A couple days after the last chapter*

Backstory*

When Becky became the RAW Women's Champion once again, Travis had no reaction. It was one of those things where it has become normal to him that there was no way he was shocked.

Travis's mind was racing all night after hearing the three count on the tv and watched his wife raise the red belt. Then something came through his head while watching.

Travis's mind: The reason him and Becky are always apart, fighting and drifting apart in their relationship isn't all on them. The company is tearing us apart, they're the ones that cause our disputes.

His mindset was blaming the company for everything. At this point, Travis may be done with WWE.

Maybe its time to return to his old stomping grounds and experiment in different places?

Friday*

Tampa, Florida. The Sharp's residence*

The house was sitting silent, no voices, no barking, no baby cries.

Becky woke up a little early and got ready for her day with Jackson. Since being back on the scheduled programming for Monday Night RAW, she's also on part time which means no live show tours for her.

Which was perfect since Travis has her babygirl for the rest of the weekend. Her mother duties are now focused to Jackson since he hasn't been getting the attention he needs.

Upstairs*

Becky was still in her pajamas as she walked out of her bedroom, closed the door and walked down the hallway to the two bedrooms paralleling each other.

The pink room was empty while the light blue walled room was filled with little baby giggles. She pushed the door open some more to see their dog Kilo sitting in front of the crib, and Jackson was standing with help of the side.

He was jumping a bit and laughing until he looked up and saw his mommy.

Becky: Gasps* Is Kilo being a good boy Jack!?

Jackson: points at the dog* Goo-d

Becky: Good! Yes!

She walked over and picked him up, kissing his cheek and getting him ready for the day.

Someone was going to stop by later in the morning to check up on her and help go shopping.

30 minutes later*

Becky was finishing up breakfast for her little man and herself. She was finishing up the eggs as Jackson was eagerly waiting in his high chair.

She could tell how excited he was for food as she would hear him hit the table and move the chair.

Becky: turns to see her son* Calm sweetie. I know you're hungry.

Jackson: Muma!

Becky: Yea, yea.

She quickly cleaned up as much as she could and brought over her plate and his bowl of stuff.

He was now getting more into solid foods since he's getting more and more of his baby teeth.

Becky sat down and started to help feed her son as he was enjoying it all. He would smile after every bite and it made her smile, this was what she needed after a stressful week.

Then came a sound that quickly changed her mind.

Door bell ding*

Knock, knock*

The door opened and she heard it close with shoes walking across her front room until she then got the conformation voice.

Charlotte: Becks?

Becky: Kitchen!

It wasnt long before Jackson caught his eye on his god mother as Charlotte walked into dining room.

Charlotte: Jackson!!

She walked over and kissed the top of his head and sat next to him, across from Becky.

Charlotte: Where's Alexis?

Becky: Travis has had her since Monday.

She took a bite of her food as Charlotte was wondering why.

Charlotte: What about Jackson? Why isn't he with them?

Becky: He took her on a roadtrip to Atlanta to see his old friends.

Charlotte: Oh.

She had a suprised expression which made Becky wonder what was on her best friends mind.

Becky: Why? What's up?

Charlotte: I don't know, its just- doesn't it seem like he's spending more time with Alexis?

Becky: What do you mean?

Charlotte: Like, everytime I see a post or something from Travis during this situation between you two; It's always something involving him and his daughter.

Becky: I.. don't think I've noticed.

Charlotte: I'm just saying, it seems like Travis is neglecting his own son a little after the DNA test.

Becky: You can't tell me that he's avoiding his son because of me.

Charlotte: I'm not inside his mind. But that's what it seems like to me, I would ask him about it.

That then lead Becky's mind to wonder as that could be a possibility of him not wanting to see and spend time with his own son after her mistake.

More and more idea's were coming and going.

Atlanta, Georgia*

With Travis*

Travis woke up early Friday morning and got his little girl ready for the six hour long drive. When she was packed with snacks and lots of toys to keep her occupied, they were off on the road.

It wasn't ten minutes into the movie he started for her that she was fast asleep in her booster seat.

When they were at stand alone traffic leaving Tampa, he reached back and paused it for her.

He was then alone for most of the trip.

They hit the fourth hour and the wild child had full recharge of energy and was making the backseat her toy wonderland. Dolls and little accessories were all over his seats, but since it was just them two this trip he didn't care.

It brought joy to himself watching and listening to the way his little girl has grown. Being the little baby playing with a little stuffed animal to now acting out with her dolls and making storylines.

At this point in his life, it seemed like all he needed was his daughter by his side to make him feel like a father should, proud.

The next day, Saturday*

Today was a special day for Travis as he's scheduled a little sit down with one of his old friends from the independents scene, then he would take his little girl to meet the band that started a great movement in his career.

