"They're ready for this" spoke Hunter as he looked around those dressed smartly in expensive suits, the ties to match it. Yet just like before they offered him nothing more than an unconvinced look and the odd yawn as if to say his pitch was boring. The memory of when he posed the idea of NXT as the development brand still fresh in his memory, how the same men in front of him didn't believe it would be a success. Yet there they were seven years later, NXT being the most successful brand the company had and was quickly gaining the notoriety they had said would be impossible. "The women are ready to fight for the top titles, you don't believe me look what they did at Survivor Series and War Games. They tore it up" added the bold man as he once again sounded hopeful yet it appeared as if his pleas to give the women a fair chance or the subject in general had once again fallen on deaf ears.
"Its not that we're not interested Hunter, its just the risks that come with it. Raw and SmackDown don't have the women capable of fighting for the WWE or Universal championship" uttered Shane as he looked around those seated at the large oak meeting table, the future plans having been discussed as was normal for the type of meeting held. Stephanie on the other hand could only offer her husband a reassuring smile, she had been keeping a close watch on NXT for a while now, she knew there were several capable of fighting the men for their own titles as well as simultaneously kicking both divisions into touch once more. "Unless you could name a few down in your brand that could do it, in which case we could consider it" added the oldest of the McMahon siblings, he always wondered what had sparked Hunter's interested in the once long forgotten women's division. Much like he had asked himself many times what had made NXT such a success when both Raw and SmackDown were seemingly failing to capture the interest of the viewers around the world.
"Rhea Ripley, The Queen of Spades Shayna Baszler and The Nightmare Morgan Devitt" causally responded Stephanie, showing she had taken quiet an interest in all areas of the Women's division and was more than happy to show her support for the idea. "All three are currently located in NXT, as well as competed at both War Games and Survivor Series. Not to mention two also have a background in Martial Arts" added the head of the women's division and the supervisor of Raw. She soon looked her brother in the eye, almost daring him to say they couldn't handle it. She knew for sure they could, although they appeared much like all other women , she knew those three in particular could and would fight the odds and prove everyone who doubted them wrong. She had faith they would they were special and loved by the WWE Universe for a reason.
"Morgan is already scheduled to be on this weeks Raw. Set to be paired with Aleister to help him get his reputation that SmackDown near destroyed back up again" continued Hunter, showing he was aware one of the three women was heading to the red brand the following week, he knew arrangements to kick start the campaign could be put in place rather quickly, just her presence on the red brand would be enough of a warning that hell was coming. Not to mention the woman known as The Nightmare still had unfinished business with the so called Queen of WWE. Charlotte. "She's more than capable of holding her own, most of the time she holds back in matches" uttered Hunter as he swiped a hand over his bold head and face, the sweat that had built up being cleared from his features as he did so. Yet the headache he had felt come on was still pounding as the same old doubts were once again brought up, normally of how the women were just to fragile to hold their own against the men.
The meeting soon ended, Vince as normal calling the shots and ending the idea before any real conversation could be held about it. That alone annoyed Hunter, he had put so much work into helping the women, so his own girls could have strong role models to look up to. Yet he could see Shane was winning in an attempt to return to Women's division back into the Diva's one, where the ladies competing would become nothing more than eye candy once again and their matches used for breaks, no more than two or three minutes long. He personally didn't want that to happen, his memory once again taking a trip this time to the era where women were truly celebrated for their skill. The likes of Chyna, Lita and Trish Stratus all becoming legends in their own right. Chyna especially who proved women could fight in the men's division and defend one of the many titles there. He knew the ladies could do that again, kick then men into place if they had to, even play some of the wicked mind games to their advantage.
"I'll make some arrangements. Get Morgan to send a message that will kick it off" spoke Stephanie, her voice breaking the silence and bring Hunter back to the present. A small smile graced her lips as she thought of how her father would react to her ignoring his words and following her instincts. "Decided who goes to SmackDown. I'll find men on both who would work with the girls" added the dark haired woman, her brown eyes full of hope for what was to come. The madness of the idea bring a smile to her lips. She liked the idea, yet the others who helped run the company were set on the idea of women being held back rather than continuing the revolution that had taken over and radiated over the world of sports. She was proud of those who had gone on to make a difference.
