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If Corbin is lucky (which does seem to be his streak) Leah will find someone in Castlebay Down first and she'll leave Corbin. Hey, it could happen.

I'm here for another adventure. Sounds like a great start.

Yeah, I loved that moment too. Jack having thought about Roman at that moment just isn't like Jack. Jack having a little joke at Joey's expense - That's much more like Jack. A Roman's speech was wonderful, and totally Roman. Heartfelt and funny. More stories about all of these wonderful people, PLEASE!

This seems like a republishing of the previous chapter.

Gary and bill may need someone more versed in the old lore to help Bernie, but I'm sure it will be an interesting journey to follow. Nicely spun. Waiting for the next chapter eagerly.

Loving the way you are spooling out this story. As always, exited for the next chapter.

I'm another fan who feels this ended much too soon. Mot just because I really enjoy your writing, but because there were far too many threads left unresolved. Going to a therapist is not a quick process, and would have made some more great reading. I feel like this story really ends in the middle.

I have some different takes on things than some of the other readers (and that's fine,) but I think Joey still has a long road ahead of him. I'm also not so quick to label Jack and Roman as scum. They are confused and that happens to some relationships. That is something they have to work through and from their last conversation, they are not in the same place about things. They may be able to sort it out them selves, or they may need some professional help as well. I am also very concerned about Dean. He is in a truly awful situation and may not feel like he has many ways out. He's the one who may actually need to be rescued.

You certainly have the ability to draw me right in and get me engaged in these folks. Can hardly wait for the next chapter.

Love v. lust and all of the blurry permutations that can go along with it. Oy! It seems like our heroes haven't quite sorted out their own emotions with each other and now they have the galloping hornies to contend with as well. Very much want to see where this leads. A foursome? Not sure that any of them are in the right head space for that, especially the ever-threatened Joey.

Very courageous to write this story. Dane and Brandon have an unpredictable road ahead of them, but they sound like they're both committed to making it go. Their love will help a lot, but even so, they should know that there will be some stumbling blocks. You've made them so real for me, I really do wish them well.

I'm finding it a lot harder to feel supportive of Joey in this story. The penny hasn't dropped that he has to get a handle on himself. And I think that it has to start with his drinking. That needs to be a big, red flag to everyone around him. Roman sees it and knows it. I'm no tea totaller, but I find I am having less patience with the personality change that happens when some of my friends drink. Jack hasn't come out and said as much, but he has got to see it as the same slippery slope his father went down. If Joey gets so pissed as to actually hit Jack, it could well and truly be over (or it should be.)

So everyone had planned a fun surprise for Joey on his birthday with included Jack and Orca as go go dancers in their match black thongs and bowties, and Joey jumps to conclusions and freaks out, and blows up his world big time. That about wrap it up? And the heavy drinking isn't helping. Joey needs to get himself to therapy (at the least.) Can't blame Jack for bolting. Probably too mach like the situation with his father. You've started us with quite a mess, @James Matthews!

I'm glad not to have to wait for the sequel, but man, if the beginning is any indication, we're in a for a bumpy ride. Just the prologue, and already it sounds like Joey may need professional help on this one.

I am loving these guys even more by the minute. Jack and Joey have come clean to each other. Joey still needs to screw his head on a bit better. There is a lot going on and things are going to be more complicated before they get simpler (if they ever do.) Yeah, Orca overstepped himself. I chuck it up to being a horny. isolated teenager trying for what he knew was a slim chance. I'm sure there is a story about Roman's broken phone.

I enjoyed reading the comments from fellow readers almost as much as the chapter itself. Obviously Joey and Jack have a lot more to learn about each other's pasts. They are still relatively new with each other. And Joey is taking a few steps toward giving Jack his space in personal matters. Learning to transition from "me" to "us" can take some time and concentration. Especially the first time. And of course, I loved Joey and his Dad having their time together. Love everything about it. And then there's Roman. First of all, I thought he was 20 (from a previous chapter). It does change the dynamic a bit. Not his relationship with his brother, just the dynamic. I have a lot of feelings for Roman. He's the big brother I wish I'd had. (I'm an only, so I have no real idea what that relationship can be like.) I also think if he wants to try out "the other side", he has plenty of options - Toby, Orca, and now Ryan. Only future chapters will tell.

