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How can we not follow each character with avid attention? Lee has a compelling story buried within; Avery is a joyful catalyst, who may yet teach Lee about love. Orson and Joseph engaged: I cheer for them. Thank you for the light in this chapter that illuminates the dark January days.
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Thank you for sharing what is partly your own story here. Rejection from one’s lover can be devastating. You describe some of that emotional hurt, and it cannot have been easy.
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@pvtguy Rick has been under Heinrich’s thumb for too long. He went toe to toe with the old man in this chapter and got away with it, just so he could spend time with Gus. Perhaps this will give him the moxie to fight his corner more vigorously and more often. Senior won’t like that version of his son much, I’ll wager. His blood pressure must be through the roof already. Thanks very much for reading, and for your thoughts!
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Cadet Fourth Class • I
Parker Owens commented on Carlos Hazday's story chapter in Cadet Fourth Class • I
I loved that Ritch found a long lost Aunt who reconnected him to his family. She seems way cool. I loved the father’s reaction to learning there was an Obama voter or three in his house. -
Heinrich Senior is fixated on ensuring a line of succession for his business, no less so than any keen monarchist. It seems as if the old man takes anything his son does well for granted, while hounding him about any minor hiccups. I hope you will enjoy the time Rick spends with Gus; he’s been looking forward to it, also.
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That's magnificent. Amazing.
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As you envisioned Rick getting drawn back into a company on the brink, I was reminded of Jimmy Stewart and It's a Wonderful Life. That happened to his character over and over again in that movie. Old Heinrich might have had apoplexy right here on the page, but Rick managed to keep his cool and left his dad fuming, but still alive. Writing it made me wonder if his father were on blood pressure meds; if he wasn't, he probably needs them now. Thank you very much for reading , and for your comments.
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You and I share an affinity for road trips. It was irresistible to include this one in the story. The best part of Rick's encounter with Heinrich to me was that Rick kept his cool and stayed in control of his temper - something his father couldn't seem to do manage. Rick does indeed have someone worth fighting for; he gets to spend the day with Gus. I'm glad you found Jared and Marta to be cute. I enjoyed writing them in this chapter. Thank you so much for reading this chapter, and for setting down your thoughts here.
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I love this. I couldn't help laughing! I have to agree that Rita would be very likely to do whatever she felt necessary to see her project to fruition. Thank you!
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Rick has had enough from Heinrich. He kept his self control, barely - but the old man didn't. The son may have the upper hand over the father at this point. I think your observations about Heinrich as a prospective grandfather are spot on. It would be very hard for him to butt out of parenting matters. I'm glad you enjoyed the car trip; I smiled at your thoughts concerning Rick's calm and laid-back approach during the journey. Thanks very much for your comments - and for reading this chapter.
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I'm glad you were able to overcome distraction and the urge to go out for chocolate doughnuts. Rick is very glad to have Jared along on this trip to neutralize the tension between the siblings. It appears he's very happy to be going, too, and to have the middle seat. Who knows where Heinrich got his arrogance? I suspect it's a case of being deferred to, and of having his own way most of the time. Rita seems as deep into her own affairs as Heinrich is into his - and equally oblivious. But if she did notice Rick's secret, it seems more than plausible that she'd use that fact to her own advantage. Your observations are most interesting; thank you for reading!
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Rick must already think the time he has to spend with Gus is worth confrontation with his father. Heinrich, spluttering and pop-eyed, must now be reckoning whether it's worth his blood pressure to renew the battle. Sliced bread? I love that expression - it's one my dad used to employ. I think it definitely applies in Heinrich's attitude toward Rita. He does know about her unpaid bills, but doesn't seem to care. Thanks very much for your comments, and for reading the story thus far.
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I'm sorry to have switched on your chocolate doughnut craving. Still, I'm happy the scene was painted sufficiently well that you could enjoy Rick's treat, too. Rick remained in control during his encounter with his father, but it was a real struggle to do so. One can only hope that the old man thinks twice before restarting that confrontation. I cannot imagine you being twitterpated! I hope your experience of a music festival was as much anticipated as Rick's has been. Thank you very much for reading this chapter, and for your thoughts!
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Heinrich can’t even imagine having a gay son; the idea hasn’t even occurred to him. I had fun writing Joey, though it was harder than I first anticipated. I’m so glad you enjoyed sharing Rick’s pleasure in a day with Gus. Such a fun change in him, isn’t it?
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Rick backed Caroline Lee’s Subaru out of her driveway under a bright early morning sky. A few cottony wisps of clouds trailed off to the east. The air felt fresh and new, with none of the sultry humidity that sometimes blew in from the south. He did not need an app to forecast a beautiful day. Really, the weather was just the final touch to Rick’s happiness. He grinned wide. I get to spend the day with Gus. Not much else mattered: not his father’s intense annoyance, not Rita Mc
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Lee may have begun a journey into a newer, different life. He’s still wondering if it’s not too late to change roads, not too late to go back to the old, well worn path. I hope he stays on the better path.
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Chilling, riveting, horrific. And Sawyer has another night to survive, only to establish himself as rabid, monstrous, and incredibly dangerous, all while Jimmy is no less torn in agony than his mate. Will they find deliverance in a merciful bullet? That tragedy seems too much to contemplate.
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Willy may or may not have recognized Rick. But now Rick has more reasons to bury himself in his work. Thanks for your thoughts and for reading.
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Heinrich is likely to be feeling burnt and frustrated by events. On the other hand, Rick has had lots of practice frustrating his father. It’s hard to feel sorry for Rita in this scene, seeing how much she has put Rick through. Thanks so much for reading this chapter!
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This was a fascinating and delightful tale. I enjoyed every line.
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I loved the description of old Mr. Corker. That was a great introduction of a fun town character. I'm concerned about what Lemon was up to in trying to dissuade our boys from buying the land they wanted. I suspect that isn't the last we've heard of that. But now our friends have plenty of horsepower to work their land together, and make it prosper. It will surely take a ton of work, making it ready to till and plant. Right now, in these sunny days, so much seems possible - even if Boone and Coy can't kiss on the main street right out in the open. However, they have their land and each other, and that's enough for them, it seems. This was a wonderful chapter. Thank you!
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You conveyed a visceral response in this prompt. I could feel the disbelief and fear there. Excellent.
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I’m very glad you enjoyed both the music and the chapter. You’re most welcome! Thanks for reading!
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Caroline has had a soft spot for Rick for a long while, it seems. She knows him as well as a neighbor might. You and Rick are thinking along the same lines as far as Jared goes. He’s no better than Gus at playing sibling peacekeeper, but he figured out a good possible ally. It sounds as if you have figured Rick out from reading carefully. I appreciate that very much!
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Thank you for making the connection between the text of this chapter and what is perhaps the most well-known setting of these words in the Requiem. You and I both are fans of the Faure Requiem. The Libera Me echoed in my head as I wrote the last section of this chapter. I hope other readers will hear it, too. In Paradisium is another unforgettable part of the Requiem. I wish anything I write could do it justice.
