Noabsolutely not! Bette held up her hands and took two steps backward, trying to fend Tina off. Cmon Bette, dont be a baby, just pinch your nose and swallow it quick! Tina inched the spoon closer to Bettes mouth, making sure the viscous blue liquid didnt drip away. Bette pressed her lips and continued her retreat until she fell back into a chair at the breakfast table. Tina bent over and offered the spoon again, making sure to hold down Bettes aggressive hands. Open up for the airplane, Tina said with a grin, raising the pitch of her voice to baby talk level. Bette pouted and clenched her teeth, keeping her lips sealed shut. Tina heaved a sigh and gave Bette a pleading look, but Bette wouldnt budge. Tina decided to resort to drastic measures: in one quick motion she sat on Bettes lap, wrapped her arm around Bettes neck, and with her free hand pressed on Bettes cheeks forcing her mouth open. She tipped the spoon into the temporary opening and pushed Bettes chin upward to prevent the medicine from dripping down her chin.

Bette was unable to defend herself the entire time, since her hands were on her lap when Tina made her move. Bette coughed and spluttered, hacking as she felt the thick liquid making its way down her throat. Tina patted her firmly on the back as she got to her feet. God, Bette, youre a grown woman, why do make such a fuss when you have to take medicine? Tina said as she placed the spoon in the sink. Because I dont like to, Bette whined, cradling her head in her arms on the table. Tina chuckled as she retrieved a bottle of water for Bette. She placed it on the table next to Bettes elbow, gently stroking Bettes hair. Bette coughed miserably as she opened the bottle and took a sip. She grimaced and plunged her head into Tinas tummy, I hate that *****, it tastes so awful, she groaned. Well, at least now youll be able to get some sleep, Tina offered, still playing with Bettes hair. Bette shrugged her shoulders and pressed her head into Tinas hand; Tinas touch was sending little chills down her spine.

The doorbell rang, and Tina gently patted Bette on the head saying, Okay, get back to bed. When will you be back? Bette asked in a childish voice, clamping her arms around Tinas hips. Well, shopping for the dress with Alice can take anywhere from a two hours to an eternity, and then Im gonna get some groceries, Tina answered as she released herself from Bette and forced her to her feet. Why does Alice need you to buy a dress? Bette whined (again) shuffling slowly. Tina nudged her softly toward the hall as she grabbed her purse and keys, Because this award dinner is a big dealand Danas at practice, and Shane Tina gave a Bette a knowing look and rolled her eyes, causing to Bette to chuckle through a cough. Just try and get some sleepand theres soup in the fridge, so if you feel like you can keep it down then heat it up, Tina called as she walked toward the door. As Bette walked down the hall, she heard the door open, then a quick exchange between Tina and Alice, and then the door closed. She crawled into bed. Her whole body ached and she felt slightly light-headed. She eased herself in between the sheets and started to feel her eyelids get heavy. I hate the ***** flu, she mumbled as the room dimmed around her.

**

Tina pulled the sheets so that Bette was completely covered, then smoothed the hair out of her face. She gently stroked her forehead before turning around to leave the room. Several minutes later she returned with a tray: a small bowl of soup, some crackers, and an herbal remedy tea. Tina had stopped by a Chinese herbalist shop. The elderly man who usually tended the shop wasnt there; in his stead was a young Asian man who apparently didnt speak a word of English. Tina had spent the better part of an hour trying to mimic the different symptoms of the flu before his face brightened with understanding (or at least Tina hoped). As he handed her the small parcel containing the leaves, he gave Tina a strange look, wiggling his eyebrows and smiling broadly. Tina assumed he was just extra proud at having figured out what she wanted.

The tea smelled wonderfully rich and earthy. She placed the tray on the nightstand and sat on the bed next to Bettes head. With two fingers and a playful smile, she pinched Bettes nose and waited for her to snort awake. Bettes body jerked and Tina released. Bette rolled over, taking deep breaths and slowly opening her eyes. Hey, how are you feeling? Tina asked softly, pressing the back of her hand against Bettes cheek to gauge her temperature. I feel all achywhat time is it? Bette replied snuggling her head into Tinas lap. Tina chuckled at Bette; she was milking her illness for all its worth, but played with her hair nonetheless. Its time for you to eat somethingcmon, she said as she lifted Bettes head off her lap and reached for the tea. Bette sat up, crossed legged, and took the mug in her hands, taking a slow sip. What is this stuff? she asked, inhaling deeply. Its an herbal remedy; I picked it up at the Chinese place.

