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Great Unexpectations Chapter 16
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Next door, Shane was not being nearly as kind to a sleeping Alice. She stood over the couch and looked at Alice sprawled out in what looked to be a position that would later inspire complaints of a kinked neck and a stiff back.
Grinning wickedly, she held up a remote control and aimed it at her stereo system. With a click of a button it sprang to life, spewing out a deafening cacophony of metal and lyrics that was nearly unrecognizable. It was the type of music that golden agers called ‘noise’. Alice, jumping up suddenly, was tempted to agree with them. "Fuck, Shane.!! What the hell?!?", she cried, grabbing her already kinking neck.
Shane brought her cup of coffee to her grinning lips. "Morning", she said cheerily.
Alice snatched the remote out of Shane’s other hand and frantically began pushing buttons, searching for ‘off’. She was given some respite from the metal but not the volume as she fumbled through the FM stations. Some country, some oldies, some coffee house, and then finally nothing as she found ‘mute’. She threw the remote across the floor and lay back down violently throwing the covers over head. This was all to Shane’s amusement.
"If those are my new pre-sets I’m gonna kick your ass."
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Angus was in his kitchen waiting anxiously in front of the toaster, drumming his fingers on the counter. Standing in his boxer shorts and a white T-shirt he looked over his shoulder. Rustling? A voice? Nothing. The wind scraping a branch against the roof. He looked back to the toaster. "Come on", he whispered impatiently. Smelling the sweet scent of the waffles as they ever so slowly toasted, he knew they were almost ready. The toaster made that familiarly loud click as it erupted two squares of waffle. Angus quickly plucked them from their slots and just as quickly plopped them down onto the plate, blowing his fingers to cool them. He lifted the tray and carried it cautiously, attempting not to spill the coffee onto the food.
He neared Kit, still sleeping, and sat on the bed beside her, setting the tray on his lap. Leaning down, he kissed her on the forehead. His scruffy facial hair tickled her and she smiled as she slowly opened her eyes.
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I really enjoyed Shane and Alice’s scenes in that. :D
The overslept panic is awful! It’s the only way my mind will be come unclouded quickly after sleep. Good for Dana getting the last laugh! :D
Yet another chapter jam-packed with funny and psychologically acute moments. Bette covering Boo’s ears because she was afraid that Henry’s name would provoke a smile really got to me. And the Sharpie returns!
Loved this chapter Red. They way you showed them all getting their days started was really cool. Great conversation with Alice and Shane regarding Dana getting the last laugh – that was ingeniously funny…and kind of sad at the same time. It’s good that Tina is helping Bette face her demons. Bette is learning that even though she and T may have some trepidations, they will be alright as long as they keep communicating and working through them together. I’m glad Tina wasn’t upset that Bette was late…I hope Bette’s car doesn’t get towed with her being double parked! Thanks Red! This story is just awesome!
Wonderful read, I love this story more every time you post another chapter. Great update.PPS
This was such great chapter, from Bette and Tina, to the interspersed scenes with their extended family, to the end. What’s one night and the risk of aticket or a towing when you have forever to look forward to? Thanks for the post, red, hope the next is soon.
Bette, why don’t you just give us all a heartattack.
thanks! you’ve outdone yourself again! all of the little snippets were fantastic. hadn’t thought of the coin as a seed, must say. and i’m sitting here hoping bette remembers having double parked. i somehow doubt it … eagerly await your next update! thanks again!
So glad that Dana finally got the last laugh…forever. Glad Bette is willing to admit her weakness. Thank you for your post.
I loved both Bette and Tina in this chapter. Bette able to express her fears and Tina not letting her get away with hiding them :). Great update–can’t wait for more.
I am totally loving all the B&T goodness and your writing in general – keep it (or them wink wink) coming:-)
Have I mentioned I love your writing? Bette trying to wake T was just fun.The Dana – Alice coin thing was a perfect. Glad she has the last laugh. So does it say “Bullshit”? or something else, was a bit confused? Thanks for finding the time to post.
Loved it! PPS!!
Nice…everything abouyt it…how everybody woke up, how Dana was a prankster, how Bette was unsure of sleeping in Tina’s bed (i’d totally be the same way)…pps
Great update Red! How great was that, Dana’s taking the coin? So funny. And loved Alice’s reaction to it – “That little bitch.” So funny. And B&T were very sweet. I’ve had that panic when I’ve overslept for something, you captured it perfectly! Thanks for taking the time to update, I know things area little hectic right now, what with all the crying you must be doing over last night’s game! LOL. Okay, sorry, just had to squeeze one trash talking moment in, I feel deprived since I haven’t been able to watch the games! PPS!!!
Desite the lovely story, all I can think of is the double parked car. I hope Bette remembers.
Ahhh…The return of the mischievous sharpie… hilarious, loved that scene! Brilliant chapter. Happy to see Dana get the last laugh on Alice… sweet. Just love your writing.
I loved this chapter. Having Bette work through her fear of the “bed” brought fourth how much each is willing to do to get back together. Good riddence to both henry and jodi. Can someone please give back ic’s brain so that she can fix Tibette?
that was so great; i’m so in-love with this story…
yep, i can imagine bette’s fear, i’m glad tina was cool about it..tibette rule!!!
God I felt Bette’s heart racing and feeling what she must have been thinking ” omfg I have screwed up” but glad to read your ending it was greatpps
Summon the U-HAUL! It’s funny that Dana really got the last laugh!
Oh, red….so good. Bette needs help. She is so unsure of herself at times. PPS.
Liked Tina calling Bette out on the bed double standard. Love that they are ready to U-Haul but I hope it isn’t too soon. I read for the B and T stuff but surprisingly really liked the idea of Dana getting the last laugh about the coin. PPS.
Dana got the good one or the best this time. B&T are great!