Here we go again..
Adam: (walking around the room) And this is doing what exactly?
Mikhaila: Making you move. If you just sit there you'll feel like shit all day. (sits down) How are you feeling now anyway?
Adam: (shrugs) As good as can be expected. Almost over the hangover. Listen, you can obviously tell I'm in no state to be in public alone. Do you think I could get a ride to where I'm going?
Mikhaila: Sure. Not like I have anything but avoiding the terrible two to do.
Adam: That, my dear, was a mouthful. And yeah. Do they know where you're staying?
Mikhaila: I'm assuming so. We're all probably on the same floor. I'm just glad they're avoiding me and not hounding me. (sighs) You know, I always imagined this wonderful meeting with my dad and if he had any kids we'd get along great and everything. Guess it was just wishful thinking.
Adam: (sits down next to her on the couch) Hey, it may not be great, but at least you know who your dad is now, and he knows that you're out there and that your mom really did love him.
Mikhaila: (lays on her half of the couch) Yeah, well, still doesn't settle my mind any. I'd really like to talk to them, but at this point, no so much.
Adam: (rests a hand on her side) Well, it'll pass. They may be stubborn assholes, but they're bound to come around. They're family. You know, speaking of, you gonna use McMahon as your last name?
Mikhaila: At this point? Yeah fucking right! (shrugs) I don't feel that I'm a part of this family. But if I ever do, I'd consider it. Besides, I highly doubt that anything about me is going to get out anytime soon.
Adam: (laughs) Although it IS kinda nice to see Stephanie and Shane's world thrown upside down. They are a bit spoiled.
Mikhaila: I'm glad to amuse you so. (chuckles) Well, Adam, I think you're about ready to greet the public, don't you?
Adam: (shrugs) I'll give it a shot, but I still have a headache and that whole photosensitivity thing.
Mikhaila: Be glad that's all you have. Come on. Let's go somewhere. I've gotta shower and change first though. (goes into her bedroom, shutting the door)
Adam: (sits down on the couch with his head in his hands) What the hell am I doing? (uses the phone to call his room) Jay?
Jay: Yeah? Adam?! What in god's name happened to the two of you.
Adam: We came up to her room this morning after I paid my tribute to the porcelain gods.
Jay: (shakes his head) Dude, you just don't belong drinking. Do you remember anything from last night?
Adam: Yeah. Just what part are you referring to?
Jay: The elevator.
Adam: (groans) Yes. I really made an ass of myself didn't I?
Jay: Yes, yes you did. Well Drunken Master, are you properly taken care of? (chuckling)
Adam: Jay, this isn't funny! She's gonna hate me after this!
Jay: Adam, she took you to her room, and didn't kick you out. She doesn't hate you.
Adam: (growls) Great. And now I've gotta sit through the signing tonight. Normally, I love signings, but with a partial hangover, it's gonna be interesting. She's giving me a ride there, though. There's no way I'm driving.
Jay: (sarcastically) Oh yeah. She hates you Adam. Just despises you. Seriously man, what's going on?
Adam: Hey, I had a hangover, she knew how to cure it. That's all.
Jay: (trying not to laugh) Knew how to cure it huh?
Adam: Oh that is not funny Jay! Jesus. Now I know how Matt felt.
Jay: Right. You just keep telling yourself that. This is going to be interesting. I mean, didn't you learn from Hunter not to get involved with the boss's daughter?
Adam: I am NOT involved with the boss's daughter!
Jay: You just spent most of the day in her room. Define not involved.
Adam: Just knock it off already dammit. This is weird enough. (chuckling) So how's Gail doing?
Jay: Touche, my friend. Touche. Gail is doing great. And she's just a FRIEND.
Adam: Right. I believe this is my turn to poke fun, don't you?
Jay: Alright. I get it. I'll cut it out. So anyway, see you tonight at the signing.
Adam: Sure. See ya then. (hangs up)
Mikhaila: (walks out in a pair of hip hugger flares and an army print tank top) You ready?
