Tina hung up the phone and noticed the red light blinking on the answering machine. She played the messages and busied herself in the kitchen, digging out some pots and pans, heating up the stove.

Tina, its Julie. Just wanted to let you know Im bringing a guest to the wedding so change my rsvp to two instead of one. And yes, its Matt. I took your advice and decided to bring him. Anyway, call me and well chat more.

Tina smiled and dropped some tofu into a pan, adding spices while adding some noodles to boiling water.

Hi, Tina its Alice. Look, Dana and I are shopping tomorrow for outfits for the wedding. Thought you might want to come along. And it would be nice to catch up. I feel like I havent seen you in weeks… oh wait, I havent. Call me so we can hang out before the big day. By the way, hows your ***** life been lately?

Rolling her eyes, Tina waited for the next message.

Hey, T, its me. Look, I have to work late tonight and I cant come over until really late. Would you call me when you get this? God, I just want to curl up with you and a glass of wine. Can we do that? Oh, and wear the frumpiest thing you can find because with that wine, I really would love to slowly peel all of your clothes off and lick every square inch of your body. Love you, call me.

Tina shuddered as chills ran up her spine after listening to Bettes ***** voice utter such honesty and desire.

Hello, um… this message is for Ms. Porter. I believe this is the number you gave me. If not, please disregard. This is Libby Walker. Im calling in regard to your mortgage request information. Your credit report is in my hands as well. Everything appears to be in good standing, excellent actually. Please give me a call back at the office or on my cell phone listed on my business card so we can set up a time to go over numbers and if there is a house you have your eye on. Thanks.