Chapter 29

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Your are damn lucky you never suffered anything more serious. What the hell were you all thinking!? Roman, no matter who gives you a role in a match, you stick to it. It was a freaking Diva's match too!" Steph had been ranting and raving for almost half an hour whilst Roman and Dean sat with Karlee and Alice, trying to sort out what happened.

"What am I meant to do on Tonight! Karlee, you have a permanent spot on my show and what am I meant to do, put you out in a neck brace and Alice in crutches?" You have less than four hours to come up with something. Sofia is being sent out with Megan and Layla and she will apologise for what they set up last night. What you do is up to you but Karlee, I will warn you now. If my show ends up in a bitchy, messy brawl, I'm holding you responsible." Karlee should have nodded, tucked tail and ran but she was the victim in all of this.

"You know what Steph, maybe if you took your head out of your ass and concentrated on the physical and mental well-being of your Diva's instead of watching the viewer-ship go up, you might not have to deal with us getting injured. These girls have been hounding my ass for months and I've done nothing to deserve it. Now they're after Alice, whose been lucky if she's been in the ring for more than five minutes. Yet you are seriously standing there and blaming us?" Karlee stood up and squared up to Steph, the neck brace making her feel stupid and small. Steph stood there, her jaw on the floor while Paul sat in the corner and watched the two of them go head to head.

"Don't you EVER speak to me like that again, you understand? I am your boss!" Karlee snorted.

"Really? Well do your job and look and look after your talent better. Until then, if Sofia brings her shit storm to the ring, I will do everything in my power to fight her off." And with that Karlee turned on her heel and walked out of the office. She didn't realise the rest of them had stood up and were following her. She just felt tense. Never in a million years would she have ever dreamt of having that kind of conversation, especially with Steph. But it had to be said. It wasn't fair. She felt a hand clamp down on her arm and she spun around, ready to scream at who she thought was Dean. She was pleasantly surprised to follow the arm and see it belonged to someone fully clothed. And also with a very weird, now all black head of hair.

"We heard your little blow-out in catering. Nice to see you again kid!" Karlee launched forward and wrapped her arms around Seth. He hugged her back and when she pulled back he cocked his head to his left.

"I think there is someone who wants to meet you in your locker room. Her swollen ankles protested at the queue in catering. Karlee grinned and took off in a sprint towards her locker room, the flats she was wearing making in incredibly easy to do so. And sure enough when she swung the door open, Kaitlyn was laying on the couch, a half tub of frozen yoghurt in her hands. Which soon went up in the air when Karlee fell beside her, a now non existent barrier opening and the flood appearing from her eyes.

"Jeez, a hello how are you would have been fine." Kaitlyn exclaimed as she pulled Karlee's sobbing mess onto her lap. Karlee picked at the Velcro attachments on her neck brace and Kaitlyn took the hint and gently pulled it from around her neck and slipped it onto the coffee table. She played with Karlee's hair, braiding it in different places as she let her red-headed friend compose herself.

"Now. Do you think you could bring yourself to tell me what's going on?" Karlee sniffed and sat up straight, reaching over and locking the door.

"I'm sorry Kait, I've just really missed you. Everything turned to shit for me when you left and I missed having you there. If it weren't for Alice, I would have nobody." Kaitlyn pulled her in and squeezed her hard, Karlee's hand accidentally coming to rest on her bump.

"Wow, look at you Mama! Are you sure it's just the two you have in there?" Kaitlyn gigged and rubbed her huge stomach.

"Yup! But enough about the future karate kids in my stomach, trust me they are going wild right now, what's bugging you?" Karlee sighed.

"Apart from the fact I lost my belt after not even having it for 24 hours? I've had Megan and Sofia on my back for months, and now Layla."

"Really, three bitches that can barely string a promo together have you all wound up like this. Is there something you aren't telling me honey?" Karlee nodded slightly.

"Me and Dean sort of finished. I mean sort of in the fact we aren't in a relationship, just each others pants from time to time." Kaitlyn made an extremely surprised face.

"Oh. Well." Kaitlyn was speechless and it was bugging Karlee as to why.

"What? That sounds like a disapproving Mom voice." Kaitlyn smiled and reached out for her hand.

