A/N: Okay this is a long ass chapter so I hope you enjoy. It can get confusing if you aren't focusing on it. Each part is separated but links together if you understand what I'm getting at. Not 100% sure if it makes sense, I'm actually really tired and only re-read some of it for mistakes so forgive me. Tell me what you think xx
"You're married?!" Paul looked blankly at Lynn trying to think of a response but nothing was coming to mind
"What?" Paul said pretending not to hear what she was saying
"You're fucking married?"
"Huh . . . umm" Nothing. No words were entering Paul's mind to try and explain what was going on
"Are you married?"
"I- I . . . umm, married?" Fucking hell, say something you jackass, Paul thought to himself.
"Yes married! Husband and Wife" Lynn said getting annoyed that Paul was avoiding the subject.
"Right. Married" Paul said nodding his head understandingly, "yes in so many words, I guess you can say that I am . . . married"
Paul just stood silently trying to read the expression on Lynn's face, it was completely unreadable. This was the first time that Paul couldn't read or know what his sister was thinking and it was killing him inside. He didn't know what type of reaction he wanted from her, if he got a bad one then he would be prepared for his parents but if it was a good one then he wouldn't need to worry about convincing her. In any other type of situation, Paul would've like a supportive sister but this wasn't a normal situation though, somehow, Lynn found out that he was married and he wasn't ready for this conversation for a second.
"What the fuck Paul. Why the fuck are you married? How the fuck did you end up married? Why didn't you tell me?" Lynn shouted slapping Paul's chest continuously.
"Whoa, slow down and stop hitting me. I'll answer your questions if you answer mine first" Lynn sighed and nodded, "How the fuck did you find out?"
"Next time, watch where you leave your phone, your wife called" Lynn said shoving Paul's phone to his chest, "Now fucking answer me"
"Fine. It happened at Vegas, I got really drunk and then next thing I remember was waking up and bam . . . I was married" Paul said giving Lynn the short story, knowing that she wouldn't fully understand the long version because he still didn't get it. After standing there for what felt like hours, Lynn still hadn't spoken one word to him, "Lynn can you saying something? Anything? Yell, hit me, throw something at me. Just do something"
"You're a fucking idiot" Lynn smirked trying to hold in her laugh
"You want to laugh don't you" Paul said rolling his eyes, "Why does everyone laugh after I tell them?"
"Because the golden child fuck up for once in his life" Lynn said laughing a bit, "so I'm guessing you haven't told dear ol' Dad yet"
Paul just gave her a look that just said 'what do you think'
"Okay, sorry. I'm not going to bother you with this right now because I want to hear more about this stupid situation you put yourself into but Mom is going to come looking for me in a bit" Lynn said opening the front door but turned and looked at Paul, "You better know what you are doing otherwise you best start planning your funeral"
Paul stayed where he was trying to think about what he was going to do. His sister had just found out he was married, there was no explain the fear that ran through his mind when she just brought it up. Even though, she reacted well to the news, Paul knew better than to believe that Lynn was going to act reasonable throughout this problem so he just needed to be more careful now. Paul looked at his phone and sighed, Stephanie obviously called for a reason and he had to talk to her so he decided to send her a text before going back into the house.
I'm with my family right now. I'll call you when I get home x
As Paul sat back down on the floor with his niece and nephew, his phone buzzed in his pocket. He smiled when he saw that Stephanie texted him back.
Don't worry about it. Speak to you later x
It was a long day for Stephanie, she had a whole day of classes at college and all she wanted to do was relax and watch movies for the rest of the night. By the time Stephanie got back to her apartment it was already 6 in the evening, so a quiet night in was exactly what she needed. As she walked into her apartment she saw Kelsey sitting on the couch watching a game show.
"Hey Kels" Stephanie said sitting next to Kelsey on the couch, "you up for a movie night?"
"Only always. I'll go and get the ice cream and snacks, you put a movie on" Kelsey said jumping off the couch and running into the kitchen, "You know, Steph I was thinking-"
"That never ends well" Stephanie joked as she was going through all their movies.
"Shut up" Kelsey laughed, "Anyways, I was thinking that we should have a getaway this weekend"
"This wouldn't have anything to do with Paul coming to visit this weekend would it?" Stephanie asked as she raised her eyebrows at her best friend
"Oh, is that this weekend?" Kelsey asked walking back into the den and placed the food on the table
"Yes it is this weekend" Stephanie said putting the movie on and sat next to Kelsey, "Come on, tell me what's up?"
