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A Walk on the Wild Side – Chapter 15
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Tina was beginning to regret her decision to show Bette how to develop the films she had taken since her arrival in Kenya a few short days ago.
She groaned inwardly as she once again heard curses from the other side of the darkroom door. Bette had been locked in there for the last 6 hours, completing a process that should have taken her no more than 2!
“Babe?” Tina called out, knocking on the sturdy wooden door.
Tina leaned her ear to the door waiting for a response, only to hear a muffled “Goddam it” followed by a bang, and sharp yelp of pain from the other side.
Tina looked up at the light shining brightly over the door signifying a no entry warning in frustration. If Bette was at a sensitive stage in the development, then Tina opening the door would destroy the negatives the Brunette was so obviously struggling to develop. Grateful, at least that she had given Bette 3 rolls of old film to practice on first.
Tina knocked harder this time. “Bette, if you don’t let me know that you are ok in there, then I am opening the door RIGHT NOW!”
Tina heard a shuffling inside the room as Bette made her way to the other side of the door. “Don’t come in, I’m not ready yet.”
“Are you ok babe?” Tina once again asked, softer this time.
“NO I AM NOT ALRIGHT! Shouted Bette in irritation. This red bulb, barely gives off enough light to see my own hand in front of my face! So how on earth am I supposed to be able to see to work. Oh, and your goddam cupboards are solid wood! Do you have ANY idea how much it hurts to kick solid woodI think I’ve broken a toe!”
Tina shook her head in resignation, at the thought of Bette being trapped in that room for the entire duration of her stay, wondering if they were actually going to spend any quality time together before Bette had to go back to the States.
The sick feeling returned once again, as Tina thought of Bette walking out of her life with the same suddenness that she had found her entering it. Tina quickly brushed that thought to the back of her mind, not wanting to contemplate losing Bette, before she had even got a chance to know her properly.
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Finally caught up. Fell for the story the moment I read the first word in chapter one. Can’t wait to read what happens next. Ok, I just refreshed my screen. Where’s the next chapter??!!
so sweet . i have to say i was laughing when bette was in the darkroom with all the cursing and bumping – i too develop film and in the beginning it’s just like that – the red light is just that -dark and red and one has to learn to trust their tactile instincts. Can’t wait for the next chapter!
I have been sitting here trying to figure out how to express my joy at reading this story, without coming across as too gushy, mushy, or sticky sweet. Unfortunately, everything that comes to mind fits all of those definitions. I am truly enamored with your writing! Thank you for another pitch perfect chapter.
Seahurst says it best..please don’t let us hang too long
I hope Tina goes with Bette.
Damm special needs LMAO
I think you might be digging to san fran with all those comments.
Well I guess if I have to letting you take shots at me, to keep getting this most wonderful story then keep them coming
Such an uplifting chapter. It makes me hopeful.
I can really see the pictures you are painting with this story … you’re writing is truly beautiful … another chapter tomorrow would be wonderful ….but at some point one would think one needs rest or the days can be unpleasant… or one might just need to call into work sick and continue to give us MORE of this story ….hmh…..what do you think? ;-)
Seahurst always says it best, If it be a comment or a story Great, Thanks
I loved this chapter, the part about Bette bumbling in the dark room was great. I hope that Tina takes Bette up on her offer. Africa will always be a very special place for both of them. Please post again soon.
Good chapter. This is the word Tina have to is YES I will come with you Bette. Post soon, thanks!
Can Tina do that? Boy, I hope so. Great chapter, tbsaver. Thanks for making this realistic.
I am in love with this story! Your words flow so effortlessly from the page right to the heart! I hope Tina says yes!
I totally agree with Seahurst. All I can think of to say is mushy. I so love reading this story. I hope all is well with you. I’ll be gone since V is having brain surgery tomorrow, but I hope you post soon. I need some happy thots from ya. :)
i totally agree with seahurst. i just loe the way you write. it talks to me. it envelopes me. your details are exquisit. please post soon.
I could picture Bette emerging like a mole that had been underground for months! I can only imagine the look of frustration on her face, it must have killed her to not get it right the first time.
“We need to talk”…Boy, those words are enough to make anyone start to panic. Tina was brave to not just jump up and get the heck out of Dodge while she had that opportunity.
No one likes to face the inevitable, and these two have been racing time to try and cram a lifetime of living into a thimble. There’s bound to be raw emotions for both.
Pretty presumptious of Bette to assume that Tina would give up a career to follow her. Or is she only asking her to come for a while and then she will return with Tina? Compromise is a difficult thing for some.
Waiting eagerly to see what happens next.
Now i’m going to miss Africa, thank you for making it so descriptive…i hope Tina takes Bette up on her offer of going to L.A. with her…i think it will be very interesting.
Thanks for the update TB.