Chapter 35
Olivia was devastated. There was no other word to describe it. Seth slowed as he followed his friend "let him calm down. It's a big shock". She nodded at Seth trying her best to hold back the tears as he left. What had she expected ? After everything that had happened did she think he would open his arms and just go back to normal with her? Maybe this had all been a mistake . Taking her job back and coming back here but she needed to see him. Needed to know if they were truly done. Judging by Romans reaction it certainly looked that way.
His hands were physically shaking he realised as he tried to walk towards gorilla . His heart was pounding so hard he could feel it in his ears. "Roman . ROMAN". Seth roared . Eventually his friend slowed down , only because he had ran out of road to stomp down. He was walking in circles by time Seth reached him "Chill man , seriously. Keep it together now. Did you know?". Roman glared at him " Did it look like I knew ? Why is she even here?." Seth put a hand on his shoulder " Didn't you stop taking her calls a couple months back, maybe this was the only way she could reach you ?". Roman looked at him again " Well maybe she shouldn't have ignored my calls the months before that and then I would have answered". Seth interjected " Well . It wasn't really like that. She…". Roman snapped " Do not defend her man , I mean it". Seth shut his mouth. He had a feeling he only knew a portion of the story anyway. He took a breath and felt sorry for Elias and Jinder they were in for a rough night.
Olivia sat in her office reading the updated patient files and reacquainting herself with her job. She frowned as the waistband on her trousers crept down again a little , highlighting the lack of definition in her body. She hadnt worked out too much this last year she would have to get back into it soon. Her hand automatically went to the locket that now hung on her throat . Given to her by Joanne that last night before she finally let go. 10 months later than they had initially thought. The prognosis had been weeks . The reality was months. It had been hard just continuing to extend her leave but Stephanie and WWE couldn't have been more supportive. Now she was back , she was unsure of how to proceed . It all came down to Roman she needed to see him. But she was very aware that she now needed to give him a little time before she approached him again. " Well would you look who's back?" a voice from the door called and Liv looked up to see Nia standing at the door. She was so happy to see her and she stood and hugged the other woman tightly. " Are you mad at me too? God knows Roman is. I know you guys are family so i don't want to cause any trouble". Nia looked at her in concern " Liv. He has literally kept it all to himself. Won't talk to his Mom , the shield boys. What the hell happened ?" . Olivia sighed . She had thought Roman would have completely badmouthed her to everyone but the fact that he hadn't even spoken to anyone about it made her feel worse somehow. " it was fine at the beginning we spoke every single day and texted for most of the days . He was supposed to come out for a visit but Joanne had a bad few days and then Vince needed him to do some press. The time difference became a factor . The calls went to every 2 to 3 days. Then we began to ran out of things to talk about I guess. One night I missed a call from Roman and I guess he saw a picture of me on Instagram drinking and he got mad. We started fighting and suddenly that's all we did . One night we had a huge blowout and I said some things I probably shouldn't have. He told me it was over. I assumed it was in anger and that we would talk the next day. But that was 5 months ago". When she stopped speaking she was glad to see the kindness in Nia's eyes . Although maybe if she had the full story the reaction would be different. "There is something you need to know Liv. Roman is seeing someone now. It's very new only been a few weeks. But I didn't want you to be caught off guard." Olivia felt her heart tighten " Who ?" she asked almost in a whisper . "Her name is Ruby. She is a wrestler . Leader of the Riott Squad. She is basically you're polar opposite". Olivia sighed with frustration. How had this happened ?
Roman and Seth won their match easily . He let off so much steam in the match that Elias would probably have to have his jaw rewired. Seth followed behind as they came into gorilla. " Do you want to maybe grab a beer and you know talk it out?". Roman looked at him " Can't. Meeting ruby". Seth scratched his beard "So that's still going then?". Roman stiffened " Why would It stop?". Seth spoke gently " Maybe you deal with you're past problems first man, before starting something else". Roman stormed past him " Mind your business Rollins. I'll see you tomorrow". The discussion was over at least for now. Roman did indeed have plans with Ruby but she wasn't the woman running through his mind for the last 3 hours . As he showered he allowed his mind to wander there for a moment . She looked good , the longer hair suited here. The weight loss was slightly concerning but she was still a knockout. He pushed the wall in frustration wanting to scream out loud to articulate how he was feeling inside. No , after what she did they were done . No going back now .
Ruby tended to be more of a quiet individual. She didn't have many friends in WWE . She preferred a chilled environment and doing things she enjoyed. Right now she was enjoying Roman Reigns arm draped across the back of the chair behind her. God he was fucking gorgeous she thought looking at him as he spoke. She was waiting for a moment to address the rumours she had heard the girls gossiping about earlier that night. " So some of the girls were saying something about an ex of yours showing up. The doctor that used to work here". His face immediately darkened and Ruby was almost sorry she had even asked the question . " Yes Olivia . She is back now I think . I haven't really spoken to her. It's a long story and I don't really want to get into it.". She placed a hand on his knee " Do I have anything to worry about?". He shook his head and she felt relieved. As fate would have it the hotel bar which had been quiet and intimate suddenly came alive with the sound of chattering women. "Great. There's the girls. I knew we should have went somewhere else.". Roman didn't even look around , annoyed by the laughs coming from the group. But Rubys eyes were trained on the blonde that was sitting with Nia Jax and talking to her about something serious . It was her. Ruby knew. Even before she turned her head and flashed eyes that were a startling blue she almost gasped. Her expression dropped when she clocked Roman sitting with Ruby. Ruby had been looking for far too long because Roman now turned too and when he saw Olivia there Ruby noticed how he dropped his hand from behind her like a hot potato as if he had been doing something wrong . " Is that Her?" . He nodded in response but turned back to Ruby. His focus had slipped. " Maybe you guys should talk just to iron it all out . You to work together.". Roman took a his beer lost in thought
" Just go over there and ask him to talk. If he says no and snaps again. At least You will have tried". His was saying calmly . " He is on a feeling date Nia. I can't just rock up and be all they let's talk." " Just do it Liv." Olivia was adamant " No way". She said . " Ok you asked for it.", was Nia's response. She turned in her chair and roared "Roman, hey" and began to wave him over. If Olivias face was twisted in horror , Romans face was just as bad as he cursed his cousin for forcing him into this. He stood and said something to Ruby before approaching His with a face like thunder. " What is it?". He asked her angrily . " Both of you are adults . You need to talk. There is a booth over there. Do it and let's all move on". Roman didn't answer her or even look at Olivia . " Come on" he called gruffily over his shoulder to her.
They sat opposite each other and Olivia was lost for words. He still hasn't looked her in the eye. " Why did you come back?". He asked her directly. "Um. I love my job and I thought you and I should finally discuss things . It ended badly and I don't like fighting". He seemed to accept this . "Ok. We can be cordial and professional. And that's it. You do you and I'll do me". He was beyond cold and the tears stung her eyes but she blinked them back as best as she could. " So what we act like nothing ever happened with us? ". Roman stood and finally allowed himself to look her in the eyes . " Maybe you should have thought about that before you kissed that guy in Ireland". It was cold and heartless and to the point. Then Roman walked away from Olivia.