I know it's been awhile but when Punk isn't on TV the inspiration goes away. I'm happy to see in him in WWE now, I even got to go to see his first match back at MSG. I guess now he's there so WWE gets the main disclaimer and then I don't own anyone from AEW. I only own Jessica and the story. Enjoy!
Jessica's POV
It's been three weeks since I've seen Phil. He's called at odd hours for short periods of time almost daily. I was never asleep for long, always worrying about him and making sure I didn't miss his call. I never left the main bedroom often. Only for use of the bathroom and food for when it was absolutely necessary. To be honest, most of the time I was sick to my stomach.
Seth tried often to lighten the mood or to get me to stay out of the bedroom for long periods of time when I did emerge. He got more updates than me, and those were the only times I cared to speak to him. He was getting desperate enough to tell me things I shouldn't know, things Phil rather keep me in the dark about. I've learned the following in three weeks.
Dixie wants me.
Many people have died.
My father is a horrible mob boss, not on the things he's done, just how messy he can be.
Someone is leaking information.
I've racked these four facts in my brain every minute of every hour. I'm mad at my dad for doing this to me, to us. I'm mourning the men who are gone, even though I don't have names of those who passed. I wonder what Dixie wants from me. Lastly, who among us hates us this much to intentionally put us in harms way? I've never gotten the impression from any of Phil's men that they would want to hurt him or me…unless…
My thoughts are cut off by knocking at my door.
"Jess?" It was Seth. I got up and went to the door and opened it, forcing a small smile.
"Yes?" I asked, he was smiling brightly.
"I was thinking that maybe you and I could go for a walk today, the sun is shining brightly and its nice and warm." He said. My smile fell.
"Not really, I'm going to stay in my room today." I said, starting to shut the door. He put his hand up and stopped it, a small jolt of fear radiated through me.
"I really think you should come outside, I'm telling you…it will be good for you…really good." He said smiling brighter towards the end of his sentence. I sighed, seeing that he was going to be persistent today.
"Fine, let me just grab some shoes." I backed away from the door and opened the closet grabbing one of the many pairs Phil left for me. I had yet to wear any since I hadn't left the house since he left…maybe Seth is right…I do need air and sun. I followed Seth out into the sunshine squinting my eyes when the sun hit my face. Once I was adjusted, I felt Seth grab my arm.
"Come on, we're going to go this way." He said, "There's something I think you'd love to see."
Raising an eyebrow at him I asked him, "When did you scope the area out? Shouldn't I be attended at all times?" What if I've been in danger while he's out…unless…
"We all know this area well, Phil had us come here several times to scope out any vantage points someone could take. I figure you needed something to lift your spirits and I think this view will lighten your spirits." He said. I followed him as we headed towards the helicopter…
Wait. HELICOPTER?
"Seth…" I started to say shakily, "There shouldn't be a…"
"Jessica, trust me." He said, the humor evident in his voice. I continued to follow him, every step getting harder to take. I nearly passed out when the door opened.
"Hey baby." He said softly. I know it had only been three weeks but he looked like he had aged years. The bags under his eyes where heavy and he gained more wrinkles. He didn't have too much color in his face and it looked like the last time he slept was the night before our honeymoon ended. But when his eyes met mine, they were wild and bright.
"Phil…" his name barely made it out of my mouth before he had me scooped up in his arms. I wrapped my arms tightly around his neck and buried my face into him. I didn't even realize I was crying until I felt him rubbing my back assuring me it was all okay. I lifted my head and pressed my lips to his, savoring his taste that I so desperately missed.
"I'm missed you so much." I said against his lips. He pressed his back harder, silently telling me he felt the same. Finally he placed me on the ground and grabbed my hand leading me towards the house.
"I know you haven't left the bedroom, but there is nothing more I'd like to do then be in there with you." He said, smirking at me.
"Of course that's what you came for." I said playfully rolling my eyes at him. He squeezed my hand.
"Don't roll your eyes at me Mrs. Brooks…I may have to punish you." He said smiling devilishly. A delicious chill ran down my spine, but before we got to that I had questions. "Seth, make yourself scarce for awhile." He said. Seth chuckled and nodded. Phil and I walked into the house and the second the bedroom door closed, Phil's shirt was already off.
"Phil, wait." I started.
"Baby I've waited three weeks to be this close to you." He said reaching for me. I cuddled into him, breathing in his scent.
"I know, I just have a few thoughts and questions." I felt him sigh.
"Okay, baby…go for it." He let me go and we sat on the bed facing each other.
"How many have died?" I asked.
"I'm not telling you that, its too heavy for your shoulders." I nodded.
"Do you know why Dixie wants me?"
"Not yet, if I did, this would be over and we'd be home in our bed." He said, adding a smile at the end.
"Last…have you considered that the mole isn't within your men?" This question raised his eyebrow.
"Meaning?" He urged.
"…my dad?" I said softly. He laughed in disbelief.
"Why would your father put you in all this harm? He's not a good boss but I know he loves you." He said.
"Maybe it was to get me back from you…"
"That's silly Jessica…he knows you love me and that I love you. It was a good guess honey…anything else?"
"Okay so not my dad…but maybe one of his men." To this Phil raised his eyebrow.
"His men…?" He repeated uneasily.
"Possibly?" I said, feeling guilty…if I was right I was selling out someone in my own family. I watched Phil's playful lustful glaze turn cold and hard…I could have had mind blowing sex with him, but I brought out the mob boss now. He's physically here but mentally he's back home. Sensing the shift in my mood he broke the silence.
"One call baby, thats it…then I'm coming for you." He stood up, kissed my head and left the room. I sighed and leaned back on the bed and waited.
I waited for hours before I stood up and left the room. It was late afternoon and the sun was shining bright orange hues through the house. Seth was still missing but I could hear Phil in the kitchen, he was angry.
"Why wasn't this checked?!" He growled into the phone. "Run everyone again, there's something not right there…Jessica stays in my sight even if I have to take her home until this is figured out." He barked. I frowned…my hunch must have been right. I stepped into his sight and his gaze softened once again.
"My brilliant mob wife…better at saving herself than her husband can." He said softly.
"Who is it?" I whispered.
"We don't know, but we're rechecking everyone." I nodded, "However as much as I admire your thoughts on this, I came to spend quality time with my wife…shall we have dinner or skip straight to dessert?" He asked. I smiled shyly…dinner could wait. He walked towards me and his arms circled my waist. He leaned down and the minute his lips touched mine, pure hunger took over. He lifted me and sat me on the kitchen counter and began to make quick work of my shirt when the door opened and we heard Seth clear his throat.
"I gave you hours." He said with a hint of a smile, "And you're still not done?" Phil growled.
"Business took over." He said gruffly. Seth's smile fell.
"I guess I'll call in and get debriefed." He said as he left the room. I looked at Phil, waiting for him to say something. When he didn't I chose to break the silence.
"It's a small house."
"I know, it should have just been you and me here. I hated leaving you with him." He said resting his head on my shoulder.
"You're going to take me home?" I asked.
"Will you feel safe if I do?" He asked lifting his head.
"As long as I know what's going on and I'm with you I will."
"Then let's go home."
I'm thinking there are only a few chapters left! Shit is really going to start to hit the fan! Who do you think leaked the info? Why does Dixie want Jessica?
