"Wow. That was kind of gross," Michael said looking up at Kim.

"Yeah, I agree," she replied smiling at him.

"Was that…supposed to happen?" he asked. Kim brow wrinkled into a thoughtful frown.

"I doubt it, although going into those kinds of matches the wrestlers know they are at risk for severe injuries and stuff."

"Wow. Does my dad do matches like these?" he asked. Kim could tell that he was now worried.

"Yeah, but your dad can take care of himself. After all, he was the one that made the ladder match famous," she replied happily.

"Oh ok. I'll try not to worry then." Kim smiled before turning to Brittney.

"Brit?"

"Hmmm?"

"What do you think about that match?" she asked. Brittney shot her a worried look and Kim nodded in agreement. Something was up during that match.

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"You guys were AWESOME!" London and Kendrik shouted as the Hardyz limped their way to the back.

"Thanks man," Matt said weakly. "My body says otherwise though," he joked.

"Yeah you two do seem to go a little…naw, you guys rocked, but um…how's Mercury?" London asked.

"I don't know. That see saw…I thought we had decided to scratch it from the match seeing as we didn't get to test it, but I guess I was wrong," Matt replied.

"They did it on purpose," Jeff said softly.

"Uh…we'll catch you guys later," Matt said nervously as he pushed Jeff and Melina to the back. They entered the male locker room and plopped down on one of the benches. Melina sat down nervously next to Jeff. No one said a word.

"Wow. That match was intense," Shawn said to Hunter. "I don't think I could have done it any better than those four."

"Yeah, but I don't know. It seems that there was more to it than that."

"I agree. Matt and Jeff have been acting strange all night now that you mention it."

"Yeah, but why? What's got those two so worked up?" Shawn thought about it for a moment and then it hit him.

"It must have something to do with Melina."

"Why do you say that?"

"I talked to Matt and Jeff earlier today. Jeff hinted that he was having female issues…Melina left the ring with Matt and Jeff. It doesn't make sense if she's engaged to Nitro."

"Or was from the looks of it. Anyway, you need to go get ready for your match against Edge. I'll be seeing you when it's DX time," he said with a smirk.

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"Melina! Where the hell are you?" Nitro shouted. He had quickly made his way to the back in search of his bride to be. He burst open the men's locker room door to find Melina sitting next to Jeff. Her eyes got wide with fear when he entered the room.

"What is this?" he asked. "Why the hell did you leave me in the ring like that?"

"Well…I…" she stammered but Jeff cut her off.

"Because she's with me now."

"Excuse me. I don't think I…"

"You heard me the first time you dickhead. Melina is with me now," he replied staring Nitro down.

"My fiancé…with you? Don't make me…" he laughed out loud. "Melina, let's get out of here. My back hurts and I need you to rub it down." Melina sat there on the bench and didn't move a muscle. Nitro glared at her, his eyes flashing with anger. "Did you not hear me? I said let's…"

"I'm not going," she whispered, looking down at the floor.

"Oh?"

"You heard her now get the fuck out of here Nitro before I have to hurt you," Matt snapped.

"That's right. It's two on one so the odds are clearly not in your favor. You don't deserve a woman like Melina."

"What the hell do you know about her?" Nitro snapped.

"I know," Jeff started standing to his feet to face him, "that you have beat this woman one too many times. A person who beats on women in my book is a pathetic loser. Get the fuck out of here and in case you missed the telegram, your wedding is off. The first time she goes down the isle, it will be with someone worthy, hopefully me if we last long enough." Nitro stared wildly at Matt and Jeff before stomping angrily out of the locker room. Jeff pulled Melina into a warm embrace as she cried into him chest.

"Th…thank you both so much," she cried.

"That's ok princess. He'll never hit you ever again," he whispered, running his fingers through her hair.

"I'll leave you two alone for a while. I'm gonna go clean up and all." Matt smiled to himself as he left Jeff with Melina. Good job bro.

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"So what match is up next Miss Kim? They keep showing my dad on the screen but I haven't seen him anywhere," Michael asked sadly.

"He should be coming up soon sweetie. He's in the Main Event which means he's the most important tonight."

"Oh really?"

"Yep. He has the chance to become the World Heavyweight Champion tonight, if he can beat Edge."

"Oh wow…but…my dad isn't all that big compared to that Batista guy we saw earlier."

"Yeah, you're right sport but you don't have to worry about your dad. He's the best. Big things come in small packages," Brittney added. "I've seen your dad row with the biggest and the baddest. He's lost a few but won most of them and that is all that matters. Edge is going to have his work cut out for him."

"Yeah Brittney's right…not to mention Edge isn't really all that big. He's just a big cheat."

"Oh ok. I can't wait to see my dad!" Michael exclaimed.

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Shawn stood behind the curtain and stretched while waiting for his music to hit. Since it was Mania, he decided to go out to his own 'Sexy Boy' theme music because by the end of the night, the fans would be guaranteed to hear the DX theme.

"Hey…hey Shawn!" Shawn turned to see Hunter hurrying towards him.

"What's up?"

"Oh man, you won't believe what I just heard," he said. He looked like he was almost out of breath.

"What did you hear? Wait—never mind that. I can't wait until the match is over. I have been thinking about Kim all night and I think I'm going to have her and Michael join me in the ring tonight after the match. What do you think?" Before Hunter could answer, Michael's music hit.

"Gotta run bro…see you in a few."

Oh man…I hope he doesn't do anything stupid…

AN: Sorry the chapter was so short but you know how that goes. As you can see, I am finishing this up pretty quickly. Everytime I get some free time, I am putting the finishing touches on the story. Yes, the ending will probably leave room for a sequel, but don't expect me to write it anytime soon. Time is of the essence. Enjoy!