Randy-
My mom held her as she cried. I sat by the door, on her bedroom floor watching. My mother brushing Art's hair back, whispering to her. What I didn't know, I couldn't hear it. I didn't know what to say or do to make this right again, to make her feel better. Melina was suppose to be here, this was her thing.
I heard someone walk up the stairs, Apollo stood there.
"What's wrong?", he asked, panic instantly kicked in.
I stood and went over to him.
"She found out about Roman Reigns and before you lie to me and act like you had no idea", I stopped.
"Yeah I knew who he was, I found her pen pal letters", he said.
I crossed my arms over my chest.
"We need to talk downstairs", I said, walking passed him.
He knew to follow and he did. My dad turned off the tv and watched us.
"Why didn't you tell me Lo?", I asked, trying not to lose it on him.
He shrugged.
"That is not an answer, you know I hate it when you and your sister do that", I said.
"After reading the letters, I realized that they liked each other. He didn't know who she was till she told him, their conversations were so easy going. Then there was Art, she was smiling again, a real smile dad", he said.
He shrugged again.
"I didn't want her to lose her smile", he said.
I nodded.
"He's not a bad guy, you should talk to him some time. You'll like him", Apollo said.
"Go on up to see your sister, I'm sure she could use some of that twin magic", I said.
He nodded before making his way upstairs. I met my dad's eyes. I sat, he didn't need to say it.
"Alright dad, out with it", I said.
He chuckled.
"They were only trying to help. I think it was a pretty good idea, just don't tell Seth I said that. It would go to his head", he said winking.
Now I chuckled.
"How was it a good idea? My daughter is upstairs crying her heart out", I said.
"You don't think he's doing the same?", he asked.
I leaned back into the couch.
"I didn't cause this", I said.
"No, you didn't but you sure as hell can fix it", he said.
"How?", I asked.
"Talk to this guy, get to know him and if he was telling the truth about not using Artemis then tell her that", he said.
"You want me to put them back together", I said, shocked mostly that he would suggest that.
He nodded.
"If you tell her that you spoke to him and that you trust him, she will too. Right now I think you're the only one she truly trusts", he said.
"I can't just forgive him for what he did", I said.
"He didn't do anything", my dad said.
"Have you forgotten my wife?", I asked.
"He didn't hurt Melina, that accident wasn't his fault. You're blaming him for something he had no say or control over. He is just as innocent in this situation as Artemis and Apollo are", he said.
I looked at my hands.
"And what happens if I do talk to him and she still wants nothing to do with him? Then what?", I asked.
"Nothing, you just sit back and watch", he said.
I sighed.
"I can't talk to him now, I'm too angry", I said.
"That's fine, besides I think this whole mess should wait till after Thanksgiving.", he said.
"I don't even know if I want my own family in my house. I just need to think, I need air", I said standing.
"Randy", my dad said.
I looked at him.
"I won't drink, I promise. I know what happens when I angry drink", I said.
My dad nodded. I grabbed my keys and walked out.
Paige-
My date had brought me to a bar. We were in the middle of eating when I saw Randy walk in. I watched him for a bit. He ordered a beer. He didn't take his eyes off of it. Lifting it and swirling the beer inside, he licked his lips. He wanted too, he really wanted too. I looked at Alberto.
"I think I see someone I know, I'm going to go say hi", I said.
He nodded and I stood. I walked over to Randy and tapped his shoulder. He looked surprised to see me.
"Hey", he said.
"What are you doing Randy?", I asked.
He looked back at the beer. We all knew that when he was angry, drinking wasn't the best idea.
"Just thinking, trying to beat temptation", he said.
"Just think about Artemis and Apollo", I said, patting his back.
"I am", he said.
I nodded.
"Did you know?", he asked.
"I was the second brain behind the operation. Yeah", I said.
He nodded.
"Why him? Why not someone else? Hell AJ was back", he said not angry, frustrated was more like it.
"Because he was the only other person who understood what Artemis was feeling. He might not have lost his father the way Art lost Melina, but he did lose him", I said.
He looked at me.
"Seth just wanted everyone to be happy again because it's what Mel would have wanted. Do you really think she would like seeing you like this? The twins? Always mad", I said.
"No. I know, I get it but I just miss her so much", he said sadly.
"We all miss her", I said, squeezing his arm.
I noticed Carmella come in with a few other women. She hadn't noticed Randy yet, I smiled.
"Maybe it's about time you found someone new", I said.
"I can't", he sighed.
"You can, you just need to try. How about her?", I said, gesturing with my chin towards Carmella.
He turned and saw her. He watched her smile and in turn, smiled as well.
"Everyone walks into our lives for a reason, maybe Mel is trying to tell you something", I said.
"I could never love someone the way I loved my wife", he said, turning to look at me.
"Good, you shouldn't. You should fall in love with Carmella not because she reminds you of Mel, but because you want to love her", I said.
"Hey, fancy seeing you here", Carmella said, touching Randy's arm.
We looked at her, she saw me.
"Oh, are you on a date?", she asked, removing her hand.
"No", Randy and I said quickly.
Carmella looked relieved.
"I'm Paige, his sister", I said, shaking her hand.
"Its nice to meet you, but I thought you only had twin sisters?", she asked Randy.
"She's my sister in law, Seth's future Mrs.", he said.
Carmella nodded. I looked back at Alberto.
"Well not anymore", I said.
Randy looked in the direction I was looking at.
"You know, no matter what, you're still my sister. I'm going to protect you the way I protect the twins", he said.
I smiled and kissed his cheek.
"He's scared, but he's not an idiot. Let's just hope he's not too late", he said.
I smiled at Randy.
"I'll leave you two to talk, have fun and don't stay out too late", I said.
Carmella and Randy laughed. I walked back over to my table, taking a peek at Randy. They were talking.
Seth-
No, I wasn't okay with this. I knew Paige's favorite bar and if he let her pick, she would be there. I walked in, looking around. I noticed Randy talking to Carmella. She pointed at me and he turned.
"Seth", he said.
I continued to scan the room, ignoring my brother. Spotting her at a booth with another man. I quickly made my way over, they were getting ready to leave. Her eyes met mine.
"Don't interrupt", I said.
I noticed my brother stand close by just in case Paige's date decided to do something. No matter how mad he was at me, he would have my back.
Paige nodded.
"I love you and I know I've completely fucked this up, us. I was afraid, afraid that you would get sick of my nightmares, waking up early and not being able to go back to sleep. I've seen things people shouldn't see. I don't want you to have to carry that with me, so I pushed you away because you can do better", I said.
She wanted to say something but didn't, letting me talk.
"But I don't want you to do better. I want you with me, I need you.", I said.
I pulled the ring out of my pocket and got down on one knee. Her jaw dropped a bit, her eyes watery.
"I want to finish it this time. No more breaks or pauses, marry me?", I asked.
She bit her bottom lip.
"Is that new?", she asked.
I nodded.
"It's a fresh start", I said.
She looked at Alberto.
"Sorry", she said.
She looked at me and smiled, nodding.
"Yes", she said.
I slipped the ring on her finger, kissing the palm of her hand before standing and kissing her.
"We are getting married before you leave", she said.
I nodded.
"Whatever you want my love", I said.
She smiled. I felt someone pat my back, my brother smiled.
"Congrats, I'm happy for you", he said, before hugging Paige.
"Thanks", I said, I knew he was still mad.
"I told you, he's not an idiot", he said to her.
She smiled.
"I'll leave you two, enjoy yourselves", he said, before walking back over to the bar.
I noticed Carmella. I pointed and Paige nodded.
"He's trying", Paige whispered.
I nodded and kissed her.