“So I take it you got them to trust you enough to terrorize this coast?”

“They are giving me everything I asked for. The facility is going to be exactly like the one we have in L.A. and so much more!” she exclaimed as she jumped into Bette’s arms hugging her tight. She wrapped her arms Bette’s neck and buried her herself in her hair, she released so much hugging her so tight. Her entire plan depended on this business venture and now that it seemed as though everything was going right she felt relief drain right through her.

“Bette I needed this so much you have no idea. Oh my god, I can’t believe it. Jack of Hearts is going to be national, I can’t believe it.” Tina said hanging onto Bette’s hand for stability and comfort.

“You still want to dance?” Bette said tilting her head down a bit to capture Tina’s glazed over eyes.

“No, I just… I want you to take me home, please.” she said with eyes confident and settled. It was already late and the club wasn’t as packed as it was before but the people were still dancing strong. So they called a cab and rode silently back to the loft, Tina with her head resting on Bette’s shoulder and Bette with her arm comfortably around her.

The lift doors closed and Tina jumped at their abrupt sound and Bette pulled the trigger sending the lift into ascension. Through the shadows and strips of flickering streetlight Bette could see and feel Tina’s eyes all over her. She stood leaning against the wall away from Tina not wanting to interrupt the obvious internal battle she was having with herself, so she just closed her eyes still feeling the effects of the alcohol. Still there was no need for words, even if there was; she wouldn’t know what to say at this moment. Tina felt elated and relieved, while Bette was still wondering where everything was going from there. As much as she tried not to think about the future, she couldn’t help but to think about where she stood in Tina’s life. How would this great business opportunity affect their friendship? Could there be anything more than what it is now, a few stolen kisses, and not so subtle glances.