SilentandBroken

But that’s what a confused gay closeted teenager does. They waffle and live in denial until they accept it. Quinn is almost about to give in. It might be out of shear frustration at the inability to resist it, but it doesn’t matter. All Quinn needs is a push and a supporting endorsement so he doesn’t feel terrifyingly alone. I think Jude is that person but since he’s still new to Quinn, Quinn is terrified of the reaction of those he loves most, his family. I think however, he has nothing to be afraid of with them. Jude isn’t going anywhere. I DO think however, that he and Cameraboy have history. Perhaps they’re ex’s. I think that Jude is a better softer fit for Quinn. From what I’ve seen, Cameraboy (can’t remember his name) isn’t after a relationship. He’s after a boy toy and thinks Quinn might fit..pun intended lol 😂. Anyway, I think things work out but not without some fallout. I think Brad and Bree hook up. I think Mar falls off her pedestal. This was a great chapter. I enjoyed the banter between the 3. Jude certainly has Quinn figured out. Quinn however hadn’t a clue about himself or Jude. I think after the dinner table conversation, Bree might be putting things together too. She knows her brother better that Quinn does himself.

Man Bre certainly doesn’t have any inhibitions with her brother around nor does she wait either. Whole lotta good it’ll do her

I felt like I was there, being played by liquor and then being caught in a compromising situation just like Quinn. You wrote that chapter so well

Lived in Raleigh for 15 yrs

Oh my dear boy Quinn, how I can relate back then so many years ago. Sigh.. good character development so far. I’m looking forward to more

Great chapter!!!

OMG I so called it. Well parts and way. Jonah is certainly very lucky to have Carla and Karen and the Kildaire clan. Karen makes me miss NC where I lived for 15 years and true southern sweet tea and hush puppies done right and pulled pork smoked Eastern Carolina Style and sigh…I’m getting fat just thinking of this shit. You’re right Summer. “The term “roofies” is a little bit complicated. The word first appeared on the scene as a street name for a drug called Rohypnol (flunitrazepam). Rohypnol belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines. It’s usually prescribed to promote sleep or prep your body for anesthesia, which it does by slowing down the functioning of your central nervous system. Rohypnol became known as “roofies” or “the date rape drug” because sexual predators used it to spike people’s drinks, incapacitating them so they couldn’t fight back. Rohypnol is no longer the most popular drug being used for this purpose, but the term stuck. Today, someone who says they were “roofied” could have had their drink contaminated with any number of substances. The drugs change, but the goal — sexual assault — remains the same “ (https://health.clevelandclinic.org/symptoms-of-being-roofied) series crime and that hopefully will be a final nail in the coffin for Victor and his pos parents. Since it was Will who was the victim, Will’s parents can ask to have charges pressed and Jonah won’t have to even be present for any of that drama to take place. As for Jonah’s situation, sigh…that poor boy certainly got one on the scoreboard with that zinger to Irene. The fact Karen approved of it and also got the awkwardness of Jonah coming out to Karen out of the way in one shot really will help Jonah’s healing process because Karen didn’t shame him but affirmed him and that lifts a huge ton of pressure off of his shoulders. Yes once this dust settles I’d love to see Jonah bring Will down to meet Karen. I have a feeling given how the drama was/will be aired out how Victor provoked and through the first punch on Jonah, hopefully the NC Court will see Jonah was reacting defensively, but not without some admonition towards the Kildaires. Perhaps Karen can testify how Jonah is better around them idk.

I must agree the comparison of Josh and Kevin to dogs was hilarious. I loved the humor throughout this chapter. I love the character building here too. Well done. Things are about to get interesting…

I literally busted out loud laughing at that scene thinking the same thing

Oh no… that said I kinda figured this twist. A couple of observations though that might seem minor or maybe not. First, kudos on the character development especially with the history with ex’s and parents that have passed away. Including that history is critical to the character development imo. Secondly, Josh seems to act more like a sophomonre or maybe even a freshman than a junior maturity wise but again ur might just be a minor thing. As for the confusion I say Sean gets to decide. Robert should the reality to Josh that Sean is out of Josh’s league by maturity he’s shown so far.,Sean and Tj seem like a good fit. Josh needs to find some his age and maturity. Other than that this story is really good

Exactly. They’re teenagers. Overgrown toddlers. There’s little emotional control. Even less accountability for their actions anymore these days. Not justifying shit here. Just pointing it out

Omg !!! Everything is happening so quickly. So many variables and loose ends that can change the course of what is likely to happen. I think Phillipe is right however. Victor gets charged with assault and trespassing but he gets a stay in the hospital because Jonah knocked him out Victor can’t say shit about his phone giving the others the time to find incriminating evidence on Victor & Jonah arrested temporarily because victor’s parents try to press charges but withdraw them after something juicy is found on Victor’s phone that Victor’s parents don’t want out. Somehow Vienna uses it as blackmail to Victor’s folks ..Hell I have no idea 😆

Great intro chapter. I’m hoping this story gets completed. On to chapter 2

More please. 😂

Fair assessment

The author understood what needed to be done in order to capture the emotions necessary to achieve the desired effect of this story. I felt drawn and attached and even attracted to the main characters. This story was compelling and difficult to put down.

I’ll do it. I think…if I was Bill..idk ..why go through all that and just use the gun on yourself right there? It’s unfortunate but often the case, parents as narrow minded as David’s father don’t see their narrow mindedness until it’s too late. Like, it takes losing them forever for them to see it. Regardless, it truly is tragic.

This story was written very well. I appreciate the intent behind it you stated above. Thank you for that. As for the conclusion, I don’t blame Bill one bit. I’d probably do the same thing in my pain too if I’m honest. I feel like there could’ve been some stronger efforts from David’s father to appeal on behalf of Bill to extend the story further because this story had the makings of a much longer story that would have been great & that is my one regret. Bravo

There’s just nothing that says it better. David was so sweet…. I hope they catch the other hater and give them both life without parole

We really need a hug emoji

There were a couple in school for me but I was in the closet the whole time

I truly feel for Billy. I can only imagine what David feels is just as bad. I’m afraid for both of them next chapter.

Oh man… sigh…”Those tears were shed for me alone and for the loneliness that was once again mine to bear in solitude” having been seduced by an older student at 13, we had a fling that was much like Billy and David’s ..at least at first, for the summer and into the fall school term..then he started getting mean. I tried to break it off. But he would pour honey in my ear with his words and after a few more months he quit being sweet and didn’t take no for an answer and would rape me twice against my consent. I grew up in the 90’s and in my small town, being out and sexually active was still taboo here…I was terrified to report the rapes. But Zeb didn’t know that. He was afraid I was going to turn him in after I finally learned how to stand up for myself. He talked me into coming over one morning before school after his parents left for work. Said he wanted to talk and apologize. Like a fool I believed him. Only to watch him blow his brains out from 15 feet away. I panicked and shut down mentally and went to school never saying anything. While the community grieved his passing (he was a star soccer player) I grieved. That was why that line I quoted hit me. I cried for me too. I became a loner again too. Looking back I was the perfect target. I was a loner when he found me. I was even more of one after it. I would learn much later in life he was a true narcissist. That line had me hitching fighting tears. Thank you for this chapter. Nobody has put it to words what it feels like like you did. Thank you. 😘 😔

Oh no. 😔

Don’t mind me just sitting here itching for chapter 16 😂