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Well, I loved all the songs except this one... I just always hated Nelly... He is in that group with P Diddy or whatever he calls himself that to me never had any talent except self promotion...

Thrilled that the story is back and glad to see that chapter one started with such a bang... I am going to take a different point of view and say that I think that Will is right. It is not his job to police the relationship status of those he is seeing. Yes, he did know that Kyle and Eric were seeing each other but it is Kyle's job to stay faithful to Eric; Will does not have a responsiblity to keep Kyle faithful. Yes, I do think that if you are smart you don't get involved with someone in a relationship, but that being said; unless you are in one yourself, you don't really have responsibility to act or not to act depending on the case... I am a little shocked that Marie and John would be so indiscreet as to talk about a family members action in a location that they could be overheard. I have to wonder if one or the other didn't want someone to find out... I can see several narrators being used during this story and you can already see several people in play to be involved in or near the tragedy.

Another great chapter that was well worth the wait, although another Granger fix soon would be appreciated... I have to say this is just the best series online for me... I can't imagine a reason that Granger would not accept the Viceroy has made. It would make Granger and the others wealthy beyond what most of them can even imagine... I would think the Admiralty would treat this as if they captured the ship and the prize money would be divided as such but maybe Westie or someone else can add something about that... I have to wonder if there isn't something else behind the Viceroy's offer??? I wonder if he knows something that Granger doesn't; after all he seems well versed in Granger's mission... I wonder if other ships are lying in wait between Lima and Manila? Maybe the ties between Maidstone and the East Indian Co are more extensive and more is going on then Granger or us are aware??? If Granger makes the deal to protect the Spanish ship; you can bet that he won't allow another ship, even a British one to intercept it...

I have no problem with Will starting as the narrator but as the date gets closer to that awful day and those that followed; I can't imagine anyone other that JP being the one anyone wants to hear from... I really do believe that the gravitas of the situation demands JP as one of the narrators. I could see this as being a story that has multiple narrators at different points but JP is a must...

Another great chapter to my favorite story on the web, not even the CAP series tops this one for me... I can't imagine a reason that Granger would not take the deal being offered. It would make everyone involved wealthy beyond what most of them can even contemplate. That on top of what Calvert has gotten will make them all targets of speculation on their return to England. I have a feeling the reason that Calvert transferred the silver is he is going to use the Spanish ship to sail into that port and get the supplies that they need. This will be a daring move that really isn't needed as the Viceroy would probably supply most of what they need if Granger takes the offer; of course, there is no way for Calvert to know any of this at the moment... I would think the Admiralty would look at this as if it was a capture and the prize money would be split as usual but I might be wrong about this... I know, I know, I am so rarely wrong but it does happen... LOL... Great work Mark and can't wait for the next one...

Glad to see that Granger is back in the game. The way he handled himself when returning the young Spanish Lt is why those that befriend him and those that by the unfortunate guise of war have to few him as an advesary both view him as an true officer and a gentleman. I am sure that Spanish colonel will have nothing but nice things to report back to Spain no matter what the Spanish govenor tries to say. Well, it looks as if Granger and the others will capture a treasure ship. Even if it is not one of the big gold ships, a ship that size with silver will make those involved more wealthy then most can even comprehend. If Granger can take the ship, then his place will be secure no matter what anyone does. That kind of wealth will basically make him untouchable even more than he is now; an increase in peerage would not even be out of play for something like that. Listening to Calvert babble, just can't like the man, it amazes me how two people with such different views of life and love can tie themselves together and do so much to hold onto one another. If a true man like Travers could not hold and keep Granger, you will never convince me a pale imitation of one like Calvert will be able to in the end...

Granger returning of the young Spanish Lt showed what a true officer and gentleman was like. This is what endears him not only to his friends but those that are called enemies by the expediency of war. I am so excited that Granger will be capturing a treasure ship. Even if it is not one of the gold ships; a ship that size filled with silver will make everyone involved wealthy beyond the ability to comprehend for most of those involved. Calvert's musing are interesting because they give us a glimpse of someone that has a completely different view of relationships from Granger. I have never hidden my feelings about Calvert, wish he would die; but it is funny how those that have such opposite views on life and love can tie themselves together and in knots trying to stay as one.

Yes, I am all for a look see in at Claremont. I always like the story when something is going on there. It is a great place to visit, mind you I don't want to live there but....

Patience is a virtue but who the hell ever said I was virtuous.

