Disclaimer: Anything recognizable, belongs not to me.

Spoilers: Nothing current.. But I will be altering the past.

Summary: Things get shaken up when the WWE starts an inter-gender division.

Notes: All applicable notes can be found in the previous chapters.. But, should you have any questions, feel free to ask away. And just to clarify things here, Randy is going to be an asshole throughout this story.. Sorry to disappoint you all there, but…it's crucial to my plot.

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The next morning, the inter gender participants convened for breakfast, expecting to have all morning off…as Stephanie and Shane had stated on their first night there. In fact, over breakfast, the respective teams started to plan out their mornings.. All on the assumption that they would have the morning free. Initially, Stephanie and Shane had planned on an all day scavenger type hunt from another location and back to the camp. But, after they had consulted last night with the coaches and managers, that idea was set aside for another day. Instead, they planned on a morning of field games, with an afternoon of team sports. Hunter had been the first, and only coach, to protest that idea…the blonde man wondering just how that was going to accomplish anything, aside from taking up time that they could be using to train. Somehow, he had managed to argue for some training time in the afternoon, but only if his team could find another team to practice with. If they could not, then they would have to participate in the afternoon sports just like everyone else. Regardless, if they could find a willing team to practice with their team, one team sport game was mandatory. And while the teams were finishing breakfast, Ric and Hunter were discussing potential practice partners for the afternoon. The two men reasoned that the practice partners had to be decent with their in-ring skills…since the primary reason they wanted their team to get some practice in was because they were title holders. Even if that hadn't been the case, they wanted their team to be challenged.

Stephanie waited until all of the plates had been cleared, "if I could have your attention up here please." The teams turned their attention up, some taking longer than others to comply. "There's been a slight change in the schedule for today."

Shane nodded from his spot beside his sister, "instead of a group team challenge, we'll be having a team vs. team challenge. The main point of these challenges, is so that you and your partner can learn to trust each other."

"In some instances, the events will be cabin vs. cabin or your placing will depend on your coach and management team." Stephanie held up a piece of notebook paper, "since these changes were last minute, we don't have a master copy to pass around."

Shane cleared his throat as Stephanie held the piece of paper between them. "The first set of events are team vs. team, that means you will be working solely with your inter-gender partner against other inter-gender teams. The order of events are as follows: Three legged race, water balloon toss and a beach lake relay."

"The next set of events are cabin vs. cabin with Cabin A vs. Cabin B vs. Cabin C and Cabin D vs. Cabin E." The brunette woman squinted slightly to read scribbled notes, "the order of events are: Tug of War, with Cabin C taking on the winner of Cabin A vs. Cabin B and jousting."

Victoria shook her head, muttering to the Diva to her right. "You'd think we were ten years old or something."

"After the Cabin vs. Cabin events, we'll have a late lunch." Stephanie set down the sheet of paper, her hands clasping behind her back. "Now, there are two options for the afternoon.. Well, only one option, but you do have an option event for the second activity. Your first activity is team sports. By a vote, you all will decide if it's beach volleyball, flag football or basketball."

Shane waited until the murmuring from the teams had died down, "the second activity is another team sport or.. If you and your partner can find another team willing, you may use this time for in-ring practice."

Hunter raised a hand, "and what if we ask the other team under our advisement? Would that be suitable?"

Stephanie and Shane exchanged a look, both shrugging before she replied: "If the other team agrees, yes, that is acceptable."

Jacqueline raised an eyebrow, "I wonder what that scheming ass is up to now.."

Lita rolled her eyes, "we'll find out in a minute.." she nodded to the approaching duo of Hunter and Ric, "trouble is coming this way."

John smirked, the dark haired man currently sitting across from the Diva trio. "I can't really say I'd mind if Bugle Beak wants to toss us all in the ring.. Means I get another chance to get my hands on that pansy."

"Which you will for the first four weeks of training," Lita reminded him with a wry smile. "Or have you forgotten that part?"

John shrugged, "still don't mean that I wouldn't mind getting that chance more often. Or are you gonna tell me that you'd complain?"

"Well no, I didn't say that." The redhead leaned back a touch in her chair, "it's just too bad that it isn't in the ring, where it really counts…with the Intercontinental Title on the line."

"True that," he conceded with a roll of his shoulders. "I jus' hope they keep all them assholes banned from ringside.. S'what cost me the match last time."

Lita nodded, her hands bridging behind her head. "I know.. I was watching from the back. And you might be able to get Helmsley, Flair and Batista banned from ringside, but…there's one more member of Evolution who will be at ringside."

The former U.S. Champion sent her a grin. "S'long as you don't plan on low blowin' me or some shit like that? We'll be alright."

The redheaded Diva laughed, "I can assure you, if I interfere in anyway? It'll be on your opponent." She paused, opening her mouth as if to say more when she shut it quickly.

"Since you three heard what Stephanie and Shane said," Hunter placed his palms flat on the table, glancing specifically between Jacqueline, John and Lita. "I'd like to have a practice session with my teams later."