"I'm just surprised that's all, you and Dean were meant for each other and its just surprising that you've... grown apart. Karlee let out yet another sigh.

"I just don't know what to do any more Kait, it's all getting too much and I'm scared that I'm going to blow up! Everything with Dean and Megan's supposed child to us splitting and him telling me I need to 'find myself'. I'm worried he doesn't love me any more." Kaitlyn put her hand up to Karlee's face.

"Stop right there woman. I can tell you for a fact, that man loves you more than anything in the world. We all see the way he looks at you on TV even for the silliest things. He cares about you and he just doesn't want to much up what yo have together. He's love you since that day he saved you from getting crushed from Tommy Dreamer under that table. Remember? He does have you first on his list of priorities. If he didn't love you and care about you, he would have left months ago, when things started getting tricky. Not to mention that he's given up a lot career wise." Karlee's head snapped to Kaitlyn and she pulled her hand away.

"What? What is that supposed to mean?" Was she insinuating that Karlee was holding him back? Kaitlyn shook her head with a smile.

"I never meant anything bad, I was just trying to show you how much he loves you. The kid could have been a serious champ or at last contender for the word heavyweight but instead he's pushed it onto the side burner to help you through fighting those three cows." Karlee's hand shot to her mouth, covering it and trying to not start crying again.

"Oh my god, I was too self obsessed to even notice that. Holy Shit." Kaitlyn grabbed her hand back and rubbed circles onto her palm something that always use to clam her.

"It's nothing bad, he just chose who he wanted to follow and instead of himself, he followed you." Kaitlyn was right. He had given up a large and potentially HOF making opportunity to follow her into the depths of pink and fake tan, also known as the Diva's division.

"Now, I'm telling you this as your sister form another mister. You are going to fight those three women. You are going to take care of them and instead of jumping onto something else once they are out of the picture, you are going to take a break. And I mean a break from the ring. Come see the babies and spend some time helping me out. Because as much as I now Seth will be a brilliant father, it's going to take some getting used to synchronised shitty diapers." Karlee laughed and nodded. She hadn't even thought about taken a break before. There was no point in taking one now when Sofia and her posse were still running wild, she wouldn't be able to relax. But once they were taken care of, there was nothing stopping her taking a vacation.

"And then and only then do you and Dean lock yourself in a dark room and talk everything out. And hopefully get back together. I want my bridesmaid and best man to actually be on talking terms at my wedding." Karlee smiled and leant into her friend, giving her a warm and sincere hug.

"Thank you Kait. How I'm going to manage the rest of this time without you is beyond me." A thump at the door broke them both from their moment. Karlee jumped to her feet, rubbing her eyes and mouthing to Kaitlyn to make sure she looked okay. After a nod, she opened the door and all three members of the Shield spilled in, along with Alice.

"Everything okay?" Seth asked as he sat next to his pregnant Fiancé. Karlee nodded and moved to let Alice sit down, her crutches giving her a hard time walking. Roman slid down in behind her and grabbed her hips, settling her on top of his lap. Dean and Karlee just opted to stand against the vanity bench that stretched across the whole of the room.

"Just having a little heart to heart with your baby mama." Dean and Seth exchanged glances, a look that didn't go unnoticed and it was clear that the two of the had done the same. Karlee absent mindedly took a hand up to her neck, softly pressing down on the bruised part of her neck where it was most uncomfortable. Dean sighed and picked up with black neck brace and quickly attached it, giving her a warning look with his eyes not to take it off again.

"Right, first things first. What do we do tonight? I don't wanna be caught out again." Alice interjected into the silence, causing the tension to break. Kaitlyn waved her hand a little.

"I know this has nothing to do with me, but can I suggest something." Karlee motioned for her to keep talking.

"I know it's Raw, but how about using some other kind of platform to speak to Sofia. Maybe Miz TV.? It would give you a chance to answer questions that people want answered and you would have extra back up in case she started anything." Karlee nodded. The Miz was there and if he didn't have a match, it could potentially work. Dean clicked his fingers, he was having an obvious lightulb moment.

"I have an idea. Do you trust me to go and sort it without telling you?" Karlee quizzed him with her eyes but knew she could trust him.

