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The Fast and Fevered Fall – Chapter Twenty Six
“How did you get there so quickly?” asked Tina, confused by how Bette had just appeared.
“I think you were sat on the edge of the bed a little longer than you thought.”
“I must have been because I didn’t even hear you come in.”
“I presumed that you would still be asleep so I used stealth like tactics to enter my own house.” smiled Bette, thinking that some levity might be in order this morning.
“It will probably hurt if I laugh.” replied Tina, appreciating Bette’s effort.
“You mean it will probably hurt more if you laugh.”
“On second thoughts, I don’t think that it can hurt more.”
“Which part hurts the most?” asked Bette, still feeling the same level of concern that she felt the previous night.
“Well let’s think. It’s a battle between my head, my throat, my hand, thank you for bandaging it by the way, or my heart.”
“I might have a remedy for you head and your throat.”
“Yeah?” asked Tina, unconvinced.
“Come with me into the kitchen and I will show you.”
Bette dropped her hold of Tina, and took her hand to lead her out of the bedroom. Tina shuffled along behind her, not sure where to look. She wanted to look where she was going but her eyes were constantly drawn to her hand enclosed in Bette’s. She tried to remember if Bette’s had held her hand last night, she tried to dredge up the memories, but these days some of what happened the night before got lost in the haze.
“Sit down at the table and I will bring it out to you.” said Bette, letting go of Tina’s hand so that they could go in separate directions.
“OK, but shouldn’t you be at work.” replied Tina, remembering the time.
“I took the morning off. They can cope without me for a few hours.” shouted Bette from the kitchen.
“You took the morning off, why?”
“To spend some time with you, to talk, if you want to.”
“I think that I’d like to spend the morning with you.” smiled Tina, amazed at Bette’s patience and attention.
“That’s good because you’re kind of stuck with me now.”
Bette reappeared with a bag of pastries and, what Tina presumed to be coffee from The Planet. She also saw that Bette had some painkillers in her hand. She had to smile at Bette’s readiness for anything.
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gosh i feel all mushy……i love this fic……i just wish this could be Bette and Tina on the show!!!
you write sad so well – I am always moved by your mature and caring Bette.
That was sad but can’t wait to see the happy ending!!!!!!!!!!
That was really sad. But Bette was right, they weren’t in a place where they could have even attempted to get back together. It’s just a shame that it took Tina so long to start getting herself together. Once again, good chapter, citygirl.
I read the first line and was like, “WHOAAAAAAAAAA!” Then realized it was a flashback and was like, “Damn!”
So bittersweet and addictive…
this is flashback i hope and your comment about happy ending scared me a little…i’m gonna resort to begging: please, please give us happy tibette ending
I have to remember the flashbacks…lol…I love them but I get caught up and I’m like they are talking …yeah…then I realize she still left for 2 years…sigh. Why are you toying with our emotions…not telling you how to write but please have a happy ending in there somewhere. They belong together as a family. They love each other.
So why did Tina take the wrong turn at this point when Bette admitted that she’d never love another like she had Tina and did not rule out a future together for them? This story is enough to drive me to drink.
That just rips at my heart…tks for posting
Hey Citygirl! I’m loving this story. You do a fantastic job of blending the memories with the present. Although i admit it usually takes me a moment to realize which is which LOL. And you’re right if it was anyone but you..i would think…happy ending…but that’s ok…you always do a great job. Can’t wait for more. OH by the way..is this the fic you were telling me about at the convention?
That was a great update City. A sad chapter. Thanks! I know you would give a happy ending for us B&T fans! :) So then tomorrow it is! the 7th!
Another Great Chapter. Bette was right to tell Tina it was not the right time for them. But maybe soon one can hope. Thanks PPS
Wow! That was such a strong chapter. Thanks!
… god, the heartache of this story… It’s so painful but still I want more. Damn, what’s that all about?! LOL…
This is a love to hate story for me, its so sad…BUT I am hanging out for a happy ending!!!!
great as usual. thanks for the update and looking forward to reading more soon.
That was a sad and also a happy chapter. Tina knows that she is wrong or was, Bette is just the sweet lovealbe Bette with Tina thanks
As always great chappy!PPS
Wow, you draw me in every time. You know it’s bad when Bette is too worried to be pissed off at how self destructive Tina is being and it only got worse for Tina. Love the back and forth, keeping us on the edge of our seats waiting for more.
CityGal, That was tragic as both Bette and Tina realized what their stupidity and self-denial had cost them and those they profess to love. Hopefully this act will be cathartic and let them begin again. Brilliant emotional writing. Thank you for this moving and magnificent melodrama. Your Loyal Fan.
Happy or sad…we will read. I am, of course, pulling for the happy version.