Like my father could be sometimes, Bette said softly. Especially with Kit. She watched as Ivan gently brushed a lock of hair from Kits cheek. He glanced Bettes way and hesitantly smiled. Taking a deep breath, she smiled back warmly. Ill try to accept it. Hed just better not hurt her, though.

Dana smiled. I dont think you have to worry about that. Look how happy Kit looks.

They were silent a moment, the only sound were Lucys gentle snores. Alice leaned back and sighed loudly, breaking the quiet. Damn, is it ever boring around here!

Everyone stared at her. Boring? Tina finally asked.

Where have you been lately? Its been anything but, Bette pointed out.

Alice impatiently pushed her hair out of her face and leaned forward. Its boring now! I have nothing to do: no schemes to plan or matchmaking to set up. She glanced over at Lara suddenly, a sudden gleam in her eye. Hey, wait a minute. Youre single, arent you, Lara?

Lara suddenly looked almost afraid. Yes, she admonished slowly.

Got your eye on anyone? Alice asked eagerly as Dana, Bette, and Tina collectively groaned.

Well, Lara began thoughtfully. There is this nurse who works at the cancer clinic…

Is she *****? Alice questioned excitedly. Lara shrugged. Awesome! Alice shouted. Its time for Operation Gaydar, Part Two!

Operation Gaydar? Lara said curiously. Dana blushed, while Tina began giggling and Bette coughed discreetly.

Dane never told you? Bette asked.

Told me what? asked Lara.

Tina started laughing. Oh, youre going to get a kick out of this.

I just never got around to tell it before, okay, Dana protested, fidgeting with her necklace. Well, um, before we, uh, you know, Dana began, stammering.

Alice laid a hand over her mouth. Wait, let me tell it. I make it sound so much better.

Dana glared at her, but looked slightly relieved, as she bared her teeth playfully. Alice rolled her eyes and made a clawing motion at her. Anyway, as I was about to say, back before you two dated, Dana was totally hot for you but couldnt figure out if you were ***** or not. Her gaydars busted, Alice informed Lara, as Dana hid her face with a groan. So, like I said, she wanted you but was scared to do anything about it. Shane, Bette, Tina, and I decided to give her a hand. Shane tried hitting on you to get your reaction, but you didnt respond. Then Bette and Tina made out to see if youd pay attention, but you didnt show much interest. So, we decided you were straight. But then you kissed Dana in the locker room and proved our theory wrong. And that was Operation Gaydar.