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Very Very interesting developments in the chapter. I can't really begin to figure out who is after the kid and why. I don't think the mafia would be stupid enough to go after the father through a kid he barely acknowleges. It has been a while since I read the beginning, but didn't he beat the kid too? Kel has no warm feelings for dad, right? Anyway, I'm surprised Noom hasn't asked him more questions about his life. Isn't it possible that by asking questions he might figure something out like who is after him or at least if any attention wasn't paid to him lately or something. It seems these two have some sort of bond. I take it noom is not any kind of supernatural while Kel is. I find it really interesting how their moods build on one another's. And how Noom reads body language and such so well. Noom is a really interesting character and I want to know more about Kel. More about his past and present. I'd assume the norm isn't blood but body parts lol. Just for the reason we see now, blood can be taken when someone is alive. I wonder how noom will do with this attempt to prove the hit was done.

I'm glad we got a better idea of how he ended up where he is with Roger. that said, I don't have softer feelings for roger at all. I think from the pick-up on, he took advantage of what he read on Josh's face. His insecurity and feeling down when he was rebuffed at the club...but roger swooped in after watching it for a long time and waiting for him to be vulnerable. He reeled him in and then slowly gave him less when he knew Josh would accept scraps. The fact that he'd still want to have sex when josh said he was sore was disgusting to me. It's all about him. He's a selfish man. I'd like to know what happened with Blackjack that could change Josh so much. Is that part of who he is with Roger or just how he is with the horses? I have to be honest, I feel like the story is kinda stuck in one place. I'm not trying to be mean...I just like to be honest if I like an author/story alot. I feel like these two are just stuck and I hope that something shakes things up soon. It bothers me to see that Galen is getting like Josh and settling b/c he doesn't have Josh. He's going to hurt Ethan more b/c of it. Josh is just wilting away and dying inside more and more. He's more aware of the fact he's settling than I thought. But, it seems clear to me that fact that he loves Roger and his belief that it's enough, will keep him in that relationship. I really don't want to see the story endlessly stick watching two characters just stay in the same wrong situations. I wish you would at least have Liam make a move with Alannah b/c at least I'd see someone moving forward in a healthy way. I am wondering what is in the water at HH's thatmakes even Liam and Alannah happy to just stick with what they have and not want more or show some balls and go after what they want. I Hope we can see some steps forward. sorry to seem so frustrated I loved the chapter bc of what we learned. But, his unhealthy submissive behavior and his continued assertion that he's in the right place got to me. Once again, I also wish to hell someone would see what roger is up to in his city life b/c i don't believe for one second he isn't filling some free time and some other guys thanks! Thanks

I agree the pastor is dad. I'm wondering if Tara and Chelsea are together. It was really important to her to have silas meet her. Tara reacted wierdly when she found out he was gay and chelsea hadn't said it. I think they might have been having a moment and that big biatch officer decided to play morality police. I'm still frustrated with Silas and his inability to a) accept help, b)even hear someone out about the Ian situation and c) He is big on the 'you aren't homeless and you haven't been through what I have' and doesnn't seem to realize that there can be more behind the mask everyone wears. Even without a shared but he won't hear people out. I pity him b/c it's like he lost faith in humanity and just can't let anything or anyone back in. I guess accepting dinner from Adam and meeting Tara are a start. But, I think he'll run if he feels to comfortable with them, just like he ran from the band. I wonder if he'll hear about the band from Tara. Maybe she'll hear about them since she seems to be into music. that'd be cool. He'd be happy to hear that. I agree that Brady did the right thing, b/c he definitely isn't in a place to let someone in and accept love. He's set on surviving on his own with no kindnesses from anyone. He must be so lonely. I wish too, that he'd remember what his parents told him when Ian left and keep in mind his siblings probably were told a story of some sort. They may have wanted to know where he is or find him and been stopped.

