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Breathe– Chapter 18
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Bette nodded her head and tried to smile, knowing this was a positive development, but still unable to completely shake the feeling of dread that came over her in the interview room.
Captain Benson studied her for a moment. “Bette,” he began. “This is good news. It means I won’t be forced to take you off the case for dumb-***** political reasons. Why do you look like you just flushed your goldfish?” he asked impatiently.
Bette leaned back and closing her eyes, drew in slow, deep breath not knowing how much she should share.
“I’m not sure” she started, and then hesitated not knowing if she should continue. “I’m not sure I know how to do my job and keep Tina safe,” she finally said, bringing her hand to her face and rubbing her tired eyes.
He took off his glasses and set them on the stack of forgotten case files. “Why do you say that Bette?” he asked rocking back in his chair slowly.
“Captain, this is new territory for me,” Bette said quietly. “I can’t guarantee that if this case and Tina collide I won’t choose Tina.” Her voice faltered as she felt like she was turning her back on everything she had learned over the past eight years.
For the first time since she had taken the oath to uphold the law, Bette was afraid that she would put the needs of one ahead of the needs of many.
Tapping his fingers together lightly, Captain Benson asked “Bette, before you even met this young woman how were you hoping this case would end?” He studied Bette’s face as she searched for an answer to his question.
Bette thought for a moment. “To get the ***** off the street before he could kill again,” she said finally, suddenly consumed by the guilt she felt because he had been allowed to kill again, and again and again.
He nodded and then said in a reassuring tone “That resolution shouldn’t put you at odds with your need to protect this woman and keep her safe. Why do you think she needs protection?” he asked, wanting to help Bette clear her mind so she could focus on the task at hand.
Bette didn’t even hesitate before offering “I’m afraid he can’t live with his failure and he will try to find her and finish the job he started,” she had begun strongly but her voice faded to a whisper as she finally articulated the fear that had been her constant companion since she learned Tina could identify his face.
“And how does that conflict with your need to stop him from killing again?” he finally asked, not wanting her to respond but hoping she was following his meaning.
“The difference here Bette is that you’ve put a face and a name to the person your protecting. It’s easier when possible future victims are unknown to us. That’s why,” his voice took on a parental tone, “we don’t want our detectives getting emotionally involved with principles in a case.”
Bette knew he was right, but it was too late. She already knew Tina’s name and face, and she hoped her work wouldn’t be compromised by her desire to protect Tina at all costs.
“What if while I’m protecting Tina, another woman dies because I was distracted?” Bette asks quietly, not sure she wanted him to answer the question.
“Then don’t be distracted,” he said simply as if it were the most natural and obvious thing in the world.
“Work the case Bette, that’s where you’re going to find your peace,” he looked into her face and realized she was still unsure. “Work the case Bette,” he repeated more firmly this time. “He’s in the evidence, and once you find him Tina will be safe.”
Bette absorbed his words and knew he was right.
She would take Tina home tonight, but then it was time for Detective Bette Porter to find a killer before he found anyone else.
TBC
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go kick some ass detective Bette Porter!! lol.. the pace of this is just rite, awsome stuff sox!
Sox, thank you so much for this story, it is different, refreshing and very very interesting and intriguing. Please keep this story going for a long time, but please get the bastard before he causes harm to Bette or Tina.
Thank you again.
sox – really great dialogue as always – oh the guilt Bette is headed for – hope she gets help dealing with it.
Once again, great chapter! Please let Bette catch the jerk before he gets to Tina! Or anyone else for that matter. Keep up the great work! I’m looking forward to seeing some more sweet B&T moments. :)
Sox, great job as usual. I know you’re busy with a fundraiser this weekend. Thanks for still taking the time to write for us. Can’t wait for the other chapters!
Thank You Sox1 for another great one.
I finished reading #17 and then POOF #18 appears,you are AWESOME…THANKS FOR THAT TREAT…Great job on this chapter..Now on the DRAMA…..
This captain Benson is a very clever and wise man, I like him.
Yes, his advice is the best : to find this dangerous killer as soon as possible is the only way to really protect Tina.
Duty’s conscience against emotional fears, need to keep her mind clear and effective instead of panicking about the potential risks for her protégée… life isn’t easy for our brave detective Porter now !
Cheer up, Bette !
… and once more : congratulations, talented writer !
Enjoy your so deserved week-end – and thank you !
OMG! OMG! OMG! Great chaptet! I just hope that Tina remembers that she saw that guy on the dock near Bette’s place too. Man, oh man, oh man! I am sitting on the egde of my seat, waiting for what comes next next. This is a really good story!
