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Walking After You ch.16
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"Bette, I’m sorry, okay?" Tina kept Bette’s hand and put it to rest against her own face. "About everything."
"You’re just saying that because I’m bed ridden. You feel duty-bound to take care of me." Bette spoke and felt a fresh wave of tears fall down her cheek.
Tina bit back an angry retort. She shook her head again. "I do feel duty-bound, but not because you’re injured. I will take care of you because you are my girlfriend. We are together, whether you like it or not." She heard the irritated words slip past her internal censor. She blinked hard, feeling like she was going to cry just at the sight of Bette’s tears. "I do love you, whether you like it or not."
"I do." Bette whispered. "I’m sorry it’s hard for me to figure out… sometimes I want you inside my skin. Sometimes I need you to give me space. I can’t figure it out, myself. I’m sorry."
Tina nodded. "I’m sorry I haven’t been available for you to help you figure it out."
"It’s not your responsibility to make sure I’m always thinking clearly." Bette laughed slightly through her tears.
"You know I don’t like therapists. I hate it that you had to see one instead of being able to talk to me."
"I know Tina. And I understand. But I had to. I just had to. Do you understand?"
Tina bit her lip. She felt an irrational anger that all she seemed to be doing with Bette was understanding. When would Bette understand her?
"I’m going to try." Tina finally answered.
Bette searched Tina’s face, looking for anger. She found it simmering just under the surface of concern and love. I can handle it, Bette tried to convince herself.
"Well, this talk didn’t turn out good, did it?" Bette tried to bring some levity into what she felt was an impossible situation.
"Not very well, no." Tina appreciated Bette’s attempt. She patted Bette’s arm and slid into the bed beside Bette. "Can I hold you?" She asked, unsure about the reception she will get but more certain than ever that she had to stay close.
"Yes, please." Bette held onto Tina’s arm and placed it over her belly.
"Bette, let’s just forget the things we said. Please?" Tina murmured into Bette’s hair.
"We’ll try again."
"Yes, we’ll try again."
The doorbell rang and Tina reluctantly got up to answer it. It was the delivery of food from the grocery. She put the bags in the kitchen and fixed a couple of sandwiches. She poured two glasses of juice. Then she brought their dinner into the bedroom.
"Here. No apples, no fruit. Just whole wheat bread and ham." Tina brought the tray to Bette and arranged it on the bed.
"What, no cheese? I’m kidding." Bette smiled, relieved that somehow, the disaster that was ‘the talk’ had been contained.
Tina smiled back, certain that she would try her damndest to fix things. Whatever it takes. Bette and her Batwoman pajamas, her neuroses and her love – they were all worth it.
TBC
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All she has to say….is “TINA I am afraid, afraid you will leave me” thats all she needs to say and it will open up a world of thought, love an action and then maybe she will feel she does not have to get into her skin but on her skin………forever….
Great chapter even tho The talk didn’t go well. I am glad u post daily cos I love n look forward to this story:))
So… that went well. No one said what they meant and everyone’s feelings were hurt. They still love each other though, and at least they know it. That’s the base they have to work from, and it’s a good foundation. Keep up the good work 7, I know they’ll get there, Bette’s neuroses and Tina’s fears and frustrations aside. I love this story. Thanks for posting. cheers, 7! :)
Great update. They really are bad in talking it out but maybe since they love each other it will make them come thru this rough patch. thank you for this story.
That was tough and it may continue to be but communication is key. PPS
it’s a first step…it might not be perfect but at least they are still talking and together
Well, that was as welcome as pulling out my two front teeth with a crescent wrench. I enjoyed their “talk” about as much as they did, which is testimony to the verisimilitude of your writing. I really like your alternate take on Bette and Tina’s personalities. An insecure Bette and a rather, distant? Tina is a switch-up for sure. They’ve got work to do, and forgiveness to grant to each other. Yes, it’s going slow between them. They could be quaint soul mates, completing each others’ sentences, but where would be the story in that? I’m really enjoying their pain (forgive me). Thanks!
Poor B&T the talk didn’t go well but hope the next one will be ok. Please post more, thanks!
They seriously need to try and talk again. I think they both need to tell each other about their own upbringing and about their past; that would clarify a lot of things. The reason Tina hates therapists and why Bette is so insecure. This was an outstanding update. PPS.
tangled up in words – & feelings :0 now even im confused as to what bette wants from tina – come here/go away? thats a very tall order for anyone. maybe a little more patience & practice saying what they really mean – if at first you dont succeed, try & try again – you can do it bette – thanks 7pm and PPS
Well, that didn’t go too well but hopefully the love they have for each other will get them through this rough time. Maybe they should both go to the therapist together. If Bette was in an environment where she felt safe she might be able to express her feelings better. Tina is being so patient and loving but if this continues she’s gonna break down. :(
Well, that did NOT go well at all. They should try going to the therapist together. PPS
so real, so funny and yet real. i have a big sappy smile on my face. more plz.
He 7PM, Thank you for another emotional rollercoaster ride of a chapter.Bette and Tinaa are really at cross-purposes right now.Yes, the love and adoration is keeping them together as they work through their concerns.Comunication is key at this time. Problem is that they aren’t really listening to each other yet. There is too much guilt and self-deprication. They need to give each other space and then try again. Maybe writing their thoughts down in letter form and then swapping them might be better right now. I think they need some clarity. Couples therapy will help if they are both open to the idea and able to talk through everything in a safe and understanding environment.I hoep they try again soon. I want the loving BnT back.Much graitude from Your Loyal Fan.