"I heard that Paul lives in New York and I really want to go" Kelsey pouted, "I've never been before and it will be so much fun. You, me . . . and your boyfriend slash husband in New York"
"Two things. One, you came to New York with me and my family for New Years. Two, why does it have to be this weekend? Paul isn't going anywhere and you can come with me whenever I go and visit"
"Okay, so maybe I have been to New York but it will be fun if it was just us two. My brother told me that my parents are coming down this weekend for meetings and I need to you know . . . not be here" Stephanie sighed knowing this was a fight she didn't have energy for. Kelsey was a lot more stubborn than Stephanie was when she wanted something and going to New York was what she wanted.
"Fine, I call Paul later. Can we just watch this movie?" Stephanie asked pointing towards the TV
"Okay" Kelsey said clapping her hands happy that she got her way
Once the movie finished, Stephanie took her phone out and dialed Paul's number to change the plans for the weekend. She put it on speaker so that Kelsey could hear the conversation, knowing full well that she would have comments to make.
"Hello?" Stephanie looked at her phone making sure she called the correct number not recognizing the voice that answered
"Hi, is Paul there?"
"He's a little busy, can I take a message?"
"Just tell him that I want to talk about this weekend. He'll know what it means"
"Who did you say this was again?" Stephanie could tell that the person on the other side was confused as to who was calling. Before Stephanie could reply, Kelsey jumped in
"He's wife Stephanie. Will you be able to get the message to him?"
"Of course, I'll tell him right now, bye" When Stephanie hung up she looked over at her best friend confused and a little annoyed at what just happened.
"Why would you say that I was his wife?" Kelsey could sense that Stephanie was annoyed by the look on her face but didn't really care.
"Because you are" Stephanie was about to say something but Kelsey cut her off, "I know you are just pretending like you aren't and are just saying you are dating. I just wanted to make sure that, that girl on Paul's phone knew he was taken"
"You have some logic and I thank you for that but I trust Paul and I know that he respects our marriage" Stephanie blinked after saying 'marriage' this was still a new thing for her.
A few minutes later, Stephanie got a text from Paul saying that he was with his family. immediately that started to make sense, the woman that answered his phone must've been his sister and started to laugh at Kelsey for thinking that Paul had a 'thing' going on with his sister.
After an eventful dinner Paul was just happy to be back at his penthouse, his was exhausted. He spent probably about three hours with his family and it honestly felt like a week. He and his Dad were being civil from time to time but then there were a few moments when they were at each other's throats. He remembered that he said that he was going to call Stephanie once he got back. He sat down on his bed and called Stephanie's number, it was only a few seconds before Stephanie answered.
"Hey Husband" Stephanie said happily as she answered the phone
"Hey Steph, I heard that you called earlier" Paul said loosening his tie
"Yeah, I wanted to talk to you about this weekend"
"Everything okay? You don't want me to come?"
"No actually, the opposite. However, I wanted to change a few things" Stephanie hesitantly said not sure what to say.
"I'm all ears"
"Well, the thing is Kelsey's parents are coming down this weekend and she's not in the mood to see them. So I was wondering if we come to New York instead of you coming to Boston" Stephanie explained biting her lip as Paul was quiet, "You don't have to say yes, it's just a suggestion. I know it's really last minute 'cause you were meant to come over tomorrow"
"No, I mean yeah that's fine. I have my assistant call you with the flight times and what you would need to do once you are here"
"I can't ask you to pay for our flights, I can do that"
"Don't be ridiculous. I'll send my jet for you tomorrow and it will be ready when you are" Stephanie just sat with her mouth open not sure what to say. He just said that he was sending a jet for them to use, "Steph, you still there?"
"Huh . . . yeah, yeah I'm here. I'm pretty sure that Kelsey doesn't have classes on tomorrow and I don't so we should be there by the early afternoon."
"That's fine, I'll be at work then but I'll organize a driver for you two for the weekend. I'm going to give my assistant your number and you just tell her what time you want to leave and she will give you all the information that you will need"
"Thank you, Paul" Stephanie said grateful
"Anything for my wife. So I guess I'll see you here in New York tomorrow"
"That you will. Bye Paul"
"Bye Steph"
Paul smiled, he was starting to really like Stephanie. Every time they spoke, he just felt like he was able to be himself without problems and Stephanie wouldn't judge him or assume things because of who he is and how much money his family has. He hoped that's how he made her feel as well, because he was really starting to believe that this marriage could work out.
