She was antsy all day; it was hard for her to concentrate. Any little thing would take her mind from work. She didn’t know what to do; she didn’t want to think about it. But his work was staring her in the face, she couldn’t escape him. And worst of all, she hated lying to Tina. Tina new she was hiding something; she knew she was distracted but Bette couldn’t tell her until she knew the truth. After a couple of hours of trying to get her work done, she buzzed James.

“Yes Bette,” he asked poking his head in.

“Can you call Alexander Toro for me? Have him meet me for lunch at Giuliani’s around one; tell him to bring his proof. He’ll know what you mean.”

“Yes, boss.”

She was on pins and needles; she had so much work to be done. But she had to meet with him; she had to know the truth. She wouldn’t be able to rest and clear her mind until she knew. With Provocations rapidly approaching and that silly debate with Fae Buckley in a week, she couldn’t afford anymore distractions. James confirmed their lunch and Bette was able to clear her mind for the time being.

She was fidgeting in her seat waiting for him to arrive. She wasn’t sure of what would happen, but she did know that she wanted to find out once and for all if this man was indeed her son. She sent Lara a quick text I’m about to find out, wish me luck. She looked at the menu and contemplated what to order. She didn’t feel hungry, her stomach was in knots. Her phone buzzed, it will be ok, let me know what happens. She put her phone back down and nervously tapped her fingers on the table. She arranged and rearranged the stack of papers she had on the table. She had stopped by her safety deposit box to get the papers that pertained to her son. She sipped her water just as he walked to the table.

“Bette,” he said startling her, “I’m sorry.”

“It’s quite alright. Please,” she said signaling to the chair across from her.

“Thank you for meeting me.”

“You must know how upsetting this news was for me when you bombarded me at my home last night.”