This idea for a story has been running around in my head since Renee first replaced Michael Cole in the weekly interview.

Don't hate on me for this story. My imagination sometimes goes crazy and I try to be original. As much as I love Paul and Stephanie together and wish them endless happiness together, I think it's a crime to deny other women of the gift that is called Hunter Hearst Helmsley.

Give it a chance and dont forget - criticism is part of the creative journey, and I appreciate it.

I do NOT own Triple H's character, Although I would've liked to :)) I don't own any wrestling character on this fiction.

Special thanks to Coreys Kitten.

In case you were wondering the answer is yes. it's still all about The GAME and how you play it.

Love Works in Mysterious Ways

Chapter 1

Walking to her room in the middle of the night was second nature to him. Every night he would push the door open quietly to look at her. She looked just like her mother, he thought, as he watched his only daughter in her sleep.

"She's okay, you know." His longtime friend said quietly. "You don't have to do this every night."

He closed the door leaving just a small gap for the light to sneak in and brighten the room. Walking towards the tall silver-haired man, he smiled. "I know, Kev. I just can't help myself."

Kevin put his arm around his best friend's shoulder and said. "She's a great kid and she's fine. You need to stop worrying."

"I know, man." Hunter answered as they walked down the stairs. "Where's Shawn?"

They entered the living room to find the Heart Break Kid sleeping on the sofa. "Found him." They both laughed. "It's like he can fall asleep whenever, wherever."

"You didn't have to stay so late. You've done more than enough."

"I don't mind staying, you know we're not just here for Aurora, but he's going to whine if he wakes up with a sore neck."

"Take him home. I'm too tired to listen to him whine tonight. Thank you for watching Aurora today."

"You know I don't mind it, buddy. We're here for you, but you need to hire someone, you know, a woman. Your girl cannot hang out with old men all the time. She needs a woman in her life."

"The last time I hired a woman she was creepy and Aurora didn't like her. She was also a terrible cook."

"I can ask Tami to try and find someone, maybe Becca knows someone, or maybe, just maybe, you can start dating again."

"Don't start. I'll put an ad and start interviewing next week."

"You're impossible." He rolled his eyes at Hunter and turned to the sleepy Showstopper. "Hey, Shawn, yo, wake up, it's time to go home."

Shawn yawned as the two jacked up guys stood over him. "What time is it?"

"It is time for your beauty sleep." Hunter joked. "In your own house and your own bed."

Shawn dragged his tired body to Kevin's car and Hunter waved as they drove away. Walking back to the house, he thought about how lucky he was to have them here. As he dimmed the lights and looked around, taking in the feel of the quiet and empty house, he sighed. He could never get used to it. Every little thing around the big house reminded him of her and every time he was alone he could still feel her presence.

Whether it was in the bedroom, where she used to lie on her stomach reading a book, or in the living room sitting all curled up on the couch smiling at him. She was with him every minute of the day which made it impossible for him to even talk to another woman. No matter how much his friends tried, all the pool parties and the dinners they arranged for him, no woman could ever match her. They could see the emptiness and the lack of interest on his face. How he always looked for a quiet corner to hide from the women. They all wanted him to be happy again, but he didn't want to let anyone in, not even for Rory's sake.

Sitting in front of his computer, he sighed heavily and opened a new document. Hunter knew he had to do it. He understood no matter how much love his friends had for Aurora, he couldn't ask them to help him forever. She needed a woman in her life, Kevin was right. Sure, she had Rebecca, Shawn's wife, but she needed someone there all the time. Where would he find someone that would be good enough for the most precious thing he had in his life?

Reluctantly he started typing all the things he thought needed to be written.

Single father, he started and frowned. What a lame start, he mocked himself but kept writing, of an 8 year old girl, looks for a reliable and experienced nanny for a live-in position.

Duties included:

Light house work

Drive to and from school and other activities

Preparing lunch and dinner

Helping with homework

Shopping for children's requirements

Family errands, grocery shopping

Required:

A valid driver's license and a safe driving history

Police check certificate

After writing everything that came to mind, he made a note to himself to ask his secretary to add other details if needed.

On his way to his room he stopped at Rory's room just like always. When he put his hand on the doorknob, Kevin's words echoed in his head and he decided to go straight to his room. He was right, Aurora was just fine. How could she not be, when she had the coolest guys to hang out with all day?

The next day he drove her to school, just like every morning and then headed to his office. On the way, he thought about the things he needed to care of before the new nanny moved in. The designated room with the privet entrance that they built for the nanny, was probably covered with so much dust.

Stopping at a red light, he made a note to ask the housekeeper to clean it up properly and put things like sheets and towels in there. He hated every bit of it, letting someone into the house and trusting a stranger with his only daughter. Little Rory, he smiled as thought of her. She was the only one who could get him to really smile and not fake it. God only knew how much Hunter loved her.

Pulling up in his spot on the Titan Tower parking garage, he noticed that Vince's car wasn't there and was relieved. The old man was probably out of town for business, which meant Hunter could leave work early and surprise his little girl by having dinner with her.

Maggie, his secretary, was waiting in his office with his cup of coffee in her hand. Like every morning, he walked in at the same time with the same serious expression. It took a while for him to get used to the corporate life, to get used to wearing suits and ties.

"Good morning, boss."

"Morning Maggie. Did you get the Email I sent you this morning?"

"I did. I made the necessary adjustments like you asked and I will send it back to you right away, sir."

"No need. Just put your number on the ad and post it. I want to have the interviews at the house so just schedule for Friday noon, 2pm."

