#aura fic

Two years later…2018

“Aye Joe, ain’t that ol girl you used to mess with back in NXT? She was thick as fuck in the best way.” Jon asked as they sat down for movie night that had turned into them watching Lucha Underground. “Yo…shhh!” Joe launched a pillow in Jon’s direction as his wife Shar sat down next to him with a bowl of kettle corn. Suddenly, he wasn’t in the mood to watch tv anymore. Seeing the woman he professed his love to through a metal door outside of an Orlando apartment was now on screen in glorious HD. It had only been 2 years but Orion James had aged like a fine wine. Still thicc, still gorgeous, still talented AF and her pussy probably still tasted like mango and pineapples. “Yoo…Joe was that the shawty you mentored down in NXT a few years ago? I mean…there can’t be too many black girls with that tattoo. Now she’s doing Lucha? That’s kinda dope. She cooking in there.” Joe’s other cousin Josh said as he handed Joe a beer and flopped down on the nearest chair. The intricate wolf motif that traveled from her ass down to her knee was unmistakable. If looks could kill, Josh was a dead man walking. His cousins knew all about Joe and Orion James, the one he was about to leave Shar and the baby for. “She’s far too big to be actually good at wrestling. She’s clunky like Nia.” Shar laughed. “Naw, don’t get it twisted. She could always fuckin go! Great ring awareness. Strong and fast…almost like she had some Samoan in her.” Jon laughed, him and his twin looking in Joe’s direction. She had spent many nights with a Samoan in her.

One year later…2019

“Son, you need something new for your character. Time to evolve past The Shield. The Big Dog needs a new trick. Seth is done with you and Dean is over at AEW.” Sika spoke to his son over breakfast. “I know. I don’t even know if I want to do this anymore. This time off has made me think things over quite a bit. I just…my heart’s not in it anymore. Maybe it’s time for me to try New Japan. I think I could do well over there. They’ve reached out.” Joe sighed. “Oh, I love New Japan. The competition is stiff. But if you’re looking for character development, there’s a wrestler you should watch. The current leader of the Bullet Club.” Sika smiled. Sika just thought she was pretty and her character’s darkness was something his son could exceed at. He could see the similarities. Roman Reigns could become a heel that everyone loved, much like Orion Wolff. “Cody Rhodes? I’m good on him. Didn’t like him when he was here, despite him being Dusty’s kid.” Joe grumbled. “When you’re a retired wrestler that has wrestled all over the world, you watch more wrestling than you’d like to admit. Dusty’s boy started that new company with Tony Khan. I doubt they’d ever give the WWE any real competition though.” Sika laughed.

“Well, I guess taking a look at the competition wouldn’t hurt.” Joe laughed as his father pulled up the NJPW Youtube channel. He went to one clip in particular, all the members of Bullet Club worldwide were arriving back in Tokyo for a meeting called by the leader ahead of Wrestle Kingdom back in January. “You and the twins could do something like this and bring in some more members of the family. Call it, The Bloodline.” Sika smiled. Her black pants clung to her curves perfectly. The newest Louis Vuitton x Timberland classic blacks on her feet. A $1M Jacob & Co Year of the Dragon on her wrist. The fitted shirt that showed off her tattooed sleeves read ‘Bullet Club Boss’. Her face was unmistakeable: Orion James. Joe almost choked on his drink. “She’s bad…ain’t she?” his father laughed. Joe didn’t want to get into the fact that he broke this woman’s heart more than 5 years ago. “She’s gorgeous. But how does that help me build a new character?” Joe asked. “Shh. Just watch & listen.” Sika smiled. Orion started commanding everyone to execute her planned attacks on their opponents before Wrestle Kingdom to weaken them. Unlike WWE, NJPW rarely wrote happy endings for the opponents of Bullet Club because Bullet Club made them huge amounts of money annually. That led to Joe going down a rabbit hole of the lore of Orion Wolff aka Orion Nichelle James. After leaving WWE, she wrestled in Lucha Underground and in the CMLL of Mexico before going to Japan and dominating. “How does this help you? She’s got 6 belts across multiple companies. WWE won’t let you do that but…you could be the champion of both shows. I believe in you, son. The family believes in you. Step into your destiny.” Sika smiled. That’s exactly what Joe did.

Four years after Movie Night…2022

“Mommy, can we go to Wrestlemania this year?” Phynix asked as she played on her tablet. “Wrestlemania? Girl, what you know about some Wrestlemania?” Orion asked as she picked up her daughter from school. “Toshi’s father is taking him before the school year starts. And…we usually go to visit Nana & Pop-pop before the school year starts. Technically, we would already be in Texas.” the little girl suggested. “Girl…do you have Wrestlemania money?” Orion asked. “Well, I don’t have a job, silly mommy! But Mommy makes LOTS of monies.” the little girl giggled. “Is Wrestle Kingdom not good enough for you anymore?” Orion asked. “I still love Wrestle Kingdom, but Wrestlemania looks soo cool. Mama, look!” Phynix smiled, turning the iPad to show Orion the teaser for Wrestlemania. Her heart sank when she saw him, Phynix’s father. The man that was oblivious to her very existence. Orion hadn’t bothered to keep tabs on Joe Anoa’i, she hated that man for destroying her. Not only did he break her heart and leave her with a baby, he shat all over her self-worth because of her size. She was good enough to fuck under the cover of darkness but he’d walk past her at the Performance Center like she was just another trainee. He wouldn’t even look her in the eye but she was crazy about him. Leaving him was the hardest thing she had ever done.

The WWE had recently come calling now that they had new ownership. Orion Wolff was the best women’s wrestler on the planet and TKO wanted her. So far, they hadn’t made the numbers line up but that could always change. Her management team was very persuasive when it came to getting Orion the money & terms she wanted.

“So can we go?” Phynix asked from the backseat. “We’ll see. Nana and Pop-pop might be sad that you’d rather go to Dallas than to spend time with them in Austin.” Orion teased. She knew how much her daughter loved spending time with her grandparents. “Pop-pop likes Double Double E. Maybe they can come too.” Phynix grumbled. “He does? I'm going to have to talk to him about that. That's the competition.” Orion laughed. “What's that mean? I don’t know that word yet.” The little girl asked. “We are The Autobots, they are The Decepticons.” Orion explained. “Ohhh. Are they the opps?” Phynix asked, putting her fists up. “Baby girl, what on earth do you know about the opps?” Orion laughed as she pulled into the parking garage. “Well, I know that we don't like the opps. The opps are bad.” Phynix giggled.

Orion and Phynix got on the elevator and headed up to their penthouse suite. “I miss Nana's sweet tato pie.” Phynix sighed. “I miss it too. I miss all of her cooking.” Orion added. As Phynix got older, raising her with a loaded work schedule got more difficult for Orion. At least in the States, she had her family there to help. Was she really considering leaving Japan and making the move to WWE? “I was almost in the WWE before you were born.” Orion smiled as they sat down to do homework once dinner was in the oven. “You were? Nuh uh! That's cool.” Phynix gasped. “Yeah! I have pictures to prove it.” Orion smiled, opening her iPad. She opened Google photos and went back to 2016.

She had pics with Charlotte Flair, AJ Lee, Seth Rollins, Edge, Roman Reigns, Bayley and countless others. “You knew Roman Reigns?! He's me and Pop-pop's favorite!” Phynix smiled. “I thought that I was your favorite!” Orion pouted. “In Double Double E! I do think that you could beat him! Unless he calls his cousins. But I'll help you! I will kick them in the knees!” Phynix laughed as she jumped up and graced the air with perfectly placed Taekwondo kicks. “Thank you for having my back, my little tiger lily.” Orion smiled as she cuddled Phynix into her lap.

After getting Phynix down for bed, Orion made the tragic mistake of looking up Roman Reigns on YouTube. Their daughter looked like him with a deep tan, she even had his big ass ears. “This asshole bit my entire swag. Line for line, bar for bar.” She grumbled reposting his latest promo on Cody Rhodes and captioning that it looked & sounded familiar. Cody was the first to like it, and then Finn Balor, he was followed by her Guerillas of Destiny who had familial ties with a few WWE superstars. Tama Tonga had even recently made a joke about Roman Reigns being in the position he was in because of nepotism and not talent. Joe was talented enough but being the son of a WWE Hall of Famer never hurt things.

Joe was in the middle of his morning workout when his phone pinged. It was an Instagram notification which he only got from people who were verified with over a million followers. “Ohh…now I have your attention?” Joe laughed as he watched her response. She was doing something he couldn’t…ooze sex appeal mixed with danger. Rhea Ripley had also tapped into some of that energy and depending on who you asked, he had too but Joe didn’t see it. He was worried that she would choke him with her bare hands, but she also made his dick hard. He hit the follow immediately and DM’d her.

“Just keeping an eye on you, Ri.”

“Yeah, you have. Just watching & learning. Boy, you wanna be me so bad! It’s cute.”

“That’s what you think?”

“It’s what I know. It’s ok. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.”

“Acknowledge me.”

“Step your belt game up before you start me for anything, Joe.”

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“You got some nerve messaging me after all the time thinking shit is sweet. You shattered me into a millions pieces and think that we can just talk cordially on the internet? Boy, FUCK YOU! Fuck your lame ass family. Fuck your ugglass wife! Fuck them big ass teeth you went and bought! I’ll never forgive you for what you did to me. It’s smoke forever! Maybe I’ll tell your daughter that you’re dead since you’ve been dead to me for years.” she typed angrily. The bedroom door eased open Phynix came scurrying in followed by her caracal, Kana. “Mommy, can we sleep with you? The thunder is so very scary.” her little voice asked sweetly. Orion deleted the message and tossed her phone on the nightstand as she cuddled up with the only good part of Joe Anoa’i.

“I think that went well, don't you?” Joe laughed, pulling Orion into his arms. “I'm so sorry Joe. You must think I'm a terrible person.” She cried softly. “I don't. I was the terrible person, baby. We talked about this. We're in the here and now. We go from here. I've got you and I've got her. You're stuck with me now!” He smiled, kissing her forehead and wiping her tears with his fingers. “Thank you.” Orion sighed. “I wanted to leave my girlfriend to marry you! I could never hate you. I know I won a belt and therefore got a fat ass raise but meeting my daughter is so much better.” Joe smiled as Phynix came back around the corner with Orion’s mom. “Nana, this is my daddy. His name is Josup? Roman Reigns.” She giggled.

“Nice to finally meet you.” Candice smiled as she shook Joe's hand. “Nice to meet you too, Mrs. James. I finally see where Orion gets her otherworldly beauty from. Y’all are so pretty.” Joe smiled, Orion rolled her eyes. Candice blushed. “Nana, my parents are so cool!” Phynix giggled. “They are pretty cool. I'll let you all have some time together. Welcome to the family, Joe.” Candice smiled as she went to get showered and dressed for the day. “Let me guess…a conversation will be had later?” Joe asked. “Yep.” Orion nodded. “Can you come back to Japan with us?” Phynix asked. “Only if your Mom says it's ok, I'll come visit.” Joe smiled, scooping her up into his arms. “Mama, can he come to Japan to visit us? Please?!” Phynix begged. They both looked at her with the puppy eyes. “Don’t encourage her, Joe.” Orion laughed. “I've never been to Japan. Could be fun, right Munchkin?” Joe teased. “So very fun. We can walk to 7-Eleven to get tea and Mama can make us fried onigiri and stuffed bao buns for lunch! Mama, please?” Phynix smiled. “The adults will have to discuss it later. Right, Champ?” Orion nodded, Joe nodded in agreement.

