Chapter Seventy:
Brooklyn stood in the hotel bathroom curling her hair. It was Friday afternoon which meant it was time to go wedding dress shopping. She was a mix of excited and nerves. She was excited because she was finally going to find her perfect dress but nervous because what if she didn't find the perfect dress? Their wedding was in two months and they still had a lot to do. How Jon remained so calm about everything made her envious of him.
Speak of the devil, she heard their door opened followed by three loud voices. Brooklyn rolled her eyes, recognizing all three. Setting her curling wand down, she opened the bathroom door and stepped out.
"Hey dummies, the babies are sleeping and if you wake them up, you're all dead." They all looked at her and laughed. Jon walked over and kissed her head.
"Sorry darlin." Brooklyn just hummed and looked at their two friends.
"Hi Sami, hi Drake." Jon's two bestfriends smiled and waved.
"Hey Brook. Sorry, we didn't know they were sleeping." Brooklyn waved them off.
"It's okay, I was only kidding anyways."
"How long have they been out, babe?" Jon asked, going over to look down at his babies who were both sound asleep, Amelia's right hand resting on J.J's opened left hand. Jon smiled as Brooklyn spoke.
"About an hour and a half. How was today?"
"Crazy."
"Brook, you know your man has a lot of crazy fan girls." Brooklyn laughed and nodded.
"I did know that. Have you seen the comments on my Instagram?"
"Are you kidding? I read them like the morning paper." Brooklyn laughed at Drake as Jon shook his head.
"I told you to tell me if you keep getting them." Brooklyn rolled her eyes.
"And what are you going to do Mr. I don't use social media?" Jon rolled his eyes and wrapped an arm around her shoulder's as Drake and Sami laughed.
"So what time are we leaving."
"Well you guys have your tux fittings at twelve thirty and me, the babies, and all the girls are going out to lunch."
"Why don't I take one of the babies, Brook. Jay and I can have some boy time."
"Oh um, I don't know." She replied unsure. She knew Jon wouldn't let anything happen to J.J but she was so used to having the babies together. It would feel weird.
"Brook he'll be fine. He'll be with us and it's only for a couple hours." Brooklyn just nodded.
"No I know. Of course you can take him. Just make sure he has no bruises, cuts, or acts like Colby."
"Brooklyn, it's a tux fitting, not an underground fighting club. Besides, he's only two months old and the only one he acts like is Jon."
Jon smirked at Sami before looking down at his wife.
"We'll be fine Brook." Brooklyn nodded again.
"I know. I gotta finish getting ready."
"Me and Drake are gonna go grab a quick drink." Both nodded as the two left. Brooklyn walked back to the bathroom, Jon following right behind her. Once she was inside, Brooklyn continued to curl her hair while Jon stood watching before stepping next to her and kissing her cheek.
"You look beautiful."
She was dressed in a white cropped top and a matching white skater skirt.
Brooklyn smiled. "Thank you." She turned her head and kissed him quickly.
"You need to shave." Jon chuckled before grabbing everything he needed. Standing next to her, he lathered the shaving cream on his face before starting to shave. Brooklyn bit her lip, trying to keep herself from laughing. He looked just like a Santa Claus knock off.
"What's so funny?" He asked, looking over at her. She started laughing.
"You look like Santa." Jon rolled his eyes.
"You and that stupid holiday." It was Brooklyn's turn to roll her eyes as she finished her hair.
"You love and you know it."
His silence made her smirk. She just had just finished spraying her hair with hairspray when a cry sounded throughout the room.
"That would would be Amelia. Finish shaving, Santa." Brooklyn laughed at her own joke before walking out of the bathroom and to the pack and play.
"Shh baby girl. Mommy's here." She cooed, bending down and picking her infant daughter up. Holding her to her chest, she rocked slightly. Amelia's cry soon ceased, replaced by a little smile. Brooklyn smiled down at her.
"Today is just a girls day baby doll. Brother is gonna go hang out with daddy and your uncles while we look for pretty dresses. Mommy's so happy you and Jay get to be here for the wedding. We made you guys on the first one." She joked. Hearing a chuckle, she turned around seeing Jon walking out of the bathroom freshly shaved.
"How come you can joke like that but I can't?" He asked, kissing their daughter's head.
"Because you brag about it." Jon smirked and looked down at his daughter who was now wide awake.
"Mommy thinks she's funny, Mia." Brooklyn rolled her eyes as Amelia cooed.
"No, mommy knows she's funny unlike daddy." Jon rolled his eyes as a whine came from the pack and play.
"J.J disagrees." Brooklyn laughed as Jon walked over and bent down, picking their son up.
