Tina got up to leave from the bar. It was just too hard to be alone with Bette. It was hard enough to see Bette with Jodie, the two of them smiling and laughing. However, being alone with Bette was perhaps even harder.

“Have a good night, Bette. If I see Shane I will let her know you are looking for her.” Tina looked up as she and Bette locked eyes.

“T…T don’t go.” Bette whispered.

“I really should go, Bette. I am sure Jodie will be waiting for you.” Tina said with a saddened heart.

“Tina…” Bette responded as she reached for Tina’s arm. “Don’t go.” Bette pulled Tina into her arms and slowly lowered her lips to Tina’s. The kiss was soft and delicate at first. It slowly grew into a more passionate kiss.

“Bette…” Tina managed to whisper.

“I am sorry Tina. I should not have done that. You just looked so beautiful sitting there in the light. I could not stop myself.” Bette said through her tears.

“I am sorry too, Bette.” Tina said with tears. “I am sorry you feel you should not have done that. I am sorry that you feel bad that it happened.”

Bette looked at Tina, not fully understanding what Tina was saying. She took a deep breath and prepared to ask Tina what she meant when Tina suddenly got up and walked over to Bette and whispered in her ear. “I am yours Bette. Always and forever. You know where I am. Come to me when you feel that you can. I never stopped loving you.” With those words, Tina kissed Bette’s cheek and walked out of the bar. Bette just stood there, not sure what to do. She was so lost in her own thoughts that she did not hear the footsteps of Jodi behind her.

“What are you doing all alone in here?” Jodi signed to Bette.

Startled by the presence of Jodi, Bette signed in return “ I am looking for Shane. I thought you and Kit left.”

“What is wrong? You are not happy to see me? I thought we could spend the night together. I miss you Bette.”

Feeling guilty, Bette pulled Jodi in her arms, “Of course I want to spend the night with you. I miss you too. It is just so busy at work. I am sorry. Let’s go.” Bette took her hand and walked out of the bar. Holding Jodi’s hand but only the thoughts of Tina filled her mind.