“Off course. And again, if you want to talk, just call. I might not be able to pick up all the time, if not, just leave a message, and I’ll call you as soon as I get a chance, okay?” Bette says again.

“I will, thank you.” Tina replies.

“And call me after the hearing, I’d like to know how it went. If that’s okay?” Bette asks.

“Off course, I’ll let you know.” Tina replies. Tears starts to fall again.

“Oh, Tina, please don’t cry. You’ll be okay. We’ll talk soon.” Bette says as she gives her one last hug and then stepped out the door. She gives one last wave and then started walking down the hallway of the hotel. Tina stood in the doorway, watching her walking down towards the elevator at the end of the hallway. Bette pushed the button and stepped inside once it arrived at the third floor. She turn and see Tina still standing in the doorway. Bette waves as does Tina and then the door closes.

Tina step into the room again, closes the door and let the tears fall. Evan chose that moment to wake up, giving Tina little time to dwell on Bette’s departure. Her day was about to begin.

It took Bette 9 hours to get home. She had one stop, that was to eat and to fill up the car with gas. She had one hour before she had to go into work. She quickly took a shower and got changed into her working clothes. She grabbed her bag and went out again. Once in the car she dialed Tina’s number. Tina picked up on the second ring.

“Hello?” Tina says.

“Tina, hi it’s me Bette.” Bette replies.

“Oh hi Bette, so you got home safely?” Tina asks.

“I did, and I’m heading in to work now. It will be a long night it seems.” Bette says as she maneuvers the car towards the station.

“Be careful, okay.” Tina says softly.

“I always am. I’m here now, so I have to go. But we’ll talk soon okay? Have a good night Tina and give little Evan a hug from me. I didn’t get to say goodbye to him.” Bette says with a smile.

“I will. Thank you. Bye.” Tina says as they both hang up.