Roman rubbed her back as she cried. Once she was calm, she stood. Wiping her cheeks once more.
"I should tell Seth. Before I tell my parents and brother. I need to know where he stands", she said.
Roman nodded.
"Want to do it now? I can give you a ride", he said.
She nodded. She needed to know if he wanted to be there for this baby or not. She wasn't going to force him.
"Should I?", she asked Roman.
"I think it's a good idea. Let it sink in", Roman said.
Diana nodded.
He drove her to Seth's house. She got off and walked up to his door. Knocking, he answered. He noticed she was with Roman and that irked him just a bit.
"Hey, what's going on?", he asked.
"Can we talk real quick?", she asked.
He nodded and walked out with her. She took a deep breath.
"Why are you with Rome?", he asked.
She looked over at the truck.
"Oh, he just gave me a ride", she replied.
He nodded.
"So what's up sweetheart?", he asked, taking her hand.
"I'm pregnant, Seth", she said.
Seth didn't know what to say to that.
"Are you sure?", he asked.
She nodded.
"I just need to know if you're going to be there. You don't have too. I won't force you to do something you don't want to do. You'll be graduating next week and, you can tell me then. I'm giving you time to think about it", Diana said.
"When are you telling your parents?", he asked.
"When I have your answer", she said.
He nodded. He took a step away from her and sighed, releasing her hand.
"This is a lot", he said.
"How do you think I feel?", she asked.
He turned and walked back into his house. Diana made her way to Roman's truck. She expected him to react that way. Apart of her doubted he would stick around for this baby.
"So?", Roman asked as he drove her home.
"I gave him till graduation to decide if he wants to be there for this baby or not. My parents are going to be so mad and disappointed", she said.
"But they'll be there for you and so will your brother. You'll also have me D", he said.
"Till you leave for college", she said.
"No, you'll always have me.", he said.
She looked over at him and smiled.
Seth couldn't believe it. Diana was pregnant. He had nothing to offer her or this baby. They were just kids. He looked at the pile of rejection letters on his desk, beside his demo cds. Almost all the recording companies have turned him away.
He was stuck in this town now. No way out, this baby made sure of that. The next day at school, he found Diana with her friends. He sat beside her, with her between his legs.
"I'm in", he said.
She looked at him.
"You have plenty of time to think about it Seth", she said.
He sighed.
"I know, but this is my kid. I have nothing else going on for me. I'll have to find a job of course, but I know a few places around here are hiring.", he said.
She nodded. He kissed her cheek.
"Let's not say anything to anyone till after graduation. Okay. That will only stress us out more and we've got finals to think about. We'll talk to your parents first, they'll be more understanding", he said.
"Agreed", she said smiling.
"I'm going to do everything I can to make sure you and this baby have everything you both need", Seth said.
She nodded. Maybe she shouldn't have doubted him.
It was graduation day. They watched the guys walk up to accept their diploma. They were now being forced to take tons of pictures with family and friends. All four guys took a picture together.
Diana hugged Roman next.
"Congratulations Rome", she said.
"Thanks", he said.
"Oh how cute, let me get a picture", his mom said.
"Oh mom", Roman whined.
"Its okay", Diana giggled.
Maria stood beside Patricia as she took a photo of Diana and Roman. She smiled. Both moms knew of Roman's feelings towards Diana.
"Let me get a copy", Maria said.
Patricia nodded. Seth went over to them and pulled Diana away from Roman.
"You still coming to my house for my graduation party?", Seth asked.
Roman, Dean, and Victor nodded.
"D?", he asked.
"I'm not feeling so good, so I might skip", Diana said.
Seth nodded, understanding her morning sickness was bothering her.
An hour before his graduation party, he got a call from someone, but he didn't recognize the number. They left a voicemail to call them back. Hearing it ring twice, and then a third, he was going to hang up.
"Slater recording studios", a woman answered.
When he heard that, he didn't want to get his hopes up. Sometimes they called to let him down carefully.
"Hi, I got a call from this number. He didn't leave his name though", Seth said.
"Name?", she asked.
"Seth Rollins", he said.
"Just a second Mr. Rollins", she said.
Again it rang, someone picked up after the first ring.
"Mr. Rollins, this is Dolph Ziggler. You sent me your demo", the man said.
Seth smiled.
"Yes sir", Seth said.
"I just have to say, we loved your music. I think with a few added things, this could be a big deal for you", he said.
"Wow. Really?", Seth said.
"Yes. I was wondering if there was anyway you could come down here tomorrow. We can send a jet for you, and a driver for when you arrive of course.", Dolph said.
"So soon?", he questioned.
