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    Prodigal Chapter 20

                Caroline Kennard was hurting something awful as she strode unevenly into Helena Peabody’s office.  Drinks with Alice had gotten way out of control and now she was paying for it.  Alice remained passed out on her couch in the hotel room.  She hadn’t even made it to bed.  Caroline had no clue where she had gotten the presence of mind to set her alarm and as she greeted a widely smiling Helena she prayed the woman wouldn’t piss her off.  If she did, Caroline could not see herself holding back.

                “I’m so glad you could make it,” Helena said.  “Have a seat.”  She gestured at one of the comfortable chairs arranged around a low table in a sunken alcove on the left side of the huge space.  It was far more inviting than the huge and formal mahogany desk Helena had been sitting behind when Carrie entered.

                Carrie sat carefully and considered whether she should ask for Advil.  Every single part of her hurt and despite the huge bottle of water she had pounded on her way over her mouth was still dry as the Sahara.  “Thanks for meeting me,” she managed politely, swearing to herself to kill Alice as soon as she had the chance.  What the ***** was she thinking ordering scotch last night?  Jesus.

                “I don’t plan on keeping you long,” Helena said.  She was quite chipper this morning.  Her smile was bright and if Caroline didn’t know better she would say that the gorgeous Brit looked positively pleased with herself.  Helena retrieved a manila folder from her desk and handed it to Carrie.  She sat down hard in one of the ample chairs with a satisfied sigh.  “My offer, Ms. Kennard.”

                Carrie opened the folder in her lap to find a simple piece of white paper with a number on it.  There was just one number, nothing else.  Carrie lifted her gaze to Helena and knew why she was so happy with herself.  “You’re sure about those last few zeros?”

                “Yes.”  Helena Peabody was absolutely certain she had just made an offer Caroline Kennard could not in her right mind refuse.

                Carrie’s head hurt and something about this was really bothering her.  If Helena was willing to throw this much money to have control over her book, which by the way no one else was making any offers for, there was undoubtedly something amiss.  Carrie sighed heavily and closed the folder.  “I’m going to need to see more detail than this before I sell anything to you.  This really isn’t about money.”

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    Comments

    1. that talk will be great for them they seems to be very confortable to each other but they have to discuss the past to move on for good…another great chapter post soon ;o)

    2. No one punishes Bette for not bing perfect like …. Carrie is smart she got Tina on her toes. Helene is up to something. The Kennard Sister will be more than a match for her. It would take four or more Helene to match or best them.. Thanks

    3. I love this story every time you can come around with a new chapter. And I patently distrust anything Helena has to say, do, or be. There’s no way she is going to be involved with Tina or her sister and not try to manipulate the situation to her benefit. It took Bette losing her CAC position to get Helena completely out of their lives. Why would Tina want to involve her again? I know the offer is tempting – who wouldn’t want complete artistic control over their own project? I’m reminded of TLW’s Winnie Mann and her theatre experience with Helena. Helena can be so captivating – making dreams come true. I hope this doesn’t turn into a nightmare as Tina finds Helena ensconced in the middle of her marriage and her family of origin (Caroline).

      BTW, is the sister’s name a tribute to Ms. Kennedy-Schlossberg, or to the Kennard home state?

      Caroline is a wonderful character whom I would love to see on the show. She could share a trailer with Steph’s Kelly! They are truly voices of reason and hold an accurate mirror up to the B/T relationship. She’s so sensible! Tina NEEDS her. Danny was good too.

      Your story has its own distinctive sense of time and place. You create a unique atmosphere that I enjoy very much. It’s so realistic that I can imagine myself, seated at a nearby table at The Planet, watching that beautiful baby being doted on by an adoring mother and her newfound aunt! Bette’s scene in front of MOCA was equally well realized.

      Thanks for posting!

    4. It’s true that no one punishes Bette better than Bette herself. Carrie called Tina on a few matters, but Tina’s only concerned with blowing Bette off last night…how about Helena. What Carrie told Tina about really talking to Bette is true, but is Tina being open and honest enough with herself? Is she subconsciously still punishing Bette for the affair? Only time will tell…thanks for the chapter.

    5. hey jenny! I’ve missed this story! This update was so inctedible that I’m almost ready to get over the fact that you were MIA for a while! LOL! Hope that you post another soon–like today;) Thanks!

    6. Welcome back, we have reaaaaaaaaly missed this story, and this is a great chapter. I am so happy that Caroliine is there for Tina, she has a unique bond with her and can call her on her s**t. After B&T talk, I think they all 3 should take a look at Helena’s offer. Like Carrie said, no one else have made any offers this should be a HUGE RED flag. It is clear that Helena is attempting to buy Carrie as a way back into Tina’s like. Now, I agree that Carrie along with B&T can handle Helena, but is it worth her raigning havic in thier personal life. B&T has just got thier family back and Tina’s family back. This is a time that they should be enjoying thier family and growing into it. Just be very careful Carrie, when you sell your soul be careful to get areally good price, because itr is hard to buy it back.

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