Thank you, Mark, for the interesting chapter. I am looking forward to what next 4 chapters bring!
I can understand why the reviewers' dislike Lord Bridgemont because he seemed two faced. Americans tend to be very blunt, straightforward, honest, and get to the point while British aristocrats are social class-driven. I am pretty sure your next chapter may explain why Alex is acting like two different people. I hope the mystery of Alex turned out positive news and no one gets hurt because I like the idea of Granger storyline cross with CAP storyline. Please, Mark, make Alex's excuse for being that way to be positive! :-)
Anyway, about Max's HIV status in the last chapter,.... sighing... I wish discovering the 2nd test is negative was true for me when I was 19. But, I'm grateful my health is in a great shape today still.
Thank you for the twists and turns because it keeps us on the edge!