"What's up big man? I like the flannel." Brooklyn laughed. J.J was dressed in a light flannel patterned onesie and a little pair of jeans that was a gift from you guessed it, Brie and Daniel. Amelia was dressed in a cute little romper that was a gift from her uncle Shane and Aunt Marissa.
J.J smiled at his father as Jon held him in his arms.
"Hey look, daddy finally gets a smile." Brooklyn smiled.
"And you thought it was impossible." Jon rolled his eyes at her.
"Yea, yea." Brooklyn just laughed and shook her head. They stood in silence for a few minutes before Brooklyn spoke again.
"I invited Lauren to go today." Jon nodded.
"I invited my dad." Brooklyn smiled.
"Are you glad you have them in your life again?" Jon nodded.
"I feel complete you know? I mean, I felt that way with just you and the twins but younger me feels complete." Brooklyn smiled and kissed his cheek.
"That's sweet. Lets finish getting ready before my mom comes looking for us." Jon laughed and nodded. Both laid the babies back in the pack and play before getting their shoes on. Brooklyn laced up her black high heels before getting the diaper bags ready.
"Here, I'll put some diapers and stuff in my purse. You can take the diaper bag." Jon nodded and watched with both babies as Brooklyn packed each bag before zipping them up. They got the babies in their car seats and made sure to grab the bases before heading down to the lobby to meet everyone.
Brooklyn smiled seeing all their wedding party down there.
"Aunt Brooklyn!" Brooklyn laughed as JoJo came running up to her.
"Hey Jo. I missed you."
"I missed you too. Mommy said we're gonna go get dresses." Brooklyn smiled.
"We are. You excited to be a flower girl?" JoJo nodded eagerly.
"She's not gonna be anything until her uncle gets a hug." Brooklyn laughed at Jon as JoJo rolled her eyes.
"Aunt Brooklyn won't let that happen." Brooklyn smirked.
"She's knows whose boss." The two girls high fived, making Jon roll his eyes as they walked over to everyone else.
"Hey guys." Brooklyn greeted. They all smiled at the two. Stephanie came up and smiled at both the babies, her smile faltering.
"Where is the sailor suits I bought them?"
Brooklyn rolled her eyes. While her and Jon were out on their date the other night, her mother saw it fit to buy the twins sailor suits to wear.
"They're put away upstairs. They're meant for pictures mom, not dress shopping." Stephanie rolled her eyes and stood up straight.
"Aunt Stephanie, didn't you get Brooklyn and I sailor suits when we were babies?" Sarah asked as Colby wrapped his arm around her shoulder's.
"Yes I did and you guys looked adorable. It's a tradition."
"A stupid one." Sami muttered to Jon. Both laughing until Stephanie turned and glared at them, making them stop immediately.
"Are we ready?" Everyone nodded.
"Bye handsome. Be good for daddy." Brooklyn said, kissing J.J's cheek, the baby gurgling which made her smile. She stood up straight as Jon bent down to look at Amelia.
"Bye pretty girl" Brooklyn smiled when he kissed the baby's cheek and stood up.
"Bye babe, I love you." Brooklyn smiled and pecked his lips.
"I love you too."
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The girls all laughed as they sat at lunch. Poor Amelia just kept getting passed around the group.
"We should get her ears pierced, B." Brooklyn smiled at her grandmother.
"I tried. Jon said no."
"You're the boss, Brook. Just do it." Brooklyn laughed at Sarah as her mom spoke.
"Yea honey. That's what we did with you and your dad. He was angry but got over it when I threatened to stab him with one." Brooklyn laughed and looked up when she saw someone walk in, smiling when she saw it was Lauren.
"I'll be right back." Everyone nodded as Brooklyn got up and walked over to her sister in law.
"Hey Lauren." Lauren turned her head and smiled.
"Hey Brooklyn. Thank you for inviting me." Brooklyn smiled as they hugged.
"It's no problem. Come on, I'll introduce you to everyone." Lauren smiled and bit her lip nervously as they walked over to the group.
"Guys," Brooklyn started, getting their attention. "I'd like you all to meet Jon's sister Lauren."
Everyone smiled warmly at her as Lauren gave a nervous one back.
"Lauren this is Nikki, Brie. You know Galina and JoJo. Sarah, Ashley, Noelle, my grandmother Linda, and my mother Stephanie. Guys, this is Lauren."
Everyone smiled and waved.
Stephanie stood and smiled at her.
"It's nice to meet your, Lauren." Lauren smiled and shook her hand.
"You too, Mrs. McMahon." Stephanie laughed and shook her head.
"Call me Stephanie, please." Lauren just nodded before her and Brooklyn sat back down.
"How is California treating you, Lauren?" Lauren gave a small smile.