The Next Day
Stephanie woke up to her phone ringing loudly. Groaning, Stephanie flung her arm out onto her nightstand to reach for her phone. Not even looking at the caller ID, she just answered the phone.
"Hello?" Stephanie answered sleepily
"Is this Stephanie speaking?"
"Yes, this is her"
"Hi, I'm Lily - Paul's assistant. He told me to contact you. Mr. Levesque's jet will be at Logan International from 11 and will be ready to leave once you arrive. Just make sure that you are at the airport the latest 4 o'clock this afternoon. Once you get to New York, a driver will pick you up and take you straight to Mr. Levesque penthouse, the doorman has been informed about your arrival and will present you with keys to the apartment. I'll see you soon"
"Okay, bye" Stephanie said hanging up the phone. She was so confused, she looked at the time and it was only 8 in the morning. She just about understood what Paul's assistant was saying, she only picked up a few words and hopefully they were the important ones.
Stephanie didn't have much time to think about it because an energetic Kelsey jumped into her room and started to bounce on the bed. Stephanie just groaned and collapsed on her bed trying everything in her power to ignore her best friend.
"You can't ignore me forever" Kelsey said playfully kicking Stephanie, "Are you going to tell me what Paul said?"
"Once I tell you, you have to leave my room and let me go back to sleep"
"I promise, now are we going to New York?" Kelsey asked as she stopped jumping and sat down next to Stephanie
"Yes, his assistant just called me and said that the jet will be at Logan in 3 hours so we can leave whenever we want"
"Thank fuck, I'm going to pack you too. I want to be in New York by this afternoon" Kelsey got off Stephanie's bed and left the room excitedly. Stephanie was only able to get about an extra 30 minutes of sleep before Kelsey dragged her out of bed.
4 hours later, Stephanie and Kelsey finally made it to the airport. Stephanie called Lily to tell her that they were on their way to the airport and should be in New York in about 2 hours. Once they finally landed, the best friends made their way through the airport and met with their driver who drove them straight to Paul's apartment. When they arrived, they met the doorman Hector who helped them with their bags and showed them how to get into the penthouse through the elevator.
"Wow! This place is . . ." Kelsey trailing off not knowing the words to describe where she was
"Unbelievable" Stephanie finished, she couldn't believe that her Husband lived in a penthouse. It was two floors, which includes; a master bedroom with an en-suite, two guestrooms and a separate bathroom, a den slash games room and a fully furnished modern kitchen. The side of the apartment was made of complete glass leading towards a balcony which looked across New York.
"Paul knows how to decorate. Do you think he has food?" Kelsey asked dropping her bags by the door and went to the kitchen, "Look at this, I found a note from lover boy"
"What are you talking about?" Stephanie asked walking towards Kelsey and picked up the letter.
Kelsey, you get the guestroom on the first floor pass the kitchen second door on the right, the bathroom is the door opposite. Steph, you have the option of sharing with me in the master bedroom or go to the other guestroom. Master bedroom is on the second floor first door on the left and the guestroom is on the second floor second door on right. If you guys are hungry, come and meet me at my office and I'll take you guys out to lunch or dinner depending on what time you get here. Paul x
"Okay, I'm going to get changed quickly and we can go to see Paul in his big office" Kelsey said walking to pick up her bag and went to look for her bedroom.
Stephanie stood staring at the letter and the words that stood out to her the most; sharing with me or the other guestroom. Did she want to share with Paul? Would it be awkward between them? Then again, he did offer and they were dating and it wasn't like they were complete strangers.
"Steph, I can hear you thinking from here. Just pick a goddamn room" Kelsey shouted from her room. Stephanie smiled, she was clearly overthinking this whole thing. She picked up her bag and made her way to the master bedroom, if her and Paul were going to get to know each other it was probably best that they shared a room.
Ten minutes later, Stephanie and Kelsey had left the penthouse and were on their way to Paul's office. It was a good thing they had a driver because they hadn't the slightest clue as to where Paul worked.
"Hi, we're here to see Paul Levesque" Stephanie greeted stopping at the reception desk
"What's the name?" The receptionist asked looking up at the girls.
"Stephanie" The receptionist looked at her for the full name, "Stephanie McMahon-Levesque" That was the first time Stephanie had said her full name out loud since marrying Paul and it was a little weird
"Of course, I'll just call his assistant" A few seconds later the receptionist got off the phone, "You can go up Mrs. Levesque, it's the 19th floor"
"Thank you" Stephanie said walking towards the elevators with Kelsey.
"That's the first time you've said your full name, isn't it?" Kelsey asked as the elevator doors opened and they got on
"Was it that obvious?"
