The B Word Chapter 38 Beautiful Bodies, Big, Body Guards, Butterflies

The chapter starts where the other one left off.
Bette and Tina are mingling with the crowd..Eva keeps drag Bette to meet more and more friends of her art communityTina keeps watching Bette however it keeps getting difficult because it is so crowded.

Flash bulbs are going offcameras from entertainment shows are filming and trying to get interviews..

Bette gives an interview but once the start to switch the conversation to her sisters shooting she ends the interview.

Hi TinaI brought you a glass of wine Sasha said as she handed it to Tina.
Thanks that is very thoughtful of you. Tina expresses with a smile.

I see you found how hard it is to keep track of your woman in the sea of beautiful woman and gorgeous guys. Sasha states as she takes a long sip of her wine.

Tina doesnt respond she just clears her throat.
But my theory is to let them mingle but make sure they know they leave with you.
Sasha says.
Actually these openings make me nervouswe had a bad experience after the last one. However, I have been able to keep my eyes on her so far. Tina says as she waves to Bette. Bette winks back at her.

I know it can be nerve rackingIm even an artist..I just hate how fake these people are and how snobbish they can be at these events events. Sometimes Eva becomes one of those rich snobs on these nights. So what was the problem with your last event? Sasha asks Tina

I would rather not talk about it. Tina says right before Bette walked over to her and gave her a kiss on the cheek.

Are you enjoying yourself? Bette asks her as she reaches for Tinas hand.
Will you excuse us SashaThere is someone I would like to introduce Tina to.
Bette says as she proudly walks away with her wifeholding her hand.

Hi Alice and Dana! Maria says as she gives them each a hug.What took you so long to get here?

It wasnt the getting here that took as so longit was getting through security.
Dana said.
I know it sure makes you thirsty Alice says as she waves over a waiter who is carrying champagne.
So did you see who Shane is hanging out with? Maria says as she points to Shane who is drinking and laughing with a dignitaries daughter.

She is hanging with the prime minister of the some countries daughter. Maria says
How does she do it? Dana asks..

Hi Mr. and Mrs. Southernman..This is my partner Tina..She is the one I was telling you about who got the grant to help out her center. Bette says

Its nice to meet you Tina Mrs. Southernman said.
Its nice to meet you tooMrs. Southernman. Tina says as she shakes her hand
Please darling call me Sherry. Mrs. Southernman I volunteer a lot at the community center in San Diegowhere we live. I would love for you to come see our center.
I would be honoredTina says with a smile.
Yes my wife is always finding things to help her kids at the center. Mr. Southernman states.
Well if Bette ever comes down to look at any of the galleries please come down with her. Sherry states
Oh I hate to pull her away from youbut it looks as if my sister is getting ready to go on stage Bette announces
That is your sister? Mr. Southernmane says Well you will have to tell her I would love an picture of her with me.
Ill tell you whatafter she sings meet us backstage and I will take the picture myself.
Bette says as she winks at him.

People are starting to take their seats at their assigned tables.
Ladies and GentlemanI would like to invite everyone to take their seats at their assigned tables. Dominic announces.

Tina and Bette go to their table to sitThey have two major art collectors from Italy sitting with them. I famous talk show celebrity with her date. Also there are some wealthy art collectors from NYC. There are three seats left.for Maria, Kit, and Alana

Maria comes walking up to the table.She is looking for MadisonShe is disappointed when she see Madison is not seated at their table.

Maria quietly takes a seat next to Tina.
Maria have you seen your Mom? Tina asks.
No, not since earlierShe is probably upstairs with Anna Bella. Maria whispers into Tinas ear.
An user walks over to the table.Excuse me Ms. Porter, Mr. Milo would like for you to introduce the singer.

Excuse me. Bette says as she makes her way to the stage in a very ***** manner.
Everyone stops to see her walk past them. She could her people making comments about what she looked like. She knew she was attractive but she was not conceited. So those comments would make her blush.

The Italian man sitting across from Tina was winking at her
Tina just blushed and smiled. Then she would nudge Maria to tell her about it.

Ladies and Gentleman it gives me great honor to introduce one of the most talented singers in the world she has produced both grammy winning lyrics and music. Beyond her music talents she is also my oldest sister.and my hero growing up..Ms. Kit Porter..!