I don't know; it just seems with the subject matter that the next story will cover that the narrator will require a certain gravitas. I still think JP is the best person to be the narrator for the 9/11 story. I can see a split narration with someone younger to give a perspective from another generation but I do think JP has to be involved. Maybe the first three-way, get your mind out of the gutters, narration; JP, Brad/Robbie/Cody/Claire, and then Matt/Will/Gathan from the younger generation. 9/11 is such a seminal event that I really think it demands JP as one of the narrators. I, of course, will survive no matter who the narrator ends up but have you noticed how I whine when I don't get something I really want??? :whistle:

I just thought this chapter and story were both scary, crazy, and wonderful. I think in a weird way that is what makes life so great; you just really don't ever know what is going to happen. I thought the scene at the funeral and afterward in the car between Will and Brad was so well written and it just brought a certain symmetry to the story. We got a glimpse of one of the definning moments in Brad's life and how it shaped him. While I don't think this will necessary be the same for Will, he was able to experience an event that forces all of those touched by it to take a look at their own lives. The final section in Hawaii was really well done as well. I thought that Will showed great restraint and Brad trusted him enough to let him know what was going on not just with him but Lark/Scott as well. Scott seemed to read and make a really quick decision, this was the only thing that I would question the quickness of it; but I can see him going with his gut feeling, plus the fact that Jeff has been accepted to such an extent within Brad's families lives. The fact that Stef and Brad and everyone else trust and supports Jeff would have to count for a great deal to Scott. I was also glad to see that Ryan is going to have a way of staying in the story and maybe getting a boost as well; now if only Alistair will turn out to be someone's long lost nephew... Great story, great writing, and a great time; thanks Mark for letting us into this world you have created...

That is actually a great choice and it fits not just this chapter but really the whole story for this one. The song that was playing in my head the whole time I was reading this last chapter was " The Way We Were " by Barbra Streisand. I am not usually even a big Babs fan but for some reason that just seemed to fit for me...

I swear the whole time I was reading this last chapter, " The Way We Were " by Barbra Streisand was playing in my head... Not just this chapter but this whole story was one of the best in the CAP series for many reasons. I really felt by the end that I was experiencing the angst and drama with those in each chapter. I liked how the story came full circle and how it showed that sometimes it isn't what family you are born into but the family that you choose that can make all the difference; sometimes that is one and the same but it doesn't have to be the case. I think it is great that Ryan's mom is probably going to turn out to be Jeff's mother as well. I think this is a good way to keep Ryan in the hold so to speak as well. Now if Alistair can only be someone's long lost nephew... LOL...

Well, the point of my post is that if Will does just blurt it out; then all the hard won respect and how others have viewed him as maturing will be for naught. I think that Will has matured greatly over the last several months but if he can't control himself and understand that other and maybe more important considerations are involved; then maybe Brad, the family, and the judge was wrong about granting him his emancipation. I fully expect and would even hope that Will, Brad, and those involved discuss this forcefully, honestly, and with a look at what is best for all. I just think or more honestly hope, that Will has matured to the point that he does realize and take into account how this will impact not just Jeff but everyone involved. As I stated earlier, ABC is still alive and still very wealthy and that can bring a lot of pain down on everyone involved if a mistake is made. I hope that you are right and Will does know and understand the dangers involved in this scenario. Well, sorry, I really had not taken time to read any of the post before me when I came in and posted what I did. I do agree with your post but what I am hoping is that Will has matured enough over the last several months that he will realize that this is a decision that he is not fully qualified to make based on everything involved. Part of growing and maturing is knowing when you can take the lead and when you have to follow. Part of my post was really about my hoping that Will has reached the point where he is beginning to understand this and can step back and allow more experienced individuals to take the lead and make the final decision. I am not saying that Will cannot make his thoughts, feelings, and arguments known, he should; but they should not be the deciding factor in this action.

Gave a review last night after I read the chapter but had a busy day and just getting to the forum, I really enjoyed every aspect of this lastest chapter. I thought the writing and how the situations played out rang so true to life. I thought that it was especially poignant that Will was who Shane said goodbye to and thought how Will handled telling JJ was just shattering. I don't know that I agree with the decision of the family and therapist to have Will tell JJ but the writing and the aftermath was just spot on. I think that Will's family and others forget that Will isn't an adult in actuality. I think that while Will has grown and matured tremendously over the last few months; there are still positions that I don't know that he should be put in and this might have been one. While I think Will handled himself exceptionally well, JJ may associate Will with this encounter in a negative light and I could see this causing issues down the line. Mark, you wrote the scene with JJ with so much authenticity that I just have to say Bravo... You have been able to shine a light on how we view mental illness in more than one way in this story and I just have to say thanks... I did so love being right about Lark/Scott being Jeff's biological father. I don't know how or why it came to me but it did in the middle of the night. As I stated in my review; I am not sure how Lark/Scott will react to being a father but often people suprise us in the best ways possible. I can see Will being really conflicted in how he handles this; he is going to want to tell Jeff that his father is alive and well and living in Hawaii but he can't be the one that makes that decision. If Will wants to be treated like an adult; then he is going to have to act like one. I can see Brad having to involve JP in reaching Will on this. I do think that Jeff will find out about Lark/Scott but only after Lark/Scott is advised and some discussion on how safe it will be for Jeff to actually be made aware of the facts. Alexandra C. is still alive and still very wealthy; it would not do for her to discover that Lark was still among the living, plus she might try and strike at Lark through his son. Just when I am not sure how another story in the CAP saga will measure up, you go and do something as great as this; Mark, I really believe your talent is truly remarkable.

