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Tina was still in rage when she had reached her apartment. She slammed the door hard. It made Helena jumped as she was waiting for Tina in the kitchen. She put down the book she was reading and went to the living room. Are you ok honey? You scared me. Tina was surprised to see Helena at home. Oh, Im so sorry. I didnt know you were at home, Tina apologized as she took off her coat. She sat on the couch and placed her hand on her forehead. She sighed deeply. Helena sat beside her and placed her hand on Tinas lap. Are you ok? Why do you look so angry? she asked. Nothing, replied Tina with a smile. You sure? asked Helena with concern. Tina nodded. Helena stroked Tinas hair gently. Tina closes her eyes, enjoying every moment of it. In the back if her mind, she was imagining Bette doing that to her. Bette always does that when Tina is upset. Then she opens her eyes and realized that it was Helena and not Bette. She sighed softly. Ive told her. You know, about you and me, said Tina as she looked at Helena. So how did she take it? asked Helena. Tina shook her head and said, Just as I expected. Helena understood what Tina had meant. She said nothing. She just sat close to Tina and hugged her.

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SHANE
There she is, looking as stunning as usual. What is it about this girl that Im so infatuated with? Is her smile or is it her beautiful eyes when she stares? Hmm I dont know but shes a mystery all right. Hey! I said as I approached her. Oh hey! replied Alex. Im sorry, just give me a second. She was busying serving customers. I could just stand here and watch her but there were too many people around and I couldnt even stand in one place! You alone? she asked. I just nodded. Wheres your girlfriend then? she ask again. Huh? I dont have a girlfriend. Oh, I thought you and Carmen I laughed. I shook my head and still giggling and said, No, no, no. Carmens not my girlfriend. We just we just have a crazy relationship between us. Shes with Jenny. She looked confused but she did not urge on. Thank God. Its pressurizing enough talking to her. Hey, dont you have a break coming up? I asked. She nodded and pointing her index finger indicating to give her a sec. I looked around for an empty table and seats. I spotted one next to the bar. I sat there, waiting for her. A few minutes time, she came and sat next to me. She looked at me with the most beautiful smile I had ever seen. I feel like grabbing her and kiss her but I try to refrain myself from doing that.

ALEX
Shane, Shane. You have no idea what Im feeling right now. Im so happy to her that Carmen is not your girlfriend. If she is, how can I compete with her? Shes so ***** hot! But why has she come to see me? Is she feeling the same what Im feeling for her? I tried to play it cool by looking uninterested from the beginning. But am I that transparent that she can see that Im attracted to her? Maybe shes just trying to be friendly. She is after all, Shane. So whats up? What brings you here? I asked. Well, I come here almost every single day if youve noticed, answered Shane. Idiot! What a stupid question! I laughed nervously. Oh right! Heh! She looked so ***** just sitting there, I could literally imagined kissing all over her right now! Good God Alex! Get a hold on yourself! As I was about to say something, Shane was waving at someone. I looked at the direction she was waving at and my heart suddenly beats very fast. I wanted to get up from my seat but its just like my butt is stuck on it! I froze. Hey, look, its Bette! she said as she motioned Bette to come over. Shane turned to me and said, Youre going to meet the most amazing person in West Hollywood! I just smiled weakly. ***** me.

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