Id bet. They each took a sip of their beer, the tv in the background still on mute made little lights appear on Shanes face. The reflection was enchaining the pictures image. Ive been known as the serious type. Well, not seriously but more mature.

Theres nothing wrong with that. And Bette, well shes a fool to have not noticed how great you are. Youre exactly what Id want in a woman if i was searching to settle down. She paused. Well actually youd have to dye your hair because blonde really isnt my thing. she said grabbing a few pieces of her hair and pretending to be really interested in it. After a minutes Shanes cell went off and she checked the caller ID.

Somebody important? Tina asked.

Right now, nobody is more important then you. Tina smiled a little more.

Shane… But Shane raised her hand for her to stop talking. Im sorry too. Ill stay as long as you want me to. And that was the last thing said. Tina rested her head on Shanes shoulder and slowly fell asleep. Shane however thought of the phone call she had just received. It had been Alice, probably worried to death that Shane had taken advantage of Tina. A few minutes later she got a call from Kit. How is she?

Better. Shane said. Thats when Kit informed her that she couldnt get a hold of Bette, which worried her because it probably meant she was out…doing things that would later reflected badly on her part. Let it be. Tina has been through enough. If Bette wants her back she showing it poorly. Were here now, so Bette can just get over it. If and when Tina is ready, then maybe if shed lucky shell give her a chance. Otherwise, she blew it. She hung up the phone. Tina over heard and smiled.

You dont have to protect me, Shane. She adding.

Im not protecting you. Tina raised an eyebrow. Okay maybe a little. But thats what friends do. Shane aid sticking to her ground.

Well, thanks. Shane looked down at her.

Why dont you go back to bed? Tina graded at the clock.

Will you stay? Shane nodded.

I have no better place to go. Shane wrapped her arm around Tina and turned the TV off of mute.

Thanks….