Loving Hope [Mature]

[Caite-chan]

CHAPTER 10: Unexpected Run In!

Petey laid in bed after with his arm over his face,he had missed his morning workout having flown home late the night before. He rubbed his face hearing footsteps coming down the hall and into his bedroom. A moment later his son popped up onto the bed and crawled over to the side of the bed with a big smile on his face.

“Good morning Jackson.”

“Morning Daddy.”

The small boy sat on the bed before moving closer and laying his head on Daddy’s chest. Petey couldn’t help but to smile and wrap his arm around his son, hugging him. He always missed his son when he had to leave to go work for TNA. But it made times like this even better. After a few minutes Jack sat up and looked down at Daddy noticing there was something wrong. Daddy was still in bed at this time of the morning. He reached up to feel Daddy’s forehead as Petey couldn’t help but to laugh.

“What are you doing Jack?”

“You’re not sick are you Daddy?”

“No why?”

“Cause you’re not stinky and you’re still in bed.”

Jack sat there on the bed with his arms crossed over his chest as he looked at Daddy. He knew by this time breakfast was made. Petey had been caught skipping his morning workout.

“I’m alright Jackson promise. I just got home late from the airport this morning and needed to get some sleep before going to the gym.”

Jack nodded his head as he seemed to understand.

“Can I go to work with you...please?”

“I don’t see why not. I don’t have very many clients today.”

“YAAAAAA!”

Jack squealed as he jumped up and down on the bed as Petey laughed. Petey finally climbed out of bed as he stretched and turned to look at his son who was still on the bed. He held his arms out as Jack jumped from the bed into Daddy’s arms.

“Get dressed and I’ll make us breakfast before we go.”

“Kay.”

Petey put his son down as Jack went tearing down the hall and into his bedroom to get dressed. Petey did the same as he got dressed and made his way into the kitchen to start making breakfast. A moment or so later Jack made his way down and climbed up onto the stool and sat at the counter watching Daddy.

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Clair had done her homework most of the night and tried to find a good gym with classes they could go to. She made her way down the hall to see Molly still in bed as she stood there with her hands on her hips.

"I'm up....I'm up."

Molly slowly dragged herself out of bed and trudged into the bathroom to get herself ready. She looked into the mirror and knew she had work to do to hide the marks on her face from her little cat fight in the ring with Ajay. She did her make up which took her about a half hour to do as she looked at herself in the mirror and inspected every spot. She quickly did her hair and made sure it was off of her neck before walking back out into her bedroom and got dressed.

"Come on Molly we're going to be late."

Molly laughed at herself and grabbed her purse before making her way down the hall. Clair was already standing in the living room looking impatient as ever.

“Sorry I wanted to make sure I had all of the marks on my face covered up before going out into public.”

“Fair enough now come on before we’re late.”

The two made their way out to the car as Clair drove them to the gym as she looked for a parking space. Once she did she parked the car and grabbed their things and made their way into the gym. It seemed like a very nice gym to be at and not the stinky, smelly and dirty kind. They made their way through the gym as Molly was far too busy looking around that she failed to see where she was going until she ran right into someone. She stumbled back and landed on her butt as the person she ran into turned around to see what had happened much to both of their surprises.

“Molly?”

“Pierre?”

He reached a hand out as she took it after a moment and was pulled back to her feet. They both look surprised to see the other but who was more surprised was the question.

“Sorry I wasn’t looking where I was walking and ran right into you.”

“No don’t worry about it you’re fine. What are you doing here?”

“Well while I’m on my suspension Clair thought it would be fun if we did a yoga class together and she did all the research last night and found this place. What about you? I mean it seems like a silly question to even ask.”

“I work here as a personal trainer.”

“Should have known that was silly of me to ask.”

Clair couldn't help but to run her eyes over the short Canadian wondering if this was the cute guy Molly had been talking about. If it was then she was right he was damn good looking.

