Hey, Straycat! Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts with me, and I appreciate you leaving chapter likes so I can follow your progress. There is still a lot of story left, but you do make a very good point. From the time Tobyn entered my mind, he had his little idiosyncrasies. I understand him, and so does Kellar, but at times he has us scratching our heads. I would just say that they are strengthening each other, and really, not much time has passed since the day they met. They'll get there... and you are right that they don't know if or when they might see Reznick/Redneck(lol) again. Hope you are enjoying the story so far. Thanks again and cheers... Gary....