Andie and Shane walked into the Planet holding hands. Andie was laughing at something that Shane had whispered into her ear and then she looked around for Tarin and Zo. She spotted them at a table and she dragged Shane over to it.

Hey guys. Andie smiled happily and sat down. Shane flipped a chair around backwards and straddled it. She smiled Tarin and Zo her hello.

So Tarin, tell me what youve been doing. Andie said grabbing a chunk of melon off of Zos plate.

Well, Ive been teaching bass lessons privately and I may start teaching music appreciation at UW next term. Tarin said taking a sip of her tea. Other than that, I havent been up to much else.

Not playing with any other bands? Zo asked.

Nope, only the one after you guys, just to fill in when their bassist would flake. Tarin shook her head.

Shane listened, not really knowing all of the history. Andie noticed it might be confusing to Shane.

Tarin was our second bassist ever. What were we called then? Oh yeah, I Cant Believe Its Not Butter. All of them laughed. We opened for Alices band a few times and they were called Butter. We came down to L.A. three or four times to play with them. I tried to help Alice learn how to play guitar better and Butters bassist at the time, Tayo, helped out Tarin with her bass playing.

Andie glanced at Tarin who seemed to be thinking back to the times.

So one day, when we had been up in Seattle for a while. Tayo had shown up at my place. She had followed Tarin up there. Tarin decided she wanted to go to school and Tayo had joined our band for a year. I guess that Butter had broken up a month or so before she came to Seattle Andie stopped. Zo was eating the fruit on her plate looking annoyed. Where is Tayo now?

Tarin cleared her throat while Zo speared a piece of pineapple with her fork. The last I heard she was pretty deep into heroine and playing in a L7 cover band.

Jesus. Andie let out a breath.

Yeah, thats too bad, she was one ***** of a bass player. Zo said.

Shane looked at Tarin who stared back at her, dipping her index finger into her tea then sucking the finger lightly.

Where are you staying and for how long, Tarin? Andie asked.

Im staying with Darius for a few weeks. I was hoping to see your shows here and at Velvets. Tarin answered.

Cool. Zo nodded.

We wont be playing until Wednesday. Andie interjected. Hey we should have the other ladies meet us somewhere tonight. What do you think Shane? Show Tarin around a little bit.

Shane nodded. I can call them and see if they are busy and where we should go.

God, dont ask Alice, she wants to go to Sing In Bed. Andie cringed as she said the name of the club.

Whats Sing In Bed? Tarin asked.

Zo piped in, The place is full of beds andfucking karaoke. You sing in the beds.

They all started to laugh, but Tarin stopped when she saw Alice walk into the Planet. Alice was on the phone smiling as she talked. She clicked her phone off and stopped, staring at Tarin. Zo stood up.

Hey, Al, Tarin got here this morning. She came back because she read the article that you wrote on us and the Planet. Zo seemed as if she was trying to convince Alice of something. Shane looked at Tarin and then Andie, confused. Andie turned in her chair trying to give Alice a comforting smile.

Alice put her best fake smile on.

Thats great, hi Tarin. Nice to see you. Alice said.

Tarin smiled back at Alice, Its good to see you, too, Alice. It was a great article. It sounds like you really shed some light on the band. Finally, people are seeing how talented they are.

Alice just kept smiling and nodding, Im gonna go get something to drink. Ill be right back to sit with you guys.

Ok. Andie said, and watched her walk to the counter. Zo walked after her.

Tarin turned to smile uncomfortably at Shane and Andie, Im guessing she still hates me.

I think she was just caught off guard. Thats all. Andie patted her hand.

Shane wanted to know what they were talking about, but decided to ask Andie about it later. When Andie turned to look at Zo and Alice, Tarin pushed her red hair out of her eyes and then looked at Shane, their gaze staying on each other for a while. The side of Tarins mouth curved up in a small smirk. Shane tried to tear away from the gaze, but couldnt for some reason.

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Zo stood next to Alice, Al, we didnt know she was coming.

Alice waved her hands slightly, No, no. Im totally cool. That was so long ago, Zo. Im over it. Completely.

You sure? Zo asked looking at Alice.

Yeah, butI just hope she doesnt end up trying anything with Alice said looking forward. Zo looked back at the table where Andie was looking their way, but Tarin and Shane were staring at each other. Zo looked back at Alice.

Shane? Zo asked, biting her lip.

Yes. Alice said when the waitress brought her a red fruit slushy looking drink. I dont want Andie to get fucked over like I did, you know?

Zo nodded, Dont worry Im watching Tarin. Ill kick some ***** if something ***** goes down, because Andie is just letting go of all her relationship bull *****. So is Shane it would seem.

I know. Thats what Im worried about. Come on lets get back over there. Alice turned around and sipped her drink, walking with confidence back to the table. When they got to the others they all looked up and smiled.

Shane spoke up. So whats this about you trying to get us to go to some new karaoke joint?

