Hunting The Shield// Dean Ambrose

Conflicted

After Dean stormed out Ana packed up her stuff and heading to the hotel. She didn't want to look at anyone or talk to anyone. She was disgusted in herself. She did not condone anyone putting their hands on someone outside the ring. Getting to the hotel Ana went into her room, showering quickly then sitting in bed with Mox.

"I messed up Mox. I wouldn't blame him if he doesn't forgive me. I know I wouldn't.." a few tears rolled down her face. She quickly wiped them away she didn't feel like she had the right to cry. It was her fault.

A knock on the hotel door caused Ana to jump lightly. Wiping her face she picked up Mox since she hasn't seen him most of the day and opened the door. She was a little confused since the person standing in front of her was Randy which was weird because they haven't talked or even seen each other since survivor series.

"Randy? What are you doing here?"

"Roman and Seth have their hands full with Dean. I wanted to check on you."

Ana was conflicted. Should she really let him in when her and Dean are having problems? But they are acquaintances and as long as they stay in the living room and not hide anything from the guys it will be ok right? Stepping aside she allowed him to step inside before she shut the door.

"Want something to drink?"

"No i'm alright. Who's this?" He motioned to Mox.

"Oh this is Moxley. The guys got him for me."

Randy smiled and lightly rubbed his head. "He's cute. And he has small legs like you."

Ana never made that connection. That's probably why the guys got him. Oh she was gonna kill the guys. Sitting on the couch Mox ran straight to Randy trying to attack him.

"Atta boy Mox. Teach him a lesson."

"He keep it up and maybe one day he'll be champion."

Ana's smile faded. "How bad was he when you left?"

"Not good. I wouldn't want to be on his bad side. Though if i'm here when he comes back i might be."

"God i messed up. I hit him."

Randy knew that was eating her up. She'd let the guilt eat her up any time she'd hit him over the years. Yes she was a wrestler but she hated violence.

"The best thing you can do is let him cool down and then apologize. One thing about you is that you know when your wrong."

"What if he hates me?"

"Ana listen to me. It's impossible to hate you. Sure people may dislike you for a little bit but then they miss you and they come back. You and Ambrose are good together. I don't think this will ruin you guys."

This is the Randy that Ana has missed over the years. He was like an older brother helping her with boy problems and the occasional sibling arguments.

"I hope you're right. Honestly... i don't know what I'd do without him."

"Then tell him that. He may feel the same."

The living room door opened and the guys walked in stopping when they saw Randy. Ana watched nervously as they stared almost glared at him.

"I was just leaving guys. Remember what i said Ana." Randy nodded at the guys as he walked out.

"Was he bothering you baby girl?"

"No he was checking up on me and gave me some advice." Ana refused to look at Dean as she quickly bid the guys goodnight and retiring to her room.

"I'll go talk to her."

Seth started walking to the room but Dean stopped him. This is something he had to handle. After all it was his relationship. Taking a deep breath he walked into Ana's room. Mox ran over to Dean and he hesitantly picked him up. He smiled at the little fuzz ball. Dean couldn't believe Ana named him Moxley. But in a way this was her coping mechanism.

Ana was laying with her back to the door. Dean sat on the edge setting Mox down. "Can we talk?"

When Ana didn't answer him he sat on the edge of the bed. Minutes went by while neither one of them said anything. After almost 2 months apart maybe this is what they needed. A quiet place where they can both get their emotions and thoughts in check.

Being next to each other felt like home. They knew they would have to talk about what happened tonight but maybe when they're tired isn't the best time. Standing up Dean went to get his bag while Ana thought he was leaving. That thought caused tears to run down her face.

Dean walked back into the room in his pjs, setting his bag down and laying down wrapping his arm around Ana pulling her close.

"We're stronger than this. we'll have to talk about this later."

"Maybe tomorrow? Go for a walk or something?"

"I think that sounds good darlin."

They fell into a comfortable silence before Ana rolled over and smiled when Mox started crawling on Dean.

"I think he likes you."

"He's alright. Might have to teach him a few ways to annoy you."

"Your not corrupting my cat."

Dean smirked. "Our cat. He has my name that makes him part mine."

"Go to bed dork."

"Night darlin."

That night they both got some of the best sleep they've had in months. Tonight was a night of peace and comfort while tomorrow will be more serious and tense.

That morning when Dean woke up everyone else was still in a deep sleep. During physical therapy his trainer constantly scolded him for stressing over his friends. He watched every week as they got their asses handed to them. So when he got the call the night before last saying he was good to go. He caught the first flight home.

Thankfully he was there. He didn't know what Bray's obsession with Ana was all about but he knows damn well that if he lays another finger on her he'll kill him.

Almost as if he hadn't been gone he fell into the routine of whoever gets up first makes coffee. Not soon after Ana walked into the kitchen yawning. Like she was in autopilot mode she grabbed a cup of coffee and started making breakfast.

"Ana why don't you get some rest. You don't have anything to do today."

"I know. Just couldn't sleep."

"Alright. How about i help you with breakfast?"

Ana quickly shook her head. She didn't trust Dean to help make food.

"Not happening Ambrose. Not after last time."

Pretty much the last time Dean helped cooked there was 2 fires and a number of bandaids needed.

"Fair enough."

Breakfast was nearly finished when Seth and Roman stumbled in. Dean couldn't believe that these three were up this early and coherent. Roman walked over kissing Ana's head.

"I'll finish breakfast baby girl. Sit down and take a break." Ana nodded before going and sitting on the couch closing her eyes.

"How are you three even conscious right now?"

"I don't know man. I think its just routine now. Get up, drink a lot of coffee then go to work." Seth nodded in agreement.

"Are you and Ana ok?"

"I don't know. We're gonna spend the day together to talk about everything."

"Are you gonna bring up Randy?"

Dean had no idea. Was it kinda messed up to walk into the hotel room and see him there? Yeah. But they were in the living room.

"I don't know man. Should i?"

"Don't accuse her of anything. But I would talk about it."

Dean walked out of the kitchen to get Ana for breakfast only to find her sleeping on the couch. Not wanting to wake her he grabbed the blanket from her room and covered her up. I guess the talk will have to wait a little longer.