Alice was working on her computer when she felt Dana tiptoeing behind her.

Hey, you should be sleeping She said not turning to look at her.

Why arent you in bed? Dana asked, placing her hand on Alices shoulder.

What are you working on? She added, leaning on the computer, trying to read what Alice was writing.

Nothing, was trying to find something on the internet Alice said, turning, trying to hide with her body the screen. Noticing the sleepy look on Danas face she smiled, unable to hide the lusty look on her eyes.

Its been a long time since we have been up this late she said, caressing Danas bare leg.

Dana giggled at Alicewords. Feeling her hand on her leg was weakening her knees, making impossible for her to stop smiling.

Loving the goofy smile on Danas face Alice said, pretending to yawn,

“We should get some sleep

Alices words erase the smile from Danas face. Seeing Alice walking towards the bedroom, not looking back for her.

but first maybe we should make this night memorable Alice added in a whispered, loud enough to put fire on Danas cheeks, drawing the mischevious smile back on her face.


***

The knock on the door awoke Shane more than the whispered words.

Shane, Shane!

In a blink Shane was on her feet, rushing to the door. At the other side she found a very pale, trembling Tina holding her belly.

My water just broke were her only words.

Shane seeing the fear in Tinas eyes nodded, smiling.

Everything is fine Tee, let me put my pants on and I will drive you to the hospital.

Shane calmed words relaxed Tina a little till another contraction appeared.

Aghhh she whispered.

“What? Asked a worried Shane, walking towards Tina, her boots half on.

Nodding, unable to talk, scared to death Tina shook her head. Shane saw tiny tears camping in her eyes. Putting her arm around Tina, Shane said, tenderly;

Its gonna be ok Tee, dont orry ok, am here and we will be there in a minute

Nodding, feeling the tears rolling down Tina mumbled,

Bette…

We will call her, dont worry ok Shane was opening the door of the car while the rain was wetting them. Helping Tina she said,

Wait here, I will get my celland the babies bag, where is it?

In our room, in the closet Tina answered, smirking.

Very funy Tee, very funny Shane mumbled, running back into the house, dialing Alices cell.

***

Alice was getting lost in Danas flat stomach, leaving a kissed path behind her, loving each tiny curve, her bony hips, her soft skin.Dana with her hands in Alices head was loving the tease, how Alice was kissing her, how her hand was caressing her nipples. But then, as Alice was playfully sucking one of Danas favourite spots they heard the Mission Impossible theme interrupting them.

“*****! Alice breathed, looking up at a bothered Dana.

“*****, ***** she added as the music was getting louder.

“You have to take it Dana mumbled, hating every word.

“I know Alice fumbled, already walking back to her desk

“Yeah she answered, not in her best mood.

We have the biggest pink panther

Shane words erased the angriness from her body as all her muscles tensed.

Tina is in labour Shane added from the closet, looking for the bag under all of Bettes purses.

“We will see you at the hospital, I will call Bettegive her a kiss ok Alice added, not sure why her stomach was suddenly spinning.

Dana, noticing that it was taking longer than expected, called Alice from the bed but not getting any response she jumped off and walking towards her , yelled,

You getting busy with someone else? the teasing tone disspeared from her face the moment she saw the pale look on Alices face and how she was leaning on the table.

Are you ok Al?” Dana asked, rushing to her side.

Bette is not answering her phone Alice mumbled, stil feeling dizzy.

What? Why you calling her? Asked Dana, confused.

Tina is in labour, we have to go Alice said getting up.

Dana opened her mouth, unable to find the words but seeing Alice losing her balance she took her arm.

Are you ok Al?

Yeah (Alice nodded, feeling her head spinning, her mouth dry) we have to go

Ok, Ill drive Dana said, nodding, carrying Alice to the door.

Dane..Dane Alice mumbled.

What? Dana asked, stopping her pace, looking at Alice.

Maybe we should put some clothes on Alice whispered, smiling.

Dana, looking down at her and then at Alice nodded, feeling her cheecks turn red.

Right, you rightlet me help you

***

Shane was breathing heavily, leading Tina with her exercises, trying to help her relaxing.

The road was a mess, it was impossible to go faster as the heavy rain was blocking the view.

