The following Monday morning, Rae flew to Monday Night Raw in Tacoma, Washington. As a graphic designer, she was required to attend the TV tapings at least twice a month to see the progress of her work and make any necessary changes to any designs.
She didn't complain about her traveling schedule for she flew first-class everywhere and could get free tickets to any show, any where. The only thing about her job that sucked was the fact that she had to be at the arena well before any of the wrestlers showed up. And that meant she had to be at the arena at eight in the morning and stay until ten at night.
But she had to admit that she loved her job. She was responsible for major entrances and themes for all of the wrestlers and Divas. While all of the themes remained the same from week to week, Rae still had to oversee the production. And sure enough, Vince always felt there were changes that needed to be made.
As Rae settled into her usual spot, which was located in the sound booth, she was still jet-lagged and was sipping a Venti Caramel Frappucino as if it was her lifeline. With her shoulder-length hair framing her face and her makeup making her eyes look semi-alert, Rae didn't waste time.
As Rae was in the sound booth, she looked around at the various wrestlers showing up for Heat and Raw. She got along with all of them and was often invited to hang out with them after-hours. It was always during that time when Rae learned of all the hookups.
"Hey Rae." Edge and Lita waved to her. Edge and Lita wasn't a surprise to her like it shocked the rest of the world. But the brief fling that Lita had with Jeff Hardy kinda made Rae want to throw up in her mouth a little.
"Hey baby girl." John Cena approached Rae and gave her a kiss. John was known to be picky about the women he slept, including the Divas. While it was never known what transpired between him and Trish before Wrestlemania one year, either never admitted or denied anything.
"Hey princess." Victoria smiled at Rae. Legend had it that when Dave was transferred over to Raw, he and Victoria had a brief and illicit affair. Rae could only imagine the hot sex that might have taken place.
"Hey Sweetheart." Hunter said as he arrived with Stephanie. "How are things?"
Rae nodded. "I'm hanging in there. Vince is in a good mood so far."
Stephanie agreed. "That's Dad for ya."
Hunter and Stephanie had a very much Romeo and Juilet love affair before they got married. It was the Billion-Dollar princess dating the renegade. Hunter previously dated Chyna for years and it was his on-screen relationship with Stephanie that was rumored to be the primary cause of the breakup. But it wasn't that Hunter's relationship with Chyna was perfect; he was known to have ring rats all over the world and she knew about them as well.
"But I'm not fired yet, as Vince so eloquently put it." Rae said with a half-smile.
"Well, you're doing great. We'll catch ya' later." Hunter said as him and Stephanie walked off.
"My God, you look tired." Trish Stratus said as she approached Rae.
Rae nodded as she yawned. "I don't think I get paid enough for this shit."
Trish pulled up a chair beside Rae. Over the past year, both women have become close due to their long work hours and travel schedules. They often stayed up getting drunk in their hotel rooms playing around with a video camera.
"So how is he holding up?" Trish asked.
Rae shrugged. "He's doing well."
Trish looked over at Rae. "I'm sure you know all of the rumors of everyone talking about you guys. So what's really going on between you two?"
"Unfortunately," Rae shook her head. "Not a damn thing."
"Dave hasn't made one move on you yet, huh?"
"Yet? I doubt he will, period." Rae rolled her eyes. "I mean he can fuck ring rat after ring rat and be all skanked up. But when there's nice pussy waiting for him at home, does he want any of it? Nooooooo…."
Trish laughed at Rae's slight immaturity. "You know how Dave feels about you, Rae."
"No, I don't, Trish. That's the problem. Is there something you want to share?"
Just then, Melina and Johnny Nitro approached Rae. "Hey, Rae. Do you need to go over our entrance with us?" Nitro asked.
"Nah, not yet, Sweet Baby. Give me an hour or so, okay?" She smiled.
"Sure thing." Nitro smiled back.
"Bye Rae." Melina waved to her, still clutching Nitro.
"Bye." Rae said.
Trish waited for Melina and Nitro to leave before she said anything to Rae. "Do you think something really happened between her and Dave?"
Rae shrugged. "I wouldn't doubt it. They have been doing signings together. It would've been real easy for him." She replied as her view didn't leave the screen in front of her. She wasn't sure if she was disgusted at the possibility that something could have occurred or jealous that Melina could have been with two of the hottest men in all of professional wrestling at the same time. "Dave hasn't said anything but he hasn't denied any rumor, either."
Trish smirked as she watched Nitro and Melina grope each other. "I guess you can't turn a ho into a housewife." She then turned her attention back to her conversation with Rae. "Like I was saying, Dave sees you in a different light."
"Well, I wish he would open up a window and appreciate the natural light that's in front of him." Rae huffed.
"Well, just give him some time. Men aren't the brightest creatures in the world, you know."
"Got that right."
"Well, how about this? I'll keep you posted on everything I hear about Dave. But I'm pretty sure with how open your relationship is, he'll tell you anyways."
"Don't get it twisted. Dave will tell me what he wants me to know, after I've already found out. If he doesn't want me to know something, it's a damn guarantee I'll never know about it."
"Well, my offer still stands. Whatever you want to know, don't hesitate to ask." Trish smiled.
"Thanks, Trish. I really appreciate it." Rae smiled. "But since we're on the topic of generous info…."
"Yes?"
"Is there some truth to that rumor of you and The Rock?"
The rumor spreading around the internet and various wrestling circles was that Trish and Rock had a steamy affair when she first arrived. The rumor escalated when the pair kissed on-screen. Still to this day, neither one has yet to deny or confirm the rumor. Trish smiled coyly. "He's a good kisser."
