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Chapter 5: First Impressions
On April 1st 2002, two weeks since Wrestlemania 18 and personally I was still buzzing about it.
The company had some rookie wrestlers from the development territory Ohio Valley Wrestling (also known as OVW) who were looking to debut soon, come to the shows to check out how the big boys played.
I heard about a few of them from J.R was also head of talent relations at the time and he had nothing but great things to say so I thought I would defiantly keep an eye out for them.
This was the night that both Ric Flair and Vince McMahon were trying to sign Steve to their respective brands (Flair for Raw and McMahon for Smackdown) as he was the hottest free agent in the company. I was silently praying for Raw as I was there and wanted to be with my brother.
We were in the Union Centre in Albany, New York for Raw and Steve and I were hanging out in his dressing room as Debra was on her way, about 1 and half hours before show time…
"So did mom and dad call you yesterday?" Steve asked me as he buckled up one of knee braces, he dressed in his usual cut off blue jeans and a 'What?' t-shirt, it was my 22nd birthday the day before and I celebrated it some of my friends and Steve of course.
"Yeah so did the Jeff and Kev but I got no call from Scott though" I replied a little puzzled and upset at the fact my oldest brother didn't call to wish me a happy birthday,
I pulled my shoulder length honey blonde hair with a few hot pink highlights up and tied it into a ponytail, wrapping the scrunchie round a few times until it was secure, I left two bits of hair loose on my face, one on each side but tucked them behind my ears. I was dressed for the show early in a pair of baggy jeans, a black 'Stone Cold' Baseball jersey which had 'AUSTIN 3:16' stitched on the back in white lettering, I had left it open to reveal a black tank top underneath and a pair of tanned Timberland boots.
"I'm sure he was just busy Kiddo, don't worry" he smiled up at me and I nodded agreeing before placing my hands on my hips.
"I guess so, any way Mr. Hottest free Agent in the WWE" I laughed "You know what your gonna do tonight?" I asked as he stood up to stretch his arms and shoulders.
"Yep, they got me staying on Raw, Stunner to Flair and Stunner to McMahon" he said smiling while clicking his fingers indicating the stunners, I returned his smile happy my bro was staying on the same show as me. He could tell I was happy too.
"I wouldn't expect anything less" I joked shaking my head slightly
"What you up to tonight?" he asked me heading over to his bag.
"Oh I got a tag match with Trish, infact I better go and find her so we can go over it" I said as turned around and headed to the door, I pushed the handle down ready to leave,
"You want anything bringing back?" I asked Steve as I turned back round to face him.
"Sure, can you bring me back a Red Bull?" he asked sitting back down on one the benches, I rolled my eyes, I'm sure he's addicted to the stuff.
"Err what's the magic word Steve? Didn't mom and dad teach you any manners?" I joked, in return he gave me a trade mark middle finger and I continued laughing before pulling the door open and heading out in to the hall and then walking down the hall toward the Women's locker room to find the lovely Miss Stratus, as I got near the end of hall up ahead I saw 3 guys that I didn't recognise standing around talking, they looked a little like fish out of water. They were looking around at everything that was going on then pointing out things to each other, I smiled to myself realising they might be 3 of the rookies J.R told me about but I wasn't certain.
I continued walking heading straight for them as I got closer I saw one of them look up and notice me before whispering something to the other 2 and they looked my way too. The first one was a really well built guy the biggest out of all 3, he looked like he had a bit of Filipino in him, he had to be over 6 foot tall, he also had a tattoos on each of his biceps, he had really short hair almost bald infact. The second guy (the one that had seen me first) was smaller than the first one but still well built from what I could see, he also had to be over 6 foot tall, he also looked a lot younger too, he had short black hair and blue eyes with a tattoo one each of his arms also but these were like patterns or something and the last one was a little bigger built than the second one with short brown hair also but it was a shorter than the second guy's hair, this one also had blue eyes from what I could see, he was a little shorter than the other 2 but he also had to be about 6 foot. They were all good looking guys, hey I'm a woman and I do have needs.
I was wondering what their little conversation was about especially when they saw yours truly….
