Disclaimer: Let's put it this way…it's on my wish list every year but do I own it yet? Nope.

Spoilers: None really…unless I can see into the future but… seriously? No.. perhaps some mentions of past storylines and angles though..

Pairings: All worked out for plot purposes

Summary: Are you prepared to face all of the consequences for the choices that you've made?

Notes: right, so I screwed up a little.. I'm shifting the events from Wrestle Mania Twenty One to Wrestle Mania Twenty.. Whoops. I really need a set schedule or something.. Blah. Basically I'm altering when people won their titles so it fits my plot better.. Lita wouldn't have been around for Summer Slam of 2004 as she left the WWE in May of 2004. So events that took place in 2005 (title wins, etc..) shift them to 2004... Randy's title win from 2004 would've happened at Summer Slam 2003.. Or something like that.. Gah, I'm confusing myself. And.. This chapter will be mostly flashbacks (just not in my normal style with an exception here and there), the next chapter will cover the beginning of Lita and Katie's trip. Also.. I know things are getting heated and what not, but.. I don't want that to be a big focus or part of this.. Obviously, it is, because it is part of a relationship, but I don't want that to be the sole part of it or a really big focus.. Am I making sense? I'm not saying it won't be written.. Just that it's not the main part of each chapter. .. And it won't be in every chapter.

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Chapter 50: Fixing That Broken Smile

Rather reluctantly, the occupants of the house started waking, Tuesday morning. Katie was currently 'helping' Dawn make breakfast, the brunette presuming that Lita would want a little more time to sleep. And while Lita certainly wanted more time, they weren't exactly sleeping. Rather, they were taking some time to pick up where they had left off last night.. Still keeping in mind that Katie and Dawn were downstairs. Of course, it hadn't reached that point until he had talked to her about it.. Lita assuring him that things weren't going too fast.. But if they were, she would say something. And really, they had only gotten back together two or three days ago and they hadn't been a couple for that long. That wasn't to say that either had completely abstained from any such activity, but to Lita, it just didn't make much sense yet. Since she had moved in, well technically two months or so after that, their relationship had been nothing more then a friendship. Granted, he had gone from being just another friend to being one of her best friends over the course of the first year, but.. Their relationship had always been platonic. Or so Lita had thought anyway. They had agreed from the get go, dating was normal.. Just not between them because it could make for some awkward living arrangements. Added to that, Lita wasn't sure if she was ready to start dating yet, feelings for Randy preventing her from moving on right away. It had still taken her a good while before she did start dating again, though most of the people she dated were somewhat discouraged by the presence of her daughter.. Or by the overprotective wrestler that she was living with. That wasn't to say that he hadn't dated anyone, but once they learned that he had a female room-mate, with a child.. They usually jumped to their own conclusions. But, throughout that time, her feelings for John had never extended beyond friendly. Now, she knew, that it hadn't been mutual, that one day in Phoenix leading to him telling her how he really felt... Looking back on things now, perhaps, she would've seen it coming.. Or she might have been too blind to notice. On the other hand, she had sensed something, but she had chosen to ignore it. Why, she didn't exactly know now, but it really didn't matter. Where it concerned her feelings for him.. She knew full well that she didn't love him yet, but as she had told him last night.. She was getting pretty damn close to it. Lita had a feeling that it wouldn't take long for her to fall further for the outspoken West Newbury native. How she had actually managed to think about all of that, she wasn't sure.. Given the distracting environment she was currently in. But, just like last night, the two were interrupted.. Though this time around, it wasn't Katie, but the phone ringing on the nightstand.

John smirked down at the redhead, "The phone is on your side," he shifted so his weight was supported more on his elbows. "An' don' even try an' give me that face.. It's on your side."

Lita rolled her eyes, "I wasn't going to try that.. But, you can reach the phone better then me." An eyebrow raised, "and you still have to pack.. Remember? Smackdown is kinda taping tonight."

"I know that," he told her simply, the phone still ringing nearby. "But there's this thing called an answerin' machine and it ain't like we can't call this person back."

