Author's note: Thanks to xAttitudex, Fidelitas, randy orton is the best, LULUCENA7, miss evil istar, Miss Jayy, Cheerperson, rory21, Jorrieprincess, TorrieluvsJohn and MariaCenaFan for the reviews. Just letting you guys know that Unexpected Passion will end soon. For my first story, I'm glad that I've come this far with it and I couldn't have done it without you guys. It's your reviews that made me want to make this story fun and enjoyable through each chapter. So keep them coming please, I really do appreciate it!

Note that the italics are part of a love scene. This is my first love scene I ever wrote so bear with me if it doesn't turn out good, lol. Well here goes the next chapter. Happy reading!

Chapter 26 - A Beautiful Awakening

The passionate kiss soon broke and the blue eyes were looking down upon the green ones. His eyes were sparkling with the hunger for desire. The rain was still tapping away at the rooftops.

"I never felt this way before."

She smiled softly. Her cheeks tingled a bit as her eyes were so deep into his.

"Neither have I."

"This feeling is so…I don't know how to describe it."

Maria giggled. "Unexpected?"

"Yeah it is."

"But in a wonderful way."

A smile found its way to his lips. "Mhmm."

Randy caressed Maria's angelic face and she closed her eyes as he did so. She felt the tension between them as a light warm breath blew past her face.

"Maria…" Randy muttered. His finger ran along her neck and then to her collarbone. The roaming finger slowly made its trace upon her chest. There were lips waiting to get a taste of it.

Her eyes were still closed. It felt like a dream, yet it was so real to become one. She hoped that it wasn't a dream for she wanted to be like this forever. The coconut scent was still there and before she knew it, she was drowning into it. Something tender and moist pressed gently against her chest. Then it started to move upward towards her neck and went deep into exploring. Then she sensed something else come into play. While her neck was being explored, something so warm and soft began to brush smoothly across her thigh.

"Randy…" Maria said almost breathlessly. She wanted him to take every bit of her until she would be a part of him. Her eyes soon met his as her hands caressed his cheeks affectionately. That spark between them was definitely there. There was a connection that was filled with a passion that was undeniable and unexpected…but in a wonderful way that couldn't be described.

Randy lowered his head for his lips to brush against her responsive ones. Her skin was baby soft and his hand was still stroking her thigh. Soon there was a starvation for the two bodies to connect. Flesh against flesh. The pants were soon removed and the thin nightgown was peeled off and got thrown to the floor. The heavy tears of the dark clouds seemed to be pouring away endlessly…

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Morning had finally awoken. The sound of the rain had already faded. The room was dim and the curtains were glowing softly because of the source of light from the sun outside. A couple was sleeping peacefully as they snuggled close to each other between the sheets. Her eyes soon flickered and a yawn slipped through her lips. Maria looked across at the handsome man beside her a smile was made instantly. The recollection of the night came to her. That night they shared was truly amazing.

Maria pressed her lips onto the temple and just watched him as he was sleeping soundly. This made Randy slowly turned his head to her direction and then soon after his aqua blue eyes were uncovered in a drowsily manner. And so did his smile.

"Good morning."

"Good morning," Maria replied.

"You wake me up didn't you?"

"No I didn't. I only kissed you on the temple."

"Well you wake me up anyway."

"Oh I'm sorry. I didn't think you need your beauty sleep."

Randy made a chuckle. He loved that bubbly sound of her giggles. "I think I had enough of that for one night."

"Are you sure?"

"Yeah. So did you sleep well?"

"I did." Her eyes were now piercing through his and smiled and said, "Now that I'm here in your arms."

He smiled back as she lean her head forward for her lips to meet his into a tender kiss to start the morning. Then they would lie back in each other's arms as they were basking in the afterglow of their lovemaking.

"Last night was incredible."

"It was," said Maria and sighed softly but happily. "I wish we could stay like this for the whole morning."

"I do too," said Randy while stroking her hair. "But you know, we have to leave soon so…"

"Who said we have to?"

"Maria, we have a tag match tonight."

"And?"

"We're up against Nitro and Melina."

"So?"

"Coach is going to kill us if we're not there."

"Screw him."

"Okay, I'll agree on that."

They laughed. Soon the bubbly laughter died down and then there was silence in the room as they had to take in the moment that they were sharing together. To Randy and Maria, they were now in paradise.

"So the match is tonight," said Maria, breaking the sweet silence between them.