Ric motioned for Randy to join the table, the self proclaimed Legend Killer moving from the somewhat isolated spot he had been occupying.

Randy waited until he had reached the table, not seating himself, instead standing behind Lita's chair; his arms crossing over his chest. "Yes?"

Hunter shot him a look, but refrained from commenting, yet. "I've arranged for some practice time after the team sports. That means that the four of you will need to be in your ring gear and in that gymnasium. Am I clear?" He turned his attention away from his protégé, hazel eyes shifting shortly between Jacqueline, John and Lita. "Straight after that stupid volleyball game ends, go get your gear and meet Ric and myself at the gym."

With those words spoken, Hunter pushed back from the table…indicating for Ric to join him.

Jacqueline raised an eyebrow, waiting until the pair was out of hearing distance. "Should we start addressing him as 'sir'?" The Diva rolled her eyes, arms crossing loosely over her chest. " He's acting worse than Al with those Tough Enough kids."

Lita shrugged marginally, "I'm guessing all of the power is going to his head… or inflating his ego more, if that's possible."

"I really don't think that's how you should refer to your leader." Randy spoke up from behind the redhead, his tone condescending, "you're still a part of Evolution, remember?"

The redhead turned slightly, an eyebrow raising at the third generation wrestler. "And your opinion means something to me because? I don't even know why you're still standing there.. Usually you follow Helmsley around like a trained dog."

Blue eyes darkened slightly with anger, "I'm still here because I need to speak with you." Nodding to the doors he added: "Outside and alone."

Lita smirked, "I don't trust you in the ring, why should I trust you outside of it? Whatever you have to say can be said--"

Randy's jaw clenched, the young man reaching out and grabbing her by the elbow. "It can't wait."

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Before anyone could say a word, or do anything to prevent it, Randy was tugging the redhead after him.. The two soon disappearing through the double doors leading out of the dining hall. John, Jacqueline, Victoria and Chris exchanged baffled looks.. .concern and anger evident on all of their faces. They were aware that the relationship between the inter-gender partners was volatile enough, but did that really justify Randy's most recent course of action? Of course, they also knew, that Lita wasn't exactly making things any easier.. But if they had been in her position, they wouldn't hesitate to admit that they'd act the exact same way. One table away, Edge and Rob were already on their feet…ready to follow after the two Evolution members while Eddie and Dawn were halfway to the doors. It only took a few seconds before the four seated were also on their feet…judging by the anger in Randy's eyes and the way that he had handled Lita.. Things weren't exactly looking good for the redhead. They knew that she could hold her own, but, maybe this time she wouldn't be able to. Granted, if things all boiled down to it, a swift kick to the groin would handle any problem. And they knew that Lita wouldn't hesitate to take such actions if they were necessary for her well being. But, when they were finally outside of the dining hall, they saw no sign of Randy or Lita.. Which was odd, considering that not much time had passed since they had left the dining hall.. And unless Randy had dragged her elsewhere…that thought alone was enough for Dawn to grab Victoria by the wrist. .the two rushing back to Cabin D with Jacqueline… the guys following closely behind them. To their relief, they heard Randy and Lita before they saw them.. The two standing in the common area of the cabin, the door left slightly ajar.

Hazel eyes narrowed, "you can let go of my arm at anytime now… I really don't think Helmsley would be too pleased about this little stunt."

Randy smirked, "Hunter isn't here right now. Honestly, Lita, who do you think he would believe, huh? I'm not exactly sure what use he thinks you are to Evolution, but I've been in Evolution longer."

Lita rolled her eyes, attempting to yank her arm free. "If that's supposed to impress me or something, it doesn't. I just know that Hunter told me to tell him about any time that you were being an asshole." An eyebrow raised, "I'm pretty sure this qualifies."

"Cut the crap," he released her arm abruptly. "Look, I don't want you as my partner for this division, I really don't want you in Evolution but--"

Lita crossed her arms over her chest, "you aren't telling me anything I don't know, dimwit. What's the point?"

Randy took a step back, finally putting a little bit of space between them. "I'm going to give you a way out of Evolution."

She eyed him skeptically, "and this would be accomplished how? Last I checked, Hunter runs Evolution, not you. So unless you think you can talk him out of me being in Evolution.. Not to mention the fact that Stephanie and Shane have already said that no one else can switch partners."

The young man nodded, "I'm aware of that, but that doesn't mean that it can't happen.. One purpose for your being in Evolution, is so we can hold all of the titles. If you aren't the Women's champion anymore, what good do you really serve? Plus, if you lost, that means that the new Women's champion could be my partner."

The redhead scoffed, "do you honestly think I'm going to let go of that title so quickly? Unlike you, Orton, I won my belt legitimately.. I didn't have to cheat." She jammed her hands in the back pockets of her jeans, "but you do bring up an interesting point…since you're the Intercontinental Champion--"

"Undisputed Intercontinental Champion, thanks."

