“So, what’s the little girls name?” Alice asked.

            “Trust me she’s not little, and it’s Shane.” Bette saw a flicker of something dance across Tina’s face but decided not to comment on it. Alice smiled and shrugged.

            “Well whatever floats your boat.”

Bette sat and conversed with the two women for a while longer before heading to the office. She walked in and Lynn looked almost surprised to see her.

            “Hey boss.”

            “I’m just here to get a few files then I’m heading back home.” Lynn smiled and nodded then handed Bette her bundle of loose paper. Bette and Lynn shared small talk then Bette headed out. She drove around L.A. for a good few hours before she found herself not knowing what to do. She went home and began to clean previously spotless things in the house and waited for the 3 o’clock to roll up on the clock. Soon enough it did and she was on her way to pick up Shane. She pulled up in front of the school and waited. Shane slowly emerged talking to a girl who seemed a little nervous and jumpy. She hugged the nervous brunette and motioned to Bette and they both walked down to Bette’s car. Bette rolled down the passenger seat window and Shane’s head emerged in the frame.

            “Hey B, Dana’s parents are out of town till Monday on this charity gig type thing. She doesn’t really want to stay home alone would she be able to stay with us?” Shane asked as she looked from Bette to Dana who smiled nervously.

            “Sure as long as her parents know where she is.” Bette smiled softly at the fidgeting brunette.

            “I already called and told them that I’d be staying with a friend. Not that they’d care much.” Dana added quietly. Shane opened the back door for Dana who smiled at the gesture. After Shane got in the car they began to drive back to Bette’s place.

            “Dana Fairbanks, meet Bette Porter. My mom.” Shane added after slight hesitation.

            “It’s nice to meet you Dana.” Bette stated softly. Dana smiled warmly and nodded.

            “Likewise Miss. Porter.” Dana didn’t ask any questions about how Bette could possibly be Shane’s mother given the obvious differences between the two females. She just accepted it. As the ride drew on Bette watched as Dana become more comfortable and relaxed. She started talking more and let her dry humor precede her. Bette was quite happy that Shane had a friend like Dana. She seemed like a straight ace sort of girl.