"John.." Lita bit her lip to keep herself from laughing, "Katie and Dawn are downstairs, I have to take Katie to pre-k in about forty five minutes.."

He shrugged, "So.. You can have Dawn drop her off.. I'm sure she wouldn't mind right? Baby, I jus' wanna spend a little more time with you before I have to leave.."

Lita sighed, one hand snaking upwards to cup his cheek. "I know that…" she tried to remain stern, but shook her head. "Stop pouting at me, John.."

John opened his mouth to reply, when the answering machine picked up. The two listening idly as Chris Jericho left a message.

"Obviously, I know who I've reached. I'm calling, aren't I?" The pair rolled their eyes at that, "anyway.. I need to tell John and Dawn that Stephanie doesn't need them for Smackdown. They, along with my gorgeous self, are going on a little promotional tour in St. Louis. Three day thing or something before the house shows.. You know? The usual B.S. we appear, sign autographs, have our pictures taken.. I think she said something about a stupid baseball game but.. Anyway.. We don't leave until tomorrow morning so.. I know one of you has to be awake, damn it. Pick up the phone!"

"St. Louis?" Lita echoed with amusement, "looks like you three will be there the same time that me and Katie are."

"I'm flying in right before noon, so your lazy asses better be awake. I really don't feel like paying for a cab from Boston." The blonde man proceeded to leave his flight information, the message finally ending there.

John shook his head, "Well now see? I don' hafta pack for the show. I jus' gotta pack for some promotional tour until the house shows an' shit. An I ain't leavin' until tomorrow." He smiled lazily at her, "so…"

"Not so fast," she placed her hands on his chest, "Katie needs to go to pre-k and I'd like to go to the bathroom."

John buried his face in her neck, "An' like I done told ya.. Have Dawn take her to pre-k.. it ain't gonna take ya that long to use the bathroom."

She wrinkled her nose, "You're hopeless you know that, right?"

"Nah," he spoke against her neck, smiling slightly when she shuddered. "I jus' wanna spend some time with you."

"Fine. Fine.." She tried to look disappointed, but failed miserably when he bit her neck. "Bathroom.." Lita reminded him plainly, "and I'll talk to--"

"I'll take care of it," he moved fully, allowing the redhead to get out of the bed. "Now go on.. Ya said ya needed to use the bathroom."

Lita yelped softly when she felt a hand slapping her ass, a slightly annoyed look sent over to John before she exited the bedroom.

John tossed the covers back, tugging a shirt over his head before he moved from the bed. Absently, he noticed it was one of Lita's old Team X-Treme shirts.. One that was a bit too big for her, but just fit him. Whatever the case, he made his way downstairs, scooping up Katie when he reached the kitchen. "Can you take her to pre-k?"

Dawn raised an eyebrow at his choice of attire, but held back her comment. "Sure.. You two heard the message from Chris right?"

"Yeah we heard it," he kissed the four year olds forehead. "An' ya know what that means, right Katie bug?"

Katie nodded excitedly, "You an' Uncle Chris an' Auntie Dawn are gonna be in St. Louis with us."

"That's right," he set her down, ruffling her hair when she was on her feet. "If y'all would excuse me though.. I need to use the bathroom."

Dawn blinked, "There's a bathroom down here?"

John rolled his eyes, "Uh yeah.. There's a half bath downstairs, full bath upstairs. Don' tell me you never knew that."

The brunette shook her head, smiling down to her 'niece'. "Katie and I made breakfast.. It's keeping warm in the oven if you two want any."

"I'll mention that to her," John soon disappeared down the small hallway, Dawn finally realizing that there were two more rooms to the downstairs.

"Auntie Dawn?"

The Woodbridge native scooped up the four year old, "Yes Katie?"

The four year old blinked, "Can we go to the park?"

"Katie, right now you have to get ready for pre-K.. but I can ask your mommy about it." She kissed the four year olds cheek. "Why don't you go get your stuff and brush your teeth, okay?"

