Alice walked out into the hallway to see if there was light coming from under Natalies door. *****!! Why didnt I just tell her? Alice thought to herself as she walked back into her apartment.

Alice knew there was no use in trying to find Natalie tonight. There was only one thing to do wait until the morning. Alice walked through her living room, turning off the lights as she went. Where she neared the couch she noticed that Natalie left her sweatshirt. Alice walked over and picked it up, bringing it to her nose. She inhaled the sweet scent that was Natalie. Soft sweet musk, a mixture of Happy perfume intertwined with coffee and brass cleaner. A smile crept upon Alices face as she thought to herself Now I have a reason to see her again. After turning off all the lights, Alice headed for the bathroom. She filled the tub, got in, and relaxed. As she closed her eyes, all she could picture in her mind was Natalie. What was it about her? Was it the way she looked in that ***** uniform? Her innocent smile? Her sweet, southern accent? Or the simple fact that she was completely different from any other girl she had ever thought of dating?

The Next Morning-

All the girls were at The Planet bright and early. When Alice arrived she was greeted by her friends yelling out her name.

Hey guys! Sorry, I am late. Did you guys see the traffic on Melrose? I was at a complete stand still for 20 minutes! I had to go by the office to drop paperwork to an editor. Good thing I was early!

Hey Al, isnt that your military momma over there at the counter? asked Shane.

Yeah. Be right back. Alice walked off in the direction of the counter.

Alice walked boldly, trying to hold back all the nervousness that had somehow seeped inside her. Oh my god! She is so beautiful! Look at her, that uniform! Just breatheonetwothree

Natalie! Hi? Can we talk? asked Alice.

Alice, look Im sorry. I should have known better. I, said Natalie with a hint of fear.

Natalie, Listen! I, not as straight as you think I am! I,