Ch. 5: Disney and the Funhouse
A/N: Again, updates not coming by so quickly lol my apologies but hopefully this'll be the start of things getting back on track. Enjoy!
It was that weekend when the superstars of WWE returned to the city of Orlando. With that said, little Miss Bliss thought this would be the perfect time to take her new colleague to his first ever trip to Disney World.
What was probably her favorite part about this was seeing the look on his face when they first arrived. It was much like hers during her first trip here when she was a kid. On that note, Ben looked just like a kid as they made their way through. People don't lie when they refer to it as a magical place that brings your inner child back out. Ben just hated that it took him so long to finally get here. It was so beautiful, beyond what words can describe, and he honestly did feel like a kid again here.
After endless hours of wondrously strolling through the resort, the smiling Archangel made a decision.
"Ok, next time we're in Cali, we're definitely going to Disneyland too"
That made Alexa laugh.
"I'm glad your enjoying it here, not that I didn't already know you would" she proudly smiled.
"This really is unlike any other place in the world" he stated with astonishment.
"Just wait 'til you see Disneyland. That has more of the nostalgic feel to it, given that was Walt's original park, and it even has his original office too"
That amazed Benjamin.
"Really?"
"Yea, I have yet to actually see that part of it, as well as the actual hotel that he also stayed in; but Johnny and Candice said they've been there and that it's really cool" Alexa continued to inform, enjoying the excitement and wonder on Ben's face.
"I'll bet it is. Sounds like something great for you and me to experience together" he smirked and Alexa smiled at the idea.
"Yea, that does sound great" That made her travel buddy smile. "You should also see the one over in Shanghai. They actually do Mickey Mouse waffles"
"Oooo, really now?" Alexa laughed from the look he had.
"I'm guessing you really like waffles?"
"What're you kidding? I'm a Texas boy. One of my favorite places to go to is Waffle House" Alexa giggled again. "Of course, part of that has to do with my grandfather on my mom's side. That was one of his all time favorites"
"I love hearing stories about your papaw. That is what you called him right?"
"Yes" Ben smiled.
"So, what else does a Texas boy like you do?" She curiously asked.
"Well, I'm not a typical Texas boy, far from it even. Like, I love biscuits, but not with gravy and I'm not a mash potatoes guy either"
"Really?" She asked with shock.
"Yea, I don't like the texture, which is kind of an autistic thing, and the taste isn't that great either. I love french fries though, but they're really not the same"
Alexa thought about it for a moment before responding.
"No, they're really not, are they?"
Benjamin was a little amazed she understood. Not many seem to.
"Thankyou! I was beginning to think I was alone on that" She laughed again. "Alright little miss Disney fanatic, which of all the theme parks you've been to would you classify as your favorite?"
She continued to smile as she reminisced.
"Probably this one, all because it saved my life"
Ben glanced at her in surprise.
"Really? How so?"
They stopped by the ice cream shop as she thought back to that time in her life.
"When I was still battling with my eating disorder, I needed a serious break from all the doctors and checkups and just...everything in general. So, my parents brought me down here for a weekend and before they knew it, I started eating again. Just with how friendly the environment is here and how wonderful of a place it is; it just... saved my life"
She gazed around the theme park as she smiled thinking about that, as well as a tear or two threatening to break. Benjamin smiled himself as he took one of her hands. Alexa was a little surprised by the gesture, but welcomed it nonetheless.
"Your parents really are that cool, huh? I honestly wish I could meet them myself; and I'm especially glad what they, and this place, have all done for you"
She continued smiling with a loving glint in her eyes, lightly squeezing his hand back.
"What about your parents?" She asked after a moment.
"Oh, they're great too. I honestly could not have asked for better parents; and they'll always be tied as my number one fans"
Alexa giggled under her breath.
"So, they still get along well?"
"They get along a lot better now as friends than they did as husband and wife; but yes, they do; and they couldn't be happier with who they remarried"
"What about you? You get along with your step parents enough?" She asked, hoping for the best.
"My step dad, I get along with perfectly. My step mom, I get along with her as well as I need to for when we see each other, but I don't think we'll ever get along as well as we could" he stated regrettably.
"How come?" She asked with sadness.