“*****!” Shane mumbled, realizing the closed road.

What? asked Tina, opening her eyes, looking at her friend.

The road is close, we have to take another Shane said, trying to sound as calm as possible.

Tina nodded, feeling tears in her eyes again, shaking like a leaf, trying to control her lost emotions.

Is ok Tee, is just gonna take a few more minutes, your contractions are way apart everything will be fine

Shane expertness made Tina to look at her friend, amazed. Shane, feeling Tinas stare on her, shyly smiled, saying,

Ive been reading some books

Tina felt a small smile growing on her face. Placing her hand on Shanes she felt her cell vibrating.

Ill take it she said. Not wanting Shane to lose control of the car.

We are on our way Danas voice was in total control hows Tina doing? she added, looking at a very pale Alice seated at her side, grabbing her stomach, sick.

Am ok Danethe road is close cause of the rain, we will get there in a few more minutes Tinas calmed voice surprised Shane, showing her how much she didnt like being a burden.

Ok, we will see you there she finished, hanging up the cell.

They called Bette, but she had her cell off Tina mumbled, showing her real disappointment to Shane.

Give me the cell Tee Shane commanded, putting the cell on hands free, dialing.

Yeah? A sleepy voice answered.

Gret, is me

Shane? Greta said, confused.

Yeah, look, Tina is in labour, we are on our way to the hospital, could you call Helen and ask her to find Bette,Tina needs her Shane words made Tina to smile again, her confidence calming her.

“Surehey Teegood luckeverything will be fine Greta said, hanging up afterwards, not giving Tina time to add anything.

How did she know? She asked Shane.

Shed hear you breathing Tee answered Shane, smiling.

Oh ok said Tina, grabbing her belly again.

***
Dana was carefully driving, not letting the rain or Alices look to get her mind off the road. Taking a quick look at Alice she smiled, nodding.

Why you smiling? Alice asked, sweating from the pain.

Youre so cute… Answered Dana.

Cute? Am not cute, Ive never been cute, am *****, witty, a smart ***** even but cute? said Alice, sitting still, trying not to look so in pain.

Yeah, right, I know but right now you are cute nodded Dana, smiling at the road.

Why? Said Alice, sighing, grabbing her stomach, feeling dizzy again.

“Because you having just friendly pain, just because Tina is in labour…is so cute

Smiling, Dana sighed, thinking about Tina and the babies. Cocking an eyebrow, trying to forget about the pain Alice dialed her cell again, trying to reach Bette. The line said it was off. Feeling frustrated Alice trew the cell to the back of Danas car.

“Call ***** Dana nonchalantly said.

What? Asked Alice.

*****, Helen, am sure shed reach Bette she added taking a turn, finally speeding the car.

Right, rightgod Dane, you are a genius Alice said, turning to get her cell.

Ahhhgggg she screamed, unable to move, the pain growing each minute.

Too cute Dana said, nodding, offering her cell take mine.

***

Grabing her belly Tina felt her trembling, she was sweating and feeling cold, scare to death and wishing for Bette to be there. Didnt know why but as much as Shane was calming her she felt something was wrong. She could feel it in her guts. Not wanting to believe it she shook her head, making Shane to look at her.

“You ok Tee?” Asked Shane, worried at Tinas look.

Yeah Tina lied, closing her eyes, leaning on the window oh, I have to call Dr Wilson she said, sobbing.

I already did Tee, she is waiting for us, cmon, breath with me, is gonna be ok Shane said, placing her hand on Tinas belly, grabbing her hands.

***

Back in England Bette was enjoying a perfect time with Lady Gerendish when Alfred interrupted them.

“Milady, there is an important phone call for you he said, not looking at Bette.

Lady Gerendish, cocking an eyebrow looked at Alfred for a few seconds, knowing that for him to interrupt her only meant there was indeed an important call.

“Will you excuse me a minute dear she sai to Bette, already walking to the other room.

“Of course said Bette, unaware of Lady Gerendish anguish, smiling at Alfred.