"Pierre this is my best friend Clair, Clair this is Pierre."

"Very nice to meet you Clair."

"You too. Molly has been bragging about you since she got home last night."

The two shook hands as Molly could help but to turn a bright red with what Clair was saying. Oh was she ever going to give Clair hell when they got home for what she was doing. Molly kept her gaze down as he cheeks were still red with embarrassment. Molly then reached up and tugged on Clair’s arm to pull her away from Pierre.

“Come on Clair we’ll be late for our class. You can babble later.”

Molly dragged her friend away still embarrassed as ever as they said their goodbyes for the time being. The two walked into the class and sat their things down against the wall.

"Can't believe you did that."

"What?"

"Don't what me. You were falling all over him."

"Says the one who ran right into him. And plus it's kinda hard not to with as good looking as he is."

Molly waved her hand at Clair and shook her head. They started the class as Molly couldn't help but to keep her eyes on Petey from where she was. Clair leaned over and nudged her out of her thoughts.

"Hey pay attention."

Clair whispered enough to where it snapped Molly out of her thoughts and go back to the class. Though she couldn't help but to stare at Petey from time to time while they were still doing the class. Clair would look at her friend and couldn't help but to roll her eyes at her.

"I can't help it."

The class was finally over with and the two sat against the wall relaxing. Clair had taken a drink from her water bottle as she noticed Molly still had her attention on Petey who was with a client. She got up and grabbed something out of her purse before walking out of the room and up to the front desk when she noticed the young boy sitting behind the desk.

"Well I take it you're the boss around here."

The small boy grinned big at the lady and nodded crossing his arms over his chest. Petey had finished with his client and walked over to the desk to see what was going on once he heard Jack talk.

"I'm the big boss man here."

"Oh really Jackson."

Jack couldn't help but to giggle as did Molly.

"Is this your son Pierre?"

"He is. I let him come along on days I don't have very many clients. Jack this is Molly."

"He is a handsome little guy."

"Thank you Ms. Molly."

She showed a smile but deep down she felt like she had no chance with Petey. If he had a son that could only mean that he was married. Petey had taken care of her payment for the class and handed her the card back. She peeked over the counter to see what Jack was doing as she noticed little pictures.

"What are you working on their Jack?"

"A workout plan."

"A workout plan?"

"I help Daddy by watching and then take notes. See."

He put the piece of paper in front of Molly as she looked it over. She was impressed at how well the pictures actually represented the different workouts.

"These are very good Jack."

"Thank you."

"Now do you ever workout with Daddy?"

"Yes but only when he's around. I'm not allowed in the gym if he's not in it."

"Can you show me your big, strong muscles?"

Jack grinned and stood up on the chair and pulled his shirt off and tossed it on the desk. He flexed his arms showing Molly his muscles as she nodded her head. He even puffed his chest out causing Molly to laugh. Petey stood there and watched his son as he couldn't help but to laugh. There was no doubt that Jack was his son.

"You're big and strong just like Daddy."

"Alright put your shirt back on before you make all the guys here jealous."

Both Jack and Molly laughed as Jack put his shirt back on and sat back down. Petey slid the receipt to her for her to sign as she did so before sliding it back to him. She put her card back into her purse and smiled.

“Merci Pierre. Jackson it was very nice meeting you.”

Jack grinned big as Molly walked back into the studio room and sat back down next to Clair. She did her best to keep herself together while she was up at the counter. She felt her heart drop seeing Jack because it meant that Petey must be married. I mean why else would he have a kid. Clair looked over at her seeing that look on Molly's face.

"What's wrong?"

"Nothing...it's nothing don't worry about it."

"Come on I know better than that."

"Don't worry about it Clair..."

She took a deep breathe and let it out before standing back up and grabbed her bag. All she wanted to do now was go home. Clair got up and grabbed her bag as well as Molly put on a happy face when they walked out. The girls waved to Petey and Molly waved to Jack as they left the gym.

