Northern Lights
Ch. 1 (Monsters are real)
"Seriously? You are not making me go out there! It won't happen!" Aurora screamed. Aurora
really hated it when people just assumed they knew what she wanted. "I have no dreams of being a WWE Diva, I like my current job, I'm an executive assistant, I organize schedules, radio shows, TV, I personally do NOT go out there and prance around like a half naked drunk girl!" This was her current issue, one beefed up Champion kicks and screams to get what he wants and the boss just rolls over and shows his belly.
"Now look Rori",Vince started. "Aurora" she corrected. Sighing "Fine Aurora I get that you're not a fighter, but being a valet to a superstar is a great career move."
Aurora's head was pounding. She really couldn't believe this was what her "career" in the WWE would turn to. Half naked bimbo. God this can't be happening.
"OK, Vince, I get that there are some women out there dream of this, I'm really not one of them. I am an organizer at heart, not a cheerleader, there are thousands of girls willing to do this, why can't you go recruit one of them?" Begging wasn't really an easy pill for her to swallow, but hey, desperate times. "Well you know the Champion gets some sway, and he thinks you'll be the perfect fit."
She was getting really close to just throwing her hands up and heading back home. "Bye Felicia" was running through her head, but then bills, money, her family & all that school thrown away because her boss and some over fluffed peacock wanted to "shake things up".
"How long?" she said. It sounded really dry coming off her lips. She looked right at the man when she said it. Those eyes lit up, like a shark, Vince could smell blood in the water.
"Three months, not a moment longer" he assured her. Three months, are you fucking kidding me? Breath, Don't freak out, breath. "Why so long?" she could feel it, there was something that wasn't being said. Edge, that rat bastard, he's up to something. But why use me?
"Well" Vince explained, "It takes some time to get the story-line going, and to get a following" "Sometimes the people like a certain story, we want to give it to them."
Oh that's all? Really? The next few thoughts that raced through her head were of serious harm to one "Champion" and Bossman.
"Who?", more determined to get some answers. "Well, ummm here's the thing…. "Don't treat me like I'm some dumb blonde Vince" cutting him off where he stood. "Who is this "superstar?" using hand air quotes to show her dislike of this grand idea.
Vince couldn't even look her in the eye. Aurora started get that nervous feeling. You know the one, right before your world collapses. Oh god, please please please don't say what I think you're going to say.
Clearing his throat Vince mutters, "Kane".
Nothing, that's what she felt at this moment, nothing. The Big Red Machine, right, Mr. Snuggles himself. Recently burned by the "champ", & slutty soon to be ex-wife currently fucking the "Champ". Oh yea this is going to be great.
The urge to run and hide was creeping up on Aurora. She really wasn't a coward, per say, but she did have a good self preservation instinct. Getting mixed up with that Goliath was not on her bucket list. Personally she really didn't have an issue with the guy. If she was being completely honest, she kind of admired him. But like all wild animals, you respect the danger.
"All you need to do, is keep him off Edge & Lita's backs for a while." Did he just say that? Really how would you like that done? For fucks sake the man is like 10 ft tall!
With all the professional tone she could muster, "Really, how? I'm not sleeping with him if that's what you and our "champ" are getting at." Vince actually choked on the water he was drinking. Good, serves that douche right. Getting me mixed up into this. "Of course not, distract him from his current obsession, Hell, I don't know, be his friend."
"No. I won't do this, I am not here to pretend or fake anything, if that towering terror gets wind that Edge, & you are planning this, that man will rearrange my body". Aurora was getting ready to just walk out, her "career" was not worth this. I'll work at Burger King before I do this.
Vince knew he was about to lose; but he didn't get to where he is by being easily beaten. With a cruel smile, his whole demeanor changed. "It's too bad really, I mean those medical bills must be really hard to keep up with.
Just like that, Aurora stopped, slowly turned around and just stared at the Devil. "Ho….." "Aurora, if your next question was going to be how?, Please, I make it my business to know everything about my employees. It's your aunt isn't it. Stage 3 breast cancer?".
Never in her life had she met anyone so evil. "What do you think would happen to your aunt if you lost your job and couldn't help with her medications, treatments? How long do you think she would last?"
"You cold son-of-a-bitch, how can you be so cruel? I've been a wonderful employee, this is how you repay loyalty?". Do not let this monster see you cry.
"I get loyalty by force if needed, I will get this Rori". She shutterd, god how she hated it when people shortened her name. "Just do this for three months, keep the champ happy, and at the end of this, I will double your pay."
Hanging her head down, all but kicked, "Fine." Never in her life has she felt so dirty.
"Good, now I have some business to get to, I expect you to go out there tonight when Edge calls you down. No fussing about", and with that Vince left her alone in the office, staring at her shoes.
Ch. 2 (Risky Business)
Being called out to the ring, why yes, my name is Fido! Woof. I'm a good little girl. I sit, I stay, and I'm even house broken. A million things were running through Aurora's mind. Oh god, there he is, uber giant!
Kane stared at the young woman making her way to the ring. She reminded him of a deer caught in the head-lights. She looked like she would rather be getting a root canal. Feelings mutual. Kane looked back at the two people that were currently making his life miserable. Edge & Lita.
"So, it's pretty simple, I felt pretty bad from stealing your woman." Edge taunted. "I needed to make this up to you, so I got you a valet. Here's Rori, make friends, take the girl for a test drive" Edge gave that you know what I'm talking about grin.
With her last nerve she had as she made her way up the metal stairs. Just standing on the opposite side of the ring. "I'm not a car! I'm not here to 'test drive'." Aurora all but screamed. It didn't pass Kane the way she blushed. Huh, that's new. He thought.
"Calm down Rori, that's not what we meant" commented Lita. Lita, she could see that this was a powder keg, one move you'd have Edge eating that gold belt, and Kane would be standing over her with that sadistic smile.
"First off, my NAME is NOT Rori, it is Aurora… Say it with me.. A.U.R.O.R.A, Secondly, and most importantly I do not know what you get out of this, but I will not be a pawn in this circus show." Aurora breathed heavily, she waited to see what that red headed bitch would say.
Kane could not remember the last time he saw someone so small mouth off! Girl got some balls. Not that any of that matters, woman are not worth the pain. His ex-wife is proving that. They always betray you. However; it did bring up a good point, what the hell was this little girl doing here?
"I don't want her!" Kane bellowed. He saw the tiny woman cringe.
"Now Kane, be reasonable, you can have a good time with her." Edge stated.
