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Chapter 15- Up In The Air

"So, you were engaged, to this Erik guy, and he showed up, and now Randy thinks you lied to him?" Casie asked, sitting across from me on the bed. I sighed and ran my hands through my hair in frustration.

"I guess, I mean, I really don't know what he's thinking. He won't even talk to me. Or give me a chance to say anything!"

"Well, that sounds like Randy," Casie murmured, shaking her head softly. I looked at her, desperate for a solution for this mess. My brain didn't seem to want to comprehend that Randy was just in the other room, and the only thing keeping us apart was piece of metal and a hot temper.

"He told me 'it wasn't going to be okay tonight or tomorrow'. That he needed time," I didn't say what I was really thinking. If I spoke that I thought that it was over between us, then it would make it too real for me to handle at this moment, and I might just have a complete breakdown. And I don't cry, if I can help it, in front of my friends. I had made a promise to myself.

"I know it's going to be tough, but I think the best thing to do, is to do what he asks. Give him some time to cool down. Trying to talk to him now, would only make things worse. I know Randy," Casie, chewing on her lower lip, her brows knitted in thought.

"But, if he would just listen to me, let me tell him that I'm not engaged, especially to Erik, he wouldn't be so angry!" I complained, getting angry just at the thought of Randy's stubborn streak. He could be so hard-headed some times.

"Okay, I'm not saying this because I'm on his side or anything, because I'm your best friend, but, like I said, I know Randy. But anyway, with Randy, or all of us, we live such fast pace lives, that when someone joins it, like you did, and we spend nearly everyday together, a relationship or friendship builds fast. We just assume that we talk about, and learn about everything else about someone; because half the time, we have nothing to do to pass the time but talking. I imagine that Randy felt that you would've told him something like this before now. Do you see what I'm saying?"

I gaped at her. In a way it made sense, but in another, it blew my mind. "Really? That's why he's angry at me? Because he expected me too?"

Casie held up her hands at me, trying to slow my tirade, "Hey, you can't take it hard on him. He's been doing this business for many years. I don't think he would know how to build a relationship any other way."

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I didn't know who I was going to ride with to Jamestown, New York, for our non-televised Raw event, and I had already decided to call a Greyhound bus service. I didn't want to come between John and Randy's friendship and I knew that Randy wouldn't want me in the same car as him. I would miss traveling with Casie though. I hadn't traveled without her since I started my job.

I was flipping through the local phonebook, looking for phone numbers for bus stations, when there was a knock on the door. I sighed and sat asided the heavy book and walked to the door. I was surprised to see Adam standing on the opposite side.

"Hey," I said, not really knowing what else to say. I was confused on why he was here.

"How are you?" he asked, shoving his hands into his pockets. I sighed and leaned against the door frame. I could've lied through my teeth and said "fine", and put on a brave face, but I just didn't have the enegry. And I didn't feel like I had too with Adam.

"Been better. One good thing is that I didn't need to use the air conditioner last night thanks to the cold front coming from the room next door," I grumbled.

Adam cracked a small smile, "He'll come around." Yet, his words held no comfort for me. "Anyway, that is kind of the reason I stopped by. I was wondering if you would like to ride with us to Jamestown today? Since things are still tense with you guys and all…"

That took me by surprise. But I tried not to stand around gaping like a fish out of water too long and look like a fool. "Us?"

He nodded, "Yeah, me and Matt Korklan, you know Evan Bourne, and his girlfriend. She's new to the business, just got signed a week ago, and I figured you two would have something in common, both being new and all."

I smiled at him. The decision was not hard; the choice between hanging out with a friend, in a clean car, with people that I knew, or would know, or a smelly, disgusting Greyhound with strangers that I wouldn't be able to get away from if they had some sort of violent reaction to someone else.

"Yeah, okay, thanks. I have to admit, that your offer sounds a lot better than my original bus ride idea," I mused, internally shivering at the thoughts that still ran through my head of a certain Sandra Bullock movie.

"Hmm, really? A bus? I'm glad I arrived when I did then," Adam laughed.

"Yeah, me too."

When he left, I looked around my room, not really having much to pack. After my luggage had been lost by the airlines, and I bought a few outfits, I didn't have to unpack anything when my suitcases arrived yesterday. My bags sat untouched in the corner from where I brought them in last night. So, I just gathered up the things I had bought, and slipped them in my smallest bag; not letting my hands rest too long on the items Randy had bought me, because it was just too painful to think about him right now. I gathered all my bags and headed down to the lobby to check out of my room. There wasn't a line to check out, and I was finished before the time Adam said he was going to be in the lobby, so I toted my stuff to a nearby sofa, sat down, waiting for him. I didn't pay any attention to the chimes of the elevator, the voices around me, or even to the people around me. So I didn't notice when Casie came up behind me.

"Hey, there you are. You weren't in your room." I jumped a little at the sound of her voice. I turned my head to look up at her. But my eyes were magnetically drawn behind her, to the spot at the front desk where two tall, muscular men stood, speaking with the clerk. John and Randy. My heart jumped to my throat and started beating in my ears. I nodded and forced my attention on Casie.

