Chapter 51

Two weeks later:

For the last week Bette had woken up in the middle of the night screaming. She relives the scene over and over again. She hears the shot and then Tina falling to the ground. And its not just during the night, every once in a while the flashes will appear. She hadnt told this to Tina, she just wanted to Tina to get better and finally come home again. She would talk to her later. But that time never came.

Bette and Tina are driving home from the hospital. Shane is babysitting Angelica while Bette got Tina. They pull up in the driveway.

Bette jumps out of the car and walks over to Tinas side and opens the door. She takes her hand and helps her out. They walk up to the door. Tina stops and pulls Bette in close.

It seems weve been here before. Tina says in a serious tone.

Yeah so it seems. Bette replies and pulls Tina into a hug.

Tina is still not healed properly in her shoulder, the wound has healed but the pain is still there, and it affects her ability to use her left arm. She wears a sling on it. To get the most rest to it.

They walk inside where Shane is lying on the floor playing with Angelica.

Hey guys. Shane says smiling. Im trying to teach her hi-fiveing. Shes not taking it. Shane says as she stands up and smiles.

Bette and Tina smiles.

I just fed her, so shes good to go and I have also just changed her diaper, so shes good to go there too. Shane says.

Thanks again Shane. Bette says.

Its nothing, I love spending time with her. Shane replies.

Bette moves in and gives Shane a hug.

So, Tina how are you holding up, glad to be home? Shane says.

Yeah, its great to be home, and Im good, nothing I cant handle. Tina says and smiles.

Well, Ill get out of here. I promised to meet Carmen down at the Planet. Shane says and grabs her jacket.

Yeah, sure, and Thanks again Shane, I cant say that enough. Bette says again.

Youre very welcome. Shane smiles and walks out.

That leaves you and me and this little angel. Bette says as she picks up a smiling Angelica. She kisses her on the cheek. She turns to Tina and Tina leans in and kisses Angelica too. While Tina kisses and hugs Angelica Bette cant help but get teary. Tina sees that as soon as she pulls away from Angelica.
Baby whats wrong? Tina asks in a worried voice.