Kit comes out in a long evening gown..She was looking stunning.Flash bulbs where flashing all over.She opens with the song. California Dreaming

People were getting up and slow dancing.
Husbands and wives where dancing..Everyone was free to dance with who they wantedthis crowd was very opening to different lifestyles.

May I have this dance. Madison asks Maria as she comes up behind her.
Maria looks at Tina to see if it is ok..Tina nods yes.
Dominic comes over and asks Tina to dance.
Well you are going to have to tell Bette when she leaves a gorgeous woman at the table
Someone is bound to snatch her up for a dance.

The dance floor is very crowded..
Bette returns to the table. There is no Tina or Maria..Joseph walks up and asks
May I have this dance with the lady of the hour?
I thought you would never ask. Bette said as she smiled at Joseph.

The song ends.Kit leads into another song We Belong Together
Bette thanks Joseph for the dance and she goes over and steals Tina from Dominic
May I have this dance Ms. Kinnard? Bette says with her sweet and ***** eyes tuned right into Tina.
Yes you may. Tina says as Dominic steps out of the way.
You should ask Alana to dancefor old time sake. Bette whispers in Dominic hear
He looks up and sees Alana at the table all by herself.
He looks at Bette and winksas he walks over to Alana.

Alana sees him walking towards herShe melts at his handsome looks just like she did before Maria was born.
May I have this dance princess? Dominic asks her
Giovanni goes up and cuts into Maria and Madisons dance..Do you mind?
He says as he starts to slow dance with Maria.
Madison gets upset and walks off.
Maria looks but she cant get away from Giovannis grip.besides he is very handsome and well built.
So why dont the two of use get together? Giovanni whispers to Maria.
Um Giovanni you know my story Maria says as she smiles at him
Yes but you have never been with me..I will totally change you. Giovanni says
Giovanni you are such a flirt! You are the typical Italian guy my dad warned me about!
Maria states
Your dad warned you he didnt say runaway with a girl! Giovanni jokes
You are so full of yourselfMaria says
Hey honey you can be full of me too! Giovanni says
You are so rude! Maria comments as she tried to walk off the floor.
Ok OkI promise to be good. Giovanni says as he is begging her to stay.
Well that is the probably why you are good at sweeping girls off their feetMy dad calls you lance romance. Maria jokes.

Madison is observing this and is getting really mad.She goes into the bar were a bunch of girls are standing around drinking. Maria starts to look for Madison while she is dancing with Giovanni..She cant find her
The music stops and everyone goes back to their tables for desert and coffee.

Giovanni walks Maria back to the table holding her hand.
Well thanks for the dance.Please think about my offer. Giovanni says as he winks at
MariaShe just blushes at him.

Tina, Bette, and Maria are all at the table except for Alana who is at the bar with Dominic. Kit comes overPeople are stopping her and getting her autograph and pictures with her.

Oh Kit Bette jumps up and grabs Kits hand I have someone who wants a picture with you.
Just then Mr. and Mrs. Southernland approach her with a camera..
Bette introduces them.
Wow this is going to be a great picture Bette says as she snaps it quickly.

A reporter and photographer come up and whisper to Bette.
She says yeswe will take a picture but we want to really refrain from doing an interview.
Maria and Kit.They want to get a picture of the three of us. Bette says
Her and her sisters poise..
May I just ask you one question. The reporter asks
Please I told you no interviews about my family. Bette says as her sisters back her up.

Giovanni comes back to the table and ask Maria if she would like a drink.
She accepts his offer and walks with him to the bar.
You know if I was interested in guys you definitely would be my first choice.
Maria says.
Well Maria there is always a first time. Giovanni states

Excuse us. Bette grabs Tinas hand Tina please come with me

Tina walks hand in hand with Bette..People keep thanking Bette for such a wonderful evening..Some are also congratulating her on becoming the director of the CAC.
Wow honey you have celebrities coming up to and wanting a picture with you.
Tina says as she wraps her arm around Bettes
Well Tina the only celebrity I am worried about is you. Bette states as she guides Tina up the staircase and into a loft areaIm sorry I just had to have a moment just with youyou are all I could think about tonightI would be talking to someone about an art piece and I would lose my train of thought because I would think about you.
Tina you have made me so happy.and I hope there is even more to come Bette leans in for a tight embrace and she kisses Tina romantically..

TBC.