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Great Unexpectations Chapter 23
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"Faye. How are you feeling today?", Tina asked warmly. The strained smile on Faye’s face was trying to express how touched she was that Tina would ask. She had to force herself from jumping to the conclusion that the inquiry was any indicator of their frame of mind. Their decision.
"I’m better today. Thank you. I apologize for yesterday."
"Faye, don’t apologize", Bette urged. "It’s completely understandable."
"Can I get you ladies anything?", Richard offered.
They begged off on drinks, wanting instead to get to the point of their visit. Bette and Tina sat on the sofa opposite Faye and held hands nervously. Richard stood behind Faye’s chair and kept a comforting hand on her shoulder.
Tina began. "Faye. We want you to know that we’ve thought a lot about what you’re asking of us. We really have."
Faye’s heart began to sink. That opening did not have the flag waving and sparklers she’d been hoping for. She decided at once to give the women an out. A way of saying ‘no’ without feeling guilty.
"Ladies. Before you continue, there’s something you should know. I fell asleep yesterday before I had the chance to finish, but it’s important."
She looked at the women, who said nothing. Only nodding.
"It’s about my ex-husband. I think I did mention that he’s also looking for her, but there’s a bit more to it than that. You see, he’s…" Bette and Tina looked on as Faye inexplicably stopped talking. Her pale chin began to quiver as she sought refuge in her water glass. She looked up to Richard and he read her signal. He began speaking.
"This is hard for Faye. This is her daughter we’re talking about, after all. Um, Mr. Buckley has some men that are working for him. About six months ago he formed an exploratory committee. He wants to run for the Senate. These men that are working for him are not your typical campaign managers. They’re what we call in my line of work ‘cleaners’. A big part of their job is finding his dirt and cleaning it up. Unfortunately…that means Cora."
Bette and Tina’s eyes widened in horror. "You don’t mean that he would…would…"
"Honestly, I’m not sure. Maybe he wouldn’t. But these men…they don’t live by the same rules that normal people do. They simply see Cora as an obstacle. Removing her is removing the obstacle."
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When does the other shoe drop?
Red, honey, you are doing a fabulous job with this story. With the last bit of info from Faye it makes me a bit leary for the girls and Angie. That bastard would stop at nothing to stop anyone from doing anything to help Faye and Cora. However, he does need to be exposed and arrested. This is a mighty subject now with the possibility that the girls could be hurt. We don’t want that, now do we. Politics makes strange bedfellows has never been more true. PPS
WOW!!!! I do hope that nothing happens to B&T and there family. Thanks PPS
I’m glad they’re helping Faye and all, but still, I worry. B&T are ace, and so is this story. And lol @ the potpourri! I got that for Christmas once. It’s amazing how well I was able to fake that grateful smile. (Though I’m sure the 2 or so glasses of wine I had with Christmas lunch helped immensely.) I still have that potpourri, it sits, unused, on a closet shelf. One day, I’m sure I’ll have a potpourri-based emergency, and then…! That grateful smile will be real! Ah well, I’ll keep reaching for that particular star. I will say though that I am honestly grateful for your post, red, cos I love this story. Post soon, and thanks!
Mostly loved the morning scene. The Bette and Tina goodness..and playing with their little girl. Hope this Faye recon mission won’t be too taxing on their relationship and family life.. PPS.
I loved the morning scene too. As you (so beautifully) write them, Tina is truly the yin to Bette’s yang. Like others, I’m worried that the morally bankrupt would-be senator will screw things up for them.
Let’s rock and roll!
Expertly written; I stand in awe of your skill with the English language. Plz keep B, T and Angie safe. PPS
Scary and dangerous coming!
Well this has the possibilities of a great big mess. Lot’s of drama ahead. Love how the story is moving along. Hope Richard has his own “cleaners” available. Thanks for the post.
This is getting a little scary! B&T are so in tune with each other. I love it! PPS!!
Your writing is so descriptive that it captures me and helps me to visualize the scene. Brilliant. B & T are going to love their enemy, huh? That is such a strong verse from the bible and one that is difficult to abide by. I hope that they will be successful in their attempt to help Cora. In doing so, they need to keep their family safe and Mr. Buckley sounds like a sleaze. Any father that would put their own best interest before their own child is **and I quote*** “An obstacle that needs to be removed.” Make sure he is dealt with, will ya Red? PS.