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I am finding the development of the matching of Nos / Cal and Blake/ Emon quite endearing. Orion is a bully but he just needs someone to tame him. Now that would be interesting! Sad to lose the partnership of Sven and Luc, though. They provided Nos with a loving stable home.

A hot chapter. And more to come! Has Marcus got the wit and stamina to play them both? Or maybe they're playing with Marcus? Time and more explorations will tell.

Enjoying the development of this story. Marcus is starting to find out what a legionary's life of training and discipline is like. Titus is vulnerable . I hope Marcus is going to keep a close eye on him and is able to offer him protection if needed.

I met my late life partner at the beginning of a walk; one that lasted thirty years.

What another Box of Delights. Esca gobsmacked twice in the space of minutes. Declan "a wooing " Andy like a "proper " gentleman should - but with a replacement jacket instead of a corsage. Exquisite! Just loving this development. Then for a moment when Andy is devouring his bloody burger, meat " so rare it was almost mooing " , I had this vision of it being a prime cut of MooMoo!! . Thankfully it wasn't because we move from the sublime (?) to the ridiculous. There must never please be an episode without the adorable lunacy of Lucas and his new henchman Ronan. Sadly I don't think we have found a replacement for Sir David Attenborough. But just for a moment my imagination ran wild to a series of Life on Earth consisting solely of bloopers. If nothing else the world would laugh together.

Again a beautiful chapter and for me the most difficult so far to comprehend. I reread it two or three times then the whole story. I was reminded of the religious self flagellants of the middle ages. The mortification of the flesh to free the soul etc. Oliver is a modern day version. Not perhaps in the religious aspect, but in his use of his body to achieve through pain an epiphany. And by the end of the chapter there was a beginning.

Lucas is incorrigible. He has now corrupted the "dress sense" of Ronan and Declan. I think Marcus needs to watch out! I'd love to see what he would send the teacher to school in.

Theo has found his way back to Jack and Vince and stands before the wisdom tree. Rather than ascension Jack has chosen to stay and fight with them. The three must hold the battle against the trees until twilight when according to the prophecy the Whiteflame pack will be revived. To join them in the Final Battle.

Lust in Leamington. What would John Betjeman have made of this?

Late, as usual, to a great story. But this means I can read and enjoy at my own pace.

The apalling hateful characters in this story are balanced by the loving spirits at the ranch. Sadly hate sometimes gains the upper hand. And is not always punished. This story is one of love versus hate. And if love is strong enough it will overcome any obstacles. You are beautifully putting together a story of an eternal battle.

Marcus put in his place and banished, Ugur and Adam freed of his pernicious influence, Nico genuinely happy recognising that Ivo and Henry both needed to work off a stressful work day. A beautiful satisfying chapter in every respect.

You have eased us gently into this story. From descriptions of Roman life amongst the upper echelons of society to a relatively easy journey for Marcus to the Rhine. To a frontier fortress that is a landing stage for expansion across the Rhine. This will be the beginning of a likely rude awakening for Marcus - and for the reader. I am looking forward to the next chapter and any change in your writing style will only reflect the harsher environment of frontier life.

No no no no no. Yes yes yes yes yes. Mental overload again. From the dread of Esca's abuse of Andy to the mind blowing absolute hilarity of Andy's scout camp. From weeping to laughing aloud. I shall have to make SEVENTEEN cups of tea ( chamomile) to assist in my recovery.

Having spent 24 hours in prayer, I believe that in every night of darkness there will always be a ray of light. At least in your tales. I see three. Lucas and Ronan. A force to be reckoned with NOW, not just as I previously commented as Leaders of the Pack in 50 years time. When they can spare the time from humping that is! And the newly introduced Barnaby. I look forward to the confrontaion on the sidewalk between him and Esca. When he can spare time from grooming. Barnaby that is! As usual I am loving this story and at the same time working steadily through Charlie. Marvellous story telling.