"Go on then. In the meantime, I'll get me and hop along ready for the show." Alice scowled and threw her crutch at Karlee just as Dean slipped out of the door.

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Seth and Roman had gone on a food raid at catering whilst Dean had disappeared. That left the three girls alone, chatting and getting ready for the show.

"Aw, I really miss this part of the shows. Me and Karlee used to do each other's make-up and when we worked in ECW, we always used to match out outfits, even if we were against each other." Alice smiled as she sat on the couch. She had given Kaitlyn full access to her suitcase, asking her to find something for her to wear. It was also a good chance for the two to get to now each other better since Kaitlyn left soon after she came onto the scene.

"How about this? I have a pair of red flats you could ave to go with it?" She had picked a white Jean and red shit combo but Alice listed her long dress up to reveal the thick structure that wrapped around her leg.

"I could take it off and wear tights. It is black and I'm sure I have a pair in there that are the same colour." Kaitlyn smiled and sure enough pulled out a pair of black black tights and a red skirt. Karlee laughed as she showed the other two the top she was going to be wearing. Karlee took a deep breath and pulled her black vest over her head, groaning when it got stuck on the Velcro of the brace.

"Kaitlyn, a little help please?" Alice laughed and Karlee soon heard the tell tale sound of a phone camera.

"That goes online and you will be on crutches for a lot longer than a week!" She cried when she was just in her bra. Alice had tears streaming from her eyes with laughter as she handed the phone for Karlee to see the offending picture. Okay, even she had to admit, it did look funny.

"You are a pain in the ass, you know that." Alice sweetly smiled and slowly stood up to brush her hair in the mirror, wrapping it around a bun and securing it in place. She put on minimal make up, knowing tonight wasn't a showcase. She then sat back down and began the slow process of pulling the strap off her leg. Kaitlyn bent down to help her although when she was finished Karlee had to help her back up, her bump making it really hard. Alice slipped the tights on and the skirt and stood up.

"I really like this, Thanks Kaitlyn!" She gave her new found friend a hug and stripped her own shirt, pulling on the long sleeved black cropped one.

"You both look lovely, crutches, neck brace and all." Kaitlyn grins, twenty minutes later when they are all dressed and made up. Karlee pulled Kaitlyn into the middle and took a picture of them all, smiling.

"I love you two, never forget that!" She hugged them close, both the girls knowing she meant something a lot deeper than just a random hug and pat on the back.

"Right. I wonder where those boys got to? I'm worried that Ambrose has set us up with Lawler or something. I'll kill him if he has!" Alice started to panic, pulling her strap back onto her leg. The big bulky thing looked horrible but it helped the healing process. Karlee pulled on some killer heels. Black of course, to match her blazer jeans and the bow on the front of her red peplum shirt. They all sat down, talking about all the small things going on within their lives when Dean burst through the door, murmuring to Seth and Roman as they tumbled through.

"You are going to love what I jut scored!" Karlee watched as his eyes sparkled, his hands wringing together showing how excited he was. He had obviously done something he was really proud of.

"You guys are up next, but me and Roman aren't allowed out there, but don't worry, neither is Batista or any Male wrestler. I'm sure you two will okay." Karlee and Alice nodded and followed him out of the room, Kaitlyn grabbing Seth's hoodie and attempting to squeeze it, instead just leaving it open. Steph was spotted marching towards them and Karlee kept her head held high, something she was doing anyway because of the brace. Steph stopped in front of her and crossed her arms. She didn't look happy.

"Well, you made a good point earlier. I listened to what Dean had to say, So you get your own way and I'm giving you a chance to explain yourself with the hosts in the middle of the ring before Sofia and her entourage make an appearance."

"Hosts?" Karlee asked and Steph grinned.

"You'll see for yourself. Now get into position. I can see them arranging your VT from here." And with that Stephanie sauntered off and a horrible feeling of dread settled in the pit of Karlee's stomach. What the hell had Dean arranged? She walked with Alice to the position, listening as the crowd were being shown a video of everything that had happened between the five of them. Karlee heard her and Alice's name being shouted and she was sure she recognised it but shook her head, knowing the crowd were too loud for her to hear properly.