“I saw your lightsaber video. You are quite skilled, Young Padawan.” Joe smiled as they sat at the kitchen table eating blueberry focaccia. “My Mommy taught me. She can teach you too so we can play Jedis.” Phynix smiled. “He's a Sith. We don't play with Siths.” Orion grumbled. “But he kissed you and made me. What does that make me?” Phynix asked, a slight hint of worry in her voice. “That makes you The Chosen One.” Joe smiled, falling right into alignment with the little nerd he helped create. “He’s right. Phy, hang out with Dad while I get ready for the show, yeah?” Orion asked. “Of course, Mommy. But you look so very pretty already. Doesn’t she, Daddy?” Phynix asked. “Your Mama is the most beautiful woman I've ever seen.” Joe smiled, Orion rolled her eyes.

Orion was putting the final touches on her hair when Candice eased into her bathroom. “So…he looks better the closer you get and he’s fine from far away! And he loves Munchkin real bad! They’re down on the couch knocked out looking like twins.” Candice beamed, showing Orion the photo she snapped of them curled up together. Joe had gotten cozy and kicked his shoes off and found a blanket for them. “My heart is so full right now. Please send me that.” Orion smiled. “Obviously breakfast went well. I’d ask if he wrapped it up but I see the wedding ring on his finger. How’s wifey going to react?” Candice asked. “His divorce was finalized a couple weeks ago. He still wears the ring for show. Or so the hoes leave him alone which we all know don’t no ring stop no determined ho!” Orion laughed. “So…not yet? Got it. Well, let me know if we need to put Phy to bed so Mommy can go for a night ride on a Samoan Stallion.” Candice teased. “Ma! I won’t be doing that anytime soon. He’s here for Phynix.” Orion laughed. “The way he was holding you and wiping your tears…he’s here for you too. Just an…observation. Not gonna lie, very attractive couple. I’d love more cute ass grandbabies to spoil.” Candice teased as she watched Orion layer her perfume before putting her jewelry on. “Did we bring the Rolex?” Candice asked. “I didn't. I've been obsessed with this Hublot Big Bang. It's a men's watch but I just had the jeweler shorten the strap a bit. I’ve got a few of them.” Orion smiled as she pulled up her sleeve to reveal the luxury watch. “Baby girl…this looks expensive. Shorten the strap? That's such a boss move. I raised such a baddie.” Candice laughed as she looked over Orion’s final look. She gave her the thumbs up. 

Joe woke up on the couch with this perfect little angel clinging to him. She reminded him of her mother when she slept. Orion’s perfume slowly entered the room before she did. “Ri, come sit with me.” he whispered, patting the spot on the couch next to him. “Damn girl, you look good.” he smiled. “Thank you. Stepping out with Big Uce…gotta look my best.” Orion laughed. “Now, I look like shit by comparison.” Joe laughed. “Bull…less is more with you.” Orion smiled. “Let me check out this baller ass watch. Hublot, right?” he laughed. “Yes. You into watches now?” she asked. “Yeah. I was hoping that you brought that Jacob joint out.” he laughed. “That’s in the safe back at the house. Come visit and I might let you wear it once.” she laughed. “Nicest watch I own is this Rolex. Trying to get my weight up like you.” he teased. “Oh…you think I bought this? It was a gift.” she smiled. “What did you have to do for this Hublot?” he asked. “Attend an award show with a Saudi Billionaire. No sex, no kissing. Get dressed up and attend an event. He gifted me a whole set of Big Bangs before his wife divorced him and took half. Light blue, royal blue, pink, a rainbow one. This purple one is my favorite. That was an interesting time in my life.” Orion laughed. “I get it. You are quite charming. If I had limitless money, I’d buy you shit too.” He laughed. “Roman Reigns could never have that amount of sauce. But it’s cute that he tries.” she laughed. “Munchkin told me that we kissed and made her.” Joe asked. “Yeah. I told her that when a man and woman love each other and they kiss…babies are made up until they hit a certain age. She’s 6…way too early for the birds & bees talk. Having said that…this one asks a shit ton of questions.” Orion sighed as she ran her fingers through her daughter's curls. “She started grilling me as soon as you walked away. She’s like her mother in so many ways.” Joe smiled. “She’s also like her father.”

“I don’t see how you do it. She asks soo many questions.” Joe laughed softly as they rode down to the first floor on the elevator. “She’s very smart. You know kids don’t have a filter. I imagine that your son also went through an inquisitive phase. Most kids do.” Orion asked. “Fuck yeah! But it was mostly about what I did for work.” Joe laughed. “Well, she’s well versed on wrestling. She has noticed the differences. She asked why didn’t the girls fight the boys in “Double Double E”. And she asked why you didn’t set Brock on fire, or body slam him into a pile of broken glass.” Orion laughed. “Ohh…we don’t do that here.” Joe laughed. “I know. I wanted to tell her that y’all are pussy but I just told her that her Mama is built different.” Orion laughed as they brushed past security and into the inner bowels of the stadium. “Yeah, ain’t many out here built like you.” Joe growled softly. “Chill out, Uce.” Orion giggled. “I mean…you got a different dog in you than most. The way you've been all over the world grinding, it's admirable that you didn't let me kill your dream. I've been put through a table but it was never on fire. And I've never had a match with a woman.” Joe shrugged. 

“Anytime you've got a gap in your contract, we can go down to Mexico City and get you in a luchador mask. We always had great ring chemistry.” Orion smiled. “We have great other chemistry too.” He teased. “Keep it in your pants, Big Chief.” Orion laughed as she spotted The Twins headed their way. “Well, well…if it ain’t The Bullet Club Baddie herself?” Jon teased. “Bloodline run shit round these parts, Mami. Ain’t no Bullet Club here.” Josh added. “U sure about that? Balor's here. Styles is here. Gallows & Anderson are here. And there's PLENTY of people here who don't rock with y’all but would rock with us.” Orion laughed. “It's good to see you, Ri.” Jon smiled, pulling her into a hug. “Likewise, Jon.” Orion smiled, rolling her eyes at Josh. “Girl! Bring it in.” Josh groaned, pulling Orion into a hug. “I'll let y'all handle family business. Good luck tonight.” Orion smiled as she walked away. They both saw Joe's eyes follow her.

“Aww shit, he got the lovestruck puppy dog shit going on.” Jon teased. “It's not like that….ok it's kinda like that. Got the belts, now I gotta get the girl.” Joe laughed. “You sure about that?” Jon asked. “I think I can. We had breakfast and talked about a lot. Then I went to her place and spent some time with Phynix. She wants me to come visit them in Japan. Oh…and Ri kissed me.” Joe smiled.

“Sensei!” Orion squealed as she ran up to her mentor, Kana aka Asuka. “Orion!” the woman smiled as they hugged. A few seconds passed before Iyo Sky & Kairi Sane joined the ball of chaos. They all wanted to know if she was signing with the company or staying in New Japan. They all wanted to see pictures of Phynix, she had grown so much since they were all together last. “I see you have important eyes on you, Orion-san.” Kairi teased as she noticed Roman watching her from afar. “Phynix’s father.” she shrugged. “Ohhhhh.” they all said in unison before laughing. Orion FaceTimed her Mom so Phy’s Japanese wrestling aunties could say hi. “Will we be seeing you?” Iyo asked. “Perhaps. I will keep you in the loop.” Orion smiled as she hugged them and walked back to where Joe was. 

“Kareshi? Totemo yoi!” Asuka laughed before walking off to finish her makeup. Orion threw her hands up and laughed.

“I feel like that was about me.” Joe laughed. “Kinda. She said that we look good together. Which we do. A few more stops and I'll be heading back upstairs. I know the way if you don't want to stay. I know you're itching to get back to her.” Orion teased. “I can't help it. She's so fuckin cute!” Joe sighed. “It's very hard to leave her. She's got the biggest passport book for a 6 year old.” Orion laughed. “She’s got the best Mama. She absolutely adores you. When she grows up, she wants to be brave & strong just like you.” Joe smiled. “I'm only brave & strong because of her.” Orion smiled. Joe watched from the shadows as Orion walked around backstage. If they had worked outside the company, she probably had worked with them.

“You are prom queen popular.” Joe teased as they waited for the elevator. “Sometimes you build a family along the way.” Orion shrugged. “True, true. And here we are…family.” Joe smiled, his arm around her shoulders. “Mmm hmm. You caught me slipping.” Orion laughed. “I don't miss when I shoot from the heart…yeah…let's go with that.” He laughed as they stepped into the elevator. “Shoot from the heart? Be so for real. You talked about wanting a bunch of kids all the time.” She laughed as the doors closed behind them. “Any chance I get lucky tonight? We’re behind.” Joe growled softly against her ear. “I'm supposed to see you being all fatherly to our daughter and drop my panties for you?” Orion smiled. “I mean…only if you want to. I want you to fuck on me because you want to…it'll be better that way.” Joe smiled. “Is that your endgame? To get me to fuck you?” Orion winked, pulling him to her by his belt. “I'm here for whatever you need. Want me to keep Munchkin while Mommy has a much needed spa weekend? I'm there! She needs help with her math homework? I studied engineering at Tech. I'm pretty decent at math. Bedtime stories? I'm only a phone call away and I do voices.” Joe smiled. “Good to know that you're still so…accommodating. A girl never knows what she needs until it's all she can think about. I'll let you know when I get there.” Orion smiled darkly as the elevator reached their floor. Joe's hand smacked her ass the moment she turned to walk away. “Careful there, Champ. This ain't the Orion Wolff you knew…and I very vividly remember being too much for you to handle back then.” She laughed as she reached for her security pass. “Don’t worry baby, what I got in my pants will still satisfy you.” Joe teased, tapping her card against the keypad.

“Daddy! You had my mommy gone for so long! I missed her.” Phynix groaned as she hugged Orion’s hip like she always did. “I’m sorry Munchkin. Ya mama’s got a lot of friends down there that wanted to say hi to her. And each and every one asked about you!” Joe smiled as he scooped Phynix up into his arms. “Did she have fun?” the little girl asked. “I dunno. Mama, did you have fun with your friends?” Joe laughed. “I did. Munchkin, did you have a snack?” Orion asked. “No ma’am, I was waiting to have a snack with Daddy. What’s your favorite snack?” Phynix asked, pointing to the spread of food. “Mommy tells me that your favorites are Carne Asada fries and brisket. Those are big foods for such a little Munchkin.” Joe sighed. “But they’re so good!” Phynix laughed. Orion made sure that there was sliced brisket for her princess. 

“Stop flirting with that man.” Candice mumbled to her daughter. “What if he’s flirting with me?! Which he is by the way. I’m being my normal, charming self.” Orion laughed as her mother handed her a drink. “He is applying pressure that I was not expecting. Nothing I can’t handle but…let Big Mama live, baby. He is not like the others.” she laughed. “You are your father’s child. You have his swagger. There's this magnetism that you both have. Baby girl, the way these men have always broken their necks to breathe the same air as you, I'm surprised that it hasn't gone to your head too much.” Candice laughed as she watched her husband of 40 years walking over to Joe and Phynix.

“Munch, can I steal your Dad for a bit?” Darryl asked. “Uh oh, Daddy. You’re in trouble. Good luck.” Phynix giggled, her focus returning to her brisket slider. Joe stepped away from the table and over to the bar. “Listen, sir I” “You plan on sticking around? None of this in and out shit that men like to do nowadays.” Darryl spoke. “Yes, sir. I’m not the same man I was 6 years ago. I would’ve been around had I known about her.” Joe explained. “Kid, I'm not gonna black bag ya, those days are behind me. Munchkin likes you. Believe it or not, I like you. And don't think I haven't seen you flirting with my daughter. You got a better chance with her than most. Shoot your shot if you gonna shoot it. Be forewarned…they're both very spoiled. But I've seen how you live…you can afford them, Champ.” Darryl teased. “I'm here for whatever they need, Sir. I mean that.” Joe spoke, still a little nervous. All he knew was that Darryl James Sr. was retired Army Special Forces. Orion only said that he dabbled in military intelligence, but it went deeper than that…Joe just had a feeling.

