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Ten Degrees of Separation – (Chapter: Recasting the Primal Scene)
"An intervention."
"Like I said, feel free to slap me down." Entreaty glimmered in her eyes, along with a genuine concern for Abby’s well-being that bore no claim or condition for its continued existence. In that instant, Abby knew that, no matter down which tangled path their relationship might unfold, Kim would always squarely and unequivocally be in her corner. They might not always agree, but Abby knew if she called– Kim would be there.
"You’re right," she said, sighing heavily and sitting down on one of the nearby stainless steel stools. "He was just giving me a hard time."
The elegant arch of a brow prodded her to continue.
"Over you, actually."
"You told him about us?" Kim asked mildly.
"Would that bother you?"
"Existentially, no. But I wouldn’t want Kerry to hear it second-hand. If that’s the case, I need to talk to her before Radio-Free-Randi gets ahold of it."
"I think we’re safe," she said, fairly secure in her conviction. Carter was angry and jealous, yes; but over her continued involvement with Luka. The idea that she might actually become involved with Kim just wasn’t in his frame of reference. If it had been, he certainly wouldn’t have been taunting her with the idea. "Is it just me or did things seem so much simpler before we woke up this morning?"
"If they did, that was probably why," Kim agreed. "Sleep has a way of smoothing everything out."
"Then do you care for a nap?" Humor laced Abby’s tone, but the reality of what she was suggesting lurked behind her smile.
"Sounds great, but just think of the rumors if Haleh were to walk in here and find us snuggled up on the exam table."
She snorted at the image and agreed wryly. "I don’t think I want to imagine the fallout." She nudged Kim gently with the toe of her shoe. "And your reputation, missy, can’t really take any more hits."
"What’s that supposed to mean?"
"You seem to have quite the reputation as a skirt chaser."
"You’re just now finding out about this?" Her words were casual enough, but the icy wall of reserve– that Abby had only begun to breach– clearly loomed behind them, reflected in the pale blue of Kim’s eyes.
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I have to admit that I stopped watching ER several years ago, but after reading this, two things came to mind. 1. If I could have watched this story, with this dialogue on my TV screen I would still be watching faithfully each and every week. 2. This was a great reminder of why I shouldn’t ever work in a hospital…way too much gossip!!!! LOL Wonderful story…beautiful writing. Thank you for posting this here. And thank you for inspiring Jacky. The degrees of separation continue to prove true. While you were writing this, did you ever think that because of someone somewhere reading it, that a fan site would be established for a completely different show, that would in turn change thousands of lives all around the world? I know, amazing isn’t it…the power of a story. Thanks again.
I have to admit that I stopped watching ER several years ago, but after reading this, two things came to mind. 1. If I could have watched this story, with this dialogue on my TV screen I would still be watching faithfully each and every week. 2. This was a great reminder of why I shouldn’t ever work in a hospital…way too much gossip!!!! LOL Wonderful story…beautiful writing. Thank you for posting this here. And thank you for inspiring Jacky. The degrees of separation continue to prove true. While you were writing this, did you ever think that because of someone somewhere reading it, that a fan site would be established for a completely different show, that would in turn change thousands of lives all around the world? I know, amazing isn’t it…the power of a story. Thanks again.
Sharon is the writer that made me fall in love with fan fiction–with this story. Watch for a terrific interview with her on the site next week. ENJOY!!!
Sharon is the writer that made me fall in love with fan fiction–with this story. Watch for a terrific interview with her on the site next week. ENJOY!!!
Gosh! This is fantastic. I love all the characters on ER and you’ve done a truly excellent job with all the conflicting emotions and the power of irresistible forces of attraction between Abby and Kim. I enjoyed every word.
Gosh! This is fantastic. I love all the characters on ER and you’ve done a truly excellent job with all the conflicting emotions and the power of irresistible forces of attraction between Abby and Kim. I enjoyed every word.