Summerslam. The biggest party of the summer had arrived. Seth had never been more pumped for a match. He was angry, he was ready to make Dean pay. Seth was going to show everyone what he was made of.
He hadn't seen Paige since that night, he took her to the hospital in the morning, he hadn't slept, just sat in the chair, keeping an eye on her. He'd called Emma and left whilst she was being examined. He knew Emma would be there by the time the doctor was finished with her. He had spent the next few days gearing up for his match with Dean. He didn't know if Paige would be here let alone fighting. She was up next, supposedly, he heard her music hit and there she was, skipping down to the ring, you couldn't tell that there was a thing wrong with her. She had this crazy grin on her face and a fire in her eyes. The vengeance was clear in her face, Seth couldn't help but have a small smirk on his face, he couldn't quite figure out why, but something told him AJ was going to regret her attack on The Anti-Diva. AJ's music hit next and she came out from the stage, a big grin on her face, caressing the title. She descended to the ring, rising her title high in Paige's face.

The bell rung, and the ring was a blur of dark hair and loud screams. Seth couldn't tell who had the upper hand, he knew he should be preparing for his own match but he couldn't tear his eyes from the screen. Paige's lip had split again and bloody was trickling down her chin, it certainly unintentionally added to her slightly psychotic persona. The match was completely back and forth, AJ would build momentum only for Paige to counter and vice versa. He started stretching, shaking his limbs loose, cracking his neck. His eyes glanced back to the screen every few seconds, Paige seemed to be getting an upper hand, continuously slamming AJ onto the mat. An increasing grin was taking over the raven-haired divas face, Seth couldn't help but let out a little chuckle, she looked so ferocious. Then, the finale hit and Paige executed The Ram-Paige. She took the pin; 1.. 2.. 3..

Paige's face exploded with happiness as the belt was handed to her. She stepped over AJ and lifted it high, she smiled loud and proud. Seth couldn't help the matching grin that spread across his face. He knew he should be getting into the zone for his match, but Paige looked so radiant right now. She had ascended half way up the ramp before AJ stirred; a look of horror upon her face. Paige stared at her and a manic laugh erupted from her lips as she turned her back on AJ and strutted into the back.

Seth turned up the music on his iPod, blasting it loud to block out any and all distractions. His foot tapped rapidly as he breathed deeply in and out; focussing on some spot on the wall in front; his hair dangling in face. His time had come.

He waited in the gorilla position, jumping on the spot in anticipation. This was it, this was going to be his moment. A moment of clarity for the WWE universe, Seth Rollins was going to leave his mark. His music hit, a smirk crept onto his face; he was still a heel after all; boo's welcomed his as he made his way to the ring. This was to be expected, the eyes of all the Lumberjacks were on him, not one of them was a friendly face. They couldn't wait until he was thrown from the ring. Seth stared right back at them; he did not take well to intimidation. He waited, staring intently at the point where Dean would emerge, the only noise in the arena being the buzz of a crowd, it was electric.

Then it hit, Retaliation rang through the speakers, The Lunatic Fringe appeared at the top of the ramp. A crazed look was upon his face, filled with hate and anger - all directed towards Seth.

The match was going pretty evenly, the Lumberjacks showed no favourites. Although Dean did not help himself by launching himself at them whenever necessary, he would not be held back from Seth for a second.

All at once Seth had the upper hand, finally he got a foothold in the match. He kept him in the ring, wanting to prove to everyone, even partially himself that he could do it. He could win clean. Then, the inevitable happened, down came The Big Red Machine, the frustration was clear all over Seths face. Kane climbed into the ring and stopped in his tracks; why was Seth so angry?

Seth stood tall and loud, blocking the way for Kane to get to Dean. Shocked looks were exchanged around the arena, the same question upon everyones lips. Why on earth was Seth protecting Dean? Seth knew that it made no sense, he had betrayed Dean, betrayed his brothers in The Shield, in probably the worst way possible. Yet here he now was, a human barrier, blocking Dean from an increasingly angry Kane. It was a fools move. Seth was defying the very stable that he was apart of, that he left The Shield for.

"Get outta the way." Kane demanded, eyes locked on Seth. Seth defiantly shook his head and turned his back on Kane. Dean was moving to his feet, just as confused as everyone else. Here Seth was, piggy in the middle of two men that were very dangerous, two men who harboured a lot of ill will toward Seth. He had no escape , the Lumberjacks were still surrounding the ring. they weren't going to leave until somebody got the pin. Seth waited, for the fate he knew was imminent. A large hand grabbed at his throat , lifted him high and slammed him back on to the canvas with a sickening thud. He thought he heard Kane leave the ring and leave a stunned Dean move to make the pin.