"Hey Dawn.." John spoke as Katie went upstairs, "I know you'll 'prolly here this from Li.. But thanks.. For keeping an eye on her an' takin' her in."

Dawn waved it off easily, "It's not a big deal, you both should know that."

John started to reply, when the two downstairs heard Katie bidding her mother good bye. The four year old was soon downstairs, her backpack and Lita's car keys in hand. Katie and Dawn left the house soon after, John making his way back upstairs. Lita was in Katie's room, making her daughter's bed when she felt a pair of arms banding around her waist. Once again, she felt feather light kisses being trailed along the exposed column of her neck. The redhead desperately trying to ignore the heated feeling that was running through her.. And it didn't help matters any when he drew her ear lobe between his teeth. Managing to work her way free, the former Diva glanced pointedly to the unmade bed, her breath hitching at the look in his eyes. Not to her entire surprise, however, John assisted her with her current task. And no sooner had Katie's precious stuffed animals been put back on the bed, Lita found herself swept upwards. Lita barely had time to say a word before she was placed back on their bed.. The former Diva rolling her eyes good naturedly at him. Of course, she was more then a little grateful for all of the time they had together, especially with a trip to St. Louis starting tomorrow. Granted, Lita realized that she would probably end up spending more time with her ex boyfriend, but that didn't mean that she and John couldn't spend some time together. Whatever the case, all coherent thought was soon flying from her mind, the former Diva losing herself in his touch.

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For reasons that they really didn't know, Dawn Marie returned about one hour later. Lita knew for a fact that it wasn't that far to Katie's pre-K, but that didn't mean she wasn't grateful for Dawn's 'gift'. Of course, that lead to another hickey in the mini-collection on her neck and near her collarbones, but. .the redhead decided that she really didn't care. To round out the rest of the morning, she and John took separate showers.. Forgoing the breakfast that Dawn and Katie had cooked in favor of an early lunch with the brunette Diva. The three also drove up to see the houses again, Lita making a mental note to pay a visit to her real estate agent soon. The redhead ended up calling her real estate agent when they returned to John's house, stating that she was interested in the five bedroom in Amesbury. The next step for the former Diva would be calling the bank, so she could speak to them about a mortgage.. And then calling her mother to see if she would be interested in moving. Lita took a moment to call her mother, speaking to her when Dawn left the house to pick up Chris from the airport. She had at least gotten her mother to think about it, the former Diva hanging up the phone just as Chris and Dawn returned. Lita and John were just starting to put away the photo albums, DVD's and magazines from the living room when Chris and Dawn walked inside.

Chris raised an eyebrow, "Did Shopzone move their warehouse?"

Lita shook her head, "No.. though, I'm not exactly sure how all of this stuff got down here," she sent a look over to Dawn. "I have a feeling that you do."

Dawn smiled innocently, "What was I supposed to do? Katie was asking me questions and I didn't know how to answer them all.. I mean, come on Li.. I may have been around for most of your career but--"

"It's alright Dawn.." Lita set down the stack of DVD's in her hands. "I'm just surprised you didn't go for more photo albums."

"I thought about it," the brunette admitted easily. "But, I wasn't sure which ones were which."

Lita rolled her eyes, "Dawn.. You helped me put most of those pictures in to the albums.. It's either backstage stuff, road trips, parties from when I was wrestling.. Or it's from birthday parties, vacations and other stuff from after I left."

"Oh," Dawn seated herself on the couch. "Well, even I had known that.. Some of the photos aren't exactly kid friendly.." A smirk twisted at the corners of her mouth, "like a few of the parties.."

Chris looked puzzled, "Stuff like what? I don't remember going to a lot of those parties."

Lita laughed, "And there's probably a reason why.. Considering that most of these parties weren't really parties.. Just like drunken gatherings in various people's hotel rooms. Or not so drunken gatherings, but still in people's hotel rooms." She snickered at the growing confusion on Chris' face, "aww.. Does Chrissy Wissy not remember?"

