.
-Wait wait where are you going now? –He protested trying to stop her.
-To take a shower. –She giggled.
-Okay, I'm ready. –He smirked and stood up.
-What? –She laughed- I'm going to take a shower, you'll wait for your turn!
-But you need help with the cast! – He smirked and followed her in the bathroom while she laughed.
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-I've taken back your clothes, -Ashley said entering Trish's room a half hour later- Thanks. –She smiled.
-You're welcome. –Trish smiled back at her; she was sat on her bed with a wedding magazine on her crossed legs and a sidekick in her hands. Ashley sat down next to her.
-So, -the Canadian said- since he came back to sleep here –she pointed at the bed in front of hers- I guess that you and John are okay again…
The 2005 Diva Search Winner giggled –You guess right.
-I told you so…! –Trish said in a singsong tone.
-I know you did, thanks. –She said amused and hugged her best friend.
-Anytime, that's what best friends are for, isn't it? –She smiled.
-Sure! –Ashley said doing her 'rock on' thing.
-And so since you're my best friend… would you please try to stop him snoring? I'm going crazy!
Ashley laughed as she took Trish's pillow and placed it on Randy's face. –Volume down.
Trish couldn't hold a laughter –Thanks but remind me to change my pillowcase later.
-Poor Randy! –Ashley giggled, then she pointed at the Canadian's sidekick –Chatting with your future husband?
-He's coming tonight! –Trish yelled excited.
-That's awesome! Guest star at Unforgiven: Chris Jericho!
-Yeah, -she smiled- since it's my last match before the wedding and the honeymoon…
-I'd rather say since you're going to win your 7th championship… -She winked.
-Yeah, maybe. Anyway I'm glad to have him here.
-I bet. –Ashley smiled. –But, trust me, tell him as first thing that you've shared the room with another man…
Trish laughed –'k thanks for the advice! And speaking of… he can't sleep here tonight, I'm sorry. I want the room for me and Chris!
Ashley giggled –No problem, I owe you.
-Maybe John won't be so happy. –The former women's champion smirked.
-Whatever. –She laughed- And about tonight…
-Yeah?
-If John wins I'd like to go to celebrate at a club all together, are you in?
-Of course I'm in!
-Perfect! So now I can tell the others but John doesn't have to know, it' s a surprise!
-Okay… so don't tell Maria yet or bye bye surprise!
Ashley laughed –Okay, you'll tell her later!
While they were still talking about their plans for that night, Randy woke up. He took the pillow that Ashley placed on his face and gave the two girls a puzzled look –WTF? –He mumbled.
Trish and Ashley laughed so hard that they laid down on the bed.
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xxx Unforgiven arena xxx
Ashley was talking with Trish in the backstage.
-So are you ready?
-Yes! –Trish smiled- Can't wait to kick Lita's ass!
-And speaking of… I want to give her the proper payback, it was all her fault!
Trish nodded –I agree.
-So… do you think I could do something already tonight? –She asked uncertainly.
-Sure, it would be great!
-Are you sure? I mean it's your match, your hometown…
-Absoultely! –Trish smiled –Can't think of a better occasion.
-Thanks hun. –Ashley hugged her bf.
-You're welcome and now tell me your plan!
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20 minutes later Ashley and Trish had set everything for the later match; then she talked with Randy, Torrie, Lilian, Carlito, HBK and Jeff Hardy about her idea to celebrate John's win. She had just left Lilian when she entered John's locker room.
-Hey, what an outfit! –John yelled in the same instant he saw her.
She was wearing a military short dress. (A/N like the one she was wearing at Raw last week during the Lumberjack Match between Melina and Torrie). –Well since you're the marine I thought I should wear something appropriate… -She smirked.
John grabbed her arm and made her sit on his lap. –I love it. –He smirked.
-That was exactly my idea. –She giggled placing an arm around his neck.
-Have you talked with Trish?
-Yes, I'm going to interfere just a little to help her pinning Lita and that would be great! –She smiled- I just have to be sure that the ref doesn't see me.
-And with your hand.
-I will, don't worry. –She smiled- And you? Are you ready?
-What, you're the new member of DX? –He said amused.