Alice laughed as Shane pulled Andies chair closer to her. I just wanted to check it out. I thought it might be fun, lets go tonight.

Shane shook her head. Ill only go if you can get Bette to go and I know her, she wouldnt go if you paid her.

Oh yeah? Lets just see if she wouldnt go. Alice flipped out her phone and dialed Bette. Andie snickered as she waited. Bette? Its Alice. Wont take much of your time. You want to go to a new club tonight with everyone? Pause. Sing In Bed. Yeah people sing in beds. Zo covered her mouth laughing. Really? Great Ill call you later with all of the details, ok? Cool. Bye.

Ha! Take that *****! Now you have to go! Alice sat back grinning to herself.

You didnt tell her that it would be us singing in the beds. Therefore had you told her that, she would not agree to go. Shane said.

Yeah, right. Okay you call her, tell her exactly what Sing In Bed is. If she says she wont go, Ill sing a song of your choice with Andie as my backup singer. Andies eyes got big when she heard Alice say this.

Hey! Andie yelled.

And if she goes, you will sing a song of my choice with Andie still as the backup singer. Alice ignored Andies protests.

How did I get involved in this? Andie asked.

Oh what do you care, you sing all the time. Alice smirked at Andie.

Shane thought about it for a minute. All right, deal.

They shook hands and then Shane pressed Bettes number.

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I can not, can NOT, believe that she said she would still come. Shane huffed, while she walked with Andie holding hands. They had arrived at Sing In Bed, Andie laughed and looked around staring at all the different beds in the club. There were beds of all shapes and sizes. Four post beds, beds with nets surrounding them, twin size beds, sofa beds, and even waterbeds.

You know Im gonna have to get drunk to get up there and sing. Shane sulked.

Thats ok, Ill drive us home. Andie continued to laugh. Shane glared at her and then the glare went away when Andie kissed her.

Come on, Sinatra. Andie smiled and dragged Shane to a four-post bed that had Dana, Bette, Alice, Tonya, and Jenny sitting on it. Tarin and Zo sat on a sofa bed that was across from the four-post bed. They heard Dana talking loudly.

You guys remember that episode on ***** and the City? Where all of those gals went to a club called Bed? Thats what I feel like. Like we are trapped in a ***** and the City musical. Dana shook her head, trying to get comfortable. The other women laughed and looked at a woman singing Proud Mary on her knees on top of a twin size bed.

Oh look here comes our entertainment. Alice said seeing Shane and Andie. Shane flipped off Alice.

She wants to get drunk first. Andie said to the ladies.

Oh thats not fair. I want you to remember this. Alice whined.

You said I would have to sing, not be sober, Al. Shane smirked nodding at the waitress. Can I get a back draft please?

The waitress took her order and left to go get it.

Thanks for agreeing to come, Bette. Shane said sarcastically.

Anytime, Shane. Bette smiled sweetly. I wouldnt miss seeing you sing your ***** little heart up on some bed for anything.

Im not the only one singing tonight and that’s final. Ill buy the rounds if you guys agree to sing, too. Shane smiled at all of them hopefully.

Hmm, Im in. Jenny chirped.

Me too. Zo said.

When Shane got everyone to agree. They all had a back draft.

How do you drink these things when they are burning? Bette asked.

Okay, you place your hand over the flame. Shane said placing her palm over the shot glass, putting the flame out. Now you feel the suction on your palm? See how I can hold it up because of the suction? She said showing Bette. Then quickly taking you hand off, take the shot. Shane took the shot, and then put her hand back over the shot glass fast. Put you hand right back over the shot glass, capturing the fumes of the alcohol. Okay, suck the fumes. See? Just like that. Shane grinned.

Why do we suck the fumes? Dana asked.

It intensifies the shot. Shane answered.

Okay lets begin! Alice yelled.

The women all raised their flaming shot glasses and began the process of getting drunk.

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Four shots later, (of course Andie and Tonya had not been drinking), the women were looking through books of different songs. The books were handwritten like diaries.

Andie was sitting next to Tonya; they were watching the tipsy ladies laugh at different songs.

What the ***** are in those back drafts? Tonya said.

I think 151 rum and amaretto. Andie laughed.

Andie? Tonya asked.

Mmmhmm? Andie said not looking at her.

I know whats going on. Andie turned to give Tonya a confused look. Ive stopped planning things, she doesnt know. Im just waiting for her to tell me.

Andie said nothing; she just looked at Tonya whose eyes were sad and even a little lonely. Andie only nodded and opened her mouth to say something, but Tonya interrupted her thoughts.

I love the new haircut by the way. She touched Andies shorter jet-black hair. Its looked a lot like Shanes hair before she had cut it so short. Andies hair hung in her eyes and she pushed it out of her way.

Thank you, Tonya. Was all that Andie could say before she heard the karaoke mans voice announce.

All right, lets hear it for Shane and Andie.

Andie heard Shane croak over the applause, Oh god.

Andie smirked as Shane pulled her off to go to the stage.