Adam: (looks her up and down before turning away) Yeah. Let's go.
Mikhaila: (shakes her head and follows him out) So what do you want to do?
Adam: Well, (checks his watch) considering we have about three hours until I need to be there, so what do you think?
Mikhaila: I know! We ARE in Utah. Let's go for a trail ride!
Adam: A what?!
Mikhaila: Trail ride. You know, sit down on a horse, they move, you move with them.
Adam: (shakes head) Great. Let's go.
Mikhaila: (heads downstairs, finds out where the trail rides are, and gets out there. They rent two horses for a couple hours. Mikhaila is relaxed and enjoying herself, while Adam is looking particularly nervous)(laughing) Adam, you've got to relax. The horse isn't going to kill you.
Adam: (looks at the horse, who turns his head to see him) Easy for you to say. He's 1200 pounds and has a mind of his own, and I'm 6 feet off the ground.
Mikhaila: Adam Copeland, are you admitting you're afraid of horses?
Adam: Mikhaila McMahon, yes, yes I am. This isn't my idea of fun, persay, but hey, I'm trying aren't I?
Mikhaila: Then I suppose you've never really ridden before.
Adam: (smirks) Whatever gave you that idea?
Mikhaila: (laughing) You have no idea how fun it can be though! (takes off at a run)
Adam: (not paying attention to the horse, his horse takes off after Mikhaila's)(screaming) STOP! STOP DAMMIT!!! I'm gonna die!
Mikhaila: (jumping a log, she slows down to a walk, letting Adam catch up) So, how was the run?
Adam: You need to die. Right now. You know this damn horse jumped over that damn log back there?
Mikhaila: (laughs and shakes her head) It's a rush isn't it?!
Adam: I reiterate, you need to die. But yes, it was a rush. I can see why you like it, but let's not make this a habit. And by the way, if this was a twisted way of finishing off that hangover, it worked. (checks his watch) We've gotta get going.
Mikhaila: (groans) Alright. We can go, but you're stuck coming with me again, whether you want to or not.
Adam: (raises an eyebrow) And why is that?
Mikhaila: Because I'm a McMahon.
(The two laugh as they head back, returning the horses.)
Adam: (gets off and goes by Mikhaila) Ground! Ground is nice! Come on you. Get off that horse.
Mikhaila: (smirks) And if I don't want to?
Adam: (grabs her by the waist and pulls her off) Now you've got no choice.
(The two stand there, Adam holding Mikhaila by the waist and Mikhaila bracing herself with her hands on his chest. Finally, they break the contact at the same time)
Mikhaila: Let's get to that signing. (turns away, hoping he didn't notice her blush)
Adam: Yeah. The signing. Gotta get to that.
(The two head back to the signing, talking in the car about anything except what just happened. When they get there, they see Jay and head over to sit by him)
Jay: You two look like you've had an interesting afternoon. (smirks)
Adam: She tried to kill me if that's what you mean.
Mikhaila: Oh don't start that. I made him go horseback riding with me.
Adam: And you took off like it was the damned Derby!
Mikhaila: I told you you had to pay attention when you ride. Your horse took advantage of the opportunity.
Adam: Yeah, and cleared a 10 foot log with me on his back!! I could've died!!
Mikhaila: (laughs) Don't let him fool you. The log was like, 2 feet, 3 feet high max.
Jay: (stares at Adam wide eyed) You.got on.a horse?!
Adam: (glares at him) Yes, Jay, I did.
Jay: But you said after.
Adam: (through gritted teeth) Not now Jay.
Mikhaila: (confused) After what?
Adam: (sighs) Not now, please Mikhaila. I don't want to talk about it.
Mikhaila: (raises and eyebrow at Jay from behind Adam) Alright then.
Jay: (shakes his head) Yeah. So anyone seen Matt? (notices him run in the door, Kat behind him) I'm guessing he's a bit late.
Adam: (turns to see the two out of breath) Yeah. You know, Jeff's rubbing off on him.
