Hey everyone! Thanks for all those wonderful reviews, this is the last chapter before the big one….WRESTLEMANIA! I already have some of the things planned out, so more reviews equals faster update! So please review!

Laura--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dave and Nikki walk into the Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth and head straight to their locker room. Over the last couple days, Dave has been acting very strange, not saying much to Nikki. 'It's just because Wrestlemania's next week,' she thinks to herself. She sighs and flops down on the couch.

"What's on the schedule for tonight?" Nikki asks Dave, who sits next to her.

"Contract signing," Dave replies shortly.

She nods and looks down at her hands, then looks back up at Dave.

"I know Wrestlemania is in 6 days," Nikki starts, "but you haven't been very social lately. Did I do something wrong?"

"Baby, you've done nothing wrong," Dave comforts, "I'm just so focused on beating Paul, that's all."

Nikki nods and places her head on his shoulder. He glances down at her and smiles.

"I have a present for you," Dave states, standing up and going over to his bag.

He rummages around before pulling out 2 black boxes. He hands them to her and kisses her cheek.

"This is for always being there for me," Dave says as Nikki opens the first box.

She gasps in shock as she stares down at a beautiful diamond necklace with matching tear drop earrings. She opens the last box to find a matching diamond bracelet with a heart pendent. Nikki wraps her arms around his strong neck, kissing his lips softly.

"Thank you so much," Nikki whispers, "you didn't have to do this."

"I know, but I wanted to," Dave answers, "besides, this will match your dress for Wrestlemania."

"You're the best," Nikki says, kissing him again.

"Yeah, yeah, I know, come on, lets head down to catering."

They walk down to catering to grab a bite to eat and Nikki sits down next to Trish as Dave walks up to the tables of food.

"Hey hon," Trish greets Nikki, "how is everything?"

"Going good," Nikki answers, "ready for your match?"

"You know it. I can't wait to kick that wannabe's ass," Trish states, "speak of the devil…"

Trish points over to Dave, where he and Christy are talking. She's rubbing his arm suggestively and Nikki stands up, walking over to the two.

"So how about a date after the show?" Christy asks, batting her eyelashes at him.

"How 'bout no?" Nikki cuts in, placing her hand on Dave's shoulder, "he's with me hon."

"Says who?" Christy challenges, "maybe he'll want a real woman?"

Nikki lunges for her, but Dave wraps his arms around her waist, pulling her away from Christy.

"Let it go babe," Dave states, dragging Nikki back to the table where now Courtney and Randy are with Trish.

"He forces her into a chair, sitting down next to her.

"Stupid bitch," Nikki mumbles causing Dave to chuckle, "what the hell is so funny?"

"You're so cute when you're jealous," Dave replies, kissing her forehead.

Nikki sticks her tongue out at him, crossing her arms across her chest. Dave rubs her leg softly and she smiles at him, leaning against his chest. Courtney chuckles and shakes her head.

"What?" Nikki demands, glaring at her.

"You're so over dramatic," Courtney states, rolling her eyes.

"Shut up," Nikki hisses, "I don't need trashy women all over Dave, I actually care about him."

"Just because you're insecure with yourself doesn't mean you have to take it out on other people," Courtney retorts, smirking.

"Fuck you," Nikki spits out, walking away.

"What the hell was that about?" Dave demands, following Nikki out of catering.

Dave catches up to Nikki who is now sitting on a crate, looking at her hands.

"Baby, you ok?" Dave asks softly, sitting next to her.

"She's changed," Nikki states, sighing, "she's not the same best friend she once was."

"Look at who she's dating," Dave replies, "if she's acting like that, you don't need her. You and Trish are great friends, so are you and Amy."

Dave wipes away a stray tear from her cheek as she nods.

"You're right," Nikki says, "you're the best."

"Again, I know," Dave jokes, kissing her, "come on, we better get ready for tonight."

They head back to their locker room and she heads into the bathroom to finish getting ready. Dave looks up from his magazine as Bischoff bursts into the room. Nikki walks out of the bathroom and joins Dave.

"There can be no physical conflict in this face-off with Triple H tonight," Eric warns, "because if anything happens like what just happened in that 6 man tag match, there could be an injury and since we're only 6 days away from Wrestlemania, we can't have that."