"The sooner, the better. We want to make the Grammys before cutoff time. Picture it Seth, best new artist", Dolph said.
"Can we finish the album before then?", Seth asked.
"With my help. We can", Dolph said.
"Tomorrow? Okay, I'll see you tomorrow", Seth said excited.
"Great. We can't wait to meet you in person", Dolph said.
Seth set his phone down and went to tell his parents. They were a bit worried this was a scam and agreed to go if Seth went with his dad. Seth agreed. They agreed not to say a word to anyone till the deal was official. This secret was to stay between them.
"Now, your graduation party. Its starts soon", his dad said.
Seth nodded. It was going to be hard to keep this from his friends. Diana. What about her and the baby? Seth shook his head, she would just have to understand that this was his dream and for their future.
He nodded. She would understand. She told him he didn't have to stay with her.
The next day, Diana was waiting for Seth on her front porch. Today was the day they were telling her parents and his. He was ten minutes late. She realized he never actually responded to her text this morning. She tried to call him, but it went straight to voicemail.
She stood and made her way to Seth's house. It wasn't that far away. Getting there, she knocked and his mom answered.
She smiled at Diana.
"Hi Mrs. Rollins, is Seth home?", she asked.
"Oh, I'm sorry sweetheart, he's not. He went on a trip to L.A. with his dad this morning.", she said.
"Do you happen to know when he'll be back?", Diana asked.
"I'm sorry, I don't. I think he might be permanently living in L.A. from now on.", she said.
Diana was confused. Seth hadn't told her anything.
"Why? I don't understand?", Diana asked.
His mom stepped closer to her.
"You can't say anything to anyone, but a record company called him yesterday and they want to record an album with him. Its so exciting, he's always wanted this", she said.
Diana nodded.
"Yeah", she said.
"I'm sure he'll call you later Diana. So don't you worry", his mom said.
Diana nodded. She turned to leave, she didn't know where she was going. She just walked. He just left without saying anything. Maybe he didn't want to get her hopes up with this record deal?
She tried calling him again, but got his voicemail.
"So, I'm guessing you want nothing to do with this baby", she left the message.
She felt dizzy and confused. Where was she going? She couldn't talk to anyone about this. She stopped in her tracks. Roman knew. She quickly made her way to his house.
Knocking on his front door. His mom answered.
"Hi Diana", she said, with a warm smile.
"Hi Mrs. Reigns. Is Roman here?", she asked.
Patricia nodded.
"He's up in his room. Go on", she said.
Diana passed her and went up. She opened the door to Roman's room and he was shirtless. She turned.
"I'm sorry", she said.
He put his shirt on and walked over to her. Turning her to face him.
"Its okay. It's not like you haven't seen me naked before", he chuckled.
She blushed, remembering he was her first. Then she wrapped her arms around him.
"What's wrong?", he asked, rubbing her back.
"He left. He just left", she cried.
"Who?", Roman asked.
"Seth. We planned to tell our families today. I was waiting for him and he never came. I tried texting him, calling him. Nothing.", she said, sounding panicked.
"Maybe he's at home. I can take you", he said.
She stopped him. Shaking her head no.
"I just came from there. His mom told me he got this record deal in L.A. and he left. He's not coming back Roman. What am I going to do? I'm alone", she cried.
That pissed him off. He couldn't believe Seth would do this. He could have taken her, but he didn't. He chose to just leave without a word. Roman cupped her face in his hands.
"You aren't alone. I've got you. As far as anyone is concerned, this baby is mine", Roman said.
She met his eyes.
"I can't ask you to do that. You've got college and", he stopped her.
"I lost my scholarship", he said.
She was confused.
"What? Why?", she asked.
Roman was a great football player. Several schools had wanted him. He sighed, sitting on his bed.
"Remember that concussion I suffered last year? Well, I didn't tell them about that and when they found out, they pulled out. They said they didn't need me getting hurt again. The concussion I suffered was really bad and they don't want to push their luck with me.", he said.
She sat beside him.
"What about another school? I mean, you had so many wanting you", she said.
"They found out too and don't want to risk it", he said.
"I'm so sorry", she said.
He shrugged.
"Football wasn't everything. I'm good with my hands, you know that. I was actually thinking about becoming an architect. School starts in August, I can sign up for some classes, take care of you and this baby.", he said.
"Roman", she said.
He placed his hand on her cheek.
"We don't have to be in a relationship. I can take care of you and this baby. Let me D", he said.
"What about your parents? They aren't going to like this and", he stopped her.
"Let me handle them", he said.
She nodded. He stood and took her hand.
"Let's tell them now", he said.