Wow, Xavier went postal there for no reason. Jealousy made him treat Louis like shit. But, especially after the night they spent, those things were way out of line. i think he will have alot of making up to do if it isn't too late. Louis has been going against his gut which said he shouldn't get involved with Xavier. Now, Xav just gave him reason why he was right. why didn't he eat crow when louis came back? I wish you hadn't ended it right when he was going to respond. It felt like an awkward place to stop. But, I hope when we get the next chapter that Xavier doesn't keep talking from his jealous place and make it all worse. I hope he is smart enough to grovel. I'd hate to see Louis get involved with Davon. I think Louis was innocent in wanting to do his job, but I think he should have okay'd it with Xavier. Xavier was pretty specific that he didn't want him meeting Costa, and in general, I'm surprised Louis would decide he should have a meeting with him when he doesn't know if that is part of his job description or if Xavier wants that. I think he should have spoken to his boss about it or at least to Ben. That was a big assumption to make that it was the thing to do. That said, Xavier has to apologize for his actions. But, they need to draw lines between work and out of work if this will work. Hope these two communicate! They're good together so I hope they get their stuff straightened out! I would consider looking at transitions. it's only my personal opinion, but I think it would have made more sense to keep their waking up together in the last chapter. And end with the reminder he had the meeting. When he got out of the shower and louis reminded him, he asked for the file. Would he have the file there? Then you started Louis' POV with the same reminder, but they were suddenly in work. If he was reminding him later at work, he'd have said something like 'Sir the meetings starts in 'x' minutes.' Just some critique that I'd give to someone if beta reading. Hope you don't mind.

great chapter ...i knew andy was it ...but he didn't seem so gung ho...and if he knew who Ricky was,why admit being from the mainland? How could he orchestrate coming out with that goon as he was walking through the park...that was wierd. I feel like that would have been heard to arrange unless someone was watching Ricky and sending his location. The chapter was great and I can't wait to see the next one. something tells me that Andy wasn't totally acting..he seemed to be into Ricky. I wonder. Should be interesting.

Dr. I disagree. I don't think his viewpoint should lead to his terrible behavior. he didn't have to act like a rude brat. He is feeling sorry for himself. Does he deserve to to a point, okay. But, taking it too far and leaving a woman crying in the street isn't justifyable. why didn't he weigh what she said? That ian didn't just forget about him. He wrote and called. Looked on the internet. He abandoned him? What could he do? He was told to get out and the kid should understand that given he was about to be thrown out too. Only he chose to leave before he was shown the door. He should be mature enough at his age to realize that Ian had to survive too. And he didn't have the support of a pet which makes a difference b/c it is a source of unconditional love. I think this kid needs to stop feeling sorry for himself and give ian a chance. To not give Jenny a chance to talk and to treat her so rudely is not okay. He needs to grow up b/c if not, his misery and lonliness is his own fault b/c he'll have had a chance to be happy. Shouldn't it mean something too that he is with a partner? Clearly Ian has roots here with his spouse and their family. so he better sit down at his little campfire and put some thought into events and his behavior and choices. I hope his new friend can help him, but what will he do if she offers her POV..scream and stomp away? I'm hoping he does some soul searching for his own sake. If not he's setting himself up for alot of unnecessary pain. He had a loving family up until 2 yrs ago. It's not like he was alone during his formative years or alone all his life. Even if his parents should't win any awards he had a sister who loved him dearly. He really was damaged from the events and probably hurt when brother more than he was aware of. But, he had more than Ian did. He should be grateful for that and a bit less cynical. He has to give someone a chance and why not let that person be a brother who loved him while he was allowed to be with him? what would talking to him do? He doesn't have to pack up and move in with him, but he could listen to his brother and see if their experience is similar or at least see how he feels about his brother's story and hopes for the future of their relationship. Time to think about someone else other than himself. I hope he can. I personally hope he can do this sooner rather than later.

