Bette had been lost in these thoughts for a long time , when suddenly Tina’s question brought her back to the present . Tina had noticed the far away look on Bette’s face and knew that Bette was somewhere else mentally . Tina decided to wait for a few minutes , thinking Bette would snap out of it . But when she realized that , that was not going to happen , as Bette seemed to be in deep thought , Tina gently tugged at Bette’s arm .

Tina : Bette…. ? Bette…. ? Where are you ?

Bette : Huh ? Ohhh !! I am sorry Tina . What were you saying ? Please continue .

Tina smiled a little and looked at Bette trying to make out what Bette had been thinking .

Tina : Its ok Bette . I was just saying that I am happy for you .

Bette : Thanks Tee . That really means a lot to me . Now please tell me about yourself Tina . 

Bette returned Tina’s smile and looked at her expectantly .

Tina : Oh well where should I start really ? Do we have enough time for that ? chuckled Tina

Bette : (smiling) Of course , start from the beginning , Tina . I want the whole story . We have got plenty of time and I am not going any where . Not now . Not ever .

Tina had caught on to the last part of what Bette had said . She smiled inwardly but decided to let it pass as that was a talk for later . So she moved on with the conversation at hand .

Tina : But , don’t you have work tomorrow , Bette ? Its pretty late right now , almost midnight .

Bette : Tee , did you hear me ? I am not going anywhere , ok ? I want to be with you right now . Work can wait . It has to , YOU  come First .

Tina was really touched by Bette’s words and tears welled up in her eyes . She reached out and held Bette’s hands in her own as tears trickled down her cheeks . Bette cupped Tina’s face in her hands and very gently rubbed off all her tears .