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Chapter 14: Watchful Eyes

Savannah

I was happy to know our feelings were mutual; but at the same time, it didn't explain what would happen in the future. I was skeptical with just about everything now. Seth was the one I had fallen for first and I didn't want to mess this up by being hesitant. I had been given a second chance at this. In fact, I wanted things to be perfect between us. Well as perfect as they could be between two people that weren't actually together. I hoped at some point we would be together, maybe tonight would be the best opportunity for me to express that to him.

Seth quickly changed into jeans and a form fitting t-shirt. I knew what was under that shirt and it didn't ease the burning in my fingers at the desire to run them down his chest and stomach. His body was probably one of the most desirable physical features on him. The fact that we had so much in common was the other counterpart to my desire for him.

"So where are we going?" He asked coming back into the main room.

"We are meeting Bayley at the performance center at 8:30." I answered throwing an empty beer bottle in the trashcan.

He looked down at the clock on his phone, noticing that it was already 7:45. We had spent so much time just talking about the things we missed while our separation was in play. I never knew how much I missed out on until he reflected on the things he did without me. He felt that Roman was growing too possessive and would never allow our friendship to continue, so he ultimately cut the ties. He never knew that in a matter of months it wouldn't have mattered at all.

I had told him that I felt that things were falling apart before the cheating happened; but was too blind to actually see it first hand. He assured me that everything would be alright and that he was there for me no matter what happened in the end. I appreciated that more than he would ever know. "Are you ready?" He asked closing the distance between us.

"Yeah, I'm good to go." I answered with a smile as he kissed my cheek.

Taking my hand, he led me out of the room and into the hallway. He quickly locked the door behind us then laced his fingers through mine. The child inside me was giggling and the woman inside was enjoying the fact that he had chosen me out of a dozen others that held interest in him. I'm sure Stephanie wasn't thrilled about our friendship in the least.

It didn't take us long to get down to his car. Stepping out around me, he moved to open the door for me. Such a gentlemanly thing to do and all I could do was blush. "Thank you." I said getting inside.

"Is that voice of yours all warmed up?" He asked teasingly.

"It should be. I sang in the car earlier today."

"Just checking. You know that you're going to win this, right?"

He started the ignition and pulled out of the parking lot. I was actually kind of surprised to know that he had that much faith in my abilities. It wasn't just flattery. He genuinely thought I was going to win this competition. It would be nice if I did, so I could donate that money to the pediatric cancer charity.

His hand rested on the top of my left leg as he drove down the freeway. Minutes passed by and all I could think about was him. His kisses made me melt and his touches heated me in every which way. I tried not to compare the emotions I'm feeling to the ones I once felt with Roman; but I couldn't help it, because they were so different. They were more intense, which was all so new to me. "Maybe I will, maybe I won't. I'm not going to be vein enough to expect a win." I said placing my hand on top of his.

"Fair enough."

He turned the wheel to pull the car into the parking lot of the performance center. Bayley was leaning against her own car. A smile curved her lips upward. It was weird to see someone so excited about something like this. Most of the stars hated things like this, because they felt it was embarrassing. Not her though, she embraced it all. I liked her...a lot.

Seth rolled down the window as she approached the car. She leaned down, slightly sticking her head inside. I think she noticed Seth's hand on my thigh and she gave me an approving glance. "How about you guys just ride with me. I don't drink, so if you guys do you won't have to worry about anything." She suggested.

"Sounds good to me." Seth agreed.

I wanted to laugh at his enthusiasm. It was actually really adorable. Once inside Bayley's car, she started out towards our destination. I sat up front with her, while Seth sat in the back much to his disappointment. Occasionally, I could feel his fingers run down the back of my arm through the opening between my seat and my seat belt. Every time it would cause my breath to get caught in my throat. "So who is all participating in this?" Seth asked.

"Enzo, Carmella, Dana, Finn, Savannah and myself. I think there are other people to; but not from the WWE company."

The rest of the trip was spent in silence. I honestly didn't know what to talk about. The place was packed when Bayley pulled in. The butterflies started to flutter in my stomach, which was unusual for me. I was always so comfortable around people including when I sang in front of them. I hoped this wasn't a sign of something bad coming my way. "You got this." Seth encouraged taking my hand.

