Bette received the R.S.V.P from Tina on the Tuesday morning when she arrived at the gallery. She noticed Tina was bringing a partner but she didnt really care.
Tina Kennard was coming to her gallery on Friday night and Bette knew this might be the only chance she may have to find out what this connection is with her.

Bette was in the best mood for the rest of the day, *****, the rest of the week, and her staff noticed. She had a permanent smile on her face that couldnt be erased.

She had a lot of work to accomplish before the show on Friday and now that Tina was coming she was going to pull out all the stops.

Also was the matter of her kitchen getting remodeled? Shane had arranged to meet Bette on Tuesday morning at 11am She bought the preliminary drawing over with her.

Shane was not at all what Bette was expecting. She was very young, couldnt be more than 22 Bette thought and Shanes appearance definitely didnt have the interior design look.
Shane wore a black pair of faded jeans and a white shirt with 3 buttons open at the top, simple yet stylish Bette thought. She had short dark hair that was in a messed up look. She had the tomboy look about her, but something about her was intriguing. Still Bette was having second thoughts about her choice when Shane gave her the preliminary drawings.

Bette just looked at them in awe. They were simply.. superb. Bette never envisioned her kitchen to look that good. The design was very modern with an artistic feel about it, which was exactly what Bette loved about it.
Bette knew then why Shane had the professional reputation that she did. Bette gave Shane the immediate go ahead, and Shane informed her that it would take about 10 days to complete the job.
The rest of the week flew by. Bette was staying late at the gallery each night doing last minute preparations for the show, and checking up on her kitchen each night on the way home to Kits. She was pleased with the progress Shane was making and before she knew it, it was Friday.

Bette woke up early Friday morning, 6am. She was feeling a little anxious about the night. She knew this was really make or break time as far as Tina Kennard was concerned. The sun wasnt even up yet, I dont think I have ever been up this early in all my life Bette thought to herself.

As much as she tried she couldnt fall back to sleep so Bette got out of bed showered and changed for work. She went in early and personally inspected the entire gallery to ensure everything was perfect. Bette usually did this anyway for all her shows, but she wanted to take extra care for tonights show.

The day passed very slowly as far as Bette was concerned. Each time she looked at the clock she could have sworn it went backwards.

It was finally 5pm and she was out the door, headed home to get ready for the show!

Bette had got home just as Shane and her crew, were finishing and heading out for the day. Bette said a quick few words to Shane and went inside to make herself beautiful.

Bette had showered and was getting ready.
She had bought a new white Gucci suit that accentuated her curves , and a pale blue shirt that fitted in all the right places.

If theres one thing that Bette knew, was what she looked good in, and she knew she looked gooood in this outfit.
Bette applied her make-up and dabbed on some Emporium She.
She decided to blow dry her hair down leaving the curls flowing freely around her face.

It was 6:00pm and Bette took one last look in the mirror, Well Porter, you certainly scrub up O.K. who could resist, hoping her sentiments would come true.
Bette put on her new white Mandolo inch heels (so as not to appear to tall, she thought) and she was back at the gallery at 6:15pm waiting for the guests to arrive



Tina had finished her weekly shift rotation on Wednesday night. She was hesitantly looking forward to Friday night.
Eric couldnt stop talking about it. Apparently he was a big fan of Bette Porters, unbeknown to him Tina was also a big fan, she just didnt know it yet.

Tina had went shopping on Thursday and found herself a ***** little black dress that fitted her body perfectly, showing off all her assets. Do I wanna look good for Eric, or Bette Tina thought to herself. Doesnt matter, I wanna look good for me!

Tina then found a matching pair of shoes and a gorgeous blue wrap that finished off the outfit. Happy with her purchases she returned home and had an early night in. Eric was working late and Tina always found it hard to readjust to daylight after a week on night shift.

Friday morning came and went. Tina vaguely remembered the phone ringing but she let the machine get it.
It was 1 oclock in the afternoon when Tina began to stir. She opened her eyes and wearily looked over at her clock. *****, I was tired, well I feel absolutely invigorated now, Tina said to herself.
She decided to go for a run, and clean up the house before she had to get ready for tonights show. Anything to keep busy until I can determine whats going on, she thought.
As Tina was heading out the door she saw the red light blinking on her answering machine.
Tina listened, it was a message from Eric, Hey honey, you must still be sleeping dont forget about tonight, ill pick you up at 6pm O.K. See you then, have a great day.
I cant believe were going to the Bette Porter gallery, anyway hon, ill see you later

Tina didnt know how, but she was probably more excited about tonight than Eric was.

Tina went for her run, cleaned the house and before she knew it, it was 5pm and she needed to get ready.

Tina decided to have a bath in peach fragranced bath essences, it made her skin so soft and smooth and she didnt really need pperfume when she did. It seemed to seep into all her pores and made her feel very..*****.

Tina got out of the bath, put on her robe and got ready. She blow-dried her hair, deciding to wear her hair up with a few strands hanging down around her face.
Tina then changed into her little black dress. She applied her make up, took a look in the mirror and was happy with the results. If you dont turn a few heads tonight Kennard, they must be dead, she thought to herself.

It was 5:45 and Tina was ready. She was expecting Eric any minute.
Tina was sitting on the couch reading some magazine, she wasnt really concentrating, and her stomach was beginning to feel like it was all tied up in knots. Tina was going to see Bette Porter tonight and she wasnt that nave to think of what it could mean.

It was now 6:05pm and still no sign of Eric. He was always very punctual.

Tina was starting to wonder where he was when the phone rang