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Great Unexpectations Chapter 31
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"Oh come on", Faye chided. "What’s wrong with him? He’s adorable." They tried to avoid his eyes as he passed them, but once he passed Faye leaned over to check out his backside. "And he has a nice tush", she said. Bette began to laugh uncontrollably. "What’s so funny?", Faye asked.
"Nothing", Bette chortled. "I just haven’t heard the word ‘tush’ in years." She continued giggling while her eyes scanned the beach. Finding what, or rather who, she was looking for, she nudged Faye softly with her elbow and pointed with her chin. "How about her?" Faye looked to the woman Bette was referring to. A beautiful tall woman, late 20′s, lean figure with all the right curves. Her hair long, straight, and dark. Her tan showing off her creamy yellow bathing suit beautifully and vice versa. Eyes hidden behind sunglasses. A charming smile with dimples to accentuate it. Faye studied the woman. "She’s lovely, Bette. I’m just not sure what I would do with her."
Bette smirked. "I’m sure it would come to you, Faye." Faye laughed quietly and elbowed Bette in the ribs. "I’m not hearing a ‘no’, Faye", Bette persisted.
"Alright. No", she said, trying to bring her laughter under control.
Bette shook her head. "It’s a real shame. I’ll bet she looks fantastic under the covers."
"You’re terrible", Faye scolded mockingly. After they let their laughter settle Bette sipped her coffee and asked, "So what’s the score?"
"After three days it’s still zero to zero. Although you almost had me with that last woman."
"Almost huh? There’s hope for you yet, Faye."
"Don’t get too excited, Bette. It was a momentary lapse I’m sure. But how about you? Was I even close to getting you interested in any of those men?"
Bette’s look turned serious. She cast her eyes straight ahead. "Let me tell you something Faye. Do you see that man right there?" Faye followed Bette’s gaze and found a bespectacled man who appeared to be in his mid to late fifties. Although most of his hair had deserted him long ago, he labored under the belief that no one noticed as long as he wrapped the remaining hairs, which needed no more than two hands to be counted, in a circle on the top of his head. Additionally, he had somehow wrestled a pair of black lycra bike shorts onto a body type that the good people at Speedo had never intended.
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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!