. I jumped down as they went at it again, ignoring the bell that was dinging. I ran to the door, seeing the ref standing nearby.
"Open the damn door!" I shouted, banging on the cage with my fists.
He heard me and turned pulling the key from the neck of his shirt. He was about to head to the door when Batista grabbed the key, throwing the ref into a heap on the outside. I glared at him, temper rising to life as he dangled it in front of me.
"Not so fast little Lila. Wouldn't want you to get any ideas of helping your buddies here. Take a seat because it's gonna get bloody." He taunted.
I let out a shout as I banged a fist against the cage, frustrated as I watched them go head to head. Batista had the key in his fist as he fought against Seth, both of them trading blows. I had no idea what to do so I ran to the commentator booth, grabbing a steel chair. Running back I slammed it against the padlock, not doing any damage at all. I saw Roman manage to grab the key from Batista, giving him a superman punch, making the crowd go wild. He tried to get to the door to hand it to me but Batista grabbed him by the leg, making him fall. I ran to the cage, staring at him with wild eyes. He did the second best thing, he threw the key. By some stroke of luck it sailed through a space and past me, landing at the foot of the ramp. I whirled around about to go after it when a booming noise made me stop and the arena glowed red.
"Lila no!" Roman shouted and I turned my head back to see the panic on all three of their faces.
"Sorry." I shook my head as I darted forward grabbing the key.
As I straightened up I put it around my neck, knowing I was going to have to do some fighting before I could get to the door. Kane and the New Age Outlaws were on their way for backup. Grabbing the chair I ran around the ring, standing in front of the commentator booth. Jax's eyes were darting between me and the ring and he looked confused. I saw Dean's bloody face and Roman's desperate eyes, Seth lying limply on the mat, rolling out. I held the chair in my hands as the NAO came around the corner. Taking the offense I ran at one swinging the chair and connecting with the side of his legs and side, dropping him immediately. Kane was striding towards me and I took off, thanking my lucky stars I had speed on my side. I darted around and jumped landing nimbly on the barrier, running along it. The other NAO member was just around the corner and I jumped on him, pummeling him before I heard Kane stomping behind me. Jumping up I darted away, key dangling around my neck. I glanced in the ring, seeing Dean still bleeding but Roman and Seth both up and on their feet. I saw the first guy getting up and I braced myself as I launched my shoulder into his gut, spearing him into the barrier. The crowd erupted and I rolled onto my back, scurrying away from Kane. He reached down, yanking me up by my hair and I yelped catching Dean's attention. He kicked Hunter away before standing at the cage, hands clenching the metal.
"Enough!" Kane shouted, dragging me along beside him.
"Let her go!" Dean growled, voice deeper and angrier than I had ever hurt it.
Kane grinned and jerked my head back, making me nearly bend over backwards. Fighting against his hand I jumped wrapping an arm around the back of his neck, using all my strength to bend him over, bringing my leg back I hit the front of his dropping Kane on his face. It was mostly luck that it worked and my arm was crushed underneath Kane. Pulling out I watched Evolution get beat down, crawling to the cage, using the metal to crawl up. Jerking the key from my neck I stuck it in the lock, opening it. I ripped open the door and I backed away, avoiding each member of the fallen NAO. Hunter and Randy made it out, Kane struggling to his feet on the outside. NAO was up and I pushed him towards Evolution, falling against the barrier. I crawled away, resting against the barrier closing my eyes. Turning me head to the left I saw Jackson leaning over eyes searching my face. I waved him off, shaking my head and leaning my head against the barrier. I cradled my arm in my other one, the limb throbbing in time with my heartbeat. Suddenly there were hands on my shoulder and I threw my hands out, trying to fight them off.
"Lila it's me. Relax its me." Seth nearly shouted, grabbing my face, cheekbone swollen and purple already, "Come on."
He grabbed me around the waist, pulling me to my feet. Evolution, Kane and NAO were leaving the stage, all of them limping. I rested my head against Seth's shoulder, taking a breath before I remembered Dean. I knew Roman was alright as he was standing but Dean was slouched in the corner, face bloody and blank. I pushed away from Seth, stumbling to the cage and walking inside, sliding into the ring. Roman helped me up and I looked at him, seeing his eyebrow swelled up and he touched my arm gently. I shook my head as I made my way to Dean. Dropping to my knees in front of him he jerked his head towards me, eyes wild. His eye was already swelling and turning purple but besides the blank look on his face he seemed alright. Leaning my head on his knee I let out a breath, thankful we were all basically in one piece. I got to my feet and Dean followed. We faced the screaming crowd, as we walked out, Roman grabbing me and setting me down. We made our way gingerly over the barrier, heading up the stairs. It seemed to take so long as we made it down the halls where medical staff were waiting for us. Dean pushed them out of the way and I winced, shaking my head at them. I followed him to the locker room, seeing him shaking. We walked in and he sat down on the bench, head in his hands. Seth and Roman were gone to medical, leaving me to deal with Dean.