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Authors Note: And the next chapter for you all.

[Caite-chan]

CHAPTER 11: Play Date!

Petey was finally back to his old ways and was up before the sun and downstairs working out. As he was finishing up he could hear the pitter patter of little feet above him. It could only mean one thing and that his son Jack was up. It wasn't odd for Jack to be up this early because he would come down and do his own little workout. A few moments later the door to the gym was pushed open and the small boy walked in with his teddy bear in hand.

"Good morning Jackson."

"Morning Daddy."

Petey walked over and sat on the bench and held his arms out as Jack walked over. The small boy wrapped his arms around Daddy as Petey picked him up and sat him on his knee.

"What would you say to having Daddy all day long?"

"You don't have to work?"

"Nope. You get me all day."

Jack looked unsure at first but snuggled into Daddy after a moment. He was more than glad to be able to spend time with Daddy. He sat there still snuggled into Daddy playing with his teddy bear before looking up.

"Can we go to the park?"

"I don't see why not."

Jack had that excited look on his face as he gave Daddy a big hug. He then looked down hearing his tummy growl.

"But first we will do breakfast."

Jack nodded his head hearing his tummy growl again. Petey stood up with Jack in his arms and made his way up the stairs and into the kitchen. He sat Jack on one of the stools as the small boy sat his teddy bear on the counter.

"What are we going to do for breakfast?"

"Chocolate chip waffles!"

"Chocolate chip waffles it is then."

Jack grinned big as he sat at the counter. Petey started pulling a few things out and setting them on the counter. Jack leaned up to watch what Daddy was doing. After a moment Jack hopped down off of the stool and pulled it around the counter and climbed back up next to Daddy as he took the bag of chocolate chips and opened them up. He then poured some into a cup as Petey was mixing up the batter. Jack poured a little bit into the mixing bowl as Petey kept mixing. After a moment or so Jack had poured all of the chocolate chips into the bowl as Petey mixed it all up and then started pouring the batter into the waffle maker and closing the lid.

“You want to set the table?”

“Kay.”

Jack climbed down off of the stool and pushed it back from where he got it from. Petey pulled a few plates and handed two of them to Jack as he placed them on the table and then getting the silverware and placing it on the table as well.

"Daddy want his shake?"

"Only if you make it for me."

Jack grinned big as Petey pulled a few things down and sat them on the counter. Jack pulled the milk from the fridge and placed it on the counter before climbing back up onto the stool he was on earlier. He measured out the protein powder and dumped it into the shaker and the filled it with milk. Petey put the top on to make sure it was on good and tight. Jack hopped off the stool and took the shaker and started shaking as hard as he could. Petey couldn’t help but to laugh a bit at how Jack was mixing up his shake. After a moment or so Jack held up the shaker as Petey took it and twisted the top off.

“Looks like you just got your workout in just by mixing up my shake for me.”

"It's hard work making Daddy's shake."

They both laughed as Petey placed the waffles on the table. Jack looked up on the counter to see his teddy bear still sitting up there where he had left it. Petey walked over and grabbed the teddy bear and handed it to his son.

"Thank you Daddy."

"You're welcome. What would you like to drink?"

"Apple juice please."

Petey nodded as Jack climbed up in the chair at the table and sat his teddy bear next to his plate. Petey grabbed the maple syrup and apple juice and sat them on the table before sitting down. Jack grabbed one of the waffles and poured the maple syrup all over it before taking a bite.

"Mmm Daddy makes good waffles."

"Just like Jack makes good shakes."

They both grinned at each other as they kept eating until all the waffles were gone. Petey took the plates and set them in the sink as Jack helped clear the table off. Petey washed the dishes as Jack finished up his apple juice and sat the cup on the counter and grabbed his teddy bear from the table.

"Daddy needs to take a shower can you make sure your bed is made and things are picked up?"

"Kay."

"And then you can get dressed and we'll go."

