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Friendship Foundation Chapter 13
Story written on January 18, 2013 by justkeepswimming.
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"Hey Krista," Shane greeted her with a small wave.
"I’m going to find my friends," Krista said. "Seems like you all have had a bit of a surprise reunion, so I’ll leave you to catch up."
"I’m sorry Tina," Bette was as contrite as could possibly be imagined. "I didn’t know you were going to be here or I never would have…"
"No worries Bette," Tina said, waving off Bette’s stumbling explanation. "As far as you know, I’m in a relationship. And I have absolutely no claim on you whatsoever."
Shane saw an opportunity to act as wingman.
"When did you and Eric break up, Tina?" Shane posed the question to Tina, but looked at Bette with her eyebrows raised.
"Wednesday night," Tina offered nonchalantly, also maintaining eye contact with Bette.
"When you were in New York? Bette asked.
"Right after I talked to you," Tina nodded. She added as an afterthought. "For two and a half hours."
Oh fuck. Bette had made more progress with Tina than she thought. And it all went to hell with one questionable tequila body shot. Okay, it was definitely closer to four or five body shots. But Tina only saw one. She hoped.
"Shall we go get a drink?" Shane suggested.
"Let’s do that," Tina agreed, nodding.
"Tina, 8:30 still okay?" Bette asked.
"See you tomorrow Bette," Tina offered over her shoulder as they left.
She turned to Shane and spoke quietly as they walked away.
"I have to say, your timing with respect to asking the question about Eric was impeccable," Tina said.
"I sensed a chance to be of some assistance," Shane nudged her lightly on the shoulder. "And by the way, that’s how friends touch each other."
"Don’t ever stop listening to that inner voice, Shane," Tina nudged her back. "It will serve you well."
"We’re here, may as well have a drink or two," Shane said looking around the yard as they made their way to one of the tables where drinks were being served. "I’ve long wondered at the myth of a Bette Porter pool party."
"She was right about the opportunity to witness debauchery," Tina said. "And I’m thankful you were here to witness it with me."
They helped themselves to a couple of drinks from the table once they reached it.
"It was a thing of beauty," Shane said, raising her glass. "To new friendships."
"I will drink to that," Tina smiled.
"Tina," Alice said.
"Alice – nice to see you. You remember Shane. We saw Dana on our way in too."
"Yeah, she’s on a lengthy tournament hiatus," Alice said. "She’s cutting loose – as you may have noticed."
"Dancing up a storm," Tina laughed. "Good for her."
"Come over and sit with us if you’d like," Alice motioned toward a table in the corner of the yard. "I’ll be back there in a few minutes."
"Great, we’ll see you there," Tina said. Nice to arrive fashionably late, yet still have a good view of the proceedings.
Alice made her exit…and a quick beeline for where Bette was standing.
"Tina’s here. Thought I’d give you the heads up," Alice leaned in surreptitiously.
"Too late. Already made an ass of myself." Bette added a few more orange slices to one of the pitchers she was attending to.
"Really?" asked Alice.
"Monumental ass."
"Will it at least make a good story for any future children you and Tina might have together?"
"Only when they turn 18," Bette sighed.
"Ooh, that bad, huh?"
"That bad," Bette replied.
"You’ll tell me some time though right?"
"When it’s not quite so fresh," Bette said. She finished adding garnish to one of the pitchers in front of her and shrugged to Alice as if to indicate there was nothing she could do to remedy the situation in the short term.
While far from sober, the adrenaline precipitated by Bette’s interaction with Tina cleared her head and had her stepping back into the role of hostess. She made her way around the yard with an offering of drinks in each hand – one alcohol free.
She was clearly not meant to meet anyone new tonight. And her personal purgatory for seeking out a little comfort was to watch every second woman in West Hollywood eye up the only one she truly wanted.
(tbc)
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great… love how tina react… that was good and that part were Alice talks about the future kids niceeeee very nice
I’m sorry, but your day job and parental responsibilities are going to have to wait until you come back and fix this for Bette.
Loved it. Poor Bette and way to be cool Tina
Oh my goodness, why can’t Bette keep control of her libido when she iis taking it slowly and waiting for a girl to make up her mind. Tina was really mature about Bette’s actions at least appeared to be, hope she was. Bette needs to start crawling now! Post when you can we know you have a full family life just like everyone else. Thanks for posting.
I Love this story. This one made me think of TLW when they were on the large party boat dancing and doing shots. Bette thru shot over shoulder and Dana was dancing cool. Maybe tina will get jealous if that girl throws herself at bette.pps
Tina reacted pretty calmly to Bette doing a body shot of Krista. I don’t know if I would have reacted the same way. Good for Shane ring the wingman. Stick to Water Bette and you may have a chance with Tina before the night is over..
