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Chapter 21 – TROUBLE
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Once back in the UK and caught up on work and reporting, Bette had promised Tina that she would fly to Philadelphia for a ten days holiday with her girlfriend. Once in America, Bette would conduct some business at the Porter Corporate office as she had on previous visits to the states. But mostly, she would spend her time with Tina and the Kennard family. Plans were made, schedules adjusted, flights arranged, luggage packed and prior promises of connecting more often were coming to fruition.
But then . . . well . . . then they didn’t.
Bette got sick.
Really sick.
A relapse of her recent illness in China that this time landed her in a local hospital for two weeks.
In quarantine.
When Tina found out about the brunette’s hospitalization, she wanted to rush right over and hop on the next flight out from Philadelphia to Heathrow Airport, but Bette forbade it.
Absolutely not.
Emphatically NO!
Bette’s reasoning was that the doctors weren’t sure what was wrong with the Brit. Tests so far hadn’t revealed any true answers. And Bette didn’t want to expose Tina to whatever might be going on with her. At this point, the doctors didn’t know if whatever was causing Bette’s illness was contagious or not. Hence, the quarantine as a precautionary measure.
Even Helena had to don quarantine clothing and a mask and face shield to visit her dear friend. The other Brit communicated with Bette and stood in as the go-between for information. She was in constant contact with Tina to provide updates and messages from Bette. Fortunately, the couple was able to talk on the phone.
In the end, the tests were inconclusive, and the doctors determined that Bette had just run herself too far down even by her own standards.
Steroid injections, antibiotics, a massive dose of vitamins and rest and time off from all obligations were prescribed and ordered.
Even Bette’s father had insisted his stoic daughter take some time off to relax and recover. Bette was openly shocked at his suggestion but reluctantly complied.
As soon as Bette was discharged from the hospital, Tina arranged a quick trip to London and spent an extended weekend with her girlfriend. Ashley had volunteered to come home from college to stay with their mother while Tina was away. She wanted her sister to be guilt free and not worry about their mother while Tina was away looking after Bette. Gina was still not working and was slowly recovering herself from another recent illness.
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Can’t wait to read what happens next!
Looks like Tina’s gonna freak out about seeing Bette!
TK does have a few moments of frayed nerves.
Hope you enjoy.
It seems to me that Bette and Tina have lasted a lot longer then I thought they would. Its been at 3 or 4 years of being together of sorts. That kind of long distance relationship is really difficult particularly when your are in the beginnings of a career and your family obligations are on the increase. By you previous chapters, Bette too will have her own family obligations to bear which will make more demands on her time. And I can certainly see that the stress of a long distance relationship could become simply too much to bear for either of them. So the question becomes – to continue until something resolves itself or give up your own personal dreams, obligations and projects and go be with the other or stop the mayhem and take a break. And in every scenario, either Bette or Tina or both will not be happy. And thing is, to truly have a workable resolution, they need to discuss all the options and agree upon the path forward. My guess is: that will not happen. One or the other will in the emotion of the moment simply call it quits. That will bring us to today…
Thanks for the update… look forward to Bette and Tina meeting at the convention…
Hiya Martha,
Thanks for the thoughtful comment. Lots to consider, discuss, plan & hope for. That’s not at all easy to do when the person you want to plan with is 3,000 miles away.
Lots ‘could’ happen, and I’ve already got it all planned out & some of it written. So, the crisis will be real & life altering for them both & will affect many others as well.
So, enjoy the ride & the calm before things get heated.
Thanks for taking the time to read & comment.
Much appreciated.
Keep well.
I am also looking forward to them seeing each other and see where it leads.
Hey Cathy,
That scene is a few chapters away, but it will be very impactful.
Thanks for following along & supporting the novel.
Tibette rules!!
Hola he esperado con ansias este capítulo pero estoy muy triste porque son muy poquitas páginas y quiero leer más y más de tu historia espero con ansias el siguiente capítulo el reencuentro de bette y tina
Hi Escorpion,
Hola, gracias por tu comentario.