Alarm*

The alarm on Travis's phone went off quietly near his ear so only he would hear it. After arriving to the hotel last night, it was tough to get Alexis settled down since she was full of energy.

But he luckily got her to lay down and fall asleep.

He starts moving around*

Travis slowly started to open his eyes, stretch a little and fully wake up. The room was still dark since the nightshades were covering the window. A nightlight could be seen shining near the corner where Alexis's own bed was.

Hotel room with two beds got her excited as this was the first time sleeping in her own "big girl bed".

At this point, Travis has slowly taken the covers off and turned on the light on his side.

He rubbed his face and looked at his phone to see the time was 08:34 am, his meeting wasn't until around eleven so they have plenty of time.

Dad mode was now kicking in as he knew, as soon as Alexis wakes up shes going to want breakfast.

But, when he looked at her; she was still sprawled out and covered deep into the blankets.

It made him smile and chuckle a little since almost everything she does makes him laugh.

This was now the perfect time to hurry up and jump into the shower. He grabbed a pair of lazy clothes and quickly cleaned up.

10 minutes later*

As he walked out of the bathroom and was packing his dirty clothes, a little sound from the other side of the room was emerging. He looked up and saw Alexis slowly sit up, rub her eyes and look at him.

Travis: Well, goodmorning.

Alexis: yawns*

Travis: Let's get you ready, then we'll go down and get some breakfast.

Alexis: Yay!

Something inside her shot adrenaline as she sprung out of the bed and ran into the bathroom. He grabbed her clothes and helped her get ready.

Almost another ten minutes later they both were dressed and walking down to the lobby. The hotel they were staying at had a full restaurant and were open for business.

Alexis held his hand as they walked in and were seated by their waitress. Before they knew it their food came and he was enjoying the time watching his daughter color while eating.

An hour later*

The father daughter team were back up in their room as Travis was changing into a nice outfit. He had a last minute change to a meeting he's having in a hour, so he thought it would be better to dress nice.

Alexis was still coloring as he walked out and tied his tie. She was coloring in a picture from her WWE coloring book, it was the moment her mom and dad were hugging in the ring.

But they needed to go, so he had her take it along with them since she may get bored.

Travis shot a text to the guy and headed down to his truck.

30 minutes down the road*

The traffic from downtown Atlanta to the gated community he is headed towards was a nightmare. A twenty minute drive is turning into almost an hour.

But that didn't faze the little one in the back since she was watching her movie's.

That kept Travis's mind clear that she is occupied, so he can focus on this life changing meet.

Everything in his head was spiraling, coming back and forth with this one idea. Get away from WWE.

Finally arriving to the house*

They were let in the front and were now hunting down the right house number, and they pulled up to this dark shared house that had a huge backyard showing.

He parked the truck and overheard his daughter perk up.

Alexis: Doggy!!

She jumped out of her seat and was waiting for him to walk around and let her out.

Travis jumps out*

He walked around the back and opened the door to have Alexis jump into his arms, then be put down as she ran up to the white husky.

Alexis: Hi!! You're pretty.

Travis wasnt far behind her as he heard the front door open, then caught his eyes on one of his best friends that he hasn't seen in a long time.

Cody: Travis! What's up man!?

Travis: Long time no see.

Cody Rhodes walked out with his wife Brandi. The couple then walked up to Travis, gave him a hug and watched his daughter play with their dog.

Brandi: Seems like Pharaoh already found a new best friend.

Alexis: I like huskies.

Brandi: Awe.

She picked up Alexis and all walked back into the house with the dog.

Brandi: I remember holding you when you were a baby.

Travis: Yea, I'm sorry it's taken me to this point to come up and visit.

Cody: We've all been through WWE's ridiculous schedule, totally understandable.

As they walked to the kitchen of their house, the two split off from the guys since they were discussing business.

Brandi: Do you want to meet the other two pups?

Alexis: Yes!!

She smiled at the excitement of Alexis, then showed her to the back where the door closed and now it was just the two old friends.

Travis then followed his friend to his office where the door closed and it was time to talk wrestling.

He sits in front of Cody's desk*

Travis: Man, you have alot of stuff with Dusty.

Cody: I had to take alot.

Travis: Gosh, I miss that man.

Cody: We all do. Alright, before we get sappy. Let's talk, what's been going on?

Travis: Shit man, where do I begin?

Cody: I'm all ears man.

He leaned forward and was now focused on only what Travis has to say.

Travis: Alright, well I'd say I started to hate my position in the company when I had to retire for that amount of time.

Cody: -

Travis: With the scheduling and life as a husband took a toll on me, let alone being a father to a one year old daughter.

