Time flashed by.
Days turned into weeks.
Weeks into months.
Lexi had enjoyed her time on the road with Randy, but she was now only able to attend close shows. Her walk had become more of a waddle, as her belly stretched out to the point that she could no longer see her toes. As much as she missed Randy while he was gone, she was never lonely. His mom spend most days with her. Lexi was very content being lazy most days, lounging around the pool in her bikini, reading.
Her due date was quickly approaching. She was heading to the airport to pick Randy up. He had almost a week off. Lexi had been having cramps since she got up, but passed them off as braxton hicks. Once she got to the airport it was a different story. She knew Randy's flight had already landed.
L~here, waitin n car
She wasn't about to venture into the airport. A few minutes later she saw him walk out. She blew the horn, then tried to get out of the car, as a contraction hit. Lexi stopped, and her hands went to her stomach. Before she knew it Randy was at her side.
"Lex, whats wrong?" He asked.
"I think I'm in labor." She breathed.
"Come, on lets get you in the car, and get to the hospital." He said.
"Don't move me. Just give me a minute." Lexi said through her teeth. After it passed, Randy helped her into the car.
Randy's voice soothed her as he counted.
"8, 9, 10. Relax." He said, his hand around her back. All the family and friends had been called and the day had rolled to night. Many had visited and left. Now it was Lexi, Randy and the doctor and nurses. The room was quiet, except for Lexi's breathing.
"Alright, Lexi. One more push should do it." Her doctor said. "One more hard push."
Lexi took a deep breath, and pushed. What seemed like an eternity later she was told to stop.
"Her heads out. Just a little push." He said.
"She's out."
It seemed like forever until Lexi heard a cry. Her eyes filled with tears, as she looked at Randy, who had tears running down his cheeks. After a few minutes the baby was placed in Lexi's arms. She was beautiful, she had Randy's dark hair, and lots of it. After a minute, she let Randy take their daughter.
"Hey Arianna." He said softly.
Two weeks later, Randy was back on the road, leaving Lexi and Ari home alone. Lexi was very comfortable as a mom, but she missed Randy so much. Within the month, Lexi was back in the gym.
"Hey." Lexi heard Randy's voice call through the house.
"Down stairs." She yelled. She was in the basement, working out, which was how she had spent most of her days lately.
"Care to tell me what you're doing?" He asked.
"Getting back in shape." Lexi said.
"Oh, you mean for our wedding coming up?" He asked, as he looked at Ari, who was sleeping in the pack n' play.
"Nope." Lexi said, slowing the treadmill down to a stop.
"No. Then why?" He asked, turning back to her.
"I'm ready to get back on the road." Lexi said.
Randy laughed, then stopped when he saw her face.
"Come on, Lex. You can't be serious."
"Why not?" She asked.
"You're a mom now." He said.
"And you're a dad, that hasn't stopped you from going back on the road." Lexi snapped.
"Why is it any different for you?"
"That's not what I meant. Lex people get hurt in this business." He said.
"I know. And it kills me being at home while you're in the ring, I can't stand being here without you anymore. I miss you." Lexi said.
Randy pulled Lexi into his arms, pulling up his shirt and wiping the sweat off her face with it.
"I know you miss me. I miss you gals too. But, think about it Lex. How would it work on the road with a baby?" He asked.
"Randy, you have the bus. I think things would be great. We'd have fun." She said.
"Ok, so the bus is great. But what about when you and I are in the ring, or both swamped. Who will watch Arianna?" He asked.
"There are so many people around, who want to see her, and we could hire a nanny." Lexi said.
"It sounds like you've put a lot of thought into this." HE said.
"Do you really not want me coming back?" Lexi asked.
"No, Lex, that isn't what I meant. I just never really thought about it. You know, I didn't know if you really wanted to come back, you haven't said anything until now, and we never really talked about it." He said.
"I want my belt back." Lexi smiled.
"I have an unfinished feeling. Like I still need to prove that I can do this. For me." She said.
"I get it. I'm off for a few days. Let's relax, I'll make some calls and see about getting the bus going, and then you and Ari come on the road with me and we'll see how it all works out. If things go good, then we'll talk with the boss about you coming back. OK?" Randy asked.
"Deal." Lexi smiled, kissing him.
"You got Ari, so I can shower?" He nodded, as Lexi snuck another kiss and ran up the stairs.
His time off was something that Lexi had come to treasure. She walked out of the shower, and slipped on a pair of shorts and a t-shirt. She walked into the bedroom, to see Randy laying on the bed with Arianna on top of him, both sound asleep. Lexi stood there for a few minutes, smiling to herself. She then gently took Ari off his chest and placed her in her bassinet, making Randy jump. He looked up and smiled at Lexi, pulling her down with him after she laid Ari down. With in minutes they were all sleeping. They had spent his time off at home.
"How do you look that good, when she's not even a month old yet?" Nattie called, seeing Lexi pushing the stroller down the hall. She ran up and gave Lexi a quick hug, then turned her attention to Ari.
"Sorry, Lexi, but, I'm really here to spoil your baby."
"Yeah, when she won't sleep without being held, I'm calling you at 3am." Lexi laughed.
