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Lady Slayer
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Chapter 32
Tina stood at the airport desk tapping her fingers; she was on stand-by and awaiting further information about the next flight back.
She sighed, the call to the government office with her explanation of an unexpected family emergency had gone much better than she had expected and they had agreed to continue processing the divorce.
“I’m sorry Ma’am…; we don’t have any seats available until the morning…”
“Are you sure, they told me on the phone there was one seat available on the 6.45 flight…”
“No ma’am…, there was one earlier but that seat has already been taken…”
“Can you check again…, please this is an emergency…, what about an indirect flight?”
“Ma’am, I’ve checked them all for you…, the first one I can get you on is 7.30 tomorrow morning…”
“What if I stay here…, if one comes up before the morning one…?”
“I’ll be sure to tell you Ms Kennard…”
“Okay… Thank you…”
Tina turned and sat on the seat that faced the airline desk, she would continue with the eye contact to make sure she wasn’t forgotten, but not before trying to get through to Bette once again.
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Bette wandered around the studio, her fingers traced the dusty work surface of Lily’s bench, the fine powdery porcelain residue coated her finger…, such a fineness to the touch.
There was one thing about Lily’s sculptures…, they were so fine that the word perfection always came to mind…, they were always faceless figurines but you could see and feel their emotions…, they were such exquisite pieces that you were afraid to touch them, and yet there was a force that drew you to them and you couldn’t help but allow your finger to trace along the finery.
There were two unfinished pieces, supposedly ones that Lily had either started and not had the inspiration to finish, or…, or she didn’t have time…
Bette came to the end of the bench where Lily usually stored her finished work.
There were none. Just a fine white muslin cloth covering, what Bette assumed to be, a single sculpture.
Bette turned and glanced around her, knowing that there must be some finished pieces in the studio somewhere, she looked around her and saw the shelf at the back of the room.
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Wow Jo that was amazing. I’m so glad that Tina made it to Bette. And it’s just like Bette to do that all on her own. Outside of Lilly she has always felt like she could only depend on herself and with Tina away that was her option. Poor thing! Bravo to Tina for being able to read all the signs. I can’t wait for more of this! Great job!
Incredible!! I couldn’t read it fast enough. The reader feels every emotion you put on paper. Very well done.
beautiful…
Absolutely stunning chapter, certainly broughtm tears to my eyes. Glad Tina got back to Bette, post another chapter soon.
The most overwhelming feeling is thankyou. Jo, thankyou for giving us that chapter in full, for not tearing our heart out in 2 installments, for getting Tina back to bette in her time of need. For allowing us to process the great emotions that you have brought to the surface without a pause. Thankyou for this full chapter, and the story.
Once again, I’m crying my eyes out after reading one of your chapters…
wow… what a chapter… i was also crying with bette
Jo, unlike you I do not have the gift of words, but I can thank you for sharing your gift with us here. You’re awsome mate!
Stopped breathing the whole time… This chapter was pure wonder, Jo! You’ve outdone yourself again. I always LOVE your work, but when I read pieces like this one, I always need a moment to get back to earth and reality. Coz it’s a journey in itself. The desperation in which Tina rushed back to Bette was simply amazing… And the end… *sigh*… How about a triple shot in the WE with a third post? A girl can dream right? Thanks a lot for this, I needed that! ;)
You brought tears to my eyes as you always do, what a sad beautiful chapter you wrote it with such an incredible talent, it sadness me knowing that we are not going to have another chapter of “Lady Slayer” but I believe that you will come back with something different and as powerful. Lilly’s death was something hard for us to take because we have grown to love her and see her as a permanent part of Bette’s life but I guess everything has it’s own time and role to play, I can’t thank you enough for this beautiful journy that you took us through and for how much emotions you let us feel, I hope we can see you again here soon.Have a great weekend with all my love and best.
Truly beautiful, Jo. I didn’t think anything could top Those Adoring Eyes, but your storytelling is just amazing. Everyone needs a Lily in their life. So glad that this is not the end.
Jo, you have been blessed with the gift to write words that evoke so many feelings within your readers. Whenever I read your stories, I am transported to wherever you decide to take me. This chapter had me holding my breath hoping Tina would be able to catch a flight and crying when she finally reached Bette. Absolutely heart wrenching. I am grateful that you share your love of writing with us. Fantastic story and you are BRILLIANT. Thank you.
With everyheart beat while reading this,Iwas thinking Lilie wouldnt want Bette to bear this burden alone. Thanks goodness Tina got there in time. To love someone that is gone and you can wait to go home to be with that is Infinitelove. Lillie is home with her Maxie. thanks
Beautiful, touching, total love for all concerned. Jo you really have outdone your self. Thank you. Md
Hey JoB, Thank you so much for these tragic yet tender chapters. You fully showed the love and respect between Bette and Lily. Bette did exactly the right and proper thing to honor and respect Lily. For Bette this is the toughest thing she has every had to do. I was overjoyed that Tina just knew someting was wrong and headed to Bette straight away. The church was the place that Lily would want to be laid to rest with her soul-mate Maxy. I just cried when Tina arrived there and wrapped Bette in her arms. Finally Bette was able to let go and mourn her lost. Just wonderful. Thank you for this awesome chapter. Your Loyal Fan.