Jay: He's been getting better though. Jeff, I mean. And anyway, what's Kat doing with him?
Adam: (shrugs) Who knows. They knew each other from back when she was here with Kevin for a while. Maybe they were catching up on things.
Jay: Right.
Mikhaila: I'm gonna go talk to Kat for a minute. I'll be back in a few. (walks off)
Jay: What the hell?! You actually got back on a horse?! Did you even mention.
Adam: (shakes his head) No! And I'm not going to, although now, thanks to you, she'll probably ask me about it. Dude, you've got no idea. I was freaking out up there. Seriously. I thought I was gonna die, but she just took off like it was nothing, and my horse, that fucker, just decided to go on with her, ignoring me.
Jay: (shocked) Wow. I never thought you'd even attempt it again. Shit, she's got you wrapped around her finger already.
Adam: (indignant) She does not!
Jay: Right. Whatever you say Adam. She got you to do something you've sworn off for how long? I'd say there's something.
Adam: Jay, knock it off. I've had the shit scared out of me today. I'm not exactly happy about it.
Jay: Fine, fine. Come on. They're gonna start soon.
Meanwhile...
Mikhaila: Hey Kat! (waves at her as she approaches)
Kat: Hey! What's up? You've got this stupid happy look.
Mikhaila: Yeah! I just got back from horseback riding! It was great! We ran and jumped and rode and everything!
Kat: (confused) We? Who's we?
Mikhaila: Adam and I. I dragged him along.
Kat: (stares) WHAT?! (quiets down) You got Adam on a horse?
Mikhaila: (confused) Yeah.
Kat: Are we talking about the same Adam? As in Adam Copeland? As in Edge?
Mikhaila: YES! What the hell is the big deal? We went out riding for Chrissake! You know, Jay made a big deal too.
Kat: (thinks "So she doesn't know") That's something you're gonna have to talk to Adam about.
Mikhaila: What? Did something happen? What the hell won't people tell me?
Kat: Just.talk to Adam. It's not my place to tell. Wanna see the new bathing suit I got for the shoot tomorrow?
Mikhaila: (notices four bags on the floor) Shit! That's a bit more than a bathing suit, yes?
Kat: (nods) Hey, it's not on my plastic. I went with Matt, and he volunteered to pay.
Mikhaila: (smirks) Oh really.
Kat: (blushes and glares) Yes really, and don't go there.
Mikhaila: Right right right. (shakes her head)
(The two talk through the signing. Mikhaila keeps sneaking glances at Adam, wondering what the hell everyone knew that she didn't. Kat kept stealing glances at Matt, still confused as to what he had meant by everything today. At the end, Mikhaila waves at Kat and heads back to Adam)
Mikhaila: Hey! How'd the signing go?
Adam: Great! I love doing signings. The fans are just awesome to be around!
Mikhaila: Well, at least you're happy about it.
Adam: (nods) It's fun. (whines) Can I get a ride back?
Mikhaila: Right. I'm gonna leave you here without a ride back. Of course! Come on. I dragged you out riding, the least I could do is play chauffeur for the night.
Adam: (looks worried) Right. Thanks for the ride. Let's go! (heads out, hoping she didn't notice is nervousness)
Mikhaila: Hey Adam, I'm not exactly tall. Can you slow up a bit?
Adam: Sorry about that. (slows down)
Mikhaila: (puts a hand on his arm, stopping him and turning him to her) Look, I'm not gonna press you about it, but something obviously happened between you and a horse once. I'm sorry if I freaked you out by making you go out riding. (gives him a hug)
Adam: (sighs) Well, yeah, I was scared out of my damned mind, but I went anyway. I needed too get back on sometime.
Mikhaila: (getting in the car) Adam, if you were that scared, why didn't you say anything?
Adam: (shrugs) I was going to, but you had this look, like you were so excited. I couldn't tell you no.
Mikhaila: For future reference, you don't have to go along with everything I say.
Adam: (sighs) Do you really wanna know what happened?
