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That was great fun... Well, not for Soren, poor guy. But it all worked out well in the end. Very nice Val..

What the...! Jenson will loose his mind if Merrick's not ok. Whomever is responsible for this corruption is certainly making mistakes, possibly because Merrick is nipping at their heels. I'm sort of at a loss here with all the worry about what comes next, who has Merrick, will he be ok.. You get the idea. Nice chapter Lit, the suspense is building and we still know so little for sure..

Umm, if it turns out that this was all a dream.. I jest. I know it isn't because there is only one place that's rugged and lacking amenities such as a proper bed, and that's where I'm sure the boys are. If it is, I'll invoke the slow clap. Nice move sending us into panic. If it isn't, I'll be forced to go Def2 a la David2... The whole breakdown of the day was great. Kaz is the best friend the boys could have asked for. A Grandma.. That was a lovely surprise, and I hope it means more good things for Andy..

Sometimes, when in a relationship it's hard to see the truth. And if you do, it's becomes easy to make excuses rather than admit that you were wrong, or you were too stupid to listen to others, or you're embarrassed. Then it's too late when the beatings start and you feel stuck. But people like Sean with massive egos schmooze their way into your life and become parasitic.. I'm sure Tait thought Sean would change and I'm sure when he didn't, Philip's warning crossed his mind. I'm glad now more than ever, it's Philip who's standing with Tait.. It will probably give Tait the opportunity to see what love really looks like, and Philip could stand to be on even footing with Tait.. Wonderful chapter tim...

Chipper and CJ had great chemistry from the start, so it's great that it continues here after their tryst.. I'm just going to point out that some of the best and long lasting relationships are built from these kind of beginnings..... (What are you saying? Give it up? I can't hear you! ) Ritchie! Yay.. Always so happy when he is around. It's funny that when he shows up on the canvas my mood is a little lighter.. Wish he didn't have to go back.. Actually, I think the boat to Bimini is taking in water even as we speak.. Both CJ and the dads are right in their own way about his mom.. A man that's not your father disowning you hurts. Your mother backing him up is devastating. It's still fresh for CJ, but he lucked out with real dads and they in turn him. The comraderie between the boys is infectious. Chipper is fitting in just great with the three amigos. I'm looking forward to them more and more. Loved the flow of this chapter as always Carlos. I'm telling you the Elite 8 will have nothing on this younger crew..

Loving the multiple POV's. It advances the story while giving us a somewhat incomplete, but needed view of the 'whole' picture. I never got the sense, (or maybe I didn't pay attention) that Tommy didn't like Twoey.. Does he know about Matty/Erik Help me out? The hostility now I get because he is in protective mode. At least the guys are talking now.. They just need to move faster for David's sake. Randy has David pegged...naturally. Alex, I get the appeal though.. No word from Twoey.. should I be worried.. D2 is satisfying every part of me with this type of confrontation. It is so much better when you can use people's arguments against them and render them speechless. PPF knows he's been challenged at his own game and there's fuckall he can do about it. I wanted to drop the mic when D2 was done.. Still I worry how far David is getting from us. Well done chapter again SkinnyD!

Well we know from Tommy the dolls are truly having the desired effect. Guys a a really a different breed. I say that with no ill will.. I'm just thinking back to when I was that age, girls would have been on the phone from jump. Gossip, speculation, closer friends trying to decide who would do the confronting. Even if the clueless confrontation came later, the group would have all been in touch already. In any event I'm very unsettled with all of this.. I wonder if Tommy's mother realises she's part of a harem of if she thinks she's special.. Hehe.. Poor Alex...another girl falling for David. And D2 is going to recruit Chuck?! Good chapter SkinnyD!

What! I definitely didn't see that coming. PPF is really a F... Makes sense though why he yells and screams from the pulpit. He's got to find a way to compensate for his puny peeny.. Ugh! David2 is doing recon now? I really hope this doesn't end badly.. The friends are all weighing in. I wonder who will be the first to reach out.. I miss is one day and there a three chapters.. Yay?! (Joy and fear) Moving on..

Sometimes being strong is exhausting. It doesn't stop the doubts and fears that creep in and overwhelm. Sometimes the tears, hidden or free can be healing or refreshing. It doesn't take the memories away, or help with answers, but somehow you manage to feel strong again, to face whatever is next. There are those who will be/are strong for you too Gary.. Hugs.

Yeah, I don't trust Katsumi at all.. Daisuke is a snake. I hope his betrayal is discovered quickly and his punishment is long and brutal.. sorry? I wonder how Vladi will feel about the hit seeing how he is in with the Russians. Nobu is not a friend, but this puts him in danger and Viktor might have strong feelings about that. I suspect loyalty and trust will be at a crossroad in this power struggle. Nobu now has so much more responsibility. He has to be more vigilant, more involved. Oh, this is just getting started isn't it..

