An accident at my place? said Bette.. What kind of accident?
I dont know exactly said Alice I didnt get the whole story..
Well, what story did you get? asked Bette looking at Alice
I just heard that she was working at your gallery and had an accident.they took her to the hospital.
*****.here we are talking about suing someone.and here she is.she has a reason to sue me.for getting hurt on my property
Is she at the main hospital? asked Tina
Yea..I think so said Alice
Tina looked at Bette. Come on and she pulled her towards the bedroom so they could put their shoes on. Lets go see what happened
UmTinaI dont really care what happened..I dont wanna know.as long as she doesnt try to sue me or something.
You dont care what happened.how can you say that?
Easy.watch said Bette as she pointed to her own mouth.. IIII..DDOONNTT CCAARREEsee that was very easy..
Smartass.I would like to make sure she isnt dying or something.
If it were that bad, I think someone wouldve called me by nowseeing as how she was working on my property
Bette Porterget your shoes on.you are coming with me to the hospital
No I am notwe have company said Bette as she pointed to the kitchen.
They can wait.this is important.
I dont see the importance of going to see that woman.after she tried to get to us.
Well, you saw the importance of seeing a friend of hers paintings
Baby, T, that was differentthat is my jobthat is what I do said Bette
And she was doing her job.at your gallery.when she got hurt.now come on said Tina as she grabbed Bettes hand and proceeded to the kitchen to tell everyone..what they were doing.
Lyndsay, Melanie, our home is your home while we are not here.eat whatever you like.use anything you want.And Alicestay out of my closetok?
What? I dont snoopIm not a snooper.
Yea ok said Bette before she grabbed her keys and her purse..
In the car:

Babytry to be nice said Tina.
Look, the only reason I looked at Yolandas paintings is because it was business.not because Candace asked me to
I know.I know said Tina as she looked out the windowthe rest of the way there.
Once they arrived, they headed into the ER.and up to the desk.
Can I help you? asked the assistant.
We are looking for Candace Jewell.I think she was brought in by ambulancebut I am not sure.
Are you a relative of hers?
No mamwe are not. answered Tina
Thank the great lord for that said Bette.
Tina turned and gave Bette the shut up look
What? asked Bette..
Nono mam..we arent relativesjust friends. said Tina
Friends dont ***** friends said Bette.
Once again, she received the shut up look..but it was much more intense.
Mamwhat is your nameI can let her brother know that you are here
Oh yea..her brother is a doctor here.ummy name is Tina Kennardand this is my wife.Bette Porter
Oh.. said the assistant as she looked away in disgust. I will let Dr. Jewell know that you are here.
Thank you said Tina as she turned away.
What a ***** said Bette as she turned and walked with Tina to the seats available.they both sat down.
Why must you be like that? asked Tinaas she looked at Bette
Like what? Didnt you see the way she looked away in disgust when you told her that I was your wife? asked Bette.
Im not talking about that. said Tina.
Then what are you referring to?
About Candace..
ShitI have this uneasy feeling about thisthat is all..I think she is trying weasel her way back into our lives.
For Gods sake Bette.the woman just got hurt.we arent even sure how bad.she could be lying in the dying.
And the problem with that is what? asked Bette as she shifted in her seat.
Bette Porter.I cant believe that you just said that.
Wellbelieve itand I will say a lot more.when I find out what is going on with her.
You always think negative about everyone. said Tina
Look, I dont want to fight about this..I dont always think negative about everyonejust her. said Bette as she stood and walked over to the window to look out.Tina followed Bette I dont know what this feeling is aboutbut I think you are wrong.
I may be said Bette looking at Tina.. and I may not be..
Tina Kennard.Bette Porter said the assistant after she opened the door..
They both turned.and out walked Dr..Jewell.
DrJewell.how is Candace? I mean what happened? asked Tina as she walked up to him.
She was working at Miss Porters gallery.and passed out on the machinerywhile it was running.
Bette turned around and walked up to him. Passed out while it was running? Did the machine do any damage
No mam.she is fine.
Im talking about to my gallery?
Bette Tina said as she turned around.
What? asked Bette.
Cant you.for one time.be caring of someone else besides yourself? asked Tina
I amIm concerned about you and my friends said Bette.
Tina turned back around. Pleaseexcuse my wifeshe seems to be really moody (and she turned to look at Bette when she said the word moody..) today.
Its okayCandace is fine..she just passed out and hit her headshe has a minor concussion.she will be okay
Thank god said Tina
Bette just shuttered damn.. she thought to herself.
Actually, Miss Porter.Candy has been asking for you since she woke up. said Dr. Jewell.
What? Tina and Bette both said in unison.
I saidshe wanted me to call you, Bette
Tina looked back at Bette..and Bette shrugged her shoulders.. I told you so is all she said..
Can I tell her that you will be in with her in a few minutes. asked Dr. Jewell
***** said Bette
Tina looked at Bette. Atleast see what she wants said Tina.
You sure are giving the dragon lady the benefit of the doubt. said Bette
Tell her that Bette will be in there in a few minutesthanks said Tina
Bette opened her mouth as to say. I cant believe you volunteered for me.
Dr..Jewell walked away and disappeared into the back..
GoddamitTinawhy did you do that? asked Bette
Just go see her
I believe that you are being too trustful of this woman.. said Bette
Maybe so.but go injust the same
Bette let out a large sigh. *****.ok.but Im gonna come back later and tell you that I told you so. and she walked to the door..opening it she stepped over the threshold..
Dr. Jewell immediately walked up to her.. Miss Porter.I know that you dont like my sister.and I have no idea why she wanted to see you.but..she did.so please.just humor her.
She is full of humor these days, doc. said Bette Now..pleaseshow me to her roomso that I can get this over with and leave as soon as possible.
Very well said Dr. Jewell as he turned to go to his sis room.
They arrived.. Candy umMiss Porteris here he said from outside the curtain.
I knew she would comesend her in please.. said Candace.
Bette just shook her head, grabbed the curtainand walked inside.
Candace said Bette.
I am so sorry.I think I may have destroyed a couple of your bushes at the gallery.
Well, I guess you can fix that later.Ive already paid you and I hope it covers accidents too said Bette.very to the point.
Um..yes.
Great..so Im gonna go now ..now that this is cleared up. said Bette before she turned around
Waitcan you help me please. said Candace
Bette exhaled loudly. With what? she turned back around.
I..I need to go to the restroomjust help me walk thereI promise I wont ask for you to hold my hand said Candace.
INodont they have nurses here for that? asked Bette
They are all busyI just heard them before you came inthere was a bad accident.and they brought two of the passengers here..
Cant you wait? asked Bette.
UmIm sorry to saybut no
Fuckalright what do I need to do?
She motioned Bette over to the side of the bed. she leaned up and moved her legs in front of Bette. Now, put ur arms around my backand when I say gopull me up, okay? said Candace.
God.I have to touch you..? said Bette
Yesunfortunately for you.now.hold on tight.Candace put her arms around Bettes neck..
Now go.. said Candace..and Bette pulled her up.and their bodies made contactwhile looking into each others eyes
What tha.. said Tina as she peeked through the curtain..she was loud enough that Bette and Candace looked at her

Tbc…..