What?? What? I thought. Well, you never said otherwise. And I just went off and kissed you like that. Then I freaked out. Im sorry.

I never said I didnt like it. You never really gave me much of a chance to have any sort of reaction!

Natalie smiled with a huge sign of relief.

By the way, you left you shirt at my place. Come by after work and that will give us an excuse to talk a little more. Said Alice with a smile.

Okay, I will come by after work. How about 5:30? asked Natalie

Great

Alice went through her day with a huge grin on her face. She couldnt get over Natalie and the thought of seeing her again tonight. Alice looked at her watch. 2:03pm. She was a little disappointed knowing that she still had three and a half hours til she would see Natalie again. All of a sudden

*RING* *RING*

Hello?

Hey Al! Its Tina!

Ohhey Tina?! Whats up?

Well, dont sound so disappointed to hear from me! Whats wrong?

Nothing. I was just deep in thought. You know working hard on this new story. Did you need something?

Well, Bette and I were wanting to know if you would join us to dinner tonight? We have some special to ask you.

Oh, Well I was supposed to meet Natalie after work. She doesnt know too many people here in LA.

Natalie? Is that whats gotten you all dazed lately? Im sure it would be okay with Bette if you brought her along. I dont mind. If that is okay with you…What do you say? Seven at Caf Balabans?

Okay, T! Ill see you guys at seven!

At 5:46pm

*KNOCK * *KNOCK *

Alice ran to the door, trying to catch her breath before she opened it. Hey!

Hey smiled Natalie Thanks for reminding me about my shirt. I never would have known.

Well, you want to come in or stand out in the hall? asked Alice

Natalie walked in. It was clear that she was a little uncomfortable.

Natalie, I know we agreed to talk more tonight. Im sorry, but my two best friends asked me out to dinner. It sounded a little important. They extended the invitation to you as well. Will you please come? asked Alice