“Thanks, Lara.” There was an awkward silence between the two for a minute. “So you and Alice, huh?” Dana kinda smirked. “Not yet, but give me a few days.” Lara’s gaze shifted from Dana’s eyes to the sidewalk between them. Dana realized what she said was wrong, and tried to fix it. “Look. Lara, you’re an amazing girl.” Dana took a deep breath.

“You’re cute, smart, funny, witty, everything that anyone could ever ask for. But it’s not fair to either of us, when it won’t work.” Lara put her hand on Dana’s arm. “Why won’t it work Dana. I love you, and I miss you. I’d love to give it another shot with you. I’ll change, it’ll be better.”

“Lara, you don’t need to change anything. I’m in love with Alice. It wouldn’t be fair to any of us if I stayed with you. I’m sorry.” Dana was quick to extract her tan arm from Lara’s hand. “Well, when she fucks you over, you know where to find me.” This statement pissed Dana off.

“Who are you to say she’ll fuck me over? You don’t even fucking know her, Lara. You’re just fucking jealous that YOU aren’t the one in my bathtub right now. So if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got a fucking sexy as hell blonde naked in my bathtub.”

Dana walked away quickly, anxious to get back to Alice. Once inside the condo Dana took a deep breath as she heard the low roar of the Jeep leaving. She took off her tank top, leaving her in her sports bra, and made big strides towards the bathroom. When she got to the bathroom the sight overtook her.

Alice’s body was covered with water and bubbles, and her eyes were closed. Dana slipped silently out of her boxers and stood there waiting for Alice to open her eyes.

Alice startled Dana when she spoke with her eyes still closed. “I know you’re gawking. Strip your hot ass and get the fuck in.” Dana did as she was told and slipped into the scolding hot water. “Holy fuck, Al. Jesus, this water is fucking ridiculous.” Dana’s body quickly adjusted to the hot water, and she slid in next to Alice.

Alice reached under the water for Dana’s hand and laced their fingers together. Dana scooted to Alice, and pulled the blonde into her arms. Alice sat with her feet on Dana’s hips and her hands on Dana’s chiseled arms. “Dane, to tell you the truth she kinda killed the mood.” Dana nodded a little. “Yeah, but this bath is amazing.”

Dana held onto Alice, as both of them closed their eyes and sat in the tub for a while. Alice tried to suppress a yawn, but the fact that Dana’s arms were so tight on her body, the yawn didn’t go unnoticed. “Come on, Al. Let’s go to bed.” Alice shook her head. “I’m comfortable, though.” Dana giggled. “The water is gonna get cold, and you’re about to pass out. Come on.” Dana stood up in the water, but Alice wasn’t budging.

Dana scooped Alice up in her arms baby-style. She was careful stepping out of the tub, so she wouldn’t fall with Alice in her arms. Dana kicked the bottom of the towel closet door open and Alice reached onto the shelves and grabbed a few towels, and Dana continued her quest for the bed.

“I’m not getting dressed.” Alice’s comment was blunt and blindsiding. “That’s fine with me.” Dana dropped her towel and scurried under the covers. Once comfortable, she lifted up the covers, inviting Al to join her. Alice scooted in the covers and cuddled up to Dana. They wrapped themselves in each others arms, and soon a peaceful sleep.