The words evaporated right out of my mouth, because believe me there were things I wanted to say. I couldn't even move to tighten my grip on his hand. Walking inside the building, the amount of people present was astonishing. The man at the gate checked us in and a young woman led us to our seats. For some reason, I felt like there was someone watching me. It was creating paranoia within me. I frantically looked around to see if I could see anyone looking at me, which I didn't. Knowing that, it didn't ease the feeling.

"Welcome to the charity karaoke event, where the winner takes one thousand dollars to their favorite charity." A pretty young woman announced. She wore a tiny red dress and black knee-high boots with a two inch heel. Her long blonde hair was crimped in large waves and framed her tiny face.

The feeling still wouldn't go away and it was driving me crazy. Seth was listening to the woman speak and I couldn't even focus long enough to hear two words. They wasted little time getting started with the competition. Once music started to play, I started to calm down. "Are you alright?" He whispered in my ear.

"I'm fine, just a little nervous."

He leaned in to kiss my cheek and lace his fingers with mine. Bayley, who was sitting behind me, leaned forward to whisper in my other ear. "Can you two be anymore adorable? Why aren't you guys a things yet?" The heat in my face returned, much to her enjoyment.

Seth

I still couldn't believe that Savannah was sitting next to me, allowing me to kiss her cheek and hold her hand. She had been so bold earlier today in kissing me outright. Her feelings for me were insanely returned. It caused me to wonder what song she would do for this competition. Would it be something random or something that held meaning? Either way, she was going to win and prove that there was more to her than just another pretty face.

Enzo and Carmella had gone through their performances, which weren't as bad as I thought they would be. Turning my head to see where the bar was located, Roman was seated with a beer in hand. It was too much of a coincidence for the company to be in town for this. "I'll be right back." I told Savannah getting up just as Finn got onto the stage.

I walked normally as if nothing was wrong. Once I got to the bar, I ordered two bottles of Corona. Shifting my eyes to see Roman more clearly, I noticed that he was alone. Paige was nowhere to be seen, which led me to believe that what she told Savannah had been the truth. The poor bartender was alone and in desperate need of help. She was getting swamped with the large amount of orders coming her way.

Taking it upon myself to make myself known to Roman, I walked towards him. He looked away from Finn to look right at me. His expression was unreadable. "What the hell are you doing here?" I asked giving a little edge to my voice. Not particularly threatening; but harsh enough.

"I came to see the charity event. I do live in Florida or did you forget that."

"Yeah like six hours away from here. What's the real reason you came?"

His eyes narrowed, obviously annoyed by my questions. I didn't really care, because there was a woman sitting a few yards away that wouldn't feel comfortable knowing he was there. Ignoring Finn's voice, I concentrated on the man that had broken Savannah's heart not once but twice. "I heard she was going to be a part of this, so I wanted to see it for myself." He answered.

"Why do you care? You cheated on her and broke her heart into a million pieces."

"I'm aware of that. Doesn't mean that I don't still love her."

Hearing that only made me want to vomit where I stood. How could he say that after everything he did to her? The bartender handed me the two bottles of Corona that had ordered minutes prior. The coldness bit at my fingers. I could see Savannah looking around, wondering where I had gone. It felt good that it was me that she was looking for. "If you care at all, you will let her live her life the way she wants to." I said taking steps to walk back to the woman waiting for me.

"She won't be happy with you for long." He retorted.

"We shall see won't we..."

Walking back to my seat, I handed her the bottle of beer. She smiled taking it from my hand, brushing her knuckles against my hand. There was another performance done by someone we had no idea who they were. The judges were busy conversing with one another, because we were now down to the last participant...Savannah. I don't know when I had missed Bayley; but I guess she's the favorite to win right now. Or least that's what I've heard from others in the seats next to us.

"Ladies and gentlemen...judges...we are down the our final participant. She hails from Silver Spring, Maryland and is a WWE Woman's Wrestler. Savannah Kelly."

She stood up, letting go of my hand in the process. A mind blowing smile cascaded out towards us all. This was where she excelled and I just knew that everyone was going to love her voice just like I did. Turning my head slightly, I could see Roman stand up from his seat at the bar. The anger was threatening to come to the surface all at once; but I knew that I couldn't do anything in public. Not only that, I didn't want to put Savannah in an unfair position. I bit my tongue.

