Chapter 3

I rolled my suitcase into the locker room and changed into a grey and black version of my usual attire. My hair was curled, and I was stretching once again watching the current match between The Shield and Mysterio, Sin Cara and Fernando from Los Matadores. It was mainly The Shield, Roman being the powerhouse, Seth as the Highflyer and Dean as the tech-man.

It came down to only Rey and Seth in the ring, and Seth was taking some hard hits. Rey had gotten him into position for the 619 but as he bounded off the ropes, Roman swam into view and speared the crap outta Rey.

I gasped at the move, getting some "newbie" looks from everyone, I tried to play it off as if I had a cough. Roman rolled outta the way and Seth got the pin. Dean and Roman rolled back in, tending to Seth who was on the ground, selling an "injury" to his side. I turned away and made my way to catering. I spotted AJ and Phil talking, looking like nerds. I giggled and snatched up a bottled water and chugged. So cute.

Tonight, I went up against Tamina and let's just say The Shield coming out later does not help the nerves that were racing through me. I needed to win the match, but it had to be mainly of Tamina's stamina. I bounced around and spotted the Bellas, smiling.

"Hey, Ali!" Nikki hugged me, I greeted her and Brie. Really?

"So, do you know when filming starts?" Brie asked, excitedly. I shrugged. GOD! Did we really have to be talking about "Total Divas" now? I was meant to go on in like 10 minutes.

"Now!" Nikki and Brie said in unison, just then a camera crew swam into view, and a boom stick swayed over my head. I sighed and pushed past the twins, bidding my goodbye before sliding into Gorilla. I honestly just can't-with them- like just- no!

I waited until the first few bits of my song hit.

"Are. You. Ready?"

I ran out and motioned to everyone before heading down the ramp, slapping some hands. I went up the ring stairs and entered from the bottom rope. I ran to the turnbuckle and pointed to every fan. Just then Tamina's theme hit. My head snapped to the ramp and watched as she walked, leisurely, to the ring displaying the most annoying smirk. I hopped down and leaned against the opposing side of the ring's ropes as she slipped in.

The bell rang and we locked up. Tamina took me over and snapped in a chin lock.

"Do you submit?"

"No!"

Tamina then let up and watched as I gripped my head in sure pain. Then she yanked me up and whipped me into the turnbuckle. Before I could even think about recollecting, Tamina had clotheslined me. I hit the mat hard. Tamina laughed as AJ skipped out and sat close to the commentary table, keeping a close eye on me, Tamina and her just being there as a heel all together. She did little waves that were meant for taunting. Tamina yanked me back up and placed me in a hair pull surfboard. Of course, she let go at the count of 4. She then pulled me into the corner, and landed kicks into my stomach, I groaned as the ref pulled her away. AJ's laugh echoed in my ears. As Tamina went for another kick, I rolled out the way, Tamina's leg connected hard with the padding, she flipped on her back and clutched her leg in pain.

I raced over and went for the pin, a near 2 count. I crawled away and rose to my feet into the opposing corner and waited for Tamina to rise before I cartwheeled and flipped my back and elbow right into her, The Alison Smashin'. She dropped to the mat with a groan, I go for the pin, a 2 count.

I crawled away and climbed up the turnbuckle, that's when AJ climbed up and argued with me just long enough for Tamina to yank me by my hair and chuck me off the top.

. . .SHIELD

The boys came out to the ramp and watched with unreadable expressions plastered on their faces. I propped myself up, crawling backwards into the ropes. I looked over to the boys and watched them until Tamina yanked me up and tried snapmarring me. I did a cartwheel evasion which made her mad! Tamina kneed me then picked me up for a traditional backbreaker, I then snaked my legs around her neck and flung myself across the ring, my first-somewhat sloppy- attempt at a hurricarana. And as a plus, Tamina ran smack dab into AJ who just attempted to distract the ref upon the apron. AJ went flying onto her back.

I crawled away from a groggy Tamina and turned to the ramp, the guys clapped in a golf style. I turned and dodged an oncoming clothesline from Tamina. The I landed the Cali Kick, picking up the win.

"And you're winner, Ali Clark!" Lillian screeched, the ref rose my hand in the air but I couldn't take my eyes off of the now retreating Shield.

I headed backstage, I hadn't seen AJ nor Tamina since the match. I went into the locker room and changed into jean shorts and a purple tank top before straightening my locks.

As I exited the room, The Bellas-once again-stopped me.

"The crew got us talking backstage and some of your match." Brie said, the excitement filtered out the women and now they seemed chill and well…normal.

"They're piecing it into the Season 3 promo out next month. Then the season debuts the following month or so." Nikki said, she wore a mini dress as opposed to Brie's jumpsuit.

"That's sounding pretty interesting." I said, less patience bit into my voice. I could care so much less.

I catch a glimpse of AJ and take that as my saving grace and opportunity to ditch the Bellas, I like them-honest but they just..no.

