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Things I Never Told You – 15
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"You should have told me."
There are things better left unsaid, whether it is the time, the date, the place, the people involved. Sometimes it’s just a matter of knowing when not to say things out loud.
This is a totally chickenshit way of leaving things, but you have to admit, it’s also damn predictable.
I don’t know what I was thinking, and why we ended up here. I don’t know how things got to this point but I do know I’m sorry for everything that’s happened.
Or am I getting ahead of myself?
Let me explain.
"We have a lot to talk about."
These are things I never told you. Never told anyone, actually. And what have you done to deserve this unprecedented burst of honesty? I don’t know. Made me fall for you, I suppose.
Made. Like you had done anything outside of the ordinary. Maybe because you allowed me to fall for you? Whichever the case, I’ll continue. Before you think I’ve gone insane.
Too late?
I was never the popular kid, the smartest kid, the prettiest, the fastest, most athletic, or whatever else. I was always just there. I don’t get involved, I get by. For so long, all I did was get by. I never really forged a personality to show people because I never really thought I would have to rely on my personality to survive in the world.
I’m fine with who I am, as impossible as it is to define who that person is.
But I guess something’s happened that made me question whether or not I really believe that. Because I’m not fine with who I am anymore.
Because I leave. Never really making my place in the world, I find it so easy to pack up and go.
It’s not enough anymore. And for that I have to credit Dana, but I guess the desire to make something of myself in a certain situation sharply collided with the part of me that needs to leave.
Why am I telling you this, you’re asking. Well, because you deserve more. You deserve someone who won’t leave at the first sign of trouble and take away that decision from you. I want to be the person people trust and rely on, but I can’t do that when I don’t know where I stand.
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You can’t end now Tiff! I just got caught up and now you’re telling me this is it? Rats!! I really, really enjoyed this story and totally admire you for hopping off the beaten path. Your writing never ceases to amaze me. Take care of you…
Wow. You aim to please. I’ll miss your writing gifts and talent but thank you so much for this thoughtful, engaging Lace fic. I wish it would go on and on but…it IS your fic. Well done! Way to go on the Before Sunset ref (one of the hottest, most giddy-tension-smile scenes in recent years on film, IMHO). Super way to round things out. And Alice calling Lara “Red” could not have been sweeter. Also, the way you had them bring up their love for Dana and each other, and the manner in which you placed them in the scene there really secured that these two are each others’ soft places to fall. Bravo!
Not a tibette story but still a very good read. Don’t stay away too long. I’ll be here when you decide to post again.
wonderful….and i got the reference to the Before sunset (i love this movie)…i like any of your stories, and i hope the next will be about Tibette ;)
I’ve just caught up, in time for the story’s conclusion. Thanks for writing.
I am so sorry that I keep falling behind. I finally caught up only for this to be the last chapter. But I do feel that you have one more in you with this story. I will always love your writing, so I hope that you will grace us once again with your stories.
I agree, Tonya killed Mr. Piddles. Oh, and I really enjoyed this story and am sorry to hear you won’t be posting for a while. I hope you change your mind, because reading your words is very enjoyable.
Please don’t stay gone too long. Hope the next story is about TiBette. ;)
Fantastic end. Sequel perhaps?
Result! Lara stayed! I actually thought at first she was writing the letter from the airport, and that Al had missed her. This way was far better. And *finally*, I caught the reference, which I usually miss… (I caught that B & T had maybe gotten back together on the sly two chapters ago, but I’ve missed the (probably) obvious references, even though I looked. Must try harder.) Anyway, I thought this story was terrific. I loved the pace, I loved the dialogue, and I loved the pairing. Thank you for the delightful story, tiff. Please don’t stay away too long. Cheers
tiff_duke – I haven’t been reading much fan fic lately, but Goldrun tipped me off to this story, and I just spent most of the morning reading it from start to finish. What a fantastic Lace story – thank you so much for writing it, and for keeping the Lace ‘ship alive! I would be thrilled if the show actually went in this direction – there is so much potential with this relationship, and it’s too bad it was thrown aside this season. Anyway, your story certainly helps to fill the gap! I loved how you made Dana a central (but not interfering) figure in the Lace relationship – a very difficult balance to achieve, but you managed it really well. I especially liked their comfortable exchange about Dana’s quirks in this final chapter. And, obviously, I’m thrilled that they ended up together in the end! Thank you so much for writing this wonderful story.
Loved this story as I enjoy all your writing. I loved the “Dana talk” near the end also. Please don’t stay away too long! Thanks for sharing your incredible gift !
ohhhh….. datz it????datz all??? no more alice n lara???
yeah!! you gave us a happy Lace ending! thanks!! at least this couple is happy :) come back soon, tiff.
copme on tiff. you need to keep us enjoying life on the boards. your to good to stop. but this was excellent. thanks
Thanks for another great story. I liked how they were remembering Dana. It seems like it really helped them move forward. Don’t be gone too long; it isn’t the same without you!
For a moment there i thought Lara was running away again not knowing Alice’s coming for her..oh how your words got me so emotionally vested in a story that is not tibette. The last part was perfect…like a scene out of Casablanca but happier. Please take a short rest but don’t stay away too long! We’re spoiled :)
ahhh….satisfied, at last…..but of course, a sequel would be great! :)I really enjoyed the psychological examination of Lara….there’s such a big question around her character, and I love that you filled in some blanks with a group of friends of her own (esp Manny!). Like the others, it was great how Dana maintains a constant presence…and the fact that her memory is now something Lara and Alice can share together is just sweet. I know you’re taking a little breather from fan fic for awhile…..take care and thanks again for stepping out of the TiBette arena to give us this story!
Tiff, Thank you so much for this new and interesting story from the L Word stable of characters. As always the emotion heart was there as the ‘will they, won’t they’ journey developed. Your talent for staying true to the soul of each person is astounding. It makes your stories well-worth reading and re-reading many times. It was wonderful to see Alice and Lara open up and admint first to themselves and then to each other the depth and completeness of their love. Often it can take a break to realize this. Thankfully, these two were lucky enough to be given a second chance, which was eventually grabbed by four hands. You can play the long game and slowly accrue your winnings but for the jackpot sometimes you need to throw all your chips in and play your heart out. Brilliant and entertaining. I do want a new story from you as your skills demand to be shared with your readers. Thank you so much. Your Loyal (if lurking) Fan.
Ah tiff_duke….Thank you so much for sharing your awesome gift of storytelling and character enhancement. I know I’m a bit late to the party to comment on your perfect ending to this story….You have an exceptional talent for staying very true to the characters, but you give them so many more interesting layers for us to enjoy. Please don’t stay away from the site too long…Your stories are so good and your presence will be seriously missed!