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The Fast and Fevered Fall – Chapter Two
The dinner passed in a blur for Tina. She felt herself revealing more to Bette over the course of two hours than she had done in months with Eric. There was something about this woman that made her feel free. Maybe it was her confidence or the way she seemed to tune out the rest of the table to concentrate on exactly what Tina had to say and even when Tina felt like she was saying something stupid about the art that Bette had collected there was no judgement, just an encouragement to fully vocalise her opinions. They laughed about the smallest things, like it was there own private joke and to let the rest of the world in would ruin it for the two of them. For the first time Tina felt no doubt, and this unnerved her.
When dinner ended Eric came round to Tina’s side of the table. He sat down in the seat that had been vacated by Bette as she had to see some of her guests out. He looked at Tina and tried to read the look of her face, there was something there that he had never seen before. A happiness that ran deep within her. He could only imagine what had caused that.
“You looked like you were having a good time.”
“Bette’s a fascinating woman, and very knowledgeable about her subject.”
“That she is and I gave her your number so that you can arrange another visit here when you want. Was that OK?” agreed Eric.
“Yes, that’s great. It would be good to come back in more informal circumstances. If it’s OK with you I think I might like to leave now. I have an early start in the morning so I don’t want to be too late to bed.”
“Stay with me tonight.”
“I shouldn’t Eric. My place is closer to the studio and I don’t want to be late.”
“If you’re sure?”
“Yes, I’m sure.”
As Tina and Eric got up from the table Bette approached them. There was a look on her face that Tina was sure was disappointment. Tina wanted to stay here, talk some more with Bette but knew that it wasn’t right. Not while Eric was here. She comforted herself with the idea that she now knew where Bette Porter worked and as it was a public gallery she was free to come back any time that she wanted. They said their goodbyes that indeed ended with an invitation to visit soon. Tina thought to herself that it was going to be sooner than Bette ever could anticipate.
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I think every other interpretation I’ve read of their beginning had me hating Eric. Honestly, for once it’s kinda nice to just seem him as a nice guy who gets kinda screwed over. So realistic. Need I mention, great as always?
How can you not love the story of the first meeting. Is Tina telling someone the story, or are just visiting the events that brought her to where she is now?
Eric was the complete gentleman in this. This is one of the best geginning I have read. thanks for posting.
I absolutely agree with azmama’s comment. Just when i think that all the B & T beginning stories have been done, along comes this story. Wonderfully written ! PPS.
Oh how Tina’s life changed. Thank you for a wonderful story. I hope that Eric stays a gentleman even when T breaks up with him.
Gotta agree with the others this is one of the best beginnings I’ve read. Can’t wait to read about the journey to the melancholy of Chapter 1. Thanks!
I loved this chapter of how B&T met. What bothers me though is Tina now realizing that she has lost the most important thing in her life and she has hit rock bottom (coming from reading the first chapter)? And is there any chance of Bette and Tina talking out all of their problems and starting over?
keep it up. that was a great beginning. thanks.
I am gonna sit back and simply enjoy this ride….AMAZING!
Ahh love B&Ts beginning and can’t wait to see more!!!!!!!!!
Ooooh and I’m on top! LOL
lol@Jo! Wow. Now I’m REALLY curious about the first chapter and who the bartender is.
Wow, the best earring scene I’ve ever read! You had me liking Eric for a split second! Glad that didn’t last! So are we going to recall everything up to the point of Tina in the bar?? Hope so. Great story mate!
CG…This is so good. The talent and imagination that one can find in this group of fanfic writers never ceases to amaze me. When I think how can another B & T beginning be novel, along comes your story. How delicious!
oh wow, we’re going through flashbacks…so bette is not the bartender…damn LOL i hope this story also has a happy ending for tibette
ok, continue from there…forget the whole bar, tears etc…keep writing from there, pls…Your writing just sucks me in, grabs me and won’t let go…
Nice!I had a momentary brain fart when I thought the bartender was Eric, but then I realized “wait the bartender was a woman”!lol You write so well and Jobadge is right one of the best earring scene! Thanks and Post soon!
Amazing CG. Now I’m really,really,intruiged with this story. I really need to know how Tina got in that state she was in last chapter. Please post as soon as possible.
one of the best B&T beginning scenes that i’ve read. thanks for this!
Wow! Amazing writing!
WOW!!!! Great Chapter!!!
hell I thought how did Eric suddenly get here…duh!!!…Hmmm I don’t know if I can go thru all that pain and loss of the beauty that was B & T again!!!
I agree with what they all said. Your stories are always amazing and this looks to be also. Thanks for takin the time.