Chapter 94
Three months later, Evelyn with Aaron and Trevor went home to Moline for Thanksgiving. Ashley joined them. As well her parents and siblings. Mercedes invited the whole Devitt Family for the holiday. It helped Ashley not have to chose between her family and her boyfriend's family. She could have the best of both worlds. Plus, there was good news for both her and Aaron.
Aaron and Ashley had both keep kicking ass in their training still. They took criticism very well and learned from their mistakes. They had great matches in their training as well. Ashley showed the spirit of all Four Horsewomen: her mom, her godmother and her namesakes. And Aaron was his father's son.
Their trainers and everyone else had seen major progress in three months since SummerSlam. They were very ready to perform at houseshows or at least start.
All the Devitts stayed at the Lopez residence. It was fun for everyone. Even Evelyn and Trevor stayed. The two could have stayed with his family. But Evelyn wanted to be at her home and Trevor was fine with it. He'd see his family for Thanksgiving even if he wasn't staying with them.
Everyone arrived in Moline from Orlando on Wednesday afternoon. On Wednesday evening, the Lopez house was filled with everyone. Evelyn and Aaron spent time with their siblings with that of Ashley, Lexi, and Jaime. And with them all occupied, Colby, Fergal, and Trevor were able to discuss Aaron and Ashley under the same roof and not just over video chat, the phone and text messaging.
"It's happening," Trevor said to Mercedes and Becky. "It's happening. They are starting to perform at houseshows in January."
"Fantastic," Becky said.
"So proud of my son and goddaughter," Mercedes commented.
Colby, Fergal, and Trevor were telling Mercedes and Becky about everything with Aaron and Ashley.
"We wanted to tell you both together," Colby said.
"Yes," Fergal added. "The mothers should hear about it together. But the Lass Kicking Demon Princess, Keagan Balor will be terrorizing the NXT Women's Division soon enough."
"As well as the Legit Architect in the NXT Men's Division," Trevor said. "The NXT Champion is a proud brother-in-law."
"When do you tell Aaron and Ashley?" Mercedes asked.
"Right now," Colby said. "Hey, Aaron and Ashley, get in here!"
Aaron and Ashley both came into the kitchen from the living room.
"What's up?" Aaron asked.
"Great news for you and Ashley," Colby commented.
"What?"
"In January you'll be making your NXT debuts."
"On TV?" Ashley squealed with excitement.
"Houseshows," Fergal said.
"That's even better, Daddy!"
"Both of us?" Aaron questioned.
"Yep," Colby said.
"It's been considered since August. But after the last three months, you two got it," Trevor said.
"Since August? Why weren't we told about it?" Aaron asked.
"Because they wanted it to be a surprise for you," Colby said. "You and Ashley have been doing great in training since June. You both are giving excellent promos in promo class. Still a little work. But you two are proving to be your parents' children."
"Believe that," Fergal joked, making everyone laugh.
"And if all goes well, you could be having some fun with me, little brother," Trevor commented.
"Arick Rollins gets to hang with the NXT Champ, TR Andrews? His future brother-in-law?"
"Kick ass at those houseshows and your debut can be NXT TakeOver, the day before WrestleMania 55."
"Um, major motivation!"
"Don't let it go to your head, though," Mercedes said. "It is a goal, yes. But you want to get there without screwing up somewhere along the way and it not happening."
"I'm bound to screw up something in some respect, Mom. But I know what you mean. Don't get cocky."
"Exactly."
"What about me?" Ashley asked. "When could my debut be?"
"Same time, sweetheart," Fergal said.
"Yay!"
"They should have Keagan Balor and Arick Rollins have a little something, something together," Becky suggested.
"I agree," Mercedes commented.
"Yes," Ashley said.
The men laughed.
Later that night, the house slowly got quiet as the kids all retreated to different rooms. Lexi stayed with Katianna and Mariah in their room. Jaime used to stay with Aaron in his room. But he stayed with Derek and Valerie in their room. Ashley was staying in Aaron's room with him. And Evelyn and Trevor were in her room. At the age of fifteen, Jaime didn't mind it. He loved being able to play the role of a big brother to them, even when they had one.
