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Provocations Linger-Chapter 8
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Alice couldn’t help but be pleased by the obvious concern Tina was exhibiting over Bette. She wasn’t surprised but still it was nice to confirm that there was still love there.
It had been a month since the radio host had seen Tina. Alice and Dana had been happy to accept her invitation to a film opening and the ‘after’ party for an Alphaville Première. Tina had to work most of the evening but was never the less extremely pleased to have her old friends with her for the event.
Over the eight months since Provocations Tina had drifted away but not apart from the gang. In the aftermath of she and Bette’s break up she had needed to disconnect a bit and carve her own life separate from them.
She dated infrequently, worked a lot and was slowly finding a way to weave the gang, minus Bette, back into her life in a way that wasn’t too painful.
“Thank you for calling Al. I’m glad you told me,” Tina thanked her softly. “Can I get in touch with you about the funeral?” Tina wasn’t sure what she should do about that. She was sad that Bette hadn’t felt she could call her but not surprised. Tina had not seen or spoken to her ex since Bette dropped by the studio unannounced two months earlier. Tina had made it clear then that she was not welcome in her life.
“Of course Sweetie, go back to bed. We’ll talk soon,” Alice assured her.
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Same Night, Bette’s House, 2AM
Tina found Bette exactly where she expected to, slouched in her favorite chaise by the pool. She assumed she’d been drinking a while, as she didn’t notice Tina until she sat next to her in the adjoining lounger.
Bette lifted her whole head back slowly, observing her guest.
“You came,” she told Tina.
“I came,” Tina agreed. She gave the brunette a gentle smile. “I’m so sorry Bette.”
Bette nodded. “Would you like a drink?” She waved a premium bottle of Scotch at her ex wife in invitation.
Tina took the bottle from Bette, holding the Scotch in one hand and finding Bette’s hand with the other. Standing up, she gave the brunette a little tug.
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I’m McLovin’ it!!! More, please, quickly. Thx.
Sam doesn’t know about Bette I presume, this will change. Loving your story. Thank you
I’m still lovin’ it. Can’t wait to see what happens next!
I agree with jp22! sam is certainly going get an earful. and i too wish for sam and tina break up, please! :)PPS
I’m with jp22 instead of “family’ it should have been ex-wife. thanks
Zuzu, I am loving it.. 2004 snippet ACTUALLY made me cry. It was so sweet. [in reality im just a little tired and on the emotional side.] Sam.. is a gonner! woop dee doop, This Tessa thing has to be bad .. and Bette satying so close in peggy’s house.. how perfect.. maybe Peggy will organise for Bette to go to one of Tee’s functions… ah the wonders of fiction.. wonderful as always.. Nr
Oh, ze plot thickens and zee cheeze, she begins to bind…
Soooooo, Sam doesn’t know about Bette. Is Tina doing what I so absolutely hate – lying by omission? That’s so tacky and so S3. I’ll withhold judgement until I read the next exciting installment of this captivating story. Thanks!
Zuzu…still masterfully written. This is really getting good. Something will have to happen to have Bette stay more than 24 hours…or…they’ll meet up back in California. Bye bye Sam…no one told her about the inseparable B&T connection.
So happy to see a new post. I am totally captivated by this story and can’t wait to read what the weekend brings. I’m sensing one very tense car ride from the airport. Thanks for the update!
im not a writer or anything…but what if “tessa” turned out to be the “twink” from season 2? just a thought.
fabulous , loving this great story line. Can’t wait for your next wonderfully written and developed chapter. Love the mystery between your tibette . PPS. ;)
I am hoping with Bette and Tina’s reconnect comes the end of Tina and Sam. I think Sam may figure it out before Tina admits it though. I am totally hooked on this story!
What they all said! Great update, took too long to happen, fully hooked, PPS!
I’m loving it! PPS!!!
i also have an answer to Sam but it’s more colorful then the one offered by jp22 ;)
Interesting that Tina never told Sam about Bette. Thanks, and PPS!
Let me clarify for you, Sam. The word you’re looking for is “wife”. I do hope it’s not going to be too awkward between Bette, Tina and Sam… but I’m really (selfishly) hoping that there’s a breakup on the horizon. With Sam and Tina. Thanks for the post, Z!
Love it but there is far too much time in between the chapters!
OOOOOOOOOOOH, this is getting good. Please tell me our girls will eventually get back together.
Oh my, why would Tina not tell Sam about Bette? Is it because she does not think she and Sam are permanent or is it that she does not want to think of Bette as an “ex?” Very interesting situation. PPS
i feel so jealous on Bette’s behalf…sam sounded so gorgeous in your description; how can bette win here?…i do want her and tina back 2gether BUT…maybe Tina and Sam work? maybe Sam makes Tina happy? I dunno I’m torn here!!! pps
You write so beautifully – the sadness and the heartelt desire to heal is wonderfully written. I know you might not put them back together but you have given us all a conversation that IC never could manage – thank you. I’m hooked when’s the next chapter.
This is so good and cat figh coming lol!