Jack nodded his head and ran through the house and into his room. Petey made his way up to his room and grabbed a clean set of clothes and hopped into the shower. Jack picked up his room a bit and put his dirty clothes in his basket. He then did his best to make his bed and sat his teddy bear on the bed next to the pillow. Petey had stepped out of the shower and dried off and got dressed. He walked down the hall and stepped into his sons room. Jack was just pulling his shirt on over his head as he grinned at Daddy.

"All clean and ready."

“Let’s get going then.”

Jack nodded his head as the two walked out of the house. Jack climbed into his car seat in the back and buckled himself in as Petey got into the drivers seat. Petey pulled out of the driveway and headed towards the park. Jack sat in his seat looking out the window before looking over at Daddy.

“Ms. Molly seemed really nice the other day.”

Petey looked back at Jack through the rear view mirror a bit surprised that Jack brought up Molly.

“She does does she?”

“Yeah and she’s really pretty.”

“Does Jack have a crush on Ms. Molly?”

Jack couldn’t help but to laugh and shake his head no. Though the tinge of pink in the little boys cheeks could say different.

"No Daddy."

"Are you sure? Your red cheeks say different."

"Daddy!"

The small boy whined as he rubbed his face hoping to make the redness in his cheeks go away. Petey couldn't help but to laugh as he pulled into the parking lot and parked the car.

"Hey I'm not the one that was taking my shirt off for her."

Jack buried his face in his hands as Petey laughed even more. He got out of the car and made his way around and opened the door. Jack looked up all red faced from embarrassment as Petey smirked.

"I swear Daddy you're gonna get it."

Jack pointed at Daddy before undoing his seat belt and climbing out of the car. Petey picked up the small boy and kissed his head.

"You know I'm just kidding."

"I know Daddy."

The small boy wrapped his arms around Daddy's neck and gave him a big hug as Petey sat him back down and they both started running towards the play structure. Jack wasted no time climbing up the play structure as Petey watched his son. Jack climbed around on the play structure as Petey walked over and sat on on of the swings. He couldn't help but to think about Molly. In his mind he didn't think he had any chance of being with her. Though he had gotten use to having just Jack around that he never really thought about dating again.

"Daddy?"

Petey had been lost in his thoughts that he didn't even noticed that Jack had walked over to him.

"Whatcha thinking about Daddy?"

"Just things."

"Ms. Molly....?"

Petey looked at his son before standing up and shook his head. He didn't want to get his hopes up on anything.

"Daddy isn't going to get his hopes up on anything right now."

He had hoped he would be better off just keeping up with the way he was going for the time being. Jack hopped up on the swing as Petey started pushing him. He had a son to take care of and that had always been his first priority. He didn't think he'd have time for anything else right now.

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Authors Note: And the next chapter for you all.

[Caite-chan]

CHAPTER 12: Fancy Meeting You Here!

Petey stood in the bathroom drying himself off as he just got out of the shower. He was going to be spending the night working at Scott's bar as the bartender called in sick. He finished drying himself off before walking into the bedroom to get dressed. The pitter patter of little feet could be heard walking down the hall as Jack walked into the bedroom and climbed up on the bed.

"Do you have your bag packed for the night?"

"Yep all ready."

Petey nodded his head and pulled his shirt on. He finished getting ready as Jack hopped off the bed and grabbed his backpack. They walked out of the house and across the yard to next door. Jack ran up to the door and rang the doorbell as the door opened up moments later. Ajay was greeted with big smile from Jack as Petey walked up behind him.

"Joey is in the living room watching a movie with Chris."

"Be good Jack and I'll see you in the morning."

"Kay."

Jack waved to Daddy before disappearing into the house. Petey stepped up onto the porch and watched his son run into the house.

"Thanks for the last minute save Tink."

"Anytime Pan just don't get into to much trouble tonight."

"I won't."

