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Chapter 16 – Avoiding Her Problem

The next stop on Alex's trip with Randy was a live event in Maryland. The flight from Boston to Maryland was short but needless to say awkward. The four of them were sitting near each other but John and Marc were involved in their own discussion while Alex tried to avoid any sort of discussion with Randy. She feared that if she continued the same types of conversations and interactions with Randy that they had been having as of late then something would happen that she would regret.

On the plane ride Randy couldn't help but notice that Alex was unusually quiet. That morning she had been herself, but since they had been on the plane she seemed different. The camera wasn't even there but she still seemed extremely uncomfortable around him. Randy hoped this wouldn't be an indication of how Alex would be for the remainder of the week. Sadly though, that was how Alex planned to be for the remainder of the week.

As the foursome got off the plane, Alex wasn't surprised to see Greg standing there with camera in hand waiting to start filming them again. It was nice to be away from the camera for a few days but now the camera was back and worse than ever. John and Marc were going to do some promoting on the album before the live event but Randy and Alex were heading straight for the hotel. They all said their goodbyes as Randy and Alex got into the rental car and headed to the hotel.

After several minutes of driving in silence Randy couldn't take it anymore. Even if the camera was there, Randy wanted to talk to Alex about anything. It didn't even matter what. He just wanted to talk to her. "So you really did have fun in Maine, right?"

Alex was staring out the window and upon hearing Randy's question she inwardly cursed her luck. Out of every topic of conversation Randy could choose from, he just had to choose Maine. "Yeah, it was a lot of fun. It was relaxing, gorgeous, and very peaceful there."

"So you're glad we didn't go to St. Louis?" Randy questioned.

Alex thought to herself that it was definitely a good thing they didn't go to St. Louis. There was no telling what could have happened between the two of them if they had been alone for all of that time. She decided against saying all of that to Randy though. "I don't know. I'm sure St. Louis would have been just as much fun."

Randy grinned. "Yeah, it would have been nice to show you the sights, but I'm sure we could do it some other time."

Alex just nodded. "Yeah, maybe." Then she turned back to the window and stared out of it again. Trying desperately to stop thinking about Randy. That was easier said than done when they were sitting in a car together only inches apart as Randy drove to the hotel.

Randy watched Alex turn back to the window and decided to drop the idea of conversation. She obviously wasn't really in the mood for that. After many more minutes of awkward conversation Randy finally pulled up to the hotel. Randy and Alex went inside, got their room numbers and proceeded to go to their separate rooms. Before Alex walked into her room though Randy stopped her.

"Hey, you want to go out to eat before heading to the arena for the show?"

Alex shrugged her shoulders. "Sure, why not?"

"Okay, we can both get settled and leave in about an hour and a half."

"Sounds like a plan." Alex smiled and walked into her room. As she closed the door she leaned against. Why couldn't she just decline, feign a headache and stay in the room all day avoiding Randy like the plague? The answer to that was simple. She always went weak when she talked to Randy so she just couldn't say no. Alex shook her head and let out a big sigh. Then she laid on her stomach across the bed and thought about her problem, her 6'4", 245 pound, brown haired, blue eyed problem. Why couldn't she stop feeling like this?

True to his word Randy knocked on Alex's door about an hour and a half later. They went out to eat at a nice little restaurant and then headed to the arena. The rest of the day and the next day were all kind of a blur. Alex was at the live event watching Randy in the ring, next thing she knew she was on a plane to Virginia for another live event. Then she was at an autograph signing. Seeing Randy with his fans really was a unique opportunity. He was so nice and very grateful to all of his fans. The next thing Alex knew, she found herself at another live event. At this point, she swore if you saw one live event then you've seen them all. That doesn't include Raw and Smackdown but simple house shows were all pretty similar. Different matches but the same basic idea.

During this live event, Alex had gone out to see Randy wrestle but then she had gone to the back again to wait for Randy to be ready to leave. Alex couldn't believe it was already Saturday night. She would be leaving the following morning. Throughout the last two days, Alex had stayed true to her goal of avoiding Randy. She had been around him the whole time since she was traveling with him but she had limited their opportunities for conversation. She could tell that Randy was beginning to really wonder what was going on with her.

She was definitely right in that respect. Randy wasn't just wondering, he was completely confused. Alex had gone from being fun and a great person to talk to basically pulling away from him and being very reserved. He didn't know if there was something bothering her or if she had just grown bored with the entire situation. The only thing Randy did know was that Alex was leaving the following day. He didn't want her to leave with things the way they were between the two of them. He was walking through the halls of the arena to find Alex when he ran into John.

"Hey man."

John stopped. "Hey. What's going on? You look kind of bummed."

"I don't know. Did Alex say anything to you while we were in Maine? Ever since we got back she has been almost a completely different person."

John shook his head. "Sorry Randy, she never said anything to me. Ever since the whole incident with me sticking my tongue down her throat we haven't really been having chats. I mean, I know she said that she had forgiven me but we definitely aren't best friends."

"Yeah, I don't know what I did. Maybe I didn't do anything but I don't know why she is acting the way she is."

"What is going on?" John questioned.

"I don't know, we just haven't been talking or hanging out as much. I mean we go to the WWE functions then we go back to the hotel and go our separate ways. I just don't understand because we got along great at first and we were always hanging out."

John nodded. "Maybe you should ask her about it? After all she is leaving tomorrow, right? This could be your last chance to talk to her about how you feel."

Randy gave a weak smile. "You're probably right."

John grinned. "No, I am definitely right. If you don't tell her how you feel about her now, you will never have the chance again because she is gone. Who knows when you will see her again?"

"You're right. Thanks John. I'll see you later." Randy headed off again to find Alex.

"No problem. I'll talk to you again later." John just shook his head. Those two were crazy about each other. If only they could see it themselves. Maybe they would once they both get the courage to say how they really feel.

A/N – Thanks to all of my reviewers:

RKOxLegendKiller – I knew you wanted John all to yourself. They don't HAVE to get together. They could get together but they don't have to. HeHeHe!
andonly – Am I feeling evil? oh, definitely but I'm not sure if it will happen quite like that…
Insane Zula – Yeah, I wouldn't fight the feelings either. I'd jump right on that opportunity but Alex…well…we shall see.
Demon Spawn – Yes, she is falling for him but she is trying so hard not to. I hope you do!
Katie 05 – Maybe…maybe not.
RKOBlueEyes – Will they realize it before it's too late? Hmm, good question.
Mrs. Orton- Cena – Hmm, I know. I personally wouldn't be able to hold out for too long but Alex…
wwefan01 – I'm glad you feel that way.
101mizzpoet101 – He better, huh? What will happen if he doesn't?
Roxxy1984 – I know! What is Alex thinking? I would jump on this opportunity.
Rose Hardy 101 – Thank you. I'm glad you like it and I hope you continue enjoying it.
Evandiel – Thanks Haley! A kiss? well…
KaoriRKO – I'm glad you are still reading. Keep reading the story and you shall get your answer.
cenas-lil-hottie – Thank you. I'm glad you like it and continue reading to see if Randy and Alex end up together.

Sorry for how short this was but I decided to stop here because the next chapter will be the conversation you've all been waiting for. Yup, that's right. Lets just say the confrontation and conversation you have all been waiting for will happen in the next chapter. Now I'm not saying what will come from this conversation but feelings will finally be discussed. Sorry, you will all just have to wait another week for that long anticipated conversation. Thanks so much and I hope you all continue with the great reviews.
Kim