“I don’t know what to say Bette.” Tina honestly says and looks into Bette’s eyes.

“What was going on with you at that time?” Bette asks.

“Oh, I wish I knew, then this would be so easy to get through.” Tina says, still holding Bette’s eyes. “The divorce was so raw. In a way… as I have told you before. I was trying to protect you… in a way. I knew you still loved me, you made that clear the whole time. But I did not want to listen to that at the time. So, to not give you anymore grieve, I stayed away. It was one of the hardest things I have ever done. I loved Kit. She was my family.” Tina adds and wipes the tears away.

Bette looks down on Tina, as she sits next to the sofa on the floor, looking up at Bette with teary eyes.

“What did you do that day?” Bette asks after a few moments. A little afraid of the reply.

“I went to this lake, close to where I lived. I brought a thermos with coffee, food, and a blanket. I stayed there for about 4 or 5 hours. Crying, mourning Kit. Remembering Kit. I had some photos of Kit on my mobile, so I watched those. But basically, I cried for 4 hours.” Tina cries softly. Bette reached for Tina’s hand again, giving it a lovingly squeeze, which makes Tina look up into Bette’s eyes again. “You should hate me Bette.” Tina adds in a whisper.

“I could never hate you Tina. Never.” Bette whispers back. “I think I need to rest for a little while. Do you mind?” Bette asks softly.

“Off course not. I told you to rest when you need to.” Tina replies.

“But we had a good conversation going now.” Bette says.

“We can continue this later. We have all the time in the world Bette. Your health is the most important thing. So rest when you need to, please.” Tina replies with a loving look.

“Okay. I think I’ll go into the bedroom to lay down. Better for my back.” Bette says and slowly stands up.

“Still getting dizzy?” Tina asks concerned.

“Just a little, I’ll be okay.” She starts walking towards the bedroom. “Wake me when we’re closing in on dinner?” She says, turning around towards Tina.

“Sure. Anything in particular you want for dinner?” Tina asks, also getting up and walk over to Bette.

“I love everything you make. But if it would be my last meal… I would go for…” Bette thinks for a few seconds, Tina looking on amused.

“It will most definitely not be your last meal. I’m a good cook.” Tina playfully replies.

“I know, I know.” Bette chuckles. “I’d love a good fish though.” Bette finally says.

“Okay, fish it is. I need to go down to the market to shop a little then. Will you be okay here?” Tina asks a little concerned.

“I’ll be fine. Besides, I will be sleeping. You don’t have to worry so much every time you need to leave the house for a few minutes.” Bette says and reach her hand up to Tina’s face and softly stroke her chin.

“Off course I’ll worry. But I’ll try to hide it a little more.” Tina says and cover Bette’s hand with hers and closes her eyes for a second, feeling the love from Bette. When she opens her eyes again, Bette’s face is close to hers, asking for permission to get even closer. Tina does not hesitate at all and closes the distance in a second and their lips meet. “I love you Bette.” She adds after a few seconds of kissing.

“I love you too Tina.” Bette replies. She gives her one last kiss, before walking into the bedroom and Tina walking the other way towards the kitchen. She had some shopping to do.