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Oasis Part 20
Sometimes I think a hard tare could cause a bruise.
“I’m fine, just stood up a little fast.” I say again, stealing myself to look up at her. Adverting my eyes just makes me look guilty, and the last thing I want to do is throw Tina’s compassion back in her face by showing her that I am lying to her. It makes me feel lightly less like a heel.
“Are you sure?” Tina asks, squatting down on the floor in front of me. A puckering of her brows is a perfect indication that she is sceptical, but telling her the truth at this point will be far worse then lying to her.
“Yup.” With a definitive nod I answer.
Tina squints at me for a moment before resting her hand on the sofa and pushing herself to her feet. “O…Kay” she drawls, clearly still not believing me. “Let’s get some food into you then.” She announces as she turns to march into the kitchen.
I am thankful she isn’t questioning me on the ‘whys’, but there are a lot of them going around today. It was only an hour or so ago that Tina’s arrived and fell asleep right where I am sitting. Sleep did her good, and apart from the slight puffiness of her face, that just heightened her cuteness, she looked much better.
The fridge door closed and I heard a cupboard, I presume the pantry, open. “Do you even live here,” she called out, her voice muffled by wherever her head happened to be.
“Nah, it’s a loner.” I reply cheekily “I just like somewhere to bring all the pretty girls.” After the words fly out of my mouth it occurs to me that I haven’t really discussed this part of my life with her before.
Fuck. The last thing I need to do is ruin a decent business relationship because of homophobia. Travelling I got used to ignoring my sexuality and just being in the moment, because in many of the countries and communities I travelled to homosexuality was punishable by death – a painful torturous death most likely.
Now that I am back home, I momentarily forgot how many business, and personal relationships have denigrated because of my sexuality.
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(24 votes, average: 3.63 out of 5)
Amazing, sad, poignant, realistic, touching, appreciative, selfish, life.
Great story but sad. You have a great imagination. Keep it coming. PPS
I HEART YOU… sorry I disappeared on you in the spotlight… I was out of commission sick with food poisoning :S we will catch up soon… OMG Babylon 5 Season 2-4 are the best TV has ever created… so much I want to chat with you about my lovely friend… be back soon with my thoughts… but first wanted to say love ya, JC
Tina’s right, Bette does spend a lot of time in her head, but it’s fascinating and really entertaining. Nice chapter, thanks for posting.
Hi there, dear sweet Deean! Bette’s body must certainly look fragile. The deterioration of her health is one of the reasons behind it. Also, the lack of meals ingestion is taking its toll. Ah, Bette needs to be more careful, as with the treatment she is going to receive, her immune system will require a large doze of nutritional elements, to overcome the secondary effects. We believe that Bette has not achieved the proper balance in her life; mentally, bodily and spiritually. Once she gets these essential basics, she might be able to reach the inner peace she has been looking for. Tina’s presence is a beautiful distraction and it is good to see that she speaks her mind. Bette certainly needs someone to get her out of her “own world” of thoughts. The book project is another incentive for Bette, as to focus on something else than her illness. Excellent chapter, dear friend. Looking forward for your next installment. PPS Hugs & kisses on both your cheeks.- Lucero & Marsha (Proud Salsa Aunties to the ever loving JC and Eunichick and Tias Adoradas to Patpez)
I think your Tina is the perfect person to bring into Bette’s life. She will bring her what she needs during the treatments and in her life, in general, a new friend and possibly a great love. I love your writing and can’t wait for more…pps