The phone ringing in the background brought Alice back to reality. Alice ignored it the first time it rang, then about ten seconds later it started again. Again, she ignored it. There was absolutely no one she wanted to talk to. But then it started again. With a concerted effort and a few expletives Alice got up to answer the phone.

What?

My, my Alice, you dont sound happy. I guess you got my present. Beautiful flowers, arent they?

When Alice finally recovered enough to speak, What the fuck do you want from us?

Alice, I dont want anything from you. I just wanted the truth out there.

Well, its fucking out there, so I think youre job is done now.

I guess it is. Its a shame, I really thought our girl had more substance. But apparently she is just like everyone else, huh?

Alice felt the anger boiling inside of her. This stranger was destroying her world, taking the security of her life away. Most of all, she was taking liberties with Dana. Assuming she had a right to anything in Danas life, talking about her like she was a part of Danas life.

Our girl? Our girl? Are you fucking kidding me? Stay away from me, stay away from Dana. I swear, if you keep fucking with us, I will find you. And I dont hold any responsibility for what Ill do when that happens. Do you understand me?

Wow, Alice. Those are some strong words. Please, I dont like profanities. But I must say Im impressed. I wouldnt have expected you to still be defending her. It looks like youre the one with substance, not Dana.

Im not kidding. Stay the fuck away from us! Alice screamed into the phone as she slammed it down. It took about five seconds for her to start shaking. The anger and hurt were overwhelming. What a duality. To feel such hurt and betrayal from Dana while feeling such anger that someone is screwing with her and an overwhelming need to protect her. She couldnt believe that she wanted to protect Dana, but she did. Angry or hurt it didnt really matter, she still loved her. If she loved her, she would do anything to protect her.