Unexplainable [Original Version]

[chapter thirty-five: "pretty okay"]

Chapter 35: "Pretty Okay"
Kevin Nash's POV

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"Are you sure you don't want one of us to go with you, man? We don't care at all to go with your ass to pick that shit up." I look over at Scott as he ties his shoes and then stands up straight. He pops his back with a grunt before waving a hand over at me and Kid dismissively.

"Nah, it's fine. I'm really just wanting some fresh air. Besides, never know who I'll run into." Scott grins as he grabs the keys from the desk. "I might find me a pretty lady to hook up with on the way back."

"Just don't take too long bringing those drinks back, all right? We need our booze." I joke, making all of us laugh.

"Besides, you know Joli will whine if there's not any booze when she gets here. And when Joli whines, we all whine." Kid adds playfully.

"Oh, that's the damn truth." Scott agrees, shaking his head. "I'll try to be back in about forty-five minutes to an hour, okay?" I nod. "So just drinks, snacks, and some of Joli's shitty cigs, right?"

"You got it, brother." I grin at Scott. "Thanks again."

"No problem." Scott chuckles, shoving his hands into his pockets. "I'll see you boys later."

"See ya." Kid smiles.

As soon as the door closes behind Scott, Kid lets out a loud groan and slides down on their bed. He lays on his back and folds his arms behind his head, making himself comfortable as he stares up at the ceiling. I get up and grab a bottle of water from one of my bags, and as I open it up to take a drink, Kid starts talking.

"I know we don't really have many deep conversations, big guy, but I just wanted to check in on you and see how you're doing. You know, just to make sure you're doing all right."

There's not a doubt in my mind that Kid knows I'm doing just fine, but I'm smart enough to realize that's probably his way of wanting me to check in on him. But, I also know better than to call him on that, so if he wants to talk about me for a while, that's fine, too.

"Lately, things have been pretty damn good for me, man. I feel like Joli and I are really growing closer and it's the best feeling in the world. I didn't realize that love was such a powerful thing, Kid, but it is. I never thought that settling down and giving my everything to one woman could bring so much joy into my life." I'm being completely honest. My little Joli is my life.

Kid isn't looking over at me, but I can see a big fuckin' grin come onto his lips. "Yeah, I figured as much. You two are pretty damn cute together, you know that?" I automatically laugh.

"Me? Oh, there's not a damn thing that's cute about me." I jokingly scoff as I sit back down on mine and Joli's bed. "But God, Joli can be fuckin' adorable. She's perfect."

"You're really damn lucky to have her." Oh, I completely agree, Kid. I am. "I don't think there's a more beautiful woman in our industry with as good of a personality as Joli. Most chicks around here are either hot or fun, rarely ever both."

"You're right. There's not a guy in the wrestling world that wouldn't fuckin' jump at the opportunity to have Joli as their girl." She's the most wonderful human being I've ever met. "I'm not going to ever fuck things up with her, not if I can help it."

Kid lets out a small little chuckle before saying, "I really am happy for you two, Kev. I want the best for you and Joli."

"Thanks, man." I do appreciate it, Kid. I really do.

Kid turns his head so that he can look over at me, and he gives me a little smile. "Hey, do you think you're close to finally dating her yet?"

"Honestly?" I chuckle and shrug. "I don't know. I'm making progress with her, definitely, but I'm not sure when she'll be ready for it. We've still not even talked about her past marriage, but then again, I don't know if she'll want to talk about that before or after we get together."