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    A Thin Line

    Story written on March 10, 2006 by zheese.
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    Story Shortlink: https://lesfan.com/?p=59913
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    Alice’s POV on Helebette

    I expected Helena to cut off her story at any moment. But she just kept going.

    “There are a few things in life I’ve learned you can depend on, Alice. And karma is one of them. Reckless refusal to curb my less than admirable behavior caused some dear people a considerable amount of pain. And as a consequence, I too experienced the suffering of lost and unattainable love. I can’t change what happened. But I can change my motivations in the future,” she stopped again for a deep breath, and rubbed her fingers across her forehead.

    “The worst part is that the woman for whom I did all this will never have me. I’ve shown myself to be the most loathsome creature on earth to her. What is that cliché?” Helena mused. “Ah, yes. ‘You always hurt the one you love.’ Isn’t that it, Alice?”

    I was so caught up in Helena’s tale of heartbreak, sketchy as it was, that I wasn’t sure whether her question was rhetorical or if she actually wanted me to answer.

    “Well, that’s one,” I answered quickly, before she could stifle me with a reprimand yet again. “Another is, ‘It’s a thin line between love and hate.’”

    “I can always hope, I suppose,” Helena replied, closing her eyes and imagining the possibility. When she opened them she regarded me pensively and asked, “Alice, have you ever wondered why people do indeed often hurt the one they love?”

    This time I was pretty sure she wanted an answer. I contributed the first thing that popped into my head. “Sadistic? Like the little boy in school who pulls the pigtails of the girl he secretly likes?”

    That made Helena laugh.

    “Yes, quite like that, Alice. A nice analogy. The deliberate act of hurting draws the girl’s attention to him, but at the same time, disguises his crush. That way, if the little girl doesn’t return his affection, he gets to maintain his honor, because he’s never declared himself. In his mind, he’s shown the world nothing but his disdain for her, therefore she means nothing to him.”

    Helena had withdrawn into a contemplative state, as if she were scanning pictures in her mind of the story she had just related to me. I had to ask something, anything, to re-engage her in the conversation at hand. “So are you saying meditation has taught you all this? The ‘error’ of your ways?”

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    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.

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