I have to tell you that I lived this exact dynamic with someone for 28 years.
Tina’s (me) stance in the airport (feet planted, suitcase as a shield) mirrors my posture. I learned to stand instead of lean, to protect my center even while longing to be seen.
“They measured their expressions like poker players.” - Love, love, love this line. Hit the nail on the head.
The emotional choreography here is sublime throughout. Tina gives softness; Bette manages optics. Tina shares internal weather; Bette offeres forecasts but never steps into the storm.
Hopefully I am reading this right after only one chapter. LOL
oh gosh if this isn't one of the most poetic things I've ever read! Wow 😍 and thank you, if I can be so bold as to say so. You've picked up the thread perfectly and sewn something really sweet.
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sweetsurrender22 on Chapter 1 Wed 22 Oct 2025 11:23AM UTC
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