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Let it Ride- Chapter 9
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Bette grasped Helena’s hand, which was pleasantly warm and soft, saying in response, "Bette Porter. I’ve actually heard quite a bit about you."
Helena said with a smile, "How horrible for you. Utterly boring, as well."
Bette countered smoothly, "Not at all. I’ve only heard wonderful things."
Helena sat back down beside Bette and said, "Then I’m afraid you must have heard the edited version."
Alice was peering over her menu with a look of sheer anticipation. Her eyes were darting between them excitedly as they continued to exchange quick, but ever polite words.
Dana had to pinch Alice’s arm when the waiter arrived to take their orders.
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An hour and a bottle of wine later, Shane had a dull, glazed look in her eyes while Dana was trying to appear invested. Alice was saying something and Bette and Helena were both listening intently.
Bette said in a thoughtful tone, "I think I know what you’re referencing there, Al. The book is by Furber. It’s an amazing collection of poetry."
Helena took a sip of her wine before chiming in, "Mm. I think it’s Fuhrman that you mean, Bette. The Furber book wasn’t published until 1899. It’s a common mistake."
Dana’s eyes shot open and Shane suddenly looked wary as Alice’s eyes widened.
Helena was already looking back down at her meal, unaware of the trouble brewing at the table. She hadn’t meant to be condescending. A fact that everyone was well aware of; except Bette. The teaching assistant’s eyes had narrowed to slits and her nostrils were flaring intermittently.
"Actually, Helena, I think you’re mistaken."
Helena looked up and her expression was completely nonplussed. The vitriol in Bette’s voice astounded her. She could see that Bette was angry. If it had been Alice or Dana, Helena might have gone into an apology for sounding superior. But something about Bette’s attitude had been vaguely disdainful throughout the whole meal. Especially when the conversation turned to the arts. And there was the additional fact that Helena was correct and not Bette.
Alice nearly groaned as she looked between the two women now. Helena’s entire carriage had shifted. She now looked every inch the privileged heiress. The arrogance that could occasionally show itself in her personality was out in full. Bette appeared just as riled.
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This was great. Even though B&H wanted to be right they couldn’t help but notice how hot the other was. And Alice,Dana&Shane reaction was so real. Thanks for the update!!
looking good. Dinner might just have lots of fireworks
WOW…Let’s just say that Operation Hellcat Pissaco went down the drain! lol Bette and Helena are so much alike it’s scary, but what will happen with the dinner between the two Alpha ladies??? Will TK reappear or will she stay in the dark?? Wonder what redhead Shane was talking about, hopefully it’s not L. Anyways, as for Alice and Dana, I love the little part in the classroom–a little nap. I’ve done it a few times myself, but anywho, really hope that Alice isn’t getting sick bc it would be a bummer if the show would get canceled. Maybe A should slow down, so she doesn’t end up passing out or something like an illness. But I know you wouldn’t disappoint me! I’m glad that you’re still enjoying my story, and thanks once again for this great chapter. PPS.
Haha, looks like Alice’s weirdly thought out set-up might produce some sparks after all. I really hope you’re planning to out Ms. Fairbanks a tiny bit if Al should get famous. If not, that’d be sad for the both of them. I mean, she doesn’t have to shout it from the rooftops, but a little open affection toward her rock-star girlfriend wouldn’t be the end of the world. But I dunno, I’m writing her long after she’s come out so this is new to me. Anyway, I adore the cuteness of Danish and the funniness of Shane. The two privileged birches duking it out over poetry publication dates didn’t do much for me, but then, I despise pretentious people so that might have a tiny bit to do with it. I’m so not a type A with a need to be correct. And Texas, huh? I’m not too terribly far from you. Go America…or something. Haha. Anyway, post soon and all that jazz. I’m babbling my ass off, but it’s after 4am so at least I have a slight excuse.
Whoa Frip I see that this luch date of sorts was so great I loved it,,Bette actually wring and Helena being gracious about it and then to have them actually go out on a date,,,LOL. I can only imagine when both women find out that they ahd been put together by their friends,,great chapter there frip, but is Al getting a cold and if so this is not good at all!!!
ooohh operation hellcat picasso! I am loving this, I can not wait for your next update. I hope Alice will feel better soon. I’m glad I checked in here, I’m almost late for dinner(pathetic) but I am by no means regretting that I paused to read.x0x
Love it love it love it…that’s all I have to say really
Been there, done that, and even got several T-shirts from different bars. I have also left the contacts in my eyes countless times because of some serious partying. Now I just wear glasses most of the time and I won’t have to deal with seeing through fog in the morning or afternoon or evening after. You are not deluding yourself. I feel the same way. It was quite obvious when D turned away from A after hearing about the date with Chandra and what she said as Alice was leaving for her date. Also when they were out shopping on the way to see Dr. Love. God why couldn’t they let her live? I must have asked myself a thousand times. The truth is I frequently re-watch the entire 3 seasons, focusing mostly on Danish. Now you tell me how pathetic I must be. I shall get to Goldrun15 this weekend. And thank you for postponing the red head. There is another story out there right now with D having her 1st time with L not A. I was stunned because A was with Tasha. But there had to be something between A & D. I couldn’t find myself commenting on that story. About the deleted scenes, you can put a few together in a chapter. I am sure it will be a blast because of the way you imagination and writing. Anyway back to this chapter. I really wonder how much they learnt in class with all the distraction. I couldn’t stop chuckling. Operation Hellcat Picasso = Operation Hell Piss-Her-Off. I was just about to give A, D & S an A for the effort for trying to set B & H up as consolation prize. Then you surprised me with a dinner date. This was fun to read. Now I can retire for the night. Thanks again for another sweet Danish night cap.