With the boys….
"I cant believe we're here man, it's so exciting" Randy smiled leaning against the wall as the other two laughed at his excitement.
"Yeah, this is the big time guys, Monday Night Raw, I used to watch this show all the time dreaming of one day being here, great birthday present for you huh Randy?" John replied looking around at all the madness that was Raw before looking back at Randy who nodded in return.
"Shame we are all starting on Smackdown then ain't it" Dave chuckled slapping a hand on John's shoulder as he smiled back.
"Hey guys look" Randy said suddenly breaking their conversation, he pointed in the direction of a women walking down the hallway towards them, the other two followed his gaze to see what Randy had been pointing at.
"Oh my God! That's Emma Austin" John gushed at the sight of blonde heading right towards them
"Can you believe she's Stone Cold Steve Austin's sister man?" Dave asked, mesmerised still staring at the Texan beauty.
"Wow, she's even more gorgeous in real life" Randy replied breathless as she passed right by them, all 3 turned their heads, their eyes following her walk right by them.
I had just walked past them laughing silently to myself at the star struck expressions on their faces, I obviously had a bit of a reputation after being in the business a few years. I continued walking when I suddenly heard a voice behind me coming from one of the guys.
"Excuse me" I heard the deep voice say and I stopped in my tracks and cautiously turned around to face them.
"Yes" I smiled sweetly, I managed to get a better look at them now they were standing side by side in a row, the biggest one was on the left then the youngest one was in the middle with the other one on the right.
"We….I…er…oh god" the second one stuttered stepping forward slightly, which I thought was cute, he rubbed the back of his neck nervously looking down at the floor before taking a deep breathe and becoming calmer, he raised his head and my eyes connected with his gorgeous blue ones, why was he so nervous? It's just me, little ol' Emma. Some guys get intimidated by the fact I'm the sister of the Texas Rattlesnake.
"Hi" he simply said grinning from ear to ear showing his adorable dimples.
"Hi" I replied smiling too.
"I'm John, John Cena" he said stepping closer to me and holding out his hand which I accepted and shook politely, his touch was so gentle for a guy his size. His smile never leaving his face or mine the whole time.
"Hi John, I'm Emma, Emma Austin, nice to meet you" I replied before letting go of his hand, mine returning to my side and his returned to his.
"You too, you know I'm a big fan of yours and your brother's" he stated and I raised my eyebrow honoured at his compliment.
"Oh really? Well thanks I do try and I'm sure Steveo does too" I laughed, he cocked his head to side looking a little bemused
"Steveo?" he questioned and I blushed slightly realising I called my brother by the nickname that I have for him.
"Oh yeah that's my nickname for him" I giggled and he nodded understanding then laughed slightly at the fact that someone as tough as Steve had a little nickname.
"Cool" he replied still smiling that knee weakening smile of his.
"So, who are your friends, are they just gonna stand there or do they have names too?" I joked nodding my head towards the two guys behind him glancing quickly at them before my attention came back to John, I was really starting to like him already, he was friendly and not to mention cute.
He laughed before turning round glancing at the two guys before looking back at me.
"Yeah they do" he said before leaning in closer to my ear, I could feel his breathe on my skin "But between me and you they were both to scared to talk to you and left it down to me" he whispered and I giggled, he pulled away and turned back around to face them.
"Guys come here" he said gesturing with his hand, the other two guys took a couple of steps forward slowly, Jesus I'm not gonna bite! They came level with John and I smiled softly at them.
"Hey there pretty lady, I'm Dave Bautista" the big guy smiled, like John did earlier, he held out his huge hand for me to accept, I put my small hand in his and shook his hand gently not breaking eye contact with him. I recognised his deep voice from when he called after me.
"Hi, nice to meet you Dave, I'm Emma" I smiled before releasing my grip on his hand
"Pleasure's all mine" he winked at me and I smiled before turning to the last guy
"And I'm Randy Orton" he said taking hold of my hand, bringing it up to his lips and placed a soft kiss on the back, I felt goosebumps travel all over my body as his lips touched my skin, I sighed while he let go of my hand and smiled a cocky smile at me which I returned with a soft one.
