LesFan

Lesbian Fan Social Network

    Fan Fiction

    This story has been set to a rating of PG. Age verification is required to proceed.

    Age Verification

    I am years of age as of today, November 11, 2026

    Enter your current age into the field provide above. Stories with a rating of R or NC-17 may contain material not suitable for children. LesFan requires that all individuals wishing to read these stories confirm they are of at least 17 years of age. LesFan uses the MPAA rating labeling system for all stories.

    LesFan will also make a best attempt to filter profane words in stories that are not rated R or NC-17 unless the individual confirms they are of at least 17 years of age.

    LesFan uses the following rating scale for stories.






    Submit

    A Thin Line

    Story written on March 10, 2006 by zheese.
     Login to add story to favorites
     Login to add author to favorites
    22 votes, average: 4.18 out of 522 votes, average: 4.18 out of 522 votes, average: 4.18 out of 522 votes, average: 4.18 out of 522 votes, average: 4.18 out of 5 (22 votes, average: 4.18 out of 5)
    You need to be a registered member to rate this post.     Loading ... Loading ...
    Genre(s):
    Rating:
    fanfiction(s):
    Character(s): ,
    Number of Comments: 33
    Words: 6253
    Story Shortlink: https://lesfan.com/?p=59913
    Author Notes:

    Alice’s POV on Helebette

    These two had never gotten along, but I cared about them both so much, and only wanted their happiness. I frequently thanked the stars that Bette and I had remained good friends all these years after our fling. And Helena had been a godsend that day we met at the Yoga Center and went to lunch. I often teased her that even though we had grown close, she mustn’t really trust me. She’d never revealed the identity of the woman who, as the British would say, had caught her ‘fancy.’ So you can imagine, then, how what happened next shocked me almost beyond belief.

    As Helena stood poised ready to make her way to the restroom, she leaned into Bette’s ear. At the same time, she grasped Bette’s braid around her long, slender fingers and slid her hand down the attractive strand. When she reached the end of the braid, she gave it a sharp tug. “By the way, Bette, I love the new way you’re wearing your hair.” With that, she turned and made her leave.

    My gut jumped. Neurons and synapses fired and exploded in my brain. All I could see were crushing little schoolboys pulling pigtails. It was all clear to me now. Bette was Helena’s secret desire.

    Bette’s drink finally arrived and I quickly ordered another for myself. “And make it snappy,” I hollered to the server as she turned to make her way back to the bar.

    “What’s with that woman?” Bette asked.

    “Did that hurt?” I asked. I wasn’t quite sure what to do with my discovery. I needed time to think and I didn’t have that luxury at the moment.

    “Of course it hurt. You know I’m tender-headed.”

    “You wanna know what‘s with that woman, Bette? I wanna know what‘s with you.”

    “What do you mean?” Bette asked appalled.

    “I mean, I think she likes your braid. I mean…I mean,” I was kind of stuttering, trying to collect my thoughts. “I mean, Helena has done nothing but be kind and considerate to you this evening. You were worried about her saying or doing something ‘foul’ but you’re the one actually behaving, well, just downright rude. And it‘s not necessarily in what you‘re saying. It‘s in how you‘re saying it.”

    Bette stared down into her martini. Finally she quit fingering the glass and raised it to her lips. She tipped it back and emptied it in just a few short swallows. She slammed the empty glass down with a bang.

    “Well, how do you expect me to act with someone who took away every chance that Tina and I could ever re-connect?”

    “That’s not fair, Bette. And you know it. What goes around comes around. If you look at it objectively, Helena had nothing to do with Tina going back to a man. Think about it. And think about it hard!”

    Bette’s elbows rested on the table, the fingertips of each hand pressing against her temples.

    “You’re right, Alice. I don’t like admitting it, but you‘re right.”

    “You owe Helena an apology for how you’ve acted this evening. You’ve treated her like shit since you walked in the door. Honestly, Bette, you are my oldest and dearest. But Helena is also special to me. I want you two to get along.”

    Bette nodded. “Alice, I don’t often tell you that I love you, but I do. And I know you only have my best interests at heart.”

    “Then do all three of us a favor. Go apologize. Now.”

    Bette rose, apparently needing no further urging, except for the two shots I saw her remove from the circulating server’s bar tray. She downed them quickly. And then she took two more filled shot glasses off the tray and proceeded down the hallway. When Helena exited the bathroom, she and Bette almost walked into each other.

    “Bette! You startled me.”

    “Helena.” Bette paused. “I’d like to talk with you.”

    “Alright. When? Where?”

    “Now. Let’s go to Kit’s office. It’s quiet there.”

    They were out of my range, but that was easily remedied. I couldn’t resist the temptation to spy on their continuing interaction.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Page 10 of 10« First‹ Previous8910
    FF Main Page
    »

    Comments

    4. Yes! Finally, another Helebette story! God, these two are hot together, and I’m glad that this fandom pairing is picking up pace, because these two really should find each other on the show. Wonderfully written, post more soon!

    11. I have been waiting to see if you were going to update, but since you haven’t yet, I’ll comment. I really like the way this is beginning and would love to see you continue. It’s good to see a different side of Helena and actually have some detailed explanation for the change. It would also be great to have a chance to see how Bette recovers from the breakup with Tina and moves on with her life. Thanks! Please don’t keep us waiting too long.

    14. I have seen very few pull off Alice’s point of view, but you do it flawlessly…and your characterizations are lovely. I’m glad there’s more to read! Excellent work!

    16. Bette and Helena,that sound as good as Tina and Henry. Really sounds better to me Two beautiful strong will women together. Helena is in love with Bette now now to get Bette on the ball. thanks

    24. wow!!! i love this story..i am so sick of Tina..and i am also kind of hoping that if IC is going to put Bette and Helena togather..i mean..REMEMBER…BRUNETTE, DRIVES BLUE CAR…who knows it must be Bette ,,,if it is…ITS GOING TO REALLY HOT…i wonder what’s Tina’s reaction is going to be…Who cares….More Helena and Bette please…SOON!!!!!!!!!!!

    26. I love it! You have a great way with plot and the voice of the story is perfect…the more Helebette the better I say. Thanks for writing.

    27. WOW! I’m a HUGE HeleBetter and absolutely lurrve where you’re going with this!i think u capture Alice’s manner of speech and thought,the vulnerability of the new Helena,the biting side of Bette- Your writing’s frikkin’ brilliant and i’m certainly bringing this up in the H/B thread on the l-word.com forum! (for other HeleBetters who commented here, do join us at the The Dish!) So Z..LOVE your story,post soon if u can!

    30. I followed Justkeepswimming’s recommendation in her latest chapter and checked out your story. What a treat! The voices of your characters are perfect. You must continue – please post very soon.

    31. I have been out of touch lately, so am just catching up…and I am so glad I clicked on this story to read!!! This was incredibly well written. Truly, I was hooked right away. I do hope you continue with your story. Your voice for all three characters is strong and right on point!! Please continue soon!!! Thanks!

    33. Very well written, very much in character and provides a good insight to Helena’s so called “transformation”. Please do continue with this story, Z. Thanks for sharing.

    Leave a Reply