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Chapter Twenty-six: Stuck Together
December 2017
Stephanie flipped through the pages, shuddering a little at the cool breeze she felt as she walked past the open stadium doors. It looked like a decent snow storm was going to arrive later that night – hopefully after the show finished and everyone could get away to the next leg of the tour.
"Paul, the scripts – have they been finalized for tonight?" asked Stephanie as she spotted her husband in a discussion with Brian James.
"Oh yeah," nodded Paul with a sweet smile to his wife.
Stephanie returned it and continued on her way to her office. She opened the door and stepped in, shivering at the chill in the room.
"I never understood why they have separate heating systems in this stadium."
Stephanie whirled around in surprise to spot TJ sitting at her desk set up, "TJ!"
TJ jumped up and greeted her older sister with a hug.
"What are you doing here? When did you get here?" asked Stephanie in surprise, "Jon isn't even here yet!"
TJ slid the scripts over to her and grinned, "Daddy dearest wants a feud to begin between Raw and Revolution… and have it all come to face at Wrestlemania!"
Stephanie grabbed the script and laughed, "Oh this is perfect! The best story line since our stand at Survivor Series! Now the trash talking on Revolution make's sense."
"You've been kept in the dark?"
Stephanie nodded, "Aurora has been sick and now Vaughn is coming down with the same thing," Stephanie sighed and smiled, "Winter and illnesses."
"Aww, I hope they both get better before Christmas. Being sick at Christmas sucks."
"Well a visit from Aunty TJ would definitely perk them up."
TJ laughed, "I can organise that one."
Jon shoved his phone into his pocket as he entered the arena with Joe and let out a small sigh.
"Bro, she is probably busy working. She will text you," said Joe, brushing snow from his hair.
"Yeah I know. It's just hard you know? We get four days together a month and I won't get to see her until Christmas," replied Jon with a grimace of annoyance on his face, "Planning a wedding is just torture on its own as well. I think most of our calls are about finding a date that fits, especially since Revolution started live events last month."
Joe chuckled, "I know how it feels man. I hate being away from my wife and daughter as well. I feel your pain, bro."
The pair walked to the change rooms to dump their gear and go over that night's script, both commenting on the first section being uncompleted. They assumed it to be a Stephanie and Paul issue and made a note of their matches and any backstage shoots they needed to do.
As Jon was lacing his boots up, Randy Orton walked in and flicked the television on, greeting the men as he did so. Shortly after, John Cena, Bryan Danielson and Colby joined them in getting ready.
"Reckon we will beat the snow storm?" asked Randy as he dug through his bag for his hoodie to wear.
"Who knows?" replied Bryan as Raw went on air for the night.
The crowd went crazy as Monday Night Raw kicked off live in Boston for the pre-Christmas show. The fireworks went off with the crowd cheering and holding up the signs for everyone they were a massive fan of.
It was the sound of Tara McMahon's theme music playing that set the crowd onto their feet. When the woman herself walked out decked in black jeans and a green WWE: Revolution Australia shirt the crowd were chanting her name loudly.
Tara walked down to the ring, high fiving people as she walked past before running and sliding into the ring as was her custom entrance.
Despite her music stopping, the crowd continued to chant loudly. Tara looked at them all in amazement, stepping in small circles as she laughed in awe.
"Wow. Thank you," said Tara, holding a hand over her heart, "It is so wonderful to be here tonight."
"WELCOME BACK TARA!" came the loud chants with Tara chuckling a little.
"I really am happy to be here… if only it were for completely positive reasons," said Tara with a slight sigh, "As you all know, at Survivor Series I was forced to leave for Australia… but I kept busy. I set up a new WWE show, which I am sure you all have been tuning in to watch on the WWE Network. It's been amazing to raise this show up from the ground and build it into something that so many people love to see. And I see all of your responses on social media, so thank you! Thank you so much for all of your support!" Tara bowed for the crowd, blowing them a kiss before she continued, "However there always has to be a Grinch, right? And I am certain we all know who the biggest Grinch of them all is."
Suddenly the theme of the Authority hit and Tara walked to far side of the ring in irritation as Stephanie and Triple H walked out dressed in WWE: Raw shirts.
"Look at that," said Stephanie, "You leave the stadium doors open and the trash likes to bring itself in from the cold."
"Honey, where I live now, its summer," replied Tara coolly, "I'd much rather be enjoying the beach but instead here I am."
"Which brings us to why?"
