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Of course they matter, but they shouldn't. Whenever we see someone in the news, on the street, in a club, we instantly think of how they look, what they are wearing, or how they are presenting themselves. It's unfortunate really. I say that because I have quite a few friends that I wouldn't have if I based my decisions solely on looks. But, the society we are in capitalizes on the skinniness of someone, or who has the bigger biceps. Long story short, yes, they matter. For me, personally, they matter for about the first five minutes...then after I actually start getting to know someone, it dawns on me that there is human being there and that looks will last only for a little while. I don't fall in love with looks...I fall in love with the person.

I liked this chapter a lot. It's interesting when I saw you write about his psyche because when Jason says "I did this to you," Peter doesn't respond with a "no you didn't, so and so did this," but with a let's forget this happened. Also interesting to me is, even though you want to forget something has happened, it's hard to block something traumatic out. What's going to happen when all the memories (if they do) come flooding back? Looking forward to more.

Oh. I like being the first to comment. This story is just what I needed to cheer me up today...it's been a bit crappy (another story would make me even happier, although I feel that that is just WISHFUL thinking). You do a really good job of putting the reader (me) into Jason's head. I almost think he's just been building this wall and not letting any emotion in our out, except the feeling that he still isn't good enough for Peter because of the money issue. Also, it's like he holds himself (I feel) up to this impossibly high standard of not letting people down...and by doing that, I feel as if he won't let himself truly be happy because he is too busy worrying about letting everyone down. Or...maybe I am crazy, exhausted and imagining all of these things. Who knows? I can't wait (he says with a little nervousness) to find out what happens to Peter. I think that if you kill him off, you may have a revolt on your hands. I hope you can live with that (I am being facetious). Whoo.... that was almost longer than your chapter! -Matt

I liked this chapter. I remember the first time I drank too much...that was a rough morning! I am also glad that you've kept the humor in there. Also, it's killing me not finding out about Peter (even though I know it's coming)...which is a sign of a fantastic author, keeping people guessing. The only other author that has done that for me has been JK Rowling...

Liked it! I am glad that he is trying to keep is social life active, though. Life must go on, even if one doesn't feel like it. Good chapter, Andy (if I may be so informal).

I agree...much quicker turnaround! Good chapter, but nothing definitive about Peter. Again...think its on purpose. I like this story....but I'm scared that you might kill Peter off...and I don't think that'll do...

So...I know I am responding to your chapters backwards...mostly because I was jumping chapters to find out what happens...but this, by far, is my favorite chapter. It's painful needing to wait for the next chapter...but me thinks you do that on purpose....at least until the end...

I think you left some hints in this chapter about Peter. Maybe it's wishful thinking...but I have a feeling he is coming out of this coma soon....

Great story! Hurry up for the next chapter, though!