RAW
Albany NY (yes Still)
"Eric, talk to me! What's going on?" Melony all but screamed. This wasn't like Eric, he was too quiet. He reached over and took her hand in his.
"Mel, I need you to listen carefully to what I am about to say. I don't know exactly how to put this, so just bear with me. I know you are torn between Chris and Hunter. I don't want to add to the confusion, but you must know how I feel about you. There is so much I want to say but I can't. You need to put yourself first, and think of your career. I've watched you grow so much over the years. You have climbed the WWE ladder like no other diva ever has. You are at the top of your game Mel. Now, I won't tell you who you need by your side. But, I will tell you that you need someone that will compliment you and give you your chance to shine, not someone who will steal your spotlight. You need someone that will help build you up, both personally and professionally, not someone who will only use you as their own personal stepping stone. Melony, I do love you and I will always see you as the one that got away. But, as long as I am alive, I will be there for you and protect you. I feel it's my job and responsibility to look out for you. With that said, I hope you make the right decision. Hunter has already established himself in this business. He's also proved himself outside the ring, the guy has everything except you. Chris, on the other hand, is still trying to work his way to the top. Don't be another rung on his ladder. You deserve the best, and since it can't be me, you have to go for second best, and that would be Hunter." Eric smiled, as he wiped his watering eyes. "Now, here is my phone, call him. I'll go keep Chris company. Take your time Mel, it will all work out."
Melony took the phone, in complete shock at all Eric had told her. All she could do was stare at the numbers on the keypad. She knew Eric was right. Chris was too focused on himself. Come to think of it, Chris hadn't even mentioned her making the cover of the Divas magazine. Hunter was always there for her though. She cringed at the thought of ending things with Chris, but she knew her heart couldn't take any more pain from Chris. Dialing H's number, she listened to the ringing, waiting impatiently for him to pick up. After the fourth ring, his voice mail answered, "This is Hunter, leave a message." Beep.
"Hey H. I really need to talk to you. I have a lot to get off my chest. I'm leaving Chris and I want to give us a chance. Call me!" Mel hung up the phone and sat there waiting for her head to clear. In a matter of minutes her life had completely changed. She realized that it was time to move on. Having Hunter in her life is exactly what she needed. Thinking of H, gave her chills. He made her feel like a school girl with her first crush. He made her feel wanted and needed. "Damn, where are you Hunter?" Mel asked out loud. She really wanted to see him. She opened the car door, deciding it was time to face Chris, as much as she hated to. Making her way back inside, she found Eric and Chris at the bar. She handed Eric his phone and gave him a hug and a kiss on the lips. No words were needed, as they looked into one another's eyes. Eric nodded his head, smiled and walked away.
"Chris, it's over! I 've taken your shit long enough, and I'm not taking it anymore. I've seen you, maybe two hours, out of everyday that we've been together. That's really sad Chris, seeing as how we work together. You put me last on your list of priorities, and I can't handle that. I need a man that puts me first, a man that respects me and loves me unconditionally. That man isn't you anymore!" Mel stood there waiting for a response, while Chris downed his beer and looked at her. She wasn't expecting to see the sadness on his face or the tears in his eyes. Not saying a word, Chris reached inside his jacket and pulled out an envelope and a small, black, velvet jewelry box and placed it on the bar. Getting up from his stool, he started to walk away but stopped. "The letter is from my heart. Despite what you just said, I still mean it. See you in Baltimore." Chris kissed her on the cheek and walked out.