Este capítulo era en realidad mucho más largo, pero lo separé en dos capítulos. Publicaré el próximo capítulo en una semana más o menos. Será rápido ya que sé que mucha gente lo está esperando.
Gracias por seguir leyendo y seguirnos.
¡¡Atentamente!!
Hey Collins,
How are you doing my friend?
My life has been crazy, lost a dear friend two weeks ago .
Good to see a new chapter!
They lasted longer than I expected, long distance relationships are very hard to keep going however much you are loving each other.
Seems that maybe Bette is going to be the one who breaks it up.
Don’t like Tina’s attitude, seeing Bette after such a long time, needing desperately Bette’s help to help her sister and she is all going to act so casually and cool like it’s a business issue? Maybe it’s the right approach but i don’t know…
Bette’s illness, staying in the hospital for two weeks, doctors not finding the cause? Maybe she did work to hard and pushed her body to the limits. It was sweet to see Tina taking care of her.
Look forward to read the next chapter.
Hey Pal,
Sorry to hear about your friend. That’s tough stuff. My condolences.
I hope your life gets back to normal soon.
So, the chapter. As I’ve mentioned to others, this was originally a longer chapter that got shortened because of the subject matter & my little cliffhanger.
The next chapter won’t take so long to post since it’s already written & edited.
I would advise not to be too hard on Tina, she’s a mess emotionally & thinks that being professional will allow her to get through this evening & seeing Bette after all these years.
But that’s all to come very soon. Hope you like it when it’s posted.
Bette’s illness – lots of unanswered questions & will we get to experience it some time again down the line???
Thanks for your support & do take care.
Chat soon.
Okay, I read it through and so many things going on – are they going to make it long term? Hmm.
And those two items in the velvet pouch, betcha they’re going to be Tibette’s rings. But how did Tina get them both?
And the 3 inch ‘fuck me heels – oh wow. Bette will go wild with that visual. Tina’s legs are just as lovely as Bette’s.
Oh, and I loved this – Think, I’ll show the lovely doctor just what’s she’s been missing all these years.’ Go get her Tina!!
I take it that illness Bette had is a fore shadow of something else to come??? Problems or another medical scare?
Well done, Collins. Keeping us on our toes and guessing!
Have a great weekend and thanks for the update.
Hey,
Glad you got the time to read the chapter.
I know – still more questions. But that makes it interesting & you want to come back for those answers!
You can guess what’s in that velvet bag – but how Tina got them is the question that needs to be answered. And, she still has them after all these years. True love!
I’m not a high heel gal, but when I read that the character has on 4 or 5 inch heels, I wonder how in the hell can they walk??? 3 inches for me is good & still sexy too. I did like that.
I’m sure Bette will be thinking about all she’s missed these last years & wanting to kick herself. But that’s all still to come.
I don’t think Bette’s illness was for nothing & I didn’t add it for a one & done. Soooooo…… Irons in the fire for later.
Thanks for your thoughts & happy you liked it.
Have a great weekend.
Oh, believe that I will be coming back for those answers every time.
This is a great story with lots of meat and issues to contemplate.
You are too funny about the high heels – but point taken. The description was great.
So, irons in the fire for later. Sounds like a sure thing.
Can’t wait for more!
Yes, irons in the fire, so be prepared.
Thank s for your encouragement!!
Damn, are they gonna make it? They need to talk to one another and quick.
Not looking good for Tina’s mom. Tina’s got a lot going on and she sure needs Bette to lean on.
Thanks for the update.
Tibette is always endgame!! Don’t fear. But it will be a rocky road to get there.
Next chapter will deal with Bettte & her choices.
Stay cool!
TK is going to knock BP’s socks off when they meet back up. Wow.
Can definitely feel their angst and doubts.
Anxious for what comes next.
I will do my best to make their first meeting after all this time a very good one. Hopefully you will all like & enjoy.
They have a lot tyo talk about, if they have the courage to discuss it.
Thanks for staying with the story.
