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Phoenix Rising (20)
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Chapter 20
They had made their way into the car, Bette had turned the key to start the car, paused and looked at Tina and spoke quietly.
“Um, T…you meant you wanted to go to Alice’s, right?”
Tina looked away from Bette and stared straight ahead.
“No, Bette…I meant I want to go ‘home’ and take a nap.”
Bette stared at Tina for a moment and without another word pulled out of the parking lot and drove Tina to their home. When they pulled into the driveway Bette turned to Tina and spoke.
“Tina, you don’t have to do this right now…it’s… it’s a lot…”
“Bette….I know…but it’s like this big white elephant, and I just want to, I don’t know, remove its power in some way…we’ll just go in the living room…and maybe…the kitchen…and I’d love to see my garden.”
“T, um, about the garden…I’m sorry…I called someone as soon as I heard from you…oh, I’m sorry…I tried at first…it was hard…I’m sorry…”
Tina giggled.
“Not too much of green thumb, huh?”
“More like black…every time I tried to fix something I’d kill it…Shit Tina, I’m sorry…”
“Don’t worry Bette fixing the garden might be kind of therapeutic.”
“If you change your mind at any time, just tell me… any time…okay?”
“Thanks Bette…Let’s get this over with, I’m exhausted.”
Bette exited the car and walked around and helped Tina out of the car. She placed her hand on Tina’s lower back and led her toward the front door. Bette opened the door with her key and stepped aside to allow Tina to lead the way.
“Shit Bette what the fuck happened in here?”
Bette looked around the room, and then looked back at Tina.
“Tina I’m sorry, I just… the last few days I’ve been painting a lot. I’ve just let some things go …I’m sorry I’ll call Sonya…um, can I get you something to drink?”
Tina smiled at Bette’s flustered state.
“Yeah, a glass of water would be great, thanks.”
Tina silently walked through the house, gently touching various objects along the way. Bette returned with 2 glasses of water with ice and just watched as Tina made her way around the room. After several minutes she spoke.
“Um, T…maybe we should take that nap before you look at the garden.”
Tina let out a nervous laugh.
“Relax Bette the garden is the least of my worries. You…um, you didn’t change much…well except for the dust, the dirty laundry, and of course, I love what you’ve done with the paint rags.”
Bette smiled and looked around the room.
“Well I guess I’m not so…um, shall we say I’m not as fastidious…Let’s just say…um…oh, I don’t know, I guess I’ve become a slob. I’m sorry…I really would have cleaned if I thought you would have wanted to come here…so soon… or… oh I don’t know…like ever…”
Tina smiled at Bette’s attempt at humor.
“I know Babe. What do you say we take that nap? The couch okay with you?”
“Wherever you are is just fine by me. Why don’t you find a cozy spot and I’ll get some blankets and pillows…Okay?”
“Sounds like a plan.”
Tina made her way into the living room and tried to calm her mind. It was racing a mile a minute. Every item in the room brought her back to another life, another reality…She tried to stem the tide of memories and emotions but she couldn’t. She reached the couch and just crumbled. Bette returned to see Tina as she practically fell onto the couch. She paused for a moment and then let her instincts take over. She practically lifted Tina up and laid her on the couch, took a pillow and put it under her head, and gently placed a blanket over her and then she slipped off her shoes and climbed in next to Tina and wrapped her tightly in her arms. Tina body shook from her sobs, but instinctively molded into Bette’s. Bette whispered quietly in Tina’s ear until she could feel her body begin to relax. Bette quietly let out the breath she was holding, and tried to stay as still as possible, her mind was racing but she tried with all her might to just enjoy the feeling of being here, at this moment to comfort…Tina…her T…she slowly cleared her mind and was able to relish the feel of the only woman she’d ever loved asleep safe in her arms.
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Ok I must say I got excited to see you had posted. This was perfect, Tina’s determination, Bette’s empathy, all of it perfect. Our favorite couple seem to be finding a way to heal. Thanks for your post
Whoa. I didn’t expect Tina would want to go back to the house yet… she seemed a bit overwhelmed, but at least Bette was there with her. Great chapter, DnA. Thanks for posting. :)
wow… glad tina wanted to go to the house… baby steps… every thing will work out…great chapter…pps
They will heal together.
I love how Bette was willing to do anything for Tina. I also love how Tina is opening back up the her one and only soul mate.
you have got to keep going with this story,i just love it
I can imagine the house must look something like my room, hahaha.. Oh gosh, that is bad. And Bette is so anal about these things!! o.O Tina must have been shocked. Oh, Tina was so overwhelmed at the end, but thank goodness Bette was there and helped her. Thanks so much for this post, 20 chapters is only the start right? =D PPVS! =))
I am shocked that tina wanted to go home and I am also glad that the house was somewhat of a mess. just showing Bette humaness and telling to tina how out of control bette has also been….great update
all that they need time to heal and comfort and understanding from each other..lets not forget honest communication.. OUR TIBETTE
Fantastic, I love story where everything would work out alright. It just lifts my spirit. Thank you for the post. Bette is so caring and Tina just taking baby steps but clearly wanted to go back to normal soon. Great. PPVS
Oh the last part was just simply lovely. THank you.
Hey D&A, what was funny and heartwarming as Bette and Tina sorted out their finances and rebuilt some of the trust in their relationship.This was necessary as it allowed them to be honest about how much they each regret the past and are now ready to start afresh.The final scene of them snuggled together was so precious and adorable.Please write more soon.Many thanks for sharing your gift with me.Your Loyal Fan.
Loved it. The house was indicative of how Bette has faring throughout this entire ordeal. She was just as confused, hurt and done in as was Tina. I was surprised that Tina wanted to go “home” yet very pleased by both their actions. And when Tina came apart Bette was there to soothe her and do what she does best and that is to show Tina her all encompassing love and support. I’m truly happy that Tina felt at ease enough with Bette and their situation to want to go HOME. They will make it back to each other and this is the first step. Small steps for them and they will be fine. Fantastic chapter. Thanks for posting.