"Whatever… but, since you hold that belt…what happens when you lose, hmm?" An eyebrow arched as the corners of her mouth turned up. "Does that mean you'd be replaced by whomever you lost to? Because, lets face it.. This stupid little idea of yours would apply to both of us.. Or did you not think of that?"

Randy's lips pressed into a thin line, the third generation wrestler just preparing to reply to that when the three figures in the doorway coughed.

Victoria walked into the cabin, standing beside her friend; cool gaze leveling on Randy. "So this was the important thing you just had to yank her out of the dining hall for?"

"How much did you just hear?" Randy demanded to know, his arms crossing over his chest as he spoke. "How long were you--"

"Long enough, dip shit." John shook his head as he joined the two Diva's. "You really should think 'bout where you talk an' what you talk about."

Randy glanced between the three, a quick look sent towards the blonde man in the doorway. "I really don't care what you think, Cena.. I don't care what any of you think. This is Evolution's business. Stay out of it."

"Or what?" Chris Jericho asked with a smirk, "are you going to tell Bugle Beak on us? Listen junior, I don't know what your problem is with Red, but you should be thankful that she is your tag team partner. Aside from being the Women's champion, she's one of the best female wrestlers in the company."

Lita rolled her shoulders, "I think this little chat is over, but.. I will think about what you said. Your suggestion might be taken into consideration, but… you should think about what I said. It goes both ways." Shrugging then, she linked arms with Victoria; the two exiting the cabin with Chris and John.

Chris set a hand on Lita's shoulder once they were outside, "are you alright Li?"

The redhead nodded easily, "I'm fine Chris.. Honestly, all he really did was talk.. Or spew bullshit, whichever you prefer."

John raised an eyebrow, "so you ain't gonna have another hand shaped bruise, right? I mean, he did kinda drag ya outta there."

Lita quirked a tiny smile, "nothing that I haven't been through before.. And besides, I'll just tell Helmsley that his little bitch was acting out of line."

Chris sent her a questioning look, "and this accomplishes what?"

"I'm not sure.. But, Helmsley said to go to him when Randy was acting like a prick."

Chris and Victoria shook their heads at that, the raven haired Diva speaking first: "That doesn't make much sense at all.. Bugle Beak was throwing a bigger hissy fit when you pulled that little shit's name.."

Lita rolled her eyes at her friend, "and this is why we decided a long time ago.. Never question a man's way of thinking because it'll just lead to a bigger headache."

"Hey!" Chris and John uttered in unison, the blonde man stating: "that's not very nice."

Victoria huffed, "says you.. But, it is very true.. I mean, you boys say that women are hard to understand.. I think it's the other way around."

The redhead nodded her agreement, "it is.. Y'all are harder to understand."

John rolled his eyes at that, "no.. women are the confusing ones.. Men are simple.."

"Simple minded, yes, that is true.." Lita conceded with a smirk, "but simple as in trying to figure them out? Nope." Rolling her eyes she added: "and don't give me that look, Chris, because it's true. Y'all can never make up your minds about anything."

"An'?" John scoffed, "you women ain't any better.. Always takin' your damn time to think 'bout the smallest things."

Lita snorted softly, "at least we make up our minds."

Before John or Chris could retort to that, they were joined by Jacqueline, Dawn, Eddie, Edge and Rob. The 'friendly' debate continued on the way to the designated practice fields for the team events. And the arguments would've likely continued, if Randy hadn't joined them.. Requesting that his tag team partner please join the fellow members of Evolution for a brief meeting. Lita complied, reluctantly of course, the redhead soon finding out that Hunter was taking Randy's idea into consideration. He hadn't given a yes or no on it, but that didn't mean that he would say yes… or that he would say no. A part of her was relieved to hear that, while the other hoped that he would just yes now and get it over with. Granted, she did realize that if Randy lost…and whomever beat him, would not only be the new Intercontinental champion but would also be her tag team partner for the division. Added to that, if she lost, she would be out of Evolution…but stuck with the partner of whomever beat her for the title. When she thought of it that way, Lita reasoned that working with someone else was better than being in Evolution…unless she won the title again.. Which would just put her right back at square one with the cocky young wrestler as her partner. Perhaps Randy's idea wasn't so good in some ways, but in others…it did have it's merits. Now, it was just matter of what Hunter would say to that idea… the redhead figuring he'd have an answer by RAW.. Since the next pay-per-view would be where she and Randy would be defending their titles individually. Randy's opponent would be determined at RAW, while Lita's.. well, she didn't really know when her opponent would be determined but she could honestly say that she didn't care. All she did care about at this point, was keeping that title around her waist….vain as the thought sounded, but it was true. Even if it meant that she was stuck in Evolution…maybe, Randy would be out. Which would mean that she would have a new partner, life might be a little bit easier.. But, that all depended on who Randy would be facing at the next pay-per-view.