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I have to agree with Mark about this, I do think that Wade and to a slighly lesser extent Matt are both really coming into their own. My experience is that most men seem to start coming into their own during the last year or two of college or around mid twenties without college. I do think that women in general come into their own a couple of years earlier but that is another topic for another forum. Matt loves Wade more than anything and although he doesn't seem as mature and together as Wade, he will keep pace to some extent because he won't want Wade to outgrow him. If you don't grown within the relationship, you will usually lose the relationship.

I don't think that Kerry was underdeveloped at all. My reading on this was that Kerry and Somers probably had a long standing desire to be together and finally got a chance to take it beyond boyhood indiscretions and took it... I was sort of wondering if Kerry's behaviour with Granger wasn't partly his sublimation of his feeling for Somers which he didn't think he could really ever act on, being the nominal head of the family... Kerry and Somers both acted like two men that had wanted each other for a long time and finally got a chance to really get together and enjoy each other...

Yes, love me some drama; what is that quote about tangled webs??? Hmmm....

Okay, Damn, why do I think after reading the last chapter that Wade could tie me up, fuck me, hurt me, and really make me like it?????? He maybe channeling his mother but damn, he is proving to be his own man. Between how he handled Carl and how he talked and interacted with Brad, you can just tell that Wade is really coming into his own. I really thought the scene with Matt talking to and holding Riley, with Wade and then Tiffany looking on was just perfect. Matt finally seems to be understanding Wade's feelings and thoughts, of course with a little help from Wade himself.... I can't wait for Wade's date with Sean, in the mood he is in, DAMN, anything might happen...

Well, just loved the newest chapter and so glad that Kerry and Somers found each other, their getting together and moving away from Granger will open him up for a more serious encounter with Lord Chartley. I have said since we got to met Brigadier Lord Charltey that he might be the one to take Travers place in Granger's life. He just seems to be perfect for the position. While I do agree that Granger will not settle down with just one woman, Caroline, and just one man, maybe Lord Chartley, he needs to have one main male lover and I nominate Lord Chartley... I loved how Granger interacted and dealt with the other's on the voyage home. It seems that each of them saw what they wanted to in Granger each to their own beliefs. Granger is just the perfect social and political animal; and when you put him with Caroline, well damn just watch out... I hope that we get to see and deal with some of the ending of the family drama. I am still pushing for a terrible carriage accident that will end both Freddie and Lavina's miserable existences but.....

Loved the new chapter of Paternity. The whole scene at the sorority house and then with Will and Tony were pitch perfect. Will standing up to and basically backing Carl down was classic. Carl seems really cowardly in a way I can't quite explain yet. I loved how Will handled Ryan the next morning. Will's fight with Brad was brilliantly staged as well. I do have to wonder what the whole backstory on Ryan's dad is; I mean it is obvious that he is a very bigoted person but is there more to it than that? I would think so. This was a great bridge chapter and is going to lead somewhere else.

Well, the new chapter is out and it is as invigorating as the battle that it explored. The way that Nelson used one ship to bridge to the other actually was named after him. In a battle involving ships of the line it was really considered bad form for a ship of the line to fire on a frigate, the fact that it happened in the context of this story seems telling. I am glad that Granger is on his way home, we can tie up some family issues now before the next story begins. I still am hoping for a carriage accident with Freddie and Davina. Well, I am truly glad that Roberts and Gatling survived and are still together. Glad to have Lennox back, is it just for the voyage home or will be stay around??? Clifton had done well but there is no way someone that junior will stay first Lt. Granger has never been the type to need to blow his own horn, and allowing the reports to highlite the ships of the line will earn him more than a few thanks. Too many people know what Granger did so you can beat he will still get something for his action but it will be more behind the scene. I have to say I am hoping that when Granger returns to London there is some serious fraternization with a certain army brigadier...

Hmmm... just how much do they try and recreate???? I had such dirty dirty thoughts when I read this....

A little under the weather so this will be short for me at least... Loved the new chapter. Loved how Wade was able to explain to Matt what he was thinking; and loved that Matt finally saw what Wade was telling him all along. Loved the scene in the garden in the dirt, so hot... Loved that JP and Stef were the ones that met them afterward. I just really loved it.... p.s. Methodwriter's song picks were perfect for this chapter....