"Yeah, I've already checked out."

"Oh okay, so you about ready to go?" she asked. I bit my lip, chewing it slightly.

"Um, I had thought about riding with Adam today."

"Oh." I could tell she wasn't happy with that. "Yeah, I can understand why. John asked Randy to ride with us, and I know he said yes."

"I'm sorry," I said, really wishing that the situation was different that I could ride with them. But I remember the last time Randy and I were on the outs with each other and a car ride was involved. It had been awkward for me then, and I was the one upset with Randy, or rather, his actions. I couldn't imagine how it had made him felt, being completely ignored and not being able to escape. And we weren't even together then.

"Hey, are you ready?" John asked, joining Casie's side. Casie nodded, whispered something in John's ear, then walked to over me and bent down to give me a swift hug. I noticed John giving me a slightly frustrated look. I mouthed him an "I'm sorry" before they walked off. I sighed, resting my head in my hands, propping my elbows on my knees.

"So, you're riding with Adam?" My heart nearly stopped beating at the sound of his voice. I lifted my head from my hands slowly, afraid to make any sudden movements. Randy stood over me, looking down with a blank face. Something for which I was glad for. Anything was better than the look of hurt on the extremely gorgeous features of his. I simply nodded; I couldn't bring myself to say anything. "Good. You have a ride."

He continued to look down at me, staring me in the eye with those piercing blue eyes, but as if he realized what he was doing, he ducked his head and turned on his heel, and began to walk away. Seeing his retreating form is when I found my voice.

"Randy!" I watched as he stopped short, his shoulders tensing. I walked over to him, leaving my spot from the couch. I remember what Casie had said last night, but I had to talk to Randy. He had to know the truth. "Randy, we need to talk."

He slowly turned around, his eyes were guarded. "Lora, I asked you for some time."

I sighed and ran my hands through my hair. "I know you did, but Randy this is ridiculous! You have to know that I wasn't with Erik."

"I have to?" Randy repeated. "I don't know anything about your past life before the WWE. You won't talk about it."

"I know, and I'm sorry that you feel like I have been holding back from you, I really am. But you won't even give me a chance to do it now!"

"Today is not the time. Here is not the place. Lora, not right now." Randy began to turn away from me, and I got angry. Angry at him, angry at myself, and angry at Erik. And that pushed me to say something that was probably not going to make the situation any better.

"I gave you the benefit of the doubt, Randy, when you lied to me about that first night. I came to you, and let you explain your reasons. The least you could do is do the same for me," I said, lowering my voice to soft whisper, making sure that he would have to pay attention. And pay attention he did. I saw his jaw clamp shut with anger, and the muscles flex beneath the skin. He spun around, getting in my face.

"This is nothing like that!" Randy spat at me venomously as he glared into my eyes. But I wouldn't back down. I matched his glare, and pushed away all thought of leaping into his arms and ravishing him in the hotel lobby. Like he said, this was not the place. This time when he turned on his heel to leave, I let him. And even though I felt my heart tug painfully as he walked away, I didn't call out for him.

"Is everything okay?" I jumped at the sound of another voice and turned to see Adam standing behind me. I groaned and walked over to grab up my luggage.

"Yeah, just Randy being a stubborn ass is all." Adam chuckled softly.

"He's been known for that sometimes," he commented, "but like I said earlier, he'll come around."

I rolled my eyes, mainly at his words, but partly to disfuse the moisture that was settling there since Randy walked away. I motioned to Adam that I was ready and we headed out the same doors Randy just exited, and made our way to Adam's rental. I took advantage of the silent walk to gather my emotions, get them in check and back under my control, so that I wouldn't look like a complete fool in front of some people that I hardly knew. By the time Adam and I arrived at the SUV, I felt sure that I was going to be okay; for today at least.

Two people were already mingling around the car, shoving bags in the back. One of them I knew. Evan Bourne, or really, Matt Korklan. Matt wasn't that much taller than myself, but considering all the high-flying moves that he bases his WWE character off of, it's not such a bad thing. He had that cute, boy-next-door look with his short spikey dark brown hair, his brown eyes and that bright smile; any mother would want their daughter to bring him home. And I assumed that the girl next to him was his girlfriend that Adam told me about, the newly signed Diva to Raw. She was about my height, and also had red hair, but hers was a brighter shade and was streaked with blonde highlights and was cropped beneath a little below her jaw. Her body was lean and tone. A natural tone, not the kind you would think hours of a gym would create. Her skin was fair, but not pale; it was light, with just the light touch of the sun. She turned around to face us and I noticed that she had bright blue eyes that stood out against here skin and contrasted against Matt's brown ones. And also like Matt, she had a kind face. I could see why they were together without them even saying a word.

"Hey guys," Adam said, as we approached the SUV. He lifted his luggage into the back and asked me for mine. Together, we loaded our luggage into the back, and shut the trunk.

