Chapter 34

"You… what?". Olivia managed to squeak out. Roman stepped forward the emotion of what he had just happened was written all over his face. " I said I love you". Olivia couldn't speak for a moment . " Well it's about time Reigns". Olivia put her arms around his neck unable to keep the smile off of her face. " You know you're supposed to say it back right? Put a man out of his misery . Unless you don't and then that's totally cool". He looked so nervous for a minute. " I love you too baby" . He kissed her deeply not caring who saw. When they separated he said " When you were working on JoJo I just knew she would be ok and that you would never let anything happen to her. Thank you so much Liv. In that moment I knew I had to tell you." She was overwhelmed by the Look In Romans eyes it was sheer adoration, how had she missed that before ? "Go take care of your little girl . I'll be waiting when you get back". He smiled at her again. "You better be". He gave her a final kiss and moved away. When Olivia turned back towards the hotel she noticed Lisa was waiting for her. She put her hand out. Olivia took it "Come on honey let's get you dry". She put her arm around Olivia in such a maternal gesture that for a moment she was a little stunned. Liv guessed it was thay saying that a mother's instinct was never wrong. It was as if Lisa knew the words her son had just said.

It was later thay evening and the family were all sitting on the deck in Sika and Lisa's bungalow when they returned. JoJo looked tired but was ok thankfully . Olivia automatically went to her and checked the stitches carefully. " They did a good job". She observed. JoJo smiled " Thanks Olivia. My mom and dad said you were like a superhero". Liv raised her eyebrows At Roman and Galina " All in a day's work kiddo. How about you get some sleep though. You look pretty tired". Galina nodded in agreement " Yes say goodnight honey.". As JoJo said her goodnights Galina smiled at Olivia again " She is lucky to have you and so is he" she signalled Roman who was being comforted by his mom. " I have behaved badly and I really hope we can all move on as a family. Things were not right between Roman and i for a long time. And I made a mistake. But I think all of us are where we are supposed to be". Then to Olivias total surprise Galina reached out and hugged her tightly. When they separated Olivia had tears in her eyes. "Thank You" she managed to choke out . Roman had been watching the exchange with interest and had noticed the tears in his girlfriends eyes and so he came over and put an arm around her as they waved Galina and Jojo off. "Been a long day huh?" he asked. She looked up at him and he pushed away a tear with his thumb that rolled down her cheek. " Yes it has" she said suddenly tired. He bent his head to her ear his voice low " How about Jacuzzi and some champagne?". "you're speaking my language, let's go". They said good bye and returned to their own bungalow. When Olivia opened the door the first thing she smelt was fresh flowers. There were dozens of them in vases, yellow roses her favourite. The room was lit in candlelight and the champagne chilling. She heard the romantic music and saw the Jacuzzi bubbling away on the balcony. Two strong arms enveloped her " I rang ahead and asked them to set this up. The day where we said I love you has to end on a good note". Olivia looked around and in that moment she had never been happier. " I love you so much Ro, this is amazing . And so are you". He kissed her tenderly then more aggressively , pulling at her clothes until she was naked and he was topless. He lifted her into his hips and carried her to the Jacuzzi landing her into the water as she gasped at the sensation. She took a moment to look at him as he pulled off his boxers and socks. "what's a hot tub good for unless you're going to be naked in it right?" he asked. Olivia stood allowing the moonlight and the water to light up her body and breasts. "Then get in here so we can see what else it's good for". Roman didn't have to be told twice , jumping the into the tub with quick athletic speed and closing the distance between them in seconds.

The rest of the holiday was a dream. They talked they danced , they had lots of sex and when they were leaving Mexico it was as if Olivia had always been part of the family. For the first time ever she truly felt that she belonged to this family. Life was so good in that moment. She said sad goodbyes to Romans family , especially JoJo but she hoped it wouldn't be long before she would see them all again. She was working one more RAW and then she would be leaving. As they left the airport to travel to the hotel Roman had gotten quiet "Are you ok Ro?". He had his shades on driving so she couldn't see his eyes properly. "Yeah baby just thinkin that's all". She studied him for a moment . He definitely seemed more tense . " what are you thinking about ?". "Nothing don't worry.". Olivia had the good sense to know when not to push Roman so she let it go. When they got to the arena they walked in together holding hands. "Well if it isn't the star crossed lovers" a voice said and Liv automatically rolled her eyes. Ambrose. " Speaking of lovers and the word Love, anything anyone would like to share that may or may not have been said since we saw you both last?." Seth added his eyes shining with mischief. Olivia nudged Roman roughly "You told them?". "I, they . I mean…." Roman stuttered, unable form a sentence. Liv glared at him for a minute longer enjoying his discomfort before breaking down in laughter. " You're evil woman, making us sweat like that". Olivia continued to walk calling over her shoulder " Can't let you boys have all the fun now can I? . Some of us gotta work you know . See you all later"

. She blew a kiss at Roman who winked back at her. " Aw you guys are so cute, how will you cope with the distance ?". Ambrose was kidding but one look at Romans face told him he might have pushed a little too far " I don't know". Roman said truthfully. "I'll see y'all later". Once he left Seth glared at Dean - "What?".

Roman walked along towards the dressing room his thoughts swirling in his mind . This was an impossible situation. He loved her

. More than she knew. And it was all going to change. Liv was adamant that this would be a temporary situation and they would all slot into normality again once she got back

. But Romans gut was telling different. Things were going to change . He felt it. And it scared the shot out of him . They would enjoy their final night together and he would face whatever came next. The night passed fast and Roman was particularly banged up after a confrontation with Braun Strowman. When be finally limped from the dressing room he found Liv waiting for him . Her eyes were red. " You ok ?". She nodded and he saw a small smile " Hate goodbyes". He didn't say anything, instead opting to take her hand in his and leave the arena. They had a good night talking , ordering room service and making love. Long after Olivia closed her eyes, Roman lay awake clutching her body to his

Smelling her hair and enjoying the feel of her in his arms.

Before they knew it morning arrived. It was a very tense couple that packed their belongings and arrived at the airport. Roman was totally closed off. Olivia knew he was in defence mode but it still made her very sad. "Babe don't let my last memory of you before I leave be of a grumpy face. You are far too handsome for me to remember you like that". He smirked slightly at the comment and she whispered "There he is". Olivia waited almost till last to board. " I upgraded you by the way. First class. It's a long trip". His generosity knew no bounds and Olivia loved the way he just did these things for her . She turned to him and pulled his face to her . His eyes were sad. " I love you Roman. It won't be long . I promise". He kissed her so tenderly she thought she would melt "It's not nice to break promises you know so I'll hold you to that. I love you too. Call me when you land". He watched her go

12 Months Later

Roman walked down the hall of the Raw arena humming a song that he had been unable to get out of his head all day. "Ready for this big dog?" a voice asked and Roman fist pumped Seth. " You know it." . They were teaming together tonight against Jinder Mahal and Elias and Roman began his usual pre match routine of wetting his hair with water etc. Ambrose had been out injured now for a while and the boys were missing their brother but he was due to return in a few weeks and Roman was so happy to be getting his brother back. " Your knee ok after that match last night. You came down hard man"

Seth didn't answer and Roman looked up at him in surprise " Rollins. Hello ?." Seth was looking at something behind him

. "Roman" he said gently. He turned and almost hit the floor with the shock. Olivia . Her hair was longer . She had lost a few pounds but it was her. In the flesh. She took a step forward and he stepped back causing her to stop. "Roman" she said. " Don't talk to me" he said and stalked past leaving Olivia standing there alone.