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A Thin Line
“No, I just got out of yoga class. I was gonna go pick up a bite to eat at that little café down the street and then …”
I stopped myself, curiosity getting the better of me. I started to ask, ‘Helena, it’s all so…what?’ when she interrupted.
“I’ve got an idea. Why don’t we go together? I sense you could appreciate someone to talk with. And it might be just what the doctor ordered for me to start sharing some of what I’m learning.” Helena offered.
“But didn’t you just sign in at the desk,” I asked, still a little wary of who I was dealing with. After all she had spent nearly a year perceived as the ‘enemy’, an obstacle to two of my best friends’ reconciliation.
“I only stopped in to sign up for some new meditation classes. I’ve been coming here for a few weeks now and it’s proved quite insightful. Actually I’m slowly learning how to create some peace in my life. You might find it interesting…my little sojourn. And, only if you feel like it, you can tell me all about your troubles with Dana,” Helena coaxed.
“Lunch will be my treat of course. And my pleasure. It’ll do us both good. What do you say?”
I knew she was right. I did need someone new to talk to. My circle of friends was quickly growing weary of hearing about how I couldn’t live without Dana. Besides, you know me, I’ve never been one to walk away from a good story. And I was pretty sure Helena was offering a good one.
Picking up my yoga mat and wiping my eyes, I stood and answered her, “You talked me into it.”
“Let’s go then,” Helena replied, hooking her arm in mine as we marched out of the Yoga Center.
Suddenly, a memory overtook me. I turned to look at Helena and asked, “Did I ever tell you ‘thank you’ for that hickey-hiding scarf?”
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Over lunch, Helena was so obliging.
She listened intently as I told her every detail about Dana and I splitting up. Her concern and empathy were apparent . When I’d get really choked up, she’d hold my right hand with her left palm up, touching mine. Then, as if trying to sweep my pain away, with long gentle motions to the back of my hand she’d gently soothe me with her right hand’s fingertips. It felt so good to talk, and to be listened to, especially by someone who had so recently had a similar type of experience. And Helena thoughtfully allowed me all the time I needed to spill my sorrow.
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(22 votes, average: 4.18 out of 5)
Oh boy! A Helebette story, I love them!. And this was brillantly written too. Do continue, please! :)
What a great story! Can’t wait for more.
Whoever you are…you can write, girl. Dayum…great beginning, the tone and dialogue are pitch perfect.
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!
What a great start – another Helebette story. Things are looking up!
Oh Fun. Alice the narrator. I love that.
Excellent start and I am ready to read more. Thanks.
I do hope you continue this story. It’s wonderful written and you definitely have me hooked!
i do hope you continue. Sea was spot on when she said that you had the character’s voices just right. hope to read more…
You gotta love Alice’s deductive reasoning. Love it, can we please have more of it. PLEASE!!!!
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.
Zheese,Pleeeze, pleeeze continue this triumphant tale of Bette and Helena. Count me as a fan.
oh~boy….yeah…count me in..i love being a fan of your story…i love Bette and Helena together… it must be fucking hot…ha-ha-ha…
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!
Wow Bette and Helenas story, like it. Pots soon please, thanks!
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
I love this. Not only do I get HeleBette but I also get Helena/Alice friendship. Please post more. Thanks
I love it. I always think Bettelena pairing would be very hot! Please do continue.
Yes, please continue with this story. I love Helebette!
keep writing…i think this would be a GREAT pairing and your story is fun!
i cant wait to see what happens!!!!!!!!
wow you’re writing is amazing and this pairing is just HOT!!! please continue
Really great! Hope to see more soon. Great start.
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!!!!!!!!!!!
You meant to put ‘to be continued’ at the end, right? Please say you’re going to carry this story forward…
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.
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!
“I should have easily figured out the identity of the woman whose pigtails Helena had been pulling,..” Cute!
omg, its fantastic!! I love the fact that you write it from the alice-perspective :-) PLEASEEEEEEEEEE Continue, soon!!!!!!!
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.
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!
Somehow I missed this…tks to JKS for mentioning it…as yes it is another outstanding Hel/Bet pairing…go all the way with this pls~!!!!!
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.