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Bette — Plan B; pt. 39
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“Opportunities? Such as?”
Oh no, Tina. I’m not announcing my plans to everyone, not just yet. I need to discuss them with you first. I’ve learned that lesson. What happens affecting our lives and livelihoods cannot be a group event. “I’m not at liberty to say, just yet.”
“Bette Porter, secret agent.”
Everyone had a chuckle at Shane’s joke. Jess was trying not to, but I saw her lips crack into just the smallest bit of a smile.
At one point I was worried when I heard Shane was buying the house next to Tina. I’m not sure why, exactly. I guess I was slightly jealous that she’d spend more time with Jess than I would; that situation has come to pass. But I see that Shane plays a role for Jess that I could never fulfill. She’s a sort of older sister and confidant. Seeing this in operation, I’m glad that Jess has had this influence in her life.
Is there a place for me in Jess’s life?
Lover is too narrow, though. I want to be Tina’s wife in a complete sense. That means sharing our lives. That means living in the present and planning our futures. That means helping her and supporting her as a mother to Jess. All of the things that I was supposed to be once, and should have continued to be.
“Where are you staying, Bette?”
“Hotel, at present.”
She gives me a smile. “We have plenty of room.”
And a thorough surveillance system. No thank you, Al. I know you mean well, but I believe I still need space to myself. “I don’t want to be a bother.”
“But it wouldn’t be.”
This time I don’t respond, and hope she doesn’t press the issue. I could try to get Jess to open up a little. But considering how well that worked last time, maybe not.
Fortunately Shane filled in the slack, telling a story about some ‘latest and greatest’ diva who was being a royal pain on the set. She wasn’t naming names, of course, but it’s funny nonetheless. And it has Jess totally captivated, which is good to see.
Mid-story, T walked away to take a telephone call. Why is it that times like this have me nervous, still? Even though I know she’s not seeing anyone, why do I expect a mystery woman to show up, suddenly, and claim her before I get my chance?
But Tina has kissed me. This morning, even. Knowingly. Willingly. Now if I can get her to accept my entry into more of her life.
When she returned to the table she looked off. Not upset, but there was certainly something in that call that disturbed her previously relaxed demeanor. “T?”
She shook her head. “It’s nothing. Work.”
I don’t press the issue, but I note that her mood stays through the rest of lunch. Unfortunately, so does Jess’s.
Throughout the meal I find myself relaxing more, enjoying the time with Shane, and even with
As we’re walking out the doors, I feel her touch, light, on my forearm. I follow her as she motions me to one side.
“Bette, can I talk to you, alone, for just a moment?”
Tina’s look is now far more anxious.
Nervously, I shake my head yes.
I hope I’m ready to hear what she has to say.
(tbc)
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great update I think I have a clue what going on I will pm you to ask if I’m right.
bon bons! bon bons!
Wonderful chapter; can’t wait for more!
I’m hoping that T needs Bette to look after Jess for a month or more because she has to go away on business. That would give them some time to bond.
Great chapter. Glad to get more inside Bette’s head. And a nice cliffhanger to boot. Thanks.
sorry i’m back in my cast for over doing it with my story. So this will be short. or actually long now. trying typing with one hand. lol… Gosh i love this story. It brings a cheer to my heart and a tear to my eyes. But i really really love it so. Sweet dream my P..
I’m ready to hear what she has to say. Update soon. Good Job.
Excellent chapter as ever pseud. Thanks
I know I shouldn’t do this, but I find myself “ranking” the various POVs in terms of whose I want to hear most about. All 3, for sure, but since Tina has the most complex decision to make I most want to know what she is thinking and what her conflicts are. Next is Bette but I (seem to) have a better sense of her. Jess is always amusing and interesting. As I said – I want all three POVs, but to me Tina’s is the one where I most look for insights and little details. Under what circumstances will she walk away from this, I wonder. Bette’s assyness and Jess’s non-acceptance, yes, but what type of assyness and what degree of non-acceptance? I am enthralled. Thanks, Pseud, for such a rich story.
“Now if I can get her to accept my entry into more of her life.” Is that how we’re referring to ‘it’ now? Heh…
K
Great chapter. Can’t wait for more. Hope Jess comes around soon.
I love the varying points of view in your story as it allows us great insight into the minds, thoughts, feelings of the main characters! Great job and please don’t keep us waiting too long!
I liked hearing Bette process what is going on. It seems realistic that she would vacillate between wanting to have a family and wanting to just have Tina. This is foreign territory for her and the fact that she freely admits her insecurities about being a parent, or even being part of their lives is touching. Jess smiled…just a bit, that’s a start. A small step, but a step nonetheless. Maybe Shane’s view next? She knows Jess the best outside of Tina…and she knows Tina. Hmmm, yeah – that could be interesting.
And you little missy…are you deliberately trying to make my night’s sleepless with that cliffhanger? Oy vey!!
i hope that too…great chapter post soon
Good chaper and let see what’s next!