Is She The One?

Bette paced up and down her office floor, she was fighting an internal battle, again. Why hadnt Tina called? Should she call Tina or should she wait until Tina called her? What if Tina wasnt going to call her? NO. She couldnt even acknowledge that thought. Dont even go there, Porter. But it was too late, she already had, the questions and insecurities were already running through her mind. Had they been too eager to make love? Had it been too soon? Had she somehow rushed Tina in to it? Well she hadnt forced Tina, Tina had seemed only too willing to participate in the act, she, even initiated the love making that morning, Bette recalled. But what if she had scared Tina away by being too intense with what she had said to her. What if she had not satisfied Tina enough? Maybe Tina had decided that being with a woman wasnt for her? What if she decided that she got more pleasure from being with a man? What if Tina didnt feel the same way for her, as she felt for Tina? What if What if you just pick up the phone and call her, and find out for yourself Porter and stop being such a chicken *****, *****, and stop worrying about things, that you have absolutely nothing to worry, about. Thats what Im going to do, Im going to pick up the phone and call Tina, and then Ill know soon enough what she thinks Oh Jesus T, please feel the same way about me as I do for you?

Bette walked over to her desk, and reached for her cell, and proceeded to pace the floor. Her steps were becoming more urgent as she hastily flipped open the phone and dialled Tinas number. She was practically shaking from head to toe as she waited for Tina to pick up, she was almost sure she had stopped breathing.

Hi, can I speak with Tina Kennard, please?

Bette, Bette Porter.

What?

Oh Bette let out the breath she had been holding and finally relaxed. Well, when she gets out will you make sure she definitely returns my call? Okay, Bye What?

Bettes heart picked up rhythm.

Hi T, you sound really tired. Bette said sounding concerned. Was it a long meeting?

Hi Bette, yeah it was a very long meeting, and a very boring one. Tina softly laughed. You called just as I got out Baby, you must have known I was dying to hear your voice?

She called me baby oh my God T called me baby. Bette was grinning from ear to ear. She looked like she was in an advertisement for toothpaste.

Me too, but Id rather hear you in person, you nearly ready to finish up? Id love to see you later? Bette replied eagerly, still smiling.

I should be done for about 7, how about I bring some takeout to your place, that sound good to you? Tina said hopefully.

That sounds great T. Bette answered softly.

Is Thai good for you Bette?

Thais perfect T, my favourite, how did you guess?

Thais my favourite too, I guess its just a case of great minds think alike? Tina laughed.

Its not your mind Im interested in at the moment T. Bette blushed when she realised that she had actually said the words she was thinking out loud. *****. She berated herself as she lowered her head into her hands.

Oh is that right Ms Porter, then youll just have to wait and see what I give you for dessert, wont you?
Teased Tina.

Is that a promise Ms Kennard? Bette perked up.

Thats a promise baby, and Ive never broken one yet. Tina assured Bette. Right Bette, Im gonna go, otherwise Ill never get out of here, see you later okay. Bye Bette.

Bye T. Bette said, as she slowly pressed the off button on her cell. She quickly gathered her things and headed off home.

Tina sank back in her chair and replaced the handset in it cradle. A smile enveloped her face. She hadnt seemed to be able to stop smiling all day, ever since shed had that little talk with Eric. She had come to the conclusion that she was falling in love with Bette porter, and despite all the doubts she felt about losing herself, her identity as one person, her freedom to do as she pleased, she realised now there was not a damn thing she could have done to stop it. This was meant to be, her and Bette were meant to be, this was her destiny, her fate, Bette porter and Tina Kennard belonged together. The two sides to a coin, the answer to a question, and the fact that Bette Porter had stolen her heart, might have something to do with it. Yes Tina Kennard was finally growing up. She now had someone elses feelings to consider and not only her own. She was becoming part of a couple, the other half to someone else, and she liked it, in fact she liked it more than she thought she ever would. She was in love with Bette, despite the fact they had only known each other a little while. She didnt care what other people, may think about her being in love with a woman, and that she was probably mistaking lust for love, she knew that Bette Porter was her first, last and forever, and she could not wait to tell Bette exactly how she felt.