Darryl’s eyes met Candice's from across the room, she nodded and smiled. “Aww ma, don't tag team the man!” Orion groaned. “You’re not the boss of me! I wanna talk to him too. I'm a lot less scary than your father. Hell, I'm a lot less scary than you!” Candice smiled before she walked off to join her husband. “That's a damn lie.” Orion grumbled. Candice was the parent who drove angry from Austin to San Antonio with pictures of a newborn Phynix to confront Joe at a house show but he was sick and stayed home. Orion would never let her forget that.

“Mrs. James…hello again.” Joe spoke nervously. “Please, call me Candice. Munchkin has taken to you quickly. That’s good.” Candice smiled. “Yeah, she's adorable.” Joe smiled. His smile fading when he noticed her father slipping away from the conversation. “That she is. Joe, I'd like to tell you about how you almost found out about her when she was a week old.” Candice smiled before she went into great detail about how she had driven to San Antonio with pictures and waited outside the talent entrance at the arena where her cousin worked security. “Oh wow. That would've been…the shock of a lifetime. She's so…amazing.” Joe smiled. Candice knew by his tone that he was talking about Orion, Joe's eyes watching her dancing with their daughter to The Usos theme song.

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“Word of advice. Win over lobita, win over la loba. Might be a helluva lot harder than uniting those belts was. Good luck, we'll be watching.” Candice smiled as she patted his arm and walked away.

Orion checked out the other cars in the garage: a white Rolls Royce Spectre and a matte black Escalade. “See something you like?” Joe asked. “Not really. We’ve always had differing tastes in cars though. A Rolls Royce was your dream, McLaren was mine. Now that I can finally fit in and afford a McLaren…don’t really want one. Besides, two seats aren’t conducive to a Mom's lifestyle.” Orion shrugged. “Maybe not as a primary car, but definitely for a secondary ride. What do you drive now?” Joe asked. “Lexus RX.” Orion shrugged, it was the perfect size for her and Phynix. “Really? I’ve seen you as a Range Rover girly. Like a deep purple with black rims.” Joe suggested. “If you buy it, I’ll drive it…as long as it’s a turbo.” Orion teased. “It’ll be here by the next time you visit.” Joe smiled. “You don’t have to do that.” Orion spoke. “You need something here that you like to drive…something to come back to.” Joe yawned as he put their bags in the hallway. “Seeing my baby with her daddy is my something to come back for.” Orion smiled.

“Wanna go pick your room?” Joe asked. “Yes! Let's go.” Phynix giggled as she pulled Joe towards the stairs. Joe grabbed Orion’s hand as they breezed past. “Now why am I in it?” Orion laughed. “I have a surprise for you.” He smiled. “For me? Don't do too much, we won't wanna leave.” Orion teased. “I know. My ultimate endgame.” Joe smiled, pulling Orion into a kiss. “No kissing!” Phynix groaned as she explored the first empty bedroom. “Yeah, no kissing!” Orion laughed. “You like this room, Munchkin? Or you wanna keep looking? I’ve got this many more” Joe asked as he held up 3 fingers. “Mama, you like this room?” Phynix asked, pulling Orion deeper into the room and away from Joe’s kisses. “I think this is a good room, Phy. There's built-in shelves for books and we can get some Funko Pops or some Lego flowers. And there's a window where you can sit and read to Daddy. Actually, if there is another room like this…I will take that one.” Orion laughed. 

“Mommy, can we go to Beijing to that big mall with the furnitures like we did with Nana and Pop-pop for their new house?” Phynix asked. “You don't want to get furniture while we're here? I'm sure that Daddy knows some good spots.” Orion nodded. “Yeah, sure.” He smiled. South Florida had its own furniture mall but nothing like the one in Beijing. “Daddy, now that you have two belts, do you have a lot of monies?” Phynix asked. “Define a lot of monies? I have some monies but there are people with a lot more monies than Daddy and they don't even have any belts!” Joe laughed, scooping the little girl up into his arms. “Mommy has 20 million monies.” Phynix whispered to Joe but loud enough for Orion to hear her. “Really? That’s a lot of monies. I think she should give me some.” Joe laughed. “Are you two plotting against me?” Orion laughed. “Maybe. Come on Mama Wolf, time for your surprise.” Joe smiled as he led her to the master bedroom. “Oooh, this is where the magic happens.” Orion teased. The room was bigger than her first apartment. “There’s actually been no magic made here yet but I’m hopeful.” he winked. “I don’t see why not. Your wand’s big enough.” Orion grumbled. “I hope the giant nap pod is to your liking.” Joe smiled as he led Orion over to the space he had created just for her. There was a giant purple plush bean bag in the corner with a matching blanket, bonnet and cord for her to charge her phone.

“Oh my God, Joe. This is perfect. I can’t believe that you remembered.” She smiled, hugging him. Orion had always talked about how her perfect house had a giant bean bag chair near a window for naps. “Of course I remembered, baby. You get cozy and take a nap. Me and Munchkin will try not to make too much noise.” Joe smiled, nudging Orion towards the cushion. “Thanks. You two have fun. Phynix Okoye James…good girl behavior only.” Orion warned. “Always, mama.” Phynix smiled, kissing Orion’s forehead before they left. Joe closed the door behind them. “Ok, little lady…whatcha wanna do?” Joe asked. “Have you ever seen Harry Potter?” Phynix asked. “Not all the way through. Your brother and his mom love Harry Potter. Is it good?” Joe asked. “Mommy read me the books. The movies aren’t bad.” Phynix smiled as he turned the TV on. While Joe got immersed in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Orion had a good cry and then took a much needed nap.

The screen was transitioning into the 2nd movie when Joe noticed Phynix pouting. “What’s wrong, Munchkin?” he asked. “I miss Mommy. She’s been sleeping for so long.” she pouted. “Let’s go check on her.” Joe said as he raced up to the bedroom with Phynix on his back. “Ok, we go in quiet. Mommy doesn’t like being woken up from her naps.” Joe laughed, Phynix nodded. The door eased open before they snuck in. Phynix made a silent beeline over to the giant pillow. Like a tiny ninja, she crawled up next to Orion. “You’ve gotten lighter on your feet, little one.” Orion grumbled. “My mommy taught me the ways of the Jedi.” Phynix giggled, crawling under the blanket. “And has your father taught you the ways of the Sith?” Orion laughed as Phynix wiggled into her arms. “I think you can turn him. Strong in the force, you are.” Phynix whispered. “You think?” Orion asked, her daughter nodded.

“What do you nerds want for dinner?” Joe asked. “Sushi!” Phynix spoke. “You’re going to turn into a tuna. Then you'll have to go live in the ocean and they don't have Pop-pop’s brisket in the ocean.” Joe teased. He had seen firsthand his child possibly eating her weight in spicy tuna rolls.  “And…they don't have your mom in the ocean. You want to leave her on land to be a tuna?” Joe asked, crawling onto the pouf with Orion. There was plenty of space for both of them. “I'll never leave you, mama!” Phynix smiled, wrapping her arms around Orion. “I was thinking pizza. Ri, do you still like Italian sausage and onion?” Joe asked, pulling out his phone. “How do you remember all these small things?” Orion sighed, turning to watch his response. “Simple. I remember things about the people I love.” Joe shrugged. “Oh, so you love me?” Orion smiled. His cheeks reddened slightly.

“Be serious, Ri. I don't know how many times I have to tell you that I'm crazy about you. Or how many times that I have to show you.” Joe shrugged, pulling her into a kiss. He pulled away, pointing to Phynix who was now asleep in the space between them. “I’m gonna put her on the bed, she’ll get lost in this thing.” Joe laughed, grabbing the bonnet from Orion’s head and putting it on Phynix’s curls before scooping her up. “I ordered her one of her very own from Etsy but it hasn’t come yet.” Joe whispered as he put a blanket over her. “I can only imagine you scrolling on Etsy for bonnets for little girls. It’s some cutesy print isn’t it?” Orion teased. “Of course! How someone had Roman Reigns satin I have no idea but I got her one of those and…there’s one with some of those little lizards she likes on them..the cute ones.” Joe laughed. He was talking about Axolotls. “The Etsy girlies are mad creative. I helped mom set her nail shop up.” Orion laughed. “Speaking of nails…let’s see ‘em.” Joe grumbled as he followed her down the stairs. Orion was rocking her natural nails. “Why are you like this? Just begging for me to mark you up and make you mine.” Orion laughed. “I’m already yours, girl. You know this. Only this time, I don’t have to hide my scratches.” he growled, pulling her close until their lips almost touched. “You’re already mine? I don’t know what I did to have you all hung up on lil’ ol me.” she giggled, kissing his chin. “I fell prey to The Call of the Wolff from the moment we met. Like you said, you touched me and activated me like a sleeper agent. Then that whole building me as an instrument of your pleasure shit? Crosses my mind every time I beat my meat.” Joe laughed.

“Funny, I don't recall getting a video with the sound on.” Orion spoke, walking away towards the window overlooking the water. “Huh? A video?” Joe asked, what she meant finally hitting him as he followed behind her. “Ohhh, you nasty, nasty.” He laughed. “Damn right! You'll love it over here. They always do.” Orion winked. “I already do. Let's say that I airdrop this video right now…what's in it for me?” Joe asked, boxing her into the corner of the room. “What would you like?” Orion asked, pulling him in closer by his waist. “You don't want to know the answer to that.” He smiled. “I already know the answer.” Orion smiled before crushing her lips to his. Joe quickly grabbed her hips and lifted her up until her legs wrapped around his waist. “I need you.” He growled between kisses. He swallowed a moan as her tongue slid across his sweat stained neck. Joe rushed them to his office, locking the door behind them. “Take your clothes off.” Joe commanded as he pulled his shorts down and sat down on the couch. “It's still so beautiful.” Orion laughed as she moved closer. “It's not gonna ride itself, Ri.” He laughed darkly.

Orion stripped and straddled his lap. “Hold on, I think I've got a Magnum in my desk. I already know that I'm not going to be able to pull out.” Joe grumbled, getting up and rushing to the desk drawer. “You be getting down like that?” Orion asked. “You've had sex since the last time I have.” He laughed, his smile fading when the drawer was empty. “Fucking fuck. Ok, missionary and I'll pull out, I promise.” He groaned. “I've got an implant. It's fine for right now. Unless you want to Instacart some?” Orion laughed, they both frowned. She pushed him back to the couch and straddled him again. Orion swallowed a moan as her body stretched around his size. “I'm yours.” Joe moaned as her hips started rolling. “I know, baby. I know.” She moaned. His hands gripped her waist. “Orion, I've missed you.” He moaned before pulling her back into a kiss. It was less passionate yet more needy. Orion pulled at his man bun until his hair fell in wild waves around his face.