Your story is so well written, it’s a real pleasure to read it. Thank you
Come on Porter, you can be strong and in love at the same time. Do your job, like you were taugh to do and you will see the light at the end of the tunnel. The LOVE GOD IS GIVING YOU A SECOND CHANGE. Take it and run.. Thanks
Yay 2 chapters i just got on and i saw that there were 2 and i couldnt wait ne longer and i just had to read them!! i love this story(but i think i’ve said that in jusy about every1 of my comments) its coming along really well and i cant wait for the next chapter post whenever u can!! cant wait!!!
UMM can I have another, see when you give us 2, you just make us need a bigger fix next time. So to give me a fix I have found a huge need to read books. I just spent yesterday at barnes and noble getting books.
I’m glad to say in 1 day I read postmortem and handcock park.
And I’m so ready for bette to use all these skillz I keep hearing about. Let the hunt start!!!
Sox, you are amazing. I can’t wait for the next chapter so start typing.
I got so excited when I saw two chapters posted. Ya got me. Hook, line and sinker. ;)
Time for bette to get to work and catch this killer that will be intrsting can’t wait ( Don’t sleep tonight lol)
yes. got home and heres another one. whats a little sleep when u have all of us giving u so much support and warm fuzzies. bette will be the shiznit. all over. and from chapt 17 comments. i dont want u to lick anything u dont want to. love my left hand. soon, if u can.
oh yay! two posts in a day! very nice! please keep on posting
This story is like reading a best selling novel. You’ve got me hooked!
WOW! this story is fantastic. Its a book that cant be put down! Cannot wait for the next round! oh did i mention the WOW factor??? great job sox
I hope Bette realizes that she is a target also and takes the necessary precautions. Or will you throw in some twists and turns along the way?
It’s so exciting to read this story Sox! Thanks.
That’s right Bette, look after Tina in EVERY way by catching this basterd. Oh and by the way does he have a new victim inline? Another great chapter please keep this up!
Yup it happened again. I log in and see that you’ve posted and BAM! my heart races! It weird…I’m not looking for your chapters but then I see ‘Breathe’ and I lose my breath! I get scared, anxious and excited all at the same time. Keep it up Sox!
I hope she gets him soon..but I am sure there will be so much more drama..thanks Sox
Sox, this is 1 helluva story. And yes, I waso engrossed that when I went to click “next post by this author,” my mouth dropped and all I could say was…whyyyyyy? LOL
I need another chapter so I can breathe again.
This story is truly captivating!
i love this story and have been awaiting your return . the weekend is over and no word(s) from u . hope all is well. pls continue soooooon!
Yes Bette go kick some ass and put the baster in jail!
In an earlier chapter; wasn’t there a mentioned that the killer likes to “hang around the crime scene”. Wouldn’t the press have pictures of the spectators? Would Tina have a chance to scan and see if she recognize “him”?
I hope Bette catches him before the he gets to the real estate lady.
Great story!
Good luck with your fund raiser thing on Sunday!
You should really consider trying to get this thing published, it’s that good!
This story is like an exceptionally fine wine, it’s depth and full character are developing with age. I am savoring every bit of it.
Happy to see that Capt. Benson was there with words of wisdom and support for Bette. He was able to get her centered without admonishment.
How will Bette manage to remain focused with Tina living with her? Tina’s insecurities and fear will surely tug at Bette’s heart. Will Tina listen to what Bette tells her to do so that she doesn’t put herself in any danger while Bette is tracking the killer. Will Tina eventually be used as the bait to draw out the killer? It’s a good thing I don’t bite my nails or I would surely not have any left by now!
I’m playing catch up, so I’ve just finished the last 4 chapters, and they’re just great. Sox, you’ve got me stuck on this story. It’s good to see that Bette is realizing that the best way to keep Tina safe is to keep focussed on her job. Going to love Bette’s progress in tracking down this sicko and making him pay. Anxiously awaiting.
Sox you have an amazing talent of sucking the reader in and making them feel that they are in the story…i love it…and your chapters from the killers pov are great…always love to see both sides…keep them coming…maybe put it in book form??…the way you have connected these two in so short a time and made it real…i am almost speechless as you can see …lol…can’t wait for the next installment.
Two very good chapters indeed …
I agree that it is time Bette gets back to work but in the meantime, we are Sunday evening and the week-end is not over for our 2 love birds I hope ?
They will come back to Bette’s place and given the intensity of their feelings (and also the toughness of the interview), I do believe they have to reconnect before their ‘feet back down on the ground’.
Especially since Monday morning will see the strong Bette Porter in action and probably not as available as she would like to be for Tina.
Thanks again and I hope you had a nice w-e.