"Hey, I have to go uh.." I sighed, before pushing past them. I yanked AJ on her wrist and pulled her into a hug.

"Thank god, I couldn't take much more talk about that show!" I groaned as AJ giggled, returning my bear-like hug.

"Well, glad to be a distraction." She said, we stepped into the locker room. I dawdled on my phone and waited for her to change.

We were supposed to be headed to a bar, meeting up with Phil and our close friend, Colt, when Stephanie happened to knock on the locker room door.

"Hey, Alison. We need you to shoot a promo with Joe, Colby and Jon!" She said, I looked at AJ who shrugged and walked off. I sighed lightly, I followed Stephanie to a secluded spot towards the back. I read over the script and memorized it.

I slid into my spot, and sat on a bench, re-tying my Jordans when the cameras began rolling.

"Hey, Ali.." A deep voice mumbled, I looked up, staring up at the face of Roman Reigns. My hands began to shake and I stumbled back.

"Nice work in the ring there." Seth said, sticking out his hand. I looked at it before gingerly taking it, rising to my feet.

"Why were you all out there?" I asked, Dean stood next to me with a defiant smirk before placing his arm around me.

"You see, Ali sweetie. That's the thing. We're "scouting" and you," Dean pokes my side. "-caught our attention." I shrugged out of his grasp, and turned so I faced all of them.

"Scouting?" I scoffed, the guys smirked.

"Alison, think of it as mentoring, we're helping you." Roman said, I rose an eyebrow. God his voice. Can it not be so distracting- wait. Alison Ophelia Clark, get a hold of yourself and say your dang line!

"I don't think I need help!" I said, starting to back away.

"You think…you don't need help, but Alison. There will come a time when you'll have no choice." Seth began, I shook my head and walked out the door.

I had no ride, AJ decided to go on and meet with Phil and Colt but guess what? Not with me, and she was my ride.

I was leaning against the wall, trying to get a cab when a chuckle rang out. I looked to my left and saw Joe there, his suitcases in hand.

"No ride huh?" He said. I groaned, and nodded. He smirked.

"Nope, AJ went to spend quality time with Phiiiilll!" I dragged out his name like a child. He smiled and man, it's so hot!

"Well, you can ride with me!" He offered, eyeing my bags. I cocked my head to the side and clicked off my phone.

"Don't you ride with Jon and Colby?' I said, he shrugged.

"We got 2 cars now. I've been riding alone for like 3 weeks now." I grabbed my bags and headed over.

"Aw, poor Joe gets lonely on the road?" I joked, he rolled his eyes and continued to walk.

When we got to the parking lot, we we're the only people left. I saw a shiny red sedan. Joe took my bags for me and loaded them into the trunk. I buckled my seat belt as soon as he slipped in the car, and revved up.

We sped from the lot and down the road. The quiet of the car and the hum of the engine kept my ears busy.

"So, what's supposed to go down on Superstars." I said, finally breaking the silence, Joe glanced over to me before making a right turn.

"Well, Colby apparently got a call from 'Creative', we have a new segment. Then you're forced to be the special guest ring announcer." He says. I must say, his voice is legit so deep. CAN HE NOT!

"Forced?" I said, not quite grasping that idea. He chuckled, pulling on a left and speeding slightly down a green-lit road.

"Yeah, we tell you to do so or.. we hurt your brother." Joe said, evenly. I sighed.

"Right." I said, chuckling. I watched as he reached over me and into the glove compartment, pulled out a packet and plopped it on my lap. Then closed the compartment and returning his hands to the wheel.

I skimmed over the script. It was pretty good if I do say so myself. Joe pulled onto a long "driveway" and pulled up to a parking spot in the parking lot.

"We're here." He said, as we headed out the car. We grabbed our stuff and headed inside. I checked in with AJ and Joe checked in with Colby. I trudged into an elevator pressing the button to go the 8th floor.

"Same floor?" Joe asked, slipping into the closed area.

"I dunno,18?" I asked, he nodded.

I awoke slowly in the fluffy bed. As soon as I reached my room last night, I knocked out. I hadn't seen AJ yet but that question burned out as I saw her sprawled out in bed, lightly snoring. I groaned as I pushed off the bed, grabbed leggings my "Viva La Juicy" Sweatshirt and hyper dunks. I showered and changed, then pulled my hair into a ponytail.

AJ stirred before sitting up in bed completely. "Hey, Alison!" She said, clutching her head. I filled up a glass of water, grabbed some Aspirin and handed it to her. "Hey, April." I said as she sipped her drink.

I walked out the room, when I was greeted by 3 men.

"Same idea?" Jon laughed, I looked down at my clothes, realizing I looked ready to work out, as did they.

"Yeah, besides we could talk about what'll happen on Superstars." I said as we all started heading off into the elevator. Jon hit floor 1. The doors closed and we descended.

Hey guys, sorry I took forever to write but here you go.