He couldn't help but to laugh at his best friends comment as the exchanged goodbyes and he walked back to his house and got into his car and made his way to Scott's bar.

***

Clair walked down the hall and stood in the doorway of her best friends room. Molly looked up from the book she was reading to see the look on Clair's face as she knew that look. She placed the bookmark in her book to mark her spot before closing the book and setting it down in front of her.

"What do you say we go out and have a little fun in town before you have to go back to work?"

"I suppose a little fun won't hurt and I could use some."

Molly nodded her head before placing the book on the nightstand and getting off the bed. She walked over to her closet and opened the door and looked at her clothes try to decide what to wear. Clair had gone back to her room to go get ready as well. A few moments later Clair walked back into the room to do her hair and makeup with Molly.

"Who knows we may even run into that guy you really like. What's his name again?"

"Pierre. And I doubt it. Why would a married man be at the bar when he's got a family at home to take care of?"

"Who's to say he's married? And he could be hanging out with the guys."

"The fact that he's got a 5 year old son."

"Oh that don't mean nothing.

Molly just shook her head as there was no arguing with her best friend. She wasn't going to mess around with a married man and mess up his family. She leaned forward putting the last of her make up on before putting her things away.

***

Petey was at the bar getting things ready for the night as he put the last of the glasses away. He made sure everything was filled as the first customers started making there way in. They wasted no time ordering drinks and soon he was busy.

The girls made it to the bar as they walked in and looked around. They seemed slightly out of place but it didn't seem to bother Clair any. A few guys looked at them as if they thought they could get them. Clair looked around to find the bar before nudging Molly. The two walked over and sat at the bar. They were still getting odd stares making Molly a bit uncomfortable. Molly looked around to see if she could find the bartender so they could order drinks. Petey was making his way back to the bar after taking a round of beers over to a table. He stuck the tray under the counter before pausing seeing who was on the other side of the counter.

"Pierre?"

"Molly...what are you two doing here?"

"Clair wanted to go have a fun night out before I went back to work. Don't tell me you work here too?"

"No not all the time. One of the other bartenders called in sick at the last minute so Scott asked if I could fill in."

"Seems like no matter where we go you two always run into each other."

Molly gave Clair the sideways look as if to tell her to shut up. Petey couldn't help but to give a small smile as he leaned against the bar.

"Can I get you ladies anything?"

"I'll take a Long Island...."

"Petey...err...Pierre is fine."

"Ahh yes Pierre."

"Mojito please."

He nodded as he made quick work making the girls their drinks. He made it seemed like he did this every night for a living. Which he did when he was younger working at Applebee's. He poured the drinks and slid them in front of the girls.

"Merci beaucoup Monsieur."

"Je vous en prie ma chérie."

Molly couldn't help but to blush as she was a bit speechless. Clair on the other hand grinned as she kept her focus on him. He stood there with a bit of a sly smirk on his face. He wasn't all that good with his French but working around the world as much as he did he managed to pick things up here and there.

"Excuse me ladies."

He walked over to the cooler and pulled several beers out. He popped the caps off and sat them on the tray as he walked over to a table and traded the group their empties for another round. He raised the tray above his head and made his way back behind the bar and put the empties away. He checked on the rest of the customers before walking back over to the girls.

"You're quite the waiter there Pierre."

"Blame Applebee's for it. I worked as a waiter when I was younger."

Molly couldn't help but to look him over with the tight shirt he was wearing. It showed off every muscle from his arms to his chest and abs. She already knew what he looked like without his shirt on as she couldn't help but to smirk a little to herself. She paused for a moment feeling a set of eyes on her as she slowly looked up to meet the gaze of Pierre. She blushed slightly taking a sip of her drink.

"It will be good to have you back again. I kinda missed seeing you around the halls."

"Oh? I didn't think anyone would really miss me. Not like I've been around long enough to be missed."

"Not everyone pays as close attention to things as I do."

