Shane: Who’s idea was that?

Everyone: Alice.

Alice looked around innocently.

Alice: What? Totally Carmen’s idea.

They all laughed. The waiters had pulled out a table for all of them to sit at.

Tina: Carmen told us about it and we all wanted to help.

Bette: We never wanted to scare you. I actually suggested a classy and romantic style of asking. But no, they discarded my idea like they never heard it.

Shane: Thanks Bette.

Shane hadn’t let go of Carmen ever since after she agreed. Now Carmen was happily situated on Shane’s lap, with her arm wrapped around her fiancé’s neck. Carmen gave Shane a peck on the cheek.

Carmen: But you still love me right?

Shane put on a serious face and furrowed her brow.

Shane: Now that I think about it-

Carmen hit Shane playfully and tried to slide off her lap. Shane held tight laughing.

Shane: I’m joking Carm. I love you even more.

Carmen stopped squirming around.

Carmen: I still need to get you your present because I’m worried about you having a bachelorette party so I hope this gift tops that one.

Shane: Gift?  You’ve already given me a ring; I haven’t gotten you anything yet.

Tina: Well we sort of just picked out a pair. And took the money out of your paycheck.

Shane: I see. Well then, I’ll note that in my next bill then.

Everyone laughed and Shane released Carmen from her grasp. Alice, Kit and Dana also went with her.

Shane: Where are all you guys going?

Kit: To help.

Shane looked at Bette with a raised eyebrow.

Bette: Don’t look at me. They kept me out of this part. They said I’d be too kind and tell you about it.

Shane: And Dana wouldn’t?

Bette: They included her because she was in special ops. She keeps secret missions like this one.

Shane nodded in realization.

Shane: I hope it’s not something I get so shocked about that I have a heart attack.

Bette: I must say you’re aim is really good. You nearly shot Dana in the head. I wouldn’t have been able to see much in the dark.