Cody: I'm sure.

Travis: It then dipped into mine and Rebecca's personal life as they kept her on the road no matter what we did to try and change the schedule. Half a year later I was cleared and went back, then we had little Jackson coming into our lives and that's when I was forcing myself to get out of bed to go to work.

Cody: -

Travis: I used to love wrestling, but after being on the road for a whole week or so; I started to hate it. It then caused my relationship with my wife to tank.

Cody: How are you and Rebecca doing? I remember our conversation during the time you two were talking a split.

Travis: We're trying to make it work. But because of that, I believe the company is a big reason why we drifted apart. I never saw her, and whenever I did it was because of tapings.

Cody: I get it man. You sound like a couple other guys that came over.

It was then quiet for a second as Cody then walked around and sat next to Travis in the other chair.

Cody: Listen man, as a businessman sitting next to you with a great opportunity; We're interested.

Travis: You're ready to sign me?

Cody: How long do you have left on this current contract?

Without thinking of numbers, he said the exact date.

Travis: April fifth.

Cody: That's the day after Wrestlemania, isn't it?

Travis: It is.

Cody: Ok. What's your situation with the contract discussion with WWE right now? Have they reached out with exstentions?

Travis: Atleast twice a month. Started back in December when my original contract was up, but due to time taken off it added up in the back-

Cody: Say no more. If you want a change then we're here with open arms.

Travis: I'll let you hear this from my own mouth. If I don't resign then be ready for a call.

Cody smiled as they continued to discuss business with the other guys that jumped ship and how they are enjoying themselves.

Outside*

Brandi was sitting in the grass with Alexis as she was watching all the dogs run around. She had a Instagram Live video going as she was in selfie mode.

Someone then joined the stream and that caught her eye.

Brandi: Alexis, look. It's your mommy!

A message came in and she read it to her.

Brandi: She says "I miss you babygirl"

Alexis: I miss you too mommy.

She blew a kiss into the camera and ran off with the dogs.

An hour later*

Travis and Cody were still talking business in his office.

Cody: So you're still suspended?

Travis: Yep.

Cody: Do you know the deadline?

Travis: I don't. They've been silent ever since they told me that they're holding me. The only thing I've gotten from anyone was a text from Hunter asking to come in and talk.

Cody: Knowing Hunter, he's going to talk money.

Travis: Probably. But I don't think any amount of money can keep me there. I want to wake up and wrestle happy, not dreading going to the airport knowing later that day will be horrible.

Cody: I feel you man. When my dad passed away and they split Dustin and I up, I was just catering talent.

He paused for a second as they heard the back door close. The girls are now back inside.

Cody: I hated it man. That's why I wanted out.

Travis: And now look at you. Wrestled all over the indies and now are part owner of a televised program.

Cody: Hunting down one of the hottest wrestlers in the business.

They both shared a laugh before ending their great conversation.

Cody: Seriously though, if you don't resign. We'd love to have you in All Elite Wrestling, you'd have great benefits, free from writers and scripts. Plus you'll have a open contract.

Travis: So say I do sign, I could go to Japan and wrestle?

Cody: Of course, we're an open book at AEW. How about coming by an episode of Dynamite? See how we operate and what happens first hand?

Travis: Appreciate it man, I'll take you up on the offer.

They shook on it and walked out of his office to see Brandi and Alexis coloring at the table.

Her and Travis stayed there for a little longer just catching up with life until later that night.

Back in Tampa*

Becky watched Brandi Rhodes livestream to see her daughter, which was weird since that means Travis is at Cody and her's house.

It didn't come across in her mind of him talking of leaving WWE for a new company, for freedom.

She was sitting on the couch with Kilo's head on her lap. The pup has been by her side ever since Travis left, he knew something was wrong and always kept her calm.

While scrolling through her phone, Jackson then slowly walked up to her with the photo of Travis again.

He held it tight, kissed it and said something that made her a little upset.

Jackson: Duda.

Becky: I know buddy.

She picked him up and thought over what Charlotte had asked her earlier that day.

Curious, she sent her husband a text hoping he would respond.

Becky: Can we talk? It's about the kids.

Becky then got a confirmation on if she would get a message back, it may be a while as she saw his tweet. It was a photo of Alexis walking towards the bus that held the band they were seeing tonight.

Back with Travis*

2 hours until showtime*

Travis walked Alexis holding her hand from the parking lot to the back where the VIP members were all standing.

He had their passes and a name to give to the security guards. It wasn't long before they were now at the doors and checking in, he said the name of the assistant that will be helping them tonight and were pulled aside from the normal line.

Not five minutes later came a lady that was with Breaking Benjamin. She walked the two through a curtain that was now deep into the backstage area.

