Laura S. Fox

I must have used the wrong words... Lyn was only thinking that he'd never ghost Brad again now.

It doesn't, and his coming clean this chapter wasn't meant as a justification, but as an explanation.

None of them is a bad person... I wanted to show it here.

Lyn needed someone to push him in the right direction... Next chapter, he will go to see Alexander, and that's a promise! (Next present-day chapter, of course.)

It was not meant as a justification or reason to forgive him - but as an explanation. Bradina, oh, lol, I guess not. That's Brad at work.

Oh, no... not my intention And you did try! You're really a kind person.

Chapter Sixty – [Memory, Summer Break Before Senior Year, Late June] – The Perfect Memory “I challenge you to a duel, my good sir.” Brad pointed the curved branch he had uncovered in the sand at Alexander, who remained still, his hands in his pockets, examining his opponent with amused deference. “Are you a pirate or a gentleman?” “Can’t I be both?” Brad asked, seemingly curious about the answer, while examining his improvised weapon with a little frown. “Not at the same tim

They did, but they were dancing closer than ever... still one memory chapter left!

I like to believe that it would be romantic in a way that might just give you guys satisfaction An author is allowed to dream!

I thought you guys needed the reprieve... you truly deserve it after all I put you through! As does Lyn and the others. The next memory chapter might put a little more balm on the wounds, too. I'm talking virtual, invisible wounds, of course. There are many moments in one's life. We are bad, we are good, we are kind, we are selfish... it's the sum of them all that defines us. This must be my 'grayest' story ever. Tough to write characters that are so complex and driven by different motivations, but so, so rewarding. Especially because of your comments! And the entire comment section, actually! If I managed to make people so invested in this, it must be worth it So beautifully said: it is what makes the resolution possible. Lyn has to remember the good times, too, and especially the meaning behind them.

Great characterization for Lynton and his choices!

He loves it

He-he, the lengthy comment... thank you! Yes, I thought Blanche would come up as the right choice for Lyn's mom... like the rest of the aspects I included in this novel, it wasn't by mistake. Your characterization of the three guys are spot on... though you might feel like adding a bit more for Brad after the chapter I just posted Brad definitely had other encounters with guys (not only Luke), but Alexander has always been a one man's man. I can see why you'd find Alexander asexual, actually. That's, however, only because his encounters with sexual partners are not out in the open. Also, because of Brad who walked in on Alexander masturbating... well, we at least know that about him Lyn definitely wanted closure! Or at least something... Brad's wedding invitation surprised him, but it satisfied an yearning inside him that never faded. I have the happily ever after prepared! Let me know then how it worked out!

Easy to blame it on the fever

I still have one memory chapter up my sleeve. That might just skew the picture a little...

Alternative name for the story: Face-palm.

It was easier for him, under the circumstances.

Yet, he was closer to him than ever

In fever veritas! (That wasn't how that went... but still)

And then Alexander would've taken care of him again, or Brad of both!

They were close to being 'real' here...

Chapter Fifty-Nine – Defective Heart Was it the petty thing to do to make Brad travel here, three states over, only so he could confront him on familiar ground? Lyn’s head had been a mess over the last week, ever since he listened to Brad’s message. No matter how many times he’d tried to tell himself that he was just being manipulated again, he knew he wouldn’t – couldn’t – deny his friend this meeting. Yes, his friend. Despite everything, Lyn had to admit, as hopelessly as it sounded,

Theo needs some growth... Jack is an orphan, actually, so nope, no info on his folks.

I am really making my own rules, it seems...

So happy to hear that! And you guys know me... I'm full of cliffhangers!