"I don't know, we're just too different, speak too different languages, have too different levels of understanding or how to act at certain times... I don't know. It's a lot to explain and I'd rather not get into it" Alexa nodded with understanding. "Plus, like I said, we get along as well as we need to and at the end of the day, she does genuinely care about me, root for me the same way dad does, and I highly appreciate everything she's done for my dad, I really do"
"That's good, I think that's the important thing at least"
"I like to think so at least" he nodded. "But since we're on touchy subjects, mind if I ask you a bit of a personal question?"
Alexa grew a little anxious from what the question could be, but realized they were at the perfect place for this.
"It'll cost you an ice cream"
Benjamin smiled, almost laughing.
"Deal"
They entered the shop and each got their favorite frozen treat before taking a seat at a table.
"So, what is it you wanted to ask me?" Alexa reminded once they were seated.
Ben took a hesitant breath before making a quick note.
"Well, first off, you don't have to answer if you don't want to. I don't wanna get too deep in ur business and ruin our time here"
Alexa just shrugged and said, "Try me" in a ready for anything matter.
Benjamin took another nervous breath before responding.
"How have you been doing since the split?"
That one was a little off guard for her, but she nodded along and answered.
"I've been alright, I'm actually much better now than I was to begin with"
"That's good" Ben nodded. "Also, this is the real hard-hitter I wanted to ask, but how come you two didn't work out? You seemed perfect together"
Alexa actually raised an eyebrow and put on a smirk.
"That's a first; a lot of people felt much differently"
Ben laughed under his breath.
"I'm not most people, very much the opposite even"
She nodded gratefully, but then thought for a moment to find an answer.
"Honestly, I really don't know. One minute, it seemed like everything was good and we were gonna spend our lives together; then the next, we weren't. I don't know, I guess... we just weren't meant to be after all" Alexa shrugged as she stared down at her ice cream. "I really thought he was the one, you know?"
"Yea, I get it, but you'll find your one" Ben tried to encourage, also hoping that maybe she already has and just didn't know it.
"I hope so" Alexa frowned and Benjamin's heart sank.
"You know what, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have brought it up. I didn't want to upset you"
"No, it's fine, really. I actually appreciate your help a lot" she managed to smile at him, which he returned. "What about you? I don't suppose you have your eye on anybody?" She smirked.
'Yea, on you mainly, just don't wanna admit it yet' he thought to himself before giving his actually response.
"Sadly, dating really isn't my strong suit; one of the perks of being autistic and socially awkward"
Alexa frowned again.
"Well, I'm sure there are plenty of girls out there who think your cute and would love to take a chance on you" she tried to cheer, which was followed by a thought she had.
'I should know, because I'm one of them'
"Yea, there's plenty of options out there, and it's gotten a lot easier as I've gotten older; but I don't want just anyone, you know? I want.... someone real, someone I can count on and trust, who will stand with me in the hardest of times, who can put up with me and my baggage and will trust me to do the same for them"
Alexa had the brightest smile hearing all this from him. She felt just the same way, even felt like she wanted to be that someone for him.
"I know exactly what you mean, but you have dated before, right?"
"Of course, plenty of times or at least tried to, just hasn't always worked out that way"
"What about you and Paige? You two were a thing, right?"
Benjamin almost laughed again.
"Yes, we were a 'thing'"
"So, what happened with you two?" She propped up her elbow on the table to hold her chin.
"Oh, so you tell me yours and now I hafta tell you mine?" He laughingly smiled while she shrugged with a smirk. "*scoffs* We were just one of those couples who cared deeply for each other and found each other attractive, but later discovered we worked better as friends"
It was an honest answer, but it almost looked as if there was something else hidden behind it. Whatever it was, Alexa didn't press.
"I get that, me and Buddy were basically the same way"
Ben nodded again before they continued eating their treats. However, just a minute later, Miss Bliss grew a bit mischievous as she thought up a way to lighten the mood some more. She looked around to make sure nobody was able to hear this first and then asked away.
"So, who did you lose your virginity to?"
Ben nearly choked on his latest bite while Alexa tried to conceal her laughter.
"What?! Where did that come from?"
Alexa shrugged so innocently.
"Just lightening the mood a bit and since we're talking personal topics..."
"Oh my God, you really are twisted" he shook his head and she evily giggled.
