“Shall we?”  Bianca offers her arm.

“Yes,” Maggie takes it and they go back to the Limo.

Once inside, Maggie sees Kendall fidgeting, but looking amazing, “Kendall, you look great.”

“Thanks Maggie.  You look wonderful, too.”  Kendall croaks out, “I’m not sure this is a good idea.”

“Hush now. We’ve been over this.”  Bianca pats her hand on Kendall’s.

Greenlee walks down the hall ready for the ball.  She is heading to her Limo that has been stocked just as she has asked it to be.  While passing Aidan’s room the door opens.

Aidan smiles at her and looks her over politely.  She grins back and turns for him.

“Greenlee, you look divine.” 

“Thank you, Aidan.  Aren’t you going to the ball?”  She asks.

“No.  I can’t.  I have to work tonight, but I may stop by after.  Um…can I ask you a question?”

“Sure,” Greenlee looks at him seriously.

“Eh…I think Kendall has feelings for someone….really deep feelings for someone…and I was wondering if you knew if this person might return those feelings?”  Aidan uncharacteristically stutters.

“You are a good friend to her Aidan.”  Greenlee touches his hand, “You could just ask outright…isn’t that more your style, but I’ll answer it anyway…Yes, I can tell you this person Kendall cares for….she…I love her very much.”  Greenlee looks at him then away.

“Good.  She needs someone who will love her like she can love.  She deserves that.”  Greenlee nods, “And so do you, Mrs. Dupree.”

“Thank you, Aidan.  Happy New Year.”  Greenlee smiles and on impulse hugs him making him blush before he walks away.

At the entrance to the Ball, The three women in the Kane Limo step out.  They survey the decorations and make their way into the celebration.  It is marvelous with the lights and banners.  It seems more beautiful then it ever has.  They spot many of the Pine Valley residents.  Kendall sees Erica and Chris and subconsciously moves behind Bianca.

“Kendall, don’t worry.  Mom, won’t say anything to you if you don’t.”  Bianca sooths.

“I just don’t want to cause you problems, Binks.”

“I know, but you’re here to have a good time.  So, forget about mom.  Besides, just think of her reaction if she found out both her daughters were in love with women.”