I caught this story for the first time tonight though I had bookmarked it when I saw the first chapter as looking interesting. glad i finally got to it! It is wonderful. I didn't even stop to comment I was enjoying it so much. It has been heartbreaking watching Seeon grow up. The most heartbreaking was the fate of his twin sisters. The Waza family is wonderful and I am so happy for Seeon! I love Mika too as a match for him. I think Seeon will be good for him too. He will round out his quick temper and soften those sharp edges. Yet Mika will clearly love him and treat him well. It was really touching to see Seeon begin to realize this was a whole new ballgame! he seemed to be willing to accepte that too which is great. His trying to smooth out the bookseller's bad behavior showed a big change in him. And i was glad he opened up to Mika and told him what he'd expected his life to be. I'd have liked to have him explain his upbringing a bit more. I am glad he was not declared Ma Ne earlier and maybe then he'd never have identified himself as a male. Luckily he never really lost that within himself even if the world treated him like a woman. It is interesting that he seems to be fine loving a man. He didn't really have a chance to develop a sexual identity b/c by the time he thought that way maturity wise, he was told he was the wife. That said, I think it is about the person for him. he is falling for Mika b/c of the man he is and how he treats him well. It's working out well. I feel like there should be more than one chapter left b/c there is so much I still want to know. I want to know about his abilities, as it seems he is stronger than the priest who may not have been as good as he thought he was, but was still strong. I really want to know what Mika's life is life and his future and dreams. It sounds like he wants to go into this space program so what would that mean for them as Seeon would go too! what will seeon's duties be? Will he be able to find his interests or abilities and do something? Will he have any way to talk to his more open brother who is king now and maybe tell him what his lie is like. Maybe influence that sexist, old-fashioned, and at times barbaric society he was from? Gosh I wanted that priest slapped by Mika. I was so happy Oma saved Seeon from the indignity after the wedding night and just got one over on the priest whose face must have been priceless. So, overall this story has been very good and the start was tough to read, but I am glad i held on, hoping things would change for the better for him. Look forward to more. maybe you will consider taking it further? greedy I know!

Here he is a step ahead of his boss, etc. He's obviously trusted and bright..but it isn't a red flag to him that Andy was there from the mainland? He said that he'd have to be rich or something else, so it seems it isn't easy for someone to come from the Mainland. He's come there at the same time these agents might have. I'm shocked it didn't occur to him, esp. when the sweet older woman got it out of him that his hook up was from the mainland. I kinda wish we had a better idea about the place they live. Is it an island off the mainland? why has there always been a fear of the mainland threatening them? Who was the girl who died to him? She was another agent, but was she more than that to him or just someone he was close to on the force? Why are there so few peacekeepers now? This spark is their form of electricity, right? I like this new chapter alot.

I'm hoping his further charity question refers to asking about Ian. I really was glad for him to soften on the issue of seeing his brother. How could he resist? And has he thought about how his brother felt losing his family and losing his little brother who he was close to? And then to see his brother and lose him a second time must have been very upsetting. How could he have contacted him? The family wouldn't speak to him. He wouldn't be able to just call the house and ask for him. Anyway, I hope that he gets over his fear and trusts his brother enough to believe he wouldn't abandon him. How will he pay Chelsea back? That is a concern. he may have to hit his bro up for work or the money to do so. He'd be smart going to the diner and seeing if his brother is there...maybe he'd spot him the meal. Well, I look forward to seeing what he'll do. I'm glad he didn't have to reduce himself to doing the exchange with Adam. I wonder who the idiot was who called the police about the kid walking with his dog. Pretty stupid if you ask me but there are always people like that. Good chapter.