Her music sounded and she let Alice go first, not wanting to leave her behind if she got stuck. Alice was a trooper though and sped through the stage and Karlee had to skip slightly to keep up with her. It was only on their descent to the ring that she just who exactly was in the centre of the ropes.

"Ladies and gentleman please welcome Karlee and Alice to the Cutting Edge Peep Show!" Karlee grinned as Christian lowered the ropes for her, Edge going out to help Alice in. She threw her arms around her uncle and squeezed tightly. She turned and gave an equally loving squeeze to Adam, someone she considered herself as close to as Christian. They were as close as brothers really so it made sense. Karlee and Alice took a seat on the stools and were both handed a microphone.

"So! Where do we start ladies? You have been the victim of Sofia, Megan and Layla for months now. Why?" Adam asked. Karlee grinned.

"I actually can't remember how this rivalry with Sofia started but I did date her ex boyfriend, my now partner, Dean Ambrose. This was after she cheated on him. So I don't see why she had the claim to be so upset if she cared she wouldn't have jumped into bed with someone else."

"Ah, So it's Dean's fault!" Christian joked, adding a laugh to the end to show he was joking. Karlee shook her head.

"What do you think Sofia and her entourage are trying to get from this, I mean, hasn't she succeeded in already capturing the belt?" Karlee nudged Alice, asking her to answer that one.

"She obviously plans to run us both out of the company. Me and Karlee's problems with them, or rather theirs with us stems from exactly the same problem. They want rid of us to try and get our men. But that ain't happening. We are staying firmly put and so are our relationships." Adam and Christian shouted the word preach into their microphones, causing Karlee to start laughing.

"What are you two getting out of this feud?" Christian asked, directing the question at Karlee. She shrugged her shoulders.

"A workout? There are only so many times you can listen to her before it gets boring. So I'm glad to actually get to wrestle them because it gives me something to do. I came here to dominate the Diva's division yet I cannot seem t get past the easiest hurdle."

"Emphasis on the easy!" Someone called from the crowd and Karlee and the ring full of people had to stifle their giggles. Their grins quickly dropping when the familiar sound on club music filled the arena. Karlee growled almost. She was on her feet straight away and leaning against the ropes, standing on the first one for leverage. She was almost pleasantly surprised when Sofia came out herself, quick-stepping her way to the ring. She held her hands up in defence, something that made Karlee step down. Christian was by her side within seconds, tossing Sofia a microphone so she could say her part.

"I'm out here tonight to do one thing. And that is apologise." Karlee roared with laughter, thinking she was joking but the genuine look in her eyes told her she wasn't.

"I don't like you and I'm sure the feelings mutual, but I'm sick of this and it is only a matter of time before one of us really does get hurt." Karlee walked closer, inches away from her face.

"What are you getting at, you want me to become part of your little group?" Sofia sighed and Karlee's jaw nearly hit the ground when she slowly extended her arm.

"I'm calling a truce. I want this to end. Now." Karlee was speechless. Was it really this easy? Was she going to be able to shake h hand and everything would be fine all of a sudden. Karlee paced around the ring for a few moments, not sure what to do. Was this a trick? It could have well been but Sofia still stood there. What struck Karlee was that she wasn't blinged out and full of sequins or make up. She was dressed in a modest black dress and flats. It certainly wasn't very... Sofia.

"Fine..." Sofia smiled.

"But I want to do one thing first." Sofia nodded, telling her to go ahead. Karlee grinned and threw her hand forward, wrapping around the side of Sofia's face. The slap sounded around the arena and it made her stumble backwards. By the time Sofia had regained her balance, Karlee stood in front of her, her arm now too outstretched.

"Truce then?" Sofia shook her head, getting rid of the fuzzy feeling. She slid forward and grabbed her hand, shaking it up and down, sealing their deal. Karlee pulled on her and brought her back to inches before her.

"This. Ends. Now." They both stood there, staring into each others eyes, waiting for each other to break. But neither of them did, it was then Karlee knew.

It was finished.

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Is it done? Is Karlee going to be happy and live a fairytale happy ending. There is going to be around 15-20 chapters left...

So what do you think is going to happen?

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