Whats up Porter?

Nothing. Just wanted more wine. Bette smiled a wane smile.

You were never a good liar.

Bette glared at Alice. Do you think I really want to be here this week? She folded her arms across her chest.

Do you think you could just look beyond yourself for once and try to have a good time? This isnt exactly a walk in the park for me, trust me. And what about Tina? Think she likes having to look at you right across the room from her? Theres a lot of ***** in that room that never has been dealt with and Shane is a good woman. If she wants our support right now, we should be falling all over ourselves to help her in any crazy way she wants.

Bette sighed and put her head in her hands. I will try, Alice.

Maybe if you kept in touch a little better over the years things wouldnt be so horrible.

I was busy.

I know. I think those are the words I remember hearing the most from you.

I always missed you. Bette looked at Alice.

Did you? It didnt seem like it. I think Tina saw you more over the years than I did… or should I say she saw more of you? You dont have so many secrets, Bette, despite your miles away and worlds apart.

Alice patted her on the shoulder as she plastered a smile on her face and walked back into the living room leaving a speechless and confused Bette behind. As Alice sat down Tina shot her a questioning glance and Alice simply shook her head.

So… what is the plan this week? Dana asked Shane while Bette snuck back into her chair.

Were going to make a book for my kid about me and you guys. I want the little one to know what friendships look like and how to live life.

Bette let out an exasperated breath and chuckled. And were all supposed to be role models for a child?

Well, well, well… Bette finally speaks. Alice commented.

Look, Im just saying our lives dont really reflect something perfect.

Our lives or your life? Tina asked raising an eyebrow finally approaching Bette.

Staring directly at Tina, Bette replied, Our lives.

Guys, guys… listen. Nobody is perfect. Thats the point. We had a good thing. It ended badly but I learned so much from you guys.

We learned from each other. Dana said, looking around.

Tina looked away and stared out the window and Bette stared at the floor. Shane shook her head. Cant we all put away our pride and just listen to each other, for once in six years, cant we actually hear each other?

Bette stood and put her hands on her hips. This was a mistake. She went to the door and grabbed her bags. Im leaving.

Ive heard that one before. Tina muttered under her breath. Bettes head snapped around, shooting Tina a stabbing look.

What did you say?

Tina turned around and rolled her eyes. I said Ive heard that one before… too many times.

So have I. Bettes simple words rang through Tinas head and pierced her directly in the heart. She gasped.

Bette, you leave now and youre a weaker woman than I thought. Thats not a revolving door. Shane said.

Bette had her hand on the door ***** and hesitated, looking at Shane and she saw a determination in her eyes she recognized. It was something not to take lightly. She shifted her gaze from woman to woman, debating whether to let her heart win or her rationale.