They sit in silence for a few minutes, just enjoying the closeness.

“So, how was your day?” Bette asks.

“Busy. Let me tell you, news anchors can be just as divalike as any Hollywood actors. Sometimes it’s grueling, but the job in itself is great. I love it, and I’m so happy I get to do it again. Making the movie with the kids back in Chapel Hill, really made me miss it so much. So I’m glad to finally have some of it back.” Tina says.

“What do you mean, some of it?” Bette asks curiously.

“Well, the movie business is my passion, to produce movies, being a part of the process and help make a great story into a beautiful movie, that’s what I long to do, hopefully one day, I’ll be able to return to it.” Tina says, playing with Bette’s hand. “Being a producer for the news, is fun and exciting too, but it lacks that final touch you know, that last bit of sparkle if you will.” Tina says with a chuckle.

“Well don’t stop dreaming about it. It will happen for you.” Bette says.

“Yeah, well, maybe when Evan gets older.” Tina says.

“Why not sooner. There’s nothing stopping you from pursuing it now, is it?” Bette asks.

“Yes, there is Bette. You.” Tina says.

“Me? Why me?” Bette asks surprised.

“Your job is here in Nashville, and I won’t leave you. I’ve just found you.” Tina says.

“Baby, I’m not bound to Nashville. There are cops in Los Angeles too you know. Or New York for that matter, depending on where you want to relocate to.” Bette says with a smile.

“You would do that for me? Up and leave your life here, all your friends and colleagues?” Tina asks softly.

“I would. You are my life now Tina, you and Evan. I’ve searched for so long for this, for this kind of connection, love. And I’ve found it and I’m not letting it go. And besides, you deserve it. You’ve been held back for so long. And being a cop, means that I can work everywhere. You on the other hand, wanting to be in the movie business, can not. I would move with you in a heartbeat.” Bette says with a smile.