Post by cjcross on Sept 19, 2017 11:52:23 GMT -5
***A week ago***
It was a long week to week and a half for Conner and Celeste. Hurricane Irma was threatening to nail the Florida coastline and everyone was urged to get out of there. They packed up all that they can and began to head north. Thankfully they were able to get out before the traffic got too heavy. Other than a quick trip to Toronto to watch Celeste compete in the Tower match, they spent most of their time in Boston, CJ's hometown. The city does have a special meaning to them as it is the city where they met in XWF. Also thankfully it is the city where ECWF relocated for the one Madness as well as where the SAP show on Friday was being held.
With the two of them being low on cash, being put up in a hotel is not in their budget, especially since they have no idea how long they will be away from their apartment. Thankfully again in a pinch, CJ's best friend, Michael Smith was there for him. Michael's apartment was not much bigger than their apartment back in Miami, but it is the place where CJ crashed when he left his drunk Dad and his Mom behind. He was a broke college kid trying to make it in the wrestling world, and Michael was there for him. He never complained about CJ not chipping in, even though CJ did when he could. CJ really owed everything to Mike for helping him get his career off the ground, and if he makes it to the next level, he will be taken care of if he likes it or not.
"It is a nice ring CJ."
Celeste was out for the afternoon, her uncle Justin wanted to catch up with her and see how things were going, they will all meet up for dinner later on. This gave CJ time to get the thoughts of his best bud, who always had his best interest in mind.
"I am not even sure why I got talked into buying it."
"How did you get the money for it?"
"Underage gambling in Las Vegas with Trixie."
Just saying her name makes Mike's mind begin to go off in a whole new direction.
"Dude she is hot, I still cannot believe you get to spend time with her."
"Ye.."
"Just everything about her makes me.."
"MIKE!"
CJ needed to snap him out of whatever trance he may have been in.
"Sorry. But uh, this ring is a huge commitment for only being together for seven or eight months."
"I understand that.. and it is meant to be just a gift but what if she thinks it's more?"
"Marriage?"
CJ can feel shivers going down his spine just hearing that word.
"Yes, and that's not something I want.. not now at least."
"Do you love her, Conner?"
"Of course I do!"
That was a question that only needed one second to answer.
"Well you already have the ring in your possession. You can't get any money for it, since you had it inscribed. I would give it to her CJ. Sit her down and talk to her first. Tell her the truth, I hear women like that."
"You want me to tell her I broke the law in Vegas and then spent all that money on a ring, money which we could have used right now!"
"Better than her finding out on her own."
That is the truth... Maybe it is time to just rip the bandage off of the situation. This has gone on long enough, him worrying about the ring. It would look great on her finger.
"I would have to find the right time."
"Once you are back and settled in Miami, make it your first order of business. It will take the weight of the world off of our shoulders Conner. You have enough to worry about."
It was true for such a young age. He not only needed to keep his career moving along, but he also had to worry now about money as well as making sure Celeste is okay and taken care of. Not that she needed it, but as the man in the relationship, he felt the need to make sure of that.
"You're right. I just hope it all works out."
"It will in the end."
CJ takes the box with the ring in it and stands up before sliding the box into his pocket.
"Thanks dude."
"Anytime, now since we still have a little time, how about for old time sakes, I kick your ass in Madden '17."
"You're on!"