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Chandelier – 44
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"Nice, Bette."
Bette glanced at her. "It’s too easy for you to hurt me. Sometimes it gets too much for me to deal with."
Tina glanced briefly at the brunette, regarding her. "That’s why you went after the carpenter?"
"Actually, she went after me." Bette admitted. "I just allowed myself to be caught."
"Why?"
Bette sighed. "I don’t know. Maybe I just liked being… wanted."
Tina lowered her gaze, silent.
"I didn’t know how you felt about me."
"You were first, last and forever," Tina cut in gently. "What was there to know?"
"You weren’t exactly open for long talks, T," Bette said softly.
"I realize that, but…" Tina paused, noticing how Bette’s body seemed stiff, as if bracing herself for something. Tina regarded the brunette, and laughed. "Babe, relax. You’re misreading my incredulous tone as accusing."
Bette frowned. "What?"
Tina held her hand out to Bette, pulling her closer. "Lie down on my lap, babe."
Bette voluntarily lied down, resting her head on Tina’s thigh, as Tina began to run her fingers through Bette’s unruly hair. "So you’re not mad?"
"Yeah, I’m mad," Tina corrected. "But mostly at myself. I mean, I’ve always known I can be selfish, and even unkind, but I should’ve noticed that."
"It’s okay–"
"No, Bette, it’s not." Tina said firmly, gazing down at her lover. "I want you to trust me enough to tell me when something isn’t right. I know I can do a good job of reading you, but sometimes, you know, the powers wear off."
"If I promise that, will you do the same?" Bette questioned.
"Telling you when something’s wrong?" Tina asked.
Bette nodded.
"We’ve got to start re-learning to listen to each other," Tina said lightly.
Bette regarded Tina. "Can I ask you a question?"
"Sure."
Bette sat up, and faced the blonde. "What did you like about Henry?"
"Bette."
"What? It’s an innocent, and simple question."
"Uh huh." Tina said, skeptically.
"Please?"
"You know what? I think you’re sexist."
"You’re avoiding the question."
"And you’re not denying it."
Bette conceded that. "Okay, I admit, it hurts more that you went back to men. At least I know what I’m up against if it were other women."
"So you would’ve accepted it if I’d cheated on you with Helena?"
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Yay! I’m first! Great chapter, tiff. I absolutely love the way you let the characters discuss their problems, and I certainly wish we could see that type of interaction on the show!
First, I’m honored that a goofy little story I wrote was referenced. *blushes* Tina was right. They are both idiots, but perhaps now they can be recovering idiots. Two MILFs and an SUV. Sounds like a nice ride.
i love your dialogue. yes bette and tina are idiots for fucking up their relationship so royally!
Love your story. Looking forward to the next chapter.
“We could’ve avoided all this if we’d talked to each other?….duh!…lol great chapter…can’t wait for Bette to show Tina the bedroom.
They’re making progress. They deserve a little break.
tiff….you’re simply the best at writing dialogue, having emotions and thoughts come through in dialogue. You just have this knack/talent for getting into their heads and expressing such realistic ideas. Every chapter is out of the park. Yiur story is so complex and interesting.
How great that these two are finally talking about their mistakes and actually listening to each other. This story is how the communication should have gone, instead of IC making them act like idiots. Thank you for trying to fix them. First communication now to see the bedroom..hmmm..I know talking is great, but action is better. Right, Tiff_Duke?
Maybe now they can start stepping forward and when they do fall back it is only a couple of steps and not falling all the way down the stair case. Maybe now the idoitness is behind them and only shows up occasionally. Yes go make some brand spanking new memories.
THANK THE GODS THERE MAKING PROGESS. PLEASE POST SOON LADY
Loved these lines:…Bette looked at her, before sighing and turning back towards the pool. “Sometimes I wish I didn’t love you the way I do.”Bette glanced at her. “It’s too easy for you to hurt me. Sometimes it gets too much for me to deal with.” …It gets to the heart of things, the heart of Bette which she so rarely shows. She IS vulnerable and sensitive. Loved it! Thanks!
i loved they way they talk to each other and the way they make up…will you write about their new memories so we know about them too?
sweeeeeeeeeeeeeet!
Please, please, PLEASE show us them making new memories in their room. Wonderful as always.
Excellent post TD. You’re too good!
tiff, you are the first last and everything of B&T writing!
Great stuff – loved the ending.
Good chapter. Glad they talk more and work thing out!!!!!!!!!!!!
You know, when I finish reading one of your chapters, I think “How is she ever going to top that one?” And, you always do. These two have been navigating through some raging waters and just when I think someone is going to drown, a hand is offered to lead the other to safety. And, apparently for a tumble in anything that has wheels. It really is quite touching to see their love continuing to bubble up as they push through their own and each other’s transgressions. It is fascinating to see their love and commitment wrestle with the demons of their past, especially the way that your write it. The dialog is so articulate and thoughtful. Plus, we get a song to match. That is a whole other superpower! Okay, I was sorting through my mountain of music and rediscovered an old favorite of mine, Love Me Still by Chaka Khan. It is pretty and mushy, but as far as I am concerned, you can never have too much of that.
This was better than good it was fantastic, you are one hell of a writer. Thanks Tiff.
loved the chapter and can’t wait for the bedroom….post soon
Tiff….again you’ve made me speechless.
i’ve come to the conclusion that you should write scripts, not stories. mainly because your stories are basically scripts, only without the annoying…script qualities. of course, if it is a script, and written as a script should be, it’s not so annoying. you’re a dialogue whore, and a damn good one at that. it’s realistic, true to the characters, and it’s not choppy in any way. you make it where the dialogue describes the characters, and that, dear acquaintance, is something not a lot of people can do. believe me, there are about a million stories out there that prove just what i said. so please, continue with your script/story. scriptory. is that already a word?
This is such a beautiful story. I like the way they talk and find out similarities between them. Wonderful :-)
Wow…what a great chapter. I hope that they can get through the memories in the bedroom!
TD, Finally looks like these gals are getting some closure and more important admitting to their failures and forgiving themselves for their transgressions. I admire the honesty of your words and perfect dialogue. You always embody the simplest of scene with such a wallop of emotions. Please let these gals chase away the demons of their past and welcome the joys of their future. Brava! And much gratitude for this fabulous fan fiction. Your Loyal Fan.
your dialogues are terrific! see if they talk they can find out wath happen and how they will make differents somethings. I like the tina’s tought: make new memories! excellent girl
I just read the last 3 chapter, and the only thought I’m left with is: Why the hell am I still a Tibetter? Damn JB and LH for having such great chemsitry..
your dialogue is awesome – thank you for walking this couple through the conversation they’ve needed forever. Exquiste writing.