I just love being right.... I can't wait to see how this plays out. I can't see Lark/Scott as a Dad but you know sometimes people can suprise you so much. The scene with JJ was so well written. It played out so real that it could have been taken from any number of therapy sessions/encounters that I could name. Will has matured so much and so fast that it seems that even his family can forget that he is still a child. I was so glad to see that Brad set up a session with Will's therapist. I can't wait to see how this plays out not just in the last chapter coming up but as Mark moves the story forward.

I laughed, I cried, I came; what more could anyone want from a story...... BRAVO!!!!!

This was a great chapter. I really loved how Wade understood Robbie enough to get through to him without causing any serious bloodshed. I like the peek we all got of the Wade/Matt/Tiffany dynamic that I think will be more interesting as time goes by; Riley is going to tie them together more than any of the realize at this moment. Wade is going to have to learn to balance his life and decide when he has to say no for his own sanity. Riley and Matt are always going to be the most important people in his life but he also has Will/Nana/his father/JP and so many more. One person can only give so much before they start to lose part of themself that isn't always easy to get back.

I tried to leave a chapter review but it would never take then it took a blank one... AHHHHH.... I thought this was a great chapter. I really loved all the drama and interaction at the party. I thought that Will and the others handled things really well with both Brad/Robbie and JP/Stef. I can totally see where JP is coming from and why he locked the gates based on the past. Sometimes ghost can haunt us in the most suprising ways, or just when we remember the past and think of choices made or not made. Will seems to want one person ever so often; then he seems to not want to be tied down but to be able to enjoy all the possible experiences that he can find. When you are that age, it is never easy to know your own mind much less your own body... I think Will handled the situation with Jeanine and Maddy just perfectly. You can often not tell what someone undergoing those treatments will react to. With Jeanine making that kind of connection, if even a momentary one, with Maddy; those supporting her and her physicians need to be aware of it. They can try and build on that connection. Another great chapter Mark; I think I am in love with how your mind works....

The Spanish captain died immediately after the ship was boarded. I am pretty sure the description of the damage means that the Captain's quaters suffered severe damage during the gun battle; plus the fire started before they could even start to organize anything. I am not sure that Granger would have risked any of his men on the off chance that any papers found would really prove beneficial. The only thing that might have been mentioned is how they knew Granger and his ship was going to be in the area but the Captain may or may not have been privy to that information. I have to admit, I forgot about the Lt; I do hope he survived and is on Calvert's little ship. Would be sad to lose such a brave man no matter who he had been fighting for.

I woke up in the middle of the night and the name that came to me was Lark.... He would so fit...

Mark, the scene with JP and Will was just masterful. I really find that at least for me, JP is still the heart and soul of the CAP saga. While others may act as narrator, he is still the one that holds the most intrest for me. I thought the way you navigated the conversation between them was exceptionally well done. For JP to open up to Will to the extent that he did; showed how much hope and faith he has in Will. While I can see the series surviving JP's death; if you are still interested in writing it, his loss will be hard to overcome. I have said it before, and of course, will say it again; Claire is the only person at the moment that is capable of leading the next generation after JP goes to his great reward arguing with Tonto... Brad might be qualified to be Grand Marshall and lead the troops into battle but the last few stories in the saga have showed why he is clearly not the one to lead the next generation. I could see that generation holding in the mold of the current one, but do have to agree it is harder to see Matt/Wade/Darius/Will/JJ/Marie/John/etc one being molded in the same manner.

I have to agree with Westie; Fox just has to much to lose with not enough upside for it to be him tipping off the Spanish. I could see it if he was getting more benefit but there doesn't seem to be enough upside in this for him. I thought the new chapter was excellent. The way that Granger took only a few minutes to view the situation, make a decision, and then execute it is why he is so successful. The ability to take action in that manner is very rare. Calvert even did a semi good job in this chapter as well. I have to wonder if Granger has decided to send Calvert back to England with his ship or keep him with him until his journey ends. I still think we need to find somethig out; maybe the Spanish midshipman will get a little tipsy and let something spill about the treasure ships leaving and heading west... Granger just has to capture a treasure ship; he might even get a bump to an Earldom for that one... I bet Mark can find an adventure or two on the island where they are as well; not sure what they will be but I bet there are there if we look for them...

Well done as always, the chapter was a wonderful early evening enjoyment. I really like how Granger took only a moment to size up the situation and then decided on his course of action. Once he started he kept at it, and of course it was successful. It was nice to find out that the nice officer in the last port brought his prodigy up with manners as well. You never know when those are going to count. I was really hoping that Granger would end up with a ship of the line but I guess destroying it at least takes it out of play. I can't tell if Granger has decided what to do with the Santa Clarita or not; I vote he send Calvert back to England with it... :devil: