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Bette — Plan B; pt. 99
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Something was digging in under my arm. I reached under the covers, and pulled out a stuffed animal. One that I immediately recognized, although he was quite a bit less loved the last time I’d seen him. “You still have him.”
“Mr. Goofy Bear? Of course.”
Jess awkwardly grabbed the animal from me and clutched him close. “I’ve had him forever.”
“Since you were three months old.”
“That so?”
“Yup, I know who gave him to you.”
She slowly rolled her head towards me. “Let me guess. You?”
I shook my head slowly. “Nope. My sister.”
“You have a sister?”
“I had a sister.” Now, the question is, is there a delicate way to say this? “She passed away.”
“I’m sorry.”
Trying to avoid feeling too sad, I found myself smoothing back Jess’s curls again. “Thanks.”
“Do you miss her?”
“Yeah, I do.”
“Was she nice?”
At so many times during our shared existence, I’m sure I would have answered this question differently. But now, there was no question. “Yeah, she was. She gave you that bear, that was nice.”
“Do you think she would have liked me?”
“I know she loved you.”
This brought a smile to Jess’s face, which, in turn, brought a smile to my own.
It’s rare that I talk about Kit anymore, but now, it just seems right.
“How?”
“What”
“How do you know?”
How does anyone know anything, Jess? “She told me so. She used to babysit you.”
“She did?”
“Yes, she did.”
“Was she pretty?”
“Very pretty. She had a darker complected than either of us, and she often wore her hair in long curls, sort of like yours might be if you let it grow out.”
“Did she sing?”
That was an odd question. “She did, actually. She was a professional singer for a number of years, before she settled down here in LA. Why?”
“Then she’s my angel-lady.”
“Your what?”
“The angel-lady that used to babysit me. She’d sing me to sleep.”
“That was probably her.”
“I used to think I was dreaming her, but then I saw a picture once, a few years ago, and I knew she wasn’t a dream.”
Jess was silent for a minute, and I thought perhaps she’d drifted into sleep.
“Is it okay if I call her that? Would she mind? I never could remember her name.”
I placed a light kiss on Jess’s temple. “I’m sure she doesn’t mind in the least that you think of her as your angel-lady.”
“Good.”
Jess snuggled her bear closer, and I heard her breathing deepen. I sat and watched her through the dim light of the room, listening to the even breathing, and thinking of Kit. My sister. Jess’s guardian angel-lady. Yeah, I think she’d like that a lot.
(tbc)
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Thanks for getting one in before the new year. I love this story! Happy New Year!
what a wonderful new year’s gift – I love how Bette and Jess connect – Chinese girl has an excellent suggestion for the next chapter but I trust you know exactly where you want to take us – thanks so much for this wonderful tale.
wow, such a great chapter :) It’s sooooo geed to see bette and jess being….. motherly and daughterly to each otehr. it brings such a senceon warmth. angel-lady. I loved that:) please don’t keep us waiting too long!! keep writing. I’ll be reading.
Such a sweet and heart-warming chapter. It’s so good to see the connection Jess is forming with Bette. Thanks for this New Year’s present, pseud.
‘ere, how are you going to close this story off in 1 further chapter, there seems so much more to explore?!!!! Hope you had a fabbie festive period, looking forward to the next chapter with mixed feelings…….
so good. it’s great to read such quality, really appreciate it. Happy New Year.
I liked it because Jesse did remember the angel-lady. Kit would have loved the name. Nice that Bette was taking care of Jesse. thanks
As always, any update of yours is truly welcomed. As we’ve said all along, your writing is so heartfelt and real, that you can actually picture yourself there listening to the conversations taking place. Nice to see Jess and Bette connecting, like how you brought Kit into it. I’m with a few of the others, would be nice if Tina was lurking in the background watching and listening. Time those two got together.
Oh, that was so sweet. Thanks for the chapter, I was going through withdrawal. Look forward to more.
Hey all, I hope the holiday was a joyous one for all! I like Chinesegirl’s POV, I’ll keep my fingers crossed that the story evolves like that. Hey Psued I think the person who told you to stop at 100 made a typo, they actuallt meant 1000 — or at least a few more so we can see all three of your characters together, enjoying each other and their family — PLEASE!
this was really sweet moment…now we can have late night chat with tina
Happy New Year.