lol I love puppi's solution...but then what about poor sabrina...can't leave her out! I loved the experience between Jimmy and Brian b/c it showed this whole other side to Brian. Here was this guy who hated how other lovers had treated Jimmy and gave him this mind-blowing first experience as a top. It seemed to go well for him too. But, it showed the cocky guy had this other side which was really interesting. And then he blew my mind by letting Jimmy's hurt get to him so much. I thought that his lust for snowflake would block his mind to that, but he literally became this avenging knight instead of leaving Jimmy behind in his dust of their night of mutual fun. He surprised me. that all said, Snowflake's reaction didn't hold up for me in terms of the way you'd characterized him so far. I guess I didn't feel like it made sense that this insecurity was just another facet of him like we'd seen other facets of Brian. The way you developed him as a character and maybe moreso, the cultural development (not that I know anything about the Finnish, I just am going by the way you wrote it) didn't seem to leave room for him to fall apart even if he took Brian's rebuff as disgust for his body. He seemed proud of his body, he knows he's got this ethereal beauty and I didn't see him getting all self-depricating like that. His hard exterior and confidence didn't seem to be a mask...it seemed to be him. Is it just Brian has hit him that hard? I guess we'll see. Interesting development for all these guys...and lots of angst to go around. Hope they all lighten up a bit hopefully, brian lets jimmy down lightly...i could see him liking him, but i think there is something between brian and snowflake that just won't be denied ..bring it on!

I think most of us are worried about Ethan, and rightfully so. I'm so glad galen was able to make love with him, but I felt like smacking him when he pulled the 'let's just keep it like this for now' thing. His language even 'let me enjoy himf or as long as it lasts is someone who is holding out...for who or what doesn't matter. It just seems unfair that Ethan clearly loves him and seems to be the one settling for what Galen can give. Measuring how well your relationship is going by 'how long you haven't thought about the other guy' is not a good sign. I like Ethan alot. Sadly, Josh is a pretty steady thing in Galen's life bc of buck and Liam and whether he thinks he can let him go or not, I'm not buying it. Josh on the other hand, is deluding himself about his 'workaholic' boyfriend. Everyone there is drinking the same koolaid pretending something isn't up with roger's behavior. How can liam question it when he won't ask out the girl of his dreams afte years, is it? Sadly, when it falls apart for Josh, I think it will fall apart for Galen and Ethan too and Ethan doesn't know why. Maybe seeing josh and galen around each other might give him a warning. If there are ranks here for the frustrated, I have to join them.

I was pleasantly surprised to go back to the band so quickly. I really love the depth of friendship you've shown between Jack and Brady. Like someone said, there is a shorthand in conversation that comes with really knowing one another, but sometimes it is what a person knows that you haven't said anything about, that really shows a connection. Jack saw something of what brady felt for Silas when brady hadn't recognized it. The fact that Jack was willing to go back so brady could be happy and because he cares about Silas clearly, was really cool. I give Brady credit for having this belief system and I just wish I believed in the universe as much as he does. That is alot of faith to put in the ideas that 'if you love someone let them go' and his own theories about the nature of performances and the way he relates that to Silas' life. while I think he has something when it comes to silas having to work through things before he'd welcome them back, I'd be hard pressed to believe that he'd be locatable after they went to Boise 'if it's meant to be.' I wonder if Drake will find himself thinking of the band? He seems like he's great at putting things out of his mind when it might cause unrest for his soul. The way he could walk away from this brother who didn't really do anything cruel to him, just to prevent himself more hurt shows he had to be hurt worse than just being told to take a hike b/c he's gay. there is something more fundamental in his distrust of those close to him. unless he really was that close to his brother and that deeply hurt b/c he was so young, when he lost him. I wanna know more about that hurt bc you've made it more clear here that his future hinges on resolving that.