The blonde man scoffed, "I thought I said no more of that nickname."

John smirked as he picked up one of the photo albums. "If you don' remember.. There's plenty in here that'll help ya." He flipped through the album until he found the page he was looking for. "Like this night.."

Dawn and Lita giggled while Chris blanched at the sight. "How in the hell did I end up wearing a bikini and why is Shawn wearing one of Dawn's dresses?"

"Truth or dare," Dawn explained between giggles. "John was taking pictures, while me, Vicki, Lil and Li dished out the dares."

Chris frowned slightly, but soon found himself smiling. "Now this one I do remember.. It was the first ever battle of the sexes twister tournament, followed by a rousing three legged race." He moved the album so they could all see what he was referring to. "See? There's pansy ass calling the colors, here's Tyson losing to Vicki and here's the champion."

"Oh yeah.." Lita grinned at that picture, "but that wasn't at the hotel.. That was at Jeff's house.. See?" She pointed to an object above the mantle. "There's that one caricature sketch of me, Jeff and Matt."

"Same difference," Chris flipped to another page, the four soon finding themselves on the couch. "Here was the chicken tournament.." He frowned suddenly, "though I do gotta question why Randy wasn't there.."

Lita shrugged from her spot on John's lap. "He was probably at an appearance.. If he was still with Evolution.. You know how many of those things they had."

Dawn tapped the next page of photos. "That's why he wasn't there for this.. I remember this one, because just about all of the RAW locker room overheard you two arguing about it."

Chris nodded slowly, "It was supposed to be the four of us, two days of nothing but skiing. Randy had somewhere else to go and he wanted you," he nodded absently to Lita, "to go with him. You wanted to go skiing.. And we couldn't change the reservations."

Dawn nodded, "Yup.. Which is why John ended up coming with us instead.. Even though the four of us ended up spending more time at the lodge then actually skiing.."

Lita shook her head, "No.. we spent more time on the snowmobiles. Or at least me and John did.. I don't know about the two of you though. I just remember crashing on that snowmobile once or twice.." A pointed look was sent to the dark haired wrestler. "No thanks to you."

"It was payback," John smirked when the redhead scowled. "You decided that I needed a handful or three of snow down my shirt. I wasn't 'bout to take that lyin' down.."

Dawn sent the two an amused look, "Is that how you two ended up making snow angels and snow people?"

"Yeah.." Lita shook her head at the memory, "and then when we got back.. We both had the flu."

"Almost like the camping trip from hell.. Part one." Chris shook his head, "that one I don't need pictures for because I remember every minute of it. We started out with four tents, lost two.. Which meant that me, Dawn and the two of you ended up sharing one while Vicki, Ty, Shawn and Lil shared the other. Jeff slept in the car.. And then the next day--"

"Mud sliding," Lita grinned to the blonde man, "me, you, Vicki, Ty and Jeff.. I ended up ripping my jeans, Jeff lost his shirt and then we jumped in the lake."

Chris nodded, "The camping trip from hell.. Part two.. Took place one month later."

Dawn smirked at that, "Which really wasn't a camping trip because we had an RV with us that time. Granted, we got lost on the way there, the RV got stuck in the mud in the way back.. But.. It was fun…sort of."

"Not counting the fact that Jeff almost started a wildfire because of that stupid bonfire.. Or that we managed to lose three suitcases.." Lita shrugged, "yeah.. It wasn't that bad.. Randy bitched at me though.. 'cos I lost his camera when I lost my suitcase."

"Well, if he had been there.." Dawn frowned, her arms crossing over her chest as Chris flipped to the next page of photos. "Honestly Li.. He was never there for most of these trips. I can recall three or four that he did go on, but for the most part it was always 'I have an appearance' or 'I'm needed back home'."

"I know Dawn.." Lita bit her lower lip, shaking her head quickly to rid herself of the memories. "When he did go.. He always wanted to leave early."

