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Great Unexpectations Chapter 31
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"She’s resting comfortably now. But she’s… very ill. I’m sorry. I can’t make any promises as to how much time she has. We’ll do all we can for her to make her comfortable, but I think you should prepare yourself."
"Can we see her?", Tina asked.
"Yes. But only one at a time. And only for a few minutes. She needs her rest."
The trio nodded their understanding and were led to Faye’s room. Richard walked past Bette and Tina through the door, chivalry be damned.
"Well, I guess he’s going in first", Bette tried to joke. She looked through the window and watched him gently stroke Faye’s hair as she spoke to him. He looked down on her and nodded. Ever the dutiful soldier. Taking his last orders. He kissed her forehead and looked at Bette through the window. Bette opened the door and heard Faye tell him one last thing. "Promise me that you’ll do this. And that she’ll never know."
Richard nodded and cleared his throat. "I promise, Faye. I promise. Don’t worry about a thing. I’ll take care of it."
It was a mysterious exchange that under normal circumstances would lead to questions. But these were not normal circumstances and Bette forgot the conversation as quickly as she heard it. She passed Richard on his way out and quickly sat at Faye’s bedside and gently took her hand.
"Faye. Is there anything I can do for you?", Bette asked.
Faye’s face contorted in a slight show of pain. "Bette. I’m sorry", she said. "I’m not going to play fair right now. I’m asking you, as a dying woman…please find my daughter."
Bette looked into Faye’s pleading eyes. She breathed deep before vowing, "I’ll find her Faye. If it’s the last thing I’ll do, I’ll find her."
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The next two days were near sleepless for Bette, Tina and Richard. Somebody was always on vigil at Faye’s bedside, while the other two scanned the streets. Handing out flyers with Cora’s picture. Opening every door of every business and questioning every employee. "Have you seen this young woman?" "Have you seen this girl?" The heartbreaking part was that someone had. Cora had been spotted. She was in to buy some potato chips and a pop. That was four days ago. Richard asked the convenience store clerk how he could be sure. The skinny kid smirked. "She kinda looks like this one chick in this movie I saw. Um, you probably don’t know it", he said, looking around embarrassed. "She’s frickin’ hot though." Without warning Richard lunged over the counter, grabbed the young man by the collar of his shirt and punched him square in the nose.
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Well… I guess Bette did what she thought was kindest. There was a lot of humor this chapter… it balanced how it ended nicely. But I’ll admit, I’d hoped that there would be some last-minute miracle towards the end. I’m very glad to see you back with such a good chapter red… but… poor Faye. :( (Did I just type that?!) Great chapter, and p.s. the only eggs I have will be used for early nog. Cheers for the post red
No worries about the hiatus. I’m just grateful for the update. What an emotional rollercoaster. I loved the laugh-out-loud humor of Alice’s death-defying gamble with Bette’s car and the embarrassing revelation of Bette’s ABBA fixation. At the other extreme, of course, was Faye’s death. And here Bette took a gamble because what if Faye had lingered on? Bette clearly sensed the end was imminent and her assurances about Cora were an act of kindness. I expect Bette and Tina will work extra hard to make those assurances a reality.
Glad that you are back. It is okay to be a slacker. Sometimes you just have to do it. I loved the banter between the gang and of course Angie’s stubbornness (just like her mother Bette). Bette did what she thought was right and for Faye it was. I hope that Bette is going to be okay.
Owwww, very painful
Red, One off your best chapter by far!!!!! I did hope that they would find Cora befor Faye died, but please let then find her. Thank you PPS
Wow, redhorse I don’t think that there’s a dry eye left in the house. I never thought I’d feel this for Faye Buckley! Can’t wait for your next update to this story.
Hey Red, Welcome Back and you came back with one heck of a chapter, eh? **The Eh is for our neighbors to the North*** The first chapter of this story I wanted Tina to kick Faye’s ass until she had her in tears & now….I have tears in my eyes at the compassion & kindness Bette showed Faye at the end. Your story telling is descriptive and brilliant. On a side note, thanks for mentioning Traverse City. When people think of MI they only think of the negative stereotype that is associated with Detroit. They don’t realize how many beautiful cities we have across the state. And Traverse City is absolutley lovely. PS.
Red, you are too kind but as we both know, it was and is all you baby! I have to admit, I wasn’t going to read the whole chapter but I just couldn’t stop myself. Excellent as always, although I think you are channeling your inner IC with this turn of events. Where have all of the happy endings gone? LOL. Now, post again!!
Red, you are a very talented writer! This chpater and the whole story are brillant! Great humor and lightness well balanced with the drama. I think many of us would act like Bette did, what do you call it, a kind lie? And hopefully it’s not a lie, just a matter of time before the exact same result… Shame that Faye couldn’t see her daughter one last time… I agree with jb621, Detroit and Michigan are a very beautiful place. I was there a few years back and was amazed by how nice it is! Thanks for mentionning it. Can’t wait to see what will happen now. Please post soon. And thanks!
HEy red, That was awesome. Sometimes doing the worng thing for the right reason is the best that you have to offer. I do believe that giving Faye hope in her final few moments was the proper response from Bette. Sweet to see that Tina was there as Bette’s tower of strength. As for the gang and the car and puppy debacle, how hysterical was it. Just the perfect light relief against the darkness and sorrow to follow. As for Richard’s lashing out, it just showed his frustration at all that was going on. I do hope that the gals will complete their quest and find Cora. More please whenever you get the chance. This tale is an emotional rollercoster ride and so worthwhile. Please continue soon. Many, many thansk from Your Loyal Fan.
wow that was so intense at the end…thx for posting, very moving tale…balanced by humour…get ange the dog…
I write this with tears in my eyes…..so sad. I was hoping Faye would live to see her daughter. Bette did a good thing. She’s so much more a softie than she lets on. Great chapter! PPS!!
Incredible! Strong,emotional,humourous – wow, what a rollercoaster. Will wait patiently for the next chapter of this wonderful story – whenever you’re ready.
Damn this is sad!