"It's been great. It's wonderful here. Beats being stuck in the car rental place back home."
"Is that what you do for a living?" Lauren nodded, feeling slightly uncomfortable with everyone's eyes on her.
"Yea but it's only because my business hasn't really taken off yet."
"Lauren's a make up artist." Brooklyn clarified.
Stephanie perked up. She turned and smiled at Lauren. A smile Brooklyn knew all to well. That smile meant that her mother was scheming.
"Mom, why do you have that smile?" Brooklyn asked, raising an eyebrow.
Stephanie shook her head. "Nothing. I was just thinking."
Brooklyn rolled her eyes.
"Like I believe that. What were you thinking?"
"Do we really wanna know?" Sarah said skeptically as she untangled Amelia's hand from her earring. She smiled down at the baby and kissed her hand. Stephanie looked at her goddaughter, not amused in the slightest as she just shook her head.
"What were you thinking mom?" Brooklyn asked again.
"I was thinking that since Rachel is on maternity leave, the company will be looking for a new make up artist to fill her spot." Stephanie explained, smiling when Lauren's eyes widened.
"A-are you offering me a job?"
Brooklyn smiled wide as Stephanie spoke again.
"Well I thought you could have a trial period to see if you like it or not and to see if we like what we see." Lauren nodded.
"Of course, of course. What would I have to do?"
"Well with the Hall Of Fame tomorrow, all the girls will need their makeup down. Why don't you take a few of the girls, work your magic and we'll see what happens."
Lauren smiled wide.
"That sounds amazing. Thank you so much for the opportunity." Lauren couldn't stop smiling.
"You're very welcome, Lauren. I'm sure some of the girls here would be willing."
"Well I already asked her so she has me." Brooklyn smiled, happy for her sister in law.
"We volunteer too." The Bella twins said together. Sarah sat up and smiled.
"Me too."
"Us too." Ashley, Gal, and Noelle all said. Lauren smiled wide.
"Thank you guys." Everyone smiled. After their lunch, they took the cars to the dress shop.
"I can't believe my baby girl is getting married." Stephanie said as they pulled up in front of the high end store. Brooklyn smiled and reached over Amelia's car seat to grab her mom's hand.
"Not to ruin the moment mom, but I'm already married." Stephanie laughed and placed her hand on top of her daughter's.
"I know but now this is going to be an actual wedding. You're twenty three, have two babies, and is getting ready to look for your wedding dress. Seems like yesterday you told me boys had cooties." Brooklyn laughed.
"That was yesterday when Jon tried to lick my cheek." Stephanie laughed and shook her head.
"You know what I mean." Brooklyn smiled before they got out. Brooklyn grabbed the car seat and the diaper bag before heading inside. Her eyes widened at the sight in front of her. Tons of beautiful gowns hung on different racks.
"Wow."
"This place is beautiful." Sarah said as they walked in. Brooklyn could just nod as an attendant came up to them.
"Are you Brooklyn Good?" Brooklyn nodded. The older woman smiled and stuck her hand out.
"Kelly Benson. Congratulations on your wedding." Brooklyn smiled and shook her hand.
"Thank you." Kelly nodded.
"Now would you like to start with yourself or the bridesmaids first."
"Bridesmaids. I asked for some pale gold dresses to be pulled." She said as she sat the car seat on the ground and pulled Amelia out to hold in her arms. Kelly nodded.
"You did. Let me go get those and we can get started." Brooklyn smiled as she walked away.
Well she was getting the dresses, all the girls looked around the high end boutique, sipping their complimentary champagne.
"This is the life." Nikki sighed contently, sitting on the couch. Brooklyn laughed and shook her head as Mia reached for her flute.
"No peanut, this is for mommy." Mia gurgled and waved her arms around. Nikki finished her first glass before filling it up again.
"Go easy on that, Nicole. You can be a bitch when your drunk." Brie smirked, getting a glare in return. Nikki was about to reply when Kelly came back with the dresses. Brooklyn smiled when she saw them. They were beautiful.
"Here we are. These are the ones you wanted, correct?" Brooklyn smiled and nodded. She had chosen a pale gold floor length dress that had a high illusion neckline that was sheer and had an open back. It was just what she was looking for.
"These are beautiful." Stephanie said, her eyes lighting up. Linda nodded in agreement. Brooklyn smiled and turned to her wedding party.
"Who wants to try on first?"
"I think Nikki should before she gets drunk." Nikki punched Sarah in her arm, making her laugh. She just rolled her eyes and stood up, setting her glass on the table. She walked over and took the dress from Brooklyn before heading into the fitting room with Kelly.
"Shouldn't they measure us first?"
"She said after you guys try them on, she'll measure and then we'll order them."