He looked up and excused himself once more as he walked down to the end of the bar to take care of a customer. Clair watched him before nudging her best friend.

"I think he's hitting on you."

"No....he wouldn't. He's got a family."

“Oh will you knock it off with this. He really likes you.”

“Stop Clair it’s not going to happen.”

Clair rolled her eyes and shook her head as she took another sip of her drink. Molly watched Petey make his way around the bar as he made it look like it was nothing. She couldn’t help but to think about what Clair said. Petey finished with his customers as he walked back over and looked at Molly. She seemed to be off in her own little world and not even realized it. Petey leaned over and looked at her causing her to snap out of her dream world she was in.

“Sorry….I was just thinking about things.”

“Oh and what might they be?”

“Just things is all.”

Molly played with her glass trying not to get caught with thinking about the man that stood in front of her. She took a sip of her drink before placing it back down in front of her.

“So Pierre Molly says you are quite the wrestler.”

“Oh really?”

Petey leaned against the bar counter looking between the two ladies as he was rather interested with what Clair had to say. He grinned to himself wondering what else Molly has told Clair.

“And what all has she told you?”

“What a sweet, charming and handsome guy you are.”

Molly blushed a bright red from embarrassment. She could feel the heat in her cheeks as she tried to hide her face. She wanted so bad to just knock her best friend right off that bar stool. Clair was doing a damn good job at embarrassing her best friend. Petey grinned even more as he pushed himself up from leaning on the bar.

“Well tell her what a lovely, beautiful, young lady she is.”

He looked at Molly as she was still hiding her face as he smirked before excusing himself once more to take care of customers. Clair smirked to herself and finished her drink as Molly composed herself as best she could. She slid off of the bar stool as she pulled some money out and left it on the bar counter.

“I swear I could have knocked you off that bar stool for what you did.”

“What? I know damn well you like him.”

“Doesn’t mean you need to flaunt it.”

“He likes you too I can tell.”

Molly shook her head as she quickly made her way out of the bar still a bit embarrassed with what happened. She just hopped that Petey didn’t think she was a total dork. She wasn’t sure if she would be able to show her face to him when she would get back to work.

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Authors Note: And the next chapter for you all.

[Caite-chan]

CHAPTER 13: Back To Business!

Molly's suspension was finally up and she was able to go back to work. Once she got the call from Dixie she was quick to pack her bags and was on the first plane down to Orlando. She had a nice break with her best friend Clair and seeing Petey was quite a surprise. Though now she was ready to get back to work.

She pushed the large door open and made her way into the building with her suitcase rolling behind her. The halls were quite as many of the superstars hadn't arrived yet. She looked at the name plates on the doors trying to find Dixie’s name so she could report back to work.

"Well it's good to see you back love."

Molly stopped and looked around to see Magnus walking down the hall. She smiled and walked over and wrapped her arms around him and gave him a big hug as he returned the favor.

"It's good to see you too. Missed you."

"I missed you too. I know someone else who's missed you?"

Molly took a step back and looked up at Magnus. She couldn't even begin to think of who would miss her. The only friend she had was Magus.

"Who else would miss me around here? I mean it's not like I'm on everyone's list of favorites."

"That short stack Canadian, Williams."

"Pierre?"

"That would be him. I hear you two had a few run ins while you were off."

"Well...nothing serious and the first time was literally a run in."

"He couldn't stop talking about it."

"It was nothing really. I mean even if I wanted him I couldn't have him. He's married and even has a son."

"He was married but not anymore. I don't know any of the details though."

Molly looked rather shocked as she began to wonder what might have happened. He seemed like too much of a nice guy. Thinking back he never once brought it up the two times they saw each other. She wasn't quite sure what to think of it.

Petey was making his way down the hall after finishing up his promo. He turned the corner only to spot Molly and Magnus together. Molly hugged Magnus as they said their goodbyes before she grabbed her suitcase and continued down the hall. Petey snuck back around the corner and sighed to himself. He made sure not to make a sound as Molly walked past him. Once he knew she was gone he quickly made his way down the hall only to be stopped.