That's where he caught his eyes on his old childhood friend.

Benjamin: Travis Sharp! How's it going man!?

Travis: Burnley, brother it's been too long.

He bro hugged him and Benjamin then looked down at his daughter.

Benjamin: And you must be the famous Alexis Sharp that's been all over social media.

Alexis: Maybe..

Benjamin: Man, she's getting big.

Travis: Coming up on six years.

Benjamin: Wow. I remember the night she was born.

Travis: I facetimed you and the band. You were touring with Avenged Sevenfold.

Benjamin: Good times. Alright, let's get you two settled in.

He walked them to the back where their second area was that was for personal responsibility of the band.

One of the photographers that tours with the band walked to the back and introduced himself to Travis.

The camera crew then walked to the back and wanted a little interview with the WWE superstar.

Camera guy: Alright, so how did you get to know Burnley?

Travis: Laughs* He moved from New Jersey to Boston when we were around six. His mom and my mom worked together at a bank, they met us up together one day.

Camera guy: It's been like that since?

Travis: One of our good friends Jackson, who unfortunately passed away seven years ago was the one to really pair us up. We three were the group no one could fuck with.

Benjamin: When we graduated from high school, we both split to pursue different careers. Later, like eight years ago he came back and we made a song for him.

Travis: I still use it to this day.

They continued to talk about their friendship with their late friend, then getting into family things before hanging out in the back.

Later that night, showtime*

Travis had Alexis by his side the whole time as the backstage area was now getting a little hectic with Bad Wolves now performing. They were the opening act for Breaking Benjamin on this tour, and their set list was wrapping up.

Benjamin: It's been great catching up brother. Invite me down to Tampa and we'll relive our childhood.

Travis: Thank you for this opportunity of getting back together man.

Benjamin: Always.

They bro hugged once again and Travis watched Alexis reach up, which then Burnley crouched down and gave her a hug.

He smiled and said his goodbyes to an old friend.

Alexis was holding his hand tight until he picked up his daughter and carried her out to the floor.

There was a section for VIP members only that stood in the middle of the walk way. The band members would now be walking around them overlooking the rest of the crowd.

Breaking Benjamin starts*

The amphitheater went dark as the screen that hid away the band rose.

A great hour set list was now in full force with Travis's favorites from all their albums.

Close to the end of the night*

They were finishing up songs from their "Ember" album with Travis's theme song.

A earphone covered Alexis quickly looked over at her dad as he smiled and continued to listen.

Even though it wasn't too loud where they stood, he still didn't want to risk her hurting her ears.

Final song starts playing and it was one of Travis's favorite of all time.

He was swaying Alexis back and forth a little until something great happened.

Benjamin Burnley was signing the finishing lyrics,

"And I'll break for you"

"As I open up the sky"

"And I'll stay for you"

"As we cross the great divide

With him saying "As I open the sky", he pointed to the ceiling where their set up turned on with a panel opening up exposing a LED screen of the night sky with their logo in the moon.

Travis got his daughters attention as it was now lightning up above them.

Travis: Sweetie, look.

He pointed up and she was mesmerized by the display.

The song then ended and they said their goodnights to Atlanta.

While walking back, Benjamin saw Travis and Alexis standing there. He handed her his guitar pic and gave her a fist bump.

Then him and Travis nodded at each other before walking to the back.

An hour later*

Travis and Alexis were now at the truck just watching the traffic flow out. She was sitting in the back looking at the guitar pic.

He looked in the rearview mirror and smiled.

Travis: You're going to be like mommy.

Alexis: I want a necklace.

Travis: We'll make it into one when we get home.

She kicked her feet quickly in excitement and couldn't stop looking at it.

Travis went back to scrolling through his phone as he was tagged in a post. It was the bands Instagram account sharing photos from that night, and one of them was of him and his little girl.

He quickly saved it and reposted it onto his Instagram which got alot of attention since he's been silent on social media since the arrest.

But this was a great return.

*Shows photo of Travis holding Alexis, pointing up to the ceiling and her face in shock*

@tsharpwwe

"I'll open the sky for you

📸: @amerisbankamphitheatre"

After posting that, he then saw the text that Becky sent him earlier that night.

Becky❤: Can we talk? It's about the kids.

Travis: Oh boy.

He was going to reply to her but decided to wait until they were back in Tampa.

The traffic was now lightning up so he started up his truck and was now ready for the long six hour drive back.

Looking back at his little girl, she was fast asleep after a long day of meeting people and getting lots of attention.

It did nothing but put a smile on his face as they started the drive back.

Travis: Let's head home.

He started up his playlist and got onto the interstate heading south.

END OF CHAPTER 21