"Brook, your dad and I talked and we want to buy your wedding dress." Brooklyn smiled at her mom.
"Really?"
"Yea. Grandpa and grandma bought mine so we thought we keep the tradition going." Brooklyn smiled.
"Thank you guys." She hugged her mom as they heard Nikki.
"Brook! I don't like it." Brooklyn rolled her eyes as Nikki and Kelly reemerged. Brooklyn looked her over and shook her head.
"Nikki you look beautiful. What's the problem?"
"I was thinking we could show a little more of the girls." Everyone rolled their eyes.
"What? I paid good money for these."
"Nikki, you look great." Nikki turned and looked at herself in the mirror, smirking.
"I do don't I?" Everyone just rolled their eyes again. Kelly took Nikki's measurement's before taking Nikki back into the dressing room. After attaching the note to the dress, she then took the next girl in. This went on until all the bridesmaids had been fitted and their dresses had the changes that needed to be made attached to them.
"Should we do the bride next?" Everyone cheered as Brooklyn smiled and nodded.
"What were you thinking for your gown, Brooklyn?"
"I like the mermaid gowns. And maybe something with a bare back like the girls dresses."
"And it needs to have a veil." Linda added. Brooklyn smiled at her grandmother.
"And it needs to have a veil." Brooklyn repeated. Kelly laughed and nodded.
"Lets go look and see if we can find a few for you to try on." Brooklyn nodded, handing Amelia over to her mother before following the other woman.
"I'm surprised you're not crying, aunt Steph." Stephanie rolled her eyes at Sarah.
"Not yet I'm not. So, Brook says you're meeting Colby's family tonight?" Sarah nodded.
"Yea and I'm nervous as hell."
"Why's that honey?" Linda asked as all the girls listened.
"Because it's a big step for us. What if his family doesn't like me? What if they don't like me and it changes Colby and I's relationship?"
"Oh come on Sar, we talked about this at the pool the other day. They're gonna love you."
"I agree with the girls. Look honey, I know it's scary but you're a beautiful, kind, and caring girl. Colby's family is going to love you."
"I know, I know. I'm just nervous."
"Here." Gal took the champagne and filled Sarah's glass again. "Keep drinking and you'll be fine." All the girls laughed and Sarah shook her head, taking a sip of the alcohol. She had to admit, it did help her nerves.
"What do you think the guys are doing right now?"
"They better be getting their fittings done." Brooklyn said as she walked into the fitting room to try on the first of the six dresses she picked out.
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"Sir, please stay still." The man asked Jon again as he squirmed uncomfortable. He knew he should have talked Brook into a jean and tee shirt wedding.
"Jon come on. Stand still. You're the last one and are taking the longest." Joe said as he held J.J to his chest. Jon rolled his eyes.
"I'm trying. You guys know I hate suits. Maybe I'll bring up the jeans and a tee shirt idea." All the men laughed.
"I hate to tell you, Jonny, but Brooklyn doesn't look like the type to let that happen." Jon's father said.
"I could persuade her."
"Ew!" Everyone groaned and J.J cooed.
"See, even your son doesn't want to hear it." Jon chuckled and looked at his son in the mirror.
"J.J, what are you doing?" J.J smiled and waved his hands around, making everyone laugh.
"I can't believe Brooklyn agreed to split the babies up."
"Us boys gotta have our guy time, right Jay?" Colby asked, taking his nephew from his Joe. J.J just looked at his uncle.
"Oh come on. You don't hate me like your sister does, right?" J.J gurgled and smiled. Colby laughed.
"Good. Your sister is like your mother you know. Mommy hates me too."
"Can anyone blame her?" Sami said, making Colby scowl.
"I'll have you know, everyone loves me."
"Did Sarah tell you that? Because she's just trying to spare your feelings." Jon said, smirking.
"You know what, I'm just talking to J.J now." The guys laughed as the man finished up Jon's measurements.
"You're all set Mr. Good." Jon nodded and immediately went into the changing room. He couldn't get out of the monkey suit fast enough. Back out in the main room, the men sat around chatting.
"Sami, I have you thank you." Sami looked at his best friend's father.
"For what Mr. Good?"
"For taking Jonny out of that home. He needed a family to care for him and you gave him that. I am truly grateful. For all of you actually. You gave Jonny a family when he didn't have one. He's lucky to have you in his life." They all smiled.
"We're lucky to have him. Sometimes."
"I heard that." Jon yelled, making them laugh. J.J let out a little baby giggle, making them all laugh again.
"So how do you think the girls are doing?"
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"I look like a cupcake." Stephanie rolled her eyes as Brooklyn stood on the platform and looked in the mirror. This was the fifth dress she had tried on, one her mother picked out. It was a strapless gown that had a big poofy skirt almost like a Cinderella dress.