That was awesome and sweet. Loved it. Looking forward to the next chapter.
i love your story. warms my heart, makes me giggle, and puts a smile on my face:) thx
Wow, how far have these two come, from slamming doors to snuggling in bed. This was a great connection between Bette and Jess. I hope that Tina is able to accept this new found relationship without feeling jealous, but it is understandable if she can not. What I am wondering is why Tina did not bring Bette to bed with her AND where is Bette going to go when she leaves Jess’s room…A> back to the sofa (let’s hope not) B> into Tina’s room (bold, going where she is not invited) or C> just spending the night with Jess (hmmmm…now back to the thought of making Tina jealous…) Thanks for the update…looking forward to your next post.
Wo, I almost fell out of my chair when I saw your post! Ha, ha….good thing I was not on a high chair! Great, sweet, tender moment. I did think Mr. Goofy Bear was from Bette, but coming from Kit was just perfect. As for Brigbeach question of where Bette will go after Jess’s room – I think Tina heard Jess in the kitchen, got up to help her, but sees the ‘connection’ between Bette and Jess and just watch; and she will realize how Bette and Jess are mother/child. She will then invite Bette into her room. Hey, it’s New Year’s! I can dream. Thanks, P…you’re so wonderful to share your story.
Wow! You just totally made me cry. That was such a touching chapter. Thanks for mentioning Kit. I was always wondering when Bette would bring her up again.
Good chatper. This is sad to heard about Kit and like what is Jess call her. Glad Bette and Jess talk a little and now let see whats next, thanks!
hey pseud . very nice. loved it . such a tender moment
It so sweet to have Bette & Jessie getting closer. Those precious moments are really touching, especially this one about Kit. Thanks for the update. Have a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year.
A P-post, what a pleasant surprise :-)I’m at loss for words to describe the way your writing affects me, gets me tinking about my own life and sticks with me for days. Thank you!
Awww. That was so touching! Very lovely.
What a beautiful chapter Pseud, thanks. And happy new year!
Bette seems to be making good progress with Jess but not so sure about Tina. Finishing at chapter 100 – surely not (please!) ;-)
so sweet finally they are closer..i just hope Yina feel that too..cant wait for more pseud..thanks and happy 2006 :o)
What a wonderful New Year’s gift! I don’t know why, but when I read it, a very very strange thought came to my mind. Bette and Jess have no consanguineous link and they are apart for almost 15 years. So in fact, they’re totally strangers to each other. Is it possible Jess really regards Bette as a mother? I think it’s more like mom’s partner. So is the feeling a daughter to a mother? To me, it’s more like a person to another person. So… so… so is it possible for Jess to like/love Bette, you know, as a person? I know I’m crazy, hoho. Please go on with your fantastic story and update more often. =)
Pseud – what can I say that’s not already been said. You’ve taken us on quite the ride with this story. It’s been touching, anxiety provoking, heart-warming, creative and a phenomenal read. Your writing does not disappoint – ever. Truly a pleasure to have had the opportunity to enjoy the fruits of your labour. Thank you for writing my favourite story on the boards.
Wonderful update. Loved it. Thanks for giving us another chapter.
Nice chapter. It was a nice relaxing way to end a day. Thanks
Awwwwww…very touching!! Happy New Year to you and all! Love, T.
I love these quiet, intimate moments b/w characters. It makes the them more realistic and human.
As always, all good things must come to an end….but its so hard for me to see that happening with this story…I mean Jess just has so much more havoc to create…………Bette & Tina are back together and you cant leave us hanging…they MUST have “back together sex” before something else happens to Jess!! ;)
i love watching bette and jesse getting closer was a beautiful chap to bad tina wasn’t watching in the shadows
Yes! Excellent as always. Thanks for posting.
Your posts are always so good. This one about Kit is just really touching. I have 2 nieces and 4 nephews and they mean so much to me but I think my nephews will remember me as the cookie dough lady! Happy New Year.
Aw suchs.That was so sweet without any saccharin; just real heartfelt emotions and tenderness.This showed the depth of emotions that Bette and Jess have developed.Love is like a tiny flower; it starts as a small seed but given time and affectionate nurturing will grow and grow and grow.Awesome and awe-inspiring writing; a deft and delicate touch with the simplest and most complex feelings.Love is…..Another magnificent chapter from your good self.Your Loyal Fan.