Oh my fucking god! Did that fucking Ken doll just try to pimp me out? "Are you dense? What part of I'm not a blow up doll are you having trouble with? I'm not some whore you pimp out!". Aurora really had to keep her temper in check. Breath in, breath in, out.
Kane had about enough of this, and started to leave the ring. Stepping over the ropes, barely glancing at the girl standing next to him. I don't need this shit. I will get that fucker back and knock that damn smile off his face, and for my bitch of an ex. I will make sure to give you back your man. In a body bag."Kane, there is nothing that can be done, this is a 3 month contract, the inks dry on this." Edge was gloating. Aurora just stared at the champ and wondered what the HELL does anyone see in this moron.
For a moment Kane paused, letting out a disgruntled sigh, and grabbed Aurora by her waist and hoisted her over his shoulder. "PUT ME DOWN, YOU JERK!". Aurora started to squirm and hit his back. "I SAID PUT ME DOWN, I CAN WALK".
"You kids have fun now!" Edge & Lita said in stereo.
Aurora's pleas to be let down fell on deaf ears. Kane didn't really mean to man handle her, but he was furious and needed an outlet. The other WWE Superstars made way, letting the giant through, no one dared to tell him to put down his "woman". As he was making his way through the hallways, he started to think about his past. This young woman reminded him of a better time. Get that shit out of your head, you're god-damn monster. You do what you want, you hurt who you want. You don't feel shit. Kane shook his head clear, and stopped at a door. Roughly placing this little girl back on her feet.
"Stay". he barked at her. "WOOF!" she retorted. Aurora was pissed, and starred that big oaf down. Walking towards her, he backed her to the wall. Defiance still coming off her. Brave. Stupid, but brave. "Listen, girl, you will sit you ass down on this chair, and wait until I come out" he said, daring her to say something.
Aurora knew that challenging this alpha male was not the best move, but against her better judgement she just had to say something. "I'm not here for you to bark orders at or man handle. So listen Fred Flintstone I get it, you don't want me around, well great that makes two of us."
Placing both hands on either side of her, he leaned in, "Let's get a few things straight, if you want to keep that pretty smile you'll do what I say, and watch how you speak to me. And do not ever confuse me for some fucking punk off the street, just because you're a girl, does not mean I won't cause you pain". Invading that space a little more, looking straight into her eyes, he could see the defiance, determination, but also recognition of danger.
Aurora never was not one to feel claustrophobic, but this man/monster, was making her feel even smaller than her already 5'1". Chest heaving to get much needed air to her lungs, she looked into the eyes of the mammoth man in front of her. Chin up, but eyes slightly looking off, this was the most submission he would get out of her.
Brave. I could almost admire that. But women are not worth the pain they put you through. She wouldn't be any different. With that he left her outside McMahon's office.
The door opened so fast and slamming loudly; Vince nearly jumped out of his skin. "GET ME THE FUCK OUT OF THIS". Swallowing hard, Vince motioned for the giant to sit. Kane just stood where he was.
"Now, listen, I told Rori, and I'm telling you, the champion does not have all the power, but has some sway." Vince advised.
"What the hell am I supposed to do with that?" Kane just stared down the boss. Vince was getting very uncomfortable, and realized there wasn't much room in his office for both him and this monster.
THAT? DID THAT FUCKER JUST REFER TO ME AS, THAT? OMG!
"HEY ASSHOLE, I CAN HEAR YOU". Aurora screeched through the door.
Shuddering from her scream. Vince looked at Kane, "Look, she already works here as an executive assistant, so it's not like I can fire her. But I will arrange for you and Edge to meet in a match in the next month. If you win, you will meet Edge for the World Heavy-Weight Championship, with a match of your choosing."Ch. 3 (Oil & Water)
I CAN NOT BELIEVE THAT APE HAD THE FUCKING NERVE. THAT? THAT? I know the only women that interact with him are disease infested sluts. They like that attitude. I'm a respectable young woman. THAT?! Who the hell does that caveman think he is?Aurora stormed through the backstage area. Normally she would say hello to people that she passed, but not tonight. People could see the look on her face, and just moved out of the way. Never in my life have I been so angry. I am a good human being, I do my best to treat everyone with respect. In one night, I had my boss turned into the Devil himself, an over buff Ken doll try to whore me out, his slutty girlfriend smiling like she is something, and that giant ogre talking down to me like I'm beneath him. Today couldn't get any worse.
She was too busy with all the thoughts that were running through her head, that Aurora did not see the car coming.
A loud screech and *WHOOSH*, all she saw was her feet being hurled back. A tight grip on her waist, heart pounding out of her chest, and tears filling her eyes, as she watched the car whip around the corner.
"Are you fucking trying to get yourself killed?" an angry voice boomed. Aurora was still in a daze, time was moving at an ants pace. "I…..I ….." … struggling to find the right words. "What exactly were you doing? Huh? Trying to prove that you're indestructible?" Kane glared down at the young woman. Fucking woman, bitch would rather get hit by a car then be near me.
Aurora looked up. Eyes filled with true terror. "What are you talking about? I was nearly roadkill, and you think that I was trying to prove something? You're a fucking moron!" Aurora was having a hard time breathing.
For a brief moment, Kane felt bad for yelling at her. She did just nearly get killed. But just as he felt for the girl, the anger showed its head.
That little bitch is yelling at me? I just saved her fucking life. She should be thanking me.
Stepping into her space for the second time tonight, "Well next you're about to die, I'll just sit back and enjoy the show." he sneered. As soon as he said it, the thought of her getting hurt really bothered him. Why do I give a shit if she gets hurt? She doesn't matter.
With her breathing finally getting under control, she just looked into the mismatched eyes of the Big Red Machine. "This is the second time in one day that I saw man turn to a beast." saying mostly to herself. "What are you talking about?" he pressed. "It doesn't matter." was the only response.
Kane could see that she was still a million miles away, not really talking to him, just saying things. Wow, she's really out of it.
"Look, I don't have all damn night to wait for you to get your shit together. Let's go to the hotel and get you checked in." With that, Kane grabbed her by her wrist and started to lead her to his truck. Am I a nursemaid? When did I become the protector? A monster saving the girl. Now that's a new one.
She blindly followed. Someone was holding her wrist, just keep up. How could my life unravel this quickly in a matter of hours? O, right, Vince evil, Edge malicious, Lita skanky, Kane cold, and me weak. Why did I agree to this, my aunt will be so angry when she finds out. But I can't let her treatments stop, she is finally starting to respond.
Where am I going? Aurora was starting to come out of it. "Where are we going?" she questioned.
