SilentandBroken

So let’s see, it’s been what almost a week now since Colt had actually SEEN Noah? He must have some serious bruises he can’t hide.😔

Agreed except possibly on Noah’s mom. It seemed to me she’s terrified of his stepdad too. The sister is Avery disrespectful little shit who needs some humility taught to her. I don’t trust her friends either. Tyler is just there for poon tang pie and an overall good time. I’m beginning to get the feeling that Colt might be in over his head.

Agreed.

First time reading anything by you so I don’t know about the other story. This one has a great start!

Marcus’s theme song should be “I Go To Extremes.” By Billy Joel. Oye this kid is a mess

At least Chubby is paying attention. Because Marcus is clueless

Ugh I’m not ready! I want to know what Kitt’s major is. I want to know if he tried out for the swim team. I want to know so much more. This was such a great story. I loved how you wrote it.

Sun kissed blondes are the hottest. Especially soccer players. Why are they always the soccer players? Their bodies glistening in the sun like that all sweaty and rippling…ugh

I think the college will look at Kitt’s past competitions and see he was still surging. I have a feeling Tom might be able to bend an ear with the swimming coach and scouts and get them to see Kitt only needs a little time in the off season to get his form back to where he could be very competitive for the school.

As much as a surprise it was for Kitt to bump into his parents, the interaction went well. Had it happened the first time he went back and reconnected with Matt, I don’t think it would’ve go as well. as for Mateo, he almost HAS to leave for Kitt’s sake so Kitt basically has to make a decision. The time is right. Well, as right as it’s going to be anyway. Yes I think Kitt should try and redshirt for the swim team. He needs to get something better than Javier’s. Same for the after school center. Both pay, but scraps.

Matt was right to cover for Kitt. The reunion was perfect.

I am so happy now but I would lying if i said it wouldn’t matter if i didn’t want to see Kitt swim competitively at Northbridge.wishful thinking i know. That phone call had me tearing up. I wish Mateo and Andy would connect. They seem a good fit. I don’t want this story to end.

Like a silly dog named Habor.

“He wanted to catch the next bus to Lakehurst, cross the street, run up Matt Everest’s front steps and collapse into his arms the way he had imagined a hundred times in the dark.“ so do it. The rest will work itself out. This is the way.

First this chapter SHOULD be a perfect example of how easily Robby is manipulated…but because he’s so obtuse, we all know it’ll go right over his head…again…I of course am speaking of Nathan and Rory’s countless times he’s mentioned it. Anyway, I really enjoyed this chapter because it was not your regular people twisting Robby. I also wanted to see how Rory would react the next day and he did exactly what i suspected he would. IF he comes back around it’ll be a good solid week plus. I do like the idea of Miranda speaking to him however. Although I don’t think he wilL be very receptive. Plus if Rory and his new girl truly did play hookie from school together part of me wonders if it didn’t go as planned and Rory ends up frustrated on more than one level. Part of me thinks his curiosity what it’s like to play on the other team has him more aroused and curious than he’s ready to admit it. but if he finds playing around with a new girl just doesn’t do it for him anymore, he’s kinda gonna have to admit to himself

You’re not wrong. And for the record I am glamorous! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

I suppose everyone deserves a second chance. Steven and Kitt need to drop the pride. Tom and Mateo need to talk sense into Kitt for thinking life would be better without Matt.

Tom was wise in his actions and how he protected Kitt. Same goes for his advice. He too, as an adult with knowledge now of a minor away from his family, has to tread carefully legally. If Stephen gets wind, he could pursue a lot of accusations and possibly even sue civilly. It could completely ruin Tom. That said, I think a smart judge would see through it. The smart play here would be to let the boys meet provided Kitt decides to. Things could still go the other way. Not likely but it’s still possible.

The aforementioned comments of the lack of proper follow up regarding Kitt not being reported are on point. I’ll take it one step further. I’m not happy with Matt’s parents either turning a blind eye. Especially Matt’s father telling Matt that it isn’t their business. You are parents and you know Kitt is still under 18! No excuse! I’m glad Mateo has decided not to pursue Kitt romantically. Kitt doesn’t need that kind of stress at this time with someone new especially a co-worker. I am also glad Tom hasn’t either. Kitt is too vulnerable and besides, Kitt’s heart belongs to Matt. Speaking of Matt, his drive and motivation is good but also a little concerning in that he should be smart enough and old enough to go to the authorities himself. He should be making flyers and flooding both towns. All of this lack of common sense is mind blowing to me.

Stephen gets served humble pie in the best way possible. Unfortunately he misunderstood the lesson. What a righteous prick. What irks me most with Kitt’s parents is that Susan is playing passive aggressive divorce mind games with him instead of doing what every other mother would do and put out flyers, call the news channels, get the cops involved to find Kitt. But no. She’s going to act all petulant and guilt trip her husband so passive aggressively it’s laughable instead. Not that he doesn’t deserve every minute of it. I do however find it funny she didn’t intercede sooner with his dictatorship style of fatherhood. Suddenly her “child” is taken away and she is all going for the best mother of the year award. Whatever. I applaud Matt’s focus and his acceptance that if not soon, but one day possibly Kitt and he will reconnect. Tom…isn’t a shock ..nor really a disappointment. I think there’s more to him that what he’s told Kitt to this point. We shall see.

Sadly it is beginning to feel like Kitt is giving up on reconnecting with Matt😔

We all saw this sickness coming. The body needs fuel to fight off any potential infection. Rest is not enough. Fluids are not enough. Pneumonia is an extremely high probability at this point. And yes, left untreated quickly, can still be fatal. Silently. There’s so many other physical signs that manifest and are mistaken for something else. Kitt looks like a 5 lb shit warmed over and curb stomped into a 2lb box and drop kicked down the road. I can almost 💯 guarantee there is mold hidden in that apartment. This has the makings of a very high risk situation for him and he’s borderline collapse ready from both just starvation. As for Matt, I’m sure he’s not far from his own issues. No appetite. All drive. No refueling. No rest. All bad factors. Both boys are playing Russian roulette with their bodies without them realizing it. The tension in the story at this point is extremely thick. We as readers can feel something is going to happen that has us on the edge of our seats . Tom needs to take charge as the lone adult who recognizes the problem and has the means to do something about it. He needs to have Kitt stay with him for a better environment and food alone. I am almost confident he saw through Kitt’s age lie. Mateo too. In fact, by Kitt telling Mateo he told Tom he lied about his age to Tom should tip off Mateo Kitt is underage 18.

Ugh. Matt why couldn’t you have a hankering for a burrito, a taco or two ?! Dammit boy!

A lot of us have that experience I’m afraid. You’re not alone. Hugs.