“Shane, I have some people I want you to meet. “This is Raquel Flores, she’s an up and coming model, and this is Scarlet Richardson, she wants to become a hair stylist too.” Shane smiled and shook their hands. Raquel kept eyeing Shane as Cherie continued to talk. “I want you to show Raquel around the house as I keep Scarlet company okay babe.” She smacked Shane on the butt. Shane looked at Cheri, and Cheri winked. Raquel smiled as Cheri dragged Scarlet off. She walked up to Shane and put her hand on her hip.

“Where do you want to start first?” She smiled seductively at Shane. Shane smiled back and grabbed her hand.

“I know where we can start.” Shane walked down the hall with Raquel in tow.

****

            Helena and Bette were sitting by the pool with their feet in the water. Bette took a drink of her wine and sighed.

“I hope Kit’s okay. I hope she didn’t do anything crazy.” Helena shook her head.

“You don’t need to worry about her. she’s doing just fine. you know she is.” Bette nodded. “Anyways, are you ready for this trip?” Bette sighed heavily.

“I’m ready, I’m nervous, but I think I can manage.” Helena traced her fingertip over the rim of her glass.

“I wish I could go and see my children. I miss them everyday, and I wish that Winnie will let me see them more often.” Bette rubbed Helena’s back softly. “I hate this fuckin’ coast-to-coast visiting. It’s ridiculous, but Winnie thinks she has to win all the time.” Helena sniffed and took a deep breath.

“You don’t deserve this Helena, you should still fight this in court.”

“I’ve tried, but I keep falling apart, and I never win. I’ve stopped a long time ago. Winnie has the judge feeling sorry for her, and I’m the one who’s really the victim.” Helena took a drink of her wine.

“Babe, don’t worry. Your day will come.” Helena smiled at Bette.

“Thanks babe.” She leaned forward and gave her a kiss.  

*****

            Dominique and Carmen were upstairs in the VIP room, looking over the dance floor. Carmen smiled as she watched everybody have a good time. she took a drink of her beer and looked up. she sat her beer down and smiled at Dominique. Dominique took a deep breath and looked out at the crowd. Carmen laughed softly.