"Pleasure to me you Randy" I replied a little taken back by his action yet trying to keep my cool.
"Orton huh? You must Cowboy Bob's son right?" I asked as he nodded proudly, I had heard about him than the others since his father and grandfather were legends in this business. Guess Randy and I have something in common as we both have family that have left a legacy in this business and we are proceeding that.
"So what are you guys doing here on Raw?" I asked changing the subject slightly.
"Well we're new around here actually, we've been brought up from OVW and we're all debuting on TV soon, to be more specific SmackDown" Dave explained to me and I nodded, so I guess my suspicions were correct, they were the rookies that Jim told me about.
"Ohh I see, checking out the big time huh? Aww that's a shame you are all going to Smackdown since I'm a Raw Diva. I was looking forward to getting to know you guys since we are kinda working together now but even so that's great news about you all debuting soon, you never know you could be here on the flagship one day. So do you know when exactly?" I asked looking between all 3 of them.
"Actually I should be on TV by the end of this month" Randy said smiling proudly.
"I think I'm pencilled in for May time" Dave told me
"June if all goes well. Don't worry Emma I'm sure we can keep in touch" John said happily, I was really starting to like them all and did really hope we can keep in contact and become friends.
"Wow, April, May and June one for each month" I laughed "I'm sure you'll all do great, I'll keep an eye out for your debuts and I would love to keep in touch" I smiled watching them all smile too. Then a little light bulb went off in my head, totally out of blue and not something I usually do but then I asked
"Er what are you guys doing after the show?" I asked curious hoping they weren't doing anything too important.
"We're going out for young Randall's birthday here, just a few drinks to celebrate" Dave told slapping a hand on Randy's shoulder
"Oh it's your birthday? That's funny it was mine yesterday" I laughed "Happy birthday Randy" I smiled before leaning towards him and kissing his cheek gently.
"Why thank you Miss Austin and Happy Belated Birthday to you" he said grinning widely as I pulled back from him, Dave and John also wished me a late Happy Birthday too.
"Thanks guys" I replied "And please don't call me Miss Austin, I hate it, Emma's fine" I added in disgust shaking my head jokingly, when people call me that it makes me feel like I'm a corporate member or something and I'm far from that, until later of course!
"I would be honoured if you joined us, nothing like spending your birthday in the Big Apple with a beautiful lady" Randy complimented, it's always nice when guys call you pretty or beautiful but I'm not the kinda girl to just fall at a guy's feet just because he called me beautiful.
"Oh my God that was so cheesy. That stuff wont work on me Randy but thanks for the compliment and I'd love to join you" I laughed holding a hand to my chest at his attempt to flirt with me, I found it cute but he was quite charming.
I mean I know I'm ok looking but I never thought I was stunning or anything not compared to some of the Divas, I guess with all the attention I was getting from these guys that I must be better than average.
Sometimes I would put my self down a lot growing up thinking I was average when a lot of people told me I was beautiful, growing up with 4 brothers was enough to make you feel apart of the guys and not think about girly things therefore my attitude to my looks was pretty bad.
"Smooth man" Dave chuckled leaning over and playfully slapping Randy on the back at his failed attempt to hit on me, he looked on down to the floor before muttering a 'sorry' under his breathe, these boys are gonna have to accept they ain't dealing with any old Diva here.
"It's fine" I returned softly, he lifted his head back up so his eyes caught mine again, he saw the soft expression on my face and soon relaxed letting out a small sigh, he looked like a vulnerable little school boy that had just been told off by the principal.
"Stone Cold won't mind?" Dave asked returning his attention back to me removing his hand from Randy and I shook my head to say no.
"Nah of course not, I'm a big girl. He maybe my brother but he is no way my babysitter. I'll tell him I have good company besides it's not like he has a say in the matter" I waved my hand to say 'he'll be fine'. "I can celebrate my birthday again with you guys" Guess my birthday celebration can last over 2 days instead of one.
