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Lot of interesting things in this chapter, liking some of the background of our protagonists and would like to see more... Concerned about Felicity self-medicating, why the medications and what is in the needle?

Fantastic start, loved the imagery throughout this chapter... One section truly hit home for me... Ashlee burst out of the ground level door into the chilly air. Taking a chance on her shoes, she ascended a grassy embankment onto the street. The Metro station was at the edge of her vision and approaching ever so slowly as her skin started to moisten under the layers. Ashlee replayed the phone call as she kept her punishing pace up the sidewalk. She hadn’t come up with a plan yet for coming out to her mother, but whispering it into her casket seemed like a pretty good one.

Different strokes for different folks, it is a wide world we live in and alcohol as a lubricator can lead to some unfortunate/unkind moments no matter which way one swings... One can certainly hope that no pictures were taken as one or two could lead to quite the ruckus....not to mention custody issues...

There is the disused building that might server a nefarious purpose but hen while the comments and speculation give us so many more freaking red herrings... Then there is the following... “And you say Sam was aware of his grandmother’s intention to pass on her remaining assets to the tribe?” Calhoun asks me. “He knew. She wasn’t shy about sharing her disappointment in his life choices. I think it broke her heart a little to see what he’d done with the money his parents had left him. That might have been what prompted her decision to give hers to someone else.” “Not just someone else,” Calhoun says. “You.”

Starting out 2 and 1, with Corey's insights in coaching has to be noticed by some of the team as Craig picked up on...I would not be surprised if the majority of the team rallies around Roy and Corey...

Talk about repressed libidos...they have it bad...

One of the hallmarks of a great story is the reactions generated, and boy oh boy did you hit that nail directly on the head, to me while I was shocked by the ending it was what made the story so enjoyable, it ranks right up there with some of the best Twilight Zone stories/episodes... This is one of the best things about Gay Authors, to be able to present original works for we readers to peruse and enjoy. I will be the first to admit it, life for all of us can be demanding even at the best of times and I think most of us look forward to some light, enjoyable reading. On the other hand, I enjoy well thought out tales that make me think and react via the comment section! For the most part, in my writhing I tend to shy away from the overly dramatic along with minimizing extreme violence. Once I was challenged to go way outside my comfort zone and am not sure if it was the right thing to do. I believe you can attest to that by way of some of my comments...I have to agree with @weinerdog, I like the idea of an alternate ending or a full blown 'Dallas' treatment. Either way I am fine with whatever you decide. Once again, the first version was tremendous, you managed to hit a home run every author strives for...to that I say, well done Sir!!

Let's not forget Andrew Jackson and the Trail of Tears...

All I got is ...

Well, that was one sweet and entertaining chapter to say the least... Ok then, as the car nut here, I whole heartedly agree with the way the restoration is going on the Mini Cooper S. To some aficionados, that car could be considered a "Barn Find" with the caveat recognizing that the car wasn't garaged but stored outside. Because of that, critical safety systems may/might have been compromised as well as the overall integrity of the structural components. While there are those who 'barn finds' more desirable, the more you use it as is, or any minimal work done, detracts from the value. As long as any work done, and this includes primer and paint, is OEM, the car won't lose value. As noted before, there are bespoke workshops that can, for instance, recreate the electrical wiring harness to OEM specs. Ok then...enough car talk...it is way too soon to think the boys might decamp from Harry's...Everyone grows up and leaves the nest at some point, I don't think the boys are there yet!! That's my story and I am sticking to it!!!! Happy belated New Years to all!

I'd believe Dominic, I would gently ask him to explain things a bit better if it were possible or provide more details...There are other students he is mentoring, do they share similar incidents? I would not willing to rekindle with Zach, yet...if at all... As to Jackson's face, is there another explanation??? I would not confront Jackson without witness present and do it in a public setting...if the accusation is found to be true, the school needs to be notified... And under any circumstances is Dominic to be alone with Jackson.

humm.... "Jack Hume and Eric Meeks. Two individuals in two new bodies. Your consciousness has been reincarnated, time has been reset, and the cycle will continue. Total active core count: 28,657, calculating humanity extinction probability: 99.7%."

Oh my goodness...what have we gotten ourselves into? The Queen ignoring the warning signs, Aaron's hasty exit from the amusement park and now we hope a safe return to the castle...will Itumak pull it together??? What awaits our protagonists upon their return???

Both Parallax and the 'council' need to be put on a fast rocket to nowhere...

For god's sake don't frigging wait... Nodding meekly, Tamir hung his head. “I’m sorry. I should have told ya sooner.” “And what about that kid who showed up earlier and kicked my ass?” “That was Kyle, and his dad did the same to him. That’s why he and Mike are so tight.” “That’s fucked up, man. But if either of them touches you or me again, I’m calling the police.” “Right. Can I trust ya to keep this on the DL. I technically wasn’t s’pposed to tell anyone this shit. And it’s my ass if Mike found out.” “I got ya, baby boy—I mean Tamir.”

While the scene isn't necessary my cup of tea, it is nice to see this relationship growing... I put my hand on his arm and kissed him, "Look, I mean it, it's not a competition. It's meant to be fun. And that's it. So, whatever you are comfortable doing. And nothing more. I'm happy to match you, and you look good in whatever. As long as we can find a dark corner for a bit of extra fun, then I'm happy. Right?"

Thanks for sharing this with us, it is appreciated!!!

That was quite the train ride/wreck...

Calling all @weinerdog's where is you???

Oh look @weinerdog, number 25!!

A great way to bring this chapter to life, so many right moments hit, thank you for sharing. I would insert the theme for Jaws with the following... “It’s a small peninsula on the coast of Brazil, north of Recife. We will fly there and rent cars to get to the house. Nat Chusi owns it and was gracious enough to offer it to us for vacation. It has all the amenities of a luxury resort but without any other guests. There’s plenty of uninhabited forest, too, for our wolves to enjoy.”

For some reason this party has been sticking in my mind along with the inordinate amount of time Andre spent in the bedroom helping with the costume change as it were...I think Chris needs to reassess his relationship with as one so eloquently put it, with the millennial princess...and as to the sheets...WTF as others have noted...

Oh happy days are here again...the following resonated very strongly with me “Don’t mind you asking me anything… not anymore. He married a woman what arrived from his country.” “And you still love him after such?” “I reckon I’ll always have love him. It don’t ever go away. He always planned to marry, and he said so from my first time laying with him… never hid it, and never lied to me. Truth is, it be arranged by their families when he was still a boy of thirteen, and I reckon he did love her, but he loved me too… maybe even more than her. He said as much, but he was a man who wanted a family above anything else. Can’t fault him for it.” “It’s good you can think well of him. You’re right the love never goes away, but it can get easier to think on,” Lucas said, his gaze saying something more than his words. “I believe that too. Never was angered with his choice, but there be plenty of hurt for sure. Lucas?” Now, on to burning that stub of the sawed off broken branch and the wildings.... Thank you for this Gary and the best of the New Year to you and your readers....

Things that make you go humm

So much going on and we are no closer to any answers... “Theodore…” She sounded frightened. She shakily pushed back her hood. I didn’t know she could be frightened. Her face was painted with regret. “Your pack was cursed. It all started here. When you were still a pup in your mother’s belly, I felt like you could be different. I shielded you from the curse. I severed the connection, but at the same time, I severed your bond with your parents. With your pack.”