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Say Nothing Chapter 17
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“Shall we?” Bette reached for her cell phone. She dials Alice.
“Porter, it’s a bit early for you isn’t it?”
“Good morning to you Alice. I’ll have you know that I have been awake for a little while.”
“Uh huh, but you gotta’ roll out of that bed at some point.”
“Well, I called you about the exclusive we discussed yesterday not my sleeping habits.”
“Let’s discuss Sapphic sisters sleeping situations, news at 11:00. I can see the headlines now.”
“The answer is no Alice, how many languages would you like to hear that in?
“One’s fine.”
“So we were hoping to get together with you possibly today to get this interview done and participate in this stories evolution.” Bette was trying to find a kind way of saying she wanted to control what was written.
“I’m the writer Bette. You do what you do and I will do my thaaaang……”
“Alice …….”
“Bette……..”
“3:00……..”
“See you then. Bye!” With that the call went dead and Bette could only imagine the antics going on in Alice’s apartment.
“Ok, she will be here at 3:00. We will only share what we want published. She is a wonderfully creative writer but she is also a reporter and is adept at asking questions and inserting answers where none were given.”
Tina held her hands up in surrender, “I will let you handle all of this. You know better than anyone what needs to be published.” Tina winked at Bette.
The afternoon spilled into evening as Tina, Bette and Alice worked out the details of what would be published in the magazine, the announcement on Alice’s radio show, what would be on the gallery website and the press release that Bette would do.
“Well, I think I have my marching orders.” Alice was well pleased with this opportunity. “I’ve got a story to write. I think I will leave you ladies to do what you do best.” Alice hugged Bette and extended her hand to shake Tina’s, when, Tina stood and wrapped her arms around Alice and hugged her like an old friend.
“Thanks Alice for everything. I feel really comfortable with this story in your hands.”
With those words, Alice made her exit and Bette and Tina were alone.
“Should I stay at the hotel tonight?” Tina did not make eye contact with Bette. She picked at an imaginary piece of lent on her shorts.
“Do you want to?” Bette didn’t make eye contact either.
“I didn’t say that I wanted to. I asked if I should.”
“You only should if you want to.”
Sitting down on the couch next to Tina, Bette gently cupped Tina’s chin in her hand. “You can stay with me as long as you like. I am happy that you are here. But, I don’t want you to think that you have to stay with me if you need some space.”
“I’ll have more space than I want soon enough. I would like to be here with you. I also know that you have a gallery to run and although James is wonderful, he would probably rather see you tomorrow than to just hear your voice on the other end of the phone 15 times.”
“I know.” Bette’s head dropped a bit. Sometimes it’s no fun being a grownup. I really have a lot to do between now and the exhibit.”
“Giselle and I have a lot to do as well. When does the magazine come out?
“A week from Wednesday.”
“Maybe Giselle and I should go home for a couple of days. Believe it or not, I was only prepared to stay for 3 or 4 days. I wasn’t sure how this would go.” Tina smile up at Bette who’s eyes told her how exceedingly well it had gone.
Bette lovingly placed her hand on the side of Tina’s face. “If you need to go home for a few days, I’ll be here when you get back. I’m not going anywhere.”
“Promise?”
Bette took her index finger and made an X motion over her chest. “Cross my heart.”
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Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. I am sure things will go well with your Dad.
So glad they talked. Did Bette miss the part where Tina said she would move?. Loving this.
Woohoo! Happy US Thanksgiving to you too! Enjoy your turkey and stuffing..oh, that’s making me hungry. Thanks for a great update. And wow – another update in 2 or 3 days…my heart is doing a happy dance : )
Oh sweet! That was a great chapter…I was dreading the part when Tina had to leave…well, at least they have come to an agreement about having a relationship…long-distance…hmmm..this could really get interesting! Thanks for posting. All the best to you and ChaCha.
I hope you take your GF’s advice and continue on with this story. It is lovely. Hope your feeling better soon
I hope all goes well for you and i hope you have a wonderful Holiday!! this was another fantastic chapter, very warm and intimate! PPS :)
great update, watching them fall in love “so cute”
Did Bette not understand that Tina said she would move to LA???? Know that every thing will go great for you,ChaCha and you Dad on Sat. Just enjoy the fact that your and Your G/F family will be together on this day of thanks thanks
Oooh I just love how this is shaping up. New love is oh so sweet. PS
I hope your ‘bad news’ isn’t too awful..best wishes for your family thanksgiving. Love the story, glad to see they’ve agreed on a relationship of some kind or other. I imagine their love will take care of that!
I hope that your time with your family goes well. Enjoy that special time with them. I am excited that Bette and Tina have decided to continue this relationship whether long distance of in the same house.
Hope everything works out fine for you, sweetie. As for this update, it was enchanting, dearest DJRK. Tina is really finding the right way to relax Bette and give the exhibit a good perspective. Now that both have agreed to the path they shall take, they are more at ease with each other and able to express more their true feeling. Hugs and kisses on both your cheeks. Give our best to your beautiful half ChaCha. She’s a real keeper. PPS Lucero & Marsha (JC’s Salsa Aunties)
That was great and like it. Glad they talk and work thing out!
simply wonderful! hope you and ChaCha have a wonderful time with family. looking forward to the next update!
Thanks so much for another chapter. Your Tina is unravelling control freak Bette and it is wonderful
wow, another great chapter… u really didn’t disappoint us… and pps…:)
I absolutely love this story. I am so glad that your partner gave you some new ideas, so it can continue for awhile. Enjoy your Thanksgiving and your time with your father. I took care of my mother who had alzheimer’s for over seven years. Although, it was a daily experience, I was happy that I could be there for her.
watching them part will be torture…make the time go by fast please. i think bette feels if tina moves she will lose some of what makes her the “tina kenard” and the love of art in her will not let her agree to tina giving up her creativity.
Everything’s working out very nicely. I wonder how long it will be until one or the other moves their life halfway across the world? Hope your visit and the dinner go well. Lovely chapter, thanks for posting, djrk.
I love this story and I love Thanksgiving…it is probably my favorite holiday. Food, Family, Friends and Football. What more could we ask for? Oh…and update to this story! So glad you are going to continue it..and I hope you both have a wonderful time with your families.
Finally – they really talked. And with what a wonderful outcome! hope they stay strong through all the exibit craziness and their time apart! Looking forward to your next post! have a good week!! Thanks.
Thanks again for another beautiful chapter of your story – I really enjoy B&T communication. Hope they’ll be able to create strong relationship.. My best wishes for you, let all your problems and worries disappear.
Well ive read some f this story but its been so long i had to start all the way from the beginning i mean i dont mind i have thoroughly enjoyed this i wonder what wil happen with Alice and the interview?PPVS great work keep it up.
YEY! I am ever so happy. Bette was crushed by Tina’s masterful smile.. now on with the relationship!
That was so beautiful. Happy Thanksgiving!!! Have a great visit with your family. Thank you
all the best for your family get together. I loveeeeeeeeeee this story. PPS