It was 10:30 when Bette and Tina arrived at Milk. They had spent the rest of the afternoon relaxing at Bettes (and Tinas) house, reminiscing, enjoying a few glasses of wine and listening to music.

Bette had found herself once again exercising her new found self control, and had resisted the constant urge to work her mojo. It didnt go unnoticed by Tina, who had grinned sheepishly, (several times actually) when she noticed Bette finding random acts to occupy herself with, such as fluffing pillows, rearranging flower bouquets, even picking lint from her blouse. If Alice had been there, she would have had a field day reading Bettes wandering mind.

Now they stood at the entrance to the club, hand in hand waiting to get past the bouncer.

“So, do you think Alice and Dana will be all hot n heavy tonight?” Bette asked.

“I dunno, you know Dana, shed not exactly the spokesperson for P.D.A.” Tina said. Bette nodded, remembering Danas break up with Lara, partly due to her fear of being out in public.

“Alice on the other hand” Bette smiled, as Tina nodded and laughed. “She may not give Dana much of a choice.” The two women giggled, when suddenly Bette felt a tap on her shoulder. She turned to see a grinning Shane, arms folded in front of her, shaking her head.

“Nice to see ya stranger.” She opened her arms, pulling Bette into a giant hug. “You too!” Shane yanked Tina into the embrace. “So you guys gonna getcha freak on tonight?” Shane grinned. Bette rolled her eyes, placing her arm around Tinas shoulder.

“I treat my woman like a lady. I expect that you on the other hand will be more than willing to exercise your freak-i-ness.”

Shane shrugged, after all, who was she to argue. Soon the three women were inside the club, amid a sea of hot bodies, flashing lights and pulsating music.

“Oh yea, this is what Im talking about!” Shane shouted over the music. “Cmon, lets see if the other gals are here.” She grabbed Tina by the hand, who then grabbed Bette, and the chain made their way over to the bar. Sure enough the rest of the gang were already there. To Bette, Tina and Shanes complete surprise, they had arrived just in time to see Dana lick Alices salted neck, shoot back a shot of tequila and finish off by sucking the lime that Alice held between her teeth.

“Guess that answers my question.” Bette shouted into Tinas ear. Tina squeezed her hand and laughed. Shane on the other hand was standing there, jaw to the floor, staring at Alice and Dana. Her state of surprise was interrupted by Kit, who rushed over with relieved look on her face.

“Thank the Lord yall are here. I feel like Ive been babysitting a couple of horny teenagers. I mean, they just never ***** let up.” She gestured towards Alice and Dana, who were whispering and giggling to each other. “I do not know why I volunteered to be their designated driver. They were making out the entire way hereAND in the line to get in!”

“Wait, whoa, hold up. Those two are a COUPLE?” Shane asked, looking from Bette to Tina to Kit. The three women nodded in unison. Shane scratched her forehead and shook her head. “Well God- *****– damn ok then.” Shane chuckled, and still shaking her head walked over to the giggly girls at the bar, buying another round of shots.

Bette looked at Kit. “Ill drive them home if you want, Im not planning on getting smashed.” Bette placed her arm around Tinas waist. “Im hoping to remember tonight.” Tina blushed and looked down. Kits face lit up when she realized what was going on.

“Well its about time you two get back on the straight and narrow. Well, not STRAIGHT and narrow. You know what I mean. Im happy for you guys, I knew youd make it.” Kit smiled and hugged the two women. “And its ok, Ill drive the two ***** pistols home, you guys need your alone time.” She winked at Bette. “Well, Im gonna go try and find Jenny, some chick abducted her, and Im supposed to make sure she doesnt get in too much trouble. You know, Marina should be paying me for this F.B.I. work.” Kit rolled her eyes and strolled off.

Bette sighed, relieved that Kit hadnt taken up her offer to drive Alice and Dana. “Care for a drink?” Bette asked Tina, who nodded. At the bar she ordered two gin and tonics.

“Oh my God, gin and tonic? You guys are sooooo *****! And not in the homo- good way. Do tequila shots with us!” Alice was shouting, louder than necessary, as she stumbled/ walked over to Bette and Tina.

“Yea, totally, you dont even taste it after the first two!” Dana yelled, coming up behind Alice, wrapping her arms around her waist. “Oooh, look, salt.” She said before leaning in and sucking on Alices neck. Alice giggled.

“Aaaaahhh, that tickles!” she said before she whipped around to kiss Dana. It was one of those semi- sloppy drunk kisses, but Tina and Bette smiled awww smiles at each other none the less. “Cmon mama, lets dance!” Alice said, pulling Dana into the crowd, their grinding bodies soon disappearing into the masses. Bette sighed.

“Ahhh, young, drunk love. It just seems so pure doesnt it?”

