LONELY HEARTS

BY QUASI9



Disclaimer: I don't own Frank Donovan or the team; the rest of the characters are mine.

Rating: PG-13

Summary: Three hearts need each other to mend

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CHAPTER 11

Frank could not believe his own eyes; she was really pretty no gorgeous without the clothes she usually wore.

Not only did she transform tonight but she also had a date, which Frank really found hard to believe then again he probably knew her better than anyone. He also thought about the necklace she was wearing, he could tell it was the real McCoy. Now he had the necklace to add to the corvette to be curious about.

As Gary and Tylo arrived, he asked, "Are you ready for this?"

"No."

"It's like riding a bike, once you learn you never forget."

He got out of the car, handed the valet the keys, and walked around to get Tylo. He took her arm, tucked her arm in his, and walked into the ballroom. When they walked in, it felt so right that Tylo should be there. As they walked through the room, it seemed like she was never out of the circle for a year. Before long she was renewing old acquaintances and feeling good about Gary's decision.

She worked the room like a pro, Gary was right once you learn you never forget. Then she saw Bradley making his way towards her and her stomach started to turn. Her instinct was to turn and run but she knew seeing him would be a possibility.

"Tylo, you look beautiful." He said as he held her arm and kissed her cheek.

Tylo kept her emotions in check as she smiled and said, "How have you been?"

"Good, same as usual."

"And how is Marilyn and Jr?"

"They're both doing fine, Marilyn still is ready to be in public so soon after Jr's birth."

"How are you doing? You're the last person I expected to see here."

"Yeah, well you know I can't say no to Gary. Besides his wife hates these functions."

Tylo was desperately looking for Gary to rescue her, when she heard her name and turned around. When she did the photographer snapped a picture of her with Bradley. Gary was making his way to Tylo when he saw the picture taken; he knew that was not a good thing. It was time for them to leave, but the damage had already been done.

Gary approached Tylo, "Ready to go."

Tylo replied, "More than you'll ever know."

She looked at Bradley, "It was nice to see you."

Bradley once again grabbed Tylo's arm and pulled her close to him to whisper, "I am so sorry."

Tylo broke away from his embrace and left to catch up with Gary as the tears threaten to spill down her face.