"Hey," Matt said. "You're Lora, right? I've seen you around a few times."

I nodded and smiled at him. This was weird. This whole situation. Not being with Casie, John and Randy, and being with a whole new group of people was strange; but that's life, I suppose. Matt nodded towards the girl behind and took her hand, pulling her towards him.

"This is my girlfriend, Edoin."

Edoin smiled at me, which I returned, and we piled in the car. Edoin and I were in the back and Adam and Matt were in the front, and soon we were on the road to Jamestown. But it wasn't too long that the boys were fiddling over a map, and snipping at each other, and Edoin and I were laughing at them in the back seat. We were getting lost, and even though it wasn't a funny situation, Edoin and I found it rather amusing.

"Matt, I don't want to miss my first match. That wouldn't look good," Edoin said between gasps laughter. When we sobered up, and the boys figured out the correct way to get to Jamestown, and a thought popped in my head.

"Edoin, can I ask you a question?" She nodded. "Where are you from? If you don't mind me asking, I mean. It's just, that I hear that you have soft accent to your voice."

"Oh, well, I was born and raised in Wexford, Ireland until I was thirteen, then my mom and I moved to Missouri."

"Really? I just moved to Missouri myself, though I've not spent much time in my new house. I haven't seen much of it, I started this job, and I haven't been home since, thought it's only been a month."

"That's the only other placed I've lived other than Ireland," Edoin said. "It's a really lovely place."

"Is that where you met Matt?"

She nodded. "We started off going to school together, though he was three years older than me, we had the same circle of friends. Of course, we both had wrestling in common. He was the first friend I had at the school. Wasn't my first boyfriend though, but we all made mistakes, right?"

"That was a big mistake Edie," Matt, joked, and Edoin slapped his shoulder.

"Anyways," she said, casting a side look at Matt, "we didn't really get together until after he graduated college and started his wrestling career. And that's led us to where we are today. I just got out of OVW, you know, Ohio Valley Wrestling, and I have my first match against Alicia Fox on Thursday."

"Have you decided what your entrance music is going to be?" I asked, going into my job mode.

"Oh yeah, 'Break' by Three Days Grace," Edoin said. I smiled. I loved that song. I was going to like it when she came out.

The ride was not as bad as I originally predicted it to be. True, I did miss not traveling with my trio, but Adam, Matt and Edoin were fun, amusing, and entertaining. I thought I would have been miserable, but it was the total opposite. I knew I had options now on travel. However, not for one minute did I forget about John or Casie, and definitely not Randy. How could I forget about Randy, when I wasn't myself without him?

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I was sitting in my titantron room loading everyone's music for the Jamestown show. I hadn't seen or heard from Randy since Tuesday, and it was Thursday. We don't normally have houseshows on Thursdays, but we were leaving for Canada tomorrow morning. But I just knew that he didn't want to talk to me, see me. And the very thought made me want to breakdown. But the sound of the door creaking open from behind, forcing me to get a gripe on myself.

"Hey," Casie said, pulling a chair up next to me. I smiled sideways at her from my work, dening the rush of disappointment that coursed through me that Casie wasn't Randy. Not that I wasn't happy to see Casie. I just hoped that Randy had changed his mind.

"Hi, are you enjoying your night off?" I asked. Casie rolled her eyes, causing me to laugh.

"Not really. I'm still not feeling good, which I guess I'm thankful to not have a match tonight. But I am intrigued by the new Diva premiering tonight."

"Edoin? Yeah, she's nice. I really like her," I said, as I loaded her music. "Wait, did you say you're still not feeling well? Did you not go to the doctor on Wedensday?"

She nodded. "I did, but they had to do bloodwork, and that takes a few days. I just wish they would give me a shot so I could get better. I hate feeling this way."

"Maybe you should go to your hometown doctor, stop hopping around like this," I suggested.

"I'll be okay. It's probably just the flu or something. We have bigger problems to deal with than me being sickly. Like getting you and Randy back together," Casie smirked at me.

"First of all, you being sick does not rank below my relationship, and second of all, I don't think that there is a relationship with Randy and I," I sighed. "Because if what you said was true about Randy, and his fast life, then this fight must be, even though only four days, equal out be weeks in Randy-years."

"Lora, you can't think like that. I know for a fact that Randy is absolutely miserable. He's just too proud to admit it. And too stubborn to bend first. Which makes him an ass, but still. He cares for you; everyone knows that. Just wait it out."

"What other choice do I have?" I groaned.

A/N

Okay! Sorry for such a long wait! I had some traveling to do, and a college graduation to attend, not mine, but a bffs! Anyways, I hoped you enjoyed the chapter, I know you didn't but it's going to get better! I promise! Please review and don't leave! Lol

Okay, here's a little bit of pronunciation help for some names..

Edoin – Aiden (AY-duhn)

Edie – Addie (ADD-dee)

Casie – K C (KAY-see) this is for my bff who's name was misspronounced at her graduation.. wow.. lol

Anyways.. thanks for reading and REVIEW! Love you guys!