Shane: I cant believe you just asked her to do that Al!

Dana: Yeah Al, it isnt a fair deal.

Alice: Who said anything about being fair? She wanted to have a go at her in the first place, I just agreed to it.

Shane: She did not, she didnt know that she wasnt *****.

Alice: Oh come one Shane. She might not do it you know?

Shane: She might not? *****, if I didnt know I wouldve thought you just met Porter. Shes not one to give up on anything so quick!

Alice: Come on Shane, seriously, you really think shes gonna convert a straight lady?

Shane: I dont know what to think. None of us has done it before. This is just plain crazy!

Dana: And whats her name again?

Alice: Tina. Tina Kennard. Apparently she works at Alphaville Studio just down the road from me.

Dana: How do you know all never mind!

Marina walked over to their table bringing coffee and lattes.

Marina: So whats the big agenda?

Dana: Alice here found a woman for Bette, you know for the dare. And she found her a straight lady.

Marina: Youre joking right? You want her to convert someone? That should be interesting.

Shane: Interesting? Man you two are crazy. Im off. I have an appointment at 9. And guys are we on for the dinner thingy with Bette tomorrow?

Alice: Yeah just make sure you come.

Shane: I will, peace out guys.

With that Shane was out the door.

As that was what was happening at Starbucks, I was at my gallery going over the last preparation for the dinner tomorrow. Ive invited my girls as usual, the artists and a few buyers.

I thought about the opening night. There were a lot of people and the art pieces were sold quickly. And I was so happy on how the night turned out. Everyone had a good time and it earned the gallery a good sum of money. Ive been concentrating on the success of the show I forgot about the dare.

The DARE! I thought I should give up on it. How am I supposed to turn someone into someone shes not? I cant possibly convert someone, Ive never done that before. Plus, she was in a relationship. God knows how long theyve been together. I really thought she was *****. Hmm Maybe she is but she doesnt know it yet. I chuckled at the possibility.

Now, there are 2 more seats available for the dinner. Two of the guests cancelled last minute as theyve flown back to New York to go to another opening show. So who should I invite? I looked at my long list again for the hundredth time. Andrews, no. Applegate, no. Brandon, No. Broad Hmm. Eric Broad. Isnt that whom Tina was with? Well, Ill just invite them both. Theres no harm in looking.

I looked at Erics phone number, pick up the receiver and inhaled deeply. It was ringing. And kept on ringing and ringing. I was about to hang up when

Secretary: Good morning Mr Broads office how may I help?

Bette: Oh er Hi. Is Mr Broad available? Im Miss Porter calling from the Bette Porter Gallery.

Secretary: Oh yea the Gallery near the Bergamot Station yes. Hold the line please.

God I hope this isnt too last minute.

Eric: Well well Bette this is a nice surprise! To what do I owe this pleasant surprise?

Bette: Hi Eric. I was wondering if I could send you an invitation for dinner tomorrow night as a thank you for the buyers and the artists who have put together an amazing show

Eric: Us? It was you Bette all you

Bette: Thanks Eric. I just hope this isnt last minute cos the dinner is tomorrow night. Its just that I havent received a reply from you and I just realized that my secretary forgot to post your invitation. So are you free tomorrow night? Itll be at the gallery at 7.30pm?

Eric: Well as far as Im concerned I will never be busy for any mingling with the artists Bette so sure I will come.

Bette: Its a plus one invitation Eric so you can bring a date ok? So Ill see you tomorrow night then.

Eric: Okay. Thanks Bette. Have a nice day.

I put down the receiver and smiled gleefully! Wow I didnt think Id be able to pull that off! I looked at my pile of work and I sigh. I love my work dont get me wrong its just that sometimes I do need a break. And that long overdue break will come as soon as this show is over! Cant wait til tomorrow. After tomorrow, Ill be my usual self, out with the girls at clubs. Look out girls, Porter will be on the lookout for her next conquest!