"Yeah, yeah. Man she had grown so much since she was born." Nattie said, picking Ari up.
"So, are you coming back? I didn't think Randy would take it so well."
"We are joining him on the road on a trial basis. So if things go right, we'll be here for a while. I have him talked into interviewing a couple nannies, so we'll see how that goes. I know if we can find someone he trusts, then he will feel better about letting me come back." That's when it hit her.
"Shit, why didn't I think about this before. His mom! Who else would he trust more than her? I'm so calling her tomorrow!" Lexi said, smiling.
"Nice one Lexi." Nattie smiled.
It was nice being back on the road, seeing her friends, but most of all, being with Randy again. She had talked with Elaine, and Randy, who both agreed that would be the best thing. Randy had even bought another bus, one that had two bedrooms, and a little more living space.
"So, it's set then?" Randy said, into his phone.
"Ok, then when we get home in two weeks, after the wedding, then when we hit the road, you'll be coming with us. And you're sure dad is ok with this?" He asked.
"Alright, well, we'll see you guys in about two weeks, then. Love you too." Randy said as he hung up the phone.
"So everything is set with mom. You have the best ideas baby." Randy said, pulling Lexi onto his lap.
"That's why you love me." She smiled. For the next two weeks Lexi felt like she was on the phone for 24 hours every day. She thought that things were already settled with the wedding, but then things came up. Their venue had been double booked, and they were being offered a different date, because they had been the second ones who booked it.
"Fuck it, Lex. Don't stress over it. We can throw up some tents and get married in the back yard." He said.
"You wouldn't care?" Lexi asked.
"Alexis, the only reason I booked that overpriced piece of crap was because of the look on your face when you saw it. I would marry you in a fucking bathroom." He laughed.
"I don't care where it is, just that its you standing next to me."
"You're so sweet." She said, kissing him.
"I have a buddy who owns a tent rental company, I'll call him, I bet they can get something great put together for us. You want me to call him?" Randy asked.
"Sure." Lexi said, as she got up to get Ari, who had started whining. Lexi got her bottle ready then came back and caught the tail end of Randy's phone call.
"Great. thank you so much. Yeah, it'll be no problem. You have my number, give me a call whenever. Later." He smiled over at Lexi.
"Done, and for nothing more than some tickets. That puts $25,000 back into our budget." He said.
"Wait, we were on a budget?" Lexi laughed.
"Deep breath Lexi." Nattie whispered in her ear as she started out the back door. She looked beautiful in her soft purple gown. Lexi took one last look in the mirror. She looked like a princess. She had her hair piled up on the top of her head, with a long lace veil hanging from the back. Her long layered dress flowed down her body. Her makeup looked perfect. Then she heard the music, and her legs made her move. She looked down the aisle to see Randy smiling at her. All the butterflies that had been in her stomach disappeared when their eyes met. The wedding seemed to fly by.
"I now pronounce you husband and wife. Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you, for the first time. Mr. and Mrs. Randal Orton." The preacher said.
Randy had his arms wrapped around Lexi as they danced. He hadn't let go of her since their first dance, which was over an hour ago. He leaned down and kissed her.
"Maybe we should go make our rounds, before I whisk you out of here." He smiled.
His parents were keeping Ari for a week, while Randy and Lexi went on their honeymoon. They had found a quiet town a couple of hours away, that had a small bed and breakfast.
Randy had to pull Lexi away from Ari, as they were leaving.
"Call if you need anything." She called to Elaine.
"I will. Go. Have fun, and don't worry." She smiled.
Randy's breath was rugged from their night of passion.
"I love you Mrs. Orton." He said.
"I love you." Lexi smiled as she fell asleep. After two days they both decided to go home. Even though they had a great time, they both missed Ari so much. The rest of their time off was spent at home, relaxing, like always. On their last day home, Randy got a call.
"Lex, the new bus is ready. It will be here tomorrow to get us." He smiled.
"Awesome." She called from the kitchen. After dinner she finished packing their stuff.
The next morning they were loading the bus. Lexi made sure it had everything she would need for cooking and cleaning. She made sure there were tons of clean towels, while Randy sat up the pack n' play. Everyone loaded up and they were off. After the first few days, Ari was settled in nice, and back on her regular schedule. She was loving all the attention she got from everyone back stage.
Lexi smiled to herself as she shut the office door. She watched the screen seeing Beth and Nattie going at it. Beth had won the belt from Nattie a couple of months ago, and had let it go to her head. She was cheating every chance she got. It was a three on three match. Beth was teamed with the Bella's, while Nattie was teamed with Eve and Alisha Fox. Nattie had been triple teamed, while Alisha had taken a well placed elbow, knocking her off the apron, when Beth got the three count. While the three continued their beating, Eve walked away. Alisha tried to help, but got double teamed by the Bellas. Lexi, dashed through the crowd. She was still in her street clothes. She jumped the barrier, and slid into the ring, taking the Bella's both down with a double clothes line. She waited for Beth to turn around and speared her. Then she grabbed the mic.
"That's right Bitches, I'm back!" She yelled, as the crowd went wild.
"I'm coming for my belt!"