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    “…the eternal rocks beneath…” Ch. 31

    June was three months away.  Tina counted the weeks she would be gone on her rounds to each of her restaurants across the States. She wouldn’t be back to LA until the middle of April. She circled the weekend she had promised Frankie a camping trip, and noted both their birthdays in the month of May.  If she was going to cater Helena’s and Bette’s museum opening in June, she knew she needed to get down to the facility soon to get a sense of the layout, the kitchen facilities.  And given how busy she would be most of April and May, she guessed she had better take care of it before she left on her rounds.  Besides, she hadn’t had a chance to get down to south Los Angeles and check the place out or see Bette’s office.

    “What are you planning?” Kate asked.  She had come into the kitchen of their apartment where Tina leaned on the counter studying her calendar.

    “A catering job.”

    “Really?  I didn’t know you were branching off into catering.  When did you decide that?” Kate asked.

    “I’m not really branching off.  It’s a job I’ve been asked to do.”

    Kate glanced down at the calendar, saw the date circled in June.  She had overheard Helena and Peggy talking at the carnival along with that other woman…what was her name?  Something Porter…the one that had injured her foot…Kate looked up at Tina.  “I see.  It’s for Helena’s museum, isn’t it?”

    “Yes.”

    Kate rolled her eyes.  “I should have guessed.”  She went to the refrigerator and cursed.  “This damn ice maker has stopped working again.”

    Tina came over to take a look, pulled the refrigerator out a bit and fiddled with the water line that fed into the unit.  “Filter’s probably clogged.  I’ll swing by the hardware store and get a new one before going in.  Can you use the ice cube trays until then?”

    “I guess.  It’s so blasted hot today and Albert said he’d like to take a drive out toward Fullerton to look for some existing citrus groves where we might do some of the location shots, and I wanted to fill up my cooler with ice and water before we hit the road.”

    “Guess you’ll need to swing into a gas station and get a bag of ice,” Tina said.  She pushed the refrigerator back. “I’m glad by the way that things are working out for you, Kate. I know this project has had you all tied up in knots.”

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      • My, my, my! What an awesome chapter. As you know my dear, I have a soft spot for Tina in whatever iteration I’m reading. She has always been to me the epitome of someone that has been strong, yet gentle person with a deep understanding of people with a forgiveness not possessed by others and with that easy smile that just lights up her face and those of others around her. Everytime I started to write a comment during the last two weeks the story just grabbed my throat and squeezed my heart till tears that I didn’t know I still had nearly choked me. I could see that little girl that you described to us early in the story and that was physically abused from every corner by those that should have loved her until their last breath but they only sought to hurt her. I’ve never understood people that could hurt children then blame the children for making the do those things. A sickness I’ll never understand and aggravated ignorance. Loved Bette telling off kate and making the little troll back up and be afraid for once; a bit of her own medicine. Payback is a Bitch with a capital B as in Bette Porter. You said it would be SHREDS and indeed it was. I had such feelings of pride for Bette as she told kate off and she was freaking awesome in her tirade. And when she turned to Tina and asked her to do it for the little girl that couldn’t protect herself and allow those others to abuse her just to stay alive, just broke my heart. And when she realized what Bette was asking her to do and smiled so big at Bette and said, I’ve got this Honey.” Well the tissue box was almost empty. BenMac you have written another awesome story that I will not want to see end. I loved these characters as you have written them with such depth of character and the developent of each one, and such emotion it’s simply amazing. I don’t have enough words to explain to you what this story has meant to me. Loved every word you’ve written. Thanks again.

    1. Ah, sweet freedom! So glad that Kate got sent packing.

      Those six weeks are going to seem like an eternity. I’m sure Buckley and her minions will be up to no good in the interim. And that “surge protector” that Tina noticed behind the fridge, I hope it doesn’t slip her mind the way that figuring out who the electrician was has slipped Bette and Kelly’s.

      And speaking of Kelly… the woman is dumber than a pile of rocks, and far less interesting. Was she really flirting with Tina? Goodness!

      Gonna be a long two weeks, BenMac, but thank you for the long post!

    2. Yes!!!!! Kate is gone.
      God, I’m so glad that she is out of the picture. And Tina she finally embraced her innerchild.

      Now it is time for Jodi to find someone else, she is a sweet woman but T&B belong together.

      It was such a intense chapter you wrote for us, thank you.

      Good luck the next two weeks , wil mis the story.

