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Ah, the hubris of youth, believing that you have it all worked out, how everyone would react if you did something. But in reality, it almost never plays out like you think. I wonder why Brian gave him 20 euros instead of the 5 that was stolen? Why did he want Jake away from the situation so badly, can he afford to give up the extra without any issues? I am glad that Jake has decided to take Billy into the group more. Jake's dad is more observant that Jake gave him credit for...

While they still wait for the foreign prince to ask for terms or try to flee; the Royalist tighten the noose ever tighter. Now the Church does the same, after all priests can starve as well, and with all of this money going to war, the church is not getting its share. Kaylen stands ready to fight; but he also works to win the peace that will come at some point. And peace is often as hard to win as war. Ronan and Tomas are a good match; they balance each other out in so many ways.

OMG, I so want a Western mystery... As always, thanks for dive @Myr

I had to go back a reread the first chapter but remember why I thought this would be interesting. Jake has had a rather privileged upbringing, I know he doesn't think so but compared to many others he is several steps ahead. Both his parents seem to really care about him and his sister and take an interest in their lives. The incident with Billy could go either way, guys being a little jealous of what he is packing or trying to make his life hell because of it. Billy wants to be part of the group so bad, and while he is group adjacent, he probably realizes that he isn't one of the main members. He wants a real friend, and I hope that Jake proves worthy of that. Jake has now come face to face with Brian, but not in a situation that he was really prepared for, let's hope this works out better than I suspect it might. What has happened in his past that made the change in Brian? That might go a long way into explaining his behavior.

I doubt that Sam will realize it, that is the danger, but the drug made him act foolishly and that has led to his current situation.

Honestly, this chapter makes me like both of these women way more than I did before. I find this a truly perplexing society, but one that has many admirable behaviors. I hope we get to see this four years down the road; but they may both be surprised by who is at Dante's side.

Will definitely have to find time for this one.

Great Uncle Edwin sounds like a stick in the mud. But money does lubricate many things, not always successfully. And gentlemen of a certain age seems to have ideas about what proper behavior is, and it rarely matches what those of the current generation believe. And honestly, does generosity of that sort ever truly come without some constraints? Alex seems to a have divergent group of friends, but it is nice to hold onto a few older ones that can remember when. So Mother is as shocked by Neil's showing up at the concert as Alex was, wonder why his mother is so reticent to talk about his current life? I think that a few Eastern European Folk music performances has been my only real exposure to a cimbalom, but I know it was used in some of the Lord of the Rings music from the films. Can't wait to see where this goes next.

Kieran and Charlie are learning the rhythm to each other's lives, and that is all part of the coupling process. It is all the little things that often will make or break a relationship. Learning to adjust to each other and find was to adapt. Glad that Matt was willing to take Charlie back, it seems to be something he truly likes. And while Kieran's dad may not be crazy about how loosey goosey what Kieran is up to, it might be the start of something good for him as well. I am so glad the Kieran and Charlie are getting more social in their hometown, and meeting others that allow them to be themselves. I think if Patrick hadn't shown up, Pippa would have driven to Sydney and pulled him by his ear all the way up there. I am glad that this group of the family proved to be so accepting of Patrick coming home, and I can't wait for a show in a local setting. Trinity de La Creme comes home...

Oh, I can't wait for the next anthology...

The loss of Lincoln was the beginning of the end for the foreign prince. The defeat at sea was the nail in the coffin. Kaylen, Tomas, and Ronan were able to help Lincoln recover, and with it the north. Victory is empty without mercy, for you cannot win the peace without it. Kaylen knows what is needed and understands the way that things should be; and carries the conviction to see it done. Tomas and Ronan have fought and bled together; they will be side to side for all the years they walk the earth. Kaylen does what he does not for land or title, but because it is right. And his actions will help not just the north, but the country as a whole heal, especially if the Marshall is able to show others that Kaylen's way is the right way.

Love it already. While Alex and Neil are interesting, Charlie and some of the supporting characters have my interest as well. I love classical music, chamber, music, etc...

Let's hope that Will and Austin can get there s&*t together and work this out. Adams will collectively croak if the team truly breaks up. Plus, on a more serious note, I think that Will likes Austin, not as a lover, although that could happen, but as a friend. They are alike in many ways, and I think that it would hurt Will if they were no longer friends. Let's hope the paparazzi got the message; I wonder what team those baseball players played for? Love how the club had Will's back, but Finn is going to hate being on the total outs with everyone, he may deserve it, but I don't think he realized the full ramifications of what he did. This will never go away. Marie and Sarah have Will's back as well, Marie is just the best...

Well, this is going to be interesting. If Xavier was turned, would he be an Alpha? Could a turned Alpha take over a pack?

I truly despair for Sam; this will cripple him if he continues and make him useless for the road ahead.

I felt that some of the poems were outstanding, but all made me think and I appreciated them all.

Is Thokk truly attracted to the son of the blacksmith or is it just the physicality of him after viewing the soft women that appealed to him. He seemed almost amazed at the idea that he might be attracted to a male but not repulsed by it. Perhaps he hasn't given his own sexuality a real thought yet, is 20ish old in orc years?

Could Thokk be the answer to a need the orcs have, could he someone solve the issue of no female orcs?

I need to do something like this, but every time I make a list, life seems to get in the way, and I have to put it aside for something else that is supposedly more important, not sure it is, of course, one has to work for food, insurance, etc... Keep us posted.

Thanks for the update, Kieran and Charlie back home. Charlie with his first shift back at work. Kieran with all of his stuff back from Sydney. Settling in and figuring out how to make it work. Let's hope that Kieran can find a job soon, he will need something to keep him occupied. A visit from Patrick would be so much phone, and I am sure a little drama filled.

Ditto... LOL

The question might be did, they realize what exactly they were shooting or did they truly think it was a wolf?

Well, this chapter just leaves you will a hell of a lot of questions. Austin just came to in Wonderland, and is about to find out what secrets the world holds. But who shot Xavier, and why?

Damn, to think you were on the verge of what you were raised for, only to have it snatched away. Can Xavier stay here with this pack and see someone else lead it?

Well, doesn't that sound ominous.