Here is the seventh chapter.

John had just come home, carrying some grocery bags. He put the bags on the kitchen counter, and walked over to the living room and smiled when he saw Maria watching sesame street with Fredricka.

"I see you two having a good time." John replied. "We are. It's been a long time since I've been able to have some quality mother-daughter time with my little Fredricka." Maria replied, rubbing Fredricka's nose with her own.

Maria put her daughter down and followed John to the kitchen. "I got the baby food, the diapers, the baby powder, things like that." John said. "You really didn't have to do this." Maria said.

"I know, but I felt since you had to hurry and get your daughter out of the house you really didn't have the time to get some things." he replied. A few moments of silence went by before John asked "What are you going to do about Mike?"

"I just think we need some time apart so he could get his life back together." Maria said. "You haven't thought about leaving him?" he asked. "Why would I do that? He's the father of my child." she argued.

"I've held this for the longest time, and I've tried my damnest to not get into your business, but I really believe you should divorce Mike. Because I don't think he's going to change. I'm worried about you." John replied softly.

"I appreciate your concern, but I truly believe he will get better. Please give him a chance." Maria pleaded, giving him the puppy eye look. John let out a huge sigh. "All right. I'm willing to give him a chance." he replied. Even though he had a bad feeling, he was willing to give Mike the benefit of a doubt.

She gave him a hug and a kiss on the cheek and a smile. They watched some more tv before the heard the doorbell rang.

"I'll get it." John replied as he got up off the couch. He looked into the peephole and saw it was Stacy Keibler. He opened the door. "Hey John." she greeted. "Hey Stacy. What brings you here?" he asked. "Did you forget we were suppose to meet up with the Make A Wish Foundation?" she asked.

His eyes went wide. "Oh shoot. I'm sorry. I guess I did forget. Things have been crazy lately." he replied. "Stacy?" Maria said from behind. Stacy's eyes went wide. "Maria?"

Stacy ran past John Cena and she and Maria hugged each other. "Hey girl. What are you doing here in John's place?" Stacy asked. "I thought I stayed here for a couple of weeks. I thought it would be best to be away from Mike so he can get his life back together."

"Well I really do hope things work out between you two." Stacy replied. "Why don't you come with us?" she offered. "You want me to go with you? To where?" "To make some kids happy at the Make a Wish Foundation." Stacy said.

"Sure. Sounds like fun." Maria said. "Let me just get changed and get Fredricka in her coat."

"Is she seriously going back to live with that animal?" she hissed at John once Maria was out of sight. John let out a sigh. "I don't like it either. But it's her choice." John said.

"And you're not going to talk her out of it?" "You think I haven't tried? I tried to bring her to her senses, but the last thing I want if for her to hate me. And I already made a promise to give him another chance." he said.

Stacy was about to continue but her eyes went wide and her jaw dropped when she saw Maria. John turned and he couldn't believe his eyes. Maria was wearing a short red dress that came down to just above her knee. As well as some matching heels.

They also noticed some make up on her lovely face. "Are you guys ready to go?" she asked, snapping both of them out of their trance. "Sure. Let's go."

They made it to the local high school, where the event was taking place. And it was just like every other meeting with the kids. Signing autographs, taking pictures, and giving out merchandise.

Maria was surprise to have so many kids come up to her. They even said some adorable things about her daughter.

She caught up to John and Stacy. "I need to use the bathroom. Would you guys watch Fredricka for me?" she asked. "Sure. No problem." John replied as Maria handed him her daughter.

"Aww. Isn't she so cute?" Stacy teased. "Yes. She most certainly is." John said. He gave Fredricka a smile, which made her giggle.

They walked over to the snack table.

"You know you'd make a great dad." Stacy said suddenly. "Well I don't know about that." John said as he had some chips and dip. "Oh come on. She obviously likes you. I mean, look at that smile." she pointed out. He made a funny face which caused her to giggle again.

They chatted for a few minutes before they heard someone scream help. "There's a woman in the bathroom! Looked like she's been stabbed!" she exclaimed.

"Watch Fredricka for me. I'll be back." he said before racing over to the ladies restroom, where he saw Maria laying on the ground, her hand on her stomach, and blood was on the floor.

He immediately took off his dress coat and placed in onto her stomach and applied pressure. "It's going to be okay honey. Hang in there." he said sotly, trying to remain calm. "Muh... Muh-" she tried to say. "What?" "Mike." she managed to whispered. "Mike. Did he do this to you?" he wondered.

She was about to answer before she passed out.

Hope you enjoyed this chapter and I hope you have a happy Thanksgiving.