"Rhea" responded Hunter, his voice merely a whisper as he looked over to Stephanie, gently pulling her into himself, placing a soft kiss to her temple. The love he held for her radiating from him and entangling her with warm happy feeling once more. "Shayna is the NXT Women's champion. I will set up a confrontation between her and Riddle for next weeks episode" revealed the bold man, he wondered who on Raw would be willing to work with the woman once known as Tommi Demon, the nightmare herself. Her reputation had proceeded her so far, when it was announced she would be joining WWE it was assumed within minutes she would be a good fit for NXT, yet although she had yet to hold a championship, he knew she had what it took to make a difference, much like the WWE Universe loved her. Their support for her could overwhelm anyone, equal to that of a mega star or at least the makings of one in his eyes.
"Morgan will do fine. Aleister will be at her side should she need anything. Seth isn't doing much at the moment, plus he keeps getting himself in trouble. He's had to apologise several times to the locker room over the previous months" whispered Stephanie, she knew if Morgan was going to make a statement then she would have to go after one of the big dogs. Much like she knew Kevin would see it coming, having spent War Games with those who called NXT home. "It would be far more believable she was serious if she makes a statement at the expense of one of the big dogs" added the heir to WWE. Her smile returning, especially when she remembered the woman in question, her first appearance was met with thunderous cheers, even when she attacked Candice, one of the many baby faces at the time. Even going as far as attacking Johnny Gorgano when he ran down to help. The following week she had allied with Aleister Black once more, trust bringing the team affectionately known as Demon End by the wrestling world back together on this time in the biggest company in wrestling.
"So who do you wanna call Rollins or Devitt?" asked Hunter, giving his wife the leading choice on which she calls to update with the event they planned for the following weeks Raw. Both already knowing Paul Heyman would be down for helping, like others he had been a supporter of the women making a difference and evolving with time. As if on cue the man in question trotted around the corner, looking into each room with a glass wall. A smirk on his lips as normal when he wondered around the building. "Paul" called Hunter as he gained the attention of the other man, it wasn't long before the well dressed man wondered over to the couple, curiosity spread across his features, much like the many questions he had could be seen floating around his head. "How quick can you get something in the works for Morgan Devitt to challenge for Brock's title?" asked Hunter, seeing the surprise look that flashed through Paul's eyes upon hearing the idea, although a sly smile soon appeared on his lips.
"I can have her challenging for the title for either Royal Rumble or WrestleMania depending on how and when she going to be appearing on Raw" answered the smaller man, the smile to appear on Stephanie's lips as she began to think over it, didn't go unnoticed. Paul on the other hand looked between the two, almost questioning what they were up to. "How many ladies are you planning to integrate into the men's division?" asked the well dressed man, the grey suit he wore handing loose on his thick frame yet he didn't seem to care, instead he focused his attention on those before him. Interested in the idea they had, although slightly concerned for it.
"Three. Rhea Ripley going to SmackDown, Morgan Devitt going to Raw and Shayna Baszler taking over NXT" responded Stephanie, she knew if they were going to make history then they had some serious planning and building to do when it come to the making the girls look like viable threats to those they were about to target. The sly grin soon reappeared on Paul's features as he looked between the two once more. The idea that popped to mind would certainly show the two divisions the three women would apart of what was what. "What do you have in mind?" asked the Billion Dollar Princess, her own smile taking over her lips as all the positive thoughts on what was to come swarmed her mind. She could help the excitement that had began to build up.
"Bring them up to Raw as a team. Have them attack the men like the Shield did, but on all three brands this time. Send them after the mid-card championships first to give them a showing. Then when they've got enough attention and momentum behind them, have them target the top champions" replied Paul as he smiled, his idea clearly having some sort of decency to it, especially if Hunter's nodding was anything to go by. "Call them Revolution a hit on Evolution to show they will be far more dominant that other teams of women before them and give them a take on the Terminator music to show the world you're serious and so are they about their mission. Keep them silent to add more mystery to their motives" continued the man known for being the creator of ECW, his ideas clearly not falling on deaf ears this time. Just as he knew the terminator styled theme music would be enough of a warning for those in the ring to be on red alert.
"I'll call Riddle, Rollins and Reigns. Give them the heads up" spoke Hunter as he walked off, offering his thanks to Paul for the idea he had given them and the willingness to help he had displayed. Stephanie on the other hand could only attempt to keep her smile from turning cartoonish. She was proud to see what the women could do when given the chance to. Much like she encouraged each of them to reach for the sky as William Regal did and Dusty Rhodes had done before him. The Billion Dollar Princess soon thanked Paul for his help, announcing she would be going to get the plans written up so she could call the three women into her office and propose the idea to them. She knew they had what it took to stand toe to toe with the men, to hold a title with meaning and be convincing at it. She knew they were far more tougher than the likes of Mandy Rose and others who had the fortune of reminding the WWE Universe of a past better forgotten.
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