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This pact could be the answer to her prayer or be what damns her to misery for what is left of her life; an interesting turn on where she thought she was going to be halfway through the interview....

Well, Skold had much more of a fight then I think he anticipated with the Fury. I wonder if they are the ones that the other elf warned him of, or at least their actions...

WOW, everything about this chapter was a twist... I do like the writing and pacing, some grammatical issues but still very good... I can't decide about the plotting, but I do want to know what is next, so....

Skold should welcome the coming war and all the death that comes with it; I am surprised anyone would think he would want to stop it...

Okay, I really don't like the fact that he could not even be bothered to push someone out of the way. I don't care how much of a nutcase you are; that is just shitty...

A strange yet weirdly compelling first chapter; it almost begs the question, what next???

Loved how you have ended this book; and can't wait for the next one... I don't know what I was expecting to be in the room but this certainly was not it; what a horrifying surprise... I am so glad that George and Caroline seem to have reached a true meeting of both the minds and bodies. I hope Granger really does appreciate what a burden Caroline has undertaken on their behalf, even if she does enjoy it... To wield that amount of power in Great Britain at the time would make her exceptionally powerful; and with Granger in the Lords adding his voice even more so, when they choose to wield it. I know that this last year has been really tough on you; but I want you to know how much every word you have written means to not only me but so many others... Take a bow, take rest, and get back to work...

I am beginning to see that this could go much darker that the first few chapter suggested... Really enjoying the story, can't wait to see the next update.

It did not surprise me that the Lady saw right through the disguise; but I truly doubt she would be behind anything... The ending of the chapter was a huge surprise though...

There seems to be so many facets to this that I just can't even begin to see where all of this is going; but I am enjoying the ride...

I really liked this chapter; it is actions like this that give you these subtle little hints that often reveal so much...

An interesting twist in the storyline; have to wonder why a group would want him dead instead of getting what they could from him and for him...

An interesting chapter; the scene with the Duke was a surprise. I have to wonder what the birthright of this man is; he is obviously much stronger than either the Master Enchanter or even he himself realizes.

Have to wonder if we are going to get anything from the Knight Commander's side? I doubt everyone is wrong; but have to wonder why she acts the way she does?

I really laughed outloud when the Captain showed just how naïve he was about man on man sex... Hard to believe in any era a man of his age would not at least understand the basic parameters involved... Too funny...

I was going to mention the same thing; this could be an interesting twist building or simply a word that is being used in a way it was intended long before the fashion...

A well written and executed first chapter; enough to pull a reader in; but the promise of oh so much more to keep the coming back.... Well done...

Bravo, truly loved the dinner and the conversational give and take; reminds me of the more tame dinners at Escorial... I can see that Pitt had to do what he did and I think the Granger understands as well. I know that Daventry and especially Caroline understood probably even before PItt broached the subject. The plan to establish the trust was truly masterful and will greatly benefit the men under Granger more than they can imagine. I am glad that Caroline and Granger seem to have begun the process of reconciliation, I know it won't be quick or easy but this was a first great step... What did they do the sitting room????

I really liked this chapter. I think that Will is showing how much he has grown in unexpected ways. I have to wonder if he is not right about what the issue with Stef is; Stef has done so much and achieved so much but the family has never really celebrated it. Stef has never seemed to need that; but I wonder if as he has aged; the need to have the approval and familial acceptance has not grown. Will handled the deal with the horse just perfectly and the issue of Preston and Buck equally well. I have to wonder if we are not about to get a blast from the past with Joaquin and maybe even Alejandro; that would be just perfect... Great job, Mark...

As someone that has grown up and lives around some people here in Texas with great wealth, I can tell you that you hit the head on the nail with most of this... You even got the driving around part down pat; a highschooler in a small Texas town can easily put a couple of hundred miles a week on a pick up just driving the drag to see what everyone is up to. And a well known quote here in Texas is the Bigger the Hair, the closer to God you are... I do think that the others are right and the bomb might well have been in the care package but still not sure that Brad was not the intended target. After all, Brad and Buzz were suppose to be on the plane together; they may have just used it as a way to get the bomb on the plane.

Could we be going to have an Escorial type dinner in Texas??? Have to wonder how this is going to work out with a meeting of people from such different backgrounds except for the wealth. Buck is like so many of his generation; thank God they are dying out rapidly and the next one, even here in Texas is not nearly so bad. Of course, he may not be as bad as the first impression but I am almost sure he is... I actually totally agree with Wade involving Mary Ellen may be a smart move. In some ways; Lord Preston will have a greater impact on her life than anyone else, maybe not immediately but certainly with the death of the current Duke, although he seems to be in excellent health. Great addition and can't wait to see what happens next...

A true Christmas gift from the heart; thank you is not adequate for this gem. Loved everything about the chapter; and can't wait for the next one. I truly have missed the Bridgemont series more than mere words can express.

I don't even know where to start... Elizabeth obviously know more about Lord Preston than she is willing to say at the moment; and the rape is just a total shock, do we believe it? Stef is working on my last nerve; but there has to be something more to his behavior than meets the eye. Maybe we will find out soon. I doubt any court, especially in Texas would honor the request for a gay non relative to be given custody of a minor male. Unless Buzz really had the wife tied up and hogtied; she can and will win this fight... Could the next chapter be a flashback to an episode of Dallas??? Great job, Mark; hope you have a great holiday season...

I loved the interaction between JP and Will; it was just perfect. Will really seems to have everything planned out which honestly isn't a big surprise. And a dinner at Escorial that was relatively drama free; even with the announcements. I have a feeling that Stef being appointed trustee of Buzz's estate is going to turn out to be a bigger issue in the upcoming fight than anyone realizes at the moment... I can't wait for Will, JP, Stef, and the others to get to Texas...

Aging is hard on all; some handle it better than others but rarely does anyone remain unfazed by it... No matter what age you are; you can feel out of place or as if you are out of step with those around you...