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*July 2003*

"Okay, sounds good," Adam said into the phone. A smile played at his lips as he listened to the person on the other end. "Yeah, I will - definitely," he said. "All right. Thanks, Stephanie."

The tall blond man was just exchanging goodbyes with the SmackDown General Manager as Amy returned home from her afternoon workout at the gym. He turned to see her stepping into the living room, a speculative expression on her face.

"Hey," Adam greeted her. He grinned as she neared him, stooping over slightly to place a kiss on his lips - one he eagerly returned. He grew more feisty and wrapped his arms around her, gently pulling her down onto his lap. She laughed as she nearly tumbled on him.

The redhead giggled some more as she tried to straighten up, but he wouldn't release her. He plied kisses all over her face, his lips hot and moist. She gave up for the time being and gave in, wrapping her arms around his neck and returning the affection kiss for kiss. It had only been as of recently that she'd finally begun to feel comfortable about putting her arms around his neck. For the last three and a half months, she'd been so fearful of touching the wrong spot and hurting him - or, even worse, knocking something out of whack and impeding his healing process.

Finally, he relented a bit and came up for some air. His handsome face still wore a bright smile as he met her beautiful hazel eyes.

"You're in a pretty chipper mood today," she remarked. She reached one hand up to his face, tracing his jawline with her forefinger.

He nearly shivered at her almost featherlike touch. She could sure make shivers race up his spine. He nodded.

"I am," he admitted. His green gaze was riveted to hers. He wondered how she would react when he gave her the news. "I just got off the phone with Stephanie."

"Oh, *that's* why you're in such a good mood?" The redhead pouted, and the Canadian found the gesture absolutely adorable. "You've always had a crush on Stephanie McMahon," she teased. "Admit it..."

"Nah... but I *do* have a crush on a certain redhead who's actually a natural brunette..."

Amy made a face, sticking her tongue out at him as she swatted him in the chest. All the gesture got her was another small kiss from him. She laughed heartily.

"All right, you," she said, a teasing gleam in her hazel eyes. "Now, tell me why you're so happy."

"Well... I'm going to be appearing at a SmackDown houseshow," the tall blond man announced. "That was what the call with Stephanie was all about."

"Really?" she asked, one brow arched. "Interesting... Any idea what you'll be doing?"

"I'm not really sure," Adam replied. "But it's going to be cool. It's in a couple of weeks, when the brand will be in Toronto." He grinned at her. "We'll just have to start planning a trip to my mom's."

"All right. It would sure be nice to see her again." She gently pulled his head down to hers, their faces close. She nuzzled him softly, her breath hot against his face. He loved the feel of her. "But for now... No more talk - kiss me again."

Adam chuckled, more than happy to oblige.