Sami hadn't had time for many relationships when he was wrestling in the independent scene, but now that he was in WWE he'd found someone that he loved. Bad part about that was people didn't really get the relationship he had with Charlotte Flair. They had gotten together almost six months ago and Sami didn't see anything weird about that. Sure, Charlotte was tough and wasn't exactly a sharer when it came to her feelings, but Sami could see through the walls she had put up, this persona of The Queen, and could see the underlying care and love that she just didn't know how to vocalize.

But of course, there were parts of their relationship that his coworkers and friends didn't see, like when he took her to a nice restaurant and she was smiling and talking to him completely relaxed, with no pressure of their job present, and no one to keep up appearances for. She even took him out, jokingly saying she wanted to show off her arm candy, and they went to places that he enjoyed and loved. She had even gone to one of his concerts with him, despite it not being her scene. He loved her, and she loved him, just not everyone could understand that from knowing them each individually.

Dean, however, was not one of those people. Out of everyone that Sami talked to backstage Dean seemed to be the one that supported his relationship and "got it" the most. He grinned as Dean talked animatedly about his hopes for the Draft, saying how Renee and Becky better come with him or he'd be skulking backstage at either Raw or Smackdown so he could see them. Sami chuckled and was about to respond when he heard his name being called by a familiar voice.

He smiled despite himself as he watched Charlotte glide her way down the hallway, no Dana in sight, and make her way to them. Her hair was falling onto her shoulders beautifully and framing her face. He would have to stop by the make up department and give his compliments to whoever did that to Charlotte. Sure, she was beautiful in pajamas at home with no make up, but times like these almost made him speechless. He noticed her glare over his shoulder and rolled his eyes.

Charlotte and Dean tolerated one another for his sake, though Sami would bet money that they secretly liked and respected one another. They would trade jabs and insults, but since Charlotte and Becky were beginning to talk again Dean was making an effort for Sami and Becky to get along with the RAW women's champion.

"Glad to see you aren't swimming in a dumpster tonight, Ambrose."

"Yeah, figured I'd get enough garbage from hearing you speak tonight out there, so thought I'd pass."

Sami tried to fight off an amused smile as he watched them glare at one another. Finally, Charlotte broke the stare down by turning to Sami, "We are going out after RAW tonight before we head to the next town."

Sami grinned at her, "I'm guessing you already have a place in mind?"

She scoffed, but Sami could see the mirth dancing in her eyes. "Of course I do. You should know better than to ask that."

Sami chuckled, holding up his hands. "I said I guessed didn't I?"

Charlotte hummed non-committedly, turning to Dean again, "Are you done taking up MY boyfriend's time?"

Sami couldn't help but grin a little. Most people saw Charlotte's enunciation of the word 'my' as a possessive thing that should have red lights flashing in his mind. Instead, Sami saw what Charlotte meant by it. She was not only claiming Sami in front of someone else, but she was defensive against those who might want to hurt him. Though Dean wasn't going to, Charlotte did it anyway and it made Sami feel fuzzy and lightheaded.

He always loved when she would claim him or acknowledge their relationship in front of others. Sami didn't have the best self-confidence in the world, so having someone so unashamed of him and being with him was always nice. When they were alone, she had less walls up that he had to see through, but she was still just as possessive of him. This coming from a girl who had to work and claw for everything and didn't want to lose her hold on it. Little did she know that Sami wasn't planning on going anywhere.

"Yeah, yeah, you guys can go make out in a broom closet or whatever it is you two do." Dean began to turn away, but not before smirking at Charlotte's affronted face.

Sami couldn't help but grin. "We make out in way classier places than a broom closet."

Dean laughed as he walked away while Charlotte swatted Sami on the back of the head. It seemed only half-hearted and when Sami turned to grin at her, she had humor in her eyes, though she was trying to look stern.

"Why you two hang out I'll never know." She crossed her arms under her breasts as Sami bumped against her shoulder.

"You mean, you'll never understand why you kind of enjoy verbally sparring with him." He watched her scoff at the thought, but she offered no come back to his point and he smiled in victory.

She gave him a little glare, but he could still see through all her posturing and saw the fondness there. "Gloating is not a good look on you, Sami."

He pressed a kiss to her cheek and watched as she fought off a blush and looked around to make sure no one had seen his little public display and her very public blush.

"Well then its good that you always look good for the both of us."

She pushed him away with a roll of her eyes, but right before she turned her back to him he caught her smile. She began to walk away, off to take care of her duties for Raw. Before she was out of speaking range she spoke over her shoulder. "I'll see you tonight Sami."

Sami grinned; looks like he had a hot date.