"Yeah," said Randy.

"I don't know Randy. I know that you told me to relax but I still don't think I could pull this off."

"You can. You just need to have faith in yourself."

"I know but wouldn't I look funny in the ring? I mean I'm going to face a pro like Melina. I can't keep up with her, knowing that she has the expertise on her side."

Randy knew that she was right. They both knew that Maria was definitely not a pro wrestler so how could they get out of this match successfully?

"A disadvantage right there," he said matter-of-factly.

"That's exactly my point," said Maria and sighed. "The more I'm thinking about it, the more nervous I get."

Randy turned to face her while supporting himself on the elbow and took Maria's hand. He could see the doubt in her eyes but he had to try his best to get her self confidence on track.

"Listen, just go out there and do your best. The fans will still appreciate the effort. And so will I."

Maria smiled broadly at him. "Thank you."

Randy smiled back and kissed her hand. "Just be focus, use your maneuvers and you'll do fine."

"Okay," Maria giggled.

The eyes were connected into a loving gaze for a while and then a kiss was shared. As the kiss broke, Randy pulled off the white sheets from his body, got up from the bed and picked up his pants from the floor. He pulled them on.

"You're staying here, right?"

"Is there a reason why I should be?" Maria asked, giving him a playful eyebrow that was also made in curiosity.

"Maybe."

"Where are you going?"

He smirked as he climbed back onto the bed and kissed Maria. "Just give me a few minutes."

"Why?"

Randy chuckled. "Do you trust me or not?"

"I do but-"

Her sentence was cut abruptly when his finger was placed upon her lips.

"Then say no more," said Randy and he kissed her again. "Don't leave the room. I'll be back."

Before she could get any hint of what he was planning to do, Randy had already gone through the door. Maria could roll her eyes and sank back into the softness beneath her.

"I wonder what he's planning to do this time. He's so full of surprises."

And he was. As he reached to the bottom stair, a smirk crept up to his face when he had an idea.

"She's going to flip when she finds out what I have in store for her. She's going to love it."

With that thought in mind, Randy went to the kitchen. This had to be the most brilliant idea he came up with. She cooked dinner and wouldn't be nice to cook for her in return?

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Maria was resting her eyes a bit. Her mind was indulged on the one thing that mattered to her most. She had realized that her love for Randy was deep since the night at the beach. She could see it now. That was how it was meant to feel. It was like floating on a cloud and you would never want to fall from it. That was the kind of feeling she felt. It was the kind of feeling that she never wanted to let go of.

Maria opened her eyes and turned to the alarm clock and wondered how much time Randy needed to do whatever he was doing.

What's taking him so long?

"I'm back," She heard him say.

"Randy, what were y-"

Her jaw dropped with astonishment when she looked at him. She did not expect this but it was surely a pleasure surprise when he came in with a tray in hand.

"Oh my goodness," was all she could think of to say at that point. Randy grinned a bit by the fact that she was speechless.

"Randy, you're too romantic."

He sat down and placed the tray carefully in front of her, picked up the two crystal flutes and offering her one. "Is that a crime?"

"Yes!" said Maria and took the drink. "You're too romantic for me, seriously!"

Randy laughed. "So now you've noticed? I thought you know that by now."

"Apparently I didn't get in through my head." They laughed.

"Before we start on this delightful breakfast that you've seen before you," Randy continued. "let's make a toast first."

"Alright."

Randy smiled at her. Maria was now part of his life and he couldn't be happier. He brought his glass closer to hers.

"A toast to us."

Maria beamed. "To us." The flute met with the other to seal the toast with a clink before taking a sip of the drink of the orange juice. Or so she thought when it had tingled her mouth.

"Did you put something in this?" she asked.

"Yeah, champagne," said Randy with a playful smirk.

"Really? No wonder it's bubbly."

"What you're looking at is a special kind of beverage. It's called mimosa."

"Wow, alcohol at this time of morning. You amaze me."

Randy grinned. "I'm glad."

"And you made pancakes!" said Maria, looking at the tray in front of her. There were pancakes, scramble eggs and bacon that filled the plate along with a small bowl of strawberries on the side. "I was wondering what took you so long."

"Well now you see."

Maria nodded and grinned. "I love you."

Randy smiled back at her. "I love you too."

It was truly a beautiful awakening to this love they shared as they kissed. The new day was the start of something special for them.

Next chapter: The mixed tag match. Will they be ready for it?