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At first sight
Story written on February 8, 2011 by kins40.
Tina’s mind had just been as preoccupied. Her preoccupation, however, was trying to come to term with what she was feeling every time, her thoughts wandered towards her encounter of last weekend. Bette was so warm and kind and..protective. Her stomach fluttered when she remembered how she had taken her into her arms pretending she wanted to dance with her. Tina remembered her perfume and how she spoke so softly in her ear to reassure her.
Friday night 8 o’clock, Bette picked Tina up from her apartment. The brunette still had no idea where they were headed. Tina gave her an address and they soon were on their way.
A little while later, Bette pulled in the car park of a fairly non-descript restaurant. They entered through a blacked-out door and found themselves in a dim lit reception area. They were greeted by the Maitre D’ who welcomed them to "Dans le Noir!" a dining experience like no other in total darkness!
Bette’s eyes shot wide open.
Dominique, the Maitre D’, explained briefly the concept of the restaurant. Tonight, Bette and Tina would be dining in complete darkness. They will taste food like they have never tasted it before as the element of sight infects the way food is perceived. Not seeing your food will get you back to the real taste and parfums.
He continued, that they would be waited on by blind waiters and that a further set of instructions would await them once they reached the dining room.
John, their waiter, soon appeared from behind a curtain. He greeted both of them. He shared with them that when Tina had made the booking that they would both be dining from the "surprise menu", there would therefore be no need for them to consult the menu any further.
Bette and Tina were then motioned to a bank of lockers along one wall where diners had to deposit all bags, phones or anything that could produce a light. Bette was speechless, however, she did as instructed. She took a look at Tina, who was clearly delighted with her choice of "penalty".
They were led to their table one at a time. Tina went first and was soon seated. Bette’s turn came next. How bad could it be? Once her eyesight adjusted to the darkness in the room, she soon would be able to see somewhat. Total darkness was rare these days, especially if you lived in a big city. She could not have been more wrong. She placed her hand on the waiter shoulder and was guided to a pitch-dark room. The darkness in the room was absolute. Literally no light whatsoever. Bette was led to her seat, each action she was to take explained carefully and patiently by John.
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(33 votes, average: 4.76 out of 5)
I am smiling broadly after reading your this chapter. You really write this beautifully. Thanks for the post!
This story just gets better and better with every new chapter. Not only a wonderful B&T beginning but they are each introducing the other to a whole new world as they get to know one another. Truly one of the best new stories on the site. Thanks for sharing your talent.
I’m really fond of this story! And thanks for sharing yet another fascinating experience. I’ve heard of a restaurant in Paris where you eat in complete darkness. But I think it was more about meeting a blind date (no pun intended) and base your first impression on the inside of the person rather than the outside… Anyway, looks like Tina might be questionning this “straight” little matter very soon… Thanks a lot!
This story is just one of the most wonderful stories I read on this site. I have a friend who is blind and I am always in awe how well she has adapted to her disability. And after recently reading it to her she said that your writing is beautifully and skillfully written well done !!!.It is a different spin/storyline to my two favorite LWord characters and having been Opaque in LA I can truly agree with Bette that it is an dining experiance and a half. Thanks for sharing your talent with us all.PPVS
Very very interesting!
WOW!!! What a wonderful way to introduce Bette to Tina’s world. Thank you PPVS
I really love this spin on two of my favorite characters. Can’t wait for more! PPS
wow… what a chapter… i watched some movie a long time ago… the name escapes me, but this guy was explaining how a white cloud looked to a blind person… he had her feel a large piece of cotton… this chapter was just as perfet… is there such a place… i think it would be very interesting experience… pps
Your story is so unique I really love to read and eat. LOL so I don’t know how it would all go if I became blind… I can’t wait for more of this wonderful journey. Thank you for posting every day.
Awwww…so sweet. Loving your Bette and Tina. Can imagine them using their sense of touch in other arenas, as well…
What an awesome story you´re creating. Thank you for sharing your talent.
Wow! surprising.
I love it, such a wonderful and beautifully written story. Can’t wait for the next post.
What an interesting concept. You never really think of how different every day tasks, like eating, become when you don’t have your eyes to depend on. This was a perfect way of introducing Bette to her world and hopefully making her more comfortable with it.
Aww I loved this chapter! It was a clever way for Tina to show Bette into her world, I can’t wait to read how the connection between them grows!
Hey ! Oui, je connais bien aussi le restau “Dans le Noir” de la rue Quincampoix, j’y suis allée plusieurs et c’est effectivement une expérience incroyable à chaque fois, d’autant que le menu change régulièrement. En plus, c’est en effet très bon. Mais alors, Bette et Tina sont à Paris, Londres ou Barcelone ? ;)
Your story is so original and your characters appear larger than life. Tina feeling the goosebumps on Bette’s arms. Priceless!
Thank you for sharing this wonderful story with as.
I can only repeat what the others are saying in here..I’m smiling from ear to ear ’caused “You really write this beautifully.” PPS.
I’ve been following this story from the beginning. I look forward to it every morning. Thanks!
Wonderful, I look forward to every new post. Ah the things we take for granted; What a great way to explain.
You’ve taken our favorite characters and spun such a unique tale for them! It makes the remaining senses so much more acute and focused…can’t wait until they progress in their relationship…thanks for posting…
Thats good, they are so sweet and cute!