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Chapter 7
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Alice raises her eyebrows and shakes her head.
(Alice) No. I mean why would I? When it would only encourage you. Shane defends you when her and I discuss anything, but I don’t think even she’s said much to you directly. You usually do such a good job of defending yourself I don’t think she’s felt the need to
Alice frowns and shakes her head.
(Alice) So no, I think there’s a good chance you’ve never heard that, from anyone.
Alice sighs.
(Alice) And I guess if that’s the case, that you blame yourself for everything that happened, then that sentiment has been pretty well reinforced by all of us all these years
They sit in silence together for a while, before Alice eventually looks back to her.
(Alice) We can talk more about that if you like. I can try to explain it more to you, maybe try and give you a perspective that’s not so tied up in defending Tina
Bette furrows her brow as she considers this.
(Alice) But Bette, I think there’s just a limit to how much any of us can really explain all of this. Tina’s the only one who lived it too, she’s who you should be talking to
Bette rubs her forehead.
(Bette) The thing is, I don’t think I’m the version of me that needs to talk to Tina
She looks to Alice.
(Bette) What’s the point in her sitting down with me and going over all of this? Even if we were able to, what? Resolve it? That doesn’t mean anything for once I’m back here. So why put Tina through that? What’s the fucking point?
Alice looks at her for a moment and then nods.
(Alice) Yeah, OK
Bette sighs.
(Bette) And honestly I’m sick of hearing about these events. It has nothing to do with me. I think I could talk to every one of you at length and never understand it. And I certainly can’t fix it
She frowns and looks to her coffee.
(Bette) I have to think about what influence I can have here. And it’s not about resolving any of these issues between them. That’s up to them
She looks to Alice.
(Bette) I think the only thing to do is just keep spending time together, and hope that we’ll both take something from that. Her now, and me once I’m back here and remember this time together. That she’ll realise that maybe it’s worth trying to talk to me. And maybe I’ll realise something also, and be open to that too
Alice nods and they fall into silence for a while, both sipping their coffees. Alice eventually looks to her.
(Alice) I feel like I should at least mention the fact that you’re both in relationships
Bette looks up at her and they hold each other’s gaze.
(Bette) I don’t want to talk about that
Alice raises her eyebrows and slowly nods. She examines Bette for a moment and then shrugs.
(Alice) Well I mentioned it
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Such a good story but still i am not any wiser about what happened 15 years ago between them and what caused Bette behavior towards Tina till the accident.
And why is it that Bette doesn’t want to admit or talk about that both her and Tina are in another relationship with other woman?
Think i need to practice a little bit more patience.
I’m a little confused. I’m not sure why Bette blames Tina outwardly in the current time for their “non-relationship”. Why the hostility toward Tina? And why the reluctance to admit that they are both in relationships currently which need to be addressed in some form or fashion. Bette’s girlfriend doesn’t even know she’s been in an accident and certainly will be surprised when she finds out Bette’s ex is staying in the guest room without her knowledge. And what has Tina told her fiancé’? I would expect that Tina would not withhold information from her fiancé’ on this matter. After all, she has committed to marrying her and living their lives together.
I think that Alice should have told Bette exactly what Bette is saying to defend herself…. maybe that would give Bette a hint as to what Bette’s actions and thoughts have been. If it is some kind of façade to allow her and Tina to get on with their lives without each other, then it will become apparent. At least it would be more information.
There is a multitude of layers here and Bette has so little information. I keep getting the feeling that when or if Bette does recover her memory, she is going to feel like a fool or an idiot. And that will not be good for anyone.
Thanks for the chapter…
Oh i love Alice here! I love how she defends and advocates for Tina. And nice one reminding Bette of a little reality check, that they’re both in relationships. Hihihi! I’m so following all your stories, K! PPS! :)
I think Bette wants Tina to be happy at all costs so by acting as if he hates her, she is pushing her to be with someone else who is “worthy” of her love. Bette does not have very much evidence that she is in a relationship in her home none of her things are there so I think this person is just there so she does not feel lonely while watching Tina move on with this new person. A person who seems to be living a separate life from Tina in and out of town, Tina didn’t seem to upset that she would be staying with Bette for the foreseeable future, while her fiancé is none the wiser about the situation.
So enjoying this story!
Thanks
It’s so sweet that Tina accepts that this Bette is different to the one she normally meets. I love the breakfast scene.
Bette’s thoughts on her dismissive behaviour to Tina seems very plausible. She could be thinking that she’s distructive (well, we know since the elevator talks) and that she’s no good for Tina. Therefore she does everything to keep Tina at a distance. Be awful to Tina so she will move on with somebody else.
Lovely conversation with Alice. She is a true friend.
Can’t wait for the next chapter! Thanks for sharing your story with us.