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Crossroads- Ch. 16
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"You mean she ran away without telling you more than that?" Bette asked looking at Alice over the top of her sunglasses.
"Yeah. And the last few days have been so hectic for both of us that we haven’t been in the same room together for more than fifteen minutes. It seems like since we’ve gone ‘public’ as a couple we have just as many obstacles as when we met in the middle of the night." Alice stirred her latte glumly.
As was the usual habit, the two had met for breakfast at The Planet. Fridays were usually busy, but the customer load was light on this particular morning. They’d grabbed a table on the patio and were awaiting Shane, Jenny and Tina. Bette looked towards the interior. "Why don’t you go ask her to join us—it looks like she might have time."
"Can’t. She’s not working today. She closed last night." Alice blew out an exasperated breath. "Dammit. I’m not used to waiting on someone to talk to me. This goes against every instinct I have."
Bette smiled. "Y’know, I was just thinking the same thing. The Alice of last year would be pestering the shit out of Lara until she caved–or snapped. What do you suppose is making you behave out of the ordinary?"
Alice sighed. "I know, right? I just don’t get the feel I’d make any headway if I push. Lara seems to hold things really close to the vest. Remember how she kept Dana’s illness quiet all that time?"
Bette nodded thoughtfully. "Another thing– remember how none of us got any vibes off her all those years ago when we deployed our ‘mission to ascertain the disposition and intent’? She had us all rechecking our gaydar for days." Bette smiled at the memory. "God, I miss Dana." She immediately flashed an apologetic smile at Alice.
Alice nodded, a sad smile flickering across her face. "Me too. She was such an innocent goofball back then. You know, I don’t really think about Dana when I’m with Lara….or at least, I don’t think about betraying Dana. Somehow, I think she would be really happy that Lara and I are together." She thought about this for a minute, then continued. "At least, I hope we’re together. Fucking A….I’ve got to figure out what’s going on with her."
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gah, who is it!? Probably someone like Gabby. Whoever it is, they need to run off so that Alice can show up and they can be fantastic together. this is going great; pleast post more as soon as you can!
Uhoh! I smell trouble…very nice touch seeing everyone’s reaction to Al’s show! PPS
Gaaaah, who the hell? Just when Lara has mustered up the guts to start telling Alice what’s up in Lara-Land. I like that she’s going to see her therapist again. And how you show how the caring of the circle of friends. Go Bette ‘n Tina! But does this stranger at the door spell more misunderstandings between our heroines? I mean, unless she’s seeing Dana incarnate, lol. Inquiring minds want to know. And use ‘sexcellent’ any time, it’s quite Shane-ish, no? I ripped it off from a friend and haven’t stopped using it since. Also, I like the hypertextual touch of the chat–a quicker way to reach Alice after her show or an easier mode than talking in person? Who cares, it’s brill! Please post soon, this is like crack. Rock on!
what will alice see and more to the point what will she do if she see anything that she does not like please post soon great update I love it
Wow, such a great update – just when I thought the story couldn’t get any better! I loved Alice’s near-curses on the radio – so funny, and so Alice. Her speech was terrific – great idea to give us glimpses of her friends listening to her and taking her advice in various ways. But, who is at the door?!?!?! The suspense is killing me! And just when Lara was going to open up to Alice… As you know, I’m hopelessly addicted to this story, so I’ll be checking for updates obsessively this week!
Is it Gabby? Or some other hellacious ex Lara has? I’m eagerly awaiting the next chapter
I’m all for a few dead ends on the chart as well… or mayhap a cosy little cul-de-sac containing one sous-chef and a certain charting chatterbox. Great stuff again, Goldrun.
is it gabby, tat makes sense since gabby is the ex of both of them. but who cares!!!!!! i juz want lace! n also. shane n carmen, they r meant 2 b 22222…..