Ladies and gentlemen, please keep the reviews coming! I'm telling you; I'm having such a great time writing this piece. Someone mentioned in one of the reviews that what happened in the last chapter does happen in real life. Sadly, it really does and believe me, I know a thing or two about it. Anyone else who suffered from abuse of any kind, you're not alone. Like I said before, Jalen's life will continue to spiral out of control. Don't worry, though; the good times will come for her. One more thing, I've finally figured out how to get John and Jalen together. It's still gonna be some time before it finally happens.

BTW, anyone in the fan fiction world ever been a victim of bullying in school? I was. And let me tell you, it's painful. I attempted to commit suicide because the name calling, the pushing and shoving and even crude remarks behind my back became too much. Anderson Cooper is hosting a town hall meeting on bullying tonight at 10pm on CNN. Let's stop hurting each other!

Enjoy and happy reading!

Lots of love, hugs and kisses from your resident writer and friend, Nina!

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Local Hospital

Providence, Rhode Island

August 4, 2010

Pacing around the lobby, John was still anxiously waiting to hear about Jalen's condition. All he could think about was finding her in Nexus's locker room once again and seeing her in an unconscious state. He didn't even know he was crying as he took her to the hospital, after he gently carried her out to his car with a blanket wrapped around her. Even though she was fully clothed, he didn't wanna take any chances. He had a sinking feeling that something bad must've happened to her.

Just as he was about to sit down, he saw Wade and the rest of the Nexus arriving. Shocked, Cena managed to slip around the corner without being seen. He peeked his head around the corner and saw the renegade group standing around in the lobby and talking amongst themselves.

"I can't believe that son of a bitch brought her here! I want you to find Cena and bring him to me!" Wade barked.

David shook his head. "What about Jalen? What did you do to her?"

Wade smiled evilly. "I punished her for being disobedient! She knows who's the boss! Now, I'm gonna have to punish her some more for being here! I'm not going to jail!"

"Don't forget; you could face deportation," Heath chimed in.

"No shit, Sherlock! Don't you think I know that?" Wade snapped at his cohort and friend.

"Whoa. Calm down, man. Don't worry about a thing; Jalen won't be talking to anyone," Justin said, his smile cruel and sadistic.

"Oh, yeah? What makes you so sure my girlfriend won't?" Wade challenged.

"Because she's too scared to say anything. We have her right where we want her. Besides, who would believe her, anyway? She's getting the cold shoulder because of us reeking havoc on the WWE. You'll be able to get your hands on her again when she finally gets out of here. Vince won't be able to give her any orders by then," Justin assured his friend.

"You know what? You're right. I have nothing to worry about. Jalen belongs to me. And when she finally gets out of here, I'll let her know of it, too. Now, let's go find some sexy nurses and give them a night they'll never forget," Wade beamed as he and the two other members of Nexus walked away.

From around the corner, John listened to the whole conversation with anger boiling in his veins. He couldn't believe what he was hearing. No wonder Jalen's been distant and acting strange lately. As if the renegade group terrorizing the entire WWE roster and even attacking the divas was bad enough, Jalen was caught right in the middle of it. Furthermore, it was no secret that she and Wade were in a relationship together, but having to hear the cold and cruel way the former bare knuckles fighter was treating her angered John to no end; not to mention he's going to find a sexy nurse to indulge in his fantasies instead of going in there and supporting Jalen in her time of need.

John thought Wade was being disrespectful and inconsiderate. He would have his day to tell the bare knuckles fighter that, too.

Sigh angrily, he looked around the corner and noticed a doctor heading towards Jalen's hospital room. He hoped, after having a chance to talk to her, that he'll learn what's really been going on before it's too late.

Because he was so in love with her that he can't imagine losing her.

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Local Hospital

Jalen Harrington's room

Providence, Rhode Island

August 3, 2010

When Jalen finally woke up, she realized where she was. She felt tears forming in her green eyes because she still remembers everything that happened 24 hours before. Her whole life was changed forever when Wade did the unthinkable to her and didn't have any remorse in his body when he beat and raped her. And then the son of a bitch had the nerve to tell her he loves her after what he's done. Jalen just didn't know how she's gonna be able to deal with him anymore. She'd give anything to stand up to her boyfriend, look him in the eye and blurt out the words 'we're through'!

Then, it was her drug overdose. Taking anti-depressants has been a secret she's been keeping for a very long time. After running away from her abusive father and quickly decided she was never going back home, she ended up staying at a local shelter until she was able to get back on her feet. With the help of her counselor, Jalen was able to get a part time job at a local restaurant, which enabled her to get a small apartment on the other side of town. For once in her life, she was making her own decision and didn't have anyone telling her what to do.

Jalen was able to experience being independent for the firs time in her life, also. She didn't have to worry about anyone telling her what to do, controlling her, belittling her and even putting their hands on her. It felt so good to be able to stand on her own two feet and she was actually looking forward to what the future has in store for her.

But the nightmares of what her father had done to her still lingered in her head. And it didn't help matters when her mother, her beloved mother, up and left the house; never to been seen again. Every single night, Jalen got down on her knees and prayed for her mother to come back and save her, but her prayers were never answered.

And that hurts too much.

Which is why the anxiety attacks, a string of bad relationships and a constant fear of loneliness and desperation finally overpowered her.

