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Comfort Enough
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Tina paced the living room floor, pressing her palms into her lower back, trying to get some reprieve from the pain that settled there. She’d overdone it today, been on her feet too long assembling voter registration packets at the Center, and she was paying the price. She’d tried a heating pad and done some yoga stretches, but still she could get no relief. Which meant she could get no sleep.
The conversation with Bette on Friday night had really shaken her, bringing out in the open all of the subtle undercurrents that had been running between them. Glances held too long or suddenly and shyly averted. Smiles that conveyed more than words could say. Lingering touches filled with longing. It was no secret that Tina still loved Bette. No matter how angry or upset she had been, she never denied that and saw no point in trying to. But love wasn’t the problem. If it had been, all of this might have been much simpler. Tina could have moved beyond the wounds of Bette’s infidelity, accepted her wife’s contrition, and they would have picked up where they left off, sadder but wiser. Unfortunately, it was trust that was at issue. And knowing whether she was able to put aside her fears and open herself to Bette was as big a puzzle to Tina now, as it had been when they first separated five months ago.
Hearing Bette ask for another chance had stirred up all of the familiar doubts. Did Tina want to try again? Did she have enough faith in Bette to risk everything? And, if not, could she really walk away from Bette forever? There was much that Tina wasn’t sure about. And yet there was one thing she had come to realize for certain. So when she sat across the table from Helena at dinner two nights ago, Tina explained that she couldn’t see her any more.
Tina hadn’t planned on saying anything. She hadn’t even known that she had something specific to say. But when Helena leaned in to kiss her, Tina couldn’t reciprocate. She pulled away instinctively, her body understanding that the rules had somehow changed.
“This is complicated enough between Bette and me. I can’t make it more complicated by continuing to involve another person,” Tina said softly.
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they are going somewhere at least..finally.
aaaaawwwww. that was fvcking cute..
Tina did the right thing, when you don’t know what you want, don’t do what you are not sure about..
Thanks for the wonderful chapter..
Tina was very gracious in how she let Helena down. She could have strung her along for a safety net, but chose the higher road instead. Not always an easy thing to do when you are confused and insecure.
“…I’ve got you,” Bette said softly. “I’ve got you both.” The beginning of rebuilding the trust.
Nicely done.
You just gotta love this story. And your doing a great job of moving it along just enough but not too fast. How gracious of Helena for a change to accept Tina’s feelings and walk away. Bette, girl just keep pacing yourself you’ll get there. “Lean back, I’ve got you, I’ve got you both” damn goose bumps again.
Hey….simply divine.
I’m with Barrie. she said it best. Thanks
…and FFC has us all happily in the palm of her hands.
Yep, FFC, I’m one of the few who have *only* just discovered your incredible talent and this amazing story. What a pitch-perfect closing scene – these past two chapters have totally blown my mind! Thanks for sharing!
I love the pace of your story fan. It feels like these 2 are finally getting to a point where they can truly get back to T trusting B. they still have work to do, but at least they are being civil to one another. keep it up and post soon.
Tina and Bette are such a cute pair…and the sweet thing is that they seem to be clueless about it. And poor Tina, doesn’t she realise that her love for Bette is like quicksand? The more she fights it and tries to run away, the more she gets pulled in…may as well sit back and enjoy!
nice – a really nice moment.
“That’s right. Lean back. I’ve got you,” Bette said softly. “I’ve got you both.”
I have read that line I know a hundred times and it still gets me all emotional!!
*TEAR* God damnit…. everytime you do this to me. That was great, I love Bette with Tina pregnant.
If it is possible, this story is even better the second time around. Thank you for sharing it with us once again.
OMG *thud*. can you get any better. sweetpea, im right there with you,”That’s right. Lean back. I’ve got you,” Bette said softly, “I’ve got you both.” That did it for my heart. its forever in your capable hands. thanks.
*sigh* beautiful..and im soooo glad Tina rid of Helena…she have to follow her heart and Bette is her heart..im so happy now they seems to be in the right path again..love it please post soon!!!!
i wish you were a writer on this show.