    3. WOW!!! What a powerful chapter! Bette is the voice of the margins and she gives voice to small, dirty, hungry, innocent child in all of us. BenMac, you have out done yourself. Now, we will wait the two weeks needed to gather our thoughts and insights for this story. Do you need an graduate assistant to help with the paper grading? I volunteer, lol. Anything to get you back to writing for us. OMG, am I being as selfish as Kate? PPS

    4. Not enough pages! But hell, chock full!
      I’m so proud of our girls – alll of them!!!!
      BenMac – bless your soul – you’ll find a way to safety for China and the rest… ;)
      Someone has to find that “bomb” behind the fridgerator!
      There’s gotta be fingerprints all over that equipment in that kitchen! Forensics to the rescue! Call CSI – or better yet NCIS – get Abby on the case ASAP! But whatever you do – please don’t forget to remember – we’re waitin’ on your ass! (spoken w/ true southern charm)(of course)

    5. You’ve done it again, my friend. This chapter was off-the-charts-friggin-brilliant! From Esmeralda Ruiz’s emotionally profound statement about China, which for all intents and purposes was a reflecting moment for Bette. The teasing eroticism of of Tina in her leathers. The nostalgia of the letters, Rusty, viewing Miriam’s portrait together reminiscing about the ice cream shop in the holding cell. The angst of the confrontation with the bible thumping fucktards. Bette and Tina’s undying love & friendship at the forefront of it all. And then there was this (I was fist pumping like a epileptic) – “I’m fucking Bette Porter is who I am and I’m your worst goddamn nightmare you pint sized Mussolini-wanna-be….!” Wooo hooo! Ain’t nothing finer than an Alpha Bette! Peace out, Kate! Don’t let the door knob hit ya where the good Lord split ya! Not to mention how sweet it is that Bette was the one help Tina realize her inner strength, where all others have failed, to lift the veil that’s clouded her vision, allowing her to embrace that dusty, bruised little girl, finally deserving of her self worth.

      This is sure going to be a long two weeks for many of us. If I can tempt you, I have a red pen, I’ll grade and you can write chapter 32? Win, win! ;)

    6. That was awesome and funny love it. Glad Tina is dump Kate and now she can be happy and thanks to Bette for that. Buckley need to be gone too, please post more, thanks,

    7. Ding dong the bitch is gone wow I could feel bettes temper rising while reading this chapter so fuckin proud of tina I don’t think I can wait two week for a update so back to rereading from the beginning pps.

    8. I don’t post often, but with this story I ad to. Just want to say, you are one hell of a writer. What a great story. I don’t ever want it to end. Your writing just draws you in like you are right there with. all the folks in the story. Its amazing. Thank you so much for this great story

    9. Kate? Which kate?! :-p 2 weeks?!? Oh man! It’s like a slap on the head to make me go out more often and not sticking my nose on this site! Mean, no way!! :-) but you have things to do and well, as many has offered before, if there’s an opening for assisting the grading, may I apply also? :-) LOL anyway, I enjoy this update! Heck! I always enjoy reading your update BenMac! Thanks!! Ya. This one longer than usual… But the waiting also longer 8-/ anyway I love sexy witty Tina! I don’t like that group of men who have no shame to beat any woman regardless of whatever reason! Well, basically don’t like violence!! I hope Tina will know that extra fuse is a fraud and it won’t blast or hurt anyone. Tina’s wake up call and Bette protectiveness are a long waited chapter, though my perception of chewing gums is a bit distasteful now :-p lol I super enjoy reading this chapter… Thanks so much BenMac!! Looking forward to the next update ;-) happy grading :-p

    10. This chapter was wonderful. So many time you gad me laughing out loud. Loved seeing the Bette Porter temper. So glad Tina found her worth and confidence. Wonder what happened to China? So many great lines in this chapter, BenMac! You have set some things in motion here that I can’t wait to see come about. Looking forward to your next post in two weeks. Thanks for sharing your time and creativity with us.

    11. Two weeks? I do not know how I’m gonna make it without this wonderful story? I might re-read it! : P
      You’re brilliant Benmac. the emotions, in this chapter hit of the roof again.
      I loved it: when Bette and Esmeralda has helped for China to see the real evil in the world.
      you just tease it? Tina in leather dress? -poor Bette : D
      I leaned against the laughter as Bette even smaller gnomes made ​​out of Kate. It was brilliant beyond words, it was worth the wait;-)
      It was totally true: Bette just had to fight her own demons to be able to help Tina. she was the only one who knew and understood that the little Tina to be protected.
      I’m looking forward to the next chapter. I can feel the withdrawal symptoms start :-)
      Benmac hurry back :-)

    12. What another wonderful update! Love this story sooooo much! Will be hard to wait 2 weeks, but with all that extra grading help maybe you’ll finish early and be able to post sooner than expected ;) This was such a thought provoking chapter so many issues brought to the fore. Love the reflecting that was done, Bette and Esme, Esme and China, China within her own thoughts, Bette and Tina, Tina within her thoughts, they all add such depth to the story. I love the humor and the sweetness and the love that is shown, even if it was in a rather angry and violent way. You are such a brilliant writer, that you are able to paint a masterpiece or craft an oscar winning movie with your words. That is the depth that you involve the reader every time you write. You provided another clue about the possibility of Buckley hiring the wiring of the kitchen and setting a trap. I know that there is probably angst and tragedy coming but my hope is that China will intervene, or that at least the fires of hell don’t swallow up our heroes. I’m hoping for Bette to complete self reflection (whether self initiated or brought on by tragedy) and stand up for what she really needs in her life. Hopefully, this occurs before Tina leaves for six weeks and then maybe Bette can travel with her as they renew their love. Thanks again for another wonderful update looking forward to your next post!!!