Kane was so focused on the road that he jumped a little when she spoke. "Uhhh, the hotel." There was an awkward silence that filled the truck. Aurora just stared out the window, and watched the road pass her by. Kane on the other hand, kept his eyes on the road, but when they came to a stop light he really looked at her.
Alabaster white skin, strawberry blonde hair, a few freckles on her nose. He really couldn't see the color of her eyes, but remember back to earlier that night, he thought of emeralds. She was a beautiful woman. A blind man could see that. Of course she's beautiful, that's why Edge picked her, she would never look at me. You're a monster, why would anyone as beautiful as her look at you, you're too hideous for someone like her. Even that slut didn't stick around.
For the next ten minutes they rode in silence until they reached the hotel. Aurora slowly got out of the truck, and started to follow the giant inside. People were staring. What the hell are they staring at? I know I look a little messy, but ummm ? Aurora started to look around the entryway, she started to follow the peoples eyes. They were staring at Kane. Why are they staring at him? OK, dudes fucking tall, but so….
Kane was used to people staring, but what was really pissing him off, she was staring. Slamming his hands down on the counter, "Kane, checking in." "Ummmm of course sir," the young man stuttered. Kane impatiently tapped his fingers on the counter, If this kid doesn't get my room ready in the next 5 seconds I'll choke slam him into the counter. "Yes, you're room is ready. When will Ms. Davenport be joining you?"
"EXCUSE ME?" Aurora completely snapped out of her trance. "I"m Ms. Davenport, and I have my own room to be checking into".
"I'm sorry Ms. Davenport, but right here in the notes per Mr. McMahon, a Kane & Ms. Davenport will be checking into the honeymoon suite for 3 days". the young man stated. For a split second there was absolute silence, both Kane and Aurora looked at eachother then focused on the young clerk.
"You better be joking, we are not married, and I will not be staying in a honeymoon suite, I'm sure Mr. Kane would like his privacy" she started to say, but was cut off by the clerk.
"Ma'am, I'm sorry, but this was already set up over a month ago, we do not have any other rooms available at this time".
Kane hearing enough, snapped "Look just give us our god damn keys." The clerk typed away, and handed over the key cards to him. Wow, she looks like she's about to cry.
Aurora was still raring to fight with the clerk. OMG, I'm staying in the honeymoon suite with Kane. Breath. Breath. I, never stayed the night with a guy before. Omg, Omg….Making their way to the elevator, Aurora just stared down at her nails, trying not to blush. Jesus, I'm 23 years old, and I'm finally spending the night with a guy, but it's Kane. God, why didn't I make time for dating. Well I mean we're not dating, or having sex, but ….
A loud swish from the elevator doors, distracted her for a moment. "Ummm… uh what floor are we on?" Stop being so nervous, it's fine, I'll sleep on the couch. "15th" he grumbled. Kane was getting more and more angry. This was a fucked up situation. This girl looks like she's about to bolt and run for the hills. It's not like I really want her in my room, I like my privacy. Of course the girl looks like she's about to puke, she's going to be cornered in a room with a monster.
Getting off the elevator felt weird. Aurora just followed behind the massive man. When they reached the door, and opened to the room. Rose petals & candles were everywhere. Holy SHIT…. I thought they said be his friend, not FUCK BUDDY. Oh god, is he expecting I sleep with him? I hope not, but who could stop him if he wanted to?
The vein in Kane's head was throbbing. Just keep this up Edge, I promise I will make you suffer more than you ever had. I promise to end your fucking career. You'll be working at a Piggly Wiggly. While mulling over his vicious thoughts, he spared the girl a look.
She looks like she's freaking out. Why is she staring at me? "WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT?" He was tired, he was used to being stared at, but for some reason which he could not understand, he didn't want her to stare at him with that look.
"O, I'm sorry, I'm not trying to make you uncomfortable, I'm … " Aurora tried to gather her thoughts quickly, the giant did not look too pleased, "I'm miserable. I'm invading your space, for some reason, Edge and McMahon are using me against you for whatever purpose. I'm not used to all this…" she waved her hands around the room. "I like things a certain way, and today; I've had my entire world turned upside down." Aurora let out a long sigh, she looked back to Kane, and for the first time since her aunt was diagnosed, cried.
She's crying, actually crying . Of course she's crying, she probably thinks you're going to rape her. No, she doesn't actually think that. For the first time in many many years, Kane showed some true tenderness. Wrapping his arm around her, "Look, I don't know what they are getting from this. But don't lose your shit, OK? . Still sniffing the tears away, she nodded.
"Thank you. I'm sorry, I don't mean to act like such a child. I'm pretty sure other people are having worse days than me." the sounds of her catching her breath filled the room.
He just nodded his head. He really wasn't good with words.
"I'm starving, how about we get some food?" was the best thing he could say.
"Yea, I could eat." she smiled up at him. "So, Rori, what would you like me to order?"
"Oh, please don't start calling me that too, my name is Aurora, I don't know why Edge insists on calling me Rori, so if you don't mind, I would rather not be called anything Edge refers to me." she stated.
A smile crossed his face. Balls. I like that. "OK, won't call you Rori." It took a lot to impress Kane, but he couldn't help but be impressed, since all this all this shit started, the young woman, yelled, screamed, stared him down, and even took almost being creamed by a car pretty well. "So, dinner. What do you want?"
Crewing her lip, "Uh steak?" not really making a statement. Aurora was usually sure of herself, but not today, she was finding it hard to tap into her inner goddess. "Steak? Is that question or a request?" he knew that teasing her was probably a dick move, but he really wanted to see if he can provoke her.
"Request, you don't have to be rude." What the hell is his problem, trying to keep my shit together.
"Listen princess, keep your panties on" he mocked. Did she just blush? "anything else other than steak?" Again with that lip chewing.
Shifting on her feet, "No, that would be all. Thank you. '' Aurora really hated awkward silence, so she did what she did best when she was stressed. She cleaned.
Starting to look around the hotel room, but realizing that they probably don't keep brooms in the closet, she grabbed the small trash can and went to pick up the rose petals. Well if this wasn't the most awkward day, these flowers would be really romantic. Maybe if I find someone I could care about, this wouldn't be so bad.
Kane just hung up the phone, and he walked back towards the sitting area, and just stopped in his tracks, wiggling before him was Aurora on her knees picking up the flower petals. A monster I may be, but I am still a man, wow that girl has one hell of an ass.
Just like that, the warm feeling started growing in his belly. Shit, don't get hard, if she sees it she'll run out of here faster than lighting.
