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A wonderful way to end Saturday evening for me! Powerful emotions of joy for the Whites as well as the brothers, a hint at what Travis and Jennifer may do to help, satisfaction to see some "family" justice resolving a problem in Vegas, Juan and Daniel finding each other, and yet sad for John as he faces Rebecca... @empath, you are one powerful writer!

Such job perks! Still, I'm glad Gray is following through with testing. I still get anxious when I go for testing for my own peace of mind! Gray is finding a very supporting community in his work!

Ok...I'm totally confused as to how Laura shot Carter time and again and there was blood, yet then the film played back? I need to re-read a few times to see if I can understand these twists and turns. Glad Laura is now in custody and waiting for her lackey, Dexter, to get his comeuppance!

It would be interesting to know how Bunny knows this stuff. He does seem to truly be interested in protecting Jamie from the "wolves" and Jamie's naivete. Jamie is showing how naive he is by trusting what he's been told to get him to agree to do the show and placing his trust in the producer. The mystery continues...

I don't think Grayson has anything to worry about as far as work goes. I do agree with @chris191070- I believe Animal's company is goint to get a call and that Gray is going to get the full-time position. Glad he is going to get tested! And I do hope those results are negative!

So...How did Jeremy find Carter? Will Laura and Dexter be found out? Stay tuned...I'm sure we'll be treated to twists we haven't thought of yet.

A beautiful chapter highlighting the need for various means of communication in a relationship - not just talking (which is very important) but also writing down one's concerns and sharing lists, emails, etc. Also needed are times of playing hooky and just taking time to let go and let live! Gordy is turning out to be a good friend who has brought out the simple joy of play.

Oli is going to slip up, I fear, in a mos innocent way in front of Dad. Then the proverbial excrement will hit the fan! Gray has a lot of support and the knuckle-draggers will soon either shape up or be shipped out! Very good chapter, @Mark Ponyboy Peters.

I stumbled onto this story, as I noted in chapter 1, and have been binge reading since as long as my eyes hold out! (I'm having some vision difficulties at the moment, but I'm pushing through!) Since I read the first story you wrote on here, ou are definitely one of my favorite authors! I'm so glad to see you in print once again!!! As for the story: This is the first post-apocalyptice story I've ever read and I will say, it's due to your track record as an author that I even began it! It's not my usual genre. These characters are each amazing in their own way. It will be interesting to see how Jake does fit in and what he will contribute. As for sources of water, I don't know how or if they could dig another well, but with their collective ingenuity, I'm sure they will come up with something! Thank you, Wayne, once again for sharing your talent with us once again. Tony

Which version of Therese is the real one ? The one with Ralph or the one with the girls? Or are they both just different sides of the same coin? Does she act like she hates Ralph around the girls to fit in? Is she simply lonely and wanting "friends"? With Ralph, she seems to relax and actually try to be open and accepting? I'd like to believe that is more real...but, in the end, the girls seem to be supported by both her and Ralph. That is more important. As this story comes to an end, will we have another "Ralph and Nolan" story?

Just when I think that the peak of emotion has been reached, you provide another chapter that brings them to an even deeper level! @Summerabbacat has so eloquently described the growth of so many of the participants. I agree with @gmc - I do hope Travis and Jennifer become house parents. Oli and Jasper will be a formidable team in helping the boys reintegrate into life outside their captivity. Thank you, @empath for writing such an important and exceptionally well-written story!

It is never a good thing for one parent to denigrate the other parent to a child, but rather to simply state facts. Damian doesn't hate his mother. It is up to him as he ages to determine his feelings for her. That can be better served through the therapist. Remember, there was a time when good memories were formed for Damian. Those should not be destroyed by any negative comments from Ludo. Ludo's feelings for Jackie do not need to be shared with Damian at this age. Jackie can ruin the relationship all by herself.

As I am in a fog about what year this takes place, I do hope HR deals quite severely with Tom Goodwin and then does something to alert the entire workforce about what is expected of them and what will not be tolerated. You can't enforce "respect for others", but the company can set for the their code of ethics. Now to see what happens with Raffa and Gray...

Hansi strikes me as a very direct German woman! She is very practical - knows her husband's plans were foolish. Jackie still has an air of mystery about her: I still don't understand what she plans to do about Ludo. Will she try to still falsely accuse him as part of a conspiracy? Does she think it will be easy to win Damian back with her stories? Is Damian smart enough to see through his mother's ploy and stay true to his dad? We do have the trial to go through yet. You do keep us fascinated, @Robert Hugill!!

What? And have the story end so quickly? Not yet, please!

How did I miss the first posting of this story? Nonetheless, I've started and am full engaged in the story, the format and the fact it is from one of my favorite authors!

When is dad going to get his ass kicked at home? Why is he allowed to keep this attitude without pushback from the family? Mike needs to report this incident to HR. He's the supervisor and needs to step up fully for Gray!

Worthy of a great crime drama on tv! Will the truth about Dexter's actions ever be known? Where is Leo for sure? Are the police working for Laura or whatever district they live in? Will their treatment of both Leo and Carter be made known and the guilty parties be brought to justice? So much drama and mystery to solve.

Thanks for bringing back memories of the CJverse! Carlos created such a wonderful world. I miss him and his talents. Happy New Year to all!

Daniel and Robbie are definitely acting like brothers! They'll fight each other and defend each other to anyone else! I'm interested to find out the rest of the story that Miranda started. Lovely way to move on to what looks like an interesting summer!

Ralph and Nolan are settling in comfortably. I don't see Morrie being a part of their relationship at this point if ever. The girls are delightful! Ralph is an excellent dad to them and Nolan fits right in!

This is made for prime time drama! Hope the next chapter comes soon!

@centexhairysub: I don't know about where you live, but idiots here in Flori-duh do crazy driving in parking lots, parking garages, on the streets here!

I don't like ignoring the texts, but there may be nothing that can be done even if they find out who is sending them: even if it is Mike, it is being done outside work, so HR can't do anything. The police may not be able to do anything as the texts are not threats to life. But I would like to see the troll have his fingers broken (I guess I'm reading too many Mafia stories, lol).... As @CincyKris said, this really was a sweet chapter with the potential budding romance/friendship between Gray and Raffa!

I don't underestimate the influence of Qian, Thomas and Brendon, Roger, et al, in helping Oliver's parents to reevaluate their positions. His brother will also be very influential! Of course, perhaps Billy and Sally might step in too. Comments above have adequately and eloquently stated all that I gleaned from this chapter. Each chapter just fortifies the overall excellence of the writing of this story! I eagerly await each chapter!