Well, everyone sort of said it. But if you need me to put a hit out on that guy with horns on your shoulder, I can.. Seriously though, I'm glad you don't give in as tempted as you may get because you're more than good enough..

This may be my favorite chapter yet... Well done!

A really great chapter Parker. Andy met the family, got through that. Then he got through Mrs. K and Lena. You managed to showcase his jitters and anxiety through it all. Add to that his fear of genetically inheriting his father's evil. I really hope he finds calm soon because holy cow, I know I'd be rattled.

I really hope Andy gets what's coming to him. Thank goodness Sarah was willing to listen, so now at least Rayn and Daniel have a chance to clear this dreadful mess up and get back to them.. It was heartbreaking to read what Rayn was going through and then to see how it affected Daniel too. I feel for both of them.. You did a great job portraying the pain and hopelessness in this chapter..

Somehow, I don't think Toby will be laughing long. Besides being undercover he will be learning the way of the Dom, and I think it might take him by surprise. At least I hope it does because.. Oh what fun that would be..

Shoot, I enjoyed that too.. It was a rocky start but I'm glad the two ended up having fun. It would be nice if they forged a friendship on their own. Like after Jackson gets ungrounded and realises his friends aren't really friends and he still wants to hang with Luke. They could both benefit from each other.. Nice chapter..

I'm disappointed that Steve didn't feel Toph was worth an explanation, even though he was looking for a clean break. I think his new painting might be symbolic of that effort to be more aware or involved in his own life somehow.. Not just painting what he sees, but the possibilities. Which I think was what Oscar was trying to say to him.. See beyond the immediate, to the bigger picture. I guess that would also apply to the off hand way Toph has been living so far. Toph does have so much to learn. About people, relationships, himself. Hopefully what he is learning now, he will remember to apply.. I hope my thoughts are making some sense. It was clearer in my head.. Thanks for another wonderful chapter SkinnyD...

Dear God, what a chapter.... Holy smokes.. I guess not waiting was the right move for all of us.. I mean them... You could not have written that love making scene any better, and I cannot be any more eloquent.. Well done.. Very. Well. Done..

I only have a little comment... I really enjoyed The Holly and The Ivy, and what was most remarkable was Noel's evolution and mine as a reader because of it. I was on the fence in the beginning about the choices that were thrust on Noel. It made me and others a little philosophical about his whole situation. But the way you handled, or had Noel handle himself in overcoming his own mistrust and dealing with what he faced, made me a believer in the end when his choice was made. It was a thrilling journey and I look forward to part two.. Now to all of you who don't match your socks.. You're giving me agita just thinking about it.. Don't your toes rebel? Your feet protest? Do you even walk straight? OMG!

Oo yay! Even as Raphael seems to be torn up by the past, I'm excited for his story.. Already the drama is set.. Like Puppi says, maybe we will get to see him come into himself. That also means too we will get to visit with Talin and Dimitri..

I totally get Patrick's tears. He's fallen in love and that love is wholly returned. He's getting to be part of a family, something that he's wanted. It's happening fast and it feels so right you have to cry or you'd explode.. With joy of course. There is a wonderful connection you've created between these men and it's impossible not to get swept up and want it for them to. Now to meet the aunt... A lovely, funny and fantastic chapter. Well done Tim.

See, the thing with David being David2, is that I fear he will be in so deep, getting David back will not be without casualty. He is singleminded in his march to win this battle and could very well end up being his own worst enemy.. How ever will the friends react to this David... Twoey gets it though.. He's mad at God, but as sad and heartbreaking as it is, he gets David. I'll give him a moment to mourn, and then he needs to think of something that can help. Confide in Ginny perhaps. That's what I want but how Twoey proceeds will be another thing. When we get Tommy's POV you know it's serious. Poor kid is confused and that's got to be rough.. At least we know that David isn't the only one tuning out the Pig Pastor, and Tommy doesn't find his mother's food all too appetizing either. A splendid but unsettling chapter SkinnyD...

This could almost be a start to some kind of story.. Lol.. I did feel badly for that guy though.. Nice prompt Val, Loved it.

tim, this was really really good. Emotive and vivid. Probably even more haunting than the story which inspired it.

Poor Eli.. Acting out in school. This is going to be hard for him trying to understand why and being left with potential clues.. I hope he does talk to the therapist.. We also got a better take on the dynamic between him and his mother. What the heck did Jacob get into? Questions, so much I need to know.. Can't wait for more..