Dana found herself staring into space, phone in hand, wondering who on earth would have imagined last nights turn of events.

With only a few hours of free time left before Tonya returned from the caterers, Dana set off to the gym.

As Dana rode the stationary bike, listening to the pounding of her heart, a Cheshire grin painted her face and she glowed.

Dana closed her eyes and pumped her lean, toned legs, feeling the pressure building deep in her seat. Beads of sweat slowly formed and found their way spilling into her soft cleavage and dripped to her navel.
Her breathing strong and steady, nostrils flaring, as her palms gripped and then released the handle bars, she felt her hips rocking side to side and she pictured herself and Alice on the doorstep, again.
She replayed the moment over and over again..the tilt of Alices head, the way their lips so perfectly met with just the right amount of pressure and suction, their tongues briefly touching..oh how she wanted more.the rush of electricity from her lips to her groin, and then as quickly as it occurred, it was over, leaving Dana aching.

When Dana returned home, Tonya was waiting for her. Im so glad youre feeling better scrumptious Tonya had taken to coming up with any number of sickeningly sweet nicknames for Dana, which initially was flattering, but now made Danas stomach turn.

Yea, it must have been just a passing thing Dana explained.

Tonya leaned in to kiss Dana who awkwardly returned the kiss.

Tonya rambled on endlessly about the invitations, the wording, the typeface, the color, the caterers, the food, etc, etc, etc..until Dana was deafened by the din of Tonyas voice.

Dana felt so conflicted. How could she have gotten herself into this mess?

Twinkie, are you listening to me? Tonya droned Do you want the lavender embossed cards or the orchid?

Ton, Dana sighed, Do we have to figure all of this out right now?
How about we go grab a bite to eat?

Sure Pumpkin, lets go down to the Planet, maybe the girls will be able to help us make a decision on colors , Tonya bubbled.

As they entered the Planet, they were greeted by Marina who graciously seated them in the corner and took their order.
Dana ordered a mixed green salad with green goddess dressing, and Tonya ordered a bacon double-cheese burger with curly fries and a double espresso-mocha shake.

The conversation continued throughout the day about wedding plans and invitations until Dana could stand no more.

Tonya, we have to talk blurted Dana, I think we should slow down a little bit..my family is still so uncomfortable with my being *****, and I would love for them to be a part of our day..Dana was trying to buy some time.

In fact, Tonya, Im going to join them on a family trip next week and I think its best for me to go alone and try to reconnect with them before we spring our news on them.

Tonya stood, slack-jawed at what Dana had just said, and stomped out of the Planet.

Dana sat with her head in her hands and breathed out a long, slow, painful breath.

Marina came over and sat down to see how Dana was doing.
Whats going on with you two lovebirds?

Dana looked up from her hands and rolled her eyes. Have you ever gotten yourself into a situation that, no matter what you decide, will hurt someone you really love?

Marina laughed and flipped her hair, giving Dana that knowing look.Let me freshen up your drink.

Alice had sat up all night consoling Tina and when they did finally fall asleep, Alice dreamed of Dana and Tonyas wedding..both of them in matching white gowns, Alice was wearing a black funeral veil..Tina and Bette were on opposite sides of the aisle, wearing tennis outfits and volleying a tennis ball between themShane was on the alter making last minute changes to the Brides hair. Throughout the ceremony, Alice tried to speak, but no sound would come out of her mouth. As the minister pronounced them legally wed, Alices silence broke and she awoke screaming, NO DANA, NOT HER!
Roused by her nightmare, Alice shook her head, relieved to be in her own bed. As she lay in the cool sheets, she thought about what her next move might be with Dana.