The brunette Diva eyed her friend carefully. "Are you alright Li?" She frowned when the former Diva didn't respond. "Lita.. I'm sorry.. I just.. I don't understand why you stayed with him. He was a jerk most of the time that you two were dating."

Lita sent her friend a pointed look, "We all stay in shitty relationships from time to time Dawn.. And we all have our reasons for doing so. Our relationship wasn't that bad all the time."

"No," the brunette seemingly conceded, "it wasn't bad all the time.. It was just bad most of the time."

Chris coughed, patting the redhead's near leg. "Which is why you had us around. I mean look at this.." he pointed to a picture where he, Adam, John and Tyson were in the midst of a water balloon fight. "You remember that, right Li? It was another battle of the sexes war in the hallway."

John's forehead furrowed as the blonde man turned the page. "I don' remember that shit.."

Lita peered over, a giggle escaping her. "You don't remember that, even though you started it? We had to pay for hotel damages because someone had the bright idea of starting a food fight. I had to wash my hair twice just to get the ice cream out."

"And this time," Dawn thumbed to the next set as Chris turned the page. "You got us all lost.." Her nose wrinkled slightly, "which wouldn't have been so bad if it hadn't started to rain."

Lita made a face, "Just be thankful that you weren't wearing a white shirt.." She glanced down to the picture, "who in the hell took that picture anyway?"

"Don't look at me," Chris pointed back to the picture. "See? I'm right there.. Dawn's trying to choke me even though I wasn't the one who got us lost."

The West Newbury native coughed, trying to look innocent when Lita raised an eyebrow. But, when she tried to smack his arm for it, he pinned her hands together… telling Chris to find another album and quick. Chris and Dawn soon left the couch, to return a few things to Lita and John's room.. But returned with another stack of photo albums in their possession. The four continued to look through the photo albums until Lita realized it was time to get Katie.. John accompanying her for the short trip. The slightly expanded group found themselves heading to the park after Katie had her snack.. Lita and Dawn joining the four year old on the swing set. It was at the park that, Lita brought up the prospect of visiting Walt Disney World before Christmas.. Chris agreeing easily, as long as they had the time off. That somehow lead to them discussing their first trip to Disney World with a two year old Katie.. Chris and John recalling how they had to go on the It's a Small World ride at least ten times with her. Of course, Katie then asked if her father and 'uncle' would take her on the ride again, the two agreeing easily to her request. Katie also requested a trip to the spinning tea cups and all of the other various rides in Fantasyland and Mickey's Toontown Fair. The four year old also mentioned that maybe this year she was tall enough to go on some of the other rides.. But if she wasn't could Uncle Chris and Daddy please take her to Tomorrowland, Frontierland and Adventureland. It was at that point that Lita reminded her daughter that they were looking to take a Disney cruise before.. Leaving them either three days or four days at Disney World.

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Dinner that night ended up being take-out.. Katie requesting her favorite Chinese food place. The adults easily agreed to that, Lita placing the order while Katie washed her hands. And while they were waiting for their food to arrive, Dawn happened to remember a bit of important information. The brunette informed the redhead about a few storage lockers that were rented in Lita's name.. The storage lockers just happened to be located in Raleigh. .and most of the contents were from Lita's old house in Sanford. Jeff had helped the redhead sell her old house, while Jeff, Matt, Shane Helms, Shannon Moore and Dawn had cleaned it out. Obviously, Lita hadn't needed the furniture at that time, so they had put it all in storage rather then selling it. The Woodbridge native figured that everything was still there, which meant that Lita wouldn't have much else to buy. Of course, a few new things.. Like new appliances, dishes, television sets, phones and home décor.. But furniture wise, she was pretty much set. As far as Dawn could remember, the inventory list had included a full living room set, dining room set, three sets of bedroom furniture, a pool table from the basement and bar stools from the kitchen. Lita mentioned then that her mother was considering moving.. But she didn't know if it was definite yes.

Chris sent the redhead a look, "So.. What's this house like anyway? I'm guessing you've seen it or something.."

