Tina was talking to Bettes cousin Curly, when she saw bette come across the room to talk to her. The look on her face was one of annoyance and impatience.

“Excuse me cuz, I need to talk to my woman.”

“Oh my bad, I didnt know.”

“Alright.” Bette said as she and Tina walked towards the bedrooms. She was about o turn the knob when Tina stopped her. “Listen.” both of them put their ears to the door and the faint sounds of Carmen moaning Shanes name was coming from the room. Bette shook it off with a smile and headed towards her and Tinas room. Bette opened the door to see Jesse curled under the covers sleeping. She was running out of quiet places to talk to Tina.

“Hey you two.” Alice said as she rounded the corner to see the two of them talking to each other. Bette rolled her eyes and sighed.

“Whats wrong?”

“Were trying to have a conversation Alice.” Tina said seeing the annoyance build up in Bettes body.

“Ok umm… come with me.” Alice, Bette and Tina walked outside and got in Alices rental. Alice drove them about 20 yards from the house and stopped.

“Okay, get out.”

“What?!”

“This is the quietest place youll find. Besides look by the time you two get back itll be time to go to the airport. Go on now get goin.” they both agreed that Alice had a point and got out the car and watched as Alice drove back.

Bette walked with Tina in silence as she couldnt find the right words to say how she felt. Bette finally stopped walking and caught Tinas attention. Tina turned around to look at Bette who was still searching Tinas eyes for the questions plaguing her mind.

“How do you really feel about me leaving tonight?” that one question put all of her emotions out for Tina to see.

“Baby, thats a loaded question.”

“Why?, What are you still afraid of? I know its something, because of the way youre looking at me.”

“Bette as much as I want you to go, I still selfishly want you to stay. But youve got to take care of your family. And no matter how hard I try Im still having these thought of you and Alicia.”