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Future Perfect 9
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“So I’m succeeding in my efforts to woo you?”
“You have my attention. How about that?”
“Good,” Tina didn’t want to press too hard.
“Are you busy?” Bette took a sip of her wine right after she asked the question.
“I just walked in the door. Are you having a drink?”
“Glass of Yellow Label,” Bette said.
“I thought you had a date?”
“Cancelled.”
“Well I’m not going to lie and say I’m sorry to hear that,” Tina said. “But how come?”
“She got caught in San Francisco and couldn’t make it here until later than originally planned.”
“Oh,” Tina was disappointed that Bette didn’t have a hand in the demise of date night.
“But…I had a pretty emotional day, so it’s just as well,” Bette said. “If it’s okay, I’d just as soon talk with you for a while before I make myself a bite and turn in early.”
“I’d like that,” Tina replied. “A lot.”
“Where’s Angelica?”
“She crashed as soon as I got her in the house,” Tina said. “If you don’t mind I think I’ll pour myself a glass of wine as well.”
Tina set the phone down to attend to the small errand.
She retrieved the phone and walked into her living room, sitting with one leg tucked underneath her.
“Did you enjoy lunch?” Tina asked.
“Of course. Delectable as usual. And the flower was a nice touch.”
“Bette…” Tina paused and contemplated her words carefully. “I always think of you when I see gerbers. Always.”
“I always think of you when I hear Vivaldi,” Bette replied quietly. “or when I smell your perfume…eat a perfect meal…see a gerber daisy.”
“Why does this have to be so difficult?” Tina sighed, her frustration coming through loud and clear.
“Nothing worth having is ever easy,” Bette said. “If we’re meant to be together, spending the time to make sure it’s right will keep a lot of people from getting hurt.”
“I think I liked you better when you just did what you thought was best for you.”
“I’m not sure being with you is what’s best for me,” Bette replied. “But you’re making an excellent case in your favour.”
“I did consider studying law before film school won me over,” Tina laughed. “I know you could have rejected the idea outright, and I’m thankful you didn’t.”
“Tina, can I say something without it getting us into too much trouble?”
“That’s a disconcerting introduction,” Tina replied. “Hard for me to judge without hearing what it is.”
“I’ll say it and that will mark the end of our conversation for tonight, how about that? Then we won’t feel obligated to talk it to death,” Bette suggested.
“Okay,” Tina agreed, perplexed at what Bette could possibly have to say.
“I still dream about the first time we made love,” Bette said. “It was the most perfect day I can imagine, even still.”
“Thank you for saying that,” Tina whispered.
“Thanks again for all the reminders over the day today. Good night.”
Bette hung up the phone and set it down before taking another sip of her wine.
She knew from previous experience that letting the conversation continue would mean tempting both of them to turn the talk in a potentially calamitous direction.
“I’m not ready yet,” she said aloud.
The wall was still up around her heart, but Tina was effectively lobbing a very convincing argument over it.
(tbc)
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Tina’s reeling her in. When’s she going to land her?
I truly hope this wonderful story will have a happy B&T end….should I be worried that you haven’t got any idea about where this is headed??? I don’t think my fragile TiBette heart can take another break-up. I don’t mind waiting for a NC-17, that is not a flashback, to happen – because it’s really adorable reading about Tina reeling Bette in :o)) But please let this be a happy family story, do I’ve to beg LOL….BTW I love the flashbacks.
Good chapter. Tina is getting good now and let see how long Bette gonna let Tina in her heart again. OK post soon please, thanks!
You are soooo good JKS. The photograph Tina sent to Bette sounds “picture perfect” for “Future Perfect.” I hope Tina keeps being patient, loving, and honest with Bette; and I hope Bette calls Terri tomorrow and tells her she doesn’t want to see her. Bette needs to think about who she wants in her life, and I’m sure she already knows it’s not Terri. I will be paitently awaiting your next post JKS!
God..that was a sweet chapter and how perfect that the date couldn’t happen.
Wine & Dine her baby all the way!
Fins, I’m glad that Teri cancelled, but I hope that Bette doesn’t cancel Friday with Tina. When are we going to hear about the dream?
I am so VERY much in favor of a more active Tina, and, I gotta say, the woman sure knows what she’s doing! Still loving it, Swimmie. Thanks!
I am enjoying this story alot, I hope Bette will be ready soon. Post soon
Lovin’ this story….thanks!
if you listening to us then i hope you’re getting B&T back together for good but i don’t mind waiting…waiting is good, i love the intensity and unpedictable situations…as long as they are together in the end…thank you
i can see that Tina had an extra-help in san francisco. something i wish this will be easy for them to be together as Tina said but i am agree with Bette the waiting will be worthy! i hope Tina continue figthing for the love of her live! wonderful wonderful chapter!
Daisies are such happy flowers. They say, “I care,” but without the potential of scaring the other person away like roses can.
mmmm i’m going to have to go read backwards. like it…post more
Bette is wise, she is wavering but is wise to take it slow…
Thanks for writing! I look forward to reading every chapter. I also love a slow burn, so take as long as you want!
I want them to get back together soon, but I also enjoy watching Tina woo Bette. What a dilemma. ;)
great longer
as much as my sick body is allowing me. im dancing all over the office. loved it and i loved starting my work day reading your lovely, descriptive words. always a good feeling. thanks.
loving this story! I love seeing tina work to forge a new relationship with bette. i think this is how it needs to be on the show too…as long as they end up together! thanks!
Another Excellent chapter swimmie!! Tina is giving it her all. And good for her! I’m hooked!
Oh lovely! Thanks jks. Like the way how this is progressing, with Tina’s reminders ^_^
Tina gets a E for effort…will the San Fran chic show up friday before their date? Hmmmmm…please post soon.
Wow love this story! post soon. ;)
swimmie…I love your writing. I went back and reread all of your stories. It was gloriously exhausting but sheer pleasure. When I see that you’ve posted, i’m so excited.
Thanks for the post jks, I’m enjoying this journey.
Ah, yellow label hey ? If it’s the vintage Presidents Collection, Tina may have stiff competition ! There are some tastes that seduce your pallet brazenly, and that is one beautiful example. Tina is trying too hard, there is an old adage ” You can lead a horse to water, but you cant make it drink” – in my opinion she has showed her hand, time for Bette to know how to play hers.Always a pleasure, thank you for your time ………….
Just caught up with this. Love it. Tina wooing Bette instead of the other way around. Great story, and they just have to get together again.
another beautiful chapter! thank u so much for continuing to write! i love it! please post more soon! =)
Love the story please contniue. Tina gets a gold star for trying so hard. Let’s see if she can win Bette over, again!