Chapter 1

Why dont we stop for something to drink? Bianca suggested as she watched the scenery go by.

Where?

Umm… how about over there? Bianca pointed out the window.

Are you sure? Lena questioned as her brown eyes surveyed the parking situation. She was about to suggest stopping somewhere else when a car pulled out. I may have spoken too soon. After parking the car, they both stepped out into the sunny day.

Isnt beautiful? Bianca asked as she turned around feeling the sun on her face and smiling.

Not as beautiful as the company.

Come on, lets go inside, she said as she pulled Lena towards the entrance.

As soon as they entered they could tell the place was obviously popular, it was crowded.

Why dont you grab that table? Bianca pointed to the lone one towards the back. Ill get the drinks.

But…

Im fine. Dont worry about it. If you dont hurry we might lose the table.

I like to worry, Lena said.

I know you do.

Lips pressed against each other briefly.

Ill be back in a minute.

Taking a seat Lena looked around the place. She smiled as she watched Bianca make her way to counter. Spotting a copy of the newspaper, Lena picked it up and started reading.

Id like a coffee and a… Bianca glanced at the menu, decaffeinated iced tea please.

Of course. Will that be for here or…

For here, Bianca interrupted.

Why dont you show me where youre sitting and Ill take these over to you.

You dont have to, Bianca protested.

I insist.

But…

As the owner, I would take offense if you didnt allow me to take them for you.

Im not going to win am I?

No.

Okay, Im right over there, Bianca pointed out.

Ill be there in a moment.

Thank you.

My pleasure.

Lena heard the chair pull back, closing the paper and putting it aside she noticed Bianca had come back empty handed. Did you forget something?

No.

Here you are, one coffee and one…

Lena froze. It couldnt be, not after all these years. It cant. It cant. She looked up and gasped.

Lena?