They both fought to muffle moans, the last thing they needed was an inquisitive 6 year old knocking on the door. Orion’s lips kissed across his neck. One his hands smacked her ass before finding its way to her breast. “I promised that I wasn’t doing this with you.” Orion groaned as she rocked him against her g-spot. “You wanna stop? I can feel you barely hanging on for me.” Joe growled softly, his other hand pulling her face to his. “Fuck no I don’t wanna stop!” she laughed before a moan burst from her throat. “Good. Promise me that it won’t be the only time this happens. Bounce on it like you used to.” Joe spoke into her neck. His eyes widened as she started bouncing softly on top of him. “Shit…just like that, baby. I’m about to fill you up.” Joe moaned. “Oh my god, Joe. Don’t do too much.” Orion teased. “You’re the one bouncing up and down on me like a fuckin’ porn star! I already said I was buying you a car. You want a house too?” he panted, his orgasm tingling in his core. “I already got that. You’re holding onto me like you aren’t gonna let me leave.” Orion laughed, kissing his lips. “Cuz I’m not. You’re all mine now.” Joe moaned as his climax burst from him. “Sorry, baby. I was supposed to make sure you came first but…you feel too damn good.” he sighed in defeat. Orion wanted to tell him that he still had time but her orgasm shredded her as his arms squeezed her tighter against his sweaty chest. She melted into him as she rode through her aftershocks, her moans muffled into his chest. “That was…very much needed.” Joe sighed.

“How long has it been?” Orion asked. Joe thought about it hard, his fingers lazily tracing the outline of her tattoo. “Over a year. I know it hasn't been that long for you.” Joe spoke, his heart still thumping against his chest. “It hasn’t but he wasn’t…nevermind. It’s not important.” she sighed. “If it’s on your mind, it’s important.” he sighed, pressing a kiss into her temple. “I don’t talk about my dealings in bed with other men. Cuz they ain’t important if I’m sitting here with your dick still in me.” she laughed. “Facts. Better get used to it cuz I ain’t going nowhere.” Joe sighed, tilting her face up towards his. “I mean it. I’m not letting you go again.” he smiled, kissing her lips softly. “We should probably put our pants back on.” Orion laughed. “I know you’ve lost all this weight and you look amazing. But I’m soo glad all this ass stayed. I miss holding it in my hands. Still thicker than zoo glass, girl. Damn!” Joe laughed. “You so crazy! The gift and curse of training with your Special Forces father to drop the 100 pounds of baby weight. Then Lucha Underground was brutal. I had to bulk up a little bit for durability. Then in CMLL I leaned out a bit, hence why the ass is still bouncy. New Japan cares the most about my in-ring ability. I could be as big as Rikishi and they wouldn’t care as long as I moved like someone half that size.” She laughed as she shifted until he eased from her warmth. “Well, your in-ring ability has never been a problem. You’re so goddamn good…better than I could’ve predicted. Technically better than me.” Joe spoke as he watched her cleaning up in the bathroom.

“I’m your favorite wrestler’s favorite wrestler.” she laughed as she pulled her clothes back on. “I love when you talk your shit, mama. It’s sexy.” Joe smiled as he took his turn getting cleaned up. “One thing I learned from my time working with WWE.” Orion laughed. “You ain’t learn that shit from the PC. Unless you were cheating on me and getting mentored by someone else.” Joe pouted. “I had to when you were on the road. And my dad knows Steve so I learned from him how to cut a scathing promo.” she giggled. “Ah. There it is. Not mad at it. Steve is amazing on the mic. As is Dwayne. As is Booker. Took me a while to get there. I’ve watched your old stuff, you’ve always had it. And when you do it in Spanish or Japanese…chef’s kiss.” Joe shrugged as they emerged from his office. The house was still silent. “You want a drink? I might need one.” Joe laughed as he showed Orion the rest of her new home away from home. “I re-signed with New Japan.” Orion spoke shyly. “Good. I’m happy for you, baby. Don’t know how my family’s gonna feel about not being able to see Munchkin on the regular. They’re gonna love her. Shit…they’re gonna love you!” he teased. “Well, Japan is open for everyone to visit. Honestly, I don’t want to wrestle forever, this contract is only 2 years. Wanna know the best part?” Orion winked. “What’s the best part, beautiful?” Joe asked. “I get to do some AEW work, so I’ll be over here occasionally. Typically my parents or my brother come to Japan to stay with Munch while I travel but…as long as she completes her schoolwork, she can travel with me...sometimes.” she smiled. “Really?! That’s great. Just let me know and I’ll fly out to meet you.” Joe beamed. “I said sometimes! Not all the time. Don’t want to disrupt her routine just yet.” Orion smiled. “I know, I know. Just trying to maximize my time with my girls.” he smiled. 

“All I ask is that I have you both in this house permanently at the end of that contract.” Joe smiled as he flopped down on the couch, pulling Orion down with him. “Oh really? What if I don’t wanna?” she laughed. “Orion, how are we gonna be married living on different continents?” Joe laughed. “Married?” she asked. “Yeah, I’m gonna change your last name and Phy’s last name to Anoa’i and then…we can kiss.” Joe laughed, he saw Phynix’s reflection in the TV. “No kissing my mama!” Phynix giggled as she ran and jumped on the couch between them. “Ok…then I’ll just kiss you!” Joe laughed, smothering her face in kisses. Her little laugh was music to Joe’s ears. This was the life he wanted with them. “But what if I kiss Daddy?” Orion teased. “You can’t! I’m the baby.” Phynix laughed. “But he’s so cute! He’s got big ears just like my baby girl. You don’t think he’s cute?” Orion asked. “I mean…he’s cuter than your other boyfriends.” Phynix giggled, hugging Joe’s neck. “Her other boyfriends? Munchkin…you’re gonna have to tell me about those other boyfriends.” Joe laughed. 

“Only Daddy can be your boyfriend!”

Next Chapter

“Want me to put in a call? Set up a meeting, prior?” Darryl asked. “That won't be necessary. I can control my emotions for the sake of my daughter. Thanks for the ticket plug, big brother. You are about to become her favorite uncle.” Orion laughed. “Johnny puts up no real fight whatsoever.” Darryl laughed. “I think they’re going to try to make another push. They gone have to come up on their number though cuz New Japan values you.” Darryl laughed. “As they should. I work my ass off for them!” Orion sighed.

Joe was scrolling on his phone as he cooled down from his evening cardio when he got a rare notification: Orion had posted and tagged him. She was drenched in elegant white Versace with gold & diamonds adorning her brown skin. She was on a private jet way nicer than his, drinking champagne and enjoying a perfectly cooked steak. “The wolf is on the hunt, I’ll see you in Dallas.” was all she winked and smiled before her wolf logo popped up and her theme music played. “That was gold.” Darryl laughed as Orion stood up to go get changed back into her cozy travel clothes. Phynix still slept peacefully in the bedroom with Kana by her side. 

“Damn. She still so fuckin’ fine.” Joe grumbled as he shut the treadmill off and finished his bottle of water. He liked the video and would respond when The Tribal Chief was ready. As he showered and crawled into bed, his emotions swirled. Orion would be at Mania. They would be in the same place for the first time since she put him out of her apartment. Nick Khan had been reaching out about a favor he needed of Joe during the week. Orion Wolff was a free agent and was getting offers from AEW as well as New Japan. This was WWE’s chance to make a big push to get the woman that unknowingly built Roman Reigns. She was everything he was on steroids. 

“Mama! Mama! Wake up!” Phynix squealed. Orion opened her eyes to see her daughter hovering over her. “Where’s the fire, Phy?” She yawned. “Uncle Darryl said that we're flying into Texas! That means we're almost there! I'm gonna give my Nana a big hug cuz I've missed her soo very much! And my Pop-pop too!” She squealed as she snuggled into Orion. “Ok, I'm awake.” Orion sighed as she put her slippers on. “Good morning, Champ. Mom & Dad are waiting at the airport for us.” Darryl smiled as Orion emerged from the back of the plane. “Good. I need Dutch Bros. in the worst way!” Orion yawned again. “Get much sleep?” Darryl asked. “Nope. Don’t worry, me and mom have a spa day planned once we get done with this weekend stuff.” she smiled, not trying to give too much of the surprise away. “Of course. The Champ deserves to relax. I hope WWE is paying for it.” Darryl teased. “No, can’t have them having too much sway. We listen to the pitch, we do the thing, we rest, we weigh the options, we decide. In that order.” Orion smiled as Phynix crawled into her lap.

“Thank you for taking my call Joe. How’s the Mania prep going?” Nick Khan asked as he sat on his private plane flying into Dallas. “It’s intense. Let’s cut to the chase, what’s this favor? How can your Tribal Chief be of service?” Joe laughed. “As you’ve probably heard, we’re trying to sign Orion Wolff from New Japan. We’ve invited her and her agent and family to Mania. Would be a good look if she met with our billion dollar man. Maybe give her an insight to the culture…champion to champion. Just over dinner, nothing crazy.” Nick sighed. “So…like an offering?” Joe laughed. He knew that was how the old regime got down when it came to securing a high value talent like Orion Wolff. “Yo man…that’s up to you and her. That’s not what I had in mind but you’re an adult.” Nick laughed. “Oh…ok, good to know. I should warn you. I have history with Orion.” Joe grumbled before he closed the office door to go into more detail. “So sex isn’t completely out of the question?” Nick teased. “It definitely is. It’s been six years, hopefully she doesn’t still hate me.” Joe groaned. “Was it good?” “Nick!” “What? It’s an honest question. I bet it was phenomenal.” Nick laughed. “Between me and you…best I’ve ever had. That doesn't leave this convo.” Joe laughed. “My lips are sealed, Champ. I’ll reach out to her agent and get back with you in like 20 minutes.” Nick spoke before he ended the call and called Darryl.

“Mr. Khan, hello. Yeah, we just flew over the stadium and should be landing soon. Dinner after the show? Yeah, that sounds like a plan. Thanks. We'll talk soon.” Darryl smiled as he laid his phone back on the table. “Sister, let me remind you how much you love me. Nick Khan wants to have dinner with us after the show on Friday night…and he invited Joe.” Darryl spoke cautiously. “What?!” she growled. “Who’s Joe?” Phynix asked. “Joe is one of Mommy’s opps from back in the day.” Orion laughed. “Ohh…don’t be hatin’ on my mama…sucka!” Phynix laughed. “She gets this from her Uncle Darryl.” Orion laughed. “Damn right! Phy…he’s got a big head…hmm, kinda like you.” Darryl teased. “Mom! I don’t wanna have a big head like your opp!” she pouted, pulling her hoodie over her head. “Chill, D.” Orion warned with a smile. 

“Your head is the perfect size, mi amor. Uncle Darryl is just a hater because his head is big and he has to special order his hats.” Orion teased. Phynix stuck her tongue out at her uncle and giggled. While Orion's flight made its descent into Dallas, Joe was on the phone with his stylist. “Gina, I need something fly to wear for a business dinner tomorrow night.” He grumbled. “What’s the budget?” She asked. “Try to keep it under $20K. I know how you get.” He laughed. “All black as usual? Will I need to dress wifey as well? Do you need jewelry?” The woman asked as she took some quick notes. “All black, just me. I have gold jewelry and I have shoes.” Joe spoke. “I'm on it. I'll be by with options tonight.”

“Nana!” Phynix squealed as she ran down the stairs of the private jet and into her grandma's arms. “Hey O, let me holla at you real quick. This Joe thing…you gone be good? You're a professional but…you gotta tell him about her. He deserves to know but he doesn't necessarily deserve to be part of her life. Whatever you do…do it for her.” Darryl sighed, pointing to Phynix now clinging to her grandfather. “I know. Let him unite these belts and then we’ll talk. Before we go back to Japan…I'll tell him. Promise.” She sighed. “What if he wants to be part of her life? I mean…she's an amazing kid. Who wouldn't?” Darryl asked. “We'll cross that bridge when we come to it. Cuz what if he doesn't? I'll have to take that bullet so she never has to.” Orion shrugged. “Mama! Come on! Pop-pop's gonna make us waffles.” Phynix smiled as she ran back up the stairs to the plane. “Don’t play on the stairs Phy. We're coming.” Orion spoke as she grabbed her bag and walked down the stairs.