Adam: (walking around the room) And this is doing what exactly?
Mikhaila: Making you move. If you just sit there you'll feel like shit all day. (sits down) How are you feeling now anyway?
Adam: (shrugs) As good as can be expected. Almost over the hangover. Listen, you can obviously tell I'm in no state to be in public alone. Do you think I could get a ride to where I'm going?
Mikhaila: Sure. Not like I have anything but avoiding the terrible two to do.
Adam: That, my dear, was a mouthful. And yeah. Do they know where you're staying?
Mikhaila: I'm assuming so. We're all probably on the same floor. I'm just glad they're avoiding me and not hounding me. (sighs) You know, I always imagined this wonderful meeting with my dad and if he had any kids we'd get along great and everything. Guess it was just wishful thinking.
Adam: (sits down next to her on the couch) Hey, it may not be great, but at least you know who your dad is now, and he knows that you're out there and that your mom really did love him.
Mikhaila: (lays on her half of the couch) Yeah, well, still doesn't settle my mind any. I'd really like to talk to them, but at this point, no so much.
Adam: (rests a hand on her side) Well, it'll pass. They may be stubborn assholes, but they're bound to come around. They're family. You know, speaking of, you gonna use McMahon as your last name?
Mikhaila: At this point? Yeah fucking right! (shrugs) I don't feel that I'm a part of this family. But if I ever do, I'd consider it. Besides, I highly doubt that anything about me is going to get out anytime soon.
Adam: (laughs) Although it IS kinda nice to see Stephanie and Shane's world thrown upside down. They are a bit spoiled.
Mikhaila: I'm glad to amuse you so. (chuckles) Well, Adam, I think you're about ready to greet the public, don't you?
Adam: (shrugs) I'll give it a shot, but I still have a headache and that whole photosensitivity thing.
Mikhaila: Be glad that's all you have. Come on. Let's go somewhere. I've gotta shower and change first though. (goes into her bedroom, shutting the door)
Adam: (sits down on the couch with his head in his hands) What the hell am I doing? (uses the phone to call his room) Jay?
Jay: Yeah? Adam?! What in god's name happened to the two of you.
Adam: We came up to her room this morning after I paid my tribute to the porcelain gods.
Jay: (shakes his head) Dude, you just don't belong drinking. Do you remember anything from last night?
Adam: Yeah. Just what part are you referring to?
Jay: The elevator.
Adam: (groans) Yes. I really made an ass of myself didn't I?
Jay: Yes, yes you did. Well Drunken Master, are you properly taken care of? (chuckling)
Adam: Jay, this isn't funny! She's gonna hate me after this!
Jay: Adam, she took you to her room, and didn't kick you out. She doesn't hate you.
Adam: (growls) Great. And now I've gotta sit through the signing tonight. Normally, I love signings, but with a partial hangover, it's gonna be interesting. She's giving me a ride there, though. There's no way I'm driving.
Jay: (sarcastically) Oh yeah. She hates you Adam. Just despises you. Seriously man, what's going on?
Adam: Hey, I had a hangover, she knew how to cure it. That's all.
Jay: (trying not to laugh) Knew how to cure it huh?
Adam: Oh that is not funny Jay! Jesus. Now I know how Matt felt.
Jay: Right. You just keep telling yourself that. This is going to be interesting. I mean, didn't you learn from Hunter not to get involved with the boss's daughter?
Adam: I am NOT involved with the boss's daughter!
Jay: You just spent most of the day in her room. Define not involved.
Adam: Just knock it off already dammit. This is weird enough. (chuckling) So how's Gail doing?
Jay: Touche, my friend. Touche. Gail is doing great. And she's just a FRIEND.
Adam: Right. I believe this is my turn to poke fun, don't you?
Jay: Alright. I get it. I'll cut it out. So anyway, see you tonight at the signing.
Adam: Sure. See ya then. (hangs up)
Mikhaila: (walks out in a pair of hip hugger flares and an army print tank top) You ready?
