Dionne: Mercedes had no idea that Russ and I were together, and though I did get a little anxious, perhaps this would help to clarify what Russ and I were really feeling though, so I went along with it.

Mercedes: Russ had just transferred me to my baby sister.... what is this about? I'd find out sooner or later, but anyways, I had a tour to get ready for. I talked with Dionne, and assured her that this was not me stealing her boyfriend, it wouldn't end up that way either, the last thing that was on my mind was men right now. We said our I love you's and got off the phone, she hadn't been very reassured by our conversation.