"Other than me helping you cook tomorrow, who else is?" Colby asked his wife.
"Remember Mom will be here tomorrow too," Mercedes said.
Mercedes's mom was in town for Thanksgiving as well. But she was staying at a hotel. Normally, she stayed in the guest room. But Becky and Fergal were staying in it while in Moline themselves.
"Nope. Judith is going to enjoy the day. We have plenty of kids to help too."
"Exactly. So, they can help. You don't have to. Plus, Becks can help because she loves to herself."
"Nope! I am helping!"
"All right, I'm not going to argue over that. If you want to help, help."
"And I plan on it," Colby replied.
"Sounds good," Mercedes said. She leaned over and kissed her husband.
Derek and Valerie's room
"Good night you two," Jaime commented.
"Good night, Jaime," Valerie replied.
"Yes, good night," Derek said.
"If you need me, I'm right down here on the floor," Jaime said.
"You can sleep with me, adoptive big brother."
"I'll let you know, adoptive little brother."
Katianna and Mariah's room
The three teenage girls talked, laughed, and giggled until they were all ready to go to sleep. They always enjoyed getting together and talking as their mothers did.
Evelyn's room
"I am so happy about Aaron and Ashley," Evelyn said.
Trevor had just told her about what Aaron and Ashley once again.
"I am too," Trevor replied. "Life is great."
"It is.
Aaron's room
"What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving, Ash?" Aaron asked.
"Everything," Ashley said. "But especially our families and everyone who is helping us achieve our dreams."
"Me too. Me too."
The next morning, Mercedes with the help of Evelyn made breakfast for everyone. The two were talking about Evelyn's future plans. It was mostly wedding plans. Mercedes was curious for a date.
"October 6, 2040," Evelyn said.
Mercedes looked at her daughter with a smile. She and Colby had married October 6, 2018.
"Or Trevor and I can choose another date if you want."
"I like the idea having the same wedding anniversary as my daughter," Mercedes replied. "Its cute in my opinion."
"Then that's when Trevor and I are going to get married!"
"When are we getting married now?" Trevor asked as he walked into the kitchen.
"The date we planned," Evelyn said with a smile. "I just told Mom."
"Oh, well, good."
"Good morning by the way."
"Good morning," Trevor replied, giving her a quick kiss.
Mercedes smiled. She loved seeing her daughter and her fiancé so happy.
"Morning, Mom," Trevor said.
"Morning, Trevor," Mercedes smiled.
"What are we making?"
"A little bit of everything. We have a house full of people."
"Yes, and some of them have risen other than us." Trevor said.
"My husband should be one of them," Mercedes commented. "At least, he was planning on getting up when I left him."
"I'm awake," Colby said, coming into the kitchen.
"Good morning, Daddy," Evelyn said, moving toward him to hug him.
"Morning, sweetheart," He replied, hugging and kissing her cheek. "Good morning, Trevor."
"Morning," Trevor said.
"And good morning again to my beautiful wife." Colby moved toward her and kissed her.
"Good morning," Mercedes replied. "So, Evie was just telling me the wedding date she and Trevor have set."
"Oh, really?" Colby asked, looking at his eldest daughter. "And what day do I get to walk my beautiful daughter down the aisle for her wedding day?"
"October 6, 2040," Evelyn said.
"October 6th, huh?"
"Yep."
"That sounds very familiar. Where do I know that wedding date from, Mer?"
Mercedes giggled with a huge smile on her lips.
Colby chuckled. "It's perfect, sweetheart."
"It better be!" Evelyn teased.
Colby chuckled again.
A few minutes later, everyone else slowly joined Mercedes, Colby, Evelyn, and Trevor to have breakfast. After that, everyone went in different directions again. Colby and Mercedes both got cooking Thanksgiving dinner started as well.