"Dean hey you need to get your head checked." I murmured, touching his shoulder.
He didn't say anything, his hands tapping the side of his head, foot bouncing. I had never seen him like this, only on the videos Nikki and John showed me. Touching his hand gently he stopped only slightly.
"Dean..." I began again.
Suddenly he was on his feet, and I jumped back, not out of fright but from being startled. He stalked towards me, and my back hit the lockers, a repeat of months before only without the hand on the throat, only on my waist. His eyes were wide and incredibly blue as he stared down at me, fury blazing in them.
"Who does he think he is, putting his hands on you?" he muttered, bringing his hand up, brushing my hair from my face, "I heard you scream Lila. I heard when he grabbed you and how you sounded. You don't know what that did to me. IN here." He tapped his temple with his other hand and my heart sped up, "I don't like when anyone touches you. I definitely don't like when anyone makes you scream."
My breath was coming in short gasps as he talked, head tilting side to side, eyes closing periodically. His chest was pressed against mine and I reached up a hand, pulling the hair from his sticky forehead. The gash had stopped bleeding but he snatched my hand gently away, pressing it at my side.
"I'm alright Dean. I promise." I ducked my head, trying to catch his gaze.
"I'm not!" he shouted, making me jump, "I am not okay with anyone laying their hands on you! Don't you get it?"
"Ok I understand." I murmured, pressing my cheek against his, "Just be calm."
I could feel him shudder against me, his heart racing. I had to calm him down before getting him to medical but I had no idea how. He still had my one hand in his, the other hand resting on his forearm which was holding me against the locker. I wasn't afraid, not like last time.
"I can't Lila. I keep seeing that maniac..." he growled, and I leaned back looking up at him.
"Ok forget about it for now. You need to focus on something else." I nodded, catching his gaze, "Find something to focus..."
I didn't get a chance to finish the sentence before his lips found mine. My eyelids fluttered shut and I tilted my head back automatically. I could taste the coppery tang of blood on his lips and he let go of my hand. Just like the last time he kissed me outside the ring I felt my mind shatter, every thought scattering to the four corners of the earth. I brought my hand up, sliding it to the back of his neck holding him in place. Instantly he pushed me against the locker, lips moving against mine slowly, savoring everything. I shivered and suddenly he let go and I gasped, lips tingling. My eyes opened and I saw him staring at me, eyes dilated, a pale ring of blue around the pupil.
"Are you ok now?" I managed to ask, eyes locked with his.
"Ya I think so." He nodded, sounding and looking more like himself.
"Ok let's get to medical. You really need to get that looked at Dean." I motioned to his forehead.
He nodded and I walked out in front of him, letting out a shaky breath. We walked down to the medical room heading inside. There were more doctors and we all managed to get in to see someone quickly. My arm was only sprained and I left in a sling once again. Dean had his head glued then was pronounced good to go. My pulse was still racing and I still had no idea how that happened. One minute I was trying to calm him down, the next he was kissing me till my whole body was tingling. Roman and Seth were outside and we waited for Dean to be finished.
"Is he ok?" Roman asked, folding his arms over his chest, looking down at me.
"Ya he's ok. It just took him a bit to calm down." I nodded, "Thanks for ditching by the way."
"You can calm him down ridiculously well. We thought it might have been better if you did it." Seth explained.
"Are you alright?" Roman asked, touching my arm.
"Sprained but I will survive. And you guys won which was a huge bonus and worth everything that happened to me tonight." I laughed, still giddy over the win and the kiss.
"Shield is still the most dominant force in history boys!" Dean exclaimed, walking into our conversation with a bandage over his head, "And woman."
"Yes we are, but for now I want a shower and Jackson." I sighed, resting gently against Roman.
They nodded and Dean's gaze flickered over me, stopping on the sling. I saw that light burn in his eyes again and I shook my head slightly, not wanting any more drama tonight. Instead I let the boys go and grab my bag, heading back to the bus by myself. Getting there my heart nearly stopped as I saw Jax waiting in the living room.
"There you are! Are you alright?" he asked, taking me gently by the elbow.
"Jax I have been asked that so many times tonight," I sighed, a tired smile on my face, "But yes I am ok. It's just a sprain. Look I'm gonna have a shower and then I have to go see a friend but I promised that we will talk and we will ok? I just need to shower and change."
He heard the desperation in my voice and he nodded, settling on the couch to wait for the boys. I grabbed some clothes from Roman's room and hit the showers. I knew the guys would shower in the locker room so I took my time, letting the hot water soothe my achy muscles. My whole body was still hyper aware of Dean and I leaned my head under the water, washing the memory away. Getting out I got dressed, knowing I would have to spend a little time with Jax before I left.
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