Bette and Jenny had talked about the party for a whole twenty minutes before they had decided to create a party of their own. They were in Bettes bedroom, both naked and ready to make love. Bette sucked feverishly on Jennys ear. She eased her fingers into her, thrusting in and out. Jenny let out a moan of pleasure. Bette she rose, her body moving to the rhythm of Bettes motions. Just a little to the left – yes! Jenny felt it, strong and pulsing. She grabbed Bettes buttocks, tight. Oh, God. Bette kissed her inside of each thigh, caressing her stomach with both hands. Jenny leaned down to kiss her on the head. They lay in the bed, both still as the mountains. Jenny began to close her eyes, until a noise startled her. It was her cell phone. She quickly answered, thinking it might be Shane with bad news. She couldnt shake this feeling, since she had left the house this morning, that Case would be in danger, somehow.

Hello? Bette kissed her toes as she answered. It was Shane.

Jenny. Its Case, shes – shes at the hospital.

Jennys worst nightmare had come true. *****! *****, *****, *****! What happened?

I dont know, I found her on the bathroom floor, passed out. Jennyshe looked – Dead.

Shanes voice quivered with fear.

How is she now? What hospital did they take her to?

Daniel Friedman? I dont know where it is. They said she was stable, butshe didnt look it when they took her away.

Jenny imagined Shane waiting there, all alone, sitting next to Cases lifeless body. She shuddered. Bettes expression changed instantly. Her brow scrunched together, and she huddled closer to Jenny, looking as if to ask her what was going on.

I know where that hospital is. Where are you? Come pick me up, Im at Bettes. Ill show you how to get there.

Thank you. Be there in 5. Shane hung up.

Jenny jumped out of bed and started to throw on her clothes. *****!

Bette got out of the bed as well, pulling on a terry cloth robe. What?! Whats wrong?

Jenny turned to face her, the shock of the news solidifying her awful expression.

Its a friend of mine, mine and Shanes. I met her outside of Hanks. She had nowhere to go. We let her sleep on our couch last night, and now shes in the hospital. Shane found her out cold on the bathroom floor. I have to get to the hospital. Shes coming any minute now.

Does this girl have any family that you should call? Someone who can help her?

I dont know. Shane might, she talked to her today, what about I havent a clue. I just need to get to the hospital.

Bette looked at Jenny. She was a wreck.

Ill drive you both there, I cant just stay here.

Okay. It would be good if you came, maybe you could help us figure out what to dohow to handle the situation.

Of course. Ill just get dressed.

Bette found a pair of trousers and a pale green blouse. She put on a pair of loafers and grabbed her car keys. Shane arrived in two minutes. She pounded on the door, frantic and in a terrible hurry. Cmon, Jenny! She could almost kick the door in. She knew it wouldnt go over well with Bette. Bette answered the door. Shane –

Bette, Hi. Is Jenny ready?

Bette glanced across the room. Jenny picked up her coat and put her arms through the sleeves. Im ready, Shane. Bettes going to drive us to the hospital.

Lets go. Shane did not hesitate. The three bolted for the car. The moon was a full one. A bat flew low above them. Jenny shrieked. She threw herself into the car. Bette looked once at the two of them huddled in the back seat, then jammed the shift gear into reverse and put metal to the floor.