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Walking After You ch.4
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Bette watched Tina sleep, a feeling of deja vu
running over her. It seemed like she was always watching, always
waiting. For Tina to wake up, for Tina to get up and run, for Tina to
realize that she was waiting.
When it was clear that Tina was lost in dreamland,
Bette sighed and propped her head up on one hand. She knew it was past
midnight. Dawn was still several hours away. All that stood between her
and the oblivion of sleep were the thoughts that wouldn’t stop running
around in her head. And all that could stop them was lying a few inches
away, snoring lightly.
What would happen if I were to get into an accident tomorrow on my way to work?
What would happen if I suddenly lost my job and couldn’t work anymore?
What would happen if I fell asleep tonight and never woke up tomorrow?
What would happen if Tina didn’t wake up tomorrow?
What if she did but suddenly didn’t love me anymore?
Bette, what is
wrong with you? Most people are peacefully sleeping by now. Why are you
awake and tormenting yourself with unspeakable what-ifs?
Bette leaned closer to Tina until their faces were a mere inch apart. I’m sorry.
Tina’s eyes popped open and nearly made Bette
yell in surprise. The sudden appearance of white on Tina’s erstwhile
dark face scared her for a moment, until Tina lay a warm palm on
Bette’s side.
“You’re still awake?” Tina mumbled sleepily.
“Go back to sleep, baby. I was just dropping off
myself.” Bette lied. She yawned realistically and feigned droopy
eyelids for good measure.
“Liar.” Tina chided gently, rubbed her eyes and
stretched until she was reasonably more alert. “What were you thinking?”
“Nothing!” Bette shook her head.
“You think constantly, Bette. What was it this time?”
Bette watched Tina blink several times and cover up a yawn. Just tell her and let her go back to sleep.
I was thinking about permanence. You and me. Our permanence in this arbitrary world.
” I was thinking about… about this exhibit that’s opening tomorrow.”
“Worried?”
“Terrified.” Bette allowed herself to admit.
“You’ll do wonderfully, baby. Don’t worry about it. Do you want me to be there?”
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Damn..that was good! thank you for the post and I can’t wait for the next one.
That seemed to get out of hand rather quickly. B & T kind of remind me of the Jets and the Sharks. Are you sure this is going to work out?
Yuh know what, Bette is crazy. And instead of Tina trying to understand her, she should just accept her with all her psychosis.
Oh, and I love the story. :)
Oh, and I love the story. :)
My name is tarzanne – can’t change the Anonymous in the box. I’m thoroughly enjoying your story – but don’t let Bette fuck up her life with her self-fulfilling prophecies! She desperately needs a torch in her black hole! Hey btw 7PM, what happened to the Angels Never Come Down story, that was a promising and exiting start! don’t keep us waiting too long for an update, please…
what happen with Bette??? what if she start to acting like normal people? i don`t understand why she is so afraid? i hope Tina Will have a lot of patient.post soon
Wow!!
Um, Is Bete seeing a therapist? I thought she was, and should probably go back ASAP, if she wants to salvage her relationship and her sanity. My god, the things this Bette can fret over. Tsk tsk.
what a drama….how can bette live with those thoughts in her head…i hope you still planning a happy direction in this story…some humor and happiness please…love your writing…even the drama is entertaining
There she goes, Bette. Even though Tina’s only gone to the guest room, she left. I hope Bette helps Tina find her way back by just communicating. Fantastic chapter, 7 pm. Please post soon!
well bette be careful what you wish for…
Good chapter. I think Bette need to see therapist and that will help her. Ok post soon please, thanks!
m Wow,how do I get my name back the pc want let me. Bette needs help badly. If I was Tina I would start running thanks [bettyvhall
I know I’m not supposed to laugh, but it was a bit funny..poor downdrodden bette…can’t wait for moretks
excellent as always. can’t wait for next post.
Bette’s thoughts nearly gave me a headache. She has to let whatever it is that’s bothering her go or she’s gonna lose Tina.
What if Bette just stops with these nagative thoughts and just love TIna? LOL..neurtoic is not the word to describe Bette!! I love the story, please continue!