"I'll get right on it, sir."

The day went by faster than usual. After the morning meeting, Vince called and asked him to take care of a few things that weren't on the schedule. Hunter was always a fast learner. He had that gift in him, he was like a sponge, so he could take in so many things and adapt to anything. The transition, as hard as it was under the circumstances, went smooth because he lived and breathed the business since day one.

The chill-out music playing in the main room of the house made him role his eyes. He knew exactly what he was going to see when he entered the room. It was Tuesday, the yoga day. His daughter loved her crazy Uncle Dally, and practicing yoga with him was one of her favorite activities. Aurora was good at it, so good that Dallas wanted her to teach for DDP yoga, but Hunter didn't want to hear about it.

"I'm home." Hunter called as he leaned against the wall watching the two, bended on the mattress.

"Daddy!" Aurora ran towards him. "I thought you were working late tonight."

"I decided to surprise you." He hugged her and she kissed him.

"I'm glad you're here, daddy. Uncle Dally taught me new moves today, come watch."

She pulled him by the hand to sit on the couch in front of them and Dallas started laughing. "You're right on time, man. Your daughter is one talented girl."

"Did you make sure she finished her homework before you dragged her into this nonsense?"

"It wouldn't kill you to try this nonsense you know," he sat down facing him. "and she finished her homework, she had lunch with me and we were having fun until your grumpy ass walked in."

"Uncle Dally, you're not supposed to use that word when I'm around." Aurora pointed out with a sweet smile.

"That's right, Uncle Dally." Hunter mocked. "Watch your language."

"I'm sorry, sweetheart, you're right, but it doesn't mean that he's not grumpy."

Rory smiled at her crazy uncle and went to where her dad was sitting. "Daddy, I did finish all my homework without Uncle Dally's help and we had a turkey sandwich for lunch." She said as she sat on his lap and cuddled in his arms.

"I know, baby girl, and I'm glad you had fun today." He rocked her in his arms gently.

"Daddy, what are we having for dinner? I'm starting to get hungry."

"Whatever you want, baby."

"I want pizza tonight." She said and Hunter nodded, which surprised both Aurora and her uncle.

Dally started laughing. "Write me down for pepperoni, kid, before he changes his mind."

"What do you want, daddy?"

"Whatever you feel like, baby. I'm going to take a shower." He stood up and took the wallet out of back pocket. "Here you go." He handed it to her.

After they ate, Aurora went to get ready for bed, while Hunter walked Dallas to his car. "Thank you for today, Dally." He said as he put his arm around his friends shoulder.

"You have to stop thanking me every Tuesday, King," Dallas smiled. "I love spending time with her, she's a great kid."

"Don't call me that, Dally! you know I don't like it."

"You know that you've always been the king." Dallas smiled.

"It's been 6 years, Dally, you need to stop." His voice cracked. "It's not who I am anymore, Dally."

"You will always be the King of Kings, there will never be another Triple H."

"I posted an ad today, for a nanny." He changed the subject.

"Wow, big step, dude."

"I have to, you know Aurora is growing up so fast, she needs a woman in her life."

"Why a nanny though? Why not start dating again?"

"Not you too. I'm going with the easy solution."

"Well, who knows, maybe you'll marry the nanny." Dallas joked when he got into the car. "God only knows she's probably the only woman you'd be willing to talk to."

"Not going to happen. Go home you crazy yoga man."

"One day." He called as he drove away. "One day I'll get you to try it."

Hunter smiled as he walked back to the house and closed the door behind him. Who would've thought years ago, when they met at WCW and practiced together at the Power Plan that they would end up here? Such close friends that Dallas moved to Connecticut just to be with him in his time of need.

"What are you smiling about, daddy?"

"Nothing, baby. Dally said something funny just now." He answered as he sat on the big sofa. "Come sit, I want to talk to you about something."

The beautiful little girl walked to the couch slowly, trying to read her father's face. "Oh no, what did I do?"

"I don't know." He pulled her to his lap. "Did you do something I should know about?"

"I only asked Dally for his opinion." She said innocently and played with her father's large hand. "I didn't really do anything about it."

"Okay." He wasn't expecting for a confession, but tried to hold his poker face. "Tell me about it."

"It's no big deal daddy. I just heard 2 moms talking about you at school, saying how good looking you are and wanting to ask you out on a date." She confessed. "So I asked Uncle Dally why you never go out and if I should just give them your phone number."

"And what did your crazy uncle tell you?" He asked, hoping he wouldn't have to kill the crazy man.

"He said that you need some time, but not to give your number."

"Okay." Hunter was relieved and tried not to smile.

"Are you mad at me for not telling you?"

"No, baby, but please don't give my number to anyone, okay?"

"I won't." She hugged him."

"So, I need to ask something of you and I need you to hear me out first before you run away."

She nodded and knew that she wasn't going to like it if her dad sounded this serious.

"I posted an ad today, for a nanny." He started. "And I want you to know that I asked Maggie to schedule the interviews here on Friday because I want you to help me choose the right woman."

"Really, daddy?" She jumped and put her arms around his thick neck.

"Yes. I realized after the last time, that you have to deal with her more than I do, so it's only smart if you help me choose."

"But what if I don't like any of them?"

"We'll look until we find the one that you like."

"You promise?"

"Yes."

"I love you daddy, so much." The happy little girls said as she rested her head on his shoulder.

"Me to, baby," He kissed the top of her head as her rocked her lightly. "me too."

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