Adam: (looks her up and down before turning away) Yeah. Let's go.
Mikhaila: (shakes her head and follows him out) So what do you want to do?
Adam: Well, (checks his watch) considering we have about three hours until I need to be there, so what do you think?
Mikhaila: I know! We ARE in Utah. Let's go for a trail ride!
Adam: A what?!
Mikhaila: Trail ride. You know, sit down on a horse, they move, you move with them.
Adam: (shakes head) Great. Let's go.
Mikhaila: (heads downstairs, finds out where the trail rides are, and gets out there. They rent two horses for a couple hours. Mikhaila is relaxed and enjoying herself, while Adam is looking particularly nervous)(laughing) Adam, you've got to relax. The horse isn't going to kill you.
Adam: (looks at the horse, who turns his head to see him) Easy for you to say. He's 1200 pounds and has a mind of his own, and I'm 6 feet off the ground.
Mikhaila: Adam Copeland, are you admitting you're afraid of horses?
Adam: Mikhaila McMahon, yes, yes I am. This isn't my idea of fun, persay, but hey, I'm trying aren't I?
Mikhaila: Then I suppose you've never really ridden before.
Adam: (smirks) Whatever gave you that idea?
Mikhaila: (laughing) You have no idea how fun it can be though! (takes off at a run)
Adam: (not paying attention to the horse, his horse takes off after Mikhaila's)(screaming) STOP! STOP DAMMIT!!! I'm gonna die!
Mikhaila: (jumping a log, she slows down to a walk, letting Adam catch up) So, how was the run?
Adam: You need to die. Right now. You know this damn horse jumped over that damn log back there?
Mikhaila: (laughs and shakes her head) It's a rush isn't it?!
Adam: I reiterate, you need to die. But yes, it was a rush. I can see why you like it, but let's not make this a habit. And by the way, if this was a twisted way of finishing off that hangover, it worked. (checks his watch) We've gotta get going.
Mikhaila: (groans) Alright. We can go, but you're stuck coming with me again, whether you want to or not.
Adam: (raises an eyebrow) And why is that?
Mikhaila: Because I'm a McMahon.
(The two laugh as they head back, returning the horses.)
Adam: (gets off and goes by Mikhaila) Ground! Ground is nice! Come on you. Get off that horse.
Mikhaila: (smirks) And if I don't want to?
Adam: (grabs her by the waist and pulls her off) Now you've got no choice.
(The two stand there, Adam holding Mikhaila by the waist and Mikhaila bracing herself with her hands on his chest. Finally, they break the contact at the same time)
Mikhaila: Let's get to that signing. (turns away, hoping he didn't notice her blush)
Adam: Yeah. The signing. Gotta get to that.
(The two head back to the signing, talking in the car about anything except what just happened. When they get there, they see Jay and head over to sit by him)
Jay: You two look like you've had an interesting afternoon. (smirks)
Adam: She tried to kill me if that's what you mean.
Mikhaila: Oh don't start that. I made him go horseback riding with me.
Adam: And you took off like it was the damned Derby!
Mikhaila: I told you you had to pay attention when you ride. Your horse took advantage of the opportunity.
Adam: Yeah, and cleared a 10 foot log with me on his back!! I could've died!!
Mikhaila: (laughs) Don't let him fool you. The log was like, 2 feet, 3 feet high max.
Jay: (stares at Adam wide eyed) You.got on.a horse?!
Adam: (glares at him) Yes, Jay, I did.
Jay: But you said after.
Adam: (through gritted teeth) Not now Jay.
Mikhaila: (confused) After what?
Adam: (sighs) Not now, please Mikhaila. I don't want to talk about it.
Mikhaila: (raises and eyebrow at Jay from behind Adam) Alright then.
Jay: (shakes his head) Yeah. So anyone seen Matt? (notices him run in the door, Kat behind him) I'm guessing he's a bit late.
Adam: (turns to see the two out of breath) Yeah. You know, Jeff's rubbing off on him.