"Plus I bet I can drink all you guys under the table after all I am the sister of the biggest beer drinker in the company" I stated proudly placing my hands on my hips.
"Is that a challenge?" Dave smirked rubbing his chin
"Damn right, I'll kick all of your asses, although I do have one condition: the drink has to be beer I can't stand those sissy girls drinks the rest of the Divas drink" I replied sticking my tongue out in disgust while the guys laughed, I'm a born and bread Texan, beer is the only drink I know.
"You're on" John replied accepting my condition, sticking his hand out again and shaking mine in a more playful matter.
"Great" I replied simply letting go of his nice warm hand. Just as I was about to open my mouth again to continue…
"Em" I heard a female voice yell from behind me, I turned around to see Trish heading my way smiling brightly.
"Hey Emma" she said happily before placing an arm round my shoulders
"Hi Trish" I replied placing my arm round her waist sort of giving her a side hug
"Where have you been I've been looking for you all over but I figured you were with Steve so I was just heading to his locker room. Guess I don't need to got here now cause here you are" she babbled while I laughed slightly at her
"Sorry hon I was actually on my to see you but got a little sidetracked" I smiled nodding my head towards the guys, she looked at me funny before turning her head slightly to see the 3 guys standing there, she released her grip from around my shoulder and I released mine from her waist.
"Oh I see" she winked "Hi guys" she said giving them a little wave, they answered with a round of 'Heys' and waves.
"Are you coming since we do have a match to get ready for" she stated crossing her arms over her chest and lightly tapping her foot impatiently.
"Yeah I'm coming" I sighed and playfully rolled my eyes "Sorry guys, duty calls, I got a tag match to get ready for. Drop by Steve's locker room after the show it's just along this hall and we can meet up to go out" I smiled as Trish grabbed hold of my hand to attempt to drag me away
"Catch you later" I called out as I was being dragged against my own will down the hall to the women's locker room
"Bye" I heard them all reply.
Back with the boys once Emma had gone…..
"Can you believe this? Our first night here and we're going out with Emma Austin and she gave me a kiss, this has got to be the best birthday ever" Randy laughed watching the two women disappearing round a corner
"You better believe it man and it was only on the cheek don't get to carried away besides she so didn't fall for your little compliments" Dave chuckled before placing his hand on Randy's shoulder and turning him to head down the same hall the girls went
"Whatever man, it was more than what you two got and it was worth a try" he stated proudly before shrugging his shoulders at his last comment
"You coming John? Don't wanna miss the show especially Emma's match" Dave asked watching John staring down the hallway
"Yeah I'm coming Dave" he replied in a daze " You know I think I'm gonna love working here" he smiled before they all headed down the hall.
"Wonder why that is Cena?"
From that day on we all became the best of friends even though at first we were on separate shows.
I got to know all about them things like that John was born April 23, 1977 in West Newbury, Massachusetts, he is the second eldest of five brothers: Dan, Matt, Steve and Sean that his dad is also called John making him John Cena Jr, his full name is John Felix Anthony Cena. Also that he was engaged to his high school sweetheart only to brake it off to become a wrestler.
Randy is from St. Louis, Missouri, was born on April 1, 1980. Is 3rd generation wrestler having Cowboy Bob as his dad and Bob Orton Snr is his grandfather, has a sister called Becky and a brother called Nathan who are both younger than him, his full name is Randall Keith Orton.
Dave is from Washington D.C and was born on January 18, 1969, his dad was is Filipino and is mom is Greek. He was named after his father: David Michael Bautista Jr. that he had two daughters from his first marriage which unfortunately was over a long time ago although he re-married a lady called Angie in 1998.
At first the dirt sheets had a field day every time they spotted me with one of the guys on my own but never said a word if we were rarely all together as a group, the first time I was out with John ( I think we were having dinner or something) they speculated if we were dating. We were both asked about it in interviews but would laugh it off and set the record straight that we were friends and we were friends with Dave and Randy too and that it's ok for guys and girls to be friends especially in our business when they become your family.
I talked to them all everyday almost especially John, him and I had something special, we just clicked and bonded, he's my best friend in the whole world.