“How about you Carmen?” A laugh was heard from the hallway, and with
small attempt to hold it in, there was laughter from the bedroom as
well.

“Nooooo, I don’t need anything either Jenny.” Carmen replied jokingly.
Jenny was heard leaving the house. The both of them sat up in bed,
sheets covering their waists down. Carmen sighed combing her fingers
through her hair. Shane knew she was thinking of what to do next.
 ”Come here.” Shane offered a hug and Carmen was more than happy
to accept. She placed a soft kiss on her forehead and Carmen felt like
everything would eventually work out. She was so happy but felt the
weight on the world on her shoulders. She was grateful Shane was by her
side. She’d repay Shane back as soon as she worked things out at home.
She forgot about the fact that she was waiting for three simple words
that would make her feel like this was all worth it.
 ”I better get my stuff together and head home.” She got up and began getting her things together.

“Will I see you tonight?” Carmen stopped and walked over to the bed where Shane still lay. She stole a small kiss.

“Yah, Yah you will.” She exited the room and took one last look at
Shane still smiling. Shane took both of her hands and placed them on
the back of her head. Suddenly, the door opened and Carmen came in
again. She peered around the room.

“I forgot my keys.” Shane looked down at the night stand where they lay
but made no move to get them. Carmen quickly walked towards them,
grabbed at them, and turned. But she was pulled back. Shane had grabbed
her arm and pulled her back on the bed. She couldn’t help it and began
kissing Shane again. Carmen lay back facing Shane’s front looking up
taking a quick glimpse into Shane’s eyes.
“Carmen.” Shane placed a soft kiss on her lips still not letting go from Carmen’s struggle.
“Yah?” She broke the kiss as Carmen stopped trying to get away from her grip and looked at Carmen hole heartedly.
 ”I love you.” Carmen let out a small laugh, kissed Shane, grabbed her keys, and made her way to the door.
And before shutting them, she looked at the woman she loved waiting in bed for a comment.
 ”I love you too.”