"You look like Cinderella."
"I know mom and the dress is beautiful but it's just to much for me besides we'll be in Vegas. It'll be hot and I'll sweat for sure."
"I agree aunt Steph, it does look like a lot." Brooklyn shot a grateful smile towards Sarah. Stephanie sighed and relented.
"Okay, okay. Maybe I'll buy it myself and convince your dad for a vow renewal."
"Oh because they worked out so well before." Brooklyn teased, lifting the heavy skirt up and walking back to the dressing room to try her last dress on. Deep down, she was exhausted already. She had tried on five dresses, none being to her liking. Don't get her long, they were all beautiful but she always heard that you'd get butterflies when you tried on the perfect dress and so far, she felt nothing.
"Don't worry dear, you'll find the perfect one." Kelly reassured her while helping her out of the big gown and placing it back on the hanger.
"I hope so." Kelly gave a small smile and turned around, taking the last dress off the rack. Kelly helped her put it on, smiling when Brooklyn's eyes widened in the mirror. As soon as Kelly had zipped her up and she looked in the mirror, she knew it. This was her dress. It was a beautiful court train, illusion transparent back, beaded lace mermaid wedding dress.
"Wow." She whispered. Kelly smiled.
"I think this is the one." Brooklyn nodded. The dress fit her in all the right places and not only did she love it, she knew Jon would too.
"Should we show the others?" Brooklyn nodded. Kelly smiled and pulled the curtain back so she could walk out. As soon as she did, she heard small gasps and her mother's eyes started to water.
"Aw Brook, you look beautiful!" Lauren said as she held Amelia. Gal, Nikki, Brie, and Sarah all followed suit, telling her how beautiful she looked. Brooklyn smiled and stepped up on the small platform.
She turned and looked at her mom.
"Mom, what do you think?" Stephanie smiled at her daughter, a tear sliding down her cheek. Her baby girl was really getting married.
"You look beautiful, B. What do you think?"
"I really love it. I think, this is the one." All the girls smiled and Amelia clapped her hands, making them laugh.
"Is this the one?" Brooklyn looked at Kelly and nodded.
"I'll take it." Kelly nodded and helped her off the platform and back to the changing rooms. After she was done changing, she walked to the front and paid for the bridesmaids dresses while Stephanie paid for Brooklyn's dress.
"Thank you mom." Brooklyn wrapped her arms around her mother in a hug.
"You're welcome sweetie." She kissed her head as Kelly looked at them.
"Okay you are all set. We will do the alterations and then ship them to you guys. We'll just need the address where to ship them." Brooklyn nodded.
"Well the bridesmaids dresses can come to my house but I don't trust Jon won't try to look at mine."
"You can ship it to our house, Brooklyn." Brooklyn smiled at her grandmother.
"Thanks grandma. Just make sure grandpa doesn't look either." Linda laughed and nodded as Brooklyn wrote the addresses down on the shipping order. Kelly smiled and handed her a copy of the receipt before taking the original.
"Okay, you are all set." Brooklyn smiled. She had found her perfect wedding dress. She couldn't wait for the day she could wear it. Two more months and her and Jon would be getting married in front of all their friends and family. She couldn't wait.
After thanking the store once more, all the girls left and headed back to the hotel.
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Sarah and Colby made their way back to their hotel room, hand in hand. After they had all gotten back from their fittings, the wedding party hung out downstairs and relaxed before Colby and Sarah had to leave to get ready for dinner with his family.
When they reached their room, Colby used his free hand to pull out his copy of the key card from his back pocket. Sliding it into the lock, they waited until the light flashed green before pushing the door open. Once inside, they were greeted by a very happy Thor. Sarah smiled as she let go of Colby's hand to crouch down and pick the puppy up in her arms.
"Hey Thor. Did you miss us?" Thor barked before licking Sarah's cheek making Colby laugh.
"You really missed your mom huh buddy?"
Thor moved in Sarah's arms so he was close to his new best friend and licked his cheek took. Both laughed and stroked his head making the husky puppy pant. When he had enough, Sarah set him back down on the floor.
"So what's the dress code for this dinner? Formal or casual?" Sarah asked, trying to keep her nerves at bay. It seemed easier now that she had a couple of glasses of champagne in her. Colby could sense his girlfriend's nerves. Placing his hands on her hips, he pulled her close.
"It's casual. Don't stress yourself, babe. Everyone's going to love you. I know it." Colby reassured with a soft smile.
Sarah just nodded as he kissed her head.
"You're right. No more worrying." Colby smiled but he knew deep down, she was still going to worry. Sarah was a worrier but he understood her nerves. He was just as nervous to meet her parents. Sure he'd met Shawn before but when they told him they were dating, he was a nervous wreck.
