Bette creases her brows. “Meaning what?”

Tina rolls her eyes, leaning in to kiss her again. “I love you.”

Bette smiles, but the confusion is still there, faintly etched across her face as she watches Tina like she’s just missed something important….

***

The Planet….

Later that night, the gang is enjoying drinks, the low hum of the live band blending with laughter and conversation. It’s supposed to be a relaxed night, intended for everyone to welcome Alice’s new girlfriend to the mix, but that’s hard to achieve when Alice and Tasha are acting like they’re in their own private world.

They lean in close, whispering, laughing, completely locked in on each other.

Dana rolls her eyes. “Ya know, I could’ve sworn you called this little gathering so we could get to know your new lova’, Al…” She looks at Tasha and nods toward Alice. “Direct quote.”

Tasha laughs softly, her hand brushing along Alice’s arm. “I don’t doubt it…” she murmurs, before leaning in and pressing a quick kiss to Alice’s lips, which quickly turns into something much less quick.

Carmen smiles and looks away. “Well… we’ve lost them for another ten minutes or so…”

Tina chuckles, lifting her martini. “How’s wedding planning going, you guys?” she asks, turning to Shane and Carmen.

Shane drapes her arm over the back of Carmen’s chair, pulling her closer. “Pretty good. Carmen’s family’s been a huge help.”

Carmen leans into her, smiling. “Yeah… we’re flying up next weekend to tie up a few loose ends at the venue. Menu, flowers, cake…” She exhales. “It’s a lot.”

Bette nods knowingly. “It always feels overwhelming. That’s why you have maids of honor.”

Alice pulls away from Tasha just enough to jump in. “And co–maids of honor,” she adds proudly, pointing to herself as she looks at Tasha. “Did I mention I’m basically like head maid of honor…. Like, in charge of the entire wedding?”

Carmen smirks. “Those are lies you’re telling, Alice.”

Tasha laughs, brushing her thumb across Alice’s cheek. “That’s amazing, baby…”

Dana looks over and sees Lara walking towards the kitchen. She pushes her chair back and grabs her beer. “Be right back.”