Soul MatesChapter 4 Curled up and Reunited

Maria and Dominic are in the kitchen of Maria and Bryans house.
(Bryan and Marias house is the guest house of Bette and Tinas.
However it is almost as big. Its three bedrooms.)
Dominic is reviewing Marias contract when Bette walks in to join them.
So what are you guys doing? Bette asks as she helps herself to a glass of orange juice.
Dad is looking over my contract. Maria shared
Contract? You mean your teaching contract? Bette asked as she looks over Dominics shoulder while he is sitting at the kitchen table.
No your sister here just got a lead role in a new sitcom. Dominic said as he finished reading it and handed it to Bette to read. Here use your Yale degree to look this over. Dominic said as he handed it to Bette to read. She is an expert in business deals.
Maria have you told Bryan about the offer yet? Dominic asked
No. Maria saidIm scared..
Tell me what? Bryan said as he entered the kitchen from another room.
I didnt know you were home? Maria said.
I was upstairs taking a nap until Bryanna came in and started shooting me with her water gun. Who gave that to her? Bryan asked
Im sorry Bryan I got one for her and Anna Bella. Bette said. However they were suppose to only use them outside by the pool.
Okon to what you were suppose to tell me. Bryan said.
Hello DarlingsJoseph said as waltzed into the house with his sunglasses on.
What you finally got your part in a movie Joseph? Bryan said in a teasing way.
Everyone looked at him.
Bryan I have something to say.Joseph and I just got cast for a sitcom about a married couple. Maria said as she looked at himas if he would explode.
Really that is cool..how come you didnt tell me you were trying out? Bryan inquired.
I didnt want to jinx it. Maria said. Besides I didnt think they would cast me. I mean I dont have any experience what so ever.
Im proud of you MariaI think this is going to be a great opportunity for you explore your many talents. Bryan said as he gave her a hug and kiss.
Your not mad? Maria said as she acted surprised.
How can I be mad at you? Besides it increases our income. Bryan joked as he gave her another huge hug.Plus it will pay to send the brat to boarding school.
Bryan ! Maria yelled as she playfully hit him.
Bryanna came running through the kitchen and shot Joseph with the water pistol.
Im going to get you. Joseph said as he playfully chased Bryanna.
I think this contract is excellent. Bette shared as she gave it back to Dominic.
Dominic had Maria and Joseph sign it and he faxed them back to the studio.

They all got a glass of champagne and celebrated.
To the new show and careers for Joseph and Maria. Dominic said as everyone else held up there glasses.


Back at Alices she was fixing dinner for her and Cia.
Cia was on the phone trying to get the dancer back who quit the other day.
Come on you know I really need you. Cia said
I promise that you will really enjoy the tour. Cia added
Good I will see you tomorrow at rehearsals Cia stated as she hung up the phone.
Now I can focus my attention on you. Cia added as she got up and put her arms around
Alice.
Awe arent you sweet. Alice said as she pulled away to put the food on the table.
Here I will light the candles for us. Cia said sweetly.
They ate dinner and then one kiss lead to them finding there way to Alices bedroom.

Dana was in the parking lot looking up at Alices bedroom window.
She could see their silhouettes.
Damn Dana said to herself as she hit her fist on the steering wheel.
Which caused the horn to go off. *****! Dana said to herself as she ducked.
What was that? Alice said as she paused for a moment.
Oh dont worry about that. Cia said as she pushed Alice onto the bed.
We have more important things to take care of. Cia whispered as she started kissing
Alice.

Dana drove off hastily. She drove to a club around the corner where Shane,
Jenny, Tina, and Carmen where hanging out.
The music was thumping when Dana walked in to the bar.
Shane waved her over. Dana waved back but stopped by the bar to get a drink first.
Hey Dana. Tina, Carmen, and Jenny said at the same time.
Hey everyone. Dana said as she drank her drink.
Wow girl you must be thirsty. Tina joked.
Yea thats it. Dana answered.
Bullshit. Shane said Its Alice isnt it.
How did you know? Dana said shocked.
Its written all over your face. Shane said as she looked at Dana.
Yes it is Dana. Carmen said sweetly.
I just drove passed her place and saw Cias car there. (Dana didnt tell them all the details.)
Stalker. Jenny joked.
Did you guys here that Jenny just got a writers position on one of Stellas sitcoms?
Shane shared.
Congratulations ! Tina said What is it about?
Oh a married couple who are always getting into some kind of funny trouble
Jenny added.
Its about time. Carmen said with a smile.
Tell them Shane.Tell them what you are going to be doing. Jenny shared
I am going to be Stellas assistant. Shane shared.
Did Maria tell you that her and Joseph are the husband and wife in the show? Jenny asked Tina.
No I didnt even know she was trying out for the part. Tina said with a proud smile.
Just then Shelly walked up to Tina.
Hi Tina. Shelly said as she was standing there.
Hey Shelly.you guys this is Shelly.This is Jenny, Shane, Dana, and Carmen.
Tina said.
Nice to meet everyone. I saw you when I was out there dancing so I wanted to stop by and say hi. Shelly said. So did Maria come with you?
No Maria must be at home. Tina shared.
Ok well it was nice meeting everyone. Shelly shared as she returned to her friends.
How do you know her Tina? Dana asked
She just started at the center. She seems really nice. Tina added.
Isnt she the bartender from that little barummm I cant remember it. Shane said.
Yea I think so. Tina added.

