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The Roommates – 2nd Dimension: Chapter 48
It was the arrival of that master-less succulent duck that seemed to break Bette’s trance and send her springing back to life.
“Oh my God”, she whispered.
Damon rubbed her shoulder. “Calm down. It’ll be okay.”, he said, his words lacking the volition he’d hoped to inspire.
“No, no it won’t. What have I done? I have to fix this.”
The words tumbled out of Damon’s mouth before he could stop them. “How you gonna fix this? It is what it is.”
“No. I have to fix it. I’ll just apologize.”
“But Bette, you’ll still be gay.”
“I know. But maybe he just didn’t understand. He’s my father, Damon. He still has to love me. Right? Doesn’t he still have to love me?”, she asked.
Damon’s response was a questioning glance.
Bette wrung her hands, tears still slipping from her eyes. “I’m sure if I explain it again, he’ll understand. I’ve got to go home. I’ve got to go talk to him.”
Damon shook his head. “Bette, I don’t think that’s a good idea. I think you should give him some time to calm down.”
“No. I have to talk to him. He’s my Dad, Damon.”
Damon knew that Bette’s words would be lost on the man that had given her life. But he understand the desperateness in her big brown eyes. She needed to believe that all was not lost. She needed to believe that there was hope. That the man who created the foundation of her world, would not turn his back on his youngest child.
And so, the valiant young ball player did the only thing he could do: Protect Bette in the best way he could. He summoned Jean Pierre to bring the check and paid the bill with his father’s credit card. When that was done, he gently guided his date to the red-jacketed valet and slid in behind the driver’s seat when the black BMW finally made its appearance.
When he asked Bette for the directions to San Diego, she snapped out of her helplessness and in true Bette Porter fashion, took control of her destiny.
“No. You’re not driving me. Let’s drop you off and then I’ll head on down myself.”
“Bette, it’s no trouble. I really don’t like you going alone.”
“I’m an adult. I make my own decisions.”
“True. Very true. But you’re not thinking clearly right now. How about you just let me drive you?”
“Damon. I have to do this. I have to do this on my terms. I’ve already inconvenienced you enough.”
“Bette, hold up. We’re friends. Don’t think like that. I told you, I’ll always have your back.”
“Thank you. I really appreciate that. But right now, I have to fight this battle on my own.”
“And what about Tina? Maybe you should call her. She can ride with you.”
“No. I don’t want Tina to know. I don’t want my father to know about her. I don’t want to expose her to this.”
“Bette, come on. You need to let someone in here.”
“Damon, don’t give me that sensitive crap. I know what I’m doing.”, said Bette. And with that, she hopped out of the car and forced a begrudging Damon into the passenger seat.
In moments, they were speeding back toward campus, silence filling the luxury sedan. Bette’s mind was working overtime; filled with bits and pieces of speeches and discussion points that could get Melvin to accept her as she was.
Damon sighed to himself and slumped down into his seat. It felt like the Lawrence-family D-Day all over again.
He’d been just as helpless then, too.
And as he watched Bette pull off into the darkness of night, he sent up a silent prayer that this time, the outcome would be different.
TBC (To Be Continued)
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Bravo! That’s excellent and so real. Thanks.
You’re back with a vengeance here. Excellent job!!
Great chapter. Looking forward to more.
Melvin sucks!. Great chapter though. Post soon.
Damn this is awesome and feel bad for Bette and now drama coming and let see what’s next, thanks!
That was intense. Melvin is truly a hyprocite. Damon was being a true friend…Bette had to stand up to Melvin. Just hope she would have told Tina. This is a battle she could use support with…and Tina could have provided that for her. Thanks for posting, please post soon.
Damon Rocks! I love him so much and if you decide to spin off another stry it should totally be about him. Could Bette ask for a better friend? I think not! So Melvin is a jerk, what else is new. I think Bette is in for some serious disappointment when she makes it back down to San Diego to confront her dad. Thanks for posting and do it again real soon b/c this story is just grrrrrrreat!
Still enjoying this great story, along with all the drama. Great to have you back.
I was happy to see you back and wasn’t expecting such intensely powerful drama. Melvin has never accepted Bette for who she was. Damon is a great friend and protector. This has always been one of my favorite stories.
Brilliant! It’s very good to have you back and writing. Happy New Year!
wow! i wasn’t expecting this scenario yet. thanks and please post soon.
did you give up on B&T ?I’ve read your story from the beginning and I miss it :-( Hope everything’s ok with you, it would be nice if you decide to post again, everyone over here would thrill, really, please continue your story ;-)
I’ve spent the last week or so reading up on “The Roommates” and the sequel but has hit a pause in this story. Please allow me to say that I love the journey you’re creating for Baby Bette & Tiny Tina. Hope all’s well in your world and it’s only real life getting in the way of this wonderful fanfic. Looking forward to reading how Bette will deal with her recent revelations…and how it’ll affect her relationship with Tina.
