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    And it Started With a Phone Call Chapter 16

    Story written on August 1, 2005 by justkeepswimming.
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    Monday Monday…can’t trust that day…

     

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    Bette heard the buzzer on her intercom and depressed the lever to hear the voice of her assistant, Helen.

     

    "There’s an Eric MacKinnon here to see you, Bette. He’s at the front desk."

     

    Bette couldn’t help but be a bit nervous at Eric’s unannounced visit.

     

    "I’ll be right there," she replied. He was, after all, one of her best new clients.

     

    As she approached, he turned and offered her his usual broad smile as he extended his hand in greeting.

     

    "Bette, great to see you again," he took her hand in his and grasped it doubly with his free one.

     

    "To what do I owe the pleasure?" As usual, her smile lit up the room as she spoke.

     

    "I did bring a cheque for the final instalment on the Catherine Opie piece," Eric started. "But I also have a question for you."

     

    Bette guided him to a smaller space that was adjacent to the main room located by the gallery entrance.

     

    "How can I be of assistance?" Bette asked, as they walked through the doorway.

     

    Eric handed over the envelope with the cheque discreetly as he continued.

     

    "I was hoping you would allow me to take you out to dinner this weekend," he began. "I’ve really enjoyed working with you the past few months."

     

    Bette paused, perhaps for just a fraction of a second too long, with a quizzical look on her face.

     

    He made an assumption about her silence and filled in the gap with an explanation.

     

    "Tina and I are no longer together," he explained simply. "And I’d love to take you out and show you my appreciation for all the work you’ve done on my behalf."

     

    "Eric, I’m very flattered that you asked," Bette replied with an internal sigh of relief. "But I’m actually in a relationship."

     

    "Oh," Eric smiled broadly. "Can’t blame a guy for wanting to ask out someone as amazing as you are."

     

    Bette tilted her head down at the compliment he proffered.

     

    "You’re very kind, Eric," she said. "I look forward to continuing our business relationship long into the future.

     

    "Of course, Bette," he replied. "Do you mind if I take a look around to see if you have anything that catches my eye? I know you’re closing soon."

     

    "Take your time, Eric," Bette replied. "I’ll be here for a while yet, even though we’ll be closing. I have a brief staff meeting before I lock up tonight."

     

    She shook her head as she walked back to her office. The phone was ringing just as she opened the door.

     

    "Bette Porter," she answered.

     

    "Finally!" It was Tina on the other end.

     

    "We did have busy days, didn’t we?" Bette laughed into the phone. "Are you on your way to your meeting soon?"

     

    "I have to leave in about 10 minutes," Tina replied. "Can I call you when I get home? It shouldn’t be later than 10."

     

    "Call me at home as long as it’s before 11:30," Bette replied. "I can’t wait to talk to you."

     

    "You sound kind of distracted," Tina observed. "Is something going on?"

     

    Bette thought she could save what had just transpired for their conversation later in the evening.

     

    "Nothing really," she replied. "I have a staff meeting then I’ll be going home."

     

    "I’ll let you go then," Tina wasn’t convinced nothing was going on, but she didn’t have time to press Bette for details. "Have a relaxing night."

     

    "I’ll talk to you soon, Tee," Bette said.

     

    Tina hung up the phone and gathered the necessary papers together in preparation for her supper meeting.

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    Comments

    1. Another great chapter. Glad I caught it before I leave work. Tina’s friend Sharon kind of reminds me of Kate Capshaws friend in “A Girl Thing”, she’s too funny. My best friend is just like that, has to know everything. Looking forward to your next chapter.

    6. aka Just Once

      First a big congrats on your award – very deserved!!! Love the story so very much!

      Second – so are you kidding me … correlation coefficients and p-values… so the next time I have a question about cross-correlation or auto-correlation values… can I give you a call? only kidding. By the way what do you do for work?

      Again I so love your story and the missed phone calls and messages between these two- it is so fun to read. Thanks so very much for taking the time to write!

    7. Because it’s you, I have no fear that Eric will turn into a craxed killer.

      I am curious though, doesn’t Eric know that Bette is a lesbian???? This could get awkward…

      Thanks for posting another chapter!

    9. I so love your work. Congratulations…I just found out about your award! I must tell you…You’re one of my top 3…If I had to pick a position for the 3 of you in my mind, I couldn’t. Let’s just say I’m batting 1000%…And I don’t even care much for baseball. Your writing has overwhelmed me over and over.

    10. This line alone should keep ink flowing in your new award pen. “That little piece of skin that attaches your tongue to the floor of your mouth,” Sharon said. “You said it was sore after all the action you got this weekend.” Now, that was priceless. Congrats.

    11. And…Oh, I forgot…WTF are correlation coefficients and p-values? I have a B.A. in journalism, but I’ve never hear of these things in relation to writing (or whatever) in my life. Jeez. You really do rock!

    16. love the banter. the love story. sharon was great. im thrilled everytime i see youve posted. know something good is coming my way.

      congrats on the award. you deserved it.

    19. wow! i just maneged to read all of the previous chapters… very well written with lot of details, i wish this stuff would have been in the show! or at least more of it in “Looking back”
      keep it up and pls update asap

    20. Hope I’m not too late to comment on this wonderful chapter. :) I’m glad Tina and Bette finally connected after they kept missing each other. Too bad Eric was lurking around! Brilliant though, having him ask Bette out. ;) Great chapter, as always. I am patiently waiting for the next.

    21. Good chapter. Sharon is funny and glad Tina have a friend like that. Ok something is wrong, wonder why Eric didn’t know Bette is gay or he know and he know that Tina break up with him for Bette and now he want to play game with Bette and Tina. Post soon, thanks!

    22. COngrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! on your FanFicAwards..woo hooooo~ ooo,correlation coefficient and the p-values..don’t really like them,i’ve studied them for a while..hee. Hmm..didn’t Tina told Eric about Bette when they broke up?? Can’t wait for the next installment!

    23. The card was so romantic ! …. lol ….. “many a true word is said in jest”, I believe is the saying. Your writing is quite lovely, extremely engaging, I thank you.

    26. Hey a big high five for you as congrates for your award. It’s so well deserved. Woopie I am so happy for you and the wonder story you put worth for all of us to enjoy.. Thanks

    29. Just wanted to say congrats on your award, you deserve it.. And I have been reading your stories from day one, just not big on commenting, but now since I am trying to take a crack at my own story, I see where comments make your day.. Stroke of the ego, lol.. Keep it up and post soon..

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