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*nods* The bond might not be a problem, but they certainly have enough other ones to face.

Kraig broke the kiss and gasped for air, his chest moving like bellows. He whimpered, running his hands over my body. I rubbed his side gently, the ripples of his ribs reminding me of how much he’d been through. I didn’t want him to wear out before we got to the good part. Eager to combine our scents and claim him again, I pushed one hand between us and circled our shafts, pressing them together. Kraig cried out and pushed forward into my grip. He buried his face against my neck and shoulder, r

Happy Birthday, W_L!

Happy Birthday!!

Thank you! That's everything I need.

I hate it with non-communication is the conflict in the story so I didn't feel like that was needed for Kraig and Deke. Thanks for reading, Valkyrie!

LOL! When have I ever made it easy on my characters? Thanks for reading, Puppilull.

Thank you!! It's hard with the 1k chapter, but there are always more each week because 1k is easy to do even when life is busy. I appreciate the review!

I'm glad you agree with their talk being necessary. That theme in fiction drives me CRAZY!! Misunderstandings can crop up (like this one) but I don't like the "big issue" to be the fact the characters don't talk to each other. Besides, there are other issues they're facing that are way bigger that will work far better than stupidly not telling each other how they feel.

Hi Shade456, thanks for reviewing! The reason the chapters are short is this is written as part of a weekly 500 to 1000 word prompt inspired flash group I am in called the Wednesday Briefers. It is harder to write this way, and readers always want more, but this way at least you always know you're getting more each week.

LOL! Romantic, right?!! Deke's voice just came to me that way, and it made me chuckle. Glad you liked it, Lux!

Sometimes insecurity gets the better of us all, and I definitely think that's where Deke is coming from. You're right, though, because Kraig is facing so much.

That might be best, and I've had other readers do that too. Sometimes when I create a new paranormal theme, it can take time to flesh out. I know the 1k format is hard, but it's what I'm stuck with as part of the Briefers--and it keeps me posting each week at least. Thanks for trying to keep up with the story, though, Geemeedee!

I'm glad this chapter explained the soul/spirit issue better. Deke is very focused on Kraig, but he's got a lot on his plate too. That'll become more apparent as the story gets further into the plot. Thanks for reading, hun!

Yep, the feelings issue is hard to figure out. Is Kraig not aroused because of his physical state? Or is it more... cause he did leave. Deke definitely has a lot of insecurities too.

As good as Deke has been, I think he's also wrestling a lot of guilt and that's leading to his insecurity. Not always easy to think with a clear head!

I can't believe you were reading on your phone! That's insane, but I'm glad you like the story--even when it's heart wrenching. Thanks for the review, Molly.

Never mess with the momma! LOL I love writing strong mothers in stories.

“Us?” Kraig craned his head back and looked at me. “I thought you wanted to know what the doctor did to me, what I knew about the way he changed me. I’ve been trying to remember if I heard any names when the others came, but my memory is hazy.” I shook my head. “That’s important, but I still need to finish going through his files. You’re malnourished and exhausted. I don’t want to put you through that trauma after all I’ve already put you through.” Kraig frowned. “You’ve said something like th

*nods* Honestly, there is just too much legally associated with that to create that sort of event on GA. There are many different events like this out there, though, for people who cannot donate money or volunteer for things like a blood drive. For instance, Dreamspinner (my current publisher) is sponsoring a short story anthology due in July and one In September for a one year "contract" with authors donating stories between 3.5 and 10k. Site staff will do the editing/eBook creation as a donation of their time/graphic work, and then all proceeds will be donated to area LGBT communities. That's the one I'm participating in because I've met most of the company's staff in person and have a good working relationship for a few years with them, so I trust that the donations will go where they say they are going. Search out those sorts of opportunities, definitely, but make sure you know all the ins and outs of the event.

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Maybe no one else had ever noticed, but Kraig should’ve remembered. Whenever I ate at his parents’ house I dished up my plate first, and I’d take things I knew he liked—because Park knew his favorites too and would as much of them as possible. Once we sat down to eat, usually out of sight of the adult werekin, I’d take food off his plate and claim it for my own... usually after switching for the coveted rolls or extra burger patty. Just because he didn’t think I should blood him didn’t mean I w

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Oh, answers are coming, but lots more questions too! I love sweet and sexy alphas, and Deke is becoming more and more an ideal, though hopefully he won't come across as too perfect.

Well these guys have animal souls and many species might share with young, but within groups there is a strict hierarchy of who eats what and when. I'm trying to make this authentic without being tedious, so I'm glad you picked up on that detail!! Thanks for the review, Gary!