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And it Started With a Phone Call Chapter 17
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Tina slipped off her heels by the door and walked with Bette back into the kitchen.
Bette thought it was as good a time as any to bring up the visitor she had to the gallery that afternoon.
"Can I ask you something?" she started vaguely.
Tina furrowed her brow and smiled at Bette’s phrasing.
"Sure, ask whatever you want," she said as she took a seat at the kitchen table.
"Can I assume you didn’t tell Eric you were seeing me when you broke up with him?" Bette inquired.
"I just told him I felt we had grown apart and that I needed to move on," Tina began by way of explanation. "I didn’t think I needed to go further than that at this point. We’d only been dating for nine months."
"He came by the gallery this afternoon," Bette finally blurted out, her back to Tina, awaiting the response.
"Did he bring a cheque?" Tina asked. "He always was so anal about paying for purchases on a very specific schedule."
"He did," Bette hesitated before continuing. "And he asked me out."
Tina let Bette’s words sink in before she spoke.
"He asked you outon a date?" her tone implied confusion.
"I thought he knew I was *****, I mean, most people I’ve been dealing with at the gallery, or in the business community have seen me at various events with women," Bette hurried forward with her comments. "I assumed he knew, but I guess, he’s a fairly new client in the big scheme of things, and hasn’t seen me at many social functions."
"Well, on the bright side, he’s moving on, I guess," Tina half expected a slightly longer mourning period, but at least Eric showed some good taste as he threw himself headfirst back into the dating pool. "So when are you going out with him?" She couldn’t even keep the smile from creeping up her face as she asked the question.
"I thought maybe the three of us could go out," Bette wasn’t one to back down from a verbal challenge.
"Okay, I think we should stop this conversation from going any further," Tina laughed. "You win this round." She stood and walked over to Bette. "How could he not be attracted to you. You’re intelligent, talented, and beautiful. He’s got great taste" Tina reached past Bette’s shoulder into the cupboard for some cups for their tea.
Bette felt Tina’s arm brush past her, barely touching her hair. She tried to be subtle as she enjoyed Tina’s proximity to her. Her scent triggered a memory.
"You left a t-shirt here," Bette said. "I put it in the top drawer of the dresser."
"I thought I must have left it here," Tina replied as she set the cups onto the countertop. She grinned to herself, having noticed Bette’s response as she brushed by her. "I’ll get it before I leave later."
"You can leave it here," Bette suggested. "I mean, I just wanted to let you know it was still here." She poured the boiling water into the pot and replaced the lid. "Let’s take our tea into the living room."
‘Why does she make me so nervous,’ she thought to herself. ‘I sound ridiculous."
"So how long am I blessed with your presence this evening," Bette spoke over her shoulder as she carried the pot, with Tina close behind.
"An hour or so?" Tina suggested. "That will get me home just after 10 and I can get a decent night’s sleep for a change."
"Considering I didn’t expect to see you at all, I’ll take an hour," Bette set the pot onto the coffee table and sat at the end of the couch, motioning Tina to sit beside her.
"I don’t know how I could be sitting all day and still feel so tired," Tina stretched her legs out in front of her and settled in to rest her head on Bette’s shoulder.
Bette lightly kissed the top of Tina’s head.
"Now is your down time," she said softly. "No phones ringing, no contracts to read, and you have me to do your bidding."
"That sounds like something I could get used to," Tina felt as though she could drift off any moment.
Bette brought Tina closer into her embrace.
‘This is something I already feel like I’m used to,’ she thought to herself. She leaned in and closed her eyes as she marvelled at the turn her life had taken.
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I could get used to Bette holding me too. Nice chapter, post another soon, Please
I agree with fergz.. I could definately get used to Bette holding me, who couldn’t? Great chapter. I liked how Bette kept Tina’s shirt under her pillow- so cute! Can’t wait for more :)
Sweet, come on Girl, post again,
She will sleep much better in B’s arms
don’t you think
“I’m open to them, and encourage your thoughts.” Woo… how ’bout reader hints regarding ‘lots n lots of pages’? ;-)
Man, I’m so hopelessly in love with this B&T burgeoning relationship it’s just not funny. These quiet peaks into everyday life are just as good as any other because the quality of your writing is so high. I’m not usually a fan of sweet but this story is slowly redefining my tastes. I’m hopelessly addicted, thanks for feeding my habit ;-)
Very Sweet.
Usually short chapters get me frustrated cos I want more. But this was enough, just a brief stop to check in on our two favorite girls. Very nice, very nice indeed. By the way my best friend of over 20yrs is just like Sharon, except she can’t keep a secret so we never tell her everything.
Feeling warm and fuzzy all over. Very sweet.
Good chapter. Bette is so cute she keep Tina’s t-shirt under her pillow, and love Bette and Tina’s love, they so cute. Post soon!
The warmth and attention to detail in your chapters is such a quintessential, beautiful thread. You lend your character grace, an unparalleled distinction. You write the emotions, and we feel them. Thank you Swim.
I have to agree with Eric having very good taste in women. Who would not want to date either Tina or Bette. Although this chapter was very simple, it was beautiful, because it is nice to see the “normal” life between these too. It makes the story more realistic too. Awesome job once again! Kiitos!
Can’t I just live with them in their houses, in their lives, in the middle of this story? That way, I could just live and breathe and exist day-to-day, enjoying this story and not be dependent upon you for another post.
I want to be there for every moment, including the small ones “that exist in private” like these.
Escapism? For sure! I love the world you’re weaving for these two.
Poor Eric, shot down twice. You can’t blame a man for trying, though, can you? I wonder how he’ll feel when he finds out that B&T are together, foolish? But it’s not the ‘Eric gets humiliated Show’ either, is it? I like your focus: nothing extraneous and falsely dramatic, non-stop B&T.
Thank you.
If she spends the night she will not get any much needed sleep. Do you think I could trade place with Tina for 5 minutes. Dtdn’t think so. Thanks for posting
Cute chapter. I like how Tina can still make Bette nervous even though they are now officially girlfriends.
Post soon.
Love Peace and Chicken Grease.
Sweet chapter, what if they fall asleep and she end up staying the night and getting the best nights sleep than she has had in quite some time? I hope that Eric was not snooping around having heard that they see each other. Please post again soon.
Hey definitely really sweet I Love it Thanks WOW! Please continue post soon.
hmm, my wish… let T stay there for a night… and I don’t have anything NC-17 on my mind,really!LOL. only sweet dreams! ok, but if I comment or not, I trust you with this story and always read. thanks and please post soon.
What a delicious storyline and the magical way you deliver it. Thanks
Hey “swimmin” looks like you have a new fan here….I love what you have given us with B&T’s beginning….it reminds me very much of my current relationship, we met 5 years ago, and lived 45 min apart. I can easily recall how cherished our encounters were,until of course I demanded she move in with me, after I tired of the commute. I’m waiting for Bette to do the same…: )
And live happily ever after! Thanks for sharing your talent!
And I could get used to finding your posts. Would love to see more of your posts. cute and sweet chapter by the way.
Sweet just a nice night
what can you say to near perfection. dont let it go to your head. lol. really enjoyed the inner dialogue, the actual dialogue. and its was just do damn comfortable. my comments would be please more, asap. thanks again.
so sweet..
K
Excellent chapter. They are just so sweet. Can’t wait for more.
This is such a sweet and endering story. Sorry for not commenting before, but I most definitely wanted to congratulate you on your award!