You sure Alices is here? Cos I really dont see her Mini anywhere!

I dunno but she should be here. Where else would she take Tina?

Beats me!

Hey Dane, isnt that your car?

What where? Dana jerked her head looking out the window. She couldnt find her car anywhere.

Shane pointed at the silver SUV parked in front of Alices apartment. Dana was confused, why would her car be here? *****, Shane, do you think?

I dunno Dane, she might I really dont want to be here, Shane thought. She didnt want to get caught in between this mess.

Well just pull over, I better talk to her Shane Dana started to unbuckle her seatbelt while Shane parked her truck. Dana climbed out of the truck and Shane follow suit.

Shane, what do you think youre doing?

I um do you need any help? I can you know, umm. Take care of things you know?

No Shane, this is between me and Tonya. Go back inside; Ill deal with this myself. Dana walked away and she turned, and Shane? Thanks for today. I dont know where Id be if it wasnt for you she smiled.

Shane winked at her; she knew Dana would be ok. Her only hope was, although Tonya was her least favourite person, Tonya would be ok too for she knows no one deserves to be dumped.
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She looked into her SUV to see if Tonya was sitting in but she was nowhere there. She decided to check Alices apartment. As she approached Alices apartment, she turned back to give Shane a slight nod to tell her she was going up. Shane returned a nod with a reassuring smile.

Dana walked up the stairs not knowing what to expect and not knowing what to say once she faces her. She felt uneasy with every step she took. She wasnt very good at confrontations, she usually just shrug comments off, make jokes about it and if all else fails, make someone feel bad. But this isnt the situation she cam opt for any of the three. Now she has to stand up for what she believes in and be a woman!

Even in the dark hallway she could see a figure in front of her belonging to none other than her fianc. Tonya was leaning against the door frame with one hand on her hips. Her eyes were closed.

Tonya? Dane slowly approached her.

Tonyas eyes opened, but Dana couldnt see them. Tonya, what are you doing here?

What are YOU doing here? Getting to see if your other girlfriend is alright? she smirked.

Tonya please, I was worried about you. When you drove away today, I just didnt know what to do. We need to talk Tonya

No need to waste your breaths on me Dana! I heard you! I heard whatever I need to

Tonya, couldnt you tell things were getting out of hand? I mean with the wedding and all? Dont you think we were rushing into it?

Shut up Dana! I loved you, I still love you. How could you kiss her? I know you kissed her but I thought youd come clean to me about it today but you didnt.

Tonya, its not what its like

The ***** it is! Dana was finding it hard talking unable to see Tonyas expression. She needed to know the effects of what she has said so she could put together words that would get through to her.

Come into the light Tonya so I can se your face. Please? She offered her hand and she hesitantly took it. She stepped into the light and all Dana could see were pain in her eyes. They were bloodshot and wet with unshed tears.

Oh *****! Im sorry Tonya

You are? Thats all you can say Dana? Are you pleased to see me like this?

Tonya, please. The last thing Id wanna do is hurt you. This is not how I want things to be. So please, please dont cry. I cant stand it if girls cry. She pulled her into her arms for a hug. Tonya just stood still both her hands on either side not touching Dana.

Do you still want the wedding? Do you still love me even a little?

God Tonya of course I do, its just that Im so confused right now. I cant marry you when I still have feelings for someone else Tonya pushed Dana. Dana lost her balance but manage to hold on to the door handle.

You still? STILL have feelings? How long has this been going on Dana? Dana wasnt sure why she said that, STILL? Why did she say still? Has she been feeling something other than friendly love for Alice all this time?

I, I umm No Tonya, it has never, ever! It was just last night!

I dont believe you Dana. I dont know what to believe anymore

Tonya please, can we just go sit somewhere and talk?

Talk about what Dane? That you dont want to be with me? That you want to be with her? Cos I get it ok? Its fine, I know! You dont have to explain anything to me, Im done Dana, you hear me? Im done! And why the ***** isnt she opening the door? Ive been banging on it like mad

Tonya, let it rest ok? Be mad at me, not at Alice!

You know what Dane? Im not gonna sit here and listen to you explain, Im going. Here take your god damn keys she threw her keys at her and walked down the corridor.

Tonya wait. Please wait! Dana ran towards her. Tonya stopped and turned around.

Please make this quick Dana. I need to get my stuff from your place. Isnt that what you wanted?

Tonya, Im sorry, really very sorry for whats happened. Its against my control. I couldnt push these feelings I have inside me. Please forgive me for Ive caused you unmeasurable pain. And it wasnt my intent to hurt you. I know I love you but Im in a state where I just arent sure anymore. I hope you can understand what Im trying to tell youI cant marry you anymore Tonya, and its for the best; for both of us!

Tonya looked at her with disgust. Fine Dane. Ill get my stuff at your place and leave your car there. Ill be out of your life in no time! She turned and walked away.
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Hey I saw Tonya drove off. How are you?

Im ok. I just feel a little ***** for what I did to her Dana climbed into the truck and stared out the front window.

hey you know, it has to be done sooner or later. You cant blame yourself all the time you know. Youre too hard on yourself! So how did she take it?

She Shes gonna pack her stuff and leave.

Oh… I guess it really is over huh? Hmm…So where are we going?

I dont know, but not my place. Shes on her way there now

So, is Alice here? Did you talk to her?

Ummm no. She isnt. Apparently Tonyas been wanting to see her but she ended up seeing me

Its ok Dane, its ok.

Youre a good friend Shane, you know that? Shane just smiled. Even through your misery youre still able to help a friend. Thank you Shane, thank you! Dana gave Shane a hug, thankful for what to day has brought to make them closer.

Dana broke her hold of Shane as she noticed the change in her composure. Shane? Shanes head was bowed. Shane, are you ok?

Shane sighed. I just, I dont know what Im gonna do Dana. Can I tell you something? I hate being alone

But Shane youre not alone, never. Youve got me, Alice, Tina and Bette. I know Bette and Tina are having their problems right now but theyre there for you, theyre family and theyll always be there for you like you have for us. Plus, you always have someone come home with you every night. I know you. I see the looks you get every time we go out. You can always get those you want Shane

You dont understand Dana Have you ever felt lonely when someone was lying next to you? Someone who doesnt mean anything to you, just a great *****? I can tell you its the loneliest feeling! Every night I come home with someone I end up feeling empty, but I just couldnt stop myself. Cos I dont want to be alone at nights. I just want to connect with someone; physically, mentally and emotionally but I never found that someone you know? And when I did, she couldnt love me

Aww Shane please dont cry. Shhh Things will be ok I promise. I promise youll find someone who will love you just as much as you love them. Shane just cried on Danas shoulder while Dana rubbed her hands up and down her back, wondering how on earth someone as strong and as sure as Shane could have an emotional break down.