My eyes wondered around the crowded room. Almost every WWF superstar had showed up with their spouse or their date. Other WWF employees from the corporate office were also there. Hunter sure knew how to throw a party. I was having the time of my life. I seen Debra walking towards me and smiled. I wonder if she was made I never made it to her room to get the nail enhancer?

"Hey Deb, having fun?"

"I sure am sweetie. It looks like you are too." She smiled at me. Debra was one of the closest friends I made here since I started. She is the sweetest thing next to chocolate cake. I love her.

"Deb, I'm sorry I never made it up the other night for the nail stuff. Something came up that was more important."

"It's OK Trish. I know what happened. Actually everyone knows, it's no secret. That had to be something to witness. How is Hunter doing?"

"He says he's fine. He broke up with her and knocked Chris out. I really can't tell you what's going on inside though. The night I caught them he was full of rage, I felt so bad for telling him. The hurt in his eyes was just so unbearable to watch." I took a sip of my drink and noticed some girls talking to Hunter. I wondered who they were and what they were doing.

"What's wrong Trish?"

Deb was talking to me and I couldn't pay attention too her for some reason. My eyes were glued to him. He looked so sexy. His tight jeans formed his ass perfect. The black dress shirt he's wearing was left unbutton on top. His gold necklace shined brightly. I seen Debra turn her direction to what I was looking at. She smiled at me. I know she senses that I like him. I think she is just afraid to mention it. I then seen one of those women kiss Hunter on the cheek and I froze. I don't know what came over me. My body started getting cold and my face turned a very light shade. I noticed my hands were shaking a little bit. I just stared at the two of them and went blank. I had to get out of here, out of the room, away from him. I didn't even excuse myself from Deb. I headed outside through the patio doors and walked down to the gazebo next to the pond and started crying a little. I seen the lights from inside glisten on the water. It was so peaceful down here. Looking further down I seen a couple kissing. I tried making them out. It looked like Andrew and Stacy. They seemed so in love. At year at this time Andrew was desperately trying to find the one. It looked like he found her. I got sad and depressed again when it hit me deep. I needed someone to love, someone to confide in, share my darkest secrets with. I wanted to feel loved and safe. To hold my lover and night and make sweet love to them. I think the unthinkable was coming true. I was falling for Hunter. It was never supposed to be this way. We are friends-- nothing more. Is it wrong to want more though?

I pulled my legs up and rested my chin on my knees. The ache in my heart from seeing Hunter with that women made me realize what I want and need. I felt my eyes welling up with tears. I really didn't want to cry. I never cried over something like this. I needed to stop being a baby and get back in there, but I couldn't move. I would sleep out here if I had to and leave in the morning. I heard footsteps coming towards the gazebo. I looked to my right and seen Hunter. I couldn't talk to him now. I needed time to clear the cobwebs. God, he just needed to go away.

"Trish?" he called.

I looked over at him and wiped a tear from my cheek. His innocence was breathtaking. He really had no idea what my feelings are telling me.

"Why are you out here? The party is going great. You'll never guess what just happened? The boys sent over two chicks to test me. They thought I was the same man I was back then, I proved them wrong. Then I seen you leave. Something happen?"

I looked over to him. He looked so concerned. I shook my head trying to reassure him I was fine but he didn't buy it.

"I can bring the party out here if you want" he joked.

"Hunter!"

"OK ok that's going a little far, but the weather is great tonight especially for March. I love when the temperature is in the low sixties. What do you say wanna get naked and hop in the water?"

I had to laugh. I loved his sense of humor. I honestly wondered how much he had to drink. He wasn't too big on getting drunk, he told me that once before. Another reason why I admire him. But tonight was his party, he could do whatever he wanted.

"Listen it is me Hunter. You know you can tell me anything and everything. If something is bothering you I am here. We can talk."

He grabbed my hand and rubbed it. I couldn't ignore him. But I didn't want him knowing how I felt just yet. That was something I needed to keep inside and let no one else know, well besides Debra, I know she reads me.

"I'm fine Hunter. Thank you though for the concern. I'm having a wonderful time. The wine, food, music, atmosphere, it's all great. I seen those girls talking to you." I bit down on my bottom lip as he looked at me with his curious eyes. I could not believe I just came out with it like that. He must think I am watching him. Oh dear.

"Candy and Sara? Yeah their some old friends. One of the works with my sister. Like I said Kev sent them over too test me and to also see if I recognized them. It's been a long ass time since we all seen each other. What did you think of them?"

"Ten cent hookers" I grinned.

"Your right. C'mon let's go back inside and party. You need to taste these shots Steve is making. There called Purple Hooters. Awesome taste. Also, I'm a little shy tonight and would feel awkward if I went around asking for a dance partner. I am the game afterall. Would you be my partner girlfriend?"

"You might be making a mistake Hunter. Dancing is one of my favorite past times. I can go for hours."

"So can I if you let me-- among other things."

"Are you flirting with me?"

"Can I?"