The restaurant was quite crowded. Most of them were office people. They were in their shirts and ties and suits that looked that they had put starch on them to make them stiff. Alex was feeling a bit out of place. Tina noticed that Alex was fidgeting. Are you ok? asked Tina with concerned. Alex looked at her. Err to be honest with you, Im not really used to eat at this kind of place. I usually take fast food kind of lunch. Tina giggled. Oh come on, its not that bad. This place is suppose to be a casual place to eat. Its just that people with starchy-suits love to come here. Alex chuckled at the starchy-suit part. With that, Alex manages to calm down a bit. The assurance in Tinas voice made her comfortable.
Lunch was great. They both talked about lots of things. Tina was obviously trying to avoid to talk about her relationship. But then, Alex asked her a question that she had hoped she wouldnt have to answer. So, Tina, I heard you are married to the most wonderful woman in LA. So hows it going? Tina swallowed hard. She took a piece of carrot and stuffed it into her mouth. She took a sip from the glass of water and said nervously, Err actually we kind of broke up. Alex looked at Tina, stunned. Obviously, Alex was playing the part oh-I-dont-know-Bette part real well. Oh, Im so sorry. I didnt know look, Im really sorry No, its ok. Its been a while now so, its ok, smiled Tina. A moment of awkward silence befalls them. Alex looked at her watch. Oh *****! Ive got to get back to work! My boss is going to kill me! Alex stood up and pulled out a couple of bills from her pocket. No, its ok. My treat! exclaimed Tina. No, I cant let you do that! defended Alex. No, really. Lets take it as my welcome-to-LA treat to you. Alex flashed the warmest smile. Ok but next time, its my treat. Wherever you want. Ok? Tina nodded. Alex winked at her and head out of the restaurant. She got on her bike and cycled off.

Shane was watching the girl in front of her get dressed. She stroked her chin and asked the girl, Youre not leaving me here all alone are you? Carmen looked at her and smiled. Baby, Ive got to get to work. Im not like you, coming in for work as I like. Shane stuck out her tongue. Carmen finished dressing up and gave Shane a long, sweet kiss. Ill see you later. Shane winked at her. As Carmen got out of the room, Shane grabbed her phone from the side table and dialed. Hey Al, where are you? Really? Ok, Ill be right there.

Whats going on? asked Shane as she sat next to Dana at the Planet. Moody here suddenly misses Mr. P! said Alice, exasperated. Aww as Shane patted the back of Danas head. Dana was sobbing slightly. If Tonya was here, she would know how to make it feel better. Alice rolled her eyes. Oh God! Can you be anymore ***** annoying?! And can you be anymore ***** insensitive?! Dana yelled back. Guys, guys. Chill man. No need to start a war here. We are friends, remember? said Shane calmly. Alice sighed loudly. Alice tried to change the subject. Have you guys seen or heard from Bette lately? She had not been coming out lately hadnt she? Dana and Shane just shrugged. I tried to call her last week but she said she was busy and that she would call me back. But she didnt, said Shane, sounding disappointed. Everyone is worried about Bette. They tried to see her and talk to her but it seemed like Bette is shutting them out of her life. Maybe its because shes too focused on getting Tina to forgive her. You know, its been a while but I still cant accept it, spoke Dana. Accept what? asked Shane, confused. That its over between Bette and Tina. Shane shook her head vigorously, obviously not agreeing with Dana. No, no. no. Its not over between them. It aint over till its over! They are meant to be together and thats whats going to happen! Alice and Dana were surprised at Shanes sudden change of tone and behavior. She too couldnt accept the fact that theres a possibility that Bette and Tina might not get back together. Shane tried to shook the though away. Hey, I need to go to the little girls room. Be right back.
As the both of them watches Shane walked off, Alice looked at Dana. Ok spill, whats going on between you and Little Miss Energizer? Huh? Dana tried to sound as if she doesnt understand what Alice is asking her about. Dont huh me young lady! Alice pointing a finger at Dana. Come on, since when do you twins got a hip operation? As far as Im concern, you guys were attached to the hip! You know Im so used to hearing mushy stuff from you guys, which is gross, that its kind of weird not hearing it anymore. And I dont know why Im saying all this! Dana leaned forward and placed both her hands on the table. She looked up and looked at Alice. Alice could see that theres confusion in Danas eyes. I I dont know Al. Im Im like having second thoughts. Alice is confused at Danas answer. Second thoughts? About what? Dana stared at the tables surface. About me and Tonya.

TBC