As I reached the entrance I heard a familiar voice calling out my name and I knew I couldnt hide and make myself invisible and I couldnt run. This time, there was no escape

I turned around to face the person. She looked at me and smile. She had her arms wide open ready to embrace me.

I sighed and walked towards her. She held me in her arms, and I felt safe.

Tina: What are you doing here Candace?

She kissed me on my forehead and looked at me while still smiling.

Candace: Thumbs asked me to appear in one of her stories This is not the story Thumbs wanted to post… read on to find the real story!!!

Candace laughed her ***** off, one hand in her overall pocket and another holding a hammer.


Here’s the real story…


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As I reached the entrance I heard a familiar voice calling out my name and I knew I couldnt hide and make myself invisible and I couldnt run. This time, there was no escape

I didnt dare turn around. That voice. Then she called out my name for the second time; this time almost ordering me to turn around.

I turned around to face her.

Tina: Helena. What a surprise to see you here.

Helena moved closer to give me a kiss on the cheek.

Helena: I didnt know you were here in New York. What are you doing here? Why didnt you tell me you were coming?

Tina: I plan on seeing you. I made an appointment with your secretary to see you next week.

Helena: Oh ok. I havent checked with my secretary yet. But I guess I will see you then. Did you enjoy the show?

Tina: It was great actually thanks.

Helena: Did you see Bette?

Tina: Umm yeah

Helena: Are you leaving?

Tina: Yes Ill mmm See you next week Helena

Helena: Where are you staying? I can drop you off. Saves you the time to find a taxi.

Tina: Actually Im

Helena: Come on Tina. I dont mind. My limo is just waiting up front.

I turned around and saw Shane, Kit, Alice and Dana walking toward us. *****.

Tina: Well, ok. Sure. Why not?

Helena: Good. Come along now.

I climbed into Helenas limo and sat back while looking out the window. I saw Dana had one arm over Alices shoulder. She looked pretty beat to me. Alice looked rather annoyed and Kit was whistling away. The girls climbed into a limo but I dont see Bette in sight. Shane was waiting by the door looking out as if searching for someone. Maybe one of her one night stands or someone. Maybe shes just waiting for Bette. Or maybe Bette will go home with Melanie. Hmmmm. Melanie.

Helena: So where are you staying Tina?

Tina: Oh uhmm the Eastgate Tower

Helena: Ok. Richard did you hear that?

Richard (chauffeur): Certainly Miss Peabody.

I looked out of the window and smiled as I saw Bette coming out of the gallery. She had flowers in her hand and she looked rather lost. I wish I could do something to take away the pain that is obviously reflected in her eyes. Even from here I could see it in her eyes. Dont kid yourself Kennard. Shes not yours to take care of anymore. Shes with Melanie remember? Sigh. The limo started to move.

Helena: So. How long will you be staying here?

Tina: Only for a week I think. After my meeting with you next week Ill be on my way back to LA.

Helena: Why dont you stay a little bit longer eh?

Tina: I dont know. I really need to return to LA. I still have piles of work to do.

Helena: Ok. So The meeting is next week Tina. How come youre here much earlier?

Tina: I thought I could you know, make a head start. And see the show.

Helena: The show of course. Did you meet Melanie?

Tina: I, no. But I did see her tonight.

Helena: Well, they look like a perfect match dont you think?

I think about what Melanie looks like. She has shoulder length straight brunette hair. She has a wonderful smile. Her body, well, even from afar I could see how toned her muscles are on her arms. She has a beautiful figure. Her eyes not quite as mesmerizing as Bettes but still perfectly coloured and shaped. Her with Bette, they make a beautiful couple. I sighed.

Tina: I guess they do.

Helena: Do you know Melanie?

Tina: Yes Ive met her a few times.

Helena: Wow. Youre really something Tina. I dont think anyone would be as calm as you seeing their ex with such a beautiful woman. And you know, as much as she is very very interesting to talk to, I think I enjoy talking to you more

Tina: Umm. Thank you.

Helena: So, what do you say we go back to my place and talk?

Tina: Excuse me?

Helena: It really has been a while since we last talked you know. Just to catch up. What do you say?

