Laura S. Fox

He had too! Theo can't fight the attraction, but it is turning into more than that!

Yeah, I guess we are missing the kiss... Stuff of nightmares - let's call the apparition that.

Can't deal with Jack when he's so... Jack!

The resolution to these adventures will be quite emotional...

The 'not yet safe' part will go on for a while. Jack is not so easy to fool by nasty witches!

Good point! It might become even more apparent later...

Chapter Twenty-One – Secrets to Keep “Where is Vince?” Jack asked, as soon as warmth returned to his bones, while Theodore held him close, trembling himself. Theodore turned his head sharply. Jack followed with his eyes and froze when he saw Vince, who seemed asleep, lying on one side, close to the edge, only inches away from the abyss yawning below. He struggled not to cry out. “Theo,” he whispered, his teeth chattering again, “you need to save Vee, okay? That witch or whatever

You're more than welcome, and thank you for all the insight you shared along the way! Lyn had his moment of realization, and now he'll never be the same again - but in a good way!

Oh, I didn't even think about that, but yes, they are so... yes, you're so right! They're not particularly mushy-mushy and lovey-dovey, but it fits them! And yes, they love bantering with each other so damn much. I'm glad you mentioned the bond between Alexander and Brad! Because that was also in the chapter. And Lyn did realize something Brad didn't - that Alexander changed his specialization because of his condition. And while I couldn't spend more time with detailing their friendship in the past, yes, they have always been friends. Also, Brad was always the one to 'drag' Alexander out of his austere shell. Lyn was easier to convince. For Alexander, it was like learning to live differently - and in a more fun way. Thank you for all your comments, Maestro!

I really made you doubt me with this story, didn't I... Well, the epilogue is up

Thank you so much! I write the stories that move me... so I'm over the moon when readers feel the same!

Super cool!

Lyn took Brad's advice to heart! He would have reached the same conclusion after a while... but he really needed that nudge.

He made up his mind! And when he did... Well, he's always been driven! I'm so happy you've been here and such an active reader. I read your comment with so much interest. And I'm glad that readers can take something out of these stories of mine besides the romantic plot And now Lyn has other things to fill the empty spot with!

Hmm... not quite The epilogue is up!

Thank you!

Yes, they are!

You will see the kiddo - in the epilogue.

Never doubt me I'll always find a way toward the happy end, no matter how stubborn the characters!

It was about time

Epilogue The faint aroma of brewed coffee, mixed as it was with the antiseptic particular to any hospital, was enough to keep Lyn alert. That and the way the boy beside him kept on swinging his legs against the chair. He reached out and ruffled the boy’s hair. “You know, if you keep it up like this, your dad might have to pay for broken hospital furniture instead of that cool baseball mitt I know you’ve been eyeing since last year.” Alex turned his head to look at him. He looked

Oh, Maestro, keep a few things for when you'll be writing the review! You know you can't escape now... not after commenting after each chapter and analyzing the characters with such an incredible degree of sophistication. You've read the guys so well... Brad, Lyn, Alexander... I hope they made a lasting impression, and not only on you! Alexander, the seducer... oh, I definitely love it!

I did intend it as a snapshot... they deserved to be happy then, and they would again. I know this scene can be interpreted in various ways, but I like to believe that it is also hopeful

He-he, thank you!

They were happy, yes Life has such moments, too.