“Yes, what do you want? It’s your last dinner for at least one or two days. I don’t count the hospitalfood as dinner.” Bette says with a smile.

“Can we just have pizza? I want a pizza, with chicken.” Tina says.

“Sure. I’ll go and order, then bathroom. I’ll be right back.” Bette says and stands up.

“Okay.” Tina replies

“Why don’t you call your parents, they would want to know.” Bette suggests.

“Yeah, I’ll do that.” Tina replies smiling.

Bette leaves the room, picks up her cell phone and walks into the bathroom.

Meanwhile Tina calls home. Paul picks up on the fourth ring.

“Dad, hey, it’s me.” Tina says.

“Christina, hello, how are you?” He asks.

“I’m good, but that’s also why I’m calling. Could you maybe get mom and Mikey too, and put on the speaker?” Tina asks.

“Sure, hang on.” Paul says. Tina hears him calling for everyone, to come to the phone. After a minute, they’re there. “There, you’re on the speaker, what’s going on Christina?” Paul asks again.

“Well, my leg, is what’s going on. There’s blood clot which I have to remove. And that is happening tomorrow morning at 8. I just got home from the hospital now.” Tina says.

“Oh my God, will you be okay? Is it serious? Shouldn’t you have stayed in the hospital?” Joanne asks.

“Mom, I’m fine. Bette had the same concern, but the doctor said it was okay. We’re going back in tomorrow morning at 7 so they can prep me for surgery.” Tina says.

“Still, I would’ve felt better if I knew you were in the hospital.” Joanne says.

“I know mom, but, everything is fine so far. Bette is taking good care of me, and will drive me to the hospital if anything happens.” Tina says, trying to ease their concern a little.

Bette walks back in and takes a seat next to Tina. Tina reaches for Bette’s hand and intwine their fingers. She leans down on Bette’s shoulder.

“Babe, put on the speaker.” Bette says to Tina. Sh does.

“Mrs. Kennard, hi.” Bette says.

“Bette, hello. How are you?” Joanne asks.

“I’m fine, worried but fine.” Bette replies.

“That’s good.” Joanne replies.

“Look, I know you’re worried, I am too, believe me. But the doctor said it wouldn’t get worse just in a few hours. I will stay awake tonight to make sure, if you want.” Bette says, she raises her eyebrows to Tina with a grin.