Realizing she was alone in the beautiful room Bette took her time to walk around. She moved closer to the window to take a better view of the beautiful gardens. Leaning on the window she saw the little girl running around, playing with the dogs.
It surprised Bette to notice she was smiling at the image, but then, nodding she thought that meeting the beautiful little girl only brought some anxiousness to her, thinking about Tinas pregnacy and how soon they were going to be a family. She smiled, watching the blonde girl running around, thinking about Tina and the kids. Noticing how cute and beautiful the little girl was she imagined their girl to look like her but then, shaking her head, giggling to herself she realized that if their girl looked like her mother she was going to be as beautiful or even more than Lady Gerendish great granddaughter.

Loving the idea, imagining Jamie, Bette heard Lady Gerendish walking back. Noticing the change on her face, the serious look, Bette felt unease.

Lady Gerendish walked closer and taking Bette hands in hers said, with the warmest tone in her voice,said,

“Honey, I just got a call from my grandaughter. Your partner is in labour, she needs you there

“What? Thats imposible, she isnt due till next month Bette said, shaking her head, feeling the blood leaving her body.

“I know, but sometimes this happens. Lady Gerendish was caressing Bettes hand, leading her to a chair, trying to calm her.

“Dont worry. ***** has a plan. The old ladys voice was sweet as chocolate, caressing Bettes trembling body. A hundred awful ideas were camping in her mind and she was unable to think of a way to get back to Tina.

What? Bette asked, having no idea what the old lady just said.

Dear (Lady Gerendish said, taking Bettes hand, leading her through the hall) there is a plane waiting for you at a near town. Alfred will drive you there, he is waiting downstairs

What? Bette asked again, confused, unable to understand the womans words. A plane? Waiting?

“Richard, ***** friend is lending us his plane” Noticing the amazed look on Bettes face Lady Gerendish sweetly smiled. Nodding, she added,

“Dont worry dear, you will be with her in no time

Bette nodded, feeling tears in her eyes.

Can I ask you a favour? Lady Gerendish said, walking towards the front door.

“Of course Bette said, stopping her pace, looking at her in the eyes.

“Coul you take Tina to her mother the old Lady shyly asked.

What? asked Bette for the third time, even more confused.

Tina, my greatgrandaughter (she said, pointing outside as the door has been opened by Alfred, letting Bette see the little girl playing with the dogs close to the car). Her mother was supposed to get her on this trip but as you know she had to stay in LA but now that you are going back I thought it could save her a flight if Tina goes with you

Tina? Your greatgrandaughers name is Tina? Bette asked, forgetting for a second about Tinas labour.

Yes dear, why? Didnt she introduce herself? the old lady asked, waving at the girl who was running towards them.

No she didnt mumbled Bette looking at the girl.

Watching the girl smiling at them a wild idea hit her mind. It couldnt be, it was not possible but even so, it was there, on the little girls adorable face. It was Tinas smile, her Tinas smile on the little Tina in front of her. How was that possible? Was she losing her mind?… the blonde hair, the smile..it was all there, like a ghost, like a vision from the past.

Bette felt unease, her head spinning, her mouth getting dry. Lady Gerendish noticing Bette getting paler took her arm, sweetly.

“Dear, get in the car, Alfred will drive you both to the plane. You will find everything you might need there

Nodding, speechless Bette tried to smile at the old lady but then a small tiny hand grabbed on of hers, tighting it hard.

Do you know my mom? Little Tina asked, her eyes full of joy, anxiety and fear as Lady Gerendish was giving Alfred instructions.

Yes I do Bette managed to mumbled, feeling overwhelm by the little girls look.

Gran said I have to behave, we are using uncle Richards planehe is very fuuny Tina said, letting a shy smile grow on her face.

Nodding, not knowing what to say, trying to smile, Bette watched as the little girl hugged her Gran tight, showing her age, not sure she wanted to leave the secure house of hers.
Once Tina was in the car Lady Gerendish taking Bettes hand smiled.

Dont worry dear, am sure everything will be ok. Thank you for letting Tina go with youshe will keep you entertain, she is great at that she said. Not knowing how true her words were.

Thank you very much Lady Gerendish for everything Bette said, unable to find the words she wanted to say, feeling very tired all of a sudden, dying with anticipation, wanting to be with Tina. Her Tina.