HEALING HANDS (Bayley x OC)

A Celebration Among Queens

Backstage after the final match of the NXT Women's Breakout Tournament, the atmosphere was still charged with energy. Jade Sabin, though not crowned the winner, was receiving her share of applause and congratulations from the staff and wrestlers alike. Her body was sore, her muscles aching from the intense battle with Lyra Valkyria, but her spirit was high. She hadn't won the tournament, but she had won the respect of her peers—and, most importantly, she had found herself again.

As Jade made her way to the locker room, she was greeted by familiar faces—women who had been in her corner through thick and thin, offering guidance and support along the way. Bayley was the first to rush toward her, arms wide open, pulling her into a tight, joyful hug.

"You did it!" Bayley exclaimed, her voice full of pride. "You went all the way to the finals, Jade. And you gave it everything!"

Jade smiled, feeling the warmth of the embrace. "Thanks, Bayley. It was a hell of a ride. I don't think I could've done it without you."

"Don't even start with that," Bayley said, shaking her head. "This is all you. The Unhinged Rose is here to stay."

As they talked, Jade heard another familiar voice, smooth yet full of authority, calling out to her. Mercedes Moné, formerly known as Sasha Banks, walked toward them with a confident smirk. She had been a trailblazer for women's wrestling and someone Jade admired deeply.

"Look who made it to the big leagues," Mercedes said, extending a hand toward Jade. "I told you you had something special."

Jade took her hand, pulling her into a hug instead. "You've always had my back, Mercedes. Thank you for believing in me."

Mercedes winked. "I didn't just believe in you. I knew it. That ring is yours whenever you're ready to take it."

Before Jade could respond, more familiar faces appeared—Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair, two of the biggest names in wrestling history. Both had paved their own paths in WWE, and Jade had always admired their strength, resilience, and ability to rise above every challenge thrown their way.

Becky grinned, crossing her arms as she looked Jade over. "The Unhinged Rose, eh? Not bad for someone who used to patch people up. I like this new side of you."

Jade chuckled. "Yeah, it feels pretty good to be unhinged for a change."

Charlotte stepped forward, her aura commanding as always. "You've earned your spot here, Jade. What you did in that tournament? That's only the beginning. Keep pushing, and you'll be wearing gold sooner than you think."

Jade nodded, feeling a sense of validation from women she had watched dominate the industry for years. "That's the plan."

As the women gathered around, exchanging stories and congratulations, there was one more presence in the room—Saraya. She had been a mentor to Jade during her time in the UK indie scene, back when they were both carving out their paths in the chaotic world of wrestling. Saraya had watched Jade's growth firsthand, and now, seeing her standing among the elite, she couldn't hide her pride.

"Well, well," Saraya said with a sly grin, walking up to Jade. "Look at you now. From the indies to the NXT finals. I always knew you had it in you."

Jade laughed, pulling Saraya into a warm hug. "I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you. You taught me to be fearless, to never back down."

Saraya smiled. "You've always had the heart of a fighter, Jade. Now you just need to keep going. There's a whole lot more to accomplish."

Bayley, Mercedes, Becky, Charlotte, and Saraya all gathered around Jade, a circle of women who had blazed their own trails in the industry. They had each faced their own battles, overcome their own struggles, and now, they were here to celebrate Jade's breakthrough.

"To Jade," Bayley said, raising an imaginary glass. "To the Unhinged Rose, and the beginning of an incredible journey."

"To Jade!" they all echoed, and Jade couldn't help but smile as she looked around at these women who had supported her, mentored her, and inspired her.

As the conversation flowed, Jade realized how far she had come—from the hospital operating rooms to the bright lights of the NXT arena. She had traded in her scalpel for wrestling boots, and while her path had been anything but easy, it had led her to this moment, surrounded by women she admired.

"Do you ever miss it?" Mercedes asked, a knowing look in her eyes. "The old life, I mean."

Jade thought for a moment, then shook her head. "Not in the way I thought I would. Surgery was my life for so long, but wrestling... this is where I'm meant to be now. I don't regret anything."

"Good," Saraya said with a grin. "Because the best is yet to come."

As the night wore on, the group continued to laugh, share stories, and plan for the future. Jade felt a sense of belonging she hadn't felt in a long time. This was her new family, her new world, and she was ready to take it by storm.

With the tournament behind her and new challenges on the horizon, Jade knew that this celebration was just the beginning. The Unhinged Rose had bloomed, but there was still so much more to achieve.

And with these women by her side, Jade Sabin was ready for whatever came next.