CHAPTER 15: A Long Day…

The elevator stopped on the third floor, the same floor of the rooms that were occupied by the McMahons and some of the superstars.

Saying goodnight to each other, the two couples went their separate ways.

Walking towards their room, Shane and Marissa talked about whether to go and pick their kids up now, or just drop by John and Randy's room tomorrow. Or should I say later when they have woken up.

"Uh… I think it's better if we just pick them up tomorrow… I mean… it's already past midnight and…"

Shane, who knew more about how the superstars behaved and the kind of "lifestyle" have, cut her midway. "But knowing John and Randy, I doubt they're actually sleeping already."

This was proven true when they found themselves outside John and Randy's room, and heard a couple of voices that did not show any sign of tiredness and exhaustion.

Shane, who just couldn't understand how two people, who had just performed earlier that night, could still find energy to stay up late and play with four of the most mischievous kids in the world, knocked on the door. "I told you so…"

After hearing the words that allowed them to enter, Shane and Rissa did, surprised that all four kids were still awake. "Hey guys!"

After not being able to see his mom for what seemed like forever, Declan ran towards her in all excitement and glee, tightly hugging her legs. "Moooommmmmyyyyy!!!!" From where he was lying, Kenyon also cooed.

Shane muttered to Rissa: "Don't they see me or don't they just care that I'm here too?" Well at least he seemed to be in a better mood now.

"Hey sweetheart." Marissa just looked down and patted the kid's head. Usually, she would pick him up and place a kiss on his cheek. She was a very affectionate person; that was how she was raised. But now, she was just too tired to do so.

Unfortunately, Declan raised his arms up, signaling that he wanted to be carried. Truly, momma's boy number one missed his mom too much. Marissa had no choice, and despite the fatigue she was experiencing, she gave in to the little boy's wish.

"Mommy, I missed you…" said Declan clinging on to Rissa not wanting to let go.

Kissing the little boy's head, she replied, "I missed you too baby."

Kenyon then moved around and made a sound, as if feeling jealous of the attention that his mom has been paying to his older brother. This made the 4 older people in the room laugh.

"Someone's a little jealous… do I smell jealousy in the air?" Randy teased the baby, as if the kid understood him. He picked Kenyon up, giving him to Marissa, who simultaneously let go of Declan.

"Uncle Shane, how's dad doing?" a concerned Cameron asked. Well at least someone cared about Shane's existence.

"Uh…" Not sure of what to answer, Shane told Cameron the answer he felt was what Shawn wanted for his kids to hear. "Your dad… he's… fine. He's doing better now… just resting… you want us to call him?" He didn't really tell a lie, because Shawn was really doing better. But he didn't want to add or delete things in what he would say to the kid. So that was the best way to answer the question, to directly ask the person involved.

Before Shane had the chance to take his phone out, Randy was already making a call to Shawn. Then he just heard Shane, in a half-genuine, half-sarcastic voice say, "Thanks man!"

Then John, from where he was seated, inquired, "And the sister?"

Shane felt a bit down. Did he really need to raise that question? He let out a deep sigh and replied, "Uhm… uh… she's… she's doing okay. Resting too… Paul's spending the night there… so…" He just didn't feel like explaining the situation to anyone anymore. And, he was not even sure whether it would be okay to his sister for everyone to know about her condition. And as long as nothing is really, really final, it's best for things to be kept to themselves first at the moment."

Marissa sensed that it seemed like Shane was feeling uncomfortable already, and decided to shift the topic and call it a night already. They had to leave the room as soon as possible, not because they didn't like John and Randy, but because they just didn't feel like facing anyone who cared for Steph. It was too hard for them to continue any conversation about her anymore.

"Okay kids, say goodnight now… we're heading back to our room…"

"Mooooom!!! Kenyon… me… stay here…" Declan whined from his place.

"Baby, we have to go and let Uncle John and Uncle Randy rest already…"

Pouting, Declan negotiated with his mother. "Peeeeeeeasse?"

Finally, John decided to interfere. "Uhm, excuse me… guys… it's okay. I think it's better if they just stay here… we'll be the ones watching over them. You two seem to really need much rest and quiet. Plus, I doubt that this little boy (while patting the head of Cameron, who was still on the phone with his dad) would allow your kids to go anyway. So, before a bigger commotion occurs, you just leave them to us, and we'll all be fine."

No longer having the energy to argue, the couple agreed. It really has been a long day. "Fine, fine… we'll see you guys tomorrow then."

Randy picked up Kenyon, who was just let go by his mom minutes ago, assisting him in saying goodnight to his parents. "Say goodbye to mommy. Goodnight mommy. Sweet dreams…" he said, declaring in behalf of the kid. Kenyon got a kiss from each of his parents. "Goodnight baby. Be good for mommy, okay?"

Then Declan did the same thing, earning him the same thing, plus a pat in the head. Cameron and Cheyenne waved goodbye and goodnight, too, while Randy and John chorused, "Goodnight guys… see ya tomorrow!"

Making their way to the door, Shane and Rissa thanked the two youngsters and proceeded to their own room.

It has been surely been a long day for the both of them. For all of them.