A Single Mom Meets Someone New Ch 111

Bette leaned back and took a sip of her tea. 

“Well are you going to let me in on your plan. At least then maybe I won’t have fight the urge to kill that woman.” Gillian said. 

“That woman has a name. Geri.” Bette said. 

“I know. I just a little confused at how you think playing nice is going to help you win Mom back.” Gillian said. 

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“That went well.” Tina said walking into her bedroom where Geri was getting dressed. 

“Tina, I can’t do this.” She said. “I thought I could do the whole wife, kids, and picket fence thing but I can’t.” Geri buttoned her shirt.

“I don’t understand. What happened? Did Gillian say something?” Tina asked. 

“No, she was polite and friendly, not at all what I expected. She was perfect, too perfect.” Geri said. 

“Then what gives.” Tina said. 

“This life, kids, the ex who everyone loves, it’s too much for me. I can’t handle it.” Geri said grabbing her shoes. 

“Too much! I told you a long time ago my kids come first.” Tina said. 

“I’m just not the right person for you Tina.” Geri headed for the door. 

“Well I’m glad you figured this out sooner rather than later.” Tina was upset.

“I’ll see you around.” Geri said and walked out. 

Tina picked up the phone.

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Gillian’s phone started to ring. 

“It’s mom” She said. 

“Are you going to answer it?” Bette asked. 

“I don’t know it’s your plan. Should I answer it?” Gillian asked. 

“Go ahead.” Bette said.