Trying to find something else to look at, Kane made himself known by clearing his throat. She jumped. Holy shit, she's like a cat."
Whipping around, she looked up and stared into his eyes, "O, ummm I was just cleaning up these flowers," she muttered. Her face was red like a tomato. Why did I have to act like a 14yr old girl. O right, my experience with boys is about that. Yea.
"Why?" It's not like he really cared, he was enjoying the show. Slowly rising up from the floor, she flattened her skirt, "Ummm, well it seems kind of silly to have the petals all over. It's not like ummm ... we need ummm the ." O god, just say it girl. Aurora took a shaky breath, "romantic vibe." Making eye contact was definitely not going to happen.
Romantic vibe? Really that's the best you can come up with. SMH. I feel like Doris Day.
"Yea, wouldn't want that." he almost growled. Something about the way she kept distancing herself from him, was pissing him off. You'll never be more than a ugly beast to her. Why do you care if she is a million miles away. She is too good for a monster. Too pretty.
"I don't mean that…. it's not if you…. OK just tell him, then he'll get a great laugh, and maybe we can get past this weird anger thing.. "I'm a virgin alright? It's not like I have experience with this shit", ``she snapped. Just let the universe swallow me up. Is that too much to ask?
Ch. 4 (Common ground)
For the first time in his life, Kane was shocked. He couldn't help but stare at the girl. VIRGIN? Not what I expected. Look at her, she is fucking blushing. Hmmm. Virgin. Uncharted territory. It's not like she would want you to be her man. She's looking for Mr. Right, not a monster. Don't even bother. Coming back from his dark thoughts, there she was just staring down at her feet. Is she ashamed? Why?
"Aurora, look, …. " he really wasn't use to this sensitive shit.. "It's not a big deal, I didn't mean to sound like a dick". Blushing again. I've been around this girl for about 2 hours, why do I care?
"God, this is so embarrassing, just can we pretend that the last 10 minutes never happened?" she pleaded with the big man. Using her hands to cover her cherry red face, she walked to the reading chair and plopped down. Why would I say that, why is it his business? Furthermore why do I care that he was thinking that I was rejecting him?
He made his way towards her, and stood in front. "Why, so you can isolate yourself? Think you're better than those around you?" Kane tried to keep the anger out of his voice, but it enraged him when she put walls up around herself, he wanted to be able to see the light that comes off of her.
Stunned. That would be the word she would describe. "Why would you think that?, her voice small.
"Don't you get it, since we've been thrown into this cluster fuck, you've done your best to make sure I know where I'm supposed to sit. Over there don't touch!" his voice sounded like gravel.
Aurora just looked at the man. I've had enough of this shit. FUCK IT.
"You know what, FUCK YOU! You insensitive ass. First, I do NOT think I'm better than anyone, I try my best to treat people that I meet with respect. No matter who, what they are. GOT IT?! Second, I'm sorry if you feel like I'm isolating myself because of you, really I'm sorry, but being in a room with a 7 foot giant, I'm sorry it is a little intimidating. Third, I'm actually scared, NOT really of you, but McMahon he is a monster, he's making me do this thing with you and Edge against my will, if I don't do it, he will fire me, by doing that I won't be able to send money to my aunt." taking a few deep breaths she just released all the shit on her mind.
"I'm supposed to distract you, that's what I'm here for, he wants me to make you my friend so that you'll leave his precious champ alone. But the problem with that is, I'm not a liar, I can't do that to a person, if I befriend someone it's because I want to, not because my boss and his new butt buddy find it amusing!"
Her voice wavered at the end of her speech. And she waited, for the pain, she waited for the throwing of her body. It never came. Risking a glance, she peered up to the giant standing in front of her.
For the second time tonight he was shocked. That mother fucking bastard. I'm going to kill them. I will enjoy their blood on my skin. I will revel in the smell of their fear. I will cause them so much pain, they will never be the same. I will destroy them all.
The trojan horse. Sent to befriend a monster. She will suffer with them. It will bring me great pleasure to hear her screams. She told me. She didn't have to say a word, she could have lied for days, weeks, gaining my trust. She didn't want to do this. McMahon is blackmailing the girl, using her aunt.
Kane was at war with himself. The monster wanted to be un-leashed and destroy anyone that would dare to try him. The man, wanted the same, but not hurt the girl.
"Why?" a simple question. It was all he could say without hurting her.
Chewing her lip, Aurora didn't really know what he wanted. As she was about to speak, a knock at the door distracted them both.
Kane stomped to the door, yanking it open. "WHAT?!" .
The bell-hop couldn't even speak, he just pushed the food cart towards the monster, and took off down the hall. Aurora slowly got off the chair, and made her way to the small dinner table, trying to set the table. I must be insane.
Making her way over to where Kane just slammed the door, Aurora looked up at him, giving him a genuine smile. "I'll take these." She set up the food. "Please sit and eat, I'll answer all your questions," she pleaded.
She's fucking nuts, why did she smile at me? Sit and eat. Talk. Right. Usually women don't do that with me. Run, scream yea, but sit & eat. Huh. Remember she's just trying to be your friend. Get you to trust her, maybe fall for her, then they would rip that from you, make you look like a fool. They will laugh at you. Being an ass of a joke again. Lita & Edge just did that to you. Fucking moron.
Looking at him, Aurora could see he was warring on the inside.
"I'm not here to trick you. I want to make them suffer for putting us in this position." Kane looked into her eyes, he could see the rage, sadness, determination, & even admiration. Sitting down, he continued to watch her. Waiting for the deception to come.
Taking the first bite of her food, Aurora closed her eyes and actually moaned with pleasure. God this is a great steak! When she opened them, he was staring at her.
"Umm, so why…" trying to start … "My aunt, well foster mother, she ummm has stage 3 breast cancer, other than my basic living expenses and needs, I send most of the money I make, I send to the doctors for treatments, medications, & things of that nature."
Taking a moment to collect her thoughts. This will be the first time she ever spoke of her personal life to someone at work.
"So earlier tonight, I was in Vince's office and he told me that Edge picked me to be your valet, he advised that it would be about three months, no longer…" she remembered how he was very clear on that.. Huh.. "ummm, he was explicit in saying that I was meant to keep you from your current obsession with Edge & Lita. He said "be your friend". I told him no, I wasn't going to do this, I was actually walking out of the door when he mentioned my auntie. He knew things about her, that I never told anyone here, and he used the fact that her medications were expensive. I only agreed, because he's right, I don't have another job lined up, and any other job I try to get would not pay what I'm making now." Aurora stopped eating, and hung her in shame. I can't believe myself. I'm a horrible person. She felt sick to her stomach.
