CHAPTER 7

6:00AM...

I almost didn't recognize myself as I walked past the mirror on the way to the bathroom the following morning. I had slept so well, that I clean forgot I had neatly French braided my long hair on either side the night before, as I usually wear it down, or up in a messy bun. But I wanted to make a real good impression on Mr. Heyman, so I decided to rock a whole new look that day, hoping it would make me look bolder.

I was showed, dressed and ready in no time. My hair was done, my makeup was to perfection! And I was wearing my best fitness gear with new trainers to match.

I managed to reach the OVW studio within the hour, grabbing myself a morning a coffee and a bottle of water on the way. I looked down at my watch now: 7:02am...oh good, I still have some time I thought setting my bag down by the floor beside me. I listened at the door for a few seconds, wondering if Jimmy might be in a little early too to give me a good luck pep talk, or possibly a little last minute advice, but there wasn't a sound. I decided to warm up a little before I met Mr. Heyman, so I quickly hid my bag behind a nearby bush not far from the entrance and off I took off running. I did a couple of hard laps round the studio, and about 35 minutes later I had worked up a right sweat, but at least my muscles were relaxed now, and ready for whatever Mr. Heyman asked of me to show him. I stopped to catch my breath for a moment, and seeing as no one was around yet, I decided to go quickly over one of the promos I'd been practicing:

''For those of you who don't already know me, my name is Faith. I don't come with fancy gimmicks, and I bow down to no one. I'm the real deal, and if that bothers you...then why don't you step in the ring with me, and I'll show you what it's like to go toe to toe with the hottest free agent in town''

CLAP, CLAP, CLAP, CLAP

I was so startled at the sound of someone clapping, that I immediately spun round to see who it was, feeling slightly taken aback at the a short, half bald stocky man in a suit, who kinda looked like a lawyer, standing smiling at me quite amused ''young lady that was a pretty fresh promo, very entertaining'' he said looking at me with great interest. I on the other hand just looked at him confused.

''Oh I'm sorry, where are my manners? Allow me to introduce myself...my name is Paul Heyman, and I take you to be the lovely Faith whom I have heard so much about'' he smiled, extending his hand out to mine. I just stood there totally caught off guard, but eventually shook his hand back with a polite smile of my own...that's him?! Damn, he looked nothing like I imagined he would. Still, so much for my preparation huh? Like what was he even doing here already? I had at least a half hour to get myself together, and make my grand entrance. I was feeling quite embarrassed at that point.

''The very one'' I piped up half smiling at him.

''She can talk the talk, but can she walk the walk?'' he pondered, then suddenly looked over my shoulder with a bright smile ''Aah, just in time'' he said, beckoning for someone to come over.

I turned to see Jimmy and another dark headed girl like myself, walking towards us. Oh my god! Was that...PAIGE?!

''Well you didn't think you would be wrestling yourself now did you?'' Jimmy smiled when they neared us, clearly seeing the look of shock on my face ''I see you've already met Mr. Heyman'' he winked at me.

But...my grand entrance! Why is everyone so early?!

''Mr. Heyman came specially to see what you can do'' Jimmy continued ''and who better to share the stage with you than the lovely Paige right here'' Jimmy smiled, then pushed the two of us together for a formal greeting ''Faith Paige, Paige Faith'' he said introducing us both.

''Don't worry babygirl, I don't bite'' Paige winked in her cool sounding British accent.

I just loved her so much, that I immediately felt myself bushing from star truck syndrome.

Jimmy had now turned his focus to Mr.Heyman ''Pauley!'' he greeted Mr. Heyman with open arms, and a few slaps on the back. ''Jimmy, long time old friend!'' Mr. Heyman beamed.

''Hey, sorry we ambushed you like that'' Paige whispered to me ''Paul and Jimmy thought it would be good for you as motivation I guess, to have a real WWE superstar come along and be your opponent for your audition. I was free today, so when they asked, I was more than happy to do it. Aside from the awesome shoe shops they got here in Ohio, it was also a great opportunity to check out my new potential work colleague'' she said winking at me again.

''I'm such a fan!'' I blurted at her excitedly like a little child...Oh god Faith you're an idiot I scolded myself...be professional would you.

''Aw thanks babe'' Paige beamed politely, not noticing the stars in my eyes.

''So...first impressions?'' I overheard Jimmy asked Mr. Heyman.

''So far, I really like her. She already has the looks, and coupled together with her 'die hard' presence, one gets the impression straight away that there's no messing with her. I know I can trust you Jimmy, you've trained some of the best WWE talent the roster has ever seen, so I have no doubt that Faith will be just as good, or better. Now, let's go see the show'' Mr Heyman said excitedly.

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