Bette do you really think I would have come all the way to New York to rub my new relationship in your face?  Do you think Im that vindictive?

Bette and Tina stood facing each other both not knowing what to say.  This conversation had more ups and downs than a roller coaster and both women didnt know what to make of it.  Tina was upset that Bette was being so standoffish with her news and she didnt know how to take Bettes reaction.  On the other hand, Bette was upset that Tina waltzed back into her life thinking they could pick up where they left off. 

Look Tina.  Im sorryyes I am happyIm very happyIm just surprisedlook Tina I want more than anything to regain what we hadbut I think we should take things slowly

Bette

Tina not because Im not sure of what I wantmore because I think it would be good for ustake it slowone day at a time right?

Bette smiled at Tina with her trademark make-you-melt smile and Tina felt her resolve wearing thin.  She knew she could trust Bette and she wanted to just say yes and go with it, but part of her said something didnt feel right.  Even though she knew she was surprising Betteshe thought Bette would be a little bit happier about her news.  But she also knew that if things were reversed she would probably have the same reaction that Bette was having so she let go of her initial worries.  Instead she returned the smile to Bette and took her hand.

One day at a timesounds like a great idea.

Bette winked at Tina and pulled her close.  She didnt lean in for a kiss like she normally would have, but instead she put her arms around Tina to continue their dance.  She knew the next step in their reconciliation would be rough and she hoped that Tina really understands why she wanted to take things slowly.  More than anything this was the one thing in her life she didnt want to mess up a second time and this thought scared her more than anything.  Tina could see the conflicting emotions on Bettes face but she also knew that Bette meant what she said.  She wanted to work on this but to do it slowly so that they could be totally sure of everything that was going on.  These two ladies didnt know what the future held but one thing was for sure.  One day at a time might be the best thing for them, but for right now, they at least had tonight.