1.. 2.. 3.. The bell rang out. Seth groggily sat up, his back throbbing and head banging. He slid quietly, wanting to make a quick getaway. He made the mistake of looking back, his eyes connected with Deans; confusion still written all over his face. He didn't know how to respond to Deans silent question - why? Seth wasn't sure he knew the answer himself.

He let the dark consume him. He had alienated everyone. He left the Shield, he defied The Authority. He didn't know where or who to turn to next. For someone labelled The Architect, he could feel his foundations crashing down around him.

He had left the arena right after his match, he was sure his phone was awash with missed calls and messages from Hunter and Stephanie, there might even be a baffled one from Dean; a couple from a concerned Roman. Yet, he had turned his phone off, and thrown it across the room, the thud it had made when it hit the floor was almost satisfying. He was agitated and sitting here wasn't helping. His leg bounced endlessly and he just wanted to scream, punch, kick out at anyone and everyone. He got up abruptly and left the room, slamming the door after him. He passed a bewildered Wade in his wake, so that was who he was rooming with this time around. He mindlessly wondered around the hotel, not bothering to look or care where he was going. Somehow, he ended up on the roof, the bright lights of LA all around him. Finally, Seth felt like he could breathe as he took in the fresh night air. He grabbed the railing tightly, causing his knuckles to go white, then he screamed at the top of his lungs, screaming the anger, frustration and confusion away. He screamed until his throat was sore.

"Feels good right?" The voice caused Seth to whip his head around, there stood the Diva who never left his mind. She emerged from the dark, the moonlight lit her up in the most ethereal way.

"I can see why you do it so much." He replied truthfully, he did feel better for it. She smiled and approached him, gripping the rail next to him. Then she let out an almighty scream into the night. Paige's was triumphant, filled with glory and success. He envied that part, but did not begrudge her it, she deserved it.

"So, are you gonna tell me what went through your head back in the ring? You don't have to, we could just stand here and scream all night." She smiled coyly as she spoke, a smile Seth couldn't help be return, however small his smile was. He ran a hand over his face, he didn't really know how explain.

"I don't know. In all honesty." He looked at here, deeply into those dark eyes that never showed much. "I was tired. Tired of never being able to prove myself. Tired of never being able to finish a match on my own. I know I can win clean. I know I can beat these people. I just never get the chance." He looked down, to the bustling streets, everything seemed so small. Seth felt so small.

"You're an incredible wrestler, Seth." Paige spoke softly, comfortingly. "You always have been and no-one can take that away from you. You exude talent." He lifted and met her gaze, she was completely serious. "One day, you will prove to everyone just how great you are." He smiled, this time it reached his eyes. She responded with a smile so brilliant, it made Seth wondered why she on some drab rooftop with him when she could be dazzling the masses.

"You were insane tonight by the way, congrats on the second title reign." She dipped her head, Seth thought he could see the hint of a blush creeping onto her cheeks.

"Thanks, was a hell of a good birthday present." The penny dropped and Seth felt like such a jerk. It was her birthday.

"Shit, Paige. Now I feel like an asshole." Paige just laughed. This time she didn't hide her face from him.

"It's Summerslam. Everyone has a lot more on their mind than my poxy birthday." There was no malice in her tone, just acceptance. Seth shook his head.

"Nope not having that, c'mon Champion, we're in LA on your birthday. We're celebrating in style." Paige raised a skeptic before accepting Seth's outstretched hand. "Anyone else you want to come along?" He asked it sincerely, knowing full well they wouldn't want to really associate with him. Paige's heart swelled and smiled as she shook her head.

"Seth?" She stopped and he turned back, a big grin still on his face. "I don't wanna be a party pooper on my own birthday, but I'm tired and sore…" She could see the grin disappearing, she hated to be the reason. But it wasn't disappointment, it was understanding on his face. After all, he was one of few that knew what had happened to her.

"Can you believe I forgot?" He exclaimed. "I'm really not being a good friend tonight." He released her hand and ran both through his hair, exhaling loudly. "Alright." He stated. "New plan, pizza party?" It was both a question and a statement, Paige grinned.

"Sounds perfect."