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Bed of Lies – Chapter 8
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“When are you leaving?”
“Straight after work tomorrow – I’ve got Saturday morning meetings in SFO. I’m sorry babe” Eric had ambled into the bedroom as he spoke.
“It’s fine” she gave him a quick peck before walking into the bathroom. She needed space.
No I would not sleep in this bed of lies
So toss me out and turn in
And there’ll be no rest for these tired eyes
I’m marking it down to learning
I am
Friday morning.
Tina decided to go to breakfast. She wanted…needed to see Bette. She didn’t know what she was going to do or say, but she knew she just had to see her.
She got there early and found Dana already at the table drinking her usual post-workout concoction.
“Hey Dane, how was dinner last night?”
“It was great – have you seen any of Bette’s work before?”
“Um, just the few pieces that you guys have at your places” Tina admitted.
“Well she’s always been great, but the prints from the trip were amazing, you have to see them – I’m sure Bette would love to show them to you.”
“Bette would love to show what to who?”
Tina turned at the sound of Bette’s voice, gazing into those warm brown eyes.
“Show Tina your prints, they really were spectacular Bette.”
“Thanks Dana.”
“I’m going to go order some food, do you want anything?” Dana stood and looked at the pair, Bette and Tina shook their heads in the negative and watched as Dana walked away, leaving them alone.
Tina’s eyes never left the brunette’s body. Bette was not wearing her uniform today, and she was not carrying her helmet either. Her hair was somewhat tamed of its curls, flowing in waves around her face. She had swapped the torn jeans for tight black pants; the black tank was still there but was now covered by a sleek, tailored black jacket. Bette watched Tina’s eyes roam her body and take in her appearance.
“I’ve got a meeting with the CAC today about a possible show.” She explained, shrugging and taking a seat opposite Tina, her hands resting on the table.
“Wow… that’s exciting! You look great…”
“Thanks, it’s almost a done deal, just gotta go show my face so we can sign off on it all… we can show in as little as 3 weeks.” Bette smiled at the second half of Tina’s remark but chose not to respond.
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That was just too short. Are you going to let us know what happened in the darkroom, did they at least kiss. Glad Tina decided she needed to leave Eric before she figured out what to do about Bette.
Amazing chapter!!! Glad Tina did not let things keep going with Eric. Thanks PPS
Thanks for the great chapter….you have a wonderful weekend. My wife and I are headed away as well. Much needed getaway. post when you can.
wow that was quick glad tina decided! now to sort out her feelings! :)PPS
Move out!! yay!!!:)PPS!
she needs to put those keys in her purse and sleep it off. kudos for ending it with eric first…but a pimp slap for driving after drinking.
Have a great weekend and thank you for the awesome update. I’ll have to hold you to your promise because I can’t wait for what’s to come. Thanks again.
Glad Tina decided to end it with Eric, no she needs to figure out what she’s gonna do with Bette. So glad she let Bette know it’s not just her feeling things though and Bette handled it amazingly! Now I’m anxious about what’s to come! PPS:)
I pray there’s no cops on the road or maniacs that can run into a less than observant Tina in her inebriated state. She just made a really hard decision to leave someone who presumably loves her. It feels like a selfish act but ultimately she has to take a chance on love for herself. Have a great time & plz post soon cuz I’m really anxious for T’s welfare [wink, wink!!!]
Keep Tina safe as she begins her new life. I would hate to see her lose her chance of a new life because of an accident.
Cool! Let’s move forward!
So I guess we’ll never know what happened in the darkroom….heavy sigh. Good for Tina though, ending it properly with Eric before exploring her feelings for Bette.It’s more reassuring when you know the other person has the same feelings. At least you don’t have to worry about rejection. You can just feel happy, excited, and anxious about what’s to come.
It takes courage to leave a relationship that is comfortable but not working especially if the other person is not abusive but just not working out. Enjoy your weekend. This story rocks. Glad that you didn’t drag out Tina’s mental conflict for many chapters.
Tina’s made her mind up, it seems. Quick and decisive… and not selfish, in my view. You can’t stay with someone, in a one-sided relationship, just to make the other person happy. Awesome chapter, tbp, enjoy the weekend, and thanks for the chapter.
So glad Tina made her decision. She has taken the proper steps, now she can pursue a relationship with one, Ms. Bette Porter. Love the sound of that. Wish life was really that simple. Thanks for posting. Have a great weekend.
Totaly agree with azmama. It does take a lot of courage to walk out of a comfortable one sided relationship, especialy when you know the other party is really into you. Loving your story. Hope you have a good weekend.
i cant wait for bette to find out tina left him and i hope we will see bette love for tina not only tinas feeling, love this stoty
Bad, bad, bad, Tina for driving after she had that much to drink! I’m glad she left Eric..it was the right think for them both even if Eric doesn’t recognize that yet. Wonderfully written chaper TP!
What a delicacy in your writing, TP, I deeply appreciate it – the same way I like the pace and the so rightly way you depict our dear two… The dialogue and subtile interaction between them, following their silent but so revealing interplay in the darkroom, is such a realistic and sweet scene – I love it a lot. I also fully share comments here : Tina’s decision was brave. No, it’s not being selfish realising what is the better road to follow – it’s just very sad for the other one, but that’s life… Even if things wouldn’t develop with Bette (but of course we know – thanks god ! *wink* – that a big love story will begin), there’ll be nothing to regret for it really is the right decision to do : we all have to realise what kind of relationships can make us happy in life. Some of us (and count me in) always knew that only a same-sex one could achieve it, but many others – like your Tina – needed time to feel it. Then comes the other problem of self-acceptation, a process that can take much more time (don’t I know that…). *** I really, deeply love your story and your talent, TP, and I wish you the best weekend with your lucky girlfriend ! Now do you want a perfect example of selfishness ? It’s me, already impatient to get a new chapter and, so, wishing a shorter weekend !! Shame on me ! *grin* Thank you so much for the gift of your story, dear TP. Warmest regards from your delighted reader – A.
Another beautifully written chapter tbp. I agree with everyone else – Tina is so courageous to leave her relationship with Eric; especially when she has no real assurances that her relationship with Bette will even work. She is being driven purely by emotion and instinct. It is rather convenient (and wonderful!) that Tina will be right next door to Bette – how could Shane refuse Tina’s request for temporary residence? I am looking forward to Bette and Tina really talking about their connection. Have a wonderful weekend with the gf!
hi all, thought i’d comment here to say a) thanks for the support and comments, they mean alot. b) something has come up in my personal life that is going to delay the next few chapters. apologies. I will be back when I can. thanks.
i just found this story and have quickly caught up, great, great job with it, can’t wait to see what happens next!!!!!!!!!!!
I am proud of Tina’s decision to end things with Eric and go find her own way. However, I am seriously disappointed in her judgement to drive after drinking so much. I hope she doesn’t hurt anyone (including herself) on the way to Shane’s.