Silence took over the entire place in anticipation for the music to start playing. When it did, my heart jumped. I knew the song all too well. It was one of her favorites and as far as I knew, she never attempted to sing it before. I could only imagine what it meant for her now. People began to talk about her look, admiring the way she presented herself...until her mouth opened.

"If you only knew

I'm hanging by a thread

The web I spin for you

If you only knew

I'd sacrifice my beating heart

Before I'd lose you

I still onto the letters

You returned

I swear I lived and learned

It's 4:03 and I can't sleep

Without you next to me

I toss and turn like the sea

If I drown tonight

Bring me back to life

Breathe your breath in me

The only thing I still believe in is you

If you only knew"

The voice echoed throughout the entire building, filling it up with all the emotions she was feeling. People around me were beginning to stand up, including myself. A smile appeared on her lips as her eyes connected with mine. In that moment, I knew the song was for me. The last word erupted and the music faded, resulting is a large array of claps and cheers.

Lowering the microphone in her hand, she waved to everyone in the crowd before stepping down to return to her seat. I gathered her in my arms, holding onto her tightly and kissed her forehead lovingly. Screw what Roman thought, she was happy and would continue to be for as long as I was able to. I refrained from asking her about the song until we were alone; but the curiosity was killing me.

"Judges have come to a decision. The winner is...Savannah Kelly!"

With a smile, she stood up once again to accept the award. After discussion, she was donating the money to one of the Pediatric Cancer charities. It didn't come as a surprise to me considering her younger brother lost his life due to cancer at the age of eleven. Her one and only tattoo on the inside of her left wrist was in memory of him.

"I told you so, princess." I said when she approached me.

"Shut up." She replied playfully punching my arm.

"You have an amazing voice." Bayley commented.

"Thank you..."

To ruin the moment, Roman approached our tiny group. It was like what I had said earlier went in one ear and out the other, not grasping any of it. Savannah pushed at my chest, keeping me behind her. She had to of known that I was pissed at this point. "What are you doing here, Roman?" She asked keeping her hand on my chest.

"I think you know why I was here. I only came to congratulate you." He answered.

"Thank you." She said sliding her hand off my chest to take hold of my hand.

The tension was so thick that it was almost suffocating. He smiled at her before walking away. She let out the breath of air that she had been holding in. I pulling her closer, feeling her tremble against me. The odds of him knowing about this tiny event was low. Someone had to of told him about it. I didn't like the thoughts that were swimming inside my head. "Are you okay?" Bayley asked softly wondering what was going on.

"I'm fine; but I'd like to go." Savannah answered holding onto me tighter. Was she afraid that I was going to leave?

"Okay."

Bayley drove us back to the Performance Center, where my car rested. Savannah spoke not a word to anyone the entire trip back or on the trip back to the hotel. Seeing Roman again must have stirred some unwanted emotions. I was going to have to be patient with her, not everything was going to be easy from here on out...no matter how much we wanted them to be.

Stepping inside the room, she shrugged off her thin overcoat and took off her shoes. Her body rested on the chair as she ran a hand through her hair. "Are you alright?" I asked breaking the silence. She leaned forward, staring at the floor.

"I felt like someone was watching me in there for the longest time and now I know it was him. Am I ever going to be able to move on, Seth?" She asked.

"Of course you will. You already have..."

I instantly moved to sit down next to her. She leaned into me, resting her head against my chest. Her legs curled up against her chest as her arms wrapped around my torso. For what seemed like over an hour, was only a few minutes of silence before she spoke again. "This night was supposed to be something special. I wanted that song to tell you something; but instead it got ruined..."

"Shhh...no it didn't."

"I never had the nerve to tell you before and now...I have this second chance. I don't want to mess it up."

She was pouring her heart out to me. Sitting her up, I pushed her off my chest so I could see her directly. Multiple times, she tried to cower away; but each time I forced to look at me. "You won't mess it up. I never told you either. Let's just take things slow and see where it takes us...if that's what you want."

"I do want that..."

I leaned up to kiss her forehead then dipped down to take her mouth for a single chaste taste of her lips. She snuggled back down into the chair as I walked to the bathroom to change. When I came out, she was curled on the right side of the bed fast asleep. I walked around to the other side of the bed to get in. Slowly moving so as to not wake her, she rolled over to rest her head on my bare shoulder. "Goodnight princess..." I whispered turning the light off.