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Invincible

She gets up to shut off the CD player and grabs the remote to turn on the television. It’s already past midnight and she flips to the Tonight Show. “Late night talk show host in hell?” she asks.
“One of many, I’m sure.” I reply. She stretches out on the couch and isn’t shy about laying her legs over mine. I’m not complaining. I watch her as she watches the small TV screen.
I can’t remember the last Friday night that was as enjoyable as this one. I sit there, gently stroking her jean-clad legs as Jimmy Fallon interviews some random celebrity. I can see her fighting sleep. Despite us both having our clothes on, the moment is so intimate; so tender. My cheeks hurt from all the smiling I’ve done tonight, but it doesn’t prevent me from continuing to wear that stupid grin.
Once I see that Tina’s breathing has evened out, I bravely run my hand up her leg, over her hip and up her arm until my fingers tangle into her soft blonde locks. She looks almost angelic as she sleeps. The rhythmic motion of her chest rising and falling with each breath she takes is almost hypnotic and lulls me into a peaceful sleep that claims me for a brief time.
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When I open my eyes again, I notice the early rays of dawn peeking through her curtains. I’m not quite sure how long I was out, but it was long enough that Tina had shifted to her stomach with her legs still draped across my own. The television is now displaying some infomercial that I’m still not paying any attention to. This is real. I mean, for the first time in I don’t know how long, there were no nightmares. No soaring above the city exploiting my fear of heights; no starting my day all alone in the city. I was here, on Tina’s couch, waking up in her cozy apartment, basking in the nearness of her with her snoring dog at my feet.
My hand reaches for Tina’s hair again and I feel her small frame stir beneath me. “What are you watching?” She asks sleepily without opening her eyes.
“It’s the greatest show on Earth. It’s called ‘Sleeping Tina.’” I answer knowing she can hear my smile as I speak.
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Enjoyed your story even tho i know nothing of vanilla sky.This epihany that BETTE finally has regarding her company and the warning from a trusted friend makes for an enjoyable read.TINA appears to be the alter ego of BETTE the uncanny ability to read her and is spot on in that drawing.BETTE has some life altering/style changes to make so let’s see what happens becuz for a one off you left a lot unanswered yet it was thought provoking in a good way.
Thanks for your comment, Dunn! Perhaps not having seen the film makes for a better read, although I know what you mean by all the unanswered questions. Even though this is a one-off, I have not completely ruled out possibly coming back to it in the future for a follow-up. There’s no plan to do that right now, but it is always an option. I appreciate you taking the time to read it and offering your feedback!
Great art work!
You never disappoint me. I enjoyed it a lot. You do know how to tell a tale. Thanks
You are too kind, wkm. I’m very happy that you enjoyed the story. Thanks for showin’ the love!
Hope you continue to post stories. I do love your tales.
This is so cool and sexy! I never watch Vanilla sky, but I’ll be damn, I think BnT suit the part so well.
Perhaps I prefer my readers not to have seen the movie. It’s definitely a weird one. But I thought these scenes of a hopeful budding relationship worked with Bette and Tina in those roles. Glad you liked it!
Not seen Vanilla Sky but don’t feel it detracted from finding this story fascinating. I really enjoyed the read and hope that you do consider it as a base for more as this budding relationship between my favourite couple certainly has potential.
Thanks
Don’t think I’ve ever had anyone comment that my stories were ‘fascinating’ so thank you for the compliment Sassy! A follow-up isn’t completely off the table, but just not actively in the works at present. Appreciate you taking the time to read.
Waittttttt! No way!!! I love Vanilla Sky and the older one Abre los ojos! What can I say I can’t resist a naked Penelope Cruz (>ω< )!!!
It wasn't THAT weird to me tbh, I freakin cracked up and cried my eyes out when Penelope said to Tom "I'll see you in another life when we're both cats."
Ahhh old movie, good times! Didn't think I'd see the gay version of the story. Nicely done!
Hahahaha! I suppose the best reason to watch those films would be a naked Penelope. She’s not really my cup of tea, I’m more of a Salma Hayek fan, but she was great in these films. Like I said, I have a love/hate relationship with it. Thanks for reading, hope I did the story justice since you seem to be the only one who has seen the movie so far.
MEEEEOOOOOWWW!
yeeeeeeeeessssss….. you know how long I have agonised about seeing this piece come up…. I miss you my friend. I feel we have resumed our game of tag… you posted… I posted too! guees it’s your turn again ;0) xx
Brilliant, as always, Mell. I have missed your amazing storytelling. I hope you will give us more, if not this story, something else. Oh wait!! Don’t you have something else you’re working on? Like just a chapter or two left? OMG, you do…. Yay!!
Look forward to whatever you write.
ps
Salma Hayek? Nice.
Yes, Salma Hayek. I can’t quite put my finger on it (but I can definitely put my finger in it :p), but I have a thing for slightly older women. Just something about them I can’t get enough of. And thank you for your very kind words, even though they aren’t very subtle. I’ll try to write something or two somethings when I can.
GREAT!!! I know and a like Vanilla Sky (with Tom Cruz and Penelope Cruz) . Vanilla Sky is a Hollywood remake of another great movie – the spanish movie “Abre Los Ojos” (with Penelope Cruz and Eduardo Noriega) And I like so much your story , Invincible with Bette and Tina :))) THANK YOU!!!
Thanks, Leonora! You seem to be one of the few readers who have also seen the movie and bonus points for having seen the original Spanish film!!
I loved this new version of Vanilla Sky,
I saw the movie however vaguely lenbro
some scenes, it would be interesting if you
continue to write its version.
All Stars.