I forgot to mention; There really is no timeline. I'm taking certain events and putting them into my own timeline so the story flows better. But it is the year 2006. If you're still confused, then tell me and I'll try to explain it more... :-)

Stephanie walked into the locker room and saw Paul sitting on the couch staring into space. "Paul?"

Paul didn't even look at her as she walked up to him letting the door shut behind her. "A week, Steph. We've been married for a week and you already broke one of your promises."

"Paul," Stephanie whispered.

"Steph, you going back on television wasn't a big deal, it never was. But the big deal now is that you told me one thing and you did another," Paul said finally looking at her. "What does that mean for out marriage?"

"Paul," Stephanie tried again.

But he ignored her. "If you can't keep a small promise like this, then how I trust you with the big things in our lives?"

"Paul…"

"I mean the least you could've done was told me or asked me…"

"Will you let me speak dammit!?!" Stephanie yelled. Paul looked at her, shocked, but simply nodded. Stephanie sighed. "First of all, I tried to tell you and I don't have to ask. Secondly, I was cornered by the partners and my family. What exactly do you expect me to do?" Stephanie demanded.

"Say no?"

"And pass by an opportunity like this?" Stephanie asked. "Paul, the ratings suck. The storylines are ridiculous, petty and have no depth anymore. There has to be a change somewhere."

"Stephanie, you know I have no problem with you going back on TV, but…"

"I fucked up! I know this, Paul. You don't need to keep shoving it in my face. I made a judgment call that obviously wasn't the right one," Stephanie said. "But, just because we're married doesn't mean I have to answer to you or ask for your permission for every god damn thing!"

Paul sighed and patted his leg, motioning for Stephanie to come and sit on his lap. Stephanie wiped a few tears off her cheek and looked at Paul closely, surprised at he easily and quickly he had calmed down. Stephanie sniffled and sat in her husbands lap, wrapping her arms around his neck as he kissed her temple.

"You're right," he whispered. "And I overreacted. I'm sorry."

"Me too."

"I think it's a good thing that you're back on TV," Paul continued. "We need you."

Stephanie smiled at his comment. "Yeah, you guys suck without me."

Paul snorted and Stephanie hit him softly on the shoulder. He smiled at her and captured her lips with his.

John swung his duffle bag over his shoulder as he pulled out the keys to his rental car. He smiled to himself as he replayed the whole scenario where Stephanie and Shane announced they were the General Managers of Raw. He couldn't believe that Stephanie had taken his advice. The only thing that made John uneasy was Paul's reaction to it. Before the show even went on air, he helped Stephanie look for Paul, but he couldn't be found anywhere. By the time his match was up, Stephanie had decided to stop searching so hard, figuring he was in the gym or something. John never mentioned to Stephanie, or Paul, that he had seen her husband hanging out around Melina.

"John, John!"

John turned around as Trish ran up to him, grabbing his arm to catch her breath and steady herself."

"Trish?" Cena questioned.

Trish waved him off then smiled. "I was calling your name all the way from your locker room when you left," she told him. "Are you deaf or something?"

"Oh, no, just…a little lost in thought is all," John assured her.

Trish nodded, but wasn't so easily convinced. "Uh-huh, well, I actually wanted your advice on something."

John raised his eyebrows. "Oh, yeah? On what?"

"Retirement."

John looked at Trish as if she were joking for a few seconds, but when Trish didn't back down, John's smile faded. "You're serious?" Trish nodded and John shook his head then looked around quickly while grabbing her arm and practically dragging her to his car. "You do realize now that Steph's in charge of Raw?" he asked while letting her go.

Trish shot him an annoyed look. "Of course I know, she's my best friend," Trish shot back. "And she's always been in charge."

"Of both shows," John filled in. "Now that she's back on TV, she's dedicated towards Raw while her parents handle Smackdown. Everything that is Raw related falls on Shane and Stephanie."

"So?"

"So…if you were to retire, one of the WWE's most talented, not to mention hot, divas, then Raw will lose talent. Raw losing talent equals Stephanie losing talent equals monstrous bitch being unleashed."

"Ok, what horror did you watch last night?" Trish giggled. Then she paused and looked up at John, worried. "You think she'd be that angry?" Trish asked.

John nodded. "Yeah."

Trish held up her hands and nodded. "Well, yes, I get it. It seems a little sudden but I'm only considering it."

John straightened himself out and looked at Trish with a serious face. "Do that Trish. I mean, I know you and Steph are close and all, but…once you retire, that's it. You'll be handing that pretty women's title on your shoulder back to the McMahon's."

Trish nodded and bit her lip, taking in everything that John was saying to her. Maybe it wasn't time that she retire just yet. She was at the height of her career. She was the women's champion and a fan favorite. The WWE needed her. "Thanks, John," Trish smiled at him.

John flashed her a smile. "Hey, not a problem. Just think about it, okay?"

Trish nodded. "I will."

John nodded and watched as Trish walked away towards her car. John smiled and shook his head as he opened the trunk to his car and threw his equipment in there. Just as he closed the trunk, he saw Stephanie and Paul walking out together towards their limo. John suddenly found himself frowning. The interaction between Paul and Melina was questionable, but John didn't dare confront Paul, the man who is married to his friend, about that relation until he had any evidence. He didn't believe that Paul would ever cheat on Stephanie. They'd been an item since before he came into the business but he'd be damned if he let anyone hurt Stephanie. Besides, it didn't make sense. Melina was with Nitro and Paul was married to Melina's boss. The two of them would have to have a death wish if they were having an affair. If they were having an affair…

Now, I'm curious, I mentioned in the previous chapter(s) that Stephanie will bring in new talent while Vince brings in a retired wrestler. So, I ask, who would you like to see in this story?