They lay on their sides facing each other, kissing and smiling in the aftermath of the mornings events.

I know we have to talk, but I think we had to do this too, Bette grinned as she ran her hand down Tinas side.

We cant let it go too long. This or talking, Tina moved the palm of her hand between Bettes ***** and let it linger on her stomach.

Lets just lie here for a few minutes before we both have to get ready to go again, Bette suggested.

Tina rolled to face away from her and then scooted back and drew Bettes arm over her as they spooned, their legs tangled together.

Just a few minutes, Tina agreed. We both have other things to take care of out in the real world. But Ill take this world for just a few more minutes.

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Bette was the first to rise, as her schedule did not allow for a prolonged respite from daily responsibilities.

Im just going to take two minutes in the shower and then I have to run, she kissed Tina on the nose as she got up from the bed.

Any interest in taking, say, four minutes in the shower? Tina asked with a grin.

Bette smiled in response. We awoke something in you today didnt we?

Our lack of ***** hasnt been for my lack of interest, it was all about the morning sickness keeping me back. Ive been unbelievably horny since about week six of this pregnancy. Tina shrugged as if searching for an explanation. You just havent been around to witness it.

Okay, now youre really making me feel badly about my work schedule Bette started.

No, no, thats not what Im trying to do, Tina interrupted. Im just experiencing a lot of different things right now, and I want to be able to share them with you. To have you be as much a part of this pregnancy as possible. We conceived of this child together, but at times, I feel like Im doing this on my own.

Im glad youre telling me this.

Its like you parade me around when someone else enters the picturelike Melvin. Youre making time to let him know about this pregnancy and wondering how he is going to feel, but you havent been taking the time to see how Ive been feeling.

The conversation was clearly steering away from any opportunity for additional fun in the shower this morning.

Speaking of Melvin, what are you wearing to supper tonight? Bette asked as she slipped her bathrobe on and pinned up her hair. Im just going to wear what Im wearing to work, oh that reminds me I have to pick the pieces up off the kitchen floor.

Its going to be such a warm evening, I thought Id wear that tan sun dress, Tina said as Bette started toward the kitchen.

Youre not serious, Bette stopped and turned to make this statement. You – youre not wearing that dress.

Whats wrong with that dress? Tina asked, clearly annoyed with Bettes apparent contempt regarding her selection for the evening.

I, you know, I – Ill just pick something else out, Bette decided in a matter of fact way.

Bette, Im capable of dressing myself. I dont need your input regardless of who our supper companion is. Tina. Was. Pissed. Why dont you just go shower. Ill get our suits and hang them in the bathroom so the steam will relax the fabric. I want to make a decent impression on this Helena Peabody. The availability of this financing will decide whether or not the movie proceeds. Tina rose from the bed and hastily pulled the covers back to neaten the appearance of the room. She moved with short choppy actions, which only served as an exclamation point to her anger at Bette.

Tina, Im sorry, its just that the sundress Bette tried to defend her earlier deplorable behaviour.

Bette, stop, Tina would have none of it. We both have places to be. With that, she pulled her own robe on and walked by Bette to the kitchen to retrieve their clothes, which only hours earlier, had been discarded in the midst of the expression of their passion.

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Once again, the mood was tense once both women had finished with their showers. They silently angled for position in the bathroom mirror to complete the task of getting ready for their respective days when Bette paused.

I had a lot of fun this morningyou know. Up to the point where I turned into a thoughtless *****.

Yeah, wellrecognition of the problem is the first step on the road to recovery. Tina was not going to make this easy on Bette.

T, Im trying to say Im sorry.

Yeah, well, sometimes I get sick of hearing that youre sorry and would rather you didnt make such stupid comments to begin with. I may be carrying your child, but Im not your child. I deserve and expect to be treated with more respect than you showed me this morning.

Okay, I deserve that. And you deserve better, Bette conceded. Can I have a good-bye kiss? I really do have to go.

Tina turned from the mirror and offered Bette a peck on the cheek.

Okay, I guess Ill have to take that as my kiss Bette said sadly.

Sorry, Im not very affectionate when Im angry.

I promise I wont give you any reason to be angry later. I love you, Bette stroked Tinas cheek with the back of her hand as she spoke these words. And I love you too little one. She patted Tinas belly lightly, then left the bathroom to get to work.

Tina muttered to herself, this time sure Bette was out of earshot. That woman can be so ***** frustrating