You had me effectively scratching the crap out of my head on this one until Casey and Jackson (and later Vash) showed up in the clearing and then I went 'Yea!' Using the name eddy again didn't help me. At the risk of seeming like I'm doing an interview, I really am curious....what made you decide to bring us these flashes from the future, where you reveal some big things for all our beloved characters and their future progeny. Here we see they adopted kids before we get to see the three of them bonded as mates. You could use it as a big moment to come or a future story even. How do you decide what to reveal in this way, especially when you're working on the story for their parents now? Don't worry, there is still enough to write a story around this anyhow. We won't complain, I swear!

off to a great start! I really like the interplay between these two characters...and the other play between them too I'm really curious about the world they live in. Where are you referring to by the mainland and what city is he living in? I'm not sure if you are setting this in our world or not. I think these two have interesting lives I can't wait to learn more about. What are these Sparkies...I assume they are junkies? Drones take pics if you smoke a cigarette...must not be much crime to worry about. Though it seems Rick is a cop of some sort. I'm looking forward to more of this.

I'm really hoping someone finds a way to learn more about spirit animals...I guess we still don't know much about Aki either. It was nice to see Hel doing so much better. School does seem to agree with him and he didn't seem quite so obsessed with James to me. Others seem to think he was, but I felt like it was maybe tempered by some of the boys at school like Paul maybe? I'm sure he's still crushing on him, but it didn't feel as desperate. I LOVED how the description of his spirit wolf even changed for the healthier over the past weeks. I had to laugh at Ischa getting him a pair of weights with his first check. lol I'm not sure that is what Aki had in mind when suggesting Ishca contribute to the household, but that is so much like Ishca to do something sweet for Hel and also to help him with his appearance. i laugh though...it's like Aki's the strict parent and Ishca is the one that gives in and spoils. Great chapter.

I'm curous as to why he wouldn't want to know from his brother, what happened all those years ago. I understand being upset he didn't contact him, but is that reason to ignore him? Is a chance to say hi to someone who you loved and loved you not a better idea than sitting in the woods? I'm a little surprised he's got this total avoidance idea when he was treated the same way his brother was. If anything, you'd think he'd have commiserated with is brother. just for the sheer craziness that he'd walk into a diner and see him all those miles from home, would make seeing him kind of a destined thing you'd think.

Uh oh... I really think it will get awkward next time Bri, Scotty and him get together. I'd like to think it can be seen as 'just fun' but Brian has a crush and i don't think it will go well when he has to see Scotty huggin on Jimmy. We'll see. So how cool would it be to have a real hunting lodge as a play fort! Could you really just build on that land without owning it? That must have kicked ass as a place to hang. All these kids should just move on in and forget their parents! lol I hope we get to see Doug open up a bit, either playing the big bro role to the boys or to get an idea of how he is really doing.

I'm surprised his parents didn't question him further about Louis. They have to find it odd he'd offer a guy he has't met a 3 yr contract. Ben especially knows how he's been with finding a secretary. I want him to push to figure it out. I am so happy Louis was able to finally let go and just be with Xavier. At one point I was getting tired just from following his intense need to think lol. They definitely make a HOT couple and I love that they had that element of sweetness at the end. There is definitely something there. I hope that Xav will use louis for more than copies and keeping the office clean. I'd love to see him be able to run the problems with that company past him and have Louis help him with his take on it or thoughts, etc. I'd like to see him prove he can be a worthwhile partner with him in the business. I'd also love to see Louis find out that he is the first guy he has been with. wonder how he'd react? I hope Xavier tries to romance him a bit...maybe flowers or something. i think Louis would like that. that was sweet for him to take him shopping. hey, he is eating the food too. great job!

Man am I intrigued. Why is he scared of this man who is a brother I guess? Addy didn't have a negative response if that is what she scented. I'm really wanting to know how he ended up on his own and where from. I can't wait to find out more.