Lita shook her head, "I haven't but. I've seen pictures of it. We didn't have the time yesterday. It's a three story, full basement, five bedroom house. Pool and play set in the backyard, plus a pretty good sized front yard. The previous owners had a garden put in the back and I think a koi pond."

"Well that's pretty cool," Chris grinned over his plate of chicken chow mien. "When would you be moving in?"

The former Diva frowned slightly, "Not for another two months or so, because the house needs some work done. But, having the time is good since it gives me more time to pack and stuff."

The blonde man blinked, "When are you starting again?"

"In about three weeks.. Give or take a few days." Lita shrugged, chewing thoughtfully on her moo shoo pork. "I'm either co-announcing RAW or taking over for Lillian for a bit."

Chris nodded slowly, "And you're going to wrestle again, right? I know you've been away for awhile, but that still doesn't mean--"

"I'm thinking about it Chris.." Lita rolled her eyes good naturedly, "I haven't even appeared yet. I don't want to get ahead of myself."

Dawn sent her a smile, "I think you should Li.. Tag with me or Vicki when they start the tag team division for the women."

"If they start it," Lita reminded her without missing a beat. "But honestly Dawn.. I haven't even been on the road, haven't been at a house show.. It's like I'm starting from the ground up."

"I think you should, mommy." Katie beamed at her mother, "Auntie Dawn showed me the matches yesterday."

Lita smiled to her daughter, "We'll just have to wait and see, alright Katie?"

"What about after the whole announcing thing?"

"I'm managing again, Chris." Lita took a sip of her iced water. "This one over here.." she motioned to the brown haired wrestler to her left. "Though Stephanie hasn't said anything about explaining my absence or how the two of us will end up together."

Chris shrugged, "I'm sure Stephanie will come up with something good--"

"That's what I'm afraid of," Lita interrupted wryly. "Don't get me wrong, I love that girl like family but.. I do have to question some of her ideas."

"Oh!" Dawn Marie exclaimed suddenly. "Stephanie was talking to me about the next Diva's photo shoot. She said you'll be back in time for it.."

An eyebrow raised at that, "Where is it and when is the exact day? Dawn.. I have to think about Katie and--"

"Shawn's going, so he can watch Ethan and Ellen.." Dawn nodded idly to John. "So there's no saying that he can't go to keep an eye on Katie, right? As for where, we're heading to Mexico right before Thanksgiving."

Lita frowned thoughtfully, "That could work. . The last Diva's photo shoot I got to do was in Mexico.. So I'd love to go back. I'll talk to Stephanie about it when I visit corporate headquarters."

Dawn grinned, "Good.. Because Vicki and I were already talking about it. I'm going to call Ivory to see if she can remember that one place we went to…where we persuaded the shop keeper to lower the prices for us." Her eyes twinkled, "speaking of Ivory.. She might be coming back after you do.. To manage or coach for the tag division. I think both her and Jacqueline are coming back."

Lita raised an eyebrow, "I thought they were training the new girls in OVW.."

Dawn snorted, "They would be if we had any new girls that were worth training. Don't get me wrong, some of them are putting in a good effort but.. It's pretty much pointless."

Lita half shrugged, "Not much different then it's always been, right? I mean I watch it from time to time.. Just to see what's going on."

"Yeah well.. It'll be nice having you, Ivory and Jacqueline back." Dawn sent the redhead a sly look, "which means we have to have a welcome back party."

"Of course it does," Lita mumbled into her food. "It's always something to consider.."

Chris sent a look between Dawn and John. "You two got my message earlier, right? Obviously because I'm sitting here right now.. But about the appearances.." he glanced specifically to Dawn, "we're going one place and he's heading to another. I think Adam's supposed to go with you and--"

"Can we visit with Uncle Adam?"

Lita sent her daughter a patient smile. "That all depends on how busy we are sweetie. don't forget, there's a lot that's been planned for the trip."

Chris raised an eyebrow, "Why are you two heading there?"

