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Friendship Foundation Chapter 2
Story written on January 1, 2013 by justkeepswimming.
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"That’s one thing I miss now that I’m living in an apartment," Tina sighed. "A yard."
"You should come over some time," Bette said.
"Some time I will," Tina replied.
The vague promise of a future meeting was enough for now. They were soon enjoying identical salads, and wondering what else they might share in common.
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Eric looked a bit flustered as he sat down across from Tina. He picked up his napkin and placed it on his lap.
"Sorry I’m late," he apologized. "Traffic is still crazy."
"You’re barely late, Eric," Tina placed her hand over his. "And don’t feel guilty about leaving the office for an eight o’clock dinner. You have to eat."
"How was lunch today?" he asked.
"We had a really nice time," Tina said. "I got to know Bette more as a person instead of as a gallery owner."
"She makes you feel as though you’ve known her longer than you have," Eric said.
Their server brought Tina a red wine and set a scotch in front of Eric.
"I ordered for you," Tina explained. "I knew you wouldn’t be long."
"Thanks babe," he relaxed into his chair. "It’s been a hectic day."
"What time are you going in tomorrow?"
"I figure if I put in a full day, I won’t have to go in on Sunday at all," he said. "We can spend it together."
"If you’re going in early tomorrow, I think I’ll stay at my place tonight," Tina said. "I’ve hardly been home this week."
"Makes sense," Eric was disappointed she wouldn’t be coming home with him tonight, but at least they were having dinner together.
"I’ll stay over tomorrow," Tina could sense his disappointment. She lowered her voice and leaned in to be sure he was the only one who heard what she was about to say. "I’ll make it worth your while to wait the extra day…"
Eric merely grinned in reply.
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To: Tina Kennard
From: Bette Porter
Do you check your work email on the weekend? Who knows. I’m at work. I’m bored. Call me if you get this. Bette.
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I really am enjoying the unfolding of their friendship. It seems more realistic than Tina immediately kicking Eric to the curb and jumping Bette’s bones. Although who could blame her. I can understand Tina appreciating Bette’s sweet physique regardless of her “straightness”. Beauty is beauty and to be admired. Have a peaceful and fulfilling New Year.
This beginning makes absolute sense. Very realistic! Wonder how it will unfold. Thank you and happy new year!
Awww Swimmie, you’re brilliant. Love this story. This is the first time that I’ve seen a story that explores and shows us how their friendship developed and they became lovers before S1. I had to go back and read the first chapter again before I realized what were reading. Love it to pieces. If it has been done before and I missed it, my apologies to the author. Thank you Swimmie. Happy New Year.
🐠 SWIMMIE I love how do our B&T! Happy new year and hope you and your family swift recovery. Thank you ✊😘
Love the way you write, and the intelligent pacing of the story. You can feel the warmth developing nicely! Happy New Year, and hope everyone recovers soon.
“And what do you think my type is, anyway?” – that’s a loaded question… ;-)
Great beginning of the re-telling of the beginning of B&T. Thanks and Happy New Year. I’m looking forward to that pool party. Maybe Shane will shock Tina!
Thank you sooooo muchLove it,thank you.Happy New Year. ,
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i really love your take on this story. i wish ilene showed us more of Tibette relationship that happened before season 1 started. thanks :)
A perfectly blossoming friendship. Happy New Year, and thanks for taking the time to post. :)
Liking the flow of the story. Baby steps in the friendship department.
JKS, the flow of this story is great. It’s much more realistic than Tina instantly dumping Eric.
I like this beginning so much
Happy New Year! Can’t wait for the friendship to develop into something more. Thanks.
Wonderful. Thank you and happy new year to you and yours
Another great posting of your amazing story. I love the pace that it’s unfolding. And, as the others say, it’s much more realistic and I like seeing their relationship move in this way towards good friendship.