“Actually, I sort of think it gets better with time.” Tina said, looking at Bette with shy eyes. Bette leaned in for a soft kiss, her lips barely grazing against Tinas.

“Youre so right.”

For awhile the two women sat in contented silence, simply absorbing the atmosphere, and each others company.


On the dance floor, Dana and Alice were laughing and dancing to the pulsating music. Dana was doing her best booty dance, attempting to shake what her mamma gave her as Alice instructed.

“Oh my God Dana, you are soooo white!” Alice shouted bursting into hysterical laughter. She was suddenly bumped by a couple that was too busy making out, to notice that they had just knocked someone to the ground.

“***** mother *****! Dude, now my pants are ***** dirty” she whined, as Dana helped hoist her back to her feet.

“Are you ok?” Dana asked between giggles. She may have been drunk, but she was still coherent enough to see how absolutely adorable Alice looked right now with some of her hair sticking straight out, and a pouty frown on her face. “Awww, come here” pulling Alice in for a kiss. Alice responded by slipping her hand behind Danas neck, quickly deepening the kiss from soft to passionate.

Suddenly the music shifted into a slower beat, and around them couples pressed closer together. Dana pulled away from the kiss and stared into Alices eyes.

Although somewhat inebriated, she still felt her heart skip a beat as her feelings for Alice intensified by the second. She stepped in closer, placing her arms around Alices shoulders. Their bodies pressed tightly together, and her thigh pressed in between Alices as they moved to the music. She felt Alices fingers on her hips and lower back, on the bare skin between her halter top and jeans. Their chests were pressed together, and Dana could feel Alices curves against her own, the thought sending a shiver through Danas body. Her hair stood up on her arms, and she could feel her nipples hardening under her shirt. Alice sensed Danas reaction and pressed in closer, if it was even possible. Her finger traced a line on Danas skin along the edge of her pants. Slowly, she moved in, until their faces were mere inches from each other.

Dana held her breath, waiting for the kiss that had not yet failed to steal her breath. Instead, Alice moved her head to the side and leaned into Danas neck. Dana let out a silent gasp as she felt Alices warm breath and lips brush against the sensitive skin of her neck. She turned her head slightly, so that her mouth was near Alices ear.

“I love you.” She whispered. The words were almost inaudible amid the pounding music, but they were clear to Alice and sent an electric bolt through her.

“I love you too.” Alice sighed and hugged Dana closer, silently praying this moment would never end.

Back at the bar, Tina and Bette had just finished their drinks.

“Wanna dance?”

“Bette, you know Im not…” Tina tried to protest. But before she knew it, she was pulled off her bar- stool and dragged to the dance floor. When they reached the edge of the crowd, Bette took Tinas arms and placed them around her shoulders. She then wrapped her own arms around Tinas waist, drawing them into a tight embrace. She breathed deeply, savoring the contact each part of their bodies had on one another. She leaned into Tinas neck, taking a moment to breathe in her soft perfume.

“Youre my girl T.” Bette whispered. She placed a feathery kiss on Tinas neck.
Tina pulled back and gazed into Bettes sparkling brown eyes. She didnt respond, but closed her eyes and leaned in for a soft kiss. Her lips lingered as she ran her fingers up Bettes smooth neck, tangled them in her wavy dark hair, and pulled her in deeper. After a few moments, they broke apart. Simultaneously they rested their heads on each others shoulders, and gently swayed to the techno beat as if it were a Sinatra ballad.

Before long, or so it seemed, the night was drawing to an end and the crowd began to thin out. Bette and Tina were back at the bar whispering and caressing each others hands and arms as they spoke. Kit approached, holding Danas arm, who was at the same time leaning her head on Alices shoulder, apparently having used up all of her drunken energy. Alice was attempting to hold her, as well as herself up. Kit rolled her eyes.

“Im taking these two home, I just wanted to say goodnight.”

“Ok, thanks Kit, call me if they give you any trouble.” Bette said. Kit looked at the two zoned out women, then back at Bette.
“I dont think theyll be giving me much trouble, and I have barf bags in the car, just in case.” Kit smiled and led the women towards the exit.

The next to arrive was Shane, followed by a Jenny. She was bouncing around, apparently still a bit tipsy- giddy.

“Im gonna give her a ride home. Ill talk to you guys later” Shane said.

“Nooo, I dont want to go home yet! Im having fun, lets stay, just a little longer, please Shane.pleeeease?” Jenny squealed. Shane scowled, dragging Jenny towards the door.

When they were gone, Bette leaned over to Tina.

“Lets get out of here.” She whispered.

Tina quickly hopped off her seat, following Bette towards the door. When they were outside they both looked at each other.

“Our place?” both women asked at the same time. Smiling at each other, they headed into the dark, both knowing the night was really just beginning.