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Reunion
Story written on December 4, 2012 by justkeepswimming.
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"I won’t be long," Tina promised. "We can decide what we want for dinner when I get back. There’s a message for you."
"Who’s it from?"
"I think I’ll just let you listen to the message," Tina replied. She closed the door and made her way down to street level, laptop under one arm, to embark on the evening’s impromptu activity.
Her curiosity piqued, Bette abandoned her usual post shower routine and simply pulled on her robe to go into the other room. She immediately moved over to the answering machine and pressed play.
As the words penetrated her consciousness, she quickly realized why Tina felt compelled to leave. It was her way of controlling her emotions when they threatened to control her. Theirs was a relationship in its infancy. Routine was still hard to come by. But Bette had noticed that the only time Tina avoided conversation was when she felt as though she had to release stress first. There had never been any mention of Tina’s inclination to go into her shell to process something. But it was clear to Bette. This message was the reason Tina wasn’t going to be able to concentrate here. She had made a literal and figurative escape.
Bette put on some clothes, unloaded the dishwasher, and poured two large glasses of water, hopeful of Tina’s expeditious return. While waiting, she busied herself by searching for possible ingredients to make dinner. As usual though, her efforts were only met with frustration. It was always so much easier to pick from a menu. She knew that only about 10 minutes had passed – Tina would have barely reached her destination – but Bette’s fingers tapped on the table rhythmically with the hope and expectation it would speed time along.
Finally, she broke. She picked up her cell to text Tina.
Bette: ‘Can I meet you there? I think we should talk.’
She waited the few minutes it took for a reply.
Tina: ‘I’m on my way back. Too crowded here tonight.’
Bette heard the front door open a few minutes later. She took the water and met Tina in the hallway, offering one glass to her.
"Thanks," Tina responded as she took the water, and took a few sips. "I’m going to go shower. I got a bit of a chill myself."
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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.