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Great Unexpectations Chapter 18
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After composing herself Faye went on. "Realizing that, though, made some of the other letters even harder to read. Every once in a while I would read from a parent who’d lost a teenager to suicide. Their child would rather die than admit they were homosexual. Afraid because of the hate and ignorance in this world. Hate and ignorance that I was perpetuating. Reading those letters nearly killed me."
Faye again dabbed her eyes and nose as the emotions overcame her. Without even thinking about it, Tina reached out and grabbed Faye’s hand. Faye instinctively shrunk back from it, surprised at the human contact. It had been a long time since anybody had shown compassion for her. Tina held it tighter, not letting her withdraw, and gave her a soft squeeze and a soft smile. Bette was overcome with love and pride for Tina.
"So, then I began to venture out of this house. I began to go to meetings. Granted I had to drive hundreds of miles away and wear scarves and large sunglasses so that I wasn’t identified. But I began to go to support group meetings. I made myself listen to their stories and really learned their… your plight."
"Faye", Bette said. "I hate to tell you this, but we don’t feel plighted."
Tina laughed. "Plighted? Is that even a word, Bette?" Bette grinned as she nudged Tina’s arm playfully. "Shut up, T."
Faye chuckled at the easy banter these women had. "Well, you know what I mean. I really began to understand the whole lifestyle. Tried to anyway. It’s a work in progress."
"Kind of your own little ‘Lesbian Like Me’ project?", Bette joked.
Faye laughed. "Kind of, I suppose." It wasn’t long before they were all laughing.
Bette and Tina were surprised to find that time was slipping away quickly. Much to their amazement they were actually enjoying their visit with Faye. They learned that Faye had gone to Woodstock. That she had actually been quite a rebel in her younger years. Before settling into married life with a charming corporate lawyer who eventually turned cold and distant. Before she became consumed with social climbing, being seen at the right galas, and campaigning for blue- blooded politicians.
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i think i know where this story is going-i like it
Oh red, I’m so intrigued by your tangled little web… I’ll have to save my guess for the next chapter. Love your writing!
Faye Buckley is still a b_ _ _ _, and so is her mama. Thanks!
I’m even more confused than before, but will continue to read anyway. This is a very interesting tale. PPS
Great update and a little confusing. Still can’t figure what she is up to and I hope she is not planning to hurt the girls in some way. Maybe a foundation to help the LGBT community. PPS
Well, I’m officially not the sharpest tool in the shed because I have no idea what Faye is up to. I mean, I can guess that she wants to give something huge to Bette and Tina, probably the print Bette sold when she had no j-o-b but other than the obvious I’m dying, I’m sorry, I’ma jackass with a ton of money, I’m drawing a blank. Besides you are way to clever for something as obtuse as that so I guess I’ll have to wait and see like everyone else. Besides I’m too depressed to ponder it any further tonight! LOL.
Man this story gets more intriquing with each chapter. I get the feeling that Faye is dying or just maybe Faye may end up being Bette’s mom (no just kidding). Something is definitely up here.
Maybe I need something as obvious as Blue’s Clues cos this is all a bit Where’s Waldo? for me… I haven’t a Scooby as to what Faye’s up to. But natch, I can’t wait to find out! Still don’t trust her, her motives, or her throwing money at anyone affiliated with a Porter to buy away her guilt. Anyway, I really liked the description of Bette As Driver… it rang so true. I don’t think Bette As Passenger exists, and if she does, she must be fearsome. Excellent as always, red. Thanks for the chapter.
faye better give that print back; i still don’t like the lady.
If this chapter was to let us know what Faye is up to, you still have be stumped. But, that ok, it just means I’ll have to wait to see the connection between Bette and Buckley and why Buckley bought the Kiki Smith print. More to look forward too. Thanks for the update and PPS.
Great writing as always, but Faye’s intentions are a mystery to me. I get very bad vibes from her though.
Good chapter and what the hell is Faye up now!
so faye has kiki smith print…what’s going on? what secret is she hiding?
I am completely hooked! PPS
I have no idea where this is going, but I can’t wait! PPS!
I think you really have the characters and writing so connected realistically and I am definitely gonna put my ff vote in for you next time. It seems to me that you know the show inside and out and I can understand every nuance to your situations. Gotta say the best series I’ve enjoyed so far…..keep up the good word and oh yeah don’t take your time!!!!
Can’t wait to see what’s next. Love B&T’s easy and loving banter. Thanks for the post :)
I’m anxious to see where you’re taking this story. What is up with Faye? Please post again soon!
WOW!!! I so can not wait to see where you take this. I am hooked, Thanks PPS
Hum, I have a little problem. I’m french and I have absolutely no idea of what “a nestled potted fawn” could mean. And the web translations are awful, so would someone please explain this to me. Because I feel I’m loosing a big part of the story here…
I had a feeling that Bette saw the print she used to own. Are Faye’s hands cold and clammy because she’s dying? Please, I need more! PPS!!
I have no idea what Faye is up to.. But can’t wait to find out. Love this story. Angie has great taste in watching Blue’s clues. I used to love watching that with my son. lol
The mystery (reformed Faye or evil-as-ever Faye?) deepens, leaving your readers more hooked than ever. The inventory of Bette’s driving habits was brilliant! Kendra, it’s spotted fawn.
Kendra35, the fawn thing is the Kiki Smith print that Bette sold. :) No idea what Faye is up to.