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The Settlement – Chapter 2
The Settlement
Chapter 2
Previously…
They say time heals all wounds…I’m still waiting. Months have come and gone since that fateful night. I can’t wait for time anymore. Soon the papers would be delivered. It’s the least I can do for her. She deserves to be free.
Free of the vestiges of my failure – from the chaos of our chasm.
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There are some weeks that stretch seemingly forever and it’s tempting to wish them away. Unfortunately, I was in the midst of one and couldn’t wait for it to be over. This only meant more time to regress and mull over what was and what went wrong.
If it weren’t only Tuesday…I sigh and shake my head with purpose hoping to jolt myself out of this stupor.
I smile remembering Alice’s impact on my mood during the opening last weekend. The moments of levity in her company made the success of the evening more meaningful. It’s a wonder we continue to be great friends after everything. Perhaps the fact that we were involved once helped me welcome her into my circle of events coupled by her willingness to be present for me.
With regard to the others, initially there was an unspoken agreement that they align themselves with the wronged party. Surely that was befitting. I wouldn’t have it any other way.
As time passed the contact dwindled in large part because of my conscious effort to limit the interaction. It awarded relief from any discomfort they felt surrounding Tina & giving her support she deserved.
If not for Kit being the Planet’s proprietor, the occasion to bump into them would have been further minimized. Truth be told, I somewhat found comfort in this limited exchange as I didn’t relish having to explain myself given the inevitable inquiry of ‘why’.
Cowardly behavior on my part I know, contrary to the typical more assertive and self-proclaimed ‘adult’ that I am, but I was still struggling with that myself. The ‘why’ I mean. In addition, I hesitate having to see the disappointment mirrored in their eyes. My own was enough to sustain a fleet.
“I wish you at least let Dana & Shane join me tonight – they wanted to see you and share in your success.†Alice said.
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(23 votes, average: 4.57 out of 5)
I’m really enjoying your story. Thanks for the insight into the mind of Bette Porter. Please continue!
I love your story. Bette seems to be so alone, it’s sad and may be good for her right now. I’ll wait your next post. Thank you.
Sylcat42 or maybeyes.
well i think you don’t have many comments because it’s just the begining and we wait to see what’s next but it’s good so you have to continue :)
Please continue I would like to see what Bette was thinking all this time they were apart.. I like the way you are doing this Post soon
I actually really like your writing style, and I am totally enjoying this perspective. Please continue…please.
Your story is excellent. It is very well written and has obviously been proofread, which is always a treat. Please continue your story, as I have really gotten into it. As for feedback from the masses, have patience, it will come once they discover this story. Sometimes it just takes some folks longer to warm up to a story. Thanks.
I still like it, but the writer need to choose what she wants to do.
I like the direction that this is taking. It’s very well written, please continue.
This is a great story. i love the way you write this Bette. please continue…and we’ll keep reading. thank you
yes please continue I like it so keep going.
I like the story, although I would like more of what the settelment is, I mean I see your getting there but maybe just a quick veiw of what has gotten them to that point.What tina wants and what bette is giving her. But I want to read your take on there first meeting.
K
Another great chapter, great job.
I like your story, its well written.
Thank you.
I’m enjoying your story. Awaiting your next post…in other words, please continue!