L’Amour – Part 8

Bette stopped by at Alices apartment. She paused before knocking, to collect her thoughts just in case Tina was there. She wanted everything that came out of her mouth to be perfect. She finally took a deep breath and knocked.

Alice opened the door, grogginess still visible on her face, Hey, Porter. What can I do for you?

I havent seen you for a few days. It bothered Bette to feel so dependent on somebody, most of all Alice. But the last couple of months had made her vulnerable and she didn’t have the energy or will to be the strong together Bette that everyone knew.

Sorry, about that. Ive been busy sleeping.

Dana stumbled out of the bedroom, Al, whered you go?

Over here, Dane.

Hi, Dana. Bette greeted her from across the room.

Dana lifted her hand in a half attempt to wave, Bette. Dana did a double take, Bette! Oh, hi.

Sleeping around is more like it, Bette remarked coldly but quietly so that only Alice heard it.

Alice ignored Bettes attitude, You look a bit under the weather, everything ok?

Bette nervously rubbed her hands together, Is T here?

She left for work a while ago.

Oh.

Bette, are you ok?

I was hoping we could talk.

Dana interrupted, You guys talk, I should get some practice in this morning. Ill shower at the club.

Dont leave on accord of me, Dana.

Its ok, I really have to get some things done. She placed her hand on Alices waist, Ill see you later? Dana leaned forward to give Alice a kiss goodbye.

Id hope so. Have fun.

Ill try. She turned and gave Bette a hug, Take care.

Dana jogged to her car. She hated herself for omitting everything that was going on. She had an appointment with her lawyer and today was the day shed find out the result of the settlement.

A shower and many agonizing minutes later, Dana sat at the long table across from Tonya and her lawyer. She imagined that she could physically cut the tension in the room. Tonyas glare pierced the distance that separated them and burned her. All Dana could do to maintain her composure was to avoid looking at her ex fiance. She didnt say a word when her lawyer told her she lost the condo and that she had a week to move out. She imagined that a judge had given her a life sentence for a crime she didnt commit. She shook her lawyers hand and bowed her head as she left the building. She felt ashamed, here she was a budding tennis star and now she was homeless. Maybe Alice was right. She was nave and paid for it with a $300,000 condo.

Alice arrived at the Planet. She was blissfully unaware of what was going on around her as she was trying to listen to her voice messages. She stood outside and was dialing her access code when she heard a voice behind her, Hi, Alice.

Alice spun around and was face to face with Tonya. Tonya. Hi.

Dont hi me, you ***** *****. It was you.

I dont know what youre- A sharp blow to the face cut her off and sent her reeling backwards, her hands flying to her face.

Thats for ***** up my life. Tonya walked away.

Alice rubbed her face, Ah, *****. That hurt. Alice yelled at the retreating Tonya, *****! You hear that! *****-hole! Alice continued touching her face as she walked inside. She held her purse up, hoping that no one would see her in this condition. She headed for the bathroom, examining the damage done to her face. She tenderly poked the reddish/purplish marks that were making their way down from her eye to her cheek. *****.

She dialed Shanes number. Hey, its me. I need you at the Planet asap. Puh-leeze. Ill be in the ***** bathroom until you get here. She sighed and murmured into the phone, Whenever that is. Just call me. Bye. She snapped her phone shut and poked her head outside the bathroom entrance. Marina!

Bette sipped her beer on the porch. It was 6:30pm and she was accustomed to her new routine. She began everyday almost the same way. She woke up at 5am, showered, got ready for work and left at 6:45 to get to the CAC by 8am. She would then go to lunch at 12 which ate while talking to a shrink. She didnt care much for talking to a shrink, she didnt when Tina was around, but now it was easier. She had no one else to really talk to. She didnt see her friends that much except for Alice since she stayed clear of them so that Tina could have the space she deserved.

Danas Forester pulled into the driveway. Bette stayed seated as her friend climbed out of the SUV and walked towards her. Dana. Hi. Im surprised.

Hey, Bette. I need your help.

Bette patted the porch, indicating that Dana should sit, With what?

I uhhave to move out in a few days. I need toput my stuff somewhere.

Can I ask why?

Tonya got the condo. Something about I wouldnt be where I was without her financially. Total bullshit, but oh well.

Whyd you come here though? Bette was curious to find out why Dana didnt ask Alice or Shane.

I dont want Alice to know and besides Shanes place is really uh small with all two million of her roommates.

But Alice is your girlfriend; dont you think she should know?

I dont want to lay all this on her. Shes got a lot on her mind as well. I dont know. I dont want to make it sound like We had *****, can I move in now?

I understand that. Inside Bette still felt Dana should at least tell Alice that shes moving her stuff in over here. I just think shed want to help you. Thats all.

I know.

How is everything else?

Ok. She saw Bette about to speak, I mean Alice is great.

I can see why you like her. Bette wanted to ask Dana why she dumped Tonya and went after Alice. She thought that maybe listening to Danas answer would help her sort out what went wrong in her own life. She had a whole list of questions ready, but decided not to ask any of them. And whatever you need.

Thanks. Ill let you know.

Shane finally arrived at the Planet to Alices relief. She strolled into the bathroom winking and smiling at all the females she passed on her way. She kicked the door open, This better be good, Al. She removed her shades and continued chewing on her gum, Al?

Alice slowly opened one of the stall doors. Is the coast clear?

Its just you and me. What could be so bad that youd stay in a bathroom for an hour and fifteen minutes? She gasped when she saw Alices face. ***** man. What the ***** happened to you?

Does it look bad?

Al, I wont lie. Youve looked better. So what happened?

One word. *****. Two more. Evil *****.

Which one?

Alice gave her a sharp look, You know which one.

No, really, I dont. Enlighten me.

The cat killer.

Youre shittin me. Tonya cold cocked you. Oh, Al. She has it in for you. Must have seen that article.

Ya think?

Whatd you expect? You broke her and Miss Dana up. Youre officially a homewrecker now.

Shane kept staring at her face, making Alice self conscious. You think I could wear sunglasses and hide the bruise?

Youd need a brown bag to hide that, Shane smirked. Alice groaned. Look, maybe Bette could help you.

You are of no use to me. No use, Shane.

I tried.

I know. I just dont want Dana seeing me.

You could just keep the lights off.

Whats the fun in that? Then I cant see her.

Shane put her arm around her friends shoulder. That was good. Thats hot.

Let me tell you she cold cocked me and I flew backwards. It was a sight to see. Im not kidding. I just flew backwards. Like a superhero or something.

Shane laughed as she pictured Alice flying backwards, Dont worry, Ill kick her ***** for you if I ever see her.

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