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    Back Home Again 17

    Story written on July 1, 2008 by pseud.
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    Author Notes:

    Let the lunching begin.

     

    “I would have welcomed that offer a few years ago.”

     

    “But you decided to forego such a state?”

     

    “No. Actually, after some amount of searching, I found, or should I say we, Bette and I, found a gentleman with all of the prowess we were looking for.”

     

    “Once again, I find that I have come up short. Except for the company, of course.”

     

    The overly florid language made Tina smile. She knew her friend was putting on a show on her behalf, and perhaps for his own amusement. “So, what is up in the world of the country gentleman lawyer?”

     

    “You know, the usual. Making sure that grandmother can preserve the homestead so that her progeny can lose it through poor investments financed by the equity.”

     

    “Sounds lucrative.”

     

    “It’s generally good for continued business, in one form or another.”

     

    As Tina listened attentively, she hadn’t noticed the small form approaching quickly until she let out the inadvertent “uph!” as her daughter vaulted into her lap.

     

    “Mommy.”

     

    “Hey sweetie.”

     

    “I’m going to guess this is your product of granted prowess.”

     

    “She is indeed. Angelica, will you say hello to Mr. Carter?”

     

    The girl looked up at her mother and blinked her dark eyes. “No,” she said, giggling.

     

    “I am saddened to see that my much renowned charm is universally failing with the Kennard women.”

     

    “You don’t need charm. Just candy.”

     

    “Does that work for you or for her?” he asked, leaning a little closer.

     

    “I guess some questions shall remain unanswered,” Tina countered, as she tried to smooth down Angelica’s curls. “Are you enjoying yourself, sweetie?”

     

    “She’s enjoying the chance at grabbing goodies from the buffet.”

     

    As Tina looked over her shoulder she saw Bette approaching in a slow stroll. She gave her former partner a smile, a gesture that was quickly lost as she saw Bette’s eyes focus on Preston.

     

    He stood. “I am pleased to meet you ma’am. Preston Carter.” Accompanied by a slight bow, of course.

     

    “Bette Porter.” Accompanied by a cold smile.

     

    “Charmed.”

     

    “Likewise.”

     

    Tina’s observations of the two of them were distracted as Angelica squirmed off her lap.

     

    “Wanna run.”

     

    “Okay, sweetie, but stay close where mommy can see you.”

     

    Oblivious to the drama, Angelica ran for a nearby patch of grass.

     

    “If you two will excuse me,” Preston interrupted, seeming less oblivious, “I need to check on a few things.”

     

    “Of course.” Bette. Always polite. Even when insincere.

     

    Bette took Preston’s place on the glider. Tina could feel her reaching out, wanting to hold hands, no doubt. Tina crossed her eyes, keeping her gaze on Angelica as the girl inspected blades of grass in keen detail.

     

    Rather than letting herself sulk, Tina took in a deep breath. “We’re not going to do this.”

     

    Silence.

     

    “Bette, you cannot do this.”

     

    “What am I doing?”

     

    “I can’t believe you think that I might be interested in a man.”

     

    “Well,” Bette left the rest hanging unspoken, but tangible, between them.

     

    “I’ve already told you that Henry was a mistake. One of many mistakes I’ve made that I’m not interested in repeating.”

     

    Face flushed with anger, Tina got off the glider and grabbed Angelica’s hand, leading the girl towards the buffet.

     

    (end part 17)

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    5. It was the one purposeful mistake that Tina followed thru on to break Bette. Time for Tina to own up to her faults and let Bette feel some security in the fact that she does want her. Now on the flip side Bette needs to take it down a notch and be willing to talk things out, I think she may be in that place and that will hopefully keep the trouble from blowing up completely.

    9. Why was I thinking of Tennessee Williams? Pitch-perfect dialogue, of course! And the usual push and pull between Tina and Bette. Angelica is adorable and terribly two, of course! Thanks!

    10. I love this story, but wish that they would talk more….they both need to verbalize what they’re thinking and feeling…T cutting B off like that seemed kinda harsh, let’s remember it does take B awhile to open up, plus she also probably realized the family luncheon isn’t exactly the time or place to get into that discussion….aagh, anyway, I also hope that they can get on the same page soon!

    11. How much do I love this story? So much. Sigh. Maybe I’m the only one, I see forward progress here. Slowly but surely. Love all the details, all the characters. Thank you, Pseud.

    12. Yowch, when Tina takes a stance she means it, doesn’t she? I think they need to have A Talk, cos at least one of them’s got some trust issues. Not talking was one of the many mistakes from last time round, hopefully they can avoid it this time, and not start putting walls up. Thanks and do post soon, pseud.

    16. Wow, Tina is being very harsh with Bette. She’s tried to explain things to Tina, tried to show her that she’s changing, but she’s not getting a lot of enthusiasm from Tina. Yes, Bette is showing some trust issues, but maybe that would go away if they just talked…why do they never do this???? Wonderful story Pseud and great update!

    18. Great to see another installment of this story. Your well-chosen words lend much to its development. More when you can would be appreciated.

    20. Aw, come on I’d have been a bit taken back if I had walked in on that situation. Tina needs to cut Bette a little bit of slack and visa versa.

    22. Awww, Bette can’t seem to catch a break here. I am so glad to see this story. It seems Bette and Tina take a step forward and then two steps back, then maybe two forward and then one back. They seem to remain in the same plain as they were when Bette showed up at the same hotel. I hope that they are able to get into some sort of even playing field soon.

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