"I mean, while we're still bonding, right?"
"Well, I'm starting to feel a little concerned about your version of bonding" he rolled his eyes with exaggeration.
"Aww, what's the matter? You don't trust me anymore?" She put on a little pouty face.
"Honestly, it's up for debate now" he joked and Alexa only furthered her efforts with the pouty face.
Benjamin sighed in defeat and she smiled in victory.
"You do remember we're at a family resort, right?" Benjamin reminded and she shrugged again.
"There's no need to be embarrassed. Let me guess, Paige?" Ben sighed again before answering.
"Good guess, but no, she was my second"
"Hmm, then who was your first?"
Ben shook his head and sighed again before finally spilling the deeds.
"Ariel Winter"
"Ari- the Modern Family actress?" She asked in shock.
"Yep, her" Ben nodded.
"How did you get with her?"
"Well, when I came of that longing for someone special age with very few people around my age to date, Triple H, being the good guy that he is, dialed up a few of his former Chaperone costars to see if any were available; which Ariel answered, we went out a few times and found something right off the bat"
"I never heard of you two going out before" she said with surprise.
"We kept it on the lowdown, not wanting any pressure from public eye or anything like that"
"I understand. How was it with you two?" Now Benjamin smirked.
"It was great; we were together for eight months, had lots of good times-"
"Including losing your virginity" she jokingly snuck in.
"Actually, we both lost it to each other" Ben smirked.
"Nice! Way to go" Alexa nodded, impressed.
"Thanks, it was at a beach house for rent too"
"Wow, you two really knew how to pull it off" she complimented.
"Yea, she was something. I honestly thought she would be my one; but sadly, with our busy schedules, it was difficult to manage"
"Sorry, it sounded like you two were really cute together" Alexa frowned, although part of her was glad about him being currently available.
"It's OK, I don't have any regrets and we've remained friends and continued to support each other in everything we do" Alexa smiled happily for him and Ariel both. "Alright, pervert; now it's time for you to spill your dirty laundry"
That made Alexa laugh.
They spent the rest of the day continuing their tour through Disney World while checking out all the rides and activities they had. Throughout the day, they were also stopped by some wrestling fans who recognized the pair, but were more than happy to appease their beloved and dedicated fans. Especially, since they were discovering how this was the Archangel's first Disney trip ever. They also kept teasing and poking fun at each other since leaving the ice cream shop. By all accounts, it was a fun day for both of them. Now, as they were leaving Disney World and heading for the car, Alexa decided to bring something up.
"I'm sorry if I made you uncomfortable earlier. I just wanted to lighten the mood and make sure you didn't feel bad about our other discussion"
Benjamin glanced at her before chuckling.
"Well, you've certainly managed to make this trip even more interesting than it already was" he laughed and she followed. "Seriously though, don't worry about it. If anything, it'll help make an already memorable day even more memorable"
They both laughed again.
"I'll take that" She smiled proudly. "So, what do you have scheduled for this week's Raw?"
"Singles match against Morrison, which I honestly think we could steal the show; and you?"
"Some more segments and a match against Carmella"
"Oooo, another good night for us both it seems"
"Absolutely"
X
It was the following Raw and Daniel is currently in his match against the Raw Tag Team Champion. It's been mostly back and forth so far with Dalton and Morrison putting on a thrilling display of strikes and aerial assaults with some submissions and even technical reversals thrown in. The Miz of course would offer some assistance or distraction to help Morrison gain control, but Daniel would always manage to come back. Indeed this would be the show stealer of the night.
The Archangel currently had him perched in the corner, setting up his Archangel Arrow. He came off the ropes, running fast and hard and nailed his opponent right in the face. Morrison collapsed and the crowd continued to grow hyped as he jumped to the top turnbuckle, looking for the Angel Splash. Unfortunately, as typically expected, Miz got up on the apron to try and prevent this. Dalton knocked him off with an elbow to the face, but Johnny jumped right up to the ropes and caught him with an Avalanche Spanish Fly!
Everyone was on their feet as they landed hard on the mat and John got his arm over to make the cover. Daniel kicked out at two before the This Is Awesome chants began. It took a good half minute for both men to return to their feet. At which point, Morrison springboarded for his flying chuck kick. Now, Daniel was down and perfectly positioned for Starship Pain.