"Yes, it sounded weird at first but weirdly enough it suits. I like it!" Kelsey said supportively linking her arm through Stephanie's as they waited for the elevator.
When the elevator stopped they walked through the office avoiding the busy workers and trying not to draw attention to themselves. They saw Paul's office and smiled at who they assumed was his assistant and stood in front of her.
"Hey, you must be Stephanie. It's nice to put a face to the stories and the voice. I'm Lily" Stephanie smiled at Lily who looked the same age as her. She had long brunette hair and tan skin, a little part of Stephanie was jealous that this was Paul's assistant.
"Nice to meet you Lily, this is my best friend Kelsey" Stephanie said introducing the two females to each other, "I'm guessing my dear Husband told you what happened?"
"That would be correct. I'm going to stay out of it because it is your business but even though I am Paul's assistant, I know how he can be, so feel free to talk to me at any point" Lily said warming up to the girls. Stephanie was really beginning to like Lily and knew she would become good friends with her, "Just walk in he should be doing paperwork"
"Thanks Lily" Stephanie and Kelsey said as they walked into Paul's office. They walked in to see Paul sitting at his desk reading through some papers. He looked up at the sound of his office door opening and smiled seeing his Wife and her best friend walk in.
"You have no idea how happy I am to see you two" Paul said getting up from his desk and walked over to the girls, he hugged Kelsey and kissed Stephanie cheek then smirked seeing the faint blush on her cheeks.
"Long day at work?" Kelsey asked pointing to the mess on his desk
"You have no idea. Wanna grab something to eat? I know a really nice diner nearby" Paul suggested picking up his jacket and led them out of his office, "Lily, I'm going to out for a late lunch, I'll be back in about an hour probably longer"
"Will do, Paul. I got everything covered here until you get back" Lily said, waving the threesome off so that they could go and get lunch.
Paul decided that it would be easier to walk to the diner as it wasn't that far or cold out. There wasn't much conversation between the three but they didn't mind because it didn't feel like an awkward silence, it was comfortable and they knew that they were still trying to get used to the situation. When they got to the diner, Paul went and ordered the food while the girl sat a booth; Paul and Stephanie on one side and Kelsey on the other.
"Can you even eat fast food?" Kelsey asked arching her eyebrow at Paul. It didn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that Paul worked out and was obviously living a really healthy lifestyle.
"Hey! I can eat fast food I choose not too in case my body fat increases" Paul joked, "But I take my niece and nephew here whenever I see them. It doesn't take a lot for them to convince me to buy them junk food"
"Ah, I get it. Under all that muscle and money suit you have a soft spot for kids" Stephanie said poking Paul in the arm, Paul laughed took hold of her hand and softly kissed it and just held it smiling when Stephanie linked her fingers through his.
"I love kids. On the odd occasion, there will be that one kid that annoys the crap out of me" Paul rolled his eyes and smiled. The waitress came over pausing the conversation for a bit and placed their food in front of them
"Who knew the big bad man was a marshmallow" Kelsey joked, Paul picked up a couple of his fries and throw them at her head, Kelsey stuck her tongue out before picking up her fries and eating them.
That was how the rest of lunch went, they were joking and messing around while getting to know each other. Paul and Stephanie had gotten more comfortable with each other and were holding hands, flirting, Paul kissed Stephanie's cheek a few times; nothing major but you could tell that their relationship was moving along faster than they would've thought. Once they finished Paul walked them back and smiled at his driver that were taking the girls back to his apartment.
"I really need to get back to work now" Paul said opening the car door for the girls, "I'll see you two back at the apartment"
"Thanks for lunch, Big Shot" Kelsey said getting into the car, leaving Stephanie and Paul standing outside.
"Thank you for lunch, it was really nice spending time with you"
"It was nice spending time with you too. I'm going to get back to work so that I can leave early and spend more time with you" Paul said taking Stephanie's hand in his, pulling her closer to him.
"Okay, I don't want to keep you then" Stephanie said softly
Paul leaned down and softly placed his lips against hers. It wasn't rushed or forced it was gentle and loving, Stephanie wrapped her arms around Paul's neck and pulled him closer. When they pulled apart, Paul smiled before giving Stephanie one last peck on the lips and letting her get into the car. He was really happy, he didn't actually think that Stephanie would be this comfortable around him let alone allow him to kiss her. Spending just an hour with Stephanie, Paul could tell that it won't be hard to fall for her because he was starting to and it the more time he spent with her the harder he was going to fall.