I would imagine that the difference between in distance and time zones makes it hard for Tina and Bette to maintain a cohesive environment that they can talk easily and about all things. Their primary longing for each other probably takes president over other topics frequently.
I am looking forward to their reunion, no matter how it will play out. Just love them together.
Thanks
Hey Erin,
With the physical distance between them – that has heightened the emotional & mental hurdles they have to endure & confront every day. Relationships are hard enough to maintain with equality for both parties, but add in the distance, personal & professional demands & that places increased pressure on each person.
Reunion coming up!!
Hope you’ll like it.
Like the others that have commented, I’m super curious as to why they broke up, but can see the beginnings of some of the possible reasons. Too much distance, too much family drama for both Bette and Tina. Lack of communication – but that always seems to be their biggest problem in so many stories.
I love the fact that you get inside their heads and make us see what is motivating or not motivating them. Love it all.
Looking forward to how the rest of the remainder of the works out.
Hey Leigh,
Thanks for taking the time to read this update.
I try to dig deep into their thought process as I think it gives them more depth of character instead of the just always saying things. Makes it more interesting for the reader.
We’re getting to the meat of the story & will soon have their reunion & the start of the next phase of their relationship.
Be prepared for drama ahead!!
Love this chapter. Especially the beginning. For sure Tina is a mess preparing to see Bette again after all that time. The low cut dress highlighting all of Tina’s assets plus the 3 inch fuck me heels – she will definitely make a good impression…
What will happen?? I think maybe Bette suggests Tina moves to the UK, Tina doesn’t like that option or that Bette even suggested it leading to more trouble between them – maybe they end up taking a break that leads to them breaking up?? Ah, the drama and the angst. Can’t wait to see how it all unfolds. Such a great story, Collins.
My favorite line – “Years ago, Tina had promised her mother before Gina had died that she would always look after Ashley. She would be her protector if she needed one and her lifeline always. The blonde would do whatever necessary to keep that solemn promise.”
Hey Westy,
FINALLY got your comment posted!! YAY!!
Thank you so much for your efforts to write on this site. Sometimes, comments do get dropped or won’t post – but we got it fixed – that’s what counts.
I was thinking of you when I wrote the bit about TK & how she vowed to always be there for her sister. As I’ve mentioned to you before, I’ve never had a ‘real’ sister – just 3 wonderful brothers instead. But I’ve written TK’ & Ashey’s relationship in a manner in which I think sisters would act & behave in real life.
Yes, you’re correct in lots of drama & angst ahead for our heroines. Some heartache too. But what’s a little drama.
Thanks again for your thoughts & best regards.
Another great chapter. Especially the beginning. For sure Tina is a mess preparing to see Bette again after all that time. The low cut dress highlighting Tina’s assets plus the 3 inch fuck me heels – she will definitely make a good impression on Bette…
What will happen?? I think maybe Bette suggests Tina moves to the UK, Tina doesn’t like that option or that Bette even suggested it leading to more trouble between them. Maybe they take a break that leads to them breaking up?? Ah, the drama and the angst. Can’t wait to see how it all unfolds. Such a great story, Collins.
My favorite lines – “Years ago, Tina had promised her mother before Gina had died that she would always look after Ashley. She would be her protector if she needed one and her lifeline always. The blonde would do whatever necessary to keep that solemn promise.”
Ah, we are getting to the heart of the matter !
Long distance relationship is certainly a difficult situation but I believe there is more to it…I hope Helena doesn’t have a hand in their break up !
We also know that Bette is still suffering the consequences of her illness contracted in China because at the beginning of the story James tells her about it.
I think that Tina is right to take her future meeting with Bette as a business because if she is too emotional, she will lose all her means to express herself correctly, the goal being to find a solution for her sister.
Drama drama drama ! Can’t wait to know more, Don’t be too long please.
Hey Izzie,
As they say, we are getting to the heart of the situation.
Keep that nugget of info about Bette’s recent illness close by – it will come back into play down the line.
We’ll see how professional Tina is able to stay when she meets with Bette & if she can keep those emotions in check.
Yes, yes, yes lots of drama coming up. Get ready!!