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Reunion
Story written on December 4, 2012 by justkeepswimming.
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After the requisite four rings, Bette’s machine picked up.
Live over a phone line, Tina heard the message that was left. It was no telemarketer. A tone indicated the end of the call.
Tina stood staring at the answering machine, a shocked look on her face.
‘That couldn’t have been what the message said,’ she thought to herself. ‘I must have had a really long day.’
She replayed the tape. There was no mistaking it this time. Her ears were not playing tricks on her. She played it yet again, unsure if she was driven by a tendency towards voyeurism, masochism, or some bizarre aggregate of the two.
What she had heard, repeatedly now, was the voice of some woman winding its way around the room and in no uncertain terms, explicitly propositioning her girlfriend.
Tina tried to stay logical.
‘Obviously Bette had a life before me,’ she contemplated the fact that she herself had very little from her past that would result in such a call. ‘I guess the difference is those from my past don’t have this phone number.’ She finished with an afterthought ’And wouldn’t leave that message.’
She walked into the bedroom and removed her work clothes, retrieving something more casual so she could go out for a previously unplanned trip to the coffee shop down the block. She would occasionally go down there to work, when she needed to be distraction free. That message had left her feeling…something she didn’t think she had the right to feel. Was it jealousy? She wasn’t sure of the answer. But she was going to see what she could do to rid herself of the unfamiliar and negative sensations that seemed to be so very present.
Just as she was about to write a note explaining where she went, Bette turned off the shower.
Tina cracked the door of the bathroom slightly.
"I’m heading down to the coffee shop," she said. "But I put the kettle on for you."
"I thought we’d sit together for tea…have a visit after a long day…?" Bette mentioned with a hint of confusion in her tone, and only through the still closed shower doors.
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Hmm. Well, it went from talk of an anniversary week in the future, to a jealousy-inducing reminder of Bette’s past. That bit of drama was quickly handled, though, and led to a mutual, and sweet, declaration. I’m now wary of what else you may need to apologise for, though. Thanks for the post. :)
I’m with jp22 Swimmie…wary for the advance apology, now if all drama can be resolved in that quick span then we are golden.
I love how that whole scenario played out. Very realistic, to me at least. Tina the cucumber and Bette the jalapeño. Mmmmm☺ I’m getting hungry. Thanks swimmie 🐠
what’s the message? :P… Love it.. as always.. thank you :*
Jealousy is the root of all evil….. good thing Tina knows how to handle that..thanks for this update…
Thanks for the update, glad they talked it out.
Bette is a player and Tina is a cleric.
Hey ya Swimme -, finally catching up again. Personally I think the “drama” you’ve introduced so far (grad student and past flings) is realistic given their respective pasts and how that could play out at the start of their relationship. Having been on both sides of it, I can appreciate Bette’s response to Tina’s naked rant :0) At least they’re making an effort to talk openly and honestly with each other about things. Glad to see this story continuing and THANK YOU for giving it the time to develop. I’ve enjoyed following it (as well as your Tina/Shane story). Actually, I’ve enjoyed everything I’ve read of yours so far so keep it coming!
Color me intrigued by your advance apology, jks. I hope whosoever you subtly sent it to got it. I love how this story has progressed from a chance meeting in a crowded train that sparked Bette’s wet daydream and Tina’s curiosity, to their series of dates and sleepovers and the exchange of “I love yous” without much fanfare four weeks later. Yup, it’s been a whirlwind but they’re growing closer, getting deeper much to my delight. I thought they handled Tina’s insecurity in a mature, sensible way. They’re still in honeymoon but they’re bound to have a fight or disagreement about something in the future, right? I hope they’ll overcome whatever challenges or obstacles they’ll face someday. Thanks a lot for spoiling us with your regular posts! =) I’m sorry my short notes of appreciation can’t keep up with your pace. Please keep it coming, jks. Write on! (P.S.1: You have every right to write about and share whatever you like. You clearly held back towards the end of the “Portmanteau Tale”; I think there was no reason to overreact. All I can say is that Tina is my fave character in TLW, warts and all and Laurel is the only TLW alumna I care about now, warts and all. P.S.2: I like the way you turned your love for reading into a sweet, endearing TiBette moment. Bette’s fascination with Tina’s mundane act of reading was a telltale sign that she’s in love. On a side note, I stumbled upon a blog featuring photos of people of all shapes, sizes and colors reading all sorts of books while riding the New York subway or waiting for their train at the platforms. Only a book lover and avid reader will find such photos so fascinating.) Cheers! =)
Thats good and glad they work thing out
great stuff, jks :)
Excellent thank you
Just caught up with the last few chapters. I’m so glad they told each other they love them. That can go a long way in getting over hurdles that they are bound to come across.
Thanks God,this went well,not too much drama.Great story,love it.PPS
I liked it and found it very realistic. Relationships are made of many kinds of people and sometimes two people can react the way they did in the story. They can talk about things and come to a conclusion without all the heavy drama. I like the way this story flows and am excited to watch it grow.