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Vulnerability
“Tee, Baby. Hush. You didn’t miss anything. I was not an easy patient. I didn’t listen, I forged ahead, Sweetheart… I didn’t always tell you when it hurt. I’m sorry. Please don’t blame yourself.”
Swallowing but not answering, Tina stood to reach around and undo the back clasp of Bette’s bra, guiding it off her wife’s arms carefully to join the rest of her clothes. Wordlessly taking Bette’s hand, Tina led her to the tub and waited as the brunette settled in the bubbles, groaning as the heat enveloped her.
Following Tina with her eyes, Bette watched as the blonde fussed with nearby towels, lit candles then brewed some tea, adding powder from one of her many pouches. When she approached the tub with the large earthen mug of tea, Bette asked her to sit nearby on the stool and Tina handed the mug over before lowering herself to sit.
“That has some pain medication in it. The honey should help with the taste.”
Bette nodded, blowing on the heat. It was quiet, the only sound the creaking of the wood from the ship as it stopped for the night, Shane having ordered a break from sailing. The heat of the water felt good on Bette’s side, soothing not only her injury but also her mind, and the tea added even more comfort, leaving Bette feeling tired, almost weepy. When it was empty, her cup fit on the ledge next to the tub so Bette could try and lean forward, the sound of the water making Tina look up, their eyes meeting.
“Sit still, Babe…”
“It’s not your fault, Tee.”
“Oh, Honey…”
“It’s not your fault…”
“I am supposed to be a healer. But I didn’t make sure your treatment was completed… that’s a basic tenet of patient care.”
“Today was an accident. And I am ok.”
“You are far from ok. Let’s be real, Honey. We are right now sailing into battle. You can’t trust over half of the royal fleet captains and even less of their crewmembers. And this injury? You have to take the time necessary to let it heal, time you probably don’t have.”
“How long?”
“A month, at a minimum… two would be ideal, three perfect. That means no more sword fighting during that time. No climbing ropes or lifting anything heavier than Ella…and not on your injured side. I mean it, this is serious.”
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I am so glad to see a new chapter of this wonderful tale. I am only midway through but had to stop and comment that I think most if not all of us are still riding the waves with our valiant captain. I will comment further when I finish the chapter.
YAY! Nice to hear you are still riding the waves… looking forward to your thoughts….
BK
Ah, the plot thickens. It seems that the rascal has not only signed his own death warrant but the boy king also. Bette will not sit still while he harms anyone she loves. Bette may not know the whole story, but I feel like someone who is now loyal to her in the king’s fleet will not take lightly the treachery that is afoot.
The plot thickens… truer words were never spoken… thanks for reading and taking the time to comment!
Hey BK,
What a lovely surprise to see a new update!
Hope you are doing well and enjoyed your vacation.
I am not sure when i have the time to read it, i am already way behind with reading all the updates from the last two weeks. Maybe this weekend but certainly somewhere next week or weekend.
Take care my friend!
BiBi – so nice to hear from you my friend! I feel like we are so incredibly busy right now – I can’t believe it is mid September already! Hope you were able to get some time off to unplug and rest. Now that the weather is getting cooler might be time for a long weekend away… take care!
BK
Hey BK,
Time is flying away from me. I have a lot going on in my life at the moment and a lot of worry about a few friends battling with illness and my father who has another surgery next Tuesday, and still busy work days, I certainly can use a long weekend away to relax. But i have to settle with reading FF and that always relax me and gives me the opportunity to escape the real world for a moment.
And what a pleasure to read your story, i am still on board at the Captain’s ship!
But you always leave me worrying about Captain Bette, Healer Tina and their children. If i could i would jump on the Ship to help and protect them from the traitor and the stupid childless King Boy. But sadly i have to be there in spirit with them.
Please promise me you keep them safe and healthy, no more capturing, being held prison or wounded. And with the help of the Poisoner and The Healer the Captain will win this battle.
Take care my friend and I hope you are able to have a long weekend away!
Totally believing for recovery of your Pops and your friends battling sickness. Take as much time as you need, and let otherloved one’s care for U.
Agree with U most heartedly about “NO more being captured, held prisoner or wounded!! It’s time for our Captain, Healer, and faithful crew to kick butt!!!
Still reading, love your stories. Can’t wait to read what Carmen and Tina have planned.
Thank you for letting me know, Cathy! Glad you have enjoyed this story!
How I love to sail the Seas with these wonderful characters!
Thanks for a wonderful Chapter, already wanting more but I will be patient.
SG
thank you SG, hope all is well!
Getting there thank you, hope things are okay with you.