"Every week I always make sure to tune in to watch Raw and Smackdown," stated Tara, "And every week I have to hear you trashing Revolution… at first I ignored it – I mean you are known for your petty jealousy and need to take down those who are happy. But then it started to irk me… actually it started to irk everyone who works on Revolution – the talent, the crew… I mean why should we be subjected to your pathetic and horrible nastiness? Why do you feel the need to destroy something that had no effect on your day whatsoever?"
"You want to know why?" demanded Stephanie, "Because ever since you popped up out of the rabbit hole, you have been nothing but a thorn in my side! I thought I'd finally seen the last of you at Survivor Series – that there was no way you could make whatever you had to do in Australia work, but no! Like an irritating fly that won't get the point, you kept on buzzing around… you were on my Twitter feed, Instagram, Facebook and even on the WWE website!"
"Oh, so you're jealous."
"I am not jealous of you!" snarled Stephanie, having to be held back my Triple H.
Tara laughed, "Right… yeah, you could've fooled me, Sis. Here is my deal – you shut your trap up about Revolution and I stay away, over in Australia. Deal?"
"No… no I want you gone and out of this business for good!"
"Well, until we can sort something out – it looks like I'm sticking around," announced Tara before she climbed out of the ring and made her way up the ramp, blowing Stephanie and Triple H a taunting kiss.
TJ pulled her hair out of the pony tail as she walked out of the guerrilla area, greeting a few people with cheerful hellos. As she turned away from speaking with a crew member she was pulled into a warm, solid embrace with lips caressing hers softly, yet with so much need in them.
TJ pulled back a little and smiled softly at Jon, "Hello."
"You do realise this is the second time you have shown up at a Raw event without telling me?" replied Jon.
TJ grinned and pressed a firm kiss to his lips, "I know. But I like to surprise you – it keeps you on your toes."
Jon grinned, his fingers trailing across a bare patch of skin between TJ's shirt and jeans, "It's been what? Four weeks?"
TJ nodded, "I'm here for a month and then I fly back to Australia to amp up the rivalry between Raw and Revolution. Pretty sure the month before Wrestlemania will see me travelling back and forth a bit… but at least it all means more time with you."
Jon pulled TJ closer and rested his forehead against hers, "I hate being away from you so much."
TJ sighed. She was hating it as well.
TJ flopped down onto the lounge and grinned up at Jon as he walked into the room.
"I love this place," said TJ, stretching out as she said it, "It always feels like home here."
Jon walked over and climbed on top of TJ, straddling her waist, "It always feels like home when you're here with me."
TJ smiled, sliding her hands up his arms, "Can I just marry you, right now?"
Jon lifted one of TJ's hands to his lips and kissed it lightly, "I thought you wanted the big wedding with the fancy dress?"
"I just want you, at the end of the aisle waiting for me," replied TJ thoughtfully, gasping a little as Jon's hands slid up her shirt, "Nothing fancy. Something simple with just you, me and those who matter to us both the most."
"Right now, you beneath me and looking inviting matters the most."
TJ smirked at that, "Horny bugger."
"Always, babe."
Saraya gave a jump of surprise as TJ jumped onto her back with a laugh. TJ instantly jumped down and hugged her best friend in amusement.
"You could've given me a bloody heart attack!" cried Saraya.
TJ grinned, "I'm sure you'd survive to just pay be back."
Saraya laughed and gave a nod of agreement.
"So… you and Colby?"
Saraya grinned and TJ hugged her happily, "He's really sweet and my parents love him."
"Oh, Raya, I am so happy for you and Colby!"
"Luckily Tenille was cool about it," added Saraya, "Though I'm pretty sure Sami is keeping her busy."
TJ chuckled, "I believe so."
"And I have to say," commented Saraya as the pair rounded a corner to find Jon, Joe and Colby talking and laughing by a production container, "Jon is much more at ease with you around."
TJ smiled sadly, "I know and after Christmas I have to go back to Australia. This distance thing is just getting harder by the day."
Before Saraya could respond they were spotted by their respective partners. Saraya happily ran over to Colby to snuggle into his side. TJ smiled at Jon as they walked towards each other, entwining their fingers together when they met up.
"I love you," murmured TJ with a smile.
Jon brushed a lock of her hair from her face and pressed a kiss to her forehead, "I love you too."
Boxing Day
"He said to put this on," stated Saraya handing TJ a white box.
TJ frowned and placed the box on the bed and lifted the lid off. She let out a gasp and pulled out a simple, white wedding dress with three-quarter length lace sleeves. The dress had a belt at the waist with a silver broach of a T and a J entwining with a heart surrounding them.
"Oh my gosh," gushed TJ as she looked at Saraya with tears in her eyes, "Did he? Really?"
Saraya nodded, "Happy wedding day! Let's get ready!"