Jo, you did it again. This chapter was just as hard as when Lily first died. I know that death is a part of our existence but it does not make it any easier. The ones left are the people that seem to fall apart. With the love of others we take one step at a time. Thank you for reminding me to take one step at a time.
Hey…..Absolutly fantastic….i loved and savoured every word…it flowed so beautifully…and yes everything you hoped to come through in the whole story has done…perfectly…all the emotion..everything….Excellent..but i kinda knew it would be!.. :)
WOW that wa amazing and so sad and emotional. Glad B&T in each other arms now and they will help each other to go through this. So sad and Im still crying now. Please post more, thanks!
OMG..OMG..OMG…..my heart still aches….it was just beautiful……….
Wow, that was moving beyond words. Magnificent writing!
Mate… one of my favourite chapters! I’m so moved, everything you wanted us to get from this chapter, we certainly did. Great work! Thanks for the double post!
I’m still crying. So moving. So glad Tina was finally able to get there.
WOW
Whoaaaa…Jo that was magnificent! Your words to my heart…you are so gifted in the way you make a reader feel the emotion you are writng about. I hope that you do continue this story Jo…there is so much more to tell.
Jo, before I even thought to hit the comment button, I needed to take a moment myself. I think the only time I actually felt myself breathe, was when I hit the “next page” button. You definitely brought this chapter to life, Bette’s sadness, Tina’s panic, the scenes of the statue and the church. You used so much symbolism, and I have to say that the way you described how Bette and Tina were in one another’s arms towards the end, the first thought that came to mind, was that they were in a similar “position” as the piece of art that Lily had created. When your last words were ..Infinite Love…it just wrapped it up nicely. This story continues to have so much life in it, that you could continue on for a very long time….perhaps even a sequel. Thanks mate, as always, true perfection. xo On a lighter note, I soooo didn’t just top you again did I? LMAO! I posted NOL, and the refreshed and looked at Ness and just laughed at the irony. Have a great rest of your Sunday.
I’m completely worked! I couldn’t stop the tears…That was beautiful! I felt it all, like I was right there with them.
What a fabulous ending! You moved every fiber of our hearts. You really emphasized B&T’s special bond with a brilliant phrase: “Infinite Love”. Thanks for giving us such a magnificent story, Jo. Hats off to your extraordinary talent, which never ceases to amaze us. Ovation claps. Hugs & kisses on both your cheeks. Sincerely, Lucero & Marsha – JC’s Salsa Aunties from Mexico City
To borrow from one of the authors,” beautiful through all the sadness”.
Jo, OMG!!!! WOW!!!!! That is one of the best chapters I have ever read. Thank you
The words evade me at this time, to express the emotions in me, you have brought to the surface.
Infinite love… A love that transcends physical boundaries and physical death… A completely obvious and unique connection between Lily and Bette, Lily and Maxy, Maxy and Bette, Bette and Tina and the two women in the white procelain statue… Loved the deep, almost spritual bond between Bette and Tina, how they are attuned to each other’s feelings and disposition even if they are a thousand miles apart. Loved the transition in the scenes that truly highlighted their connection: Bette bringing her hand to her chest upon seeing the sculpture segueing to the heaviness that Tina felt in her chest when she was startled in her sleep; the goose bumps that appeared in Tina’s arms segueing to Bette trailing her fingertip down one of the figure in the sculpture’s arm; and the contrast on how they were dealing with the element of time, with Tina rushing, hoping to make it on time for whatever and Bette taking her sweet time to enjoy the last moments with Lily’s remains. Bette letting go of the woman she and her mother dearly loved and Bette fully embracing, literally and figuratively, the woman that she and Lily loved in a perfect, sacred setting, the ruins of an old church that they all loved. BRILLIANT!!! SIMPLY BRILLIANT, Jobadge! BRAVA! And thank you! :>
Jo you really took my breath away with this chapter. The heartfelt emotion that Bette was feeling and all the anxiety that Tina was going thru from not knowing what exactly was going on but feeling and knowing that she had to get back to Bette immediately, if not before, made us understand that the love they feel is truly infinite. There are not enough words for me to tell you what I’ve felt while reading the chapter. Lily as correct, she knew they would have a forever love in each other and Bette really needs that. Post when you can.
bloody beautiful!!!!!
This truly is an incredible story you have given us. It touched me on so many emotional levels and as I read through the last few chapters. It was like even though we all knew Lily only had a little time left, and would inevitably leave Bette, it was so touching the way you brought it all together with Tina knowing just by instinct that something was wrong and that she had to get back becasue Bette needed her. Only after she was in Tina’s arms, was Bette finally able to let down her guard and grieve for Lily. Truly an incredible love story on so many levels….Taz