Alice stared Helena without any word, then invited Helena to a forceful hug. “Thank you, Helena… for understanding me. Can you please stay with me until I sleep? I mean, if you don’t mind…” Helena gave her a big smile. “Of course, darling. You know you don’t have to add ‘if you don’t mind.’ Actually, I can’t see anything I want to do more than that right now.” Helena wiggled her eyebrow. “Oh, tell you what? You’re so sweet and SO gay. I love you for that though. But no funny business, Peabody.” They both chuckled and fell into peaceful sleep before long.

Next morning…

It was almost noon when Alice finally woke up. Rubbing her eyes, she saw someone lying next to her and two bottles of beer… and it was all it took for Alice to “figure” what had happened: “Oh my god, did I fuck this woman?” Alice shrieked and jumped up from her bed and caused “someone” to woke up with an unpleasant grumble. “Alice! what the fuck??!” Seeing Helena’s pissed expression on her face, suddenly the memories of the last night hit her. “Helena?!?” Her face got stiffened. “Yeah that’s right. Now I need some explanations ma’am? Is this American ways to wake someone up?” The blonde’s face expressed perplexity. “H, Helena, I’m sorry… I thought that you’re a…” As the blonde stammered, Helena started to laugh her head off. “Alice, darling, it’s okay. I was just joking. But one thing… you thought I am what?” Helena asked as she wiped her tears from laughing. “Fuck you.”

They got off the bed few minutes later. Alice took a quick shower and Helena made some rye toasts and two cups of tea for their brunch. “Seriously Helena, I miss my coffee so much!” Alice grumbled as she saw her tea. “Being adult, Alice. I bet it’s healthier than your coffee.” Helena scolded gently. “Yes, mom. Jeez, I’m starting to think you’re a real mom.” Helena chuckled. “Because I am, Alice. Really, did you forget it?” Suddenly Wilson and Jun Ying hit her head. “Fuck, right! Jesus, you’re a real mom! Wow, I forgot that. Umm… Helena, Can I ask you something?… Pretty please?” Helena chuckled again. “Well, since you say “pretty please.” What is it, darling?” Alice hesitated. “Actually… umm… Helena, I kissed a woman last night.”

Alice was little shocked when Helena gave her a I-Fucking-Knew-That smile. “And who’s that lucky woman? Anyone I know?” Alice hesitated again, but decided to spill it. “Well, she’s lessor. And actually you know her and guess she knows you too. And I know that you like her, but I’m not sure if you’ve ever seen her… I mean, in person.” Helena looked at her curiously. “But whatever, it’s over. I blew it. I mean, we kissed but I broke it because I wasn’t sure if I’m gay or not. Fucking ridiculous, isn’t it?” Alice made a melancholy smile. “Aww… darling, I’m sorry… I shoulda noticed.” Helena gave her a hug. “Helana… I think I like that woman… but she’ll hate me.” Helena pulled back to meet Alice’s eyes. “She won’t hate you, darling. I’m sure she’ll understand. And if she doesn’t, she’s not worthy to be with you. Alice, if she’s what you want, then go for it.” Helena smiled warmly. “Thanks, Helena… I don’t know how could I live without you… You’re such a good friend.” They stayed like that for few minutes.

Finally Alice broke the silence. “Helena, Can I ask you one more thing?” Alice said with a playful smile. “Gee, you have so many questionos, darling. What is it?” Helena chuckled as she thought Alice looks like a five years-old girl. “When did you become a Yoda? It seems like you know everything I wanna know.” Both girls started to laughing. “You know I always knew everything you want, darling. And as much as I’d like to stay with you, I should go to work. It’s almost 3.30.” Helena chuckled and Alice suddenly jumped up. “Fuck, I’m sorry! I shouldn’t have keep you this long. Go your work. I’ll pack up my things. Bye, Helena!” Alice gave her a big hug again and went back to her room.