Otherside by the Red Hot Chilli Peppers was perfect at that moment. It really evoked just the right feeling of what was going on; really a great choice...

We can and will survive until the next chapter is out but if it takes to long we may have to discuss the use of a cat o nine tails.... You wouldn't like that would you????

Well, the battle has been joined and Nelson is starting to pull off an action that ended up actually being named after him. I was so excited while I read this story; I really felt that I was on board one of the ships preparing for the onslaught. While I will miss both Roberts and Gatling, their departure allows for new officers to come aboard. Of course, this gives Granger a chance to find a new officers to interact with and maybe enjoy in other ways as well. I am glad that Granger will be on the way to London after the battle, I hope that Granger gets to do something in the battle; this would be very rare for a ship of his size in a battle such as this but it is Granger we are talking about... LOL... I can't wait for the next chapter so the battle can continue. Keep up the great work Mark, this is such a great series.

I had to read the latest chapter three times to make sure I didn't miss anything. This was one of those delicious morsels that you just have to savor again and again. I cannot believe how much Wade loves Matt. It just radiates out of him and comes through so much during the events in this chapter. You can tell that even if God/Mark forbid, Matt and Wade don't end up together they will always have this amazing connection that really will always be there. Carl is to stupid to really be the mastermind of a plot to break Matt and Wade up, but I am starting to wonder if there isn't someone else behind him pulling the strings. This almost seems like something that Elizabeth " The Evil Overlord " Danfield would be involved in, I just can't see her endgame yet. I love how Will can be pissed and torture JJ but no one else better try to do so. It is amazing how Will comes to JJ defense and does so as aggressively as he does. Here he is a 14 y/o and he is challenging guys several years older to protect JJ. I have to also say it is great how both Matt and Wade care about these kids and how they treat them. They both do what they can to make sure that both JJ and Will get validation and attention from them both. I love but am a little unsure about this sudden wave of attention that Matt is showing Gathan. I can see him trying to be nicer and help him to score points with Wade, but a blowjob in the bathroom were under most circumstances no one would have ever known seems well curious? I do think that Matt and Gathan are sort of like each other in certain ways and I could see a three way with Matt, Wade, and Gathan being well, freaking hot...... One had to allow this story to marinate in the mind a little to uncover all the layers of delicate perfection contained within. This is a story were the layers have to peeled back one layer at a time. Each layer just a little more delicate and delicious than the one before.

OMG, I loved Praise You by Fatboy Slim. That was the perfect song for that moment in the story... I hadn't even thought about that song in years...

I think that we all need to remember that at the time of this battle, Granger is just barely 20 years of age. I know that at that time in history that was almost middle age but still not much time for someone to know how to handle himself in every situation. Granger becasue of his position and educational advantage would be far ahead of most of his contemporaries but even then nothing can really replace good old fashion life experience. Mark has created a world that has drawn many into it's embrace. This is partly because the stories in this series are so well written but also because he is able to so seemlessly blend historical action with a story and people that we can really care about.

Well, what can I say about the latest chapter of Paternity but magnificient.... The story development is just great with this story. I can't wait to see what happens next. I loved how Wade called everyone out on the tradition issue. In sports and life, the traditions are often what defines us as a group, team, or family. I would expect someone from an old important Southern family to be big on traditions. Wade will never be able to play the " I am quitting " card again. Once you play something like that and then don't follow through you really can't use it again. You know that Matt didn't want him gone because they understand each other so well, and that will always translate onto the ice. I was really impressed by how Matt treated Gathan. It maybe a temporary thing but I think it is so important for Gathan's development and perhaps the teams as well. I had really sort of forgotten about Mary Ellen, maybe she can show up and her and Gathan can have a fling. Wouldn't that add to the drama of it all??? I can't wait to see where all of this goes with Wade and Sean and how Matt plays into it. You just know that at some point there is going to be a really hot three way. I still sort of want to see Matt and Wade in a polygamous relationship that actually works. I don't know why I think they would follow that path but it just hit me a while back and I can't seem to move past it... Mark, this is truly a wonderful story and series you have created. I know you commented a while back that someone wanted you to lay off of the CAP series and focus on the Bridgemont series, I will admit the Bridgemont series is my favorite; but don't do it. You have to follow your muse and be true to yourself. You have created two of the best online series I have ever come across and you shouldn't change a thing except do what you do best... WRITE...

I