She just wanted to end everything.

As she began sitting up in bed, the door opened. Doctor Jennifer Union walked in with a genuine smile on her face.

"Well, I'm glad to see you awake, Jalen. How are you feeling?" she asked, still smiling.

Jalen gave her a grim smile. "I've had better days."

"I'm glad to see you're doing okay. We had to pump the drugs out of your system because you took an entire dose of anti-depressants. What was going through your mind when you took them?" Jennifer asked, looking concerned.

Jalen sighed deeply. "I attempted to take my own life, doc. I just wanted to end it all. I just had enough of everything."

"Well, it's a good thing your co-worker brought you here. He's been waiting outside all night. Would you like to see him?" Jennifer asked.

John brought me here again. Oh, man, how can I ever repay him? A voice in her head asked. Without thinking, she nodded her head, leaving the doctor to step out for a moment. Leaning back against the bed, she buried her face in her hands and cried softly. That's twice now that John had saved her. What was the West Newbury native's intentions? Was he trying to be a good friend? Did something happened in his past triggered something?

Or was it his way of saying he was in love with her?

He can't be in love with me. He just can't. I'm with Wade. I'm supposed to 'love' him. But, after the way he's been treating me, I don't know if I'll ever have the courage to love someone again. Wade Barret took everything away from me; just like my father, she thought as she kept on crying. However, as the door was being opened, Jalen conjured enough strength to wipe her tears away.

"Hey, Jalen. How are you feeling?" John asked softly as he walked it.

She smiled at him. "I'm doing fine. Thank you again for bringing me here."

"It's no problem, honey. The doctor told me what happened. I convinced them they could tell me because I'm your brother. Jalen, why did you try to kill yourself?" he asked, his voice strained.

She lowered her head in shame. "I don't know, John. I just had enough of everything negative in my life. And it's not just at work. My personal life is full of shit, too."

"Oh, J, please don't think like that, okay? And I want you to promise me that you'll never do something like that again. Promise me, Jalen," he told her in a stern, but gentle tone.

"I promise you, John. I just don't know how much more I can take," she admitted softly.

To her surprise, he went over on the right side of the bed, sat down at the edge of it and wrapped his strong arms around her. Jalen laid her head on his shoulder and began sobbing. He kissed her forehead gently and assured her that everything was gonna be okay as long as he's around to protect her. At this point, she realized that maybe all's not lost. At least she still has someone who cares for her. And with the way she's been treated lately; not only with Wade and the rest of Nexus basically using her for their own personal pleasure, but also the entire locker room giving her the red-headed stepchild treatment, at least John still cares.

"I'm sorry I ruined your shirt," she sniffed when they finally pulled apart.

"Don't worry about it. The most important thing here is that you're okay," he assured her with a smile on his handsome face.

"Thank you again, John. I'm serious; with things being hectic lately, at least you still care," she told him.

"Listen, I know it's none of my business and I know you don't wanna talk about right now, but I want you to know something. As I was waiting in the lobby, Wade, David and Justin showed up. They know you're here and I have a sinking feeling they know I brought you here, too. Wade kept going on about he has complete control over you and that you're too scared to say anything. Is there something going between the two of you?" John asked, staring at her.

Jalen's breath was caught in her throat. Fear was boiling in her veins and she couldn't stop shaking. Well, this is just great. He's gonna punish her even more for even being here. Hell, it wasn't her fault he physically and sexually abused her. She just couldn't take it anymore.

"I don't wanna see him, but he's gonna come in here anyway. John, you have to get out of here," she told him, even though she didn't want him to leave. She was about to finally break down her walls and tell John what Wade had been doing, but she gets this. The last thing she wants is for anyone to go to jail.

"Jalen, don't worry. They don't know I stayed here all night," he assured her.

"I know, but knowing Wade, he's gonna find out one way or another. He doesn't take anything lying down. You have to get out of here, please," she pleaded with him.

His heart broke for her. Here he was, trying to show her that he loves her and she's telling him to leave because she was protect him and that clown boyfriend of her. Reluctantly, he got off the bed and headed towards the door. He cracked it open and poked his head through it to look out in the hallway. When he found that it was completely empty, he looked over his shoulder and smiled at Jalen one more time.

"I'll come back here late to check up on you," John whispered to her.

Jalen smiled at him. "Okay. Thanks again for finding me again. I do appreciate it."

He smiled at her one more time before he left, leaving her alone. Once again, she buried her face in her hands and quietly started sobbing. She didn't know how much more she could take living like this. It was like she was slipping and falling into a world of darkness and nobody is able to save her. As much as she wants to get away, pure evil was keeping her at bay. She couldn't fight it even if she tried so very hard.

The door opened once again and this time, she didn't even bother raising head to see who it was. And she wished she didn't have to once she heard that voice.

"Hello, Jalen. Miss me?" a familiar British accent called out to her.

When she finally raised her head, her heart started beating furiously. She was just that scared.

And she knew what was coming next.

Coming up in the next chapter: Jalen returns to work, only to get a nasty surprise. Wade brings the sexy nurse he met at the hospital back to his hotel room for some fun, which prompts Jalen to walk in on them. Will she finally stand up to him or will she succumbs to his uncontrollable submission once again? Stay tuned!

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