That was surprising. Bette laughed softly as Helena leaned against her. I never thought Kit would do that. Helena smiled.

Maybe shes getting used to me. It felt great to get a hug from her, shes claiming as part of the family now. Bette wrapped her arms around her girlfriend.

I guess she is.

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            Shane was sitting outside on the steps, smoking a cigarette. Carmen wrapped her jacket around her and walked outside. She closed the door, and Shane looked up. Carmen took a seat next to Shane and grabbed her cigarette from her hand. Shane watched her as she took a drag.

When did you start?

A while ago, I do it once in a blue moon. Shane shook her head and took her cigarette back. Shane, I think we need to talk. Shane looked at her and blew out smoke.

What is there to talk about?

Us. Shane turned her whole body and faced Carmen. I think we need to take a break.

When did you think about this?

After you had to think about coming with me to my brothers funeral and then more after we fucked.

Carmen I told you that I”.

I didnt come out here to argue with you Shane. I just think its best if we just stay away from each other for a while. Ill pack a few of my things, and Im going to stay with my mother. Itll give us some time to think about what were doing together. Do you really think were meant to be? I really think you should sit back and think about if you want to spend the rest of your life with me. Shane finished her cigarette and flicked it. She wiped her hands on her jeans.

I never knew you felt like this. Shane dropped her head and scratched the back of her neck. If you want to take a break, Ill take the break. Carmen smiled softly and kissed Shane on the cheek.

Thank you. She got up from the steps and walked back into the house. Shane brought her head into her hands as she thought about what she did. Can she really take a break from Carmen and not linger towards a one night stand? She got to fight.