God, I want to hear her moan again. Sounded so fucking sexy. He had to shake his head clear and focus on what she was saying.
OK, did she just say that the only reason that she came to work for the WWE is because of the pay? Her aunt is sick, needs money for medication, Vince used this against her to befriend me. I'm going to destroy him, piece by piece.
"Let me get this straight, you took this job for the pay only so you can pay for your aunts medication?" his voice had so much malice.
Aurora couldn't even look up. Just barely uttered a weak "Yes."
Kane looked at her, torn between feeling for her situation, and pure anger, the only reason she was here was to collect a paycheck. What if another job would open up, she would just leave? Just like a woman, only in it for the money.
"So why aren't you looking for another job?" his cold voice asked.
Why aren't I looking for a new job? Well up until a couple hours ago, you enjoyed traveling around, seeing the country. Aurora was taking a few moments to answer, which really didn't sit well with Kane.
Slamming his hand down. "WELL?"
Jumping up, Aurora screamed "I don't know, OK, I don't fucking know. I just liked traveling, I never would have been able to do so if I didn't take this job. I worked my ass off in school, and I really just wanted an amazing career. I thought the WWE would be that career, but in the last few hours I've learned that I am really just a pawn for my Boss.
"I feel like I was only hired for this" waving her hands between Kane and herself. With that Aurora ran to the bathroom, slamming the door. Effectively ending the conversation.
Ch. 5 (Wash, Rinse, Repeat)
Damn it, you finally get her to open up, and you have to act like a fucking asshole. Don't worry about her. She is expendable. Use her against them. Get your revenge on them all in one fell swoop. She didn't do anything to deserve this. She's an innocent. She told me what the plan was, with absolute honesty. Don't get fooled by a pretty piece of ass.
He shuddered, he really couldn't think of her that way. Kane went to the bedroom to get comfortable, and noticed that there was only one bed, and no couch.
Reaching for the phone, he called the front desk.
"Front Desk, my name is Toni, how may I help you?" "Yea, this is room 15-800, where is my couch?" he demanded.
"Ummm, per our records, it was said only 1 King bed was to be in the room, 1 dining table for two, and 1 reading chair, sir. Is there something I can help you with?"
Perky bitch. "No, I'm good" and with that he slammed the phone down. O yea, she's going to love this. So, young virgin, do you prefer the right or left side of the bed?
Kane was distracted from his thoughts, with the water running in the bathroom. All he could think about now, was a beautiful young woman who is naked behind that door. This is going to be a long night.
A long hot bath, is what the doctor ordered. I need to relax. Today was the worst day of my life, well outside finding out that Aunt Caroline has cancer. Aurora shucked her clothes and slid into the super steamy water. How could I let myself get caught up in the mess? I am the "quiet" girl. The wall-flower. For the second time in one day, Aurora cried.
Submerging herself underwater, Aurora just let the world slip away. Before she could even enjoy being under the water, she was yanked out.
Kane was carefully listening to the bathroom. He wasn't trying to be creepy, but she stirred a protective streak towards her. He remembers seeing her around the backstage area. What he remembers most; is that smile, warm and inviting. Just like that, he was brought back to the first time she spoke to him.
*FLASHBACK*
"Excuse me, Kane." Kane turned and looked down, and looking back up at him were bright green eyes, and award winning smile.
"Yes?" he asked.
"Well, I just wanted you to know, tomorrow morning, you have a radio spot with Detroit Shock Jock. You are to be at the radio station at 12:30PM. Would you like me to send you an itinerary?" she smiled.
"Umm, no. I have all the information I need. Uhh, thanks." he responded.
"Alright, have a great day." smiling, and a quick wave walking away.
He watched her bounce away. Her smile just lit up the room. Just like that, he had warmth, now back to the cold, dank hell.
*END FLASHBACK*
What brought him out of the revery, was the sobbing coming from the other side of the door. Then quiet. He counted to 10 and still nothing.
Getting up and walking to the door. Knocking on the door. "Aurora?" no answer, slightly getting stressed, "Rori?" nothing. He panicked, banging on the door. "Damn it, Aurora are you OK?" again dead silence.
He couldn't rip the door off fast enough. Barging into the bathroom, he immediately found her under the water, eyes closed. Without even thinking, he reached into the water and grabbed her.
Coughing and sputtering, Aurora tried to catch her breath. "What the FUCK are you doing?" he yelled.
"I was taking a bath." she coughed. Only then did she realize she was stark ass naked. Reaching to cover herself.
Kane looked down, which for the first time since he was a teenager, blushed. Slowly he let her go, and got up. Muttering an "I'm sorry", and left the bathroom.
For a few moments, Aurora just looked at the bathroom door, it was completely ripped off the hinges. Holy shit, he ripped the door off. Another second ticked by. HOLY FUCK, he saw me naked?! With a silent prayer. Hey universe, could you please ummm I don't know stop with all the mind fucks for one day. I'm really at my limit. Kay thanks.Reaching for the towel, she started to dry off. OK, today has been horrible, emotional, and even embarrassing. Well hey, get that awkward shit out of the way.Dressing rather quickly, Aurora carefully walked around the splintered door. Note to self, next hotel room, will request a solid metal door.
When she turned into the bedroom, she saw only his outline. It seemed as though his head was in his hands. She could hear the faint whispers of his rants.
"Why the fuck did I just barge in there? She already thinks you're a fucking monster."
For a moment, only one, she thought yes I do. But she remembered the look on his face in the bathroom. It wasn't rage or hate. It was genuine concern.
"No I don't," she said, interrupting the giant.
Quickly Kane got to his feet. He really wasn't used to being surprised.
"I don't think that of you. Caveman, yes, slightly angry, of course. But monster, no." She said confidently.
"While though I don't appreciate you barging in me while I'm bathing, I did notice your had this look of concern. A monster wouldn't be concerned." she stated. "Why did you barge in?" a simple question.
He really didn't know what to say. "I uhh," he started. Kane didn't have normal conversations, with anyone. "I heard you crying, and then dead silence, I knocked on the door, but you didn't answer. So, yea I came in". Simple answer.
He was genuine. Something Aurora couldn't explain, came over her. "Well I wouldn't call turning the bathroom door into kindle just "coming in". She teased, for the first time that night actually smiled.
Kane was taken back. She should be screaming at him. But that smile, he couldn't help but be taken in.
"Well it's your turn." she said, her tone still playful.
