As the laughter subsided, Carmen took a sip of her coffee, “So, anyway, what ARE you two doing here at this time on a Wednesday.”

“Well, we both have a day off and she,” Alice gestured across the table to Dana, “has some big surprise day planned.”

Shane smirked at Dana, “Niiice, Dana, I never knew you were such a romantic. So, what’s the plan?”

Dana opened her mouth, just about to start telling Shane all about the day she had spent the best part of last week planning, when she saw Alice sit up in her seat and realised the mistake she was about to make. “Like Alice said, it’s a surprise.”

Alice slumped back in her chair, “Aaah, come on Dana, the suspense is killing me.”

Dana smiled at her honey, “Shut up and eat your muffin.”

Shane looked over at Carmen and rolled her eyes. Jenny turned to Dana, “I think that’s really nice. I hope you both have a great day.”

“Thank you, Jenny.” Dana’s eyes flitted over to Alice, “I’m sure we will.” she turned back to Jenny and Carmen, “What’s the time, anyway?”

Carmen looked at her watch, “Nearly half past eleven.”

“Right” Dana stood up and moved around the table to Alice, who was just enjoying her second muffin. “Come on Al, time to go.” She reached down for Alice’s hand and pulled her out of her seat. “See you guys. Thanks for the muffins, Shane.” They both walked towards the door. Alice looked back at the table. “Yeah, thanks, we have to leave now, apparently, must be behind schedule. Bye.”

As the couple walked out the door, Shane couldn’t help but laugh, “Yeah, bye Al, bye Dane.” She turned back to Jenny and Carmen and rolled her eyes again. Jenny reached over and poked Shane in the arm, “Jealous”

Shane smiled and shook her head, “Yeah, right.” She stood up, “Anyone want anymore coffee? I need another espresso.” Without waiting for an answer she turned and walked toward the counter.

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Alice and Dana jumped back into the car. As Alice reached for her seatbelt, Dana reached across her and took something out of the glove compartment. She held it out to Alice.

“Put this on.”