SG
So glad to hear you are getting there! all well here just busy :)
Thank you for updating this wonderful story! Actually, my current favorite by my favorite author. I have missed it!!! I love your writing, BK. When I read your stories, it is like watching a movie in my mind, such excellent descriptive writing. Trust that I will eagerly follow wherever you go, as long as our beloved Tibette remains safe. You had me worried a little bit with the crows nest incident. Golly, our poor heroine needs to heal yet again. As a doctor, I was empathizing with Tina about patient compliance. Even so, she shouldn’t feel that her healing efforts were incomplete. After all, x-rays are still many years away(1895)! As well as other diagnostic means. Her knowledge is admirable. Too bad, ice wasn’t readily available. Thank goodness that Bette has her equally heroic “bestie” Shane by her side! Please keep her safe too! Can hardly wait for the next chapter! Great work, my friend. Now, I’m off in search of another BK story to dive into, or reread. Happy writing! Dr A
Dr. A! Yes, poor Bette has taken a beating in this story – I needed her to be a little off her mark so others can think there is a crack in her defenses… hahah we all know how that will turn out!
Funny you mention the time line for x-rays… I actually tried to google when ice was used as a remedy and it seems there is still some time to go before doctors stopped trying to sweat out their patients and used ice to decrease swelling. And like you said, Bette isn’t the most compliant of patients, even if this go around she is promising to try and do better!
Thanks for commenting… always appreciate your insight and enouragement!
bk
DrA,
Gosh I admire your literary skills in this comment. Folks like U speak our truth so well. HeHeHe!!!
Made my day to se this new chapter posted!
I almost posted comments after reading the first page I was so moved. BK, such beautiful writing.
I was holding my breath after Bette slipped on the rope. For sure Tina would blame herself for Bette not completely being healed. As always I love how you write Bette & Tina. I love their flirty banter – “Don’t use that sexy voice with me” ….”So bossy. It turns me on”
And my favorite line – “Long enough for Bette to feel held, treasured and for Tina to marinate in the strength and tenderness of her Captain”
Can’t wait to see what comes next – does the King reach Bette’s mother first? what of the Rascal? And the poisoner and the healer – will they become the heroes of this great story?
I love this story! Thanks BK for another great chapter.
Westywest – so nice to hear from you! Glad you enjoyed this chapter. There are some lingering questions and tbh I don’t plan these stories… I just start writing – and deleting – and revising and then writing again. It’s a tedious process lol. You bring up good points – who reaches Bette’s mom first? Who will be the heros and what is the endgame for the rascal… lots to ponder fo sho…
Thanks for always commenting and encouraging have a great weekend!
I’m ready for the healer and the poisoner. Can’t wait to see what they bring and do. I’m glad you’re still adding to this story, it’s a wonderful one.
Thank you so much C! Nice to have other members of the crew step up and add their talents to saving the situation. It will get more exciting the closer they get to port and Gigi! buckle your seatbelt!
C,
It IZ time for some poison nectar for sure!!
WhooHoo our meal of filet minion has arrived!! Will savor for a cpl or three readings, then will comment
whoop whoop
Filet minion hon-ney, lets go!
AHOY!!! Thanks BK!! Yay!! finally a new chapter!!
Oh wow!! Wake up call for Bette!! Not only because of the fall, but also to witness that she’s surrounded by reliable people so she should learn to trust others, especially sweet Tina! Sigh…. So looking forward to know what will happen to the boy king and his armada!
I really enjoy reading your story BK, feels like each word is blending and melting and flowing smoothly although the plot thickens!!
Stay safe and do update us, BK! ^^,
(imagine that I was swinging from the rope ladder when saying that)
haha! I love when you comment, Merlion! Def a wake up call for our dear sweet Captain who is used to handling business all one her own. You are so right – she should learn to trust others! Thank you for the kind words and stay safe yourself… buckle up for the next chapter…. the battle begins!
No swinging for rope ladders though… :))
Enjoying the story of Black Beauty. Really would like to read the final chapters of this story. Will you be adding new chapters soon. Thank you Carol
I’ve just found this story and I am so addicted! Your writing is so good <3
I will slowly work my way through all your fics now :)
Thank you! Glad you like it. Looking forward to reading your thoughts as you work your way through!
Loving the story but really would like to find out if Bette finds her mother. What happens with twerp King Little Boy. Please, please finish the story. Thank you.
Hi Carol – working on the new chapter now!
BK
Thinking ’bout U. On this Valentines Day. Seems to me you were facing health issues with your Pops ad a dear friend?
R U all doing better now???