"To visit Randy," Lita informed him quickly. "We'll be there until the Smackdown taping in St. Louis."

"Oh," Chris stuffed the last bite of food in his mouth, taking a moment to chew and swallow. "Then we should hang out, ya know? Like we did in Phoenix.. If you're going to be there for that long then--"

"Like I told Katie, it all depends on how busy we are." Lita sent a pointed look across the table. "If we can find the time, sure.. Y'all know I wouldn't mind."

The remainder of dinner was finished quickly and quietly, John giving Lita a hand with Katie's bath after the table had been cleared. The four year old then went to the guest room, Dawn and Chris allowing her to indulge in a movie before bedtime. Lita and John opting to watch television before they turned in.

"John?" Lita frowned when he turned on the television. "Is there something wrong?"

He smirked slightly, "I can't really there is.. Since I don' hafta worry too much 'bout it but--"

"The trip," she finished quietly. "You know I can't back out of that now.."

"I know babe an I ain't askin' ya to do that." He motioned for her to come closer, an arm wrapping tightly around her shoulders. "But that still don' mean I ain't gonna think 'bout it."

Lita curled into his side, her legs tucking beneath her. "And you know that, if I could come with you…spend the time with you, I would rather do that. But I can't leave Katie alone.. Even though she really wouldn't be alone I--"

John shook his head, "I wouldn't ask ya to do that, baby.. I can't really say I trust him that much around her. Shit, maybe I'm jus' bein' paranoid or whateva but.. I jus' don' trust him. I know he's her father an' all that, but he ain't ever really been around her."

"I know that, but it's not really his fault that he hasn't--"

"I really don' wanna talk 'bout that right now." An eyebrow raised marginally as John tucked a few strands of hair behind her ear. "Though, I do gotta wonder. When are you gonna talk to him 'bout telling Katie the truth?"

Lita eyed him curiously, "I thought you wanted to be there for that.."

"I do," John rolled his shoulders, "granted.. If you don' want me there then I won't be there but--"

"Then we'll see if we can do that when we're in St. Louis." Lita ran a hand through his short brown hair, "honey, I already told you.. I want you there."

The corners of his mouth twitched, the former Diva asking him without words as to what he found to be amusing. "That's the first time ya called me that.. Almost sounds kinda funny--"

"Funny?" An eyebrow arched, amusement written clearly in her hazel eyes. "Then what would you rather I call you, hmm?"

Blue eyes glinted suggestively, "I'd tell ya…or show ya 'till it did happen, but.. Uh.. We got company upstairs." When she scowled, he couldn't help but laugh. "Li.. I'm sorry 'bout that but.. I'm a guy an--"

"Don't use that excuse, buddy.. Women think about it just as much, they just don't admit it." Lita rested a hand on his thigh, "but if you don't want me to call you honey, I won't."

"S'alright by me.." John kissed her forehead, "call me whateva little nicknames ya think of, I'll still love ya for it." Smirking he added: "So long as they're nice nicknames."

The former Diva rolled her eyes at that, shifting so she could wrap her arms around his neck. But just as she was bringing her mouth to his, Dawn appeared at the bottom of the stairs.. Informing the two that Katie was now in bed.. And that she and Chris were going to watch a movie in the guest room. As soon as they heard the footsteps going upstairs, thoughts of the upcoming trip to St. Louis swept from both of their minds as Lita claimed his mouth with hers. The redhead soon found herself in his lap, the kiss deepening with that swift movement. She couldn't stop the soft moan from escaping as one hand slipped under the t-shirt she was wearing, that same hand cupping her through the lacy fabric of her bra. The former Diva arched into his touch, pushing back from him moments later to suck in a sharp breath. No sooner had she pulled back, did their mouths fuse again, Lita's hand moving languidly up his thigh. But, before she could go any further, he pulled back, urging her to lay down on the couch. Lita laced her hands through his hair, bringing his mouth back to hers. She felt an 'I love you' against her mouth, a contented sigh swept up into the heated kiss.