    13. Hahahaaaaaa…”you cocky little gum smacking dwarf”…I can absolutely hear Bette Porter (JB) saying that. Well done BenMac! You had both Bette and Tina download on Kate and lord knows she deserved it. I don’t know what I’m going to do for 2 weeks. I suspect I will go into withdrawal next Saturday/Sunday, but I understand your end of semester load as I come from a family full of teachers. I’ll still be here when you get back.

    14. great.!!!!!!! love it, teh way that they call each other, baby and honey its like they cant hepl it,…
      I imagine Tina in that leather outfit and its a good picture … 2 weeks its to long but you have to do what you have to do…

    15. Another brilliant chapter. 2 weeks, I hate when life gets in the way. I w[ll wait but not patiently. Please message me rand tell me what chapter you explained how Tina felt after her mother died

    16. Hey Jackiee,
      I can’t seem to figure out how to message you on this new site. But I think the chapter you want is 24, near the end when Tina is having her last session with her doctor and the doctor keeps telling Tina her real injury isn’t losing Bette, but her mother, because that was the first woman to abandon her. If that isn’t the portion you mean, let me know. Thanks for reading and commenting. I remember our discussion way back when with “Bette’s Second Grade Crush,” and you should know I thought of you when I was outlining this current story and the tragedy of Tina’s mother’s death.

    17. Thanks for making good on your promise to show Bette shredding Kate. Never saw so much confetti in my life! It was wonderful seeing Bette reach out to Tina and give her the confidence to break up with Kate. I hope Tina digs deep to help Bette fight her demons too.

    18. Thanks for another brilliant chapter. I’m so glad to see that Tina is starting to take care of herself. She just needed that encouragement from Bette. I’m going to go through withdrawal waiting for your next post!

    19. I recalled a few chapters ago where you posted in your Author’s notes that we would see some parallel moments that echo the experiences of the girls from days past. So it wasn’t surprising that I was reading this chapter with the words that Cybill Shepherd’s Phyllis says to Katherine Moennig’s Shane “Have you ever heard the expression ‘past is prelude?'” playing over and over in my head.

      That being said, I’m looking forward to a new ferris wheel scene and wondering if that old Impala is stored in some garage somewhere. But my heart aches for Jodi who has been nothing short of wonderful in this story, if not borderline masochistic. It’s hard to be in a one-sided relationship, especially when you know there is no future for you two despite your every hope and prayer for the contrary. It’s self-destructive to believe that you can love enough for both people.

      I would venture to say that Bette and Tina are already emotionally cheating on Jodi and Kate (though she’s not an issue anymore), which is just as damaging as the physical aspect of infidelity, and in some cases, even worse. Bette just needs to let Jodi go instead of stringing her along which will only end up causing more pain and damage in the long run. I hope she can man up soon and do what needs to be done before she and Tina fall deeper into the rabbit hole.

    20. BenMac thank you for this great chapter. Finally that bitchy Kate was gone for good. Now we’ll just wait to see how Bette and Tina can rekindle their love again and hopefully is very soon with no one hurts especially to Jodi. Will wait patiently for what you have installed for us soon.

    21. Just now catching up with this epic ride you have created. I appreciate how you can take on many characters in your story. I know that is a hard thing to do. I like your pacing, your descriptions, your interactions and overall as you guessed, your story. Thanks! Blackbird

    22. Where do I start with such an exceptional chapter..oh I knew with these lines… “Who am I?” she repeated the question, her voice rising in volume.  “I’m fucking Bette Porter is who I am and I’m your worst goddamn nightmare you pint-sized Mussolini-wanna-be tin-pot dictator!”

      You’re done, you cocky little gum smacking dwarf! I swear I’m gonna slap you so hard you spit that gum out and then I’m gonna shove it up your ass so far that every time you fart you’ll blow a bubble outta your asshole!”

      “Oh hell!” Captain Williams threw her hands in the air.  “Is this some stupid dyke drama I’ve stepped into, Helena? Crap! I should’ve stayed on my narcotics beat. At least the junkies and the pushers aren’t so damn emotional and bitchy.  Now would you ladies please knock it off and go home before I arrest every one of you and throw all your asses in jail! You included, my friend.” Tasha pointed to Helena.

      Hahahahahahahahahahahahhahahahahahahhahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahhahahahahahahahahahahahahaahahhahahahahahlololololololololololohahahahahahahah

      Classic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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