“I watched an episode of Smacked down with your father last week and…baby girl looks so much like that damn man. I don’t know how your father doesn’t know.” Candice laughed as she hugged Orion. “If he knew…Phy would know. They’re besties and he tells her everything.” Orion laughed as she watched her father swing Phynix around the way he used to swing her around. 

Friday morning 

“You have your own room and somehow you and Kana end up in my bed. Why is that?” Orion laughed as she woke up to Phynix snuggled into her side. “I missed you mommy. You’re my favorite person ever!” The little girl giggled. “And you’re my favorite person. I made you all by myself. All your little fingers and toes. Your smart little brain and your strong little heart.” Orion smiled as she smothered Phynix in kisses. “Did my Daddy help?” Phynix asked. “He helped a little bit. Like 10%.” Orion laughed. “What does he look like? Is he cute? Did you kiss him? Oooh…Mommy kissed a boy!” Phynix giggled. “He was very cute and yes, I did kiss him. That’s part of how having babies happens.” Orion yawned. “But you kiss me all the time and don’t have more babies.” Phynix explained. “I know my love. I said that it was part of it. The rest we will discuss when you are much, much older. What do you want to do today?” Orion asked. “Ok, deal. This house is so cool. It has a theater. Can we watch Smackdown in it later? And maybe go swimming? Or do you have to work?” Phynix asked. She hated when her mama had to leave her and go to work. “Well, I actually have a surprise for you. We’re all going to see Smackdown tonight…and Wrestlemania this weekend!” Orion smiled. “OMG! Mommy, you're the best! I have to go tell Pop-pop!” Phynix squealed as she hugged her mom and ran off with Kana right on her heels.

“This is light work. You’re Big Mama…not the little one! You got this.” Orion coached herself as she crawled out of bed. She found herself always on the urge of a mini-panic attack anytime Phynix asked about her father, today was no different. Orion washed her face and brushed her teeth before putting on her robe and going downstairs. Phynix and her grandfather were making sure the waffles didn’t burn. “Good thing I planned on taking my little one to the Superstore today. We need shirts to wear!” Orion’s father smiled. “Oh goodness. Don’t go overboard.” Orion laughed. “I’ll spoil my grandbaby however I want to! Don’t be a hater, Princess.” her dad teased, Phynix nodded in agreement. After breakfast and a bath, Orion made sure that Phynix was dressed and ready to hang out with her grandpa at the Wrestlemania superstore. Phynix insisted on wearing her favorite Orion Wolff shirt to match her Jordan 1s and jeans. She wore a purple bow in her curly hair. “You look so cutie.” Orion’s mother smiled as she hugged Phynix. “Mommy, do you want me to bring you a shirt? Who’s your favorite wrestler?” Phynix asked. “I highly doubt they have Chyna shirts there.” Orion smiled. “Who’s that?” the little girl asked. “We can watch her on Youtube later. She’s who Mommy wanted to be when she grew up.” Uncle Darryl laughed. “I think she’d be proud. Don’t you?” Orion laughed as she flexed her muscles. “Heck yeah!” Darryl smiled.

“So, are you finally going to tell that man that he has a daughter?” Candice, Orion’s mother asked as they watched Darryl Sr, Darryl Jr. & Orion pull off. “I think I have to. Especially if I end up signing with WWE.” Orion sighed as they sat down to do Orion’s nails. “Want my advice?” Candice smiled. “Always, mama.” she sighed. “Stay with New Japan or join AEW as long as they don’t try to change your character. The first thing WWE does is make someone change their name. Baby girl, I’ve watched you create Orion Wolff and she’s a total badass. I’ve been watching WWE with your father and they have such a tight leash on those ladies. I hate seeing you get bloodied but I love watching you kick ass! I would miss that. They're not gonna let you play ninja with the boys.” Candice smiled. “So what do we have for these nails you’ve been working so hard on?” Orion asked. Since Orion & Darryl Jr. had retired their parents, Candice had gotten into crafting press-on nails and had even started an Etsy shop. Darryl Sr. had gotten into farming. Candice showed Orion two sets she had designed: one coffin shaped and the other a short stiletto set both designed with The Bullet Club Baddie in mind. 

Friday Night

“Ms. James, I’m so glad that you and your family were able to make it. Darryl, I hope the seats are to your liking.” Nick Khan spoke. “Oh yes. My parents love them. They can’t wait to watch the show with Phynix.” Orion smiled as they walked around backstage, Phynix clinging to her. “She’s excited. Aren’t you, Phy?” Orion smiled, Phynix nodded. “Who’s your favorite wrestler? Other than your mom? Of course.” Nick asked. “Roman Reigns!” the little girl smiled. “I’ll make the introduction myself when you come tomorrow. Deal?” Nick smiled, shaking the little girl’s hand. 

“Joe, brother. Good to see you, Uce.” Dwayne smiled as he hugged his cousin. “Hey man, thanks for the plug with that producer. I think the meeting went well.” Joe smiled. “You wanna go grab dinner after your segment? Debrief?” Dwayne asked. “I’d love to, but they got me working. They’re trying to woo Orion Wolff of New Japan to sign.” Joe grumbled. “Ah, thinking maybe the Champ can make the offer more enticing? Are you an offering? Doesn’t sound like too bad of a deal, she's beautiful.” Dwayne teased. “Nah, man.There’s some history there.” Joe sighed. “Oh? Sounds messy. Do go on.” DJ laughed, suddenly more interested in this conversation than his meeting with the TKO board. Joe gave Dwayne the abbreviated version of him and Orion’s history. He was her mentor at the Performance Center and they fell in love. He never told her that he was already in a relationship and when she found out…she kicked him out and they never spoke again.  “Damn, Uce. That's too bad.”

“Mama, look! It’s him!” Phynix squealed as she spotted her favorite wrestler talking to one of her mom’s favorite wrestlers. “One second Phy.” Orion spoke as she was exchanging phone numbers with Bianca Belair. “Girl, she is too cute but your genes put up no fight whatsoever.” Bianca teased. “Her father’s mere existence annoyed me my entire pregnancy and my ancestors decided to be funny.” Orion groaned. “We’ll have to link up while you’re stateside. Promise you’ll call me?” Bianca smiled. “Girl, yes! Have a good show.” Orion smiled as she hugged her friend. Before Bianca could fully walk away, Phynix went flying past her.

“Oh my god. It’s really you!”

Joe felt a soft tug on his pant leg. He looked down to see a little girl in a Roman Reigns shirt with matching red & black bows in her hair. “Hello there.” Joe smiled as he squatted down to her level. “You’re my favorite wrestler ever! My mommy likes The Rock but I think you’re better!” Phynix smiled. “Ya know, I think I’m better too.” Joe laughed, it caught Dwayne’s attention. “Cute kid.” Dwayne smiled. “I’m sure your mama is going to be looking for you. Let’s get you back to her.” Joe smiled. He remembered when his son was this small & inquisitive, he missed that. “She’s over there.” Phynix pointed in Orion’s general direction. “Well, I guess you can’t see her all the way down here. Point her out to me. What’s her name?” Joe asked as he scooped Phynix up into his arms. “Her name is Orion Wolff. She’s the boss of Bullet Club. She’s the coolest mom ever!” Phynix smiled. Joe could see the slight panic on Orion’s face as she looked for Phynix.

Orion’s stomach dropped to her ass seeing Phynix in Joe’s arms. But when she realized how organic they looked, her heart fluttered. She had no right to deprive her daughter of a relationship with her father. And Joe deserved to know his daughter. As good as Orion looked online, she looked ever better in person. “Princess, you can just go running off like that! I don’t know what I’d do if I lost you.” Orion sighed. “You’d burn the world down for me.” Phynix giggled, Orion told her that all the time. “You’re absolutely right, my little genius. Well, we can't keep him. We already have a pet at home, Phy. I know this one eats way more than Kana.” Orion smiled. “Silly Mommy! This isn’t a pet. It’s Roman Reigns.” Phynix giggled. “A dog.” Orion rolled her eyes. “The Biggest Dog in the yard.” Joe corrected her. “A dog is just a domesticated wolf. All bark, no bite. No thanks, hard pass.” Orion smiled. “Hello Orion.” Joe smiled. 

“Roman.” 

Next Chapter

“We can drop you off at your fancy hotel.” Orion teased as Joe snapped Phynix into her booster seat. “I was hoping to help you get Munchkin ready for bed. I can grab an Uber.” Joe shrugged. “You'll do no such thing. We'll make sure you get home, sweetheart.” Candice smiled, Orion shot her a look. “How long will you be in the States?” Joe asked. “5 weeks total. We drive back to Austin on Tuesday. Then we’ll fly out of Dallas and back to Tokyo for school at the end.” Orion said as Joe joined her in the backseat. “What do I have to do to get y'all to come to Florida? Let me treat you and Munchkin.” Joe asked, his arm sliding across the seat behind Orion. “Book the flight. Just know that we only fly Emirates or private.” She smiled. “Anything for you.” Joe growled softly. “Keep telling me that and you're gonna be tied to your bed getting fucked past exhaustion. I'll take you way past your physical limit. I will break you and rebuild you into the perfect instrument of my pleasure and you'll love every minute of it. You will beg me for more and if you satisfy me just right…I'll make you French toast using the cinnamon rolls like you like.” Orion winked. “Girl…don't tempt me with a good time! The perfect instrument of your pleasure is some diabolical shit. I've asked about you…the men you've left in your wake always hunger for more of you. Shit, I should know…I was here first and I've got proof.” He smiled, pointing to their sleeping daughter. All Orion could do was laugh.

The entire ride back, Joe bounced between conversation with Darryl Jr. and quietly flirting with Orion. “You are working pretty hard for a guy with no endgame.” she teased. “I'm a long game guy, you know this. Long hair, long money, long strokes.” He winked. “Joe, brother you are absolutely yoked! You must have a home gym.” Darryl Jr. teased. “Oh, he absolutely does! He films his thirst traps there.” Orion teased. “Well, we can’t all live in high rise condos with floor to ceiling windows with Shibuya in the background.” Joe laughed. “Boy, you live in Miami…you can totally live in a high rise overlooking South Beach!” she laughed. “A high rise in South Beach is no place to raise a family.” Joe shrugged, winking at Orion. “Aye, stop flirting with her.” Darryl laughed. “Sorry, your client is an irresistible force, an immoveable object. I couldn’t help myself. Her aura is undeniable.” Joe laughed. Orion nodded.

“I can’t believe that she slept the whole ride.” Joe laughed as he carried Phynix inside. “Baby girl doesn’t play about her sleep. Just gonna take her shoes off and leave her be. Oh…and put her bonnet on.” Orion nodded as Joe followed her up the stairs to the bedroom. Joe laid Phynix down on the bed and removed her shoes while Orion pulled the ponytail from her curls and pulled her bonnet on. “She’s so fuckin cute…just like her damn mama.” Joe grumbled, turning the light off. “Oh wait.” Orion laughed, putting the Roman plush next to Phynix. “It's her new favorite thing.” Orion smiled as she closed the door behind her. “Want a drink? I think the Champ needs one.” Orion asked as they walked back downstairs. “Let me guess…by The Champ you were talking about yourself.” Joe laughed. “Us. We need a drink. It's been an emotional day. Bourbon or Apple Crown?” Orion asked as they stopped in the kitchen. She could see that someone had already lit the fire pit in the backyard, probably her mother. “Bartender's choice.” Joe shrugged. “On the rocks or neat?” Orion asked. “On the rocks, please.”