Dave looks down at Nikki before facing Bischoff.

"Well then, Triple H better make sure he doesn't get injured," Dave states, smiling, "I know the consequences of starting a fight but I promise you, if Hunter starts something, I'll finish it."

Dave turns away but Eric grabs his arm, pulling him back.

"You know I can make you into the next Hollywood star if you want," Eric says causing Nikki to wrinkle her nose.

"You remind me of a character from one of my favorite movies, Pulp Fiction," Dave states nudging Nikki who nods.

"Really?" Eric says, flattered, "Travolta? Wills?"

"No, that guy with the rubber ball in his mouth, the Gimp!" Dave answers causing Nikki to giggle.

Dave pats Eric on the chest, walking out of the room with Nikki on his arm.

"Did you see the look on his face?" Nikki laughs, "that was priceless."

They walk by a moniter to see Paul talking to Eric. Nikki watches as Paul shoves Bischoff around.

"I promise that when Dave looks into my eyes, he'll see the truth, that he doesn't stand a chance," Paul threatens, "if he even blinks at me, I will get on him and it'll be anything but civil."

Dave shakes his head and starts to walk away but something Paul says, stops him.

"And if that little bitch tries to get in the way," Paul smirks, "she'll learn the meaning of respect. I have a "friend" who's just dying to meet her."

Nikki looks up at Dave in horror as he stares angrily at the screen.

"Dave," Nikki whispers, "what friend is he talking about?"

Dave turns to Nikki, seeing the fear.

"He's just trying to scare you, baby," Dave answers, "he doesn't have the balls to touch you."

Nikki nods and Dave kisses her.

"Do you still want to go out to the ring tonight?" Dave asks, "we're up next."

"Of course, I need to see this first hand," Nikki says.

They head to the gorilla area where Dave pulls of his shirt, so he's just wearing his trunks. Nikki adjusts her silver strapless dress as his music hits. They walk to the ring together and he holds open the ropes for her. Paul's music hits and he comes out with Ric. The two men stare each other down as Eric grabs a mic.

"Gentlemen, please be seated," Eric says, motioning to the chairs.

Dave and Nikki sit down as Paul remains standing for a moment before slowly sitting down. The "Batista" chants are deafening as Eric begins to talk to again.

"Triple H, as the world heavyweight champion, you may go first," Eric explains, handing the mic to a now standing Paul.

"You ungrateful piece of crap!" Paul roars, "this is how you repay me, huh? This is it? For everything I've done for you, this is how you repay me! You believe this Naitch?"

Paul turns to look at Ric who shakes his head.

"Everything we've done for him and this is the payment we get. He doesn't even get it, you don't even get it! Everything you have, everything you are, I gave to you. I MADE YOU!" Paul screams, " you think any one of these people even knew your name before you met me? Huh! Not one of 'em! I plucked you from obscurity and made you a star. Not because I had to, not because I needed to, I was the heavyweight champion long before I EVER met you, and I still am! Hey, I just let you come along for the ride, pal, that was it!"

Dave rolls his eyes, leaning back into the chair, staring at Paul.

"You know you were absolutely nothing when I found you, you realize that! You were nothing and in 6 days, I'm going to put you back where I found you. 'Cause this ride, Dave, is over. Look at me, Dave. Look me in the eyes. Damn it, I SAID LOOK AT ME!" Paul roars, causing Dave to turn his attention from Nikki to Paul, "that's it, look in my eyes. See your future, see the truth. In 6 days, at Wrestlemania 21, your future is going to happen. It's going to be the day that you found out that you made the biggest mistake of your life. In my eyes Dave, you see the truth, and the truth is, you cannot beat me. Now, what do you have to say about that, huh!"

Dave stands up, glancing around the arena, before winking at Nikki.

"What do I have to say? What do I have to say?" Dave repeats, "Are you talking to me?"

The crowd roars in approval as he smiles.

"This is what I'm going to say, I'm going to say thank you," Dave says truthfully, "I'm going to express my gratitude for everything that you and Ric have taught me, especially you, Ric. You are without doubt a true legend."