Confused, Kane looked at her.
With his head slightly tilted to the side. Aurora held her laugh. OMG, stop looking so cute. Cute? Did I just refer to Kane as cute? O, girl get some sleep, "My turn, for what?" he questioned.
Clearing her throat. "Well I figure, you saw me naked, it's only fair you show me." she stated matter of factly. She was having a hard time keeping it together.
"You want to see me naked?" Kane could not believe what he was hearing. The virgin beauty wanted to see him naked? He looked at her, and saw her eyes were twinkling with mischief.
Really little girl, you want to play that game? I can play. "OK". With that he started to take off his shoes, socks, removed his shirt, and by the time he reached for his pants..
"OMG, I was kidding, so kidding." she stammered.
It was his turn to have some fun. "O, come on now, you're right, what's fair is fair." Keeping eye contact, he watched her start swaying back on her feet. Her eyes were as big as saucers, her cheeks reminded him of cherries.
Kane reached for his buckle, and took it off. With a thunk it hit the floor.
"Please Kane, I was joking." she all but pleaded.
Little tease. She looks like she's about to cry. Just reaffirming that I'm just a deformed man. You can really really show her your monster side. Take her. I would never force a woman.
Without saying a word, he dropped his pants, he was just standing in his boxer briefs.
Aurora watched as the giant man stripped. Something inside her was stirring. I never felt this way before. O dear god, girl you need to breath. This is sexy. SEXY? When did I start thinking about Kane being sexy? Right when that giant beast starting getting all Chip N Dales.
Swallowing hard, all she could do was blink.
Kane stood there in just his boxers, he watched her for a moment then walked past her to the bathroom. A part of him wanting to wish she liked what she saw. Right, nothing sexier than a deformed monster.
Stepping over the door chunks, he turned the shower on. Damn bitch. Teasing us this way. Why do I even care? Stepping under the flow of water, Kane let out a long breath. All that did was make you look stupid. That little girl looked like she was going to run for it. Monsters have fun with little girls. No, I won't even bother.Aurora just stood there in bedroom, listened to the shower run. Keeping her eyes on the floor, she felt a wave of guilt, all she could do is remember that look of pain across his face. Why? Was the only question she could think of.
Walking over to dresser was a chilled bottle of champagne. "Fuck it", she muttered to herself. With that she went out to the balcony sat in the chair, popped it open and took a very long drink.
OK, why did he look so sad? Was question one. Question two was even harder, why was she upset that he was in pain? Taking another big drink, it hit her in the face. OMG, Lita. He actually started to care for her, then in front of the entire world, basically called his manhood into question, said he was ugly, and flushed his ring while making out with Edge.
"That fucking bitch!", Aurora was really pissed off, to her, regardless of your feelings for someone, there was no need for her to degrade him. Just by looking at the man for the last year, you can see that the guy had some deep rooted issues. She went out of her way to make this giant, for lack of a better word, small. Biting her lip, Aurora started to think. This has got to stop. Vince, Edge, & Lita have to be stopped. But how?
Another big drink, "Damn this is good stuff,'' she chuckled. Staring up at the sky, Aurora started to come up with a pretty good plan. Just let them think it's working, give them what they want, help him win this match with Edge in a month, make it a cage match for the title so it's just him and Edge in the ring.
Just turning off the shower, Kane stepped out, wrapping the towel around his waist, making his way into the bedroom he couldn't see Aurora. Looking around the apartment, not even a trace. Anger started to make its way into him. Bitch took off, well at least this one didn't embarrass you to the world.
His fists clenched to his sides, his whole body was starting to tremble. He needed to break someone or something. As he was about to rearrange the hotel, a small "O shit!" caught his attention. Looking for the sound, what he saw was very amusing.
Aurora was trying to get out of this deep seated chair, but after downing a half bottle of alcohol, that task became a lot more difficult.
Come on girly, you can do this, 1, 2, & 3- she stood for about .5 seconds before her drunken state and gravity brought her back down..
"O, shit!" she screeched. Falling straight on her ass, "Ow". Alright, get up and go to bed.
"Are you drunk?", his deep voice questioned. Of course you would come out here while I'm sitting on the floor, because hey why not.Aurora looked up at the man in question. Her breath caught in her throat. She swallowed. He's in a fucking towel, just a towel. I want to touch him! Wait, what?
Staring at his chest, making her way to his shoulders, then eyes finally making contact with his eyes. She nodded. "Yep" the "p" popping. Making her second attempt to stand, a little wobble, and she was up, well sorta she was leaning on the chair.
"I had this great idea," she exclaimed. "They want us to either A: Fight and you torment me- which by the way I'm not for that option. Or 2: I distract you while they run the castle. Either way, they win." she stated matter of factly. "I'm not sure about you big guy, but I would prefer them not winning." she was trying really hard not to stare at his chest.
Focus Aurora.Kane stood there stunned. He had heard her, but was just taken back by her statement. As he was about to respond, he watched the girl take a step away from the couch, and right back to the floor. Without thinking he reached out and grabbed her.
Holding her by the waist, made him realize how tiny she was. He was almost 2 feet taller than her. Risking a look down, he was met with bright emerald green eyes, he didn't see fear, or disgust, he just saw embarrassment.
"You OK?" he gruffed out. "Ummm, yea, I should have drank that much," she stated. "I mean shouldn't have…. " giggling. He knew if he let her go, she would smack the floor, so with no effort on his part, lifted her bridal style and walked her back to the bed.
I'm nuts. Why did you not just walk her back to the bed? Because you wanted to touch her. Of course. He placed her not so gently on the bed, and went to get some basketball shorts on.
Aurora bounced hard on the bed… "Hey, be careful, not all of us are made of muscle!" she stammered. Kane came back from getting his shorts on, "Well little girl, I'm not a fucking taxi so, be grateful I didn't let you crack your head on the pavement".
ASSHOLE! Just a fucking asshole. "Gee, thanks, that's two times you saved me from something, and it's twice you seemed annoyed for doing it… I got an idea, if I bother you so much, next time I'm about to get fucked up, just let it happen." Aurora raised her eyebrow in defiance.
"I'm trying to make peace here, dude. I want to work with you to take the 3 musketeers down, but if you don't want my help, fine… whatever", again she looked him in the eye.
Aurora rolled her eyes, and curled up on the far right side of the better.. Still muttering, "Extend the olive branch Aurora, sometimes you find allies in those who you thought were your enemies."...her aunt Caroline words flowed through her mind. "When a person dares to back you into a corner, you strike quick and hard, do not let someone frighten you."