Orion handed Joe a glass before sitting down next to him on the outdoor loveseat. “I had fun today, Ri. Thank you for inviting me.” Joe spoke, sipping his drink. “I thought it was the easiest way to get you acclimated to how we operate. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. Seeing you with her had me in my feelings all day. It was all I've ever wanted. Now, I don't have to tell her that you died in the war.” She laughed. “Damn. You were gone write me off like that? Cold blooded.” He shook his head. “It was easier for the time being. She's six, it's way too early to tell her that Mommy was the other woman.” Orion sighed. “You broke my heart, you know that? I wanted to marry you real bad, you were the sweetest thing. A literal angel and I'm so sorry for breaking you.” Joe sighed as he downed the rest of his drink in one gulp. 

“You shattered my heart, but a piece of you made it whole again. She's the best parts of you and the best parts of me. That incredible little human in there…we did that! I mean…I did ALL of the heavy lifting but you helped a little bit. I wish I had a gold star to give you. Roman Reigns being her favorite was meant to be and her finding you backstage in a sea of people was fate. She normally never leaves my side, but she did for her Dad. Like the Anoa’i in you called out to the Anoa’i in her. Hopefully, that eases some of the guilt.” Orion shrugged as she sipped her drink. “I get the feeling that you’ve already made your decision about where you’ll wrestle next.” Joe laughed. “You do? Hmm…interesting. You think you know me so damn well, don’t you?” she laughed. “Cuz I do know you. And I am mentally planning my trip to Tokyo already. Besides, even I have dreamed of wrestling in the Tokyodome.” Joe laughed as he nudged her with his arm. 

Two weeks later

“So…let me get this straight. You want me to come meet the woman you were about to leave me for and your side baby?” Shar laughed over the phone as Joe drove to the private airport. “Shar, don’t act brand new now. This was your idea! Kris is invited too. Don't just drop off Harrison and dip. It's a family thing…mom will be there.” Joe explained, Shar loved his mom. “Are you kidding me? I wouldn't miss this. Harrison is hyped to be a big brother. Cuz ain't no more babies coming from me…pregnancy was trash!” Shar laughed. “Apparently, I have a type. I like women who hate being pregnant but are amazing mothers.” Joe laughed as he drove through the gate and was directed to the appropriate hangar. “Samoans make big babies. And I need to see how you act around Orion cuz you be openly thirsting for her anytime I bring her up.” Shar giggled. 

Their flight landed right on time. Joe got out of his truck as he watched the porter walk up the stairs and bring the bags down to his truck. He smiled as he saw Phynix’s head pop up into one of the windows. She waved, he waved back. “Mommy, are you excited to see Daddy? I heard you tell Nana that he was cute.” Phynix giggled as she put her shoes on. “He’s very cute. But he also annoys me.” Orion laughed. “My Daddy is not annoying!” Phynix pouted as she scurried down the stairs and right into Joe’s arms. “Yes, he is!” Orion called out after her. It would be the first time they had been in each other’s presence since her and Phynix spent the night with him the Monday after Mania. Orion almost broke her rule to not sleep with him regardless of how sexy he was while being a father to their daughter. “This isn’t about you, this is about your baby meeting her family.” Orion spoke to herself as she grabbed her tote bag and left the plane. 

A smile crept onto Joe’s lips as he watched Orion descend the stairs. He wasn’t starstruck often but there was something about her that never failed to drop his jaw. “Hey Champ.” she smiled. “Hey Beautiful.” Joe smiled as he went in for a kiss. She backed away. “Not now.” she mouthed, her head tilting to their daughter who was watching intently. “Copy that.” Joe nodded, opting for a big hug instead. “Are we going to your house?” Phynix asked. “Yes, we are. Should we stop and get a treat first?” Joe asked. “I love treats! What kind of treats do they have in Miami?” Phynix asked as Joe strapped her into her booster seat. “There’s all kind of snacks down here. Whatever you can think of, Munchkin.” Joe smiled. “I know you don’t need help climbing up, country girl.” Joe teased. “You’re right…I don’t. Ain’t that high anyway.” Orion teased. His hand stopped her before she could open the door. “Ri, wait. I’m glad y’all are here.” he smiled. “I just bet you are. Thank you for having us. Listen…I don’t want her to see us kissing on each other and think that mommy & daddy are together. I think we just enjoy kissing each other.” Orion smiled, leaning up to kiss him. “We not together…yet. I told you what I wanted, same thing I’ve always wanted…you. And I know that I gotta earn you.” Joe smiled as he opened the door for her to get in. There was a bouquet of roses on the seat. “You’re supposed to be spoiling her, not me.” Orion teased. “I plan on doing both equally.”

“OMG…do they still have Wawa here? I haven’t been in ages.” Orion sighed as they drove around. “They do, there’s one not too far from the house. I can take you anywhere you want to go and you wanna go to Wawa?” Joe teased. “Yes. And I have to have at least one chicken tender Pub Sub while I’m here.” Orion smiled. “I see that you still find joy in the small things cuz ya boy was still on the come up back then. I could afford drinks from Wawa and Publix Subs.” Joe laughed. “Don’t let the nice watches and diamond chains fool you. I’m still just a girl from Texas just like you’re still just a pretty boy from a small beach town in Florida.” Orion teased. “Not too much on my babyface spiel. It worked at the time and it’s facts. Shit still works actually.” Joe teased as they pulled into Wawa, Phynix was asleep. “Strawberry Mango lemonade still your favorite?” Orion asked. “Wow, girl. I can’t believe that you remembered. Yes…don’t forget the dried strawberries.” Joe smiled, handing her his card. “Oooh, big spender.” she teased as she went inside the store.

Orion’s phone rang as she stood to wait for their drinks. “What?” she grumbled. “Sounds like you’re still mad. It’s not that big of a deal. The baby will be born, life goes on.” the voice on the other end grumbled. “Yeah, Stephon…I’m still fuckin’ mad! You wanna be exclusive, then you don’t wanna be exclusive. Now you got a baby on the way? Even that was fine cuz we weren't together at the time but you've known for months and had been in my bed several times since then and said NOTHING is what hurts the most. And…I had to hear it from someone else? You should’ve told me. It’s whatever cuz I’m not being involved with someone who doesn’t want to commit to me but wants me to commit to them. That’s not how shit works, Swerve! Maybe you’ll figure it out for the next chick or not…I’m off it.” Orion grumbled as she hung up and shoved her phone back into her pocket. He called back immediately and was sent to voicemail. “PERIODT!” the worker putting her drinks into a carrier smiled. “I don’t need that.” Orion sighed sadly. Wrestlers were all the same. “Honey, men come a dime a dozen. Pretty girl like you? Won't be lonely for long. And what he won’t do…another man will.” she smiled. “Yep…including giving you his Amex Black card for your snacks. Have a good one.” Orion smiled as she turned to walk away. “I know that’s right! Tell him to take you shopping!” the woman laughed.

Joe could sense whatever was going on with Orion just by her walk. “What’s wrong?” Joe asked. “Nothing. We can go.” She snapped as she handed him his drink. “No, we not going until you tell me what's wrong. Did someone in there say something to you? What he look like?” Joe roared softly, unbuckling his seatbelt. “Nobody in there said anything crazy to me. I can handle that.” She sighed. “Ok, so what's wrong? Ri, talk to me.” He sighed, turning her face to him. “He’s having a baby. Didn't even have the balls to tell me himself. Then wants to act like I’m tripping cuz I’m pissed about it.” Orion sighed. “Damn, that fuckin sucks.” Joe grumbled. “I don't even know why I try anymore.” Orion shrugged. “Don’t sweat it. That ass is far too fat for you to be dealing with that bullshit. I can get a few of the Uces to put hands on him if you want.” Joe smiled. “You would think that I would have learned my lesson by now. Wrestlers don't make good romantic partners for me.” She sighed. “We were good together.” He laughed. “I was your fuckin mistress!” She roared, both of them froze when Phynix stirred slightly in the backseat.

“And I'll keep apologizing until the day I die. And I'd rather leave both belts in the middle of the ring and leave that world behind before I'd ever hurt you again. I mean that, Orion.” Joe spoke. “I'd never ask you to do that. I know how hard you work. Those belts are your birthright. I'm just…I hate when I let men hurt my feelings, but I'm just a girl who wants to be in love and loved in return.” Orion spoke. “What can I do to make you feel better? Wanna ride my face? You used to love that.” He winked. “How’s that supposed to make me feel better?!” Orion laughed, smacking him on the arm. “Oh, we both know it will make you feel like a brand new woman. I'll take that as a no but at least it made you smile. Crying over men is not very Hot Girl of you, Orion.” He teased. “Shut up!” Orion spoke, a dramatic gasp erupting from the backseat.

“Mama! That's not very nice!” Phynix yawned, rubbing the sleep from her eyes. “Yeah, not very nice of you Mama!” Joe pouted. “Your dad will be ok. Look how big & strong he is!” Orion groaned. “Munchkin, she hurt me right here in my feelings.” Joe pouted, pointing to his heart. “Oh no. Mama, you gotta fix it before he cries. Boys are wimps.” Phynix giggled. “Oh, she is definitely your child.” Joe laughed. “I'm so sorry that I hurt the Tribal feelings. According to Munchkin, forehead kisses make it better. Bring me that forehead.” Orion laughed, kissing his forehead. “Do you feel better, Daddy?” Phynix asked. “Actually, I do. Thanks, babymama.” Joe laughed as he finally started the truck. “What’s that word mean? Babymama?” Phynix asked. “That’s all you, Big guy. Now you can be the one having these conversations.” Orion laughed as she busied herself in her drink. “It's just like it sounds, Munchkin. You're my baby. She's your mama.” Joe explained.

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“Ohh, I see. So you have two babymamas?” Phynix asked, Orion swallowed a laugh. “Yes, I do because I have two children. And their mothers are very smart and beautiful.” Joe winked at Orion. “So will you and Mama have another baby so she can be your babymama again?” Phynix asked. “Only if your mama wants to.” Joe smiled in Orion’s direction. “Good answer, Chief.” Orion laughed. “Mommy, do you want to have another baby with Daddy?”

Orion rolled out of bed and went to wash her face and brush her teeth. “Mama, what are you wearing today? Can we match?” Phynix asked. “Baby girl, I'm not wearing a Roman Reigns shirt. Maybe we can just match shoes?” Orion suggested. “Will you wear a red bow in your hair too?” The little girl asked. “I'll leave the bows for the prettiest little girl in the world. We'll figure something out. Either way…we'll look so cutie!” Orion smiled as Phynix scampered off. Orion’s phone rang, of course it was Joe. “Good morning babymama.” He laughed. “Don’t you have pre-match prep to do?” She laughed. “I just finished some light stretching and now I'm about to have breakfast, shower and head over to the arena. What are you wearing right now?” He spoke.

