“That’s awesome Dane!” Shane gets up to hug her too.

“Congratulations Dana.” Harper adds.

“My girlfriend is like all famous and shit.” Alice says smiling.

Bette hugs Dana, “Such wonderful news Dana. I’m so happy for you.”

“Yeah, it’s really exciting.” Dana says. “I want you all to come to the dinner. It wouldn’t be the same without you guys. If it weren’t for you all I may never of had this chance.” Dana smiles at everyone knowing that without their support she may never have come out.

“It’s a black tie event.” Alice says looking at Shane.

“What? I own a black tie.” Shane says giving her a look and a smile. She leans into Harper and whispers very loudly, “Does that mean I can’t wear sneakers?”

Alice promptly throws a pillow at Shane for being a smart ass.

***

The big night arrives and the girls are all dressed to the nine’s for the HRC banquet. Due to a last minute change in plans Harper has to meet Shane, Jenny and Carmen at their place. Shane is floored when her stunning girlfriend appears at her door in a cocktail dress. She is rendered speechless. Eyes wide. Mouth open. Her expression saying so much without words.

The black dress looks like it was made for Harper. The neckline cuts low enough to entice the viewer with just the right amount of cleavage. The silhouette hugs her body. The plunging low cut back shows off her well toned muscles. And her legs seem to go on for days, especially with the heels she’s wearing.

“Hi.” Harper says hoping to jolt Shane back into the room.

Shane’s mouth fails her and all she can do is blink her eyes as they continue to scan Harper’s body. After a minute or so, in more of an exhale then a whisper, one word is uttered. “Fuck.”

Jenny walks by the front door and sees Harper, stopping dead in her tracks. “Holy shit! I almost didn’t recognize you Harper. You look amazing!”

“Thanks Jen. So do you.” Harper says.

With a curtsey, “Thank you.” And then she’s gone.

“You are breathtaking… my God… I… I’m… speechless.” Shane gently holds Harper’s hands as if she were suddenly breakable.