When they arrive, Alex says to Piper, "I have always wanted to check this place out, Nicky ate here and all she did was rave about Red and the filet mignon for about a week."

"Well I'm glad you approve. I have known Red nearly all my life and she is like a second mother to me. She is very excited to be hosting us tonight," grins Piper never letting go of Alex's hand.

When they walk inside, Piper sees Red and Dmitri's son Yuri is the host. Piper walks up and greets Yuri with a hug. "Hey Piper! Good to see you!" "You too Yuri, long time no see! Yuri this is my friend Alex, Alex this is Red's middle son Yuri," says Piper doing the introductions. Yuri extends his hand to shake Alex's hand, "Nice to meet you Alex. Any friend of Piper's is a friend of the Reznikovs. Mom has you all set up with a table, come on I'll show you where it is." Piper and Alex follow Yuri through the restaurant to a quiet area in the back near the fireplace. There is an intimate table for two set up for Piper and Alex. Yuri places two menus on the table and retreats back to the front to greet more guests.

Just then Red appears at the table wearing her white chef's hat and pulls Piper in for a hug. "Piper dear, I'm so happy to see you, let me take a look at you," Red says stepping back. For the first time Red seems to notice Alex standing at the opposite side of the table, "And who do we have here, Piper?" Red remembers speaking with Piper earlier on the phone and her saying that she was bringing someone special with her tonight. Piper gives Red a big smile and introduces the two women.

"Well girls, I do have a special treat for you tonight, I have a three course meal all planned out for you. Alex, is there a special way you like your steaks to be cooked? Piper likes hers medium, but I can prepare it however you like." "Medium is perfect for me as well, thank you Red" answers Alex. Red gives Piper a smile and a wink before she heads back to the kitchen to prepare their meal. A waiter appears with a bottle of Merlot and salads for Piper and Alex. The women enjoy each other's company sipping wine and eating. The conversation is just so easy, it feels as though they have known each other for years rather than just a couple of days. Before long, their entrees are delivered, which is filet mignon, grilled baby red potatoes, and asparagus as well as another bottle of Merlot. Eventually, the waiter arrives with the final course which is a giant molten chocolate lava cake for them to share for dessert. Alex scoops up a big bite of the lava cake on her fork and leans over offering it to Piper. Piper takes the bite greedily, licks her lips, and makes a small little moaning sound. "This is delicious, oh my god Alex, try some!" Alex's eyes darken as she stares at Piper's mouth as she enjoys the dessert. Piper grabs a forkful and holds it out offering it to Alex. Alex lifts her eyebrow and smirks at Piper before taking the bite from the fork.

They are about halfway through the dessert when Red comes back to their table. "How was everything girls? "Everything was great, Red you really outdid yourself tonight," Piper says smiling. "Yeah Red that steak was amazing, and this dessert is simply sinful," agrees Alex. Alex excuses herself to use the restroom leaving Piper and Red alone.

"So…Alex huh? How long has this been going on?" asks Red

"Actually we just met the day before yesterday, but somehow it feels like a lot longer—I really like her Red."

Red chuckles deeply, "Piper you know I always support you in any choices you make and judging by that look on your face, I think you are making the right choice with her."

Piper grins at Red grabbing her purse, "Thank you so much for tonight Red, everything was perfect, how much do I owe you?"

"Don't be silly Piper, I love you and I love cooking for you, it's on the house. Now I have to get back to the kitchen before Dmitri starts a fire or something," Red says with a laugh.

"Bye Red, and thanks again for everything."

Alex returns from the restroom and they leave. It is only 9:30 so Alex suggests they take a walk in through Bryant Park's winter market. Alex grabs Piper's hand and they set off for the short walk to Bryant Park. Once there, Alex buys them each a cup of hot apple cider as they walk and enjoy the beautiful Christmas lights spread throughout the park. They browse the booths and giggle trying on strange hats and masks. After about an hour, Alex notices Piper shiver slightly and she says, "Hey, you're cold, let's go somewhere warm, how about a coffee shop or a bar? Or we could go to my place, I just bought a new cappuccino machine…" "That sounds good," Piper interrupts, "I love a good cappuccino." Alex smiles "My place it is then," and leads Piper out of the park.

They walk several blocks and since Piper is so absorbed in their conversation as well as the hot woman walking next to her she doesn't realize where they are until Alex stops and says "Well here we are." Piper looks up and is shocked, "You live here? Wow, that's great that you live so close to work!" "Yeah it's actually only Three Doors Down," Alex whispers with a smile.