Shane smiled happily looking at her friends. So ***** cute! How lucky for some to find love easily. She hoped one day she will be able to find love. She looked at Bette and Tina who were smiling lovingly at Alice and Dana. They both looked lost unsure of what to do. Bette walked over to Shane and gave her a hug.

Bette felt Shanes body tensed and asked what was wrong.

Oh nothing just, Im just happy how things turned out between those two. And are you two ok?

I dont know Shane. But I hope it will be Bette replied her eyes looking at Tina.

I hope you guys work it out. Whatever differences you guys have, youll work it out. True love always does

Bete kissed Shanes head. Thanks Shane. And what about you? How are things with Cherie?

Umm Shane cleared her throat not sure what to tell Bette, … well you know me. They just come and go

Bette smiled but could sense something was wrong but she thought the better of it and didnt want to upset Shane. She thought shed talk to her about it when the time is right and when Shanes ready to tell her. She knows how Shane looks up to her and Tina and depends on them for love and support. Shane has always been there for them both and a good friend indeed. Bette knew she is afraid to let herself be loved and also afraid to love others but she knows Shane has a big heart and someday she hopes Shane will find someone to love her.

Is Tina gonna stay here or move in with Alice?

I really dont know Shane. Its all up to her.

Tina looked at Bette and Shane and walked over to them.

Can I steal you for a minute? Tina said.

You can steal me anytime Bette grinned from ear to ear. Shane just laughed.

Bette please

Okay, okay sorry. So what is so important that you had to steal me away from Shane? She said it aloud do Shane could hear her. When Shane laughed, Bette winked at her.

Bette, please. I just

Sorry T, Im listening

Bette, I havent had the chance to tell you what I feel when we were by the pool. You complete me Bette. Through think n thin, youll always be my priority in life. Everything else comes second. The first moment I met you I knew youll be someone special in my life. Im thankful Eric brought me there. I owe him that much. I wouldnt know life if I hadnt met you that fateful day at the gallery. I never knew life could be like this.

Thank you for showing me the life I was meant to live and thank you for taking me in your arms, for pulling me into a kiss, for having me in your life. My life would be nothing without you Bette. You are my everything as I am yours. And for that, I would give forever just to build our lives again. I dont want anyone else, no matter how long it takes, please be patient with me and please know that I want to work this out.

For now I just need to take my time and try see things differently. I need, I mean WE need to reevaluate our lives and come to terms with what has happened. It hurts so much just to think those hands have been to places they shouldnt have. And until I can let go of that image from my mind, I dont think Id be ready enough to come back to you as your wife. But we should at least try to work this out not just as friends but as lovers too. I need to try to forgive you Bette, and I need for you to try to forgive yourself too. I also need to learn to communicate with you as you should with me. But that will require so much time and very hard work and commitment. So dont shut me out when things dont go your way Bette and please believe me when I want to work this out more than anything. Im just hurting right now

I know T. I know. And thank you so much for those beautiful words. Ill wait for you always, no matter how long it will take. Ill make it up to you I promise you I will. I love you Im sorry I shouldnt have said that

Tina smiled. Its ok Bette. Its getting late Maybe I should head back to Alices Tina moved away from Bette.

Bette didnt want Tina to go, so she thought of something so Tina could stay a little longer. Hey do you want to eat in before you guys go? Im starving; I havent eaten a thing since

Yeah that could work. Im quite hungry myself. Were ordering in right? So whos buying? Shane said touching her flat stomach.

Tina wasnt ready to have a meal with Bette just yet. Umm you guys go ahead. I think Ill just go Im kind of tired. Alice is it ok if I stay at yours tonight?

I know, isnt it great? Maybe you and I could…

Hey Al? Tina was trying to get her attention but she was busy with Dana.

Sorry what?

Is it ok if I stay at yours tonight?

Oh er… yeah no problem. You wanna go now?

If thats ok with you and Dana Alice started to protest but Dana kissed her on the lips.

Its ok Al, Ill see you tomorrow right? Dana smiled.

Yeah abso-*****-lutely! Ill see you tomorrow Alice kissed Dana and hugged Shane and Bette before she walked out the door.

Tina hugged Dana, Shane and Bette and followed behind Alice.
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So what do you want to eat? Dana asked Bette. But Bette just shrugged. She was still looking at the front door.

Come on Bette, things will work out. Im sure it will Shane said.

My life is a ***** mess. Im really not proud of what I did. Tina and I will try to work things out. I wish things were simple and I really wish it never happened

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On the way to Alices

You know we shouldve stayed and have dinner there. I really am hungry.

Im sorry Al, I just am not comfortable to stay and eat like nothings happened

I know, so do you want to grab a bite somewhere or order in?

Its up to you. Im not that hungry.

You should eat something you know!

Ok. Well, we can grab something on the way then Tina said nonchalantly while looking out the window.

Hey T, you know you can talk to me. You guys are gonna make it, I know you are. Honey, what else is on your mind?

I dont know. Just Bette, me, the babyeverything. How will we be able to work it out after all this? I wish this was all just a bad dream Tina let out a big sigh and continued looking out the window hoping and praying her friend was right