*Flashback*
By the time Aurora was 14 years old she was in over 5 foster homes, each one another circle of hell. So when the social worker rang the doorbell of a Ms. Caroline Davenport, Aurora was already planning her escape. Living on the street would be better than living with someone who will just beat you.
As the door opened, a small little woman appeared. "So, you're the one they say is causing so much trouble." Taken back by her words, "Well old lady, I'm just a fucking ray of sunshine", she snapped back.
At first the old woman just stared at the tiny girl, and Aurora was thinking this was the quickest return to the orphanage in history. "You got attitude kid, I like it!" With that the old woman turned back "You coming in or what?"
From that moment on, Aurora found something that she was missing. A friend, & family. Caroline Davenport was the only person that she trusted or even loved.
*End Flashback*
Kane couldn't believe what he just heard she wanted to work with him? He watched as she rolled her eyes, then even more amazing just rolled over.
She just fuckin rolled her eyes at me? Who the hell does she think she is? Anger building again he grabbed her leg and yanked her over to the end of the bed.
"Who the fuck do you think you're talking to?" he yelled.
"Well I was talking to you, but it seems as though your alter ego is the one in control at the moment!" she remarked.
Fuming, Kane loomed over her, causing her to gasp. "I told you once tonight to watch that pretty little mouth, I don't think you realize what a dangerous position you're in sweetheart" he stated, smirking at her while he talked.
"O, don't think for one second I don't know, but I'm going to let you in on a secret, I'm really not afraid of you. I respect that you're this giant, and you can most definitely rearrange my body, but it wouldn't be the first time someone put their hands on me. So go ahead, show me how scary you are." she all but screamed at him. Her body was trembling with fear and adrenaline. Aurora knew the pain of physical and emotional abuse.
Taken aback by her words, he just watched her. He could tell that she wasn't joking. Who put their hands on you little mouse? The thought of someone really hurting her did something to his insides.
Stepping back, he took a long deep breath. Then another. One more just for precaution. He finally looked at her again. With her glowing green eyes, looking at him, he realized that he couldn't really hurt her. Someone put their hands on you? I'll break every bone in their hands. It seems as though the man and the monster were in agreement, she was not going to be hurt by their hands.
"What did you mean, by working together?" he gruffed out.
Aurora had to concentrate on her breathing, being this close to him, was doing something to her insides. Oh, the fear was there, but also something else… She really couldn't pinpoint it.
Steadying her breath, she looked at him.
"I thought if we pretend that you're distracted" using air quotes, "it would make them think that whatever they wanted is working, so when you go into this match with Edge in a month it wouldn't be with this vengeance thing you got going on. So he would be overly cocky, then you would strike, then you can request the match for the belt to be a hell in cell match. This way, no one could interfere. If you won, it would be because you won, but if you lost and I'm using IF" again air quotes, "it would be because you lost, not because your ex got involved with the match."
The sounds of a deep laugh echoed through the entire room. OK, well, I thought it was a good idea. Aurora though coldly. Asshole could have just said. NO. Doesn't have to laugh at me. "Well what's your bright idea, genius?"
Kane listened to her little speech, and was taken back that she was willing to do this. He couldn't help but laugh, this little tiny thing is willing to go up against Vince. She's spunky. I think we'll keep her.
But her remark caught him off guard. "What the hell are you talking about?" he snapped.
"You're laughing at me, you could have just said "Bad idea Aurora", but you know hey, this is the first time I'm planning an evil scheme here, so cut me some slack" she retorted. He smirked again, it really pissed her off when he smirked at her.
"Evil scheme huh?, Well for a first timer, you're not too bad at it" he snorted. Watching her face he could see a small blush form over her cheeks.
"Uhh, thanks, I think?". "So, you want to be distracted, and make them eat that belt?" she asked.
"Yea, distract me, but how in the world will you do that?"
All the confidence that she had a moment ago was squished. Biting her lip, she just shrugged her shoulders. "I honestly don't know. I mean I've never acted like bait before, so is there like a "how to be bait for a 7 foot giant book out there?" "Cause I'll go to Barnes & Nobles now to get one!" she chuckled.
Smiling down at her, "No, I don't think they've made that book yet."
"Well damn, I guess we're going to have to figure this out." Aurora scooted herself back up to where she was laying before. Kane climbed onto the bed leaning against the headboard, his long legs stretched out. Kane couldn't help but notice how tiny she was. He engulfed the entire bed, but she was like a child, she had plenty of room.
"Well I don't think acting like lovers would work, I mean, it would seem fake" she was talking out loud. "But, you're not exactly known for "friends" either, so" hmmmm… This was harder than I thought. Then it hit her. "OMG, I have it!" she turned so she was sitting indian style facing Kane. He was really amused by her, one second she's staring at her nails, next she's bouncing with excitement.
He turned so he can look at her. "What's your great evil scheme?" He teased. "Don't be mean" she said with a smile on her face, "OK, so being lovers, right away would send up a huge red flag, I mean no man would fall for that, right? So, I was thinking, every time you're in the ring doing whatever I could come down, and I don't know talk shit?" "Because hey I'm really good with my mouth!" The enormity of what she just said lingered in between them…. "That's not what I meant, I mean, I don't know if I would be good with my mouth, I've never….. OMG please stop me from talking… 3… 2…. 1…. " she buried her face in her pillow.
Stunned, he watched her go from this great story teller to the queen of Freudian slips. Another deep belly laugh echoed through the room. "So you're good with your mouth, huh?" "Please do tell" he teased.
"Please just kill me, throw me out the window." she muffled into her pillow. But it sounded more like… "PFese js ke m, th mi ooot ti wedow" …
"I'm sorry, what was that?" he honestly didn't know what she was saying the pillow was in the way.
Tilting her head to where she would talk, but not have to look at him, "I said, Please throw me out the window". Face went back into the pillow. "No, I think I'll keep you around, you're fun." he said laughing.
That was first someone asking him for death, he knew she was joking of course, but the monster did not like that joke. I will not put you in harm's way, you're my mouse. Where did that come from? My mouse? Shaking his head from his thoughts, "I assume those kinds of slips happen a lot?" it was more of a statement then question.
A muffled yes and a head shake was all he got. Without even thinking of the why, he yanked the pillow from her and snatched her wrists. "Look at me" he demanded. "I'm going to say this once, so pay attention." He waited until he was looking right into her eyes. "Do not hide from me, I actually enjoy the fact that you're so animated, honest, and yes completely inappropriate when you have no intentions of being. It's refreshing. So no more hiding." he stared into her eyes.
