"Nick, what are you doing here, how did you know where I lived"
"A simple hello would have been nice" he quipped
"You should be at the arena, you are going to get in trouble"
"Look, Mel, I heard what happened" he said "I just wanted to make sure you were okay"
"I'm fine" I snapped as I turned my key to open the door
"Melanie"
"Nick, look if you are trying to wiggle your way in because I am having a weak moment, its not going to happen, thank you for coming but just leave"
"Come on Mel, please just"
"Nick, go away, I don't need you, goodnight"
Jeff threw his things into his suitcase as Finn walked in the locker room.
"What are you doing" Finn asked
"Packing"
"Why"
"I got suspended" said Jeff
"For how long"
"Three weeks" Jeff said as he looked over at the chair he threw earlier which was still laying on the floor.
Jeff finished packing as Finn got ready for his match.
"Is she okay" Jeff asked quietly
Finn stopped what he was doing and looked over at his friend. He knew he was asking about Melanie.
"Not really" Finn said
It had been six weeks since my Raw visit, I have been keeping my promise with my friends as to not be a stranger. I have spoken to Nattie and Alexa at least every other day, and John and Braun on occasion. I was filled in by John about Jeff's suspension and also that since he has returned back he has been his old self again and behaving. John also said that Jeff had apologized to everyone which made my heart sink since I have yet to receive an apology.
I was finishing up putting my groceries away when my phone rang.
"Hello"
"Hey Mel, its John"
'Hey, how are you"
"Good thanks, how are you"
"I am doing okay" I said
"Mel, the reason for my call is, I am having a birthday party for Alexa this Saturday and I would love for you to come"
I didn't get a chance to answer since John continued.
"I know its short notice, since it is Tuesday and I understand if you can't come but"
"John" I said as he kept speaking "John
"Sorry Mel" he said"
"Its okay, and I would love to come"
"Really, I mean great" said John "Alexa will be ecstatic, just don't tell her you are coming, I want you to be a surprise"
"Um, okay" I said
John gave me all the details and we said our goodbyes. I was quite ecstatic as well, but also nervous, since this would be my first time back in Orlando in six months.
Saturday was here before I knew it, literally to the point that I was now driving to Alexa's party. Being back in Orlando brought back alot of memories, good and bad, but this trip wasn't about me going down memory lane, I was here for my best friend's party. I pulled up to John's house, there was already quite a few cars and I suddenly got really nervous. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I kept trying to tell myself to relax and just enjoy the night.
I got out of my car and walked to the front door, but before I could ring the door bell, the door swung open.
"Melanie"
"John" I said with a laugh as we hugged
"I am so happy you are here" John said "Alexa is going to flip when she sees you"
We walked through the foyer into the kitchen, I could see the backyard from there.
"Wow, you really outdid yourself Cena" I said
There was a DJ and dance floor, open bar, tons of food, balloons, decorations and a huge cake
He laughed and opened the back door for me and I walked outside.
"Melanie" Alexa screamed
She ran towards me and we hugged.
"Happy Birthday" I said
"Oh my goodness, I can't believe you are here" she squealed
"You can thank him" I pointed to John
"Best birthday present ever" she said
I laughed "Not sure about that"
"Yes you are" she said with a smile
She gave John a hug "Thank you, Thank you" she repeated
"Your welcome" he said "now go enjoy your party"
I smiled at John as Alexa grabbed my hand and lead me to a table, I put my purse down and looked up and across the yard at another table was Jeff, Finn and Randy. Jeff looked down but I waved at the rest who returned with waves and smiles.
"Hey fun size twin"
I turned around to see Braun
"Hey Braun"
"Its good to see you" he gave me a hug
"You too"
'Let me buy you a drink" Braun said "white wine right"
"Yes" I said "and thank you"
"Alexa, you all set" Braun asked
"I'm good, thanks"
Braun nodded "be right back"
I took a seat next to Alexa.
"John really out did himself" I said to her
"I know, he is amazing" she said with a smile "So how long are you here for?"
"I leave tomorrow afternoon" I said
Alexa gave me a sad face "really, I wish you could stay longer so we can hang out"
Braun came back with my drank and took a seat next to me.
"Why the sad face birthday girl" Braun asked
"Mel is only here until tomorrow afternoon" Alexa said
Braun gave me the sad face too and I burst out laughing.
"Thanks guys, make me feel guilty"
They both started laughing.
"But seriously Mel" said Braun "its great having you here, its like the old gang is back together again"
I cringed a little. "it is nice but its minus one" I said as I looked over at Jeff
"He is back to his old self again" Alexa said
I nodded "John told me"
"He even apologized to everyone" Braun chimed in.
I cringed again.
The DJ started the music up.
"Hey lets dance" Alexa said as she grabbed my arm.
"You coming" I said to Braun with a smirk
"Haha, yeah right" he said with a laugh.
The next several hours were filled of dancing, eating, drinks and of course a lovely rendition of "Happy Birthday" to the birthday girl.
After the cake was cut and served and before Alexa could drag me back onto the dance floor, I went inside to use the rest room. After I used the bathroom, I was about to open the door to go outside when Jeff walked in. My heart began to race, as we quietly stared at each other for a few seconds.
"Hi" I said
"Hi"
"How have you been"
"Okay" he said "you"
"Okay"
"Melanie" I heard Alexa say my name as she walked towards us "Lets dance"
Jeff smirked.
"I guess I should get back out there with the birthday girl" I said
"I guess so" said Jeff
I went to walk past Jeff when he grabbed my hand, I looked up at him.
"Um, nothing, never mind" he said as he let go of my hand and walked away.
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