Tina: I dont know Helena. Im pretty tired. I dont think Im going to be much fun talking to. I think Im just going to go straight to bed.

Helena: I dont mind. I mean you can come stay with me.

Richard: Miss Peabody, were here.

Helena: Ok Richard.

Helena turned to me.

Helena: So? Were here now. But I can ask Richard to turn around.

Tina: Helena, look. I know you have very good intentions but I really dont think thats such a good idea with our history.

I held the door handle about to open it but Helena gently placed her hand on mine, refusing me to go. I turned to look at her.

Helena: Tina. Its been two years since we stopped seeing each other. Things were good werent they? But I know it was bad in the end. I know that. But cant we at least be friends?

Tina: You want us to be friends?

Helena: Yes why the ***** not? We should at least be friends

I looked at her. She was looking at me with hope written all over her face. I could tell she was being sincere. But what is that behind those eyes. I could see a little mischief.

Helena: Please?

Tina: Just friends right?

Helena smiled.

Helena: Yes just friends.

Tina: Ok. I suppose we can be friends.

Helena: Good. I like that.

Tina: I really have to go now Helena. Thank you for the ride. I really appreciate it.

I climbed out of the limo. And stood in front of the door and shut it. Helena pulled the window down.

Helena: Tina. Do you have any plans tomorrow?

Tina: Tomorrow? I dont know I

Helena: Join me for breakfast?

Not quite asking and not quite telling either.

Tina: Helena!

Helena: Please. Just a friendly breakfast? Ill have Richard pick you up ok? Say around 9? So you can have a longer stay in bed?

I dont think I can win this argument with her, especially not tonight. Im really really tired. Im physically and mentally exhausted.

Tina: Ok. Ill see you tomorrow then. Thanks again for the ride.

I saw Helenas limo drove away. I felt a huge relief wash over me. Helena is someone you dont want to get too close to. My relationship with her ended because I realised that I dont love her and that the only reason I was with her in the first place was to get back at Bette. And when the revenge wore out, and when Bette left all I had left was emptiness. Empty and lonely and alone.

But I had Helena with me then. So I stayed with her hoping she could fill the void. But in the end I realised how stupid and unfair it would be to stay with someone just because you feel lonely. I dont want to be in a relationship where love does not exist. I dont want to be in a relationship where your other half is not your equal. And I dont want to be in a relationship where I would be lying next to someone but my mind and body is responding to someone else. So I ended our relationship and stopped seeing each other. Helena didnt take it nicely. But she said she would only agree to it if it was the best for both of us; which it is. Any communications we have had since then had only been about Helenas interests in the Social Justice Programme.

The lift to level 22 took longer than anticipated. I could feel the energy that I had had float away, little by little. My knees were giving up on me, my body drained. Finally the door to the lift opened. A few more feet then Id be in the confines of my hotel room, my own space where I can be in my own world by myself. This day had been a rollercoaster ride for me. My mind and my heart not able to agree on things.

The lighting in the corridor was bleak, much like how I am feeling tonight. I havent felt this drained in a long time. I looked at the numbers on the doors as I past them 2213, 2215, 2217, 2219, aaahhh. Finally, my room; 2221. I inserted the card into the keyhole and the indicator turned green. If only problems could be solved that easy I pushed the door open and turned the lights on. Dropped my purse on the table and turned the TV on.

I dont know what happened next, but the next thing I knew was me, again, sweating profusely, waking up from the same dream that had been haunting me in my sleep.













Im sorry guys. I know Im going to get poor rating for this Practical JokeI was just having a little bit of fun. I know Im going to have a few rotten tomatoes or more being thrown at me NOW! Its been a long time since I played a little practical joke on everyone. So please dont kill me for this. I was going to put Tonya instead of Candace… but then I thought Well bring the old wound back… so thats where Candace came in. lol. Well I think by my putting Candaces name in the first place would give a VERY soft blow for those who hates Helena Omg I feel so evil now. Apologies especially to Chinesegirl who loathes Candace lol. Do u want me to say her name once more?!?! Lol.

Ok Ill sit by the corner now (chanting Please dont hate me) and be ready for my punishment. Whatever it will be  If u want to kill me… Please be gentle ;) And please forward all death threats to thumbseigne@yahoo.co.uk