“Boy, bye!” Orion groaned. “I'm playing. I just wanted to thank you for the picture of sleeping beauty. Would've been nice to have one of my other sleeping beauty. You still sleep on your stomach with your ass kinda in the air like a mountain climber?” Joe laughed. He used to love watching her sleep and had a small, private collection of her sleeping in various hotel rooms when he brought her on the road with him. “Shut up!” Orion grumbled. “That means yes. Y'all sitting ringside tonight?” Joe asked. “Yeah, we’ll be on the floor on the left of where the announcers will be sitting. Don’t be blowing me kisses and shit. I know how you like to be extra and put on a show.” Orion laughed. “Gotta keep up the act that I’m happily married.” Joe laughed. “Yeah, but me and your wife look nothing alike. She’s a cute little petite thing with a blonde pixie cut. And then there’s me…built like an Asgardian. The people will notice if you’re blowing kisses to someone else.” Orion laughed. “I’m gonna tell her you said she was cute. You could always just act surprised and flirt back.” Joe laughed. “Why are you on my phone, Leati?” Orion grumbled. “Whoa, mama. No need to whip out the government name. Just calling cuz…you’ve always been good at helping me clear my head. Distract me please. What’s going on with you?” he asked. “I’m torn between staying in New Japan or signing with WWE. I’ve literally conquered everything there is over there. It’s safe, it’s home and I’m so, so grateful for the faith they have in me. But is it time for something different?” Orion sighed. “Ri, as much as I’d love to have you and Phynix within arms reach…I honestly think you should stay put in New Japan. You’re the leader of the top faction in all of wrestling, more popular than my Bloodline. You’re doing cool shit over there. I like watching you work and can’t wait to see what you do next.” Joe smiled. “Yeah, so you can bite it and use it for your Bloodline.” Orion grumbled. “You’re part of that Bloodline now. I just want you to know that whatever you need, whatever Phynix needs…I got you.” Joe sighed. “Thanks. For now…just be her favorite WWE wrestler. Tonight, be her double champion. Tomorrow, you can be her father.” Orion sighed. “Got it. See you later? And send me more pics of my princess.” Joe laughed as they ended the call.

“Mama, you were on the phone for 27 minutes! I almost starved to death.” Phynix groaned as Orion walked into the kitchen. “Chill, drama queen. It was…business.” Orion shrugged. “Contract business or…” Darryl spoke. “Personal. A follow-up from last night’s dinner.” she smiled. “Oh goodness.” Darryl grumbled. “Baby girl…did you have a date last night?” Orion's father asked. “Nooo. It was a business dinner.” Orion laughed as she sipped her orange juice. “Mommy’s gonna kiss a boy today!” Phynix blurted out. “She is? What's his name, Munchkin?" Darryl Sr. laughed. “Yeah…what's his name, sis?” Darryl Jr. teased. “Apparently…he's finer than frog hair…right, ma?” Orion teased. “That was supposed to be a secret, Munchkin!” Candice laughed. “Oh? Nana said someone was cuter than me?” Darryl Sr. asked. “That's what I was told. I dunno Dad, you might have to throw hands with your Tribal Chief.” Orion teased.

“Oh snap. You got my back, Baby girl? I know there's beef there anyway.” Darryl smiled. “Copy that. I'll handle him, you gotta take both Usos though.” Orion nodded, her father nodded in agreement. “I can try to get that booked for Backlash.” DJ laughed. “I don’t beat up on old people. The Tribal Chief can live to fight another day.” Orion laughed.

Later that day

“Big Uce, you good? The energy has been different today. Cuz I know you not nervous about this match. You and Brock have great ring chemistry.” Josh asked. “Had dinner with Orion Wolff last night.” Joe spoke. “Ohhh…that shit still hittin’ like it used to back in the day?” Josh laughed. He remembered how they were always together despite Joe being in a whole relationship. Joe was very much in love with Orion James. “TKO is trying to sign her. Nick thought it would be a good idea for her to get a feel of the company from the top guy. It was just dinner…maybe some heavy flirting.” Joe sighed. “I remember that time she put you in that Blue Thunder Bomb at the PC. Rocked your world.” Jon teased as he lowered his headphones. “Man, I let her do that!” Joe grumbled. He did not let her do that, she was strong and fast and got the best of him during a lot of their ring time together that was just the first there was an audience. “I got something to tell y’all but it can’t leave this room for now.” Joe spoke. “Oh? Well, spill it.” Jon  spoke as he turned his full attention to his cousin. “We have a little girl. She’s six, named Phynix.” Joe smiled, showing them the folder he had made with the few photos Orion had sent him. “She’s too cute. She got your big ass ears.” Jey teased. “We haven’t told her. The other reason Orion is here was to tell me about her. I’m kinda nervous.” Joe sighed. “You? Nervous?” Josh teased. “What? Have you met a child that you didn’t know you had for the first time? Like…she’s six but…she’s a different six than Harrison was.” Joe sighed. “No, I haven’t. My advice is…either be in her life 100% or be out 100%. Don’t be like our dads where they were in and out. No kid deserves that.” Jon shrugged, going back to texting with his wife. “No, I’m 100% in as long as Orion wants me to be.” Joe spoke. “And what about you and Orion? We remember how depressed you were when she left.” Jon asked.

“I think I fucked up.” Joe grumbled. “Shar found out about Orion?” Josh asked. “No. Orion found out about Shar. She kicked me out.” Joe sighed. “Yikes. Uce, you said that you were leaving Shar. You actually said it months ago!” Jon grumbled. “I know, I know. Problem is, I love her too.” Joe grumbled, tears welling up in his eyes. “As many times as Shar has left you and came back…you ain’t never shed a tear. Been upset? Yeah, but cry? This is new. All that girl wanted was to be loved out loud by you. What happened?” Josh asked as they sat in traffic outside the Chicago airport. “Some guy she met at Barnes & Noble texted her about a book they’re reading and I snapped. Told her she was just something to fuck when I was tired of Shar. Y’all…I called her a thing. She’s not some thing, she’s everything.” Joe groaned. 

“If you don’t want to keep it, I’ll take you to the clinic. I’ll pay for it.” Darryl spoke as his baby sister cried in his arms. “I’ve always wanted to be a mom. But I thought I’d have the man to go with the baby.” Orion sobbed. “Girl, women have been raising babies alone since the dawn of time. And you won’t be alone. He won’t be there but we will.” Darryl sighed. “I hate him, but that’s not this baby’s fault. They’re innocent. They deserve a chance even if it is part of him. Can we just go get carne asada fries instead?”

“Mommy! Can you take my picture by the Roman Reigns logo?” Phoenix beamed as they approached the stadium. “Anything for you, Munchkin.” Orion smiled as the little girl waited her turn in line. “They’d push her to the front of the line if they knew.” Candice teased. “Shh! That is a conversation for tomorrow.” Orion snapped softly. “I know. She’s gonna be fine. She’s a resilient kid. Besides…the way he’s been blowing your phone up all day…he wants to be in her life. Yeah…I’ve noticed. And…baby girl you smile when you look at the phone.” Candice smiled. “I’m happy for her. My baby deserves a relationship with her daddy.” Orion sighed. “Facts, I’m glad that you’ve finally gotten to this point. I’m proud of your growth, Ri. You were angry for so long.” Candice smiled, hugging her only daughter. “I’m still angry, but they look so damn cute together, Ma look.” Orion groaned, showing her the pic she had taken Friday night. “Oh…she kinda has some of his face. Definitely has his big ears.” Candice laughed. “That was the first thing he clocked. He’s missed so much. I’m a horrible person.” Orion frowned. “Mommy! I’m up next!” Phynix gushed. The little girl’s eyes lit up as the man in front of her draped his Championship belt over her shoulder and stepped out of frame. “Thank you so much!” Candice smiled as Orion snapped a few pics that she immediately sent to Joe.

After a bathroom break and carne asada fries, the show began. Despite the noise, Phynix crawled into Orion’s lap and took a nap. “How is she sleep?” Orion’s father asked. “One thing my child is going to do is take her a nap.” Orion laughed. “Just like her mama!” Candice added, remembering all the times Orion would fall asleep in the oddest places. “Phy, let’s go potty before the main event.” Orion kissed her forehead until the little girl’s eyes fluttered open. They made it back in time to see Roman walking in, flanked by The Usos and Paul Heyman walking behind him with the blue belt. “He’s soo cool!” Phynix laughed. Joe’s eyes scanned the crowd, a sea of blended faces until his gaze came across the little girl with the big red bow in her hair and her fine Mama with the curls. A smirk formed on his lips as he raised the belt above his head before more pyro hit. After that moment, he had to push them to the back of his mind and focus on the match. Brock was no easy opponent but he knew the script. Based on the first few sequences, Orion knew the script too. She found enjoyment in watching Phynix watch with bated breath as Roman kicked out at 2.999 every time. Her little hand squeezed Orion’s. “Is he gonna win, Mom?” Phynix asked. “I think he will and then he’ll be the Undisputed Champion in all of WWE.” Orion smiled. “I’ll be so very happy.” Phynix smiled.

“1…2…3.”

“And he’s your winner and Undisputed WWE Universal Champion…Roman Reigns!”

The crowd pop was insane. They really had just put both belts on the man who had been carrying the company on his back since he came back in 2020…since he decided that he needed something new for his character…since he needed her. Their eyes met as the pain of a dislocated shoulder coursed through his veins along with a healthy dose of adrenaline. His lips smiled quickly before his smile fully shifted to his soft brown eyes. Orion nodded with a smile as she celebrated with Phynix. “I’m so happy! Now he has two belts but you still have more.” Phynix squealed, hugging Orion’s neck as the fireworks went off from the stage.

After a video call to his son Harrison who was in Missouri for his grandma’s funeral, Joe relaxed until it was time to do his presser. He grabbed his phone and lurked on Orion’s IG. It was filled with reels of her and the family enjoying the show. His favorite moment was Phynix napping in Orion’s lap during one of the matches. “I hope I made her proud.” Joe shoved his phone into his cargo pocket as he grabbed both belts and stepped out into the press area. 

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“Orion, now you have no choice but to acknowledge me.”

“And yet…here you are. Watching to see greatness with your own eyes.” He scoffed. “You kept tugging at my cape, eventually I was going to show up. Big Mama will be watching. Impress me Champ.” Orion smiled, patting his chest as she turned to walk away. Maybe dinner with Orion wasn't the best idea after all. Joe pushed their interaction into a neat little box in his mind and prepared for his segment tonight. He knew that he had to go extra hard when he saw her face in the crowd while on the mic.

“Mommy & Uncle D gotta go work now. Nana & Pop-pop will stay and watch the rest of the show with you. And I'll come say goodnight when I get home. Ok?” Orion smiled as Phynix sat in her lap. “Are you going to have sushi? Can you bring me some spicy tuna rolls back?” Phynix pleaded. “Spicy tuna rolls? My grandbaby’s so bougie.” Candice teased. “Monday, we'll go for sushi…and cupcakes. Deal?” Orion smiled.  “Ok mama. I miss you already!” The little girl smiled, kissing Orion’s cheek and crawling into her grandfather's lap.

“You ready for this?” Darryl asked Orion as they were escorted by security backstage. The majority of WWE fans did not watch any other wrestling promotions aside from WWE so she could move around pretty freely. She had signed 3 autographs the whole night and watched the show in peace with her family. “Not even. Why did they have to invite him? And why did my child have to run into his arms? They looked so natural D. Like it's been happening her whole life. I'm a horrible person.” She sighed, feeling tears building behind her eyes. “No, you're not! Don't ever say that. You fell in love and he broke you. I was there when you wanted to go to the clinic. I would've taken you. You rerouted your career to become a mother because you are a wonderful person. You're a goddamn great mother, too. Phynix is smart, happy and very loved. We used to wish that we had adventures like she does when we were kids. She's the Black and Samoan daughter of the two top wrestlers on the planet. She lives in Tokyo and takes Taekwondo from one of the top instructors in Japan. You're doing an amazing job and regardless of if you join here or stay in Japan…Phynix is going to be good.” Darryl smiled at his little sister. Orion nodded, a single tear sliding down her cheek. She wiped it away and locked back into Orion Wolff. “Thank you, brother. I needed to hear that.” She smiled as they approached Nick Khan & Joe. “No problem. Being your hype man is part of my job as a brother. Let's go see if they're ready to be serious about you. Makeup still looks good.”