Wow lol great update
Hee! That was great!
Tina’s reaction is key here, at least for me. Tina the ever cool and collect. I figured that her alone time wouldn’t last long 😏 but hey she is moving forward. Bette should hookup with Kristy, 1 last fling before settling 😄 Yes we’re still interested swimmie 🐠 and very grateful to you for this, and your previous, story ✌😘💗💗💗💗💗
Still very interested in this story. Post when you can and we will read it.
Very entertaining here I am reading when I should be writing
Very entertaining here I am reading when I should be writing
I don’t think Bette has done anything to feel guilty about and she certainly does not owe Tina any explanations for enjoying herself at the party. Tina is playing her usual push me pull me games and still using poor Eric as a pawn; even though he is out of the picture. If anything Bette should be upset with Tina for not saying anything about breaking up with Eric for four days and then being so nonchalant when Shane mentioned it. I thought that was more cruel that she used that information to make Bette feel guilty and inconsiderate of Bette’s feelings. As for Bette her true predatory colors are showing in her thoughts and actions. In the previous chapter she said she would push Tina and leave it up to Tina to adhere to her own rules, and then I quote “A frank admission that she’s been…thinking about me. I’ll give her time. And a shoulder if she needs it. But if she thinks I’m going to sit back and let her ponder without making any effort at seduction, well, then she doesn’t know I’m accustomed to getting what I want.” It’s rather sad to see that their path from friendship to lovers is already paved with lies, deceit, jealousy, and debauchery.
Awesome tinas calmness was even better :) don’t leave us too long
That’s good
I wonder how that whole scene would have played out had Shane not been there? That all could have gone worse… very deft avoidance of drama by Shane. But, it’s not as if Bette knew that Tina and Eric had broken up… Tina said it (with a touch? of cattiness), she had no claim on Bette whatsoever. Whether she still wants or stakes a claim remains to be seen… (ha! As if she won’t.) Thanks for the post! :)
That’s a big red flag to me, but I am not Tina, who looks like she’s enjoying seeing Bette stew in her own gaffe. Bette is not really cheating on anyone here, but I figure that the faithful types naturally feel committed to the person they’re in love with even if there’s nothing official with them yet. I get the impression that she and Tina already have an implicit understanding that she is actually wooing Tina, hence her embarrassment at the situation. I don’t doubt that she’s got it bad, with that reflexive yes I’m thinking of kids with her already, but I’ve always wondered if Bette is really cut out for marriage and family, and you are portraying these characters quite accurately. Thank you. I love this story.
Interested party of one, right here!
Damn Tina for showing up and ruining the potential hook up. It was getting hot. Bette is single, as far as Bette knows, Tina is not. Being interested in Bette didn’t stop Tina doing it like rabbits with Eric. Double standarts.
Yeah, Bette will be hearing about her mistake at their “Golden Anniversary”. Way to go. Big time sucking up to get back in Tina’s good graces. She should carry a lemon around in her pocket to remind herself to keep her lips only on Tina’s neck.
Oh Bette Bette Bette…glad Tina didn’t get all emotional and run out the house. If anything this should make her want to hurry up and make up her mind so she can be on the receiving end of those body shots. I like when Shane gave her a lesson on how friends touch lol. Man I wish you had time to post multiple times during the day, but I do appreciate what you give us. Maybe I can try to read slower.
Although Bette didn’t know about Tina’s breakup, tequila caused indeed an unfortunate moment. Which I suspect woke up the green eyed monster in Tina. And as we all know, there is no reasoning with a monster. Enjoy your ride as much as we enjoy ours!
Interested to the max!! PPS
Busted! Tina reacted better then I thought she would. Now that Bette knows she’s single lets see what happens. Loving this and your frequent posts!
Who can be mad at bette in a bikin? Man, tina must have a resolve like hoover dam. Mine, however, is more like the levees around lake ponchetrain pre-hurricane katrina
great stuff. i like tina in this chapter which made me laugh at the situation you put bette in. tina’s reaction was really cool. i like it. i always click on this story to read it whenever there is a new chapter. so yes, there is interest. post soon.
Your stories are fantastic , keep he chapter coming !!!
Thanks for posting so frequently – it’s really quite impressive. Who can resist the call of a pool party and Tina certainly got an eyeful – she handled it well. Having a pal like Shane really comes in handy! I’m definitely looking forward to Sunday morning and how Bette will decide to play it now that she knows Tina broke up with Eric. I’m looking forward to the next installment.
As Jaime Foxx would sing, “Blame it on the alco-alco-alcohol”. Bette is an adult, single and her libido is intact. All hail the Bette described debauchery! Tina is cool as the other side of the pillow albeit a tad green emanating from her eyes. Great story, dialogue, banter. So enjoyable.