Bette & Tina.Reconnecting.eight years later..chapter 4

They went to the room after a while.
Bette: Im taking a shower; get the sand out of everything.
Tina: Need help?
Bette: Of course. Tina followed Bette to the shower.

As they washed each other Bette spoke.
Bette: This is what Ive missed.
Tina: Me taking a shower with you?
Bette: Yeah, and our intimacy, taking time to appreciate each other. She kissed her.
Tina: Oh baby I appreciate you, I really appreciate that. As Bette was on her knees in front of Tina taking her into her mouth.
Tina: Oh yeah, Ive missed this so much.
Bette laughed as she appreciated Tina some more.

They relaxed after their shower, wearing only the robes provided by the B&B. They sat on the deck and drank wine. Dinner would be arriving any minute per Bettes instructions.

Dinner arrived and it was wonderful. Grilled chicken *****, with grilled asparagus, a small salad and strawberry cheesecake for desert. They were eating the cheesecake when Tina took Bettes hand.
Tina: Babe, I have a surprise for you. She reached in her robe pocket and pulled out her new contract for work. She handed it to Bette.

Tina: You know Ive been in negotiations the last couple of weeks for a new schedule and salary. Well read this. I think its a pretty good offer and I wanted to show you before I signed it. Oh yeah, I also have two other offers at other clinics if we want to negotiate. But I really think since Im established at Eastridge Ill stay. Read it and let me know what you think.

The contract was perfect. It was what they were looking for. The hours were 9-3 daily Monday thru Thursday. Fridays off. No call, full benefits. Three month maternity leave. Day care privileges in the office, six week paid vacation and the salary was more than she ever dreamed.
Bette read it and was speechless. She finally said.

Bette: This is unbelievable, how did you get them to do this?
Tina: Well I sat them down and told them I had other offers, and that this was what I wanted, because I was going to start trying to get pregnant and start our family and in order to do that I needed these issues addressed. They of course took a week to finally say yes, because they know my patients love me and would follow me. Sara said they were surveying some of the patients.
It suddenly dawned on Bette what Tina had just said.

Bette: What? Youre what? Did you say you were going to try to get pregnant? Tears in her eyes.
Tina: Yes baby. I know weve been waiting on our work schedules and finances to be stable. It seems that time is now. Is that alright with you? Are you ready?
Bette: Oh T, I love you so much of course Im ready. You know I want us to have a family more than anything. Its the greatest surprise you could give me. She went to her and kissed her. Sign the contract its perfect.

Tina: One more thing. At home I have a catalog from the cryobank of donors. We can pick out the donor if you want or find our own donor. When you consider the legal complications and the job of finding a donor on our own, I think looking at the catalog is the better option.
Bette: Sure I agree. The catalog has all the questions we need to know, health history, race, IQ, interest, physical attributes.
Tina: And baby theres a lot of half black/half white donors.
Bette: T I think well go thru the catalog together and make the decision together. Black, white, or red I dont care. Well pick the one that feels right.
Tina: And guess what? We can do it at home. On our own bed, alone, no paper gown, no bright lights, just us making love, making our baby.
Bette: pulling Tina to her. Baby you have just made me the happiest woman on earth. I love you so much.

Tina: Hey did you see that place, club down the road that had dancing? Can we go dancing tonight?
Bette: Yeah, I actually asked the manager about it when we got here and she said it was a great place and very ***** friendly. So get dressed sweetie Im taking you dancing, its the least I can do for the mother of my future child. She kissed her.

Bette came out dressed in jeans and a tight fitting t-shirt. Jesus Tina loved it when she wore jeans. It wasnt very often but she so loved it when she did. They were low riding on her hips and her *****, oh my god her ***** looked fantastic.

Tina wore jeans and a brown tank top. Tina grabbed Bettes ***** as they walked to the car.

Bette: What are you doing doc? She laughed.
Tina: I love that *****, especially in jeans. Christ Bette you look so ***** hot.
Bette: Do you want to go dancing or not? She laughed
Tina: Lets go. But I have an idea. Lets spice it up a bit.
Bette: You never cease to amaze me, okay Im game what do you have in mind?
Tina: Well Ill go in and sit and get a drink. You come in later and proceed to try and pick me up. Lets pretend weve never met.
Bette: Mm, this sounds fun. Ok. Deal.