"Good." Sarah smiled.
"So what should I wear?"
Colby smiled seeing Sarah a little more relaxed. "I'm sure we can find something."
Making their way over to her suitcase, Sarah started to sift through trying to find something decent to wear. She wanted to look casual but at the same time, she wanted to make the right impression. The last thing she wanted was for Colby's family to hate her.
While she continued looking, she came across the perfect dress. It was a white lace dress that she had bought when she had gone shopping with her mom and Cheyenne the previous day. It was casual yet it would make the right impression for meeting Colby's family. Taking it out of her suitcase, she held it out.
"What about this?"
Colby spun around from looking in his own suitcase and gave her his fullest attention to Sarah. Looking at the dress she was holding up, he smiled knowing she would look beautiful.
"I think you'll look beautiful in that, sweetheart. You have good taste."
"One of us has to have good fashion sense." She teased as she set the new dress on the newly made bed.
Colby rolled his eyes.
"I resent that."
Sarah laughed and grabbed her toiletry bag.
"I'm gonna go shower." She stood on her tippy toes and pressed a kiss against her cheek.
"That an invitation?"
"Nope." She called back not even turning around as she laughed. Colby rolled his eyes and continued looking through his suitcase.
Closing the bathroom door, Sarah made sure to lock it in case Colby decided to come in and distract. As much as she was sure his distraction would help her nerves tremendously, she needed to get ready. Hanging her dress on the back of the door, Sarah set her toiletry bag and clean underwear down on the sink counter.
Making her way over to the shower, she turned on the water. Adjusting it to the right temperature, she stripped out of her clothes and climbed in. As she stood under the water, she couldn't help but feel her nerves begin to rise. Closing her eyes, she took a deep breath and shook her head. There was no need to be nervous. She was sure this was going to go over good. At least she hoped. Stepping back, she grabbed her vanilla scented shampoo and conditioner before washing her hair. After rinsing it all away, she washed her body and made sure to shave before getting out.
Wrapping a soft towel around her body, Sarah grabbed a smaller one and ran it through her long, damp, blonde locks. Once her hair was bone dry, she dropped the used towel on the bathroom floor. Drying her body, Sarah pulled on her clean bra and panties before she took her dress from the hanger. Sliding it on, she smoothed out all the invisible wrinkles. Nodding her head to herself, she pulled her make up bag towards her. She applied her make up, doing a nice subtle smokey eye, eyeliner, and a nice shade of nude lipstick. When her makeup was finished, she started curling her hair. After she was done, she parted some of it and placed it in a waterfall braid that went from one side of her head to the other.
Finally done, she checked herself in the mirror one last time/ Satisfied, she left the bathroom and returned back to the bedroom just in time to see Colby standing with his back to her, dressed only in a paid of dark skinny jeans.
He was leaning over his case, still trying to find a shirt. Clearing her throat, she saw Colby stop what he was doing. She watched as he turned around. Colby swore his heart skipped a beat when he saw Sarah. Like he knew she would, she looked beautiful. It didn't matter what she wore, she always looked beautiful to him.
"Well how do I look?" Sarah asked, feeling a little self conscious when all he did was stare at her.
Colby walked over to his girlfriend so he was standing in front of her. Using his thumb, he stroked her cheek.
"You look gorgeous sweetheart." Sarah smiled, feeling a warm sensation flood her heart.
"Thank you."
Colby kissed her softly in response. He pulled back as her eyes fluttered open and she smiled.
"So is that what you're wearing cause I don't think they'll let you inside partially dressed." Colby chuckled.
"Very funny. I was looking for a shirt before I was distracted."
Sarah gasped in mock hurt. "Did you just call me a distraction?"
Colby grinned. "I mean it in a good way I promise. Besides, I like being distracted by you."
"You're a good distraction yourself." She winked, making Colby laugh.
"Now, lets find you a shirt." Colby nodded and they both went to his suitcase. After a little more looking, Sarah finally picked up his blue A Day To Remember "Hopes Up High" tee shirt.
"That'll do." Colby said, taking the shirt from her and slipping it on. He then pulled on his black old school vans and picked up his black hoddie.
"Ready?" Sarah nodded, grabbing her clutch that had her phone and some money in it. Colby checked his pockets to make sure he had his copy of the room key, his phone, and wallet. Seeing everything was there, he looked up and saw Sarah was placing Thor back in his crate for the night. Colby made sure to put his fresh food and water in along with some toys before Sarah shut the door and locked it. She then placed one of the sheets that smelled like her over it.
"Okay baby, we'll be back soon." Sarah spoke softly, getting a bark in reply from Thor. Sarah smiled and stood up straight.
