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    Chapter 6

    ChromedOutCortex commented on ChromedOutCortex's story chapter in Chapter 6

    Michael has come to the realization that bringing someone into his life means standing by that person. At some point we've all probably been "scared" of our parents and not wanting to stand-up for ourselves. But really that's the best time to learn. But parents should also respect boundaries... but if you don't give them boundaries, some will no doubt take advantage of the situation.
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    Chapter 6

    ChromedOutCortex commented on ChromedOutCortex's story chapter in Chapter 6

    Oooh I wanna spill it soooo bad. But I won't. 😉
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    Chapter 1

    ChromedOutCortex commented on Jason Rimbaud's story chapter in Chapter 1

    This was amazing - very good. As I started reading, it was a little difficult to tell what was happening as it seemed to go in circles but as I kept reading things became a little more clearer. At first, I thought Toby was dealing with PTSD... but the end. 😞
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    One morning, just a week before Michael was due to start classes, Sarah had woken up in severe pain. She had been dealing with mild abdominal discomfort for months, but hadn’t mentioned it to Michael. Doctors were expensive, and they were barely making ends meet. She had considered telling her parents, but the last thing she wanted was to worry them further. So, she stayed quiet, pushing through the pain. But today was different. Today, the pain was unbearable. "Michael… Michael!" she gaspe
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    Chapter 5

    ChromedOutCortex commented on ChromedOutCortex's story chapter in Chapter 5

    If this early in his relationship he is like this - what will the future hold?
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    The pressure of their financial situation had been building for weeks, and it was becoming unbearable. Late on rent, barely able to scrape together enough for groceries and other essentials, Michael and Sarah found themselves standing at the edge of a financial cliff with no easy solution in sight. Sarah's parents had offered to help, and her father had even tried to pull some strings to get Michael a job at his company. But like so many other places, they were going through rounds of layof
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    Chapter 3

    ChromedOutCortex commented on ChromedOutCortex's story chapter in Chapter 3

    What surprises me is that there are people like this out there! Very manipulative -- and if you've had that person as a parent and you're timid you're done for. Hopefully you decide that enough is enough and forge your own path forward.
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    The next morning, the weight of the previous night's events still lingered heavily on Michael’s shoulders, but he forced himself to push it aside as he got up and got ready for work. As he finished his morning coffee with Sarah, the familiar sound of his phone buzzing interrupted the quiet moment. He glanced at the screen and saw that a new meeting had just been scheduled with him and his team. It wasn’t unusual—they had been working on a major account for months, and they were finally nearing t
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    Thank you so much for the kind words - I've been writing "in a box" and have rarely shared anything. I'm so glad you enjoyed this!
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    Over the next few months, Michael brought Sarah home more often for dinners and family gatherings. At first, his mother remained cold, her comments sharp and veiled in sarcasm, always finding a way to belittle Sarah without outright confrontation. But, slowly, almost imperceptibly, her attitude seemed to soften. She began to greet Sarah with a slight smile, the sting of her words dulled, though never completely absent. Then one day, Michael’s mother did something unexpected: she invited Sar
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    As I was posting here, I re-read the story and it was tough. My BF read it for the first time a few weeks ago as well, and we went through a few tissues and a lot of hugs. 🥹
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    Chapter 1

    ChromedOutCortex commented on ChromedOutCortex's story chapter in Chapter 1

    Thank you so much! This was another difficult story to write, and hopefully I've captured the challenges everyone faces.
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    Chapter 1

    ChromedOutCortex commented on ChromedOutCortex's story chapter in Chapter 1

    What can I say about Michael? Well... I suppose we'll just have to keep reading. 😉
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    Thank you for the kind words. You are too kind. 💕 ChromedOutCortex (Robert)
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    You are very welcome! ChromedOutCortex (Robert)
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    Thank you so much for the kind words - life happens to all of us, but it is our families that can keep us grounded. I truly appreciate your comments, and having followed along! ChromedOutCortex (Robert)
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    Steve - Thank you so much. I'm so happy you enjoyed reading their story and stayed for this long! It means a lot to me. ChromedOutCortex (Robert)
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    It was in university that Michael met Sarah. She was different from anyone he’d known—sharp, thoughtful, with a quiet confidence that intrigued him. It wasn’t long before they were inseparable. Study sessions in the library turned into dinners at his place, and Michael was smitten. He introduced her to his parents early on, beaming as they sat around the dinner table. His father, always eager for his son to settle down, was overjoyed. He clapped Michael on the back and welcomed Sarah into t
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    Part 1 - Lets do the Time Warp Celebrating Life’s Milestones The years brought countless milestones—birthdays, graduations, and even weddings. They remembered Ally’s tearful joy as she walked down the aisle, clutching Manny’s arm while Robby held back his own tears of pride. Brandon followed in Robby’s footsteps, carving out a name for himself as a successful investor and visionary in the tech and finance sectors. He later married his college sweetheart, and together they settled down, b
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    Robby’s Wedding Vows to Manny “Manny, standing here with you today, I can’t help but think back to the first time we met. It feels like a lifetime ago, and yet, I remember it so clearly. You walked into my life when I wasn’t sure who I was or where I was going. But there was something about you, something that made me feel like everything was going to be okay. From that very first moment, I knew my life was about to change forever. We’ve been through so much together. College was a whir
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    Michael’s mother hadn’t wanted just one child. In the early days after his birth, the doctors had delivered the news—her body couldn’t handle another pregnancy, the complications were too severe. She had smiled weakly at them, nodded, and thanked them as though they’d given her the weather report. But when they left, she didn’t even look at Michael. For weeks, she barely spoke to anyone. When she did hold him, it was brief, her touch light, as though the tiny boy might break under the weigh
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    Michael appears to have it all—a successful career, a loving family, and a picture-perfect life. But beneath the surface lies a world of hidden truths and forbidden desires, threatening to shatter everything he’s built. As tension mounts and the weight of his secrets grows unbearable, Michael must navigate a dangerous path where every decision has consequences. Straightening Affairs is a gripping exploration of identity, deception, and the lengths one man will go to protect the life he’s desperately trying to hold together.
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    Hi Steve - Thank you so much for your heartfelt message. It truly means a lot to know the story resonates with you in such a deep and emotional way. Life is full of choices, and it's natural to reflect on the paths we didn't take. While we can't go back, it's never too late to create meaningful relationships and leave a legacy in other ways. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts and for being such a thoughtful reader—it means a lot to me.
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    I read about this earlier today, but hadn't had a chance to look for it. Thank you for posting this! It was great to see a younger JTK. Such a well done short. 🥲
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    Thank you so much! Four kids - wow. I thought two were a handful... but they are adults now and charting their own course. Of course dad is always on stand-by ready to jump in when needed (which isn't very often anymore).
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