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I think the collar sounds beautiful, and the promise that comes with it. I promise to give you all the love you deserve. I promise to not hide our love, but to broadcast it audaciously and with possessive pride. I promise that I will not let an old man’s homophobic demands keep me from fully committing to and basking in our love. I look forward to how you get Kenji (and poor Ai) out of this deadly shitshow.

What I find fascinating is that River and Kenji haven’t done a scene since they’ve been together. Something in Kenji builds to a point and then he ties River up and does whatever he needs to feel on an even keel again. It’s like a 24-hour flu, then he feels better. Also, you can’t just leave a criminal enterprise like the Yakuza or the Mafia. Kenji’s options are limited. And now I’m wondering … will Kenji send a team of bodyguards home with River? Word will get around that he has a romantic partner.

I don’t know how Kenji expected River to spend his time, but chillin’ at the hotel day in and day out is not realistic. Shopping and sightseeing with Ai gets old. He needs a creative outlet. He needs his work. I don't think Kenji really thought it through. He wanted River with him, which is sweet and wonderful, but he hasn’t altered his life to fit River in. Something has got to give.

So, are they recruiting younger members who’ll blow it all up with their fuckery, or is the Business literally dying out? I could Google this, of course, but I want your take on it. I think Kenji wanting and asking River to visit was HUGE for him, and River let the moment pass. We know he goes to Japan later, but I thought this was a turning point in an already important visit. Also, we all know Kenji’s father knows about River, right? You don’t get to be king without having well-placed sources. Great chapter.

I hope we’re not nearing the end. I’m interested in how they make room for each other in their lives. Curious if River becomes “kept,” (I know he travels internationally with Kenji on business) or if he stays in the apartment and the shop … and his side gig. Also, curious about how much Kenji will trust River with intimate details about his life and what he does (and the people he’s closest to). And I’m assuming River will get bodyguards? So much content to play with here.

Thanks for updating so frequently! This story is fun. Again, me focusing on the wrong thing: the wolves are vegetarian now?

Everyone is asking the big questions, meanwhile I’m wondering how big this effing bed is. I mean, we’re talking four good-sized dudes. Is there something larger than a California King? As for the big questions, they give me a headache and I’m trying to just surf along until shit becomes clear. Niggling thought that won’t go away, tho: Where is Luis, and was he created with Theodore? Are THEY brothers?

I’ve enjoyed this story very much! I appreciate that it’s more than boy-meets-boy, lots of sex, and that’s it. The setting is refreshing, the relationship growth realistic, and the ending so open, I find it very hard to believe you won’t return.

Please consider an epilogue to let us know what career Joe chooses, if Mhairi decides to date, how Colin’s business turns out, etc.

“We were up at sparrow-fart” made me cackle! Also, being around Americans in Europe often gives me secondhand embarrassment … and I’m American! I agree with @Cane23 about the sentence, “He was the first person that I'd ever really worried about, wanted to take care of.” A sweet and realistic definition of love.

I immediately thought Mark went wherever Beatrice went. And maybe they’re being held captive by Theodore, who needs one more son to make his family complete? BTW, why does no ask why Theodore’s name is always said with such dread?

Mhairi and Colin know, so now you can tell us: what illness did/does Owain have? Is there a plot-related reason you’re keeping us in the dark?

Hooooly shit. I didn’t grasp that at all! (Obviously.) I thought Jeremy suffered an accident in the future. I agree with @centexhairysub— subtle hints along the way that readers can put together at the end a la “Sixth Sense” is the way to go.

This ending works better, in my opinion, because the story is wrapped up nicely. The original ending could’ve worked if you spent a few more chapters playing out Derek’s mental breakdown to where he felt suicide was the only answer. In other words, more character development. Also, the boys were completely missing from the original ending, which didn’t make sense. There are times where such a jarring ending can work, but this story was not one of them.

Welcome back, Cia! I’m so glad you’re on the road to recovery. Take care and happy holidays!