-C'mon seriously…
-I am. –He reassured her with a smile- Ready and focused.
-I knew you'd be. –Then she started playing distractedly with his fingers, not looking at him.
-Hey, what's wrong? –He softly asked putting his hand under her chin and making her look in his eyes.
-I'm worried…
-About my match?
She nodded.
-I'm going to be okay, I promise you.
-It's not that I don't trust you, you know I do, and I know you'll be great out there but it's just that…
-I know, I hate that stipulation too.
-I don't trust him… -She said with a worried tone- If he has the chance to hurt you, he will! I'm sure!
-I promise you I'll be okay. –He said caressing her cheek.
-Okay… cause I want you back as you are now, not in pieces.
-Don't worry. –He kissed her.
They stayed like this on the couch for several minutes, with her head resting on his shoulder and his hands around her waist. Then Trish interrupted them.
-I'm ready, we should go.
-Yep! –Ashley smiled and gave him a quick kiss before standing up.
-Good luck with your belt. –John told Trish.
-Yeah back at ya. –She winked.
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Trish's music hit and the crowd went crazy, they were in her hometown of Toronto.
Ashley hugged her –Good luck best friend!
It was a great match, with Trish giving all she could and Lita following her rhythm.
Lita had already avoided a stratusfaction; while Trish was getting ready to give her one, Edge came out to help his girlfriend. He distracted Trish in the middle of the move letting Lita hold the ropes. So while the referee was yelling to Edge to not get involved, Ashley arrived. She jumped on the ring (but outside the ropes) and gave Lita (who was in a sort of 619 position) a chick kick making her fall inside the ring. Trish immediately held her legs and turned the redhead on the mat, applying a perfect sharpshooter. Lita tapped out as the crowd went crazy and Trish celebrated her 7th championship; she pointed at Ashley who pointed back at her and winked; then she raised her bf's hand on their way from the ring.
-Congratulations! –Ashley yelled hugging Trish as soon as they were behind the curtain.
-Thanks, hun! –She smiled happily- What a chick kick!
-I learnt from the best! –And they hugged again.
-I bet I'll pass it to you soon… -She winked pointing at the belt and ran to hug Y2J.
Ashley gave a high five to Randy who was there ready for his match against Carlito and ran back to John.
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-Hey! –She greeted him with a huge smile entering the room.
-How awesome was my girl? –He hugged her.
-Not big deal, but I'm super glad that Trishy won!
John gave her a quick kiss –You were great! I'd better go now cause I'm up next, after Randy's match.
-Yeah… -She nodded and took his hand breaking the hug– I'm coming with you.
-No babe, I prefer you wait here.
-But… I always come with you till the curtain… -She protested.
-I know and I love it, but not tonight.
-But-
-It's not like I don't want you with me, -he added- but as you said earlier it's a tough match… I don't want you to watch it behind the curtain and plus I don't trust Edge, you could easily get involved especially after what you did to Lita.
-Okay… you're probably right…
-Just watch it here with Randy, 'k?
-Okay baby, -Ashley said and kissed him- promise me you'll be careful…
-I do, -He answered and gave her another kiss- don't worry.
And then he opened the door.
-John, wait! –She yelled.
-Yeah? –He turned to her.
-Good luck –She smiled and made the military salute.
-I love you. –He smiled back at her.
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The match was going on since 20 minutes; John was right about not wanting Ashley there cause it was really tough. Both he and Edge were already fallen from the top of the ladders and hit with chairs. The crowd was cheering only for Edge but that didn't scare John. He took Edge in a STFU through the ladder.
-C'mon he tapped! –Ashley desperately yelled pressing her nails on Randy's arm.
-It doesn't matter, -he explained her- there's no tap out in the stipulation.
-Shit!
Then when John was almost on the top of the ladder Lita came out and made him fall outside the ring, on a table.
-OMG! –Ashley yelled hiding her face against Randy's shoulder.
-He's okay, don't worry… look. –He reassured her when John tried to stand up next to the referee who was checking him.
-That hoe! –She yelled.
The match kept on these high rhythms when finally John was able to FU Edge on two tables from the top of a ladder and took the belt. The bell rang as Lilian announced –Here's your champ and the new WWE Champion: JOHN CENA!