Jay: He's been getting better though. Jeff, I mean. And anyway, what's Kat doing with him?
Adam: (shrugs) Who knows. They knew each other from back when she was here with Kevin for a while. Maybe they were catching up on things.
Jay: Right.
Mikhaila: I'm gonna go talk to Kat for a minute. I'll be back in a few. (walks off)
Jay: What the hell?! You actually got back on a horse?! Did you even mention.
Adam: (shakes his head) No! And I'm not going to, although now, thanks to you, she'll probably ask me about it. Dude, you've got no idea. I was freaking out up there. Seriously. I thought I was gonna die, but she just took off like it was nothing, and my horse, that fucker, just decided to go on with her, ignoring me.
Jay: (shocked) Wow. I never thought you'd even attempt it again. Shit, she's got you wrapped around her finger already.
Adam: (indignant) She does not!
Jay: Right. Whatever you say Adam. She got you to do something you've sworn off for how long? I'd say there's something.
Adam: Jay, knock it off. I've had the shit scared out of me today. I'm not exactly happy about it.
Jay: Fine, fine. Come on. They're gonna start soon.
Meanwhile...
Mikhaila: Hey Kat! (waves at her as she approaches)
Kat: Hey! What's up? You've got this stupid happy look.
Mikhaila: Yeah! I just got back from horseback riding! It was great! We ran and jumped and rode and everything!
Kat: (confused) We? Who's we?
Mikhaila: Adam and I. I dragged him along.
Kat: (stares) WHAT?! (quiets down) You got Adam on a horse?
Mikhaila: (confused) Yeah.
Kat: Are we talking about the same Adam? As in Adam Copeland? As in Edge?
Mikhaila: YES! What the hell is the big deal? We went out riding for Chrissake! You know, Jay made a big deal too.
Kat: (thinks "So she doesn't know") That's something you're gonna have to talk to Adam about.
Mikhaila: What? Did something happen? What the hell won't people tell me?
Kat: Just.talk to Adam. It's not my place to tell. Wanna see the new bathing suit I got for the shoot tomorrow?
Mikhaila: (notices four bags on the floor) Shit! That's a bit more than a bathing suit, yes?
Kat: (nods) Hey, it's not on my plastic. I went with Matt, and he volunteered to pay.
Mikhaila: (smirks) Oh really.
Kat: (blushes and glares) Yes really, and don't go there.
Mikhaila: Right right right. (shakes her head)
(The two talk through the signing. Mikhaila keeps sneaking glances at Adam, wondering what the hell everyone knew that she didn't. Kat kept stealing glances at Matt, still confused as to what he had meant by everything today. At the end, Mikhaila waves at Kat and heads back to Adam)
Mikhaila: Hey! How'd the signing go?
Adam: Great! I love doing signings. The fans are just awesome to be around!
Mikhaila: Well, at least you're happy about it.
Adam: (nods) It's fun. (whines) Can I get a ride back?
Mikhaila: Right. I'm gonna leave you here without a ride back. Of course! Come on. I dragged you out riding, the least I could do is play chauffeur for the night.
Adam: (looks worried) Right. Thanks for the ride. Let's go! (heads out, hoping she didn't notice is nervousness)
Mikhaila: Hey Adam, I'm not exactly tall. Can you slow up a bit?
Adam: Sorry about that. (slows down)
Mikhaila: (puts a hand on his arm, stopping him and turning him to her) Look, I'm not gonna press you about it, but something obviously happened between you and a horse once. I'm sorry if I freaked you out by making you go out riding. (gives him a hug)
Adam: (sighs) Well, yeah, I was scared out of my damned mind, but I went anyway. I needed too get back on sometime.
Mikhaila: (getting in the car) Adam, if you were that scared, why didn't you say anything?
Adam: (shrugs) I was going to, but you had this look, like you were so excited. I couldn't tell you no.
Mikhaila: For future reference, you don't have to go along with everything I say.
Adam: (sighs) Do you really wanna know what happened?