The next two weeks found Alice spending most of her free time working. It had become increasingly difficult to be around Dana when all she wanted to do was make out with her best friend. These newly identified feelings hounded her even more whenever she heard the name Tonya or anything remotely sounding like wedding plans. The thought of Tonya made her cringe and slightly nauseous and keeping away from Dana made things better or at least bearable.
Dana focused most of her energy on tennis, so much so that Tonya was giving her a rough time about her lack of participation in making wedding decisions. It did not really faze Dana to have her fiance being more annoying than usual since she figured she wouldnt have had much say in the wedding plans anyway. Tonya has handled everything else, whats a wedding? Besides Dana was being called to do some other photo shoots and between the photo preparations and the extra practice times and Tonyas nagging, she did not have the time to do much other than say yes to all of Tonyas suggestions and sleep. Thoughts of Alice often creeped into her head and she grew doubtful about the wedding.


Hey, look over there. Shane pointed to Dana. Whats wrong with her?
Alice followed Shanes finger. Uhh, be right back. Alice ran over to Dana. Dana, are you ok?
Danas eyes were red, Ill be fine.
Come on, lets get you freshened up. What happened?
Tonya didnt take it so well.
You told her?
Why wouldnt I?
*****, Dana.
What? I thought this is what you wanted.
I didnt want you to tell her we kissed. Now Im probably on the hit list.
Dana sighed, No, I told her the weddings off.
Alice was ready to faint from complete surprise and sheer joy, What did you say?
That I didnt want to get married.
You didnt? Oh my god. And what did she say?
That Im making a big mistake and that she was going to ruin me. Do you think she can?
Dane, look at me. Are you talking personally or professionally?
Both.
What is she to your career?
What do you mean?
Is she like your agent or your manager?
My manager.
Really? How much does she get?
Im not too sure. 15%? She handled all that stuff.
Its too late now, but first thing in the morning, we have to get you a lawyer.
Is this bad?
I wont lie. It could get ugly. Especially with that psycho *****. Alice hugged her friend. I promise you that Ill help get you through this.
I know.
Alice gazed into Danas eyes and stared for a moment which seemed to last for hours, before speaking, the sexual tension thick in the air, It was a mistake right?
If you say so, Dana teased, knowing that Alice was referring to the kiss they shared.
So if I was to kiss you again? Alice shrugged her head, inviting Dana to respond. She glanced at Danas lips.
Dana shrugged and smiled shyly. She looked at Alice without saying a word.
Alice moved towards Dana, their lips meeting. The kiss growing more passionate as Alice guided Dana towards the wall, their arms wrapping tightly around each other.


Shane sat alone at the table while her friends were taking their sweet time in the bathroom. She was excited to see a familiar face enter the Planet, Hey Tina. Good to see youre joining us.
Gmorning, Shane. Us?
Alice and Dana are here somewhere. Dana looked upset and Alice chased her down. So wheres your other half?
Probably with her lover, Candace.
Damn, Tina. Im sorry. I didnt know.
No, its ok. Its not your fault. How are you doing? Tina sat down beside Shane.
Shane took Tinas hint and avoided the subject of Bette. Ive seen better days. But you just keep trudging along until something good comes along again.
Yeah. Oh hey, you two.
Dana and Alice responded simultaneously and sat opposite of Tina and Shane, Hi.
Alice rested her hand on Danas lap, slightly massaging the brunettes knee.
Dana put her hand on top of Alices in an attempt to prevent Alice from doing anything embarrassing. The more she fought to stop Alice from making her laugh, the higher Alices hand moved up her leg.
Dane, you alright? asked Shane.
Yeah, you alright? Alice teased.
Danas face turned bright red. She blurted Great and dropped her face to the table.
What are you doing? Alice leaned forward and whispered, Youre causing a scene. You should see the looks T and Shane are giving you.
Dana groaned in her arms.
Sorry guys, Danas a little- Alice twirled her finger in a circle next to her head. You know.
I saw that, Dana mumbled.
Shane stared at her friends trying to decipher their body language. She addressed Alice, Is Dana wearing a bra?
No.
You answered that pretty quickly and confidently. Either youve been staring at Miss Danas rack or handling it.
Dana sunk her head even deeper in her arms, burying her face completely, I cant believe this is happening.
Alice spoke up in Danas defense, Hello. LAs best nipple. Mean anything to you? I notice this stuff.
Alright. Alright. No looking. Am I wearing a bra? No wait, thats too easy. How about Tina?
Y-yeah?
Well, Tina, are you?
Yes, Tina answered.
Al, you said it like a question, and based on Danas reaction over thereyou and Miss Dana are definitely getting jiggy with it.
Shane! Tina and Alice yelled at the same time.
What? I use my powers of observation to aid my friends in sexual denial.
Dana lifted her head, her voice deflated, Thats it. Im going home.
Dana, were just messin with you. Alice pleaded, Its only because we love you. Now sit down. Please.
Oh fine, she plopped herself back down on the chair, her arms folded across her chest.
You dont have to hide them, Shane winked, Alice listed them right up there with LAs best.
Excuse us for a minute. Dana grabbed Alice by the arm and dragged her away from the table. What are you doing?
If you want me to stop then tell me.
Ok.
Ok? Alright, Ill stop if thats what you want.
Dana whispered in Alices ear so that no one could here, Could you wait until we get out of here?
Guess well find out.
Dana shot her a look.
What? Im kidding. I can behave myself. I dont know about you though.
They returned to the table.
Alice turned to Shane, I really dont know what you were talking about.
Shane covered her mouth to stop herself from laughing. Im sure. Alice kicked Shane from under the table. She bent forward, her shin aching, Ah. What the *****?
Sorry, Shane. It was an ac-ci-dent.
Tina leaned close to Shane, Thats the dont go there kick.
Shane whispered back, I figured. But man, did she have to kick that hard?
Danas hand slowly crept towards Alices. She tried her best to not look down at her hand, but every now and then she stole a glance to see how much longer shed have to wait before she would feel the soft flesh against her own. Her concentration was so focused on the position of her hand that she wasnt really comprehending that Shane and Tina were aware that something was going on between her and Alice. She felt a little guilty, she had only broken up with Tonya a matter of a couple of hours ago, but she had dreamed of this moment every day for the last two weeks.
The instant her hand met Alices, she could see Alice was startled, her body jolting ever so slightly from the surprise touch.
Alice turned her hand so she could entwine her fingers with Danas. It felt right and yet almost forbidden. Maybe because it was her best friend that was giving her butterflies in her stomach or maybe it was because they were doing this in front of their friends while acting like nothing was going on.