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Lifeline – Chapter 10
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It was the wrong way to look at it she had finally realized one Saturday afternoon after an impromptu frolic with Bette. It came as a great relief to her in that moment of clarity and elation she often felt after an orgasm, when her breathing had returned and she could feel her limbs again. The fog lifted and the answer lay right there before her as it always had without her knowing it. It radiated out of Bette like the sun, and she was struck dumb by the brightness of the truth as it revealed itself to her.
Making love with Bette was an affirmation. She needed to feel the union between them, the unity of their two hearts and bodies when they were laid bare and open to each other. Those moments cemented their commitment to each other and confirmed their willingness to surrender everything to one another.
Their lovemaking was a declaration and when Tina finally allowed herself to realize it she felt the freedom that came with understanding.
Standing before Bette in her robe on their anniversary night, preparing for a swim, her eyes and heart burned with that all-consuming love and Bette saw it, felt its presence between them and knew both the heat and the weight of it.
Tina had always been a paradox. She was buoyant, good-humored, free-spirited, the bright spot in any room she entered – but there was another side that was deep and contemplative, and not to be taken lightly. There was a certain gravitas in her, though Bette may have been the only one allowed to see it.
She took Tina’s face in her hands, caressing her cheeks, smoothing the lines of her eyebrows with her thumbs, looking closely at the person she knew better than anyone, the person who constantly surprised and amazed her and kept her off-balance in a way that made life worth getting up for in the morning.
“I said I’d come. You don’t have to flatter me…” Tina joked shyly, shaking away the thoughts that needn’t interfere with their anniversary night.
Bette noticed her expression clouding briefly but let it go. She was well aware of Tina’s moments when she let questioning thoughts in, when a brief darkness descended, but she had learned to choose when to notice them.
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You know what makes me happy, Nell? Reading your posts, this lovely story over and over again. =) Thank you for breaking your silence. And thank you for breathing new life into this fictional couple that I’m still so fond of. You have no idea how many people wish on shooting stars to stumble upon or be blessed with the deep, abiding and lava-hot love that your version of TiBette share. *Sigh* I’m looking forward to more trips down memory lane and how Bette will use the items on The List to help bring Tina out of her stupor. Brava, Nell! Cheers! =)
I have been checking frequently for a new post to this touching story. You write this couple and their journey so beautifully. I look forward to more memories of the past and memories yet to be created. Thank you.
More people should be so lucky to have a love like theirs.
Thanks to you and this wonderful story, I’ve learned a new word today. “Insouciance” PPVS
Wonderful as always. Love the way you are writing this story. It is a testament to the love they share. We should all be so blessed. Thanks for posting.
Really lovely, as usual. Surely this will generate a few lively spikes in Tina’s EKG, won’t it?
I just love this amazing story. Thank you for posting.
wonderful writing that conjures up beautiful images of my favourite couple
What they all said. Thank you.
Perfection. The dialogue is amazing and the scenes you paint just come to life in my mind. Thank you, I love this Better and Tina and although my poor little Tina is hurt I love the pillar of strength Bette is trying to be for her.
loved it… and i know tina can hear every word… wonderful… pps
Excellent and just so briliantly beautiful. Thank you.
Thanks everyone for your thoughts on the chapter. I decided I’m not waiting until the next post to speak to you when I can do it right here! Curiosity, I’m laughing at your insouciance! Dainty,mm and TK, your words are always thoughtful, insightful, and so encouraging to me. TK, I’m thinking about you. Gumby, I’m so pleased that you like my version of our favorite couple(You know how I feel about your work). M, you’re just not that silent anymore and I for one am happy about that (LOL). Keep poking me, please.didi,az,fav,Amanda,nue,Quer,JDM: Y’all have been with me from the start of this story I think, and always take time to speak up, which is so, SO nice.Ballent and rd, you two are newer but appreciated just as much as the rest of my readers and I hope you will continue to comment! You are all keeping this story going, because without your support and encouragement I’d probably be too lazy to post. Hugs,~Nell
Don’t know how I’ve missed this incredible story, but have just savored all 10 chapters. Love the way you’ve written their relationship and the dialogue is just delicious. As a side note from a southerner, “ya’ll” is frequently used for one person and “all ya’ll” for a group. Thanks for sharing your talent, Nell.
Thank you for update.Wonderful story.
Amazing as usual!
Thank you, Nell! As mightymouse said, finding a post from you is a gift that makes me happy! The love and connection between your Tina and Bette is just beautiful. You always write with such depth and truth. I was especially moved by the way Bette was comforted by her friends whilst feeling separated from them and her determination to be strong when talking to Tina, and by Tina’s meditations on all the ways she was ‘more’ because of her love. Thanks again.
That was awesome!