Several minutes later, Bette had finished all of the tea, most of the soup, and some of the crackers. Good girl, Tina said affectionately, smooching Bette on the forehead. That tea was great, Im really feeling a lot better, Bette said settling back down into the bed. She watched Tina leave the room and rested her head on the pillows, closing her eyes as she felt the warmth of the tea and soup seep slowly through her body. Bette opened her eyes suddenly; she could feel her face flushing red, as if her heart was pumping blood solely to her head. She pushed the sheets down, finally kicking them down to the foot of the bed. Her entire body suddenly felt on fire, every pore was pulsating with heat and she sat upright on the bed feeling the irresistible urge to rip off all her clothing. She got up from the bed quickly and walked over to the window, pushing it open. She moaned out loud as she felt the cool breeze caress her face.

Babe, what are you doing? the sight of Bette with her head halfway out the window had made Tina stop short at the door. Oh, God TinaIm so hotIm burning up! Bette replied breathlessly, turning her head slightly so the breeze hit her full on the face. WellBette, dont stand in front of the windowget back into bed, Tina said, smoothing out the sheets and arranging the pillows. Bette turned away from the window and the second she saw Tinas figure, she felt a surge of desire erupt through her body. She braced herself on the window frame, chest heaving as she continued to stare at Tina. Tina was on all fours on the bed, reaching to fix the opposite side of the bed; she looked up at Bette and jerked her head, signaling her to get back into bed. Bette swallowed hard and unsteadily made her way to the bed as Tina settled down on the edge of it. Bend down so I can feel your forehead, Tina said looking up at Bette. Bette bent down, hungrily attacking Tinas mouth as she pushed her down onto the bed. Bette Bette wait Bette. Tina found herself overpowered by Bettes lips; she was kissing every inch of Tinas face, lingering over her mouth where she would suck voraciously on Tinas lips and tongue. Bettes hands were just as impatient, slipping under Tinas top and eagerly caressing and squeezing every piece of skin.

Tina wasnt sure what exactly was going on, but she soon found herself lost in the sensations brought about by Bettes lips and hands. She pressed her hips against Bettes, moaning loudly as Bette continued to touch and kiss every part of her. Bette lifted Tinas shirt up and over her *****, sucking and kissing each one in turn, as she stroked Tina through her pajama pants. OhBette! Tina shouted as she grabbed Bettes hair in both her hands and opened her legs, hips rocking to Bettes motion. Bette roughly pulled Tinas pants and underwear down in one motion, pressing her tongue to Tinas ***** firmly, then flicking it wildly. Tina moaned loudly, scratching the back of Bettes neck with her fingernails and bucking her hips. Bette held Tina down with her left hand, as she used two fingers of her right to slip inside of Tina. She thrusted deep and fast, slowing down only after she felt the first wave of Tinas contractions around her fingers. She increased the tempo once again, bringing Tina over the edge again.

She quickly climbed on top of Tina, removing one of Tinas hands from her neck. Tina slowly opened her eyes and Bette took Tinas fingers into her mouth and sucked on them hungrily; Tina seemed to come to as she felt her hand being taken between their bodies and finally being placed on Bette. Bette gasped and began rocking fiercely on Tinas hand, throwing her head back as she continued to aggressively caress Tinas ***** under her shirt. Bette finally let out a loud moan, arching her back and then falling forward onto Tina. Bette rolled off of her and onto her back; they lay side by side as they both tried to catch breath. Whatthe hellwas that? Tina asked huskily, her throat was dry from breathing so hard. Bette grinned and turned her head toward Tina, I dont knowI just saw youand I just Bette shook her head chuckling. *****! she whispered. Tina joined Bette chuckling, as they both reflected on how wild their love-making had been. That tea made me so hotlike literallyand then I saw you Bette was interrupted by Tina climbing on top of her to straddle her hips. Tina had a huge smile on her face as she leaned in closer to Bettes face, BabeI just realizedI dont think that tea was meant for the flu