TJ looked at her reflection. Her brown hair was curled simply and was loose with her make-up light and simple. Skylar had worked her magic quickly, doing the same with Saraya and Tenille. A knock at the door broke TJ's thoughts and she turned around to see Vince walking in, dressed in a grey tuxedo with a white rose in his jacket pocket.
"You look beautiful," spoke Vince softly, tears glistening in the corners of his eyes.
"Thank you."
Vince gave a nod and TJ suddenly hugged him.
"Thank you for everything," said TJ, swallowing a sudden lump in her throat, "You have always been good to me. You saved me from spiralling into a world of alcohol and abuse. You basically gave me Jon… I love you… Dad."
Vince looked at TJ, tears falling down his cheeks, "Derek… your father… he would be so proud of you and who you have become, TJ. Sylvia did love you, you know that?"
TJ nodded tearfully before laughing a little, "I'm ruining my make up!"
Vince laughed warmly and TJ linked arms with him.
"A daughter needs her father to give her away on her wedding day."
Jon turned with the people gathered at the small wedding, which was being held in a courtyard covered in a light dusting of snow, providing a fantasy, enchanted theme. When he spotted TJ standing beside Vince his heart skipped a beat.
She looked beautiful.
She always looked beautiful to him and she was going to be his wife.
TJ and Vince slowly walked down the aisle to a simple wedding march. The faces of the people who they were close to were all in attendance. TJ bit her lower lip with a smile as Shane and Stephanie grinned at her proudly, tears already in Stephanie's eyes, as well as Linda's.
Upon reaching Jon, Vince shook Jon's hand and gave him a brief hug.
"Take care of her," said Vince warmly.
"I promise," replied Jon before he slipped his hands into TJ's, "Surprise."
The crowd chuckled and TJ smiled.
"It is," agreed TJ, "And I love it."
"Then, shall we proceed?" asked the celebrant, "We come here today to celebrate the love shared between these two individuals – Tara–Jayne Gregory McMahon and Jonathon Good. The love between these two is passionate and strong. It is built on undying loyalty, respect and desire… now, before we begin the vows, does anyone object to this union today?"
Everyone remained silently, though TJ spotted Stephanie and Paul glance over at Colby, who was serving as Jon's groomsmen with Joe as his best man.
"And now… you may say your personal vows… Tara-Jayne?"
TJ looked at the celebrant surprised before Saraya stepped forward and took the white roses TJ had been holding and handed her Jon's ring, "Umm... wow. Well I didn't exactly prepare anything but that's okay," TJ paused and smiled at Jon, "Because Jon… you always surprise me. You surprise with how you always manage to make me smile and laugh – even when I am the crankiest of people. You surprise me with just how much I continue to fall in love with you every day. You surprise me with how you always know what to say and do… and you surprise me with how much you love me," TJ paused and breathed in, willing herself to not cry, "So I promise to always make you smile and laugh – even when you are cranky. I promise to continue falling in love with you more every day. I promise to know what to say and do for you. And I promise to deserve the love you have for me every day."
TJ gave a shaky laugh as she slipped the ring onto Jon's finger.
"So Tara-Jayne, do you take Jonathon to be your lawfully wedded husband?"
"I so do."
Jon grinned as Joe handed him TJ's wedding ring, "TJ… the moment you entered my life everything changed – for the better. You were this bright light always happy and always willing to help anyone out. I knew when I started to fall in love for you that you were it. You were the one for me, forever. You found your way into my heart and I'm not letting you back out. I love your funny moments, your forgetful moments… your dorktacula moments… every moment with you is worth it and I want to witness them all. I love you TJ and I am never letting you go."
Jon slipped the white gold ring onto TJ's finger, it was designed to sit snugly with her engagement ring.
"Do you, Jonathon, take Tara-Jayne to be your lawfully wedded wife?"
"Hell yes."
TJ chuckled as did those in attendance.
"I now pronounce you as husband and wife – you may now kiss your bride."
Jon pulled TJ into his arms and kissed her passionately, with TJ pulling away breathless, yet smiling widely.
"Hello wifey," grinned Jon cheekily.
"Hello husband," replied TJ, one hand caressing the side of his face, "Guess what?"
"What?"
"Seems like you're stuck with me forever now."
Jon pressed another kiss to the tip of TJ's nose as she smiled at him and him at her, "I wouldn't have it any other way."
The End
A/N: And there you have it. The End. Thank you so much for reviewing!
I wanted to end this story on a light and happy note, showing the dedication TJ and Jon have for each other and willingness to make their relationship work. I hope you enjoyed this story just as much as I did writing it!
I have another Jon/OC fic in the works called Unexpected... keep an eye out for it!