"Ready?"
"You already asked me that." Colby rolled his eyes as she laughed.
"What am I going to do with you?"
"Love me unconditionally and buy me dessert later." Colby laughed and grabbed her hand, leading her out of their room and to the elevator. Once in the lobby, Colby led them out to their rental. Sarah smiled when he opened her door for her. Kissing his cheek, she slid in and buckled up. Colby smiled and shut her door before running over to his side. Getting in the car, he shut the door and buckled his belt before starting the car and pulling out of the hotel parking lot.
It wasn't long before they pulled up in front of the restaurant. Sarah couldn't help her nerves rise as her stomach twisted in knots.
"Everything will be fine, babe." Sarah just nodded. Climbing out of the rental, they closed the doors and locked everything before making their way to the entrance hand in hand. Colby opened the door, letting Sarah walk in first. Giving him a thankful smile Sarah stepped inside, Colby closely following. He looked around hoping to see his family but he couldn't spot them which meant they were running late. Giving his name to the hostess, they were escorted to their table. Sitting down, they ordered their drinks as they waited to be joined by the rest of Colby's family.
"You okay? You're quiet." Colby asked, taking Sarah's hands in his own, interlacing their fingers. Sarah nodded, trying to give him her best confident smile.
"I'm fine."
Colby raised his eyebrow.
"I know you're lying. Talk to me."
Sarah took a deep breath, knowing there was no way around this.
"Okay, fine. I'm a nervous wreck. I can stand in front of a courtroom of people and present a case but meeting your family for the first time has me on the edge of an panic attack."
Colby nodded and kept his hand in her as he looked into her blue eyes. "Hey, it's okay to be like this. It's normal. Hell I was the same way."
Sarah looked at him unconvinced as he continued.
"Meeting your family for the first time and on your birthday had me a nervous wreck. I wanted everything to run smoothly and for them to like me. But with you by my side, I felt at ease. I let the nerves go because at the end of the day, all that mattered is what you thought. Just like all that matters is what I think."
Sarah could see that he was telling the truth. She nodded and placed her other hand on top of his.
"They all loved you, ya know. You charmed my grandparents, my mom, Cam and Chey. They love you." Sarah replied, honestly.
"What about your dad? Doesn't he love me?"
Sarah laughed as he teased.
"You heard him on the plane. He said he loved you and that's big for my dad. He's hated everyone I've dated." Colby chuckled, kissing the side of her head.
Five minutes passes and Colby heard the door to familiar voices of his family coming towards them.
"We're so late."
"I blame dad. He didn't use the GPS."
As soon as his family came into view, Colby felt Sarah's grip tighten on his hand.
"Relax sweetheart. I'm here." Colby whispered so only she could hear it. Sarah nodded as they both stood to greet his family.
"Colby, sweetie!" Colby laughed when he was pulled into a hug by his mother. Sarah stood back and smiled at the sight.
"Hi mom."
Colby's mother pulled back and smiled before he felt a sharp slap to the back of his head.
"Ow! What the hell mom?"
"That's for not calling me more often."
Colby refrained from rolling his eyes. It would only earn him another slap to the head.
"Holly leave the boy alone. You know he barely has time to sleep let alone call." Ron, Colby's dad replied as he gave his son a hug and a pat on the back.
"Thanks dad."
Sarah stood by Colby and watched him interact with the other members of his family. She could see how much he loved them.
Colby finished giving his grandpa Don, a hug before he noticed everyone's eyes on Sarah. Can you uncomfortable?
"So are you gonna introduce us or let us stand here and make your girlfriend uncomfortable?" Brandon teased, earning a head slap from their mother.
"Brandon, be more respectful." Holly hissed at her eldest child.
Colby laughed and turned to Sarah. He gave her a comforting smiled and grabbed her hand, pulling her up to his side.
"Sarah, this is my dad Ron." Ron smiled and waved at her. "My grandpa Don, my step dad Bob, my mom Holly, my sister Sophie, my little brother Jim and that annoying fucker is my brother, Brandon." Colby pointed to all his family members before turning his hand to Sarah.
"Guys, this is Sarah. My girlfriend." He finished with a smile.
What happened next not only surprised Sarah but Colby as well. Sarah was pulled into hugs from Colby's grandpa, father, step father and siblings. Sarah's eyes were wide for a few seconds before she smiled and hugged back.
"It's nice to finally meet you Sarah. Colby's told us so much about you." Ron smiled.
Nothing bad I hope." Sarah replied, making everyone laugh.
"You're prettier then he described." Colby's sister, Sophie said, smiling. Sarah blushed.
