My Helena has a hard head.

Youre telling me. What are you and Carmen doing tonight?

She wouldnt tell me again, she just said to wear something comfortable.

That girl loves surprises doesnt she?

Apparently. Come on lets go and apologize to Tina, Bette commented pulling Shane to her feet

Shane groaned, Do I have to?

If you want to continue to breathe then yes.

Well I obviously want to breathe, Shane remarked with a grin, So let me get my shoes on.

After putting her sneakers on Shane followed Bette back over to the house. Upon entering they saw Tina sitting in the living room rocking Arianna. She looked up and saw the two entering the house. When she saw Shane her eyes darkened for a moment. Shane looked over at Bette who smiled at her and went and sat on the coffee table in front of Tina.

T, I want to apologize for the things that I said to you last night.

You do? This isnt just because Bette threatened you bodily harm is it?

Shane smiled, Well that and I really do feel bad about some of the things I said to you.

Some?

Yes some. Can you accept my apology?

Tina was silent a moment and then nodded her head, You are going to have to apologize to Helena though too.

Shane was shaking her head, Sorry I cant do that. I still think shes toxic. You can still be with her and all but I wont apologize to her.

Tina sighed, I suppose thats the best its going to be. Hows that hand?

Hurts but Ill be fine. Can I hold Ari?

Sure, but we need to go soon.

Shane took Arianna into her arms and smiled down at the little girl who was looking up at her with wide brown eyes.

Hey there cutie. Its Auntie Shane, the cool one, do you remember me?

Arianna gurgled happily.

Ah you do remember me, Shane smiled

Tina got up and went out into the backyard to where Bette was just standing staring at the water.

Thank you for that Bette.

Not a problem. Shane really did feel bad about the things she said. I still have to talk with Alice and Dana but Im sure they are sorry as well.

I need to be going. Got to get to work soon and you do too I believe.

Bette glanced at her watch and saw it was seven thirty, I do indeed. Im glad you came to talk to me. I wouldnt want your friendship with the girls ruined over me.

I wouldnt want that either.

They smiled at each other and Tina went into the house to collect her daughter and her things. Bette followed and gave her little girl a kiss on the forehead and showed the two of them out returning to the living room.
That little girl is going to be a heartbreaker one day, said Shane

Yes, and Ill be proud of her whatever she does.

Can I ask you a question Bette?

You can ask me anything, Bette answered sitting next to Shane on the sofa

If Tina forgave you today, walked back into this house and told you that she wanted a second chance would you take it?

Bette thought about this a moment, Honestly?

Preferably.

No.

Shane was slightly caught off guard by this answer and Bette must have seen the look.

I may have several months ago or even a week ago but something within me has changed. I dont know if its because of Carmen or just me moving on but thats how I feel.

Shane was nodding her head, Thats cool B. So when are you going to do the inflagrante delicto with Carmen?

Bette laughed at this, That I couldnt tell you Shane. We want to take it slow.

Makes sense but you want her bad dont you, Shane asked nudging Bettes shoulder

I SO want do!

Shane laughed at this.

I need to get ready for work so I can get that over with in time for this date tonight.

Standing Shane looked down at Bette with a peculiar look on her face.

What?

Youre happy.

Bette smiled, I really am.