Alex placed her bike behind the couch and closes the door. She flopped on to the couch, feeling really tired. She wish she could just crash but she had to get to her other job, at the Planet. She groaned as she got up from the couch and checked for messages from her phone. You have a message. Beep. Hey, errwhy havent you been answering my calls? Did something happen or.? Alex listened to the message with guilt. She erased it and head straight to shower.

The gang were already at the Planet. This time, Tina was with them. A waitress walked towards their table and handed them drinks. We didnt order these, said Tina. Oh, its from the bartender. She told me to tell you guys that its from her to you beautiful ladies here and for you, a non- alcoholic special! said the waitress with a smile. The gang nodded. They all pick up their glasses and turned to look at Alex who was at the bar. Alex looked up and waved at them. They raised their glasses.
Alex is kind of cute dont you guys think? Tina commented as she takes a sip from her glass. The rest of them looked at her with astonishment. What? asked Tina innocently. Their eyes widen. Look at her, isnt she? said Tina, pointing towards the bar. Everyone looked at the girl at the bar and nodded in agreement. Dana excuses herself to go to the bathroom. Ill come with you! said Tonya, getting up from her seat as well. She grabbed Dana by the hand and dragged her towards the bathroom. Dana looked back behind her and looks at Alice. Alice pretended that she wasnt looking. Alice sighed loudly. Whats wrong? asked Tina. Nothing. Was all Alice could say. Hey guys, Ill be right back, said Shane as she stood up. Where you going? asked Alice. Shane just winked. Alice rolls her eyes. So just me and you then T, said Alice, sadly. Tina just shrugged.
Shane stepped outside of the Planet for a while to have a smoke. Apparently, shes waiting for someone as well. She lit her cigarette and took a long, hard drag. Then she notice someone familiar sitting by the curb. She recognizes the long, straight hair. She stepped towards the girl and sat beside her. The girl turned to look at her and a smile fell upon her face. Hey, what are you doing here? asked Shane, looking at the girls beautiful eyes. I need some fresh air, answered Alex. Yeah, me too. Its kind of getting a little stuffy in there. Alex nodded in agreement. They sat in silence for a moment. Then they started to speak at the same time, So, They both giggled. You say first, said Alex. Ok. Erm you know, you and I never really get to talk. I mean we do talk but never really did like, you know, talk. Alex looked at Shane, smiling. You know, some people might not get what youre trying to say but I think I get it. And you know the funny thing is, I was going to ask you the exact same question! Shane chuckled. Well, Ive saved you the trouble didnt I? Alex grinned. She looked at Shane and smiled to herself. Shane looked at her in confusion. You know, Ive heard lots of things about you, said Alex, smiling. Oh yeah? asked Shane as she sat closer. Yeah. I get to meet all kinds of people at the bar. And Im impressed. Right now, they both were gazing into each other eyes. Shane licked her lips, obviously trying to maintain herself. She tried to break that moment. So, what makes you come to LA then? Well, I err, Alex was hesitated to answer. Shane notices this and said, Look, if you dont want to say, thats ok. I understand. You can tell me whenever you want to. Ok? Alex smiled and tilted her head slightly to the side. They sat in silence, again. I dont know about you but Im starting to get pins and needles on my legs! exclaimed Alex. Yeah me too! said Shane, laughing. Shane stood up first and held out her hand to help Alex up. Alex grabbed Shanes hand and got up quickly. They were laughing as they stood there outside the Planet. Just then, someone hugged Shane from behind. Shane was startled for a bit and turned around to look at the person. Shane looked surprise. Hey, dont look so surprise baby. You were expecting me, remember? joked Carmen as she kisses her sweetly. Shane grins. Then she turned to look at Alex who wasnt paying any attention to the exchange. Hey, I want you to meet Alex. Alex realizes someone was calling her. She turned around and faced them. Alex, I want you to meet Carmen. Alex smiled and extended her hand. Likewise for Carmen. So, you are the hot new bartender, said Carmen cheekily. Alex blushed a little. New, yes. Hot, I dont think so, said Alex, embarrassed. Oh come on! Have you look at yourself in the mirror lately? said Carmen, grinning. Every single day, answered Alex. Shane noticed that Alex was blushing real bad. She could literally see her cheeks getting rosier and rosier. Shane smiled to herself. Ok, ok. Stop making her blush. Look at her. Poor thing. Carmen laughed. Alex laughed nervously as she looked at Shane. Shane was smiling at her. Want to go in? asked Carmen as she kisses Shane on her lips. Yeah sure. She turned to Alex. Arent you going in as well? Alex shook her head. You guys go ahead. I need to finish my cigarette. Shane complied and head back into the Planet as Carmen held her hand. Alex looked at them and turned to refocus on the car in front of her. Then she smiled to herself.

TBC