I’m dying to know how this scene wraps up; please don’t say you’ve decided to stop writing. Hopefully you’ve just been busy. Please post soon!
First of all, thank you sooo much for posting. I look for your story every day so what a treat to log on and find an update tonight. Secondly, I hate that Bette is running after Melvin! She has absolutely nothing to apologize for. If anyone should be apologizing it should be Melvin. I really think she needs to let Tina in on this. Bette tries to be so strong but deep down she needs support and who better to give her that support than Tina. Please post again soon!
Holy shit. I know this isn’t real, but this conversation has happened and will continue to happen. I think sometimes I get so wrapped up in my “coming out” that I forget how easy I have it compared to this. I wonder if Damon will tell Tina. I know Bette doesn’t want Tina to be exposed, but Tina needs to be prepared in the event Melvin does pull Bette outta school and Bette can’t find a way to pay for it on her own. Now I can see why this chapter was so long. It had to be for all the intensity and realism to be present.
Talk about your family drama!!!!
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!OMG OMGOMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Melvin Porter IS the biggest asshole! *lol* MTS, this chapter was fabulous.
Now that’s what I call coming out with a bang. We all know how important Bette’s father is to her so this is going to only get worse I suspect. But I thrust in you as a writer to take us where ever the road leads you.
That was truly excellent, very intense and so real….one hell of a chapter. You’re one of the best writers on this side and that really says a lot :o)) I can’t help being drawn into the world you’re creating and I’m loving every minute of it……so please post more often. THANK YOU AND HAPPY NEW YEAR….
Happy New Year!!! I was pleasantly surprised to see another installment to one of my favorite stories. I see trouble ahead. Bette should let Tina in on this!!!
:@ damn melvin!! :( he always has to screw things up! great to see u around :) hope u can post again soon :D
hey MTS you are back!!! great chapter, bring on the family drama. I think Tina will be upset that Bette is going through this w/o her. post soon please. I missed your story.
Rutro. . .
hey MTS you are back!!! great chapter, bring on the family drama. I think Tina will be upset that Bette is going through this w/o her. post soon please. I missed your story.
well melvin again proved that he is a first class ass hole… you have been deeply missed and i am glad you came back… and with a vengence… loved this story from day 1… please continue
Wow, I wasn’t expecting that to come out of the dinner. I hope Bette truely knows what she is doing because it is going to be a very long battle. I hope that Melvin can find it in his stone cold heart to accept his daughter. Post again.
well worth the wait, ta. When’s the next one? Hope you enjoyed yourself over the festiie period, all the best for the upcoming year.
Intense! I loved it!
wow, talking about drama…post soon
Always great to see you post mts!!!
This is what was missing from the show, some background.
Speechless…I wasn’t expecting “this” yet
Wooo your back this has always been one of my favourite stories. I hope Damien goes and tells Tina and Tina follows Bette to help her please please please please post soon
I’ve been an avid reader of this story since I first joined this site….I don’t comment much but your story is truly a wonderful treasure. It captured my attention from the beginning and still does even now. This chapter was a surprise, but was a huge stepping stone in the story…kudos to you for continuing to write such an absorbing story and for keeping it so real.
I’m so happy you’ve posted this wonderful chapter. I LOVE this story, it’s in my top three favorite stories. Can’t wait to find out what will happen next, poor Bette…
Thanks for posting another chapter… Great Story… .if you can post again soon… love this spin on the girls!!!
MTS,I have just caught up with the last two chapters.And WOW! you have completely blown me away.I am shell-shocked.Given the tenacity and sheer viciousness of Melvin’s assault on Damon, I did have an onminous feeling that Bette was coming out to her father.And these scenes were wonderfully written with crisp and cutting dialogue to capture the true emotions of the moment.Finally Bette has released herself from the shackles of denial and fear however why didn’t she have resolve to tell the whole truth? Using Sidney as a defense was unnecessary and I’m sure will only end in tears.You described the pain and angst that finally pushed Bette into telling all perfectly. This is your talent and makes this story so special.Bette’s determination and stubbornness came through in her single-mindedness to face her father to clear the air and rebuild her shattered relationship.Damon was such a sweetie in trying to defend Bette and encourage her to let sleeping dogs lie and the dust to settle before charging in where angels fear to tread.Now you have to post soon.Please.Your Loyal Fan
melvin so sucks, believable male hypocrite