They got to the club. Tina went in alone. She sat at the bar and ordered a drink. Several men and women were checking her out. A blond gentleman offered to buy her a drink which she declined politely. Bette had come in and was watching her from a far corner. She loved the fact that people were hitting on Tina she was the one who was going to take her home. She made a mental note to herself to count her blessings. A man asked Bette if she would like to dance at which Bette turned down nicely.

After about thirty minutes of watching she moved in. She walked to the bar beside Tina. Bette ordered a drink as did Tina.
Bette: Put hers on my tab she told the bartender.
Tina: No please I cant let you do that.
Bette: Sure you can, its my pleasure.
Tina: Okay thank you.
Bette: turning to Tina. So hello my name is Bette, Bette Porter. She held out her hand to Tina.
Tina: taking Bettes hand. Im Tina nice to meet you Bette. Thank you for the drink.
Bette: As I said my pleasure, would you like to join me at a table?
Tina: Um, Okay. That would be nice.

They walked to an empty table and sit.
Bette: So whats a girl like you doing in a place like this?
Tina: Mm, just having a drink, relaxing.
Bette: You feel the need to relax huh?
Tina: Yeah, have had some stress in my life lately.
Bette: Want to talk about it? Im a good listener.
Tina: No thanks its too personal.
Bette: Ok, maybe I can take your mind off of things.
Tina: Mm, that might be possible.
The waitress came by and Bette ordered two more drinks for them.

Bette: So Tina do you have a boyfriend? Girlfriend?
Tina: Girlfriend.
Bette: Lucky woman.
Tina: How about you? Girlfriend? Boyfriend?
Bette: Girlfriend.
Tina: So why are you here without her?
Bette: Same as you needed to relax a bit. Would you like to dance?
Tina: Your girlfriend wont mind?
Bette: Yes she would, but shes not here. Would yours mind?
Tina: Oh yeah, but I guess one dance wont hurt.
Bette stood and held out her hand to Tina. She led her to the dance floor. They held each other tentatively.

Tina: So tell me about your girlfriend?
Bette: You remind me of her. Blonde, beautiful and warm. She dances very well and she has a body to die for. How about your partner whats she like?
Tina: Well youre a lot like her actually. Tall, dark, and gorgeous. A great dancer and her ***** looks terrific in jeans. She smiled.
Tina: Shes a very strong person, always in control. But its a persona. To me shes a pussycat, a real romantic.

They were swaying together to the music. One dance led to two, two to three etc. After each song they got closer to one another.

Tina: Tell me why you love your girlfriend.
Bette: Bettes cheek was next to hers now; she spoke softly her breath sending shivers thru Tina. Well like I said shes beautiful, but shes beautiful inside too. Such a good person, shes a doctor and the love and care she has to give is limitless. Shes incredible really so thoughtful, so unselfish.
Tina: That sounds too good to be true.
Bette: She is. I thought that at first. I thought this is not happening I had never felt a love like hers. But it was something I couldnt deny. So I gave in and Im glad I did.

Tina: Tell me why you gave in, and why youre glad you did.
Bette: Boy you ask a lot of questions.
Tina: Tell me.
Bette: ok. Shes so *****. She looks at me with those brown eyes I melt. When we kiss the electricity is overwhelming. Her kiss and her touch send me to heaven. In her arms I am home.
Tina: So why are you here?
Bette: To remember why I love her. Tell me about your love.
Tina: I dont know if words can describe what I feel. Shes so breathtakingly beautiful. Shes one of those people that when she walks in a room all eyes look at her. Shes confident and strong. But like I said shes really soft to me. Always gentle always loving, caring and oh so giving. She makes me tingle all over with just a look. And when she touches me, its over, Im gone. Im putty in her hands. And those hands. Her hands are exquisite, like works of art. I love her hands. I love her. She makes me happy, she makes me feel alive and safe, and she is my home.
Bette: So why are you here?
Tina: To remember why I love her.

They kiss deeply.

Bette: Tina, game over. Lets go. They held hands and left the club.