Tina quickly finished up. She drove back to her apartment to shower and change her clothes. She picked up the Thai takeaway on the way and soon found herself knocking on Bettes door. She seemed to have been stood there an eternity.

Come on Bette. Tina thought Where the ***** are you? Answer the door.
Tina turned the handle and found the door unlocked, she slowly opened it and apprehensively entered Bettes apartment. Tina deftly made her way to the kitchen and placed the takeout on the counter.

Where are you baby? Tina shouted as she made her way through to the lounge.

Hearing Tinas voice Bette exited the bedroom and walked through the hallway in to the lounge, she stood there silently, staring at Tina.

Bette found she couldnt speak, she couldnt move. For some unknown reason she was rooted to the spot. Tina swung around to face Bette. Bette took one step towards her. At that exact moment, they moved slowly and purposefully in to the middle of the room. They both knew that their lives were changing, and with sudden clarity they understood that nothing would be the same again. They belonged together, they were one half of the other, they, were soul mates. Tina almost stumbled in to Bettes arms. Bette closed her arms around her, strongly, and securely holding Tina, firmly against her body. Tinas arms encircled hers, and her hand reached up to the nape of Bettes neck and she softly ran her fingers through her hair. Bette pressed her hands against Tinas spine and drew her even closer. They kissed, a deep lingering kiss, which they discovered they could not bring to an end. It was almost as if this kiss was meant for them to tell one another that each belonged to the other. Lips devoured lips, their teeth grazed and their tongues entwined and they clung to one another, each not wanting to let the other go. Finally Bette broke the kiss and touched Tinas cheek with her fingertips. She locked her eyes to Tinas, and Tina returned the intense look.

Bette, I love you Ive fallen in love with you.

I love you T I think I loved you the moment I set eyes on you at the gallery.

At last, it was out, they had both said, what theyd been wanting to say to each other all day.
They exchanged a look, which was full of understanding and without having to say another word they lead each other to the bedroom. Although they had only made love twice before, Bette remembered every curve, every angle of Tinas body as if it was her own and Tina knew hers. They touched one another feverishly, the sensual feelings bringing them to the edge of ecstasy.
They both fell asleep the first time they made love, only to find themselves reaching out for the other hours later. Their love seemed to be without constraint, they were both consumed with a yearning for the other. They just could not get enough of each other.

Bette was sitting at the kitchen table when Tina finally awoke, and as she approached her, Bette lifted her head and gave her one of those million dollar smiles, only this time it was different, because Tina could also see the love coming from Bettes eyes.

I love you T.

And I love you baby. Tina made her way around the table and bent over and kissed her cheek. Bette moved her face slightly so she could kiss Tina on the mouth, and then gently pulled her down on to her lap, burying her head on Tinas shoulder.

God T, I dont think youll ever know just how much I love you, I feel like weve known each other forever, instead of just a few weeks. I never thought I could feel like this about someone, especially in such a small space of time.

I know Bette, I feel exactly the same way you do. Tina said smiling up at Bette. Were like a couple of love sick puppies.

Bette let out a small chuckle. Bette held on to Tina a little while longer and then released her.

Tina got up from Bettes lap, and walked across the kitchen.

I smell coffee, would you like another cup baby?

You havent tasted it yet T. Bette smiled.

And just as the words left Bettes mouth, the phone started ringing.

Are you gonna get that? Tina asked. Pointing in the direction the shrill noise was coming from.

No. Bette said. Shaking her head, still tapping away on her laptop.

No? Questioned Tina.

No, I know only too well, who would be calling at this time in the morning and I have no desire whatsoever to listen to her incessant babble this early in the day. Bette stated.

Oh Okay. Tina said a little puzzled and curious as to know whom Bette was talking about.

She didnt have to wait long to find out as the answer machine picked up the call. And the dulcet tones of Ms Alice Pieszecki filled the air.

PORTER, I know your there Porter, pick up your damn phone, youve got some explaining to do.





TBC>>>>>