Morrison hopped up on the ropes, dropped down before letting his legs bounce off and twisting his body on the way down....
Daniel gets the knees up and nearly shatters his ribcage. Johnny clutches his midsection while rising to his feet, where he was met with a Heaven's Light Codebreaker. The Raw Tag Team Champion was sent rolling back all the way until he reached his feet, dazed. Daniel saw an opportunity for the Arkham Faith Breaker, charged off the ropes again, got the wheelbarrow position, and then....
Morrison shifts his body and counters into a backbreaker. The Archangel bounced off the knee of the parkour artist and rolled across the mat while clutching and bending his back inward. Before he had even a minute to recover, Johnny landed a running shooting star press into the cover; but again, Daniel kicked out at two.
Now, he and his partner on the outside were both getting frustrated and angry.
Until, after a brief moment, John started forming a small grin, getting an idea that would be the perfect way to end this. He moved Dalton's wounded body a little for a more precise position and then walked to the nearest corner. At first, it looked as if he might attempt another Starship Pain, despite the slight distance Daniel had. Instead, he jumped to the top and did Daniel's very own wing sign.
He was going to use the Angel Splash against him.
The Miz laughed and cheered at ringside as Daniel still hadn't moved much and the audience became anxious. John launched himself, got the 450 motion, and landed on his feet as his face connected with Daniel's risen boots. Morrison staggered, now on dream street. Now, Dalton was the one grinning with a crazy idea. He ran past his opponent, jumped on the second rope, moonsaults over Morrison's head, and finishes by landing a huge Heaven's Light! The WWE Universe went nuts as Morrison bounced off over Dalton. Nobody could believe what they just saw or the fact that he actually pulled that off. The Archangel went for the cover and that was the victory for the match.
It was everything fans hoped this match would be, but never thought they would get, and turned out even better.
Daniel was declared the winner while his music played and everyone continued to go crazy. Clearly, he couldn't even believe he managed to pull that off. That was definitely a first and worked out perfectly.
He managed to get to his feet and got his hand raised. Then, of course, The Miz, like the typical punk baby he is, had to jump the battered and fatigued Daniel from behind. Morrison was too out of it himself to join in, but Dalton was still too worn out to defend himself. Thankfully, he didn't have to as Jeff Hardy came out, looking to return the favor from a few weeks back. Miz tried to meet him with a clothesline, but Hardy ducked and gave him a twist of fate stunner for his efforts. The Raw Tag Champs were sent rolling out and retreating with their tails between their legs. Afterwards, the United States Champion helped his good old buddy up back to his feet and raised his arm back up in victory. The crowd cheered as they celebrated and Jeff received a big thanks from the Archangel.
However, the celebration was cut short when this came up....
Dalton and Hardy watched with disturbance while glancing at each other during the screwed up intro. A moment later and it was replaced by Bray and Alexa waving with bright, yet slightly discomforting smiles.
"Hey, Dan!" Bray cheered.
"Hi!" Alexa followed, which Daniel internally thought was cute.
"It's great to see you again and great job tonight! What a stellar of a match! You should be proud of yourself. We're all proud of you here at the Funhouse!"
Some cheering sounds and applause suddenly chimed as the two clapped.
"But last week Dan, you weren't being a very thoughtful playmate" Bray and Alexa glanced at each other with sad faces while these silly boos came about. "But we understand that a lot has happened to you this past month and this can all be a bit overwhelming. We just wanna help out a little, make things easier for you!"
Daniel just continued to narrow his eyes at the disturbingly light-hearted Eater of Worlds as he continued.
"Because Dan, helping out a fellow man is only the right thing to do; refusing that help on the other hand... Now that.... is considered very.... very rude" he suddenly started to grow serious, darkening the already uncomfortable mood everyone was in as the camera zoomed in on his face. "You won't like what follows if you continue to do so. All you have to do is..."
His face became weirdly distorted before being replaced by the face of The Fiend himself.
"LET ME IN!"
A/N: Alright, life's crazy so can't promise updates will be fast, but will keep working every chance I get. In the meantime, I hope everyone is enjoying this and taking care. Take care, don't forget to vote and lemme know whatchu think and have a wonderful day/night.
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