It didn't occur to me for a second that Marco attacked Daniel and it was clearly Kyle who gave him the drugged drink and was put off too easiy when he tried to get something going with Daniel. I am kinda annoyed with Everett though for not trying to help his brother. Even if it was Marco, wouldn't he want to know if his brother was forced? If he didn't think his brother had any gay tendencies, wouldn't it be more likely he'd worry it was forced? I just think if his brother acted a bit broken before he left, an older sibling should have cared to help. I kinda feel badly for Marco in a way. Seems really drastic to drop out bc of a guy. It's a shame. I don't think he was all bad, just a bit immature...though I have to confess, my memory of the story isn't perfect b/c it had been a while since a new chapter. I wonder if this kid Ian is possibly the brother of someone involved in the accident with Everett. I wonder how he'd react to seeing him in Andy's room if so. Will it bring it all back in a way he can't deal with? I hope Andy doesn't back out of going to Everett's, though I think he will. I hope he can go and maybe be there for Daniel. I'm not sure where his and Everett's relationship is going. It seems like they are floundering. I guess we'll see what happens. I Hope you can put out a new chapter soon.. I was relieved to see another chapter b/c so many stories go on hiatus a bit and never get started back up...so thanks for continuing it.

Interesting chapter to learn the history of 'the people' All the more terrifying for knowing what the Travelers were capable of back many millenia ago. God knows what they are capable of now. What do they want now? Echo is losing power cleary and what does that mean for the Temples? What were the temples capable of beyond the healing chamber and the energy pulses that killed threats? Are the Furballs now no longer a part of the greater mind? I hope we get some of the answers in the next chapter... I feel badly for Echo. How much knowlege can he impart to them? Without him, what can they really do? They know so little. How could he last all these milennia and die now? I guess stopping missiles can tire anyone. lol Does Echo want help from Jim and Kyle's people? Why would the army bother when they wanted the destruction of the planet? i guess the only way they'll fight the Travelers is if they believe they could gain access to weapons and energy that could be used to rival them. I can't see the commander working with Kyle and Jim. this is shaping up to be a much bigger story than I expected. I am kinda sad to realize it will continue in other books b/c we're so wrapped up in it. It will suck to have to wait. I hope there will be some time for Jim and Kyle to develop their relationship further. If it is high action and craziness the near future, they may not have a chance to. I can only say one thing, you better keep Tag alive and well or you will have an up-rising!!! Thanks.

Oh no....wow, that was short-lived happiness. I was so happy he was considering going along with things and giving Ethan a chance. I'm just not believing Josh will leave that scumbag or be good for him. Now you tell us his newly found peace is probably going to explode. I guess it is human nature not to want the person who is good for you. it is some sick twist that we want what isn't good or isn't possible, etc.

how did they know about the track you took home? I hope the little bastards weren't lying in wait or worse that Pete was around. Damn....mean cliffie!

I thought he had said something about choosing a new name. That's good if he didn't have to get used to a new one. That would just add to the feeling of not being himself anymore. I had to laugh at that list of lunch stuffs. Maybe Ischca was making up for all the food prep he didn't have to do for the Vampires! lol It is nice to see Hel feeling like a kid again and enjoying some confidence after all he's been through. I'd like to say he'll pass his crush on to Paul, but that could be dangerous too if Paul isn't gay. The crush on James is harmless enough, though seeing his image superimposed over other guys does suggest a bit of obsession lol. We shall see.

Wow! First, the Pete thing is really scary. I wonder if it's some kid or even some screwed up teacher. Someone like Rainier could have set it up. I wish your dad had been less affected by theories about gay men. That little talk was cringe-worthy. I feel badly that so much anger is being held inside. My one thought is that it could be the only thing that would give you a chance when the bullies came around. I'd have been happy too if some of it could go toward Pete if he fucked with you again. That said, it could have ruined your life to hurt someone worse than you could take back. Having people fear you couldn't be the worst thing in the environment you were in at school. Reduced your chance and the chance that your friends were picked on, but it wasn't healthy for you. I hope you got to talk to your friends to release some of the anger and to warn them. They could be next and poor Scotty might come out in worse shape. Obviously what Beau said didn't get through to your dad, as clearly he is okay with any action you take that 'shows you're a man.'