Timothy M.

It's such a deceptive start to something which suddenly turns serious and then exciting. They're off on an adventure.

They achieved everything they set out to do. But it was terribly sad when Morgan died. But at least he was in Jon's arms and he'll be born again and be of the Light. Tyler came full circle and he and Jon can be together for the rest of their lives.

The love story between Lawson and Scott was touching. I'm sure they'll meet in another life. It was a good choice to make him the Prince.

It's one of my favorite chapter, especially the part about the dagger, but also when we learn Tyler is the paladin. It makes perfect sense.

In their hour of need they found help. And those who helped were reminded there are still people who are of the Light. And Carlos learned an important lesson, and he also got his wish to go on a quest and learn to use his magic. (PS you may want to edit the story for the empty lines which appeared after the latest update. They make the reading less smooth.)

So maybe Aidan will actually tell Heath the truth about his dysfunctional workplace now. And Michael forgot the most important way to catch Aidan: show interest in who he is and what his dreams are. (and get him a better job)

Great lead up to the wedding. Cassie is a wonderful planner.

Well, if you say she isn't stupid and selfish, I shall have to concede that part. But I still don't like the way she acted, because of the consequences it had for Grant and Eliot. I'm glad they don't see her any more, and I hope it stays that way. And I'm sorry if our discussion about abuse took the focus away from the main theme of the story, which to me was Eliot's bravery in refusing to give in to Grant's unreasonable demands, and his kindness and love in giving his boyfriend another chance.

I'm glad they're taking time to have fun in between all the discussion and lessons. I immediately knew who was in Kieran's life network, although Krol was a bonus. How long will it take the high king or some of the other high elves to discover the sudden improved health of Ranevargar and question the cause ?

And what I'm saying is that she can be stupid and selfish EVEN though she's a victim of abuse. If she had gone back to Jim that other time they let her stay - I would have felt sorry for her. Breaking the ONE rule they had for letting her stay makes her lose my sympathy and respect. I'm sorry, but being under his thumb was no excuse for the stunt Eliot described IMO. But I agree their therapist will focus on what can make their life work and ignore the problems of Sarah, who is not her client. A bit of personal take in the spoiler, if you think I'm lacking in sympathy.

You have some good points @Thorn Wilde. And I don't blame Grant's sister for being unable to ditch her abusive boyfriend on her own. But I do blame her for disrespecting and rejecting the people who tried to help her and got hurt very badly. Let me give you examples: 1) she let her abusive boyfriend enter the apartment although this was the one condition they had given, as per the quote below. 2) When Eliot was hurt, she was upset they pressed charges, and not only that, she became estranged from them over the issue. There is not a single word in the story indicating she felt any kind of sympathy, guilt, or remorse over Eliot's suffering or permanent loss of sight. THAT is why I call her stupid and selfish - not because she got preyed upon by an abuser. 3) The therapist they're seeing is apparently not trying to explain to them what you have written, according to the quote below. To me this indicates that the counselor's take on the matter is that Grant has been taken advantage of by his sister for most of his life - and indeed, isn't this what Eliot objects to, quite reasonably: that her needs are Grant's first priority, ahead of the comfort and safety of the man he loves? This pattern must have been set before she got into an abusive relationship. I can feel sorry for women and men who are caught in abusive relationships, and I don't blame them for not being able to escape. BUT just because they're victims doesn't mean they're automatically nice persons. I reserve my right to call Grant's sister stupid and selfish for those acts which had nothing to do with her being a victim of abuse, but everything to do with her personality and behavior as presented to us by Cassie. It's one thing for her to defend and forgive him for abusing her, because 'he's in her head' - but the moment she took his side against Eliot and Grant, she lost my sympathy. What if your friend's abusive boyfriend had attacked you, because you were trying to help her? Would you have understood and forgiven her if she had sided with him after that? If so, you're more of a saint than I can be.

I'm glad Micheal found someone who can make him happy. And that Kris got what he deserved.

I think they've had sex, but without Grant touching the right side of Elliot's face. There are several ways they could do that, no matter who is topping. To me this was simply another step forward, to create new experiences to overcome the trauma of having his face smashed.

That's why I don't blame her for not being able to take the initiative and leave. But if she refuses the help and support of her son and Andy, if she tries to pretend nothing is wrong, if she insists on hoping he will get better, that's when I'll shake my head and focus on feeling sorry for Adam. But from her thoughts it seems she knows her husband is an abusive, controlling, violent alcoholic, and I'm still hoping Adam and Andy can persuade her to leave.

I'm off to bed. Have a nice week-end, ladies and gentlemen.

I can't see the icons I'm OK with thinking about your naked body, it's just the image of long intimate body hair fluttering in the wind which is a bit disturbing. and that makes it better, how ?

Well, it seemed logical, since it was a reply to a suggestion you should wear clothes when driving, rather than sit naked on a hot leather seat.

Glad I'm not the only one. I was sort of thinking about the front (and under her arms).

I want to scrub my brain to get rid of that image. Can't you make do with the wind blowing through the hair on your head ?

Well, if she doesn't grab at the opportunity, I shall lose whatever sympathy i had for her, and reserve it all for Adam, who has to live with the knowledge that both of his parents are idiots.

Such a sad story, even though they managed to stay together. Elliot was the victim of his partner's inability to see his sister for what she was: a stupid, selfish woman who refused to take responsibility for her own life. I hope she got an abortion, but I bet she preferred the attention she'd get as a 'mother'. Grant will be spending the rest of his life making up for his mistakes and earning the love and forgiveness of Elliot. I guess it's better than the misery they felt while being apart. Extremely well written, Cassie.

I agree with @mayday. Eric should make a drawing for Andy and Adam. Maybe one of their garden as he remembers it from his visit, or of the venue for the wedding if he can trick Andy to take him there in the near future. Seeing and hearing yourself on camera is always unsettling. But if it inspires Eric to be more aware of his looks, it's worth it. Small improvements could make a lot of difference for his confidence and in the way other people react to him. I know it sounds shallow, but first impressions mean a lot, and he'll get more attention and respect with a little investment in his appearance. Not all of his scruffy looks are due to age or poverty, and while it may take him time rather than money, he has plenty of hours in the day. I hope Andy and Adam will confront Felicity as soon as possible. She seems to be at the point where she just needs a chance to escape, and she'll grab the opportunity with both hands. They can tell her how much it would mean to them, if she could attend their wedding as a free and healthy woman. Does she really want the mother of one of the grooms to be a battered house wife and perhaps unable to be in any photos? No strategy is too tricky to get her out of her husband's reach.

What a lovely revenge on an unwanted visitor. Hopefully, the idiot will now spend ages complaining to the stupid sister.

That's what happens when your story only has 28 followers, there are less than 700 views of each chapter except the first one, and the latest chapter got far fewer comments than the ones before. And I think most authors here worry constantly about readers losing interest, especially someone like me who post irregularly. It is a reason to treasure each and every like, comment and review.

Diego surveyed his equipment one more time to make sure he had everything. Sandwiches in a box with a thin cooling pad? Check. Chocolate biscuits, crisps, apples and other snacks in another box? Check. Two bottles of water and two cans of beer. Check. Napkins, a knife, and two blankets which could double as towels. Check. Two thinsulate pads to sit on. Check. He packed his rucksack with Marine precision, laced up his boots, and took a last glance in the mirror. Every time he saw the pendant,