Cia was getting her clothes on as Alice was still laying in bed.
Come on dont you want to spend the night? Alice said.
Look I had a great time Alice. Cia shared. I just have to get back to my own place. I have an early day tomorrow.Cia added
Oh come on. Alice said.
Look if I stayed I would never make it to work tomorrow. Cia shared as she gave Alice a kiss goodnight. I know my way out. So dont get up . I will lock the door behind me.
Good night. Alice said as she laid her head on her pillow.

It was a couple of hours later.
Dana was feeling now pain. She was on the dance floor flirting with everyone.
I think we better get lance romance homebefore she gets some diesel mad at her for flirting with their girlfriend. Shane shared.
I feel so sorry for Dana. Jenny shared.
Cool than we vote you the one to drive her home. Carmen joked. As Tina handed Jenny Danas keys.
I will it doesnt bother me. Jenny said.
Tina and Shane helped Jenny load Dana into the car.
Good luckShane said call me if you have any trouble.
Ok Jenny said as she pulled off in Danas car with Dana seat belted in.
Jenny can you do me a huge favor? Dana whined.
Sure name it. Jenny stated
Can you take me over to Alices I really need to talk to her. Dana said in her drunken voice.
I dont think that would be a good idea tonight. Jenny shared.
Please.I really need to talk to her. Dana shared. Come on Jenny please.
I cant take the calm cool Dana begging. Jenny said. :I will if you promise that if she doesnt want to see you we will leave
I promisethanks Jenny. Dana said.

Jenny pulled up in front of Alices apartment.
Dana looked out of the car window to make sure Cias car wasnt there.
You wait right hereok. Jenny said as she went up to Alices door.
Alice had just gotten up to get some water when she heard a soft knock on her door.
What did you forget? Or did you change your mind? Alice said as she thought it was
Cia.
She opened the door to find Jenny standing there.
Hey Alice I am so sorrybut someone wants to talk to you. She isnt in good shape.
Jenny said.
Dana right. Alice said I dont know.
I can tell her that she should talk to you another time. Jenny said as she turned and walked back to the car.
WaitJenny. Alice said as she followed Jenny to the car.
Dana just looked at Alice and started to cry.
Hey dont do that Alice said as she opened the car door.
Dana rolled outOh *****. Alice said.
Jenny rushed over to help Alice get Dana up.
Dana jumped upIm good. Dana said.
Alice took one side of her and Dana took the other.
Lets get her into my place. Alice said.
Are you sure about this Alice? Jenny asked.
As Dana stared at Alice.
Alice I love you Dana said.
Danahoney your drunk. Alice replied as her and Jenny maneuvered Dana into the apartment and onto the couch.
Look do you think you can handle her alone from here? Jenny asked
We will be fine. Alice said as she stood looking down at Dana.
Thanks for being there for her tonight. Alice said.
I have her carso just have her call me in the morning and I will come and get her.
Jenny said.
Ok.I will. Alice said as she saw Jenny to the door.
Good luck Jenny said. You know she really loves you.
Really I dont understand how she can say it now but never when we were together.
Alice stated as Jenny left.

Alice walks over to the couch to find Dana missing.
Oh ***** where did she go. Alice said
She looked outsideno Dana.
Then she went into her bedroom to find Dana curled under the covers.
Alice just shook her head..and crawled into bed with Dana.


Tina entered her house and it was totally dark.
She went passed Anna Bellas room. She went in and gave her a kiss goodnight.
Baby I love you. Tina said
When she felt these little arms embrace her.
I love you too mom. Anna Bella said.
Im sorry I didnt mean to wake you up baby. Tina said as she sat on Anna Bellas bed.
Its ok mom. Anna Bella said as she smiled at her mom.
Im so lucky to have you. Tina said as she got up and kissed her daughter on the forehead. Sweet dreams.
Good night mom. Anna Bella said.
Tina went into the bathroom and changed into her pajamas.
She then went tip toed into her bedroom trying not to wake up Bette.
Bette was sound to sleep. Tina crawled into bed and curled up to Bette.
Bette embraced her.