“There she is. The woman of the hour. Family enjoying the show?” Nick asked. “Yes, my baby girl is in heaven. She even got to meet her 2nd favorite before the show.” Orion smiled. “2nd favorite? Ohhh…right.” Joe smiled. “You looked…decent out there, Champ. That was almost a solid promo.” Orion teased. “Almost?” Joe scoffed. “Yep. Don't worry…you'll get there.” she winked. “I mean…we can't all be Thanos. Some of us have to be Thor.” Joe laughed as they walked along. “I'm honored you see me as such a threat but I am merely me. I’m Hela. My daughter on the other hand…destroyer of worlds, that one. She Who Remains. When it's all said and done she will forever be my greatest accomplishment. My gift to a world that honestly isn't deserving of her.” Orion sighed. “You have such a way with words. You always have.” Joe smiled as they all got into a car to go to dinner. 

Orion sat in the backseat of a black Escalade sandwiched between her brother and Joe. “Can a bitch get some goddamn legroom? We all know I've got the biggest dick back here.” She grumbled before they both afforded her additional space. “See? Told ya!” She giggled as she got a bunch of pictures from her parents. After the show, Phynix got to meet Michael Cole, Booker T & Queen Sharmell and Samantha Irvin before they left. “Nick, my daughter is living her best life this weekend. One of her classmates was coming this weekend and she immediately wanted to come too.” Orion spoke. “Glad we could accommodate. Glad I could finally get Darryl on the phone.” Nick laughed from the front seat. 

“What kind of school year do they have in Japan?” Joe asked. “They go from the middle of May to the middle of February.” Orion spoke without looking up from her phone. “So, Joe…still just the one kid?” Darryl asked, neglecting the hard shot to the ribs he just took from his little sister. He'd have a bruise in the morning. “Yeah. My wife hated being pregnant.” Joe shrugged. “I'm with her. The best part about being pregnant, aside from the baby, was that people were nicer to me.” Orion sighed. “People are always nice to pretty girls.”Joe commented as the truck came to a stop in front of the restaurant. “Men are only nice to the pretty girls they want to fuck. Plenty of women are only nice to women they feel aren't as pretty as them. It's even more rare that people are nice to the pretty, fat girl.” Orion spoke bluntly. “Who’s hungry?” Nick laughed as he climbed out. Joe got out first. “Wolff, best behavior. Let me handle the numbers, you just be your charming self.” Darryl smiled as he climbed out the other side. Before Orion could turn to follow him, Joe's hand reached for hers. She took it and slid across the seat to his side. “I still have manners, Ri.” He grumbled as he closed the door behind her.

“They closed early for us.” Nick smiled as they approached the front door of Pappas Bros. Steakhouse. “Mr. Khan, please come this way.” The doorman smiled as he held the door open. “You've been in the gym probably getting chiseled haven't you?” Orion teased as her and Joe walked behind Nick & Darryl. “Something like that.” He admittedly had been working out 3 times a day to be in his best shape for this match against Brock Lesnar. “Yeah, ok. I'm willing to bet money that you're all cut up like a statue under this Gucci sweater.” Orion teased. “Well, we can't all be built like a goddess. They should've just asked you to be Wonder Woman…much better actress, I’m sure.” Joe smiled. “I’ve worked hard for this body. I'd be willing to play Nubia, though. I can hear your stomach growling from here, Joe.” Orion smiled as she walked past him.

“Darryl, join me at the bar?” Nick asked. Darryl nodded and they walked away. “Hmm, strike 1.” Orion mumbled as she glanced at the menu. “What’s wrong?” Joe asked. “If I am the commodity being discussed, I should be present in the discussion. Should I not?” She sighed, knowing fully that Darryl had her back and he wouldn’t let it slide. “Want my opinion?” Joe asked, stopping to order a gin & tonic. Orion ordered a Negroni. “I don't but I know you'll give it to me.” Orion laughed as the waiter walked away. “If you were my client, I'd advise you not to sign here.” Joe grumbled as he looked over the menu. “Really? That’s not what I was expecting to hear from you. Why is that?” Orion asked, sitting the menu down. She had heard her mother's reasons but to hear the same from the top guy was slightly alarming. “There’s a myriad of reasons. First off, you can actually fuckin’ wrestle and that ain't what they want…especially from the women. I know you’ve seen how they book Nattie. Two…I know that they aren't going to pay you what you're worth. You make more money than I do, which is insane. And thirdly, how am I supposed to work with you when I still remember what you taste like on my tongue?” Joe growled lowly. “You can't still be sprung after 6 years, Joe.” Orion laughed. “I wouldn't call it sprung but…I wouldn't not call it sprung.” Joe laughed as the waiter sat their drinks down.

“Still deciding?” The older man asked. “We're still waiting on two others.” Orion spoke. “I think they ditched us.” Joe laughed softly, pointing to Nick & Darryl sitting at a different table near the bar. “Is this supposed to be a romantic dinner? They threw you to me as an offering?” Orion groaned, ordering a ribeye, garlic mashed potatoes and broccolini. “I came willingly.” Joe laughed as he ordered grilled chicken with roasted asparagus and wild rice pilaf. “Why?” Orion asked. “Well…you're gorgeous and who wouldn't want to have dinner with a gorgeous woman? And…you're my muse. And…we got a really cute kid.” Joe laughed. “Joe…listen I” 

“You don't have to explain yourself to me, baby. I knew it from the moment she told me that you were her mom. You told me that you needed to talk to me about something that night. I thought it was to tell me that you had got cut, and I thought an orgasm might soften the blow. But then that guy texted you and then I blurted that you were just something to do when I didn't want to fuck my girl and I just…it still replays in my mind. It wasn't true. And I wasn't shit for that. You deserved better. And, she’s got my big ass ears.” He sighed as he swirled his drink around in the glass. 

“No, no…I should've reached out. You deserved to know. Honestly, that's part of the reason I'm here. She asks about her father once every few months and since she's also been asking about Wrestlemania…I figured fuck it. Kill two birds with one stone. And of course you happen to be her favorite wrestler.” Orion sighed as her plate was placed in front of her. “My advice still remains…don't sign here. I'd love to have you close and get to know her but…I want you to still perform at the highest level. Even I have an Orion Wolff shirt. You know, I stopped mentoring after you left. Being in the PC reminded me too much of how badly I fucked up. And…my one & only protégé is the best women’s wrestler on the planet! I can't do any better than that.” Joe sighed, shoving a piece of chicken into his mouth to shut himself up. Orion was about to say something but opted for a bite of her perfectly cooked steak.

“You've done an amazing job with Phynix. Not for nothing but talking to her was the best 5 minutes of my day…aside from talking to you, of course.” Joe smiled. “Don't sweet talk me. It's been hard but it takes a village. My parents are well known in all the neighborhood shops. Uncle Darryl visits frequently and any long school break, we're in the States. Honestly, she loves it over here. Smoked brisket is her absolute favorite food on earth.” Orion laughed. “Beef brisket is amazing…especially when it's in Texas!” Joe smiled. “My father makes an amazing one. I got him this huge smoker a couple years ago and I swear he's a part-time pitmaster now. The rest of his time he spends growing vegetables. He also spends a lot of time watching wrestling.” Orion laughed. “Of course. I'll admit that ever since you've called me out, I've gone down a serious YouTube rabbit hole. Tell Will Ospreay that it's on sight…nobody's son lays a hand on you. Actually, it's fuck all of United Empire. Want to know something?” Joe smiled. “What's up?” She asked. “We were having a movie night and somehow, we ended up watching Lucha Underground. The twins clocked your tat immediately and made sure to point out that I used to mentor you…in front of my wife. You ate that Penta Destroyer and somehow managed to kick out and win that match. I never knew you could flip like that.” Joe laughed. “Yeah, I can move! That was a lover's quarrel that we brought to work and made everyone's problem.” Orion laughed. “You and Penta? Really? Wow…you like ‘em old, don't you?” Joe teased. “They usually don't mind that I have a kid.” Orion shrugged. “I don't mind either.” Joe grumbled. 

“As you sit here in a wedding band. I'm nobody's side chick, Joe. Not anymore.” Orion scoffed. “It's not like that, Ri.” He groaned, sensing her anger building. “Well, please enlighten me.” She snapped softly. “We've been separated for almost a year. Divorce was finalized 3 weeks ago. Aside from the family, you're the only one who knows.” Joe sighed as he finished his drink. “Wow, sorry to hear that.” Orion spoke. “No, you're not. And that's ok.” Joe laughed. “Never been married but I know plenty of people who are. Whether or not it's a good marriage, I feel sympathetic to the plight of having to separate your lives from each other. Jesus Joe, I hate you but I'm not a complete monster.” She laughed as she downed the rest of her drink. “You hate me?” He asked as the waiter sat fresh drinks in front of them. 

“You made me believe that you loved me. Like I was special.” Orion sighed, setting her fork down and staring into her glass. “What we had was real, Orion. And you are so special to me. I was so delusional that I married Shar in an attempt to get over you. Did I love her? Yeah, but not the same way that I loved you. I was going to leave her for you.” He sighed. “I don't believe you but none of that matters anymore. I'm not the chubby girl that snagged the hot guy only to be left so completely devastated and pregnant by that hot guy.” Orion sighed, her intense gaze catching his. “I don't remember it happening exactly like that. I had to get dressed outside your door hearing your cries on the other side. All I wanted to do was hold you and tell you that I was sorry. I had to go on the road and when I came back…you had packed up and moved. You blocked me on Instagram and Twitter. You never posted on Facebook. Nobody at the PC knew where you went. I was the one left devastated.” Joe grumbled.

“So you swagger jacking my whole entire flow was what? A cry for attention?” Orion laughed. “That shit worked though. Actually, I have my late father to thank for that. Between my leukemia coming back and then the pandemic…I was thinking of hanging up my boots. The Big Dog had grown stagnant because that wasn't really me. He suggested that I check out the leader of Bullet Club. He suggested specific elements and I got a little greedy. Your character work is amazing but…you're really like that. A whole baddie, but you always were.” Joe smiled. “So you acknowledge your Packmaster?” She smiled. “Is there a punishment if I say no?” Joe winked. “Yo…chill out. Let me know…you about to be Roman Two Belts or…” Orion laughed. “You know I can't tell you that but I would love to show our daughter that Daddy can have multiple belts too. Speaking of our daughter…when can I meet her?” Joe asked excitedly.  “Pump ya damn brakes. Focus on beating Lesnar first.” Orion laughed. 

Joe grabbed her hand, his eyes examining her nails. “I like these. You wrestle in these? There’s no way.” He laughed. “No. Mom put these on yesterday. These are off duty nails.” Orion smiled. “They look…fun…like I need them wrapped around my…nevermind.” He winked, his face trying to ignore the freaky thoughts in his mind. “You gotta chill. I keep telling you that I'm not the same girl you used to have whimpering in her bed.” Orion laughed softly. “Those were amazing nights. I need a night like that so I'm focused tomorrow.” Joe winked. Orion leaned in, her nails digging into his beard, his pulse quickening. “Aht aht, Champ. Not so fast. You have to earn your way back into this pussy.” She laughed. His tongue slowly parted his lips, his head dropping back slightly at the feel of her nails scratching his skin. “I'll do anything.” He moaned softly, his massive hands gripping the edge of the table.

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