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            Tina was pushing Destiny down the street and was looking around. She kept walking, but didnt see the person in front of her. She bumped the person with the stroller and stopped.

Oh my god, Im so sorry. She walked over to the person. I wasnt watching where I was going.

Its okay, its fine. Tina looked at the person and was staring at grey eyes. Tina took a step back and smiled.

Is there anything I can do?

Oh no, the woman shook her head. Im Lauren. She stuck out her hand.

Tina, she shook her hand. And this lil girl here is Destiny. Lauren smiled.

Shes a pretty girl.

Thank you, Tina looked at the brown skin brunette and smiled. Well I guess Ill see you around. She grabbed a hold of the stroller and gave it a push.

Wait a second, Tina stopped and turned around. Lauren walked up to her. Is it alright if I join you and your lil girl?

That would be great, Tina smiled, and Lauren began to walk with them.

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            Bette walked out of her bedroom and into the kitchen. She walked over to the counter and grabbed the phone. She answered it and put it to her ear.

Hello? Hi James, whats up? Wait, say that again. We got the Sierra Rose retrospective. Oh my God, thats great! I cant believe we got it! When will she be stopping by? Today? She raked her fingers through her hair. Bette had plans with Helena tonight, but she couldnt pass this up. This retrospective might a lot to her. Alright, Ill be in around three. Thanks James, bye. She hung up the phone and sighed. She sat up on the counter and looked at the phone. She had to call Helena and tell her. She waited until Helena picked up the phone.

Hello gorgeous. Bette smiled when she heard her phone.

Hi, Bette hesitated for a minute.

What is it love?

I got some good news a few seconds ago. I got the Sierra Rose retrospective.

Bette, thats wonderful. Congratulations babe, this is what you wanted. Im proud of you.

But theres a problem, Helena waited for an answer. Sierra Rose is coming in today to have a meeting, and I have to go into work today.

Helena frowned. Tonight was our night.

I know I wish that I could get my way out of this. I really want to see you tonight. Ill just call James back and tell him to reschedule.

No, dont that just for me. This is important to you; you deserve this more than spending your night with me.

Helena, I want to be with you.

I know you still can after the meeting. You go and do your meeting. Ill be waiting for you. Bette sighed and hopped off the counter.

Helena, I dont know what I would do without you. Bette smiled. I love you.

I love you too, Helena stopped at a stop sign. Knock em dead. She hung up right after. Bette hung up the phone and sat it on the counter. She put her hands on her hips and walked out of the kitchen.

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            Lauren walked Tina to her car, and Tina took Destiny out of her stroller. She handed Destiny to Lauren.  She folded up the stroller and put it in the trunk. She opened the car door and grabbed Destiny. She put her in her car seat and closed the door.

Umm, thank you for listening. I know we dont know each other, but-.

Its no problem. I hope everything works well with Bette and the baby. If you need anything, just call me. Tina nodded.

Sure, Tina pushed her hair out of her face. So Ill call you later.

Alright, Lauren smiled softly.

Bye, Tina opened her car door to get in, but Lauren stopped her. Lauren stopped closer and kissed Tina softly. Tina put her hands up, but pressed them against Laurens chest. Lauren pulled away and bit her lip.

Bye. She stepped away from Tina and let her in her car. Tina closed her door and waved at her. She pulled away out of the stall.