Timothy M.

Well, I'm glad the story jumped back in time from the epilogue in the first story. I like seeing them building a life together.

I agree @Graeme and I'd love to be a fly on the wall for the dressing down she's likely to give her bigoted bastard of a son.

I would have been more prepared for the time jump if this had been labelled Epilogue. I thought his grandmother had died. I'd have liked to see them face the rest of high school together. But it's good to know their love lasted.

So nice when great mothers are part of the story.

Ha, what did I predict: Andy won the next round with the Major. And if Brody wants to keep singing like that, he really must quit smoking.

The only thing I don't like about Brody is him smoking. Talk about morning breath. For Lisa's sake I hope she can make him quit. Andy and Will are getting comfortable in their relationship.

I agree. Thanks for giving me the final push to start reading.

I loved Will's boyfriend moment. But has Andy told his mum yet ?

Seems like the Coach finally caught on. His lecture was the final drop.

I'm getting worried about Will getting permanent brain damage from being beaten up by the Major. Concussion is serious, and he should have gone home to lie down.

I agree - and I think the confrontation with Andy was a draw for now. But eventually, he'll lose there too - not to mention Andy mum and Will's uncle and aunt.

And this is where they need to get the principal and the teachers involved. Or is Mr Greenwood the lone hero among a bunch of bigots ?

Body is something else. I'm glad their connection and love sweep away all the doubts and worries. A wonderful first date. Oh, and the Major may have influenced Will, but his grandmother was the important nurturer in his life.

I agree @Graeme That was a pivotal moment in Will's life.

Lisa is kind and clever. I hops she doesn't get caught up in the silly cheerleader and popularity stuff.

Like I said - Greenwood will be a good ally.

To thy own self be true... I think Greenwood may be a great ally.

It's a good thing Andy is confident and persistent. And to the ending.

They're being realistic, and Andrew would need to talk with his mother first, in any case. Good to see Jared is a true friend.

Just what I was thinking. Good thing Brody was there, and I loved him coming to the point. Can you spell deportation?

Why is everyone assuming Richard is a dick ? I know Drake says he went behind his back with Bernadette, but I wonder if that's true? Maybe he fell in love and told Drake as soon as he knew? Bernadette seems to be someone Drake has known for a long time, so perhaps she's the reason why they were invited. Maybe a relative of Rocco, since they're sitting on that side of the church? Anyway, Richard might be staring because he's hoping to see Drake being OK and happy with his new boyfriend. Surely, Callie has ripped him a new one for breaking her brother's heart, if he didn't work that out from Drake doing the disappearing act and not speaking to him or Bernadette for three years. I wonder how Drake (and Jimmy) will react to a contrite Dick? (and yes, I'm allowed to speculate, because I haven't read the next chapter.) I loved the way JD is laying the groundwork for them to date for real. He's doing it right in front of Drake's nose and nothing he can do about it. Promises of forever JD's not going to accept a fake break-up.

Greg has admitted his mistakes and asked for Chris to forgive him. He has basically told Chris he's the only man in the world for him and he's willing to do anything to gain his trust and love. Chris recently noticed how Greg is the one to try and mend matters when they have a disagreement, no matter who is at fault. To be sure, they still have a long way to go before they can have a romantic relationship, and Greg has to show more of the original man Chris met and was attracted to. Let's not forget that in the six years gone by, Greg only visited his father a few times, so the two main interactions of Greg and Chris were the original meeting and the disaster right after Greg's father died. Chris may recall Greg being nasty during those six years, but he'll soon have many months of Greg trying to win his regard to set against it. And there was one huge advantage to Greg turning his back on Chris six years ago. Chris has had six wonderful years with Mr. Montgomery, maturing and becoming a man who can stand up to Greg and hold his own. They would not have had an equal relationship back then, but they may be able to now. Greg has suffered a lot more anguish during those six years than Chris, which serves him right, and he'll always have to live with the fact his mistake cost him his father's approval. I don't know much about D/s relationships, but as far as I understand the sub has as much control as the Dom, just in a different way. I think that's why Greg laughed at the end, because in fact Chris was very much in control at the moment he decided to forgive Greg. What is the saying: To err is human, to forgive divine ?

Ah, sorry, my mistake. Glad to know you had some sleep at least.

Yay, it's Fixed !

While you're waiting for new chapters I recommend going back and reading the story again in the light of this chapter. Perhaps leave some comments, but beware spoilers. That's what I did.