"Hey Pete."

The short Canadian slowly turned around to be greeted by Magnus. He did his best to put on a friendly face as he grinned.

"Hey. What's up?"

"Not a whole lot. Just ran into Molly. Did you know that she was back."

"Uhh no. When did she get back?"

"Just now....you alright?"

"Fine."

Petey couldn't help but to lie. He didn't want Magnus to know that he just saw him get all lovey dovey with Molly just now. Magnus didn't look to sure about the Canadian but he didn't want to press the issue either.

"Sorry you just kind of startled me is all. I just finished my promo and was going to head back to the locker room."

“You should stop by and see her before going back to the locker room.”

“I was going to go clean up first.”

Magnus just shrugged his shoulders not wanting to argue with the Canadian even though he knew something was up he just couldn't put a finger on it. Petey made his way down the hall and into the locker room as he sighed to himself and closed the door behind him. He really wasn't sure what to think of the whole thing or whether or not he should even go see Molly.

***

Molly walked into Dixie’s office and put her suitcase in the corner as Dixie had yet to return to her office from the meeting she was in. Molly looked on the desk to find a list of things for her to do. She sat in the chair looking over the list as she began to write a few things down.

Petey made his way down the hall and found Dixie’s office. He slowly poked his head to find Molly but no Dixie as he smiled to himself. He looked around to make sure Dixie was no where to be found as he took a step into the office.

“Hey.”

“Bonjour Monsieur.”

She had a smile on her face as he walked into the office and took a seat in the chair across from her. She sat the list down on the desk and looked over at him. He was shirtless and she couldn't help but to look him over. She did her best not to get caught staring at him.

“It’s really good to have you back. I missed seeing you in the halls.”

“Oh? You did? I mean I didn't think anyone missed me. It’s not like I've been here long enough to be remembered.”

“I remembered you.”

“Only because I got into a fight with Ajay.”

“Let’s just forget all of that and start over.”

He knew they had a bit of a rocky start with him yelling at her in the gym to her getting into the fight with Ajay. He wanted to be able to forget about all of that and just start fresh and new. She smiled and nodded her head before leaning forward and sticking her hand out to him.

“Bonjour. I’m Molly Franklin and I’m here as Dixie’s assistant.”

Petey returned the gesture as he leaned forward and shook her hand.

“Hey. I’m Petey Williams and I’m one of the X-Division guys.”

She nodded and sat back in her chair as she picked up her notes and looked them over. She flipped through a few pages before looking back up at him.

“So Monsieur have you done your promo yet?”

“I just finished it up about 15 minutes ago as a matter of fact.”

She nodded her head and picked up her list and looked it over before looking back up at him.

"Looks like you are good to go for tonight. But you do have another promo tomorrow afternoon and then your two matches."

He nodded his head as the clicking on heels could be heard coming up behind him. Molly had turned to the incoming person as she smiled. It was the boss lady herself, Dixie Carter. Petey couldn't help straighten up slightly in the chair as Dixie walked around to her desk as Molly stood up.

“It’s good to have you back Ms. Molly.”

“It’s very good to be back Madame Carter.”

“Is there something I can help you with Petey?”

Petey snapped out of his focus and shook his head and stood up from his seat.

“No...I was just checking in on things is all. Just making sure I had everything done for today. I’ll be heading out now. It was good seeing you again Molly.”

He gave Dixie a nod before flashing Molly a smile and making his way out of the office. Once he was out of sight he let out a sigh of relief before thinking back to what he saw in the hall earlier. He didn't think he would be able to let the thought go for awhile. He couldn't put his finger on it but he always felt something inside of him every time he saw Molly. It was different because he was always around the other Knockouts and he never got that feeling with the other girls.

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Authors Note: And the next chapter for you all.