"Thank you. You're very pretty too." Colby smiled at them. Sarah turned and looked at Colby's mom and smiled.
"Hi, Mrs. Lopez." Colby's mom gave a small smile and stuck her hand out for Sarah to shake. Sarah placed her hand in her's and shook it.
"It's nice to meet you to, Sarah. Should we all sit?" Everyone nodded. Sarah smiled as Colby pulled her chair out for her and pushed her in. She couldn't put her finger on it, but to her, his mom seemed off. But what did she know? It's her first time meeting them. Shaking her head, she put a smile on her face. Maybe this wouldn't be so bad after all.
After they all ordered their food, Colby's family started asking her questions.
"So Sarah, Colby says you're a lawyer?" Sarah took a sip of her wine before pulling the glass away from her mouth and nodding.
"Yea since I was twenty one."
"And you're in Hartford?" Sarah nodded at Colby's mom. She had noticed since they sat down that Colby's mom kept giving her a look. A look she couldn't quite put her finger on. She squirmed in her seat slightly.
"Yea. My uncle Paul was able to give me a good word in with the lawyers that handle WWE's business."
"That's amazing. I've been thinking about going into law." Sophie said. Sarah smiled at her.
"It's a great field. Where were you thinking about going?"
"I've been looking at Harvard." Sarah smiled.
"That's where I went. If you'd like, I can make some calls and have someone call you and talk to you about your options." Sophie smiled wide as Holly rolled her eyes, unnoticeable by the others. Colby smiled as he watched Sarah and his sister. He knew they'd hit it off.
"I would really appreciate that, Sarah. Thank you so much." Sarah smiled and nodded as Holly spoke again.
"Sarah, you don't look like the other girls Colby has dated." Colby shot his mom a look.
"Mom." Holly threw her hands up in the air.
"What do you mean?" Sarah asked.
"I think what Holly is trying to say is that usually Colby goes for the more punk rock type. You know tattoos and black hair and piercings." Brandon said, not understanding why their mother would say that. Colby had informed them Sarah was nervous and a question like that, probably wasn't helping her nerves.
Sarah nodded as Colby sat back in his seat.
"I do like punk rock. But I'm a baby so all I have pierced is my ears." Colby's family laughed as Holly just gave a small smile. They talked more until their food came. When everyone dug in, Colby leaned over to Sarah.
"You're doing great." He whispered to her while they ate. Sarah looked at him and smiled.
"I love your family, especially Brandon, he's funny." Colby rolled his eyes.
"He's okay." Sarah giggled as he kissed her lips. They heard someone clear their throat and saw his mother staring at them.
"Colby not at the dinner table." Sarah blushed as did Colby as they sat up straight.
"Honey, give them a break. They're kids in love." Bob said, looking at his wife.
"Thanks dad." Colby said, making Bob smile. Holly just rolled her eyes.
"Well I have to run to the ladies room. Sarah, would you mind coming with me?" Sarah shook her head and smiled.
"No I don't mind." Holly gave a small smile as they both stood. Sarah kissed Colby's cheek before following his mother back towards the bathrooms.
"I think the bathroom's are right there." Sarah said, turning down the little hallway.
"I don't really have to go. I need to talk to you." Sarah felt like her heart stopped.
"O-okay. What's wrong Mrs. Lopez?"
"You can drop the nice act Sarah. I'm not buying it and I don't know why Colby is either." Sarah's eyes widened. What the hell? She knew she wasn't crazy when she saw his mother constantly looking at her but why? What had she done?
"I-I don't know what you are talking about." Holly rolled her eyes.
"Oh stop it. I know girls like you, Sarah. I've met both of Colby's exes and if you think for one minute I am going to stand by and watch my son get hurt again, you're wrong. So if you are in this for the fame or money, then you better leave."
Sarah felt like she was going to cry. She had never had anyone talk to her this way. Taking a deep breath, she looked Holly in the eyes.
"Mrs. Lopez, I know of Colby's history but I swear to you, I am after none of that. I love Colby, now if you'll excuse me, I'm gonna go back to the table." Without waiting for an answer, Sarah turned around on her heels and made her way back to the table.
Part of her understood why his mom was protective but it hurt Sarah that she actually thought she was capable of that. Sarah would never hurt Colby and she definitely wasn't with him for his money or fame. She had half a mind to tell her who her father was but refrained. She didn't deserve it and truthfully, she didn't think she'd believe her. She would just have to show Holly that she wasn't like Zahra or any other girls he dated.
Walking back to the table, Colby saw her coming and stood up to pull her chair out.
"Everything okay?" Colby asked as he pushed her in and sat back down as Holly came back to the table. Sarah caught Holly's eye before looking back at Colby. She gave a small smile and nodded.
"I'm fine."