Ric smiles at Dave, but looks away as Paul glares at him.

"Now, I've got two things to say to you, Hunter. One, on Sunday, I am going to take your world title," Dave states, " and two, and I don't know quite how to say this, so I'm just going to say it. You are an asshole!"

Paul flips over the table, getting nose to nose with Dave. Nikki stands up and backs into the corner as Paul slaps Dave.

"Thank you," Dave chuckles, dropping the mic.

Dave takes down Paul, but Ric tries to pull him off. Security pulls Dave off and Paul attacks him as security holds him back. The two battle until security finally gets the two separated. Nikki joins Dave's side in the ring as Paul and Ric stare at the two from the ramp. Dave wraps an arm around Nikki, pulling her into him.

"This Sunday will be a night never to forget."

Sunday, WRESTLEMANIA 21

Dave and Nikki are sitting in his locker room as he stretches before his match. Nikki watches the John Cena, JBL match, glancing over at Dave occasionally. He looks over at her and smiles quickly, before resuming his stretches. Nikki watches as John Cena gets the FU and win over JBL to become champion.

"Match is over," Nikki states, "you're up."

Dave stands up and walks over to Nikki. She's wearing a black halter top dress with sparkles all over and the jewelry he got her. He kisses her deeply and pulls away.

"Please stay back here," Dave begs, "no matter what, don't come out there."

Nikki nods as Dave walks away. She watches the match progess as there's a knock on the door.

"Come on in," Nikki calls out, not tearing her gaze away from the TV.

"Champ's here!" John yells, walking into the room.

Nikki stands up and gives him a hug.

"Congratulations John," Nikki says, kissing his cheek, "you worked hard for that."

"Thanks Nik, it's so surreal," John admits, sitting down next to her on the couch.

They watch as Paul and Dave battle to the outside. Dave chases after Ric as Paul goes to grab a chair.

"No! I gotta get out there!" Nikki yells, dashing out of the room.

John runs after her but he's too late and he watches as she runs down the ramp as Ric gets in the ring with the belt and goes to hit Dave with it, but he takes him down with a spinebuster. Nikki jumps up on the ring apron as the ref turns his back, allowing Paul to hit Dave with the belt. Nikki pulls Ric out of the ring and cheers on Dave as he hits a spinebuster on Paul. He goes for the Batista Bomb, but Paul low blows him causing Dave to fall to his knees. Nikki jumps up on the apron again, distracting Paul a little bit before he goes to give Dave a pedigree. Dave doesn't budge and separates Paul's arms, flipping him over onto his back. Dave gives the thumbs up and then down and hits Paul with the Batista bomb, covering him for the three count. Nikki climbs through the ropes as Dave sits up on his knees. She slides down next to him, kissing him deeply. He pulls away and she can see the tears in his eyes. Together they stand as the ref hands Dave the belt.

"You won baby!" Nikki exclaims happily, "you did it!"

Dave hugs her tightly before posing on the turnbuckles. He gets down and hugs Nikki again. They walk to the back where Dave stops, collapsing to his knees, tears falling from his eyes. Nikki kneels next to him, wrapping her arms around him.

"I won," he keeps repeating, "baby, I won!"

"I know honey," Nikki says tearfully, "you proved him wrong!"

Nikki stands up and goes to help Dave up, leading him back to the locker room. She pushes open the door and sits him down on the couch, walking into the bathroom to grab a towel to clean off Paul's blood from his body. When she exit's the bathroom, Dave's down on one knee, a small box in his hand. Nikki stares at him in shock, as he grasps her left hand in his hand.

"Baby, I have to get this off my chest," Dave says, his voice breaking, "I love you with all my heart. You've been there for me no matter what happens. I've felt things I've never felt before. When you laugh, it fills my heart with love and everytime I look at you, I fall in love with you all over again. So, Nicole Andrews, will you marry me?"

He opens the box to reveal a large diamond ring. She lets out a sob before dropping to her knees.

"Yes," she whispers, "I'll be you're wife."

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There ya go! Chapter 20! I hope ya liked it! Sorry it took so long for it to get up, but I had to rewrite it since my computer crashed. Please review and I'll hope to get the next one up sooner!

Laura