I'm glad that Joey and Dean had a chance to really talk and repair their friendship a bit. I hope Joey's commitment to make more time for his friends holds true. It's not good for his relationship with Jack if he isolated himself with just his boyfriend. I think Orca and Toby will help with that. I'm also glad that news of Shaun's suicide didn't shut down Jack. I do think he may be a little concerned about how quickly relationships can go south. He keeps bringing up that Joey went sour on Shaun after years of being best friends, despite what Shaun did to undermine their relationship. Is he worried that one big blow up and Joey could go cold on him? Is that the way he perceives how his father was before he got violent? Jack needs people to be consistent with him. He has enough change happening in his life as it is.

I had a bad feeling that this was what might happen. Shaun desperately needed help and not the kind that his mother seemed to think. Sometimes it's not about wanting to die or to punish others, as much as it is wanting the pain to stop. Shaun had no support to help him through his darkest places. And I have a bad feeling that Shaun's parents are going to keep shoveling the blame on Joey. It would be easier than accepting any responsibility themselves. And what will happen with Dean is up for grabs. My heart aches for all of them. I just hope this isn't something else that Jack will add to his own burdens. Roman is a rock. Whatever secret he and Joey have about "the thing that happened" is only another bonding moment, even if it's never spoken of. His care and protectiveness of his younger brother is huge and so steadying for Joey. And now, Orca! Yeah, I like him already. And if he and Roman have a fling, that could be interesting. (yeah, I'm an old perv, and I know it.) Great story telling, sir. Thank you.

Joey is trying to get his head screwed on (which is a big task for any teenager,) but it's extra hard when Shawn is working so hard to screw him up again. Shawn is the one who really needs rescuing. He is way off the rails and it's clear that his mother isn't focused on the real issues to get him the help he desperately needs. I'm worried about him doing something really destructive to himself or joey or Jack. From the title of the next chapter, it seems that he is.

A number of other readers ha guessed correctly, but I didn't. Ah, the trials and tribulations of teenage angst. All those feelings and no idea how to express them. Lashing out at a buddy isn't cool, but neither is punching holes in the walls which some teens do. Feeling like you have no one to talk to is part of the problem, but so are raging hormones, and a bunch of other things. All of these guys need to find someway to get a little grounding, either among themselves, or outside.

Like everyone else has said, "Wow!" I had a bad feeling that something was going to happen after the encounter with Mr. S in the bar, but not that it would have gone so far. Meeting Roman was good. He seems like he can be a dependable big bro when he has to be. I think you will show us in coming chapters. I'm really liking all of the guys. A lot of bonding, in all sorts of ways came out of the camping trip. They all have their problems and their secrets. They will all be able to go through things better because they are all there for each other. I want to give everyone a big group hug.

Very fun conclusion to this story. And you've set yourself up for a bunch of further tales as well. Great reading here and I look forward to more in the future.

OK. You have smitten this sentimental sap. What a wonderful chapter! Beautiful highs and lows. Even with his tonsillitis, Joey is a decent, sensitive chap. And he's a support for Jack who really needs one right now. Dean is still a jerk, but he's working on it. He'll take some more growing up and guidance. And then we have Shaun, who is still has undiscovered bits to him. Looking forward to the next chapter.

Wonderful chapter! Starting with the sexy beginning (always hot), hearing Matthias' history was terrific. You are creating the whole Genesis stories for the were-creatures and that could be really fascinating. Very much looking forward to more..

I was afraid that Jack's abuse was more than just an occasional slug from his father. Unfortunately, that's not the way these things go. (Reminds me a bit of the film "Beautiful Thing".) Jack really trusts Joey to undress in front of him. They both just need someone to care for them, not even a relationship. I'm a bit sorry that Joey couldn't keep Dean's story a secret from Shaun, but the three of them are such buds. I also might be a bit much to ask of 16 year olds. Looking forward to the following chapters.