(Brianna's POV)(January 20th, 2021; four months ago.)

My head couldn't still process or wrap the words I had just heard. I was just offered the biggest chance of my entire career by one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all-time, Triple H. I had been in his office for the last half hour.

Triple H: Brianna, if you're willing... we're offering a contract to join WWE as part of the NXT brand. We just want you to look over the contract and sign on the dotted line.

Brianna: Sir, with all due respect... there's no thinking on my end. I'll sign right now and get my dream started ad fulfilled.

Triple H: Alright kid, sounds like a plan. We'll get everything else squared for you while you get a tour at hopefully the rest of your career. Welcome to the big time kid.

After signing on the dotted line to make her WWE tenure official, the Chicago native began shedding tears not of sadness but of accomplishment and joy. She had finally made it to her destination but now, the hard work truly began.

(March 9th 2021, 10 A.M. Present Day.)

Brianna had just arrived to the WWE Performance Center to catch an early workout before NXT had began taping that night's show. Her phone began ringing and rather it be a person, it was an alarm clock reminding her to be at the gym for a light workout. It was to be cardio and light weight day as she didn't want to fully overdo it since she'd be competing that night. As she opened the door to get to the gym she bumped into a familiar face.

Caleb: Hey you okay there... Brianna?

Brianna: ...Caleb? There's no way that's you man.

In front of her stood a very well-toned African-American with shoulder length dreadlocks, a nice, defined six-pack, calves that could cut diamonds. This 'Caleb' was wearing a 'We Are NXT' Black and Gold scratch shirt and pair of his college alma mater's Missouri Tigers shorts and some Nike training shoes. He was fellow NXT Superstar Caleb Jayson 'C.J.' Harper fresh off a workout in his own right.

Caleb: Well, well if it ain't my favorite skater chick. How you been girl?

Brianna quickly hugged one of her closest friends after she got up.

Brianna: I've been good! Real good. You look really good too.

Caleb didn't show it at first but he was definitely blushing after her comments.

Caleb: I mean that's what happens when you've got some of the absolute best wrestlers of past generation to train you cuh. That and some of my wicked training regimens put to the test. But enough about me girl, you about to get some work in?

Brianna: Yeah some light cardio and arm workouts. I'm competing tonight against Taya, what about you?

Caleb: Unfortunately I got a tough draw, I'm competing against Cole. Something about wanting to give me a push but give Cole more heat for his showdown with Kyle. Why don't you and I grab a bite after you're done. I was going to head back to my apartment for a shower and handle some chores.

Brianna: ZEEEE, I wish I really could C.J. but I had plans with my boyfriend Blake.

Caleb: Blake? Oh you mean Red Demon Trey? Lucky brother he is. Well I won't keep you girl, truly nice seeing Bri. I'll see you later tonight and please don't be a stranger this time alright?

Brianna: Definitely.

He smiled softly as he exited the Performance Center and she got to work. Soon Caleb reached the apartment complex he had called home for up to the last year and a half. After parking his Ford Fusion and entering the access code to get entry to the pavillon. He pulled out his apartment key, entering his humble abode which boasted three beautiful bedrooms and three decently sized bathrooms. There were a litany of issues the former Mizzou Tiger had to tackle before he had to check back in to the Performance Center.

Caleb: First off, stank ass laundry... any last words before you meet a fresh and clean smelling fate?

He looked at his laundry hamper where a stack of wrinkled, sweaty clothes were beginning to pile up and impact his residence with a foul odor. Thankfully he was never lacking on washing machine supplies. He organized his dirty clothes by whites, colors and blacks as he started on the more colorful clothing, placing a few pods, detergent as he put a colors only cycle on go. He soon cleaned around the place, vacuuming the living room, kitchen and his bathroom in rapid succession. After he was done with that, he decided to make a salad to pass the time. Once his chores were complete and he finished his homemade Caesar Salad, he decided to make a trip to the grocery store as he didn't want to go after the show all beat up, spent and tired. After said trip, Caleb grabbed a cart and began wheeling it around as he began procuring certain items. As he entered into the cereal section he ran into another cart.

?: Hey watch where you're going... Caleb?

Caleb: Priscilla? Hey what're the odds we shopping at the same market, how you been?

The 'Renegade' had bumped into the one of the newer signees of NXT and another close friend of his outside the ropes in Priscilla Kelly, also known as Gigi Dolin when she had signed to WWE.

Priscilla: I'm good, I'm good... I see you're buying up half the store more or less.

Caleb: Ehhh, I wouldn't think this qualifies as 'half the store'.... You should've seen me in here three weeks ago. I was on my bully. Had to run in here for the ribs and shrimp, ya dig.

Priscilla: Oh I think I do. So last minute chores or cooking before tonight?

Caleb: That obvious huh? I wanted to get shopping down off my list before tonight's show... hey if you not busy why don't you swing on by? I was going to barbecue and throw a party tomorrow. Maybe you can help me out, there's a lot I've got to prepare.

Priscilla: Sure what time do I have to be there?

Caleb: Uh.... let's see probably ten, but if not come by tomorrow by like 10. Grab a coffee if need by.

Priscilla: Sure thing. I'll be see you later, Caleb.

The redheaded beauty whispered his name as she began wheeling her cart in a separate direction, he began looking back seeing her hips sway as she dissappeared to the next aisle over. He tried to not make such a big deal out of it and turned back to his list.

Caleb: Alright barbecue sauce, then burgers, buns and condiments? Fuck it, I'll get two of everything why not.

(Later that night; Full Sail University.)

Caleb had entered the NXT portion of the campus, gear in the back of his car as parked said vehicle. After grabing his bag, he read over the match schedule and he found out he'd be facing NXT Champion Finn Balor with a run in from Balor's challenger at Stand and Deliver that being the ever dangerous Karrion Kross. He entered the building and made his way towards the locker room he heard some crying of some sort. He rounded around to see a crying Brianna who now was just sniffling.

Caleb: Brianna? What the hell; Are you alright?

Brianna wiped her eyes, a few tears still streaming down her face as she looked up to see a concerned Caleb.

Brianna: Oh, it's nothing Caleb. I'm fine, really.

Caleb: Doesn't seem like nothing Bri, and I've known you for at least three years I can tell you when you're definitely lying.

Brianna: *sniff* *sniff* Look I said I'm fine damnit! Don't worry yourself about me, okay?

Caleb: Wrong answer, I worry about all my friends. You're clearly not alright and just for that when we're done tonight. I'm taking you out for some ice cream and you're crashing at my place, don't even think of trying to say no either.

Brianna: God, fine. You win Caleb, you win. Now can please let me alone?

Caleb: Yeah I will, I've got a match anyway, just please clean yourself up okay? You've got a little snot running down your chin.

Brianna: CALEB!

Caleb: YIPE!

He narrowly avoided her backpack hitting his head as he ran away from a saddened yet enraged Brianna. But as he left she retrieved her backpack, grabbing a makeup mirror and indeed her close friend was right, there was clear snot trailing down from her nose to her chin. She quickly grabbed some tissue and wipe where the trail was going and where it started.

Brianna: Well it's good to see he still cares somewhat....

End of Chapter One....

So there you have it the first chapter is out. What exactly is up with our favorite punk-rock influenced wrestler? What type of role will Miss Dolin play? Will Caleb's Barbecue Bonanaza be a roaring success or failing flop. Find out in the next chapter COMING SOON.