Helena is actually quite beautiful, she finally said, trying for an observation rather than implying the unconscious concern that rested deep within her.

She is attractive but Tina was at a loss for what she wanted to say. I just get a bad vibe from her and I dont know whyI know that seems flaky to put it that way. Theres just something about her that makes me uncomfortable.

They were approaching their house as the conversation continued.

Bette let out a sigh.

Im so glad to hear you say that, she said.

Youre so glad to Bette were you jealous of her? Tina finally finished her question and couldnt help it when the corners of her mouth lifted into a smile as the words left her. Oh my God, Bette youre jealous of her! Tina was elated at the revelation.

They pulled into the driveway as Bette protested Tinas discovery.

Im not jealous, its just that shes very in your face and I wouldnt want to think that you would be interested in someone like that, because what would that say about me if that was the type of person youre attracted to

Hah! the lady doth protest too much methinks, Tina put on a serious face to deliver the quote she knew would stop Bette in her tracks. Then she broke into a fit of giggles as she danced up their front steps.

My girlfriends jealousmy girlfriends jealous Tina sang her way up the steps with Bette rolling her eyes as she followed her up.

Bette opened the front door with Tina continuing to hum along to her just invented jealousy song.

How did this turn from my being mad at you to your singing the praises of my jealousy? Bette asked after they had both entered the house.

Its just that I dont recall that youve ever been jealous of anyone before, Tina still had the grin on her face, and recognized she may have dodged the bullet of Bettes anger when she discovered why she appeared to be so upset. I kinda like it Tina finished as she left Bette to enter their bedroom.

Bette locked the front door and extinguished the lights before following to prepare for bed.

Im still annoyed that you made this decision without our having had a chance to discuss it. Bette said as she entered the room.

I know, and if I could turn back time, I would have taken the time to hear your point of viewbut you have to admit, I have never gotten respect from your father before tonight. Tina responded.

Bette smiled widely.

He was so proud of everything tonight wasnt he? she conceded silently that he had often been tough on Tina in the past, and that he would not have looked kindly upon Bette being their sole source of income. Provocations, your movie deal and, Bette walked over to the side of the bed where Tina was standing, our little one in there. She patted Tinas tummy as she spoke.

At least we have something to talk to Foxworthy about next time, Tina attempted to joke about what she now clearly regarded as a gross error in judgement in not discussing her plans with Bette before making a commitment.

Bette smiled in agreement and then spoke. Its been a long day, she began. Lets get some sleep.

Tina brushed her teeth, pondering her luck that Melvin had been so positive about what was happening with her career. Bette changed into a tank top and pyjama bottoms, thankful neither one of them was going to bed angry.