Swallowing she nodded. "I want to hear you," he demanded. "Yes, no hiding, can I have my wrists back please?" Kane looked at his hands, they completely engulfed hers. He dropped her hands as quickly as he snatched them. "Sorry" "'S OK".
"As I was saying before I became a sexual harassment lawsuit, I would come down to the ring towards the end of your match, and taunt you. You would get so angry, beat whomever you're fighting, then would come after me. I of course being an amazing runner, would just barely escape your rage, so then to them it would look like I would be your new target, effectively you distracted because me 5'1 is for lack of a better word goating you!" she breathed out.
Kane mulled that over. This could actually work. I would give chase, her running, teasing and taunting would work. "That's not a bad idea, but one question, what do you mean taunt me, how?" Kane watched as she chewed her lip. I would love to do that for you baby. The hell? Baby?
"I guess, I would say stuff like, "being with you sucks, or I'm being forced into this, you suck?" "I really don't know, I mean, I'm really not a mean person, so…. I don't intentionally try to hurt people." She was playing with the hem of her tank top.
"Why not go for the kill, and go after the Edge & Lita thing?" he barked. Looking straight into his eyes.
Aurora sighed, knowing that it was a logical question. "It's no secret that at some point with Lita, you cared, rubbing that betrayal in your face is cruel. I would never do that to you. I've never had someone I was committed to, but the thought of someone you cared about doing what she did, makes my heartbreak. It's one of the many reasons I avoid love. Can't get hurt if you're not there to be hurt."
What does she mean, avoids love? She won't use the easiest thing to "enrage" me? Kane stared at her, "OK, I won't ask you to. Trust me, everyone else will be".
Aurora surprised herself and reached out to his hand, "I'm not like everyone else," she said with a genuine smile on her face. For a few precious moments Kane was elated, she reached out to him, but all too soon her hand was tucked back in her own.
Kane just stared at her "Yea, I'm starting to see that" he responded.
Aurora was blushing again. "Uhhh, thanks." "Look it's getting really late, we have 2 days in this room, we have a lot of planning to do. I think we should just get some sleep." With that Aurora laid down and snuggled into the blanket.
Kane didn't respond, just nodded his agreement turned off the side lamp, and settled in for the night.
Ch. 6 (Wounded Souls)
(3:30AM) God why couldn't I just fall asleep? O, right had a horrible day. Aurora just laid in bed, just staring at the ceiling. Everything from the previous day just kept running through her mind. While the man next to her, seemed to sleep like a baby. Lucky bastard.
Tossing back and forth was not what she wanted to do. Her body and mind were exhausted. Unfortunately, it seemed that the days events were plaguing her mind.
First off, she was laying next to a man, which was definitely not something that she would have expected. Secondly, now she has to work with said man, and not get fired in the process. Thirdly, probably most importantly, Kane made her feel different. In a warm tingly way. There must be something really wrong with me.
Many years ago, she swore that she would not allow anyone close to her. She already slipped up when Aunt Caroline broke down some of her walls, now here she was again, and she could feel something. Aurora hated it.
*FLASHBACK*
"Mommy, I'm hungry, can I have something to eat?" a 4 year old Aurora begged.
"Jesus Christ, Ro, can't you just go find something to play with,? her mother yelled.
Aurora's mother would never win Mother of the Year, she resented the little girl.
It was her fault her boyfriend left when she told him she was pregnant, by the time she had enough money for the abortion, legally it was too late.
So Kristen kept the baby that "ruined" her life. Always making sure that she told her she was unloved and hated.
It was only a few months after Auroras' birthday, did Kristen start hitting and pushing her around. Her abuse lasted almost 2 years before Child Services pulled her out of the home.
After her mother told Child Services they could keep her, Aurora realized, no one really loved her, she was unwanted from the word go. That was the day her heart just iced over, and it stayed that way until Caroline Davenport.
All of the 5 foster home that she was in, Aurora, was beaten, kicked, starved, screamed at. Aurora became hard, cold, and just plain uncaring.
Each foster home, she would stay, maybe a couple months, no longer than a year or so. Many nights, she would just wonder, "Why she even sticks around."
Caroline Davenport took in this hard girl, who was too young to see so much hate, and loved her. It was so hard for her to accept at first. In her short lifetime, Aurora learned that people really can't be trusted.
For months, Caroline, fed and clothed her. Never asking her to do more than her homework, and keep her room clean.
"Listen kiddo, I know you have a lot of trust issues, and from what I read about your past, I don't blame you," Caroline stated, "but how about we start fresh, OK?I'm thinking you and I aren't so different. I was in the system, and I had some shitty foster parents too. I want a family, you want a family. I don't see why we can't be each other's family." Caroline finished.
The pair just stared at the other. Aurora biting her lip. "Well, you don't completely suck, and you can throw down in the kitchen," Aurora smirked, "I could do a lot worse."
Just like that, started the bridge to a happier and healthier kid.
*END FLASHBACK*
Shaking out of her memory, Aurora, got out of bed to use the restroom. After washing her hands, she just looked at herself in the mirror.
Her big green eyes stared back at her. Damn it, all this crap today is bringing back things I would like to forget. Sighing, she splashed some water on her face, and made her way back to the bed.
Kane woke up the moment Aurora got out of bed. His demons coming out to play. She's leaving. No woman wants to have a monster in their bed.
He waited for her to return, and to his surprise, she did. Aurora noticed he was awake, "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to wake you, had to use the ladies room." Getting back into bed, turning to face him.
"It's all good, it's been awhile since I was sleeping next to someone." he stated. She made a slight laugh at that. "I get it, never had anyone to sleep next to, so there's that."
It still surprised him, that someone so beautiful, and kind would not have men beating down the door for any attention she would give them.
"Why?" he asked.
Taken aback by the question, she figured to be honest with him. "I don't trust people, my life wasn't exactly fairytales or unicorns. I was beaten, starved, an emotional punching bag, from the time I was 4 until I was 14 and placed with my foster mom. The shit I've survived, just made me cold to the idea of it, ya know?" Sighing, she continued, "By the time Caroline Davenport was my foster mom, I was in 5 foster homes, each worse than the last. I didn't understand what love was until Caroline, the damage was done though. Every time a person has touched me, it was usually to inflict pain. So, I don't know what or even how to let someone that close. It was almost 6 months of living with Caroline before I would stop flinching if she moved her hands too quickly. Even now, I have a hard time touching others, or letting others touch me." Aurora finished her little explanation, but not wanting to look at him, stared at her nails.