Shane stared forward as Andie walked back to her station. Shane tried to control the instant shivering that Andies touch on the small of her back caused. If it would this hard to control herself from a mere touch on the back, what would she do if Andie touched her anywhere else? Stop it, Shane, she thought to herself.

Ummm, Shane? Andie called from behind her. Shane turned around and saw Andie slouching sexily into her chair. I would have thought your station would be a mess. Andie nodded to the pristine counter of Shanes area.

Well, I like to keep things clean and simple. Shane pressed her ***** against the counter and crossed her arms lazily over her chest. So what are we doing to your hair?

Whatever you want. Andie smiled and pulled her hair out of the ponytail. The layers falling down messily.

You sure about that? Shane was in the mood for a challenge.
Ill tell you what, Ill let you do whatever you want to my hair, if you are straight up with me and tell me why you have been avoiding me. Andie raised one of her eyebrows.

Shane thought about it for a moment. This chick was there for me when I cracked, give in for a few hours, what could it hurt?

All right. Shane turned and started to pull out more supplies as she talked. I was embarrassed. Plain and simple.

Andie nodded, Im not going to tell anyone, Shane.

I figured you wouldnt. Shane smiled laying her clips and scissors out and then thought for a moment and pulled out a razor.

Then why the cold shoulder? Andie saw the razor and her eyes widened, the shoulder part of the question raised higher in her voice. Shane heard Andies voice become uneasy and she liked it.

You know that day? A cute red head recognized you from a show.. Shane turned around to find Andie leaning almost out the chair staring intensely at all of the things Shane was messing with.

So far out of the chair in fact, that she fell onto the floor. Shane laughed and shook her head at Andie.

Nervous about something? Andie just peeked up at Shane and Shane offered her hands to help her back up. Andie took the hands and Shane pulled her up. They stood so close that Andie could feel the breath coming from Shane on her lips. Shane just stared at the full lips in front of her. Then Andie broke the gaze by looking around her, reminding Shane where they were. Shane took a small step back and Andie cleared her throat.

Slippery chair you got there and ummm, no, Im not nervous at all. Andie smiled.

Have a seat and Ill be back with a cape. Shane said and turned to go to the back. Andie watched the lanky woman strut, her short hair spiking up all over. Andie loved the form of Shanes body, how easily she carried herself. Fluid like, she didnt have a care in the world. Andie waited a moment and stood up.

Shane was trying to get her composure, when the door opened. She turned and made sure to remain cool, but then noticed that it was Andie. Andie came in and then closed the door behind her. She locked it and stood staring at Shane.

I shouldnt be much.. Shane started to say.

Shane? Andie stepped a little closer.

Yeah? Shane said quietly.

I think you know that Im attracted to you. Right? Andie asked.

Yes. Shane answered, not breaking the eye contact with Andie.

Are you attracted to me at all?

Shane let out a breath. Cant you tell?

I think so. But I wasnt sure because you havent really made a move on me or anything. Is it because I dont look like a lot of the girls you go out with? Andie stayed in front of Shane, making sure she couldnt escape.

No, god. You arent anything like any girls I go out with, thats the point. Your confidence is amazing. I think youre beautiful. Shane said finally.

Andie smiled and then stepped closer to Shane, Im not asking for us to date, Im not even asking for us to have *****. She watched Shanes face closely and grinned when she said, yet.

I do think it would be cool if we hung out sometimes. With Alice and everyone or even if you want with just us. No dates. No commitments. Just kind of exploring. Andie had moved so close to Shane that Shane could feel her full ***** pressed against her own.

There was a knock on the door after someone tried to come in.

Hello? the managers voice came through the door.

Yes one second. Shane sighed. *****.

Uh uh, Im not gonna let this one get interrupted. Andie said quickly and leaned forward and kissed Shanes lips. Shane didnt resist at all, in fact, she pressed back against Andies lips with just as much want. Andie pulled back and flicked her tongue across Shanes bottom lip and then smiled at Shane.

Follow my lead. Andie grabbed a robe that was behind Shane and pulled off her top. Shane couldnt help, but watch as Andie pulled the robe around her. Then Andie opened the door. Laughing flakily, I cant believe I thought this was the bathroom, but thanks for showing me the back room there. Andie looked at Shanes boss. Oh my goodness, Madonna had been talking to me about Shane and this wonderful place and how she would love to have another spa like this built. Im going to have to let her know that she was right. Andie let out another fake laugh.

Yeah, I remember her talking about that with me. Shane said smiling.

Well, you just tell Ms. Madonna that she and any of her friends and family are always welcome here. Shanes boss cooed to Andie.

Oh, I will! Andie beamed to him.
He walked away and Andie winked at Shane who laughed quietly as they walked back to the station.

After Andie sat down and got settled, Shane went back to choosing her weapons. She looked at Andie.

I was a little nervous that you thought less of me because of the whole breakdown I had. Shane decided to keep her jealousy about the red head to herself.

Well, like I said dont worry about that, your secret is safe with me. She smiled so honestly to Shane. Her lips were shining a light pink and the smile made sweet dimples in her cheeks.

I trust you. Nowtrust me. Shane grinned and Andie swallowed hard.

Ok. She said quietly. But, what were you thinking of doing?

I was thinking of something likeMacy Gray?

Oh, *****! Andie cried.

Shane just laughed and then said, Or maybe Marilyn Monroe?

***** that, man! Andie gasped and started to get up. Im out of here.

Oh no, sit your hot ***** down. Shane growled.




Alice walked by Lather and stared into the window. She smiled to herself as she watched Shane and Alice flirt openly with one another. She hoped that they would find some type of comfort in each other. She turned and began to walk down the street.

She was finding herself having a hard time being around Dana and Tonya anymore. Alice knew that she should just forget the feelings she had for her friend, but could shake them because she knew Dana felt the same way.

Alices phone rang she saw that it was Tina and answered it in a fake happy tone.

Hey, Tina.

Hey, what are you guys doing tonight?

Ummm, I dont know, I know Andie has tonight off, shes with Shane right now. Shes getting her hair cut. Why you have something in mind?

No. Its just Im really down. I miss Bette so much, but I hate her so ***** bad right now. Tina began to cry.

Hey, hey heywe will go out tonight, well do something. Get your mind off of things, ok? Alice talked soothingly to Tina, but Tina didnt answer.

Tina? Alice said again.

Okay. Tina said quietly.

Just leave it all up to me ok? Alice asked.

Yeah, ok. Call me when you know. Tina hung up.

Alice sighed and started first by calling Andies cell phone.

Hello? Andie sounded scared.

Andie? You ok? Alice asked.

Ummm, Im fine, but my hair may not be. Andie cried.

Alice heard Shane laughing.

Can you put Shane on, please? Alice rolled her eyes.

Hey, Al. Shane said after Andie handed her the phone.

So is this haircut some sort of foreplay? Alice joked.

Maybe. Shane said back.

Whatever, look, Tina is extremely down. Lets take her out tonight and try and cheer her up or something. Alice said looking around.

Absolutely. I know the exact thing to do. Velvets. Shane said simply.

Alice ran her hand through her hair. Velvets. Yeah all right. Ill call Dana. Bring Andie.

Shane smiled. Will do. Hey Al? Tell Dana to lose Tonya for the night.

You read my mind. Alice hung up and dialed Danas number.

Hey Dana? Its another night of cheering. No. This time its T. Alice paused for a moment, VelvetsI knowShane. Oh, can you not bring Tonya? Tell her we are doing something secret for the wedding. Youll figure something out. Bye.

Alice clicked her phone shut and smiled to herself.