Paladin

Looking forward to the details. Sounds like an interesting summer.

I so love this story and the slow awkward reveal. Another wonderful chapter. The movie was definitely a setup and even admitted "he says and grabs his phone. “Olivia says she’s sorry for setting us up"" What's next for them and how will the visit to his mother go? Can't wait.

An enjoyable chapter. Have I missed something regarding plans for summer break or is that still to be revealed?

Thanks for your comments @Cane23. As I mentioned above I wanted the change to have impact and bring home what happened to both Ollie and Andre. As you said it shows how a normal day can be completely turned upside down. Next chapter coming soon.

A big thank you to all of you who have read and responded or commented on this chapter. It has attracted the widest range of responses ever for one of my chapters. Thank you, thank you and please take care.

All correct @CincyKris and thank you for closely following the story. There is a question about an arrest becoming public. In this state, and I believe generally across Australia, an offender's name cannot be made public if it is likely to identify a currently underage victim.

Thanks @chris191070 for this comment. I was hoping the change in tone for the chapter would make the reality of Ollie's treatment have more impact.

Thanks @Summerabbacat and @drsawzall for your comments. I think @Summerabbacat answered the question about Ollie's father. It also explains how he has a key to the apartment. We are still to learn more about his mother. Obviously this is a real shock for Andre and he has to decide how he handles it. There is more to go with this aspect of Andre and Chris' story because, as in real life, there is no quick solution or resolution. We will find out that Ollie is twelve. Not a spoiler.

Thanks @Ivor Slipper. Yes Ollie is going to need lots of support through this.

A great chapter leaving us in suspense. What more could we ask for? The next chapter maybe? I may have to revise my opinion of RMW. There's certainly more to him than gained from first impressions.

After our busy and productive Saturday, we enjoyed being able to sleep in a bit later on Sunday morning. That included spending time in bed together even after we were awake and sexually satisfied. I was becoming worried that we might be biting off too much if we buy the two shops and apartments. I voiced my concern to Andre. “When we first saw the shop I’ll be using, I thought the existing layout was perfect for me. Now I’ve had a chance to think about it I realize it will need to be divid

So far we seem to be looking at the issue between Sam and his goon and Greg and his friends as being solved either physically or by negotiation. We mustn't forget that Greg has mental powers that can be used to influence humans. Is he prepared to use them this time? He has before.

An excellent start to a much anticipated new book. I certainly want to read more of this adventure. I'm still open regarding how to deal with Sam and his goons. Greg now knows he could have to modify and adapt their plans as things develop.

A great chapter showing the love they have for each other. Mike is so supportive and level headed. Just what Jamie needs. Is Morris-Walker really changing or is it just a case of it being political convenient.

A wonderful chapter and it captures the mood of the time regarding gays (Poofters as we were called then) and a community (not just family) expectation that all children would grow up, get married and have children. "Love" was used loosely. Loved the reference to Liberace even if his chandelier didn't get a mention. Gay relationships then tended to consist of brief, furtive and secretive experiences. I left high school a year before Phil started and in a different country but so much of this story resonates with me. As an aside, a friend of mine had a son who disowned him because he came out as gay. The son refused to have anything to do with him even when he was seriously ill and dying. After my friend's death his son challenged the will, expecting to be the sole beneficiary. I hope Phil's son doesn't end up like that.

Another interesting chapter. Some quick thinking by Mac in explaining why he had 3 dogs and why Bailey couldn't be trained at the same place as the 3 "dogs". Devin is taking more risks when transitioning to rescue someone. Maybe staying short could be an advantage if he going to keep doing this. Pity they can't transition into ghosts and turn next door into a haunted house.

We've see that bullets and Tasers don't work against the entity (or entities). Other than calling in Ghost Busters Jamie needs to know more about the 'who' and the 'why' in the hope that it will provide a 'how' to neutralize them. Interesting that something as low tech as a a knife seems to work. Considering the official response to Jamie's first encounter with the entity, I completely understand him wanting to create "alternate facts" to explain what happened. Did love the humour in this wonderfully written chapter.

This story introduces Ken, a NYC homicide detective who attends a weekend pool party, only to find himself on the list of murder victims. Will he work out who the killer is before he's next on the list? There's only one way to find out and that is to read this intriguing and entertaining murder mystery.

A truly intriguing murder mystery. Thanks @chris191070 for keeping us entertained and interested in the the outcome. I'm really looking forward to more stories involving Ken.

Thanks @Cane23 for reading and responding.

Wow, what a chapter. So well written and leading to a great conclusion (I almost said climax ). It's informative but still contains mysteries. Like Maggie's scars. We are still to find out why Mike's mother is in hospital and yet the girls seem to know more than we do. Helping the girls choose their clothes is obviously a common occurrence. Something of a gay friend thing. First time for Liam but it seems Mike was not truthful. So they will talk tomorrow. Can't wait.

Yes @drsawzall and @chris191070, the guys are moving towards a new phase of their relationship with lots of changes. Will it all be smooth sailing?

I can't give spoilers @Summerabbacat, you'll just have to keep reading to find out what they do with the apartment or apartments and how they respond to the "no pressure" encouragement to get get married. I love the grandparents' emotional blackmail; No pressure but do it before we die. Like that could be tomorrow.

It can be when you have the assets and stumble across property that is not in demand.

Where do I start @Summerabbacat? Chris and Andre are committed to and support each other and are prepared to take the risk. Hmm what to do with the apartments? They, well Chris, still has the Townhouse which will have a spare bedroom when he moves to the shop. Do they need to move? Noah? He's just a real estate agent who might pop up again in the story. And after all your comments you have them married in the next couple of weeks. Really!