Stephanie tried to control her breathing as she followed the petite woman to their hotel room. THEIR hotel room, not hers, not his, their. She couldn't believe she allowed herself to get so wrapped up into conversation that she lost track of time. She glanced over at Paul, and noticed his slight fidgeting. Seeing his nervousness calmed her a bit, for she knew he wasn't some animal who would pounce on her as soon as they got alone.

"Here we are, Mr. and Mrs. Levesque. I hope-"

Stephanie gasped loudly, before politely correcting the woman. "We aren't married, he's taken and I'm just his coworker." The woman nodded respectfully, as she could have sworn they were something. She had noticed them in the lobby for hours, and she couldn't help but think they made a beautiful couple. She opened the door, and Stephanie found herself in awe. It was an all creme room, the walls being a soft champagne color, and the carpet looking as if it was from a new home. The bed wasn't even king sized, it had to be something far above it, for even though she was wealthy, she had never seen something so extravagant. The pillows resembled clouds, and she couldn't help but to wonder what it would feel like to rest her head against them. She studied the huge TV, that almost made her think of a spaceship of some sort. She turned towards the bathroom, and nearly squealed from the marble flooring and angelic-like marble bathtub.

Paul laughed to himself watching her, as he gave the clerk a bit of a pat. "Think she's in heaven looking at all of this?" The clerk laughed, leading him to the closet as she pulled a few his and her's robes out, and also night clothing. "This is for you two, if you need it for the night. I noticed you two had no bags with you, so I hope it can be of service. I'm here overnight, so please call the front desk if you need me. Also, the separate sheets are in the closet for whoever may need them. Have a goodnight, you two."

The clerk nodded softly, before disappearing outside the door. Stephanie shook her head to come down from her day-dreaming, as she noticed Paul running bath water. She automatically died inside, wondering who the water was for.

"Calm yourself, Stephanie. He's not going to make you take one with him. He's taken, you don't like him, so why worry?"

She nodded at her thoughts before clasping her hand over her mouth, watching him remove his shirt. She had no clue why she was blushing, but it could have been from her eyes studying his silhouette. She had to admit, he was a beautiful man. But she had absolutely no feelings for him. He was a kind guy, and that was it. Wasn't it?

Paul peeked outside the door to notice Stephanie watching television. He couldn't help but to study her movements again, and he shook his head softly. There was no way someone like Steph would even look twice at him. Stephanie's head turned after awhile, as she gave him a tiny greeting. "How's the bathroom in there?" Paul laughed a bit, knowing he felt like he was in heaven from bathing in such a beautiful place. He came from the bathroom, and Stephanie found herself bursting into laughter. Paul looked in the mirror, and had to laugh himself at the pajamas he wore that were thirty times too small. He looked like the Incredible Hulk transforming.

"Hardee Har Har.. I guess they don't make clothing for men my size. Damn it. Luckily I have some spare shorts." Stephanie wiped her eyes from her tears, as she tried to muffle her laughter. Paul was happy that something at his expense broke the ice once more, and he found himself smiling a bit. Stephanie rolled the covers out on the ground, as Paul stopped her abruptly. "You're not sleeping on the floor, no way. Take the bed. I'm used to sleeping on the floor." Stephanie shrugged, not wanting to take a bed that big for herself, knowing he was a larger man. "Well, if you insist. I don't mind at all." Paul chuckled, turning off the TV before dimming the lights. "I saw how you eyed that bed, its all yours. I think it'd like someone much more beautiful in it anyhow."

He stopped, cringing that he had let that word slip once again, but when he glanced at Stephanie, he noticed she was so in awe of the plushy bed, that she didn't catch what he said. Thank God. As he laid on the floor, he found himself staring at the ceiling, and on the opposite end of the room, Stephanie did the same thing. Stephanie rolled on her side, and watched him from the bed. Luckily, the lights were off, so he couldn't notice her staring. She wondered why she had never formally met someone like him, and wondered what kind of fate this was. Of course she didn't mean romantically, but Paul was someone she could see as a long-term friend. He was already so protective of her, and took his time with her. She sighed softly, before finding the courage to speak into the dark.

"What do you want out of life?"

Paul was caught off guard, for he had never been asked that question. In the darkness, he smiled a bit, before answering her.

"Happiness."

Stephanie nodded, for that would be a logical answer from anyone. But, she expected him to say World Titles, being on top, yet his answer was short and sweet. "I would like that too, Paul. You can never get enough happiness. Are you happy at the moment with your life?" Paul found himself surprised again, for he didn't expect her to honestly care much. "I'm content. Blessed. Wouldn't say happy, but I'm not complaining." Stephanie made a soft noise, agreeing with him, before nestling herself in her pillow. "I feel the same. I just think something's missing, and daily I find myself growing frustrated from wondering what that is. Or who. I think maybe its a disconnect with God, maybe I need to meet someone to understand what what missing piece is."

Paul found himself sitting up, blown away that he related so much to the younger woman. For someone he only knew in passing, he felt as if he had always known her. "That's wild, Steph, I've always felt that way. I thought maybe my wrestling was slacking, but it has to be something more. Maybe we're too young to see it yet, but I think it'll come to us eventually."

Stephanie smiled, happy that they could connect again in the darkness.