Shanes finger explored Kates stomach, trailing down from the belly button, down, down, down. She crept below the covers attempting to prompt Kate awake.

Thats quite a good morning kiss, grinned Kate as her body started to convulse in response to whatever Shane was doing down there. She wandered what other little tricks would reveal themselves in time to come. The girl was amazing with her tongue and she thanked God to bless her with a girl who used to get around so much. Like she should talk.

Okay baby, my turn, said Kate as she rolled Shane over and proceeded to alternate from her finger digits to her tongue, teasing Shane, knowing instinctively Shane liked to play. She was right if it had anything to do with the groaning coming from the face buried in the pillow.

Two hours later, the girls lay on their backs, each smoking a post-***** cigarette, contemplating how good it was going to be having such incredible ***** with such an amazing person night after night, day after day. Theyd fallen for each other hard in the past few days and each toyed with all the possibilities of the relationship in their minds. All outcomes were positive.

Shane, we really do need to venture out of the bedroom sometime soon, apart form getting food or coffee.
We do? asked Shane, seemingly shocked.
We do. Long weekends basically over and I gotta work tomorrow.
So what are you saying? We have to get up before its even necessary?!
Yes, yes, thats what Im saying. However, until then, come have a shower with me. Shanes eyes lit up like a kid in a candyshop.
Kay!

At the Planet, the two girls strolled in hand – in – hand, each ordering an espresso and made their way over to the gang at the regular table. Alices eyes shot up and she spilled her glass of orange juice, Dana choked on her water and Tina just smiled, though still looking shocked.

Hey there, said Shane as a grin appeared on her face.
H-hi. Hi Shane. Kate Mitchell?! gasped Alice.
Hi, smiled Kate.
Kate, this is Alice, Dana and Tina, motioning to each of them in turn. Guys, this is –
Kate Mitchell they chorused.
Right. Yes. Kate Mitchell.
Hey its great to finally meet you all. Said Kate graciously. Um, I gotta go batroom, so, Ill be right back.
Kate Mitchell?! exclaimed Alice. What the *****, who, when did this happen? she stammered.
Couple days ago. I know. Its incredible. Shes the best. Gushed Shane. She tapped her spoon on the tabletop and began humming Hey Kate youre so fine youre so fine you blow my mind. Hey Kate
Oh. My. God. Hahahaha. I dont believe you. Laughed Alice.
I cant believe this whole situation. Ive never felt like this before. Not even with Cherie, she added when she saw Alices raised eyebrows. Ive got the feeling that what Im feeling right now, is incredibly rare. The real lucky people find what Ive found.
Awe. Shane thats great. Congratulations. Smiled Tina
Thanks sweetie, said Shane, beaming.
W-wait a minute. So what does it mean? asked Dana with furrowed brows.
It means, Im in love. It also means, this love grows by the minute and my heart hurts because I feel like its gonna burst. Shes the best. She beautiful and and smart and hilarious and full of kindness and humility and grace, and Ive never been so glad to be alive. Stated Shane.
Wow. Good for you honey, smiled Alice, somewhat skeptically, though Shane didnt notice. She was oblivious to the outside world.
So, what, now you do relationships? asked Dana.
Whats that supposed to mean? asked Shane, suddenly very aware of what was being said.
Well, nothing, just, what, now youre in an exclusive relationship?
Yes. I am. Look, I didnt really expect you guys to understand. I know it seems quick. But its not like I just met her. I used to know her alright? These past few days, weve, like, spoken about everything. I cant explain how it feels. There really are no words. So, just please accept it, you guys are my friends and I love you guys and I love Kate and shes gonna be spending heaps of time with us. I mean, if you dont want her to, I guess we wont but Id really like to share this experience of my life with you guys.
Well, what can we say to that? Sweetie, of course youre gonna hang out with us. Just give us a while to get used to the idea of Shane McCutcheon in love ok? requested Tine.
No problem. Beamed Shane. Kate rushed to the table from the bathroom.
Oh my God, Im late! Oh my god oh my god oh my god. Kate was frantic. Where are my car keys?!
Honey, youre car keys are here, Shane dangled them from her thumb and forefinger, and your watch is twenty minutes fast.
Itis? Oh youre an angel. Thankyou, Im losing my mind.
No worries. Do I get a congratulatory kiss? asked Shane with a wink.
Oh you do, you do. Said Kate as she kissed Shane quickly but sweetly. It was too early in the morning for her friends to have to see public displays of affection.

That night, at dinner, Kate studied Shane. She looked kind of lost in her own thoughts.
So, three guesses what your friends wouldve said this morning, started Kate.
Hm?
I said I can bet what your friends wouldve about us this morning. And, I was thinking, Shane what if everyones right? Do you reckon well pull through?
Sweetie, of course I do. I wouldnt be wastin my time if I thought otherwise. And, fair enough if others want to think whatever, but babe, if we start thinking like, negatively, well thats where I think we have a problem? I mean, if we dont think we can do this, what chance have we got? Are you having doubts about this? Us? queried Shane as her stomach tied itself in knots, dreading Kates answer.
No, of course I dont. It just made me think is all. Like, what are the odds of two gals like us making a relationship work?
The odds are in our favour. We will never ever find other people who understand us so well. Were like a mould, we just fit.
You are so, so right. And Im sorry I even brought it up. Said Kate apologetically.
Oh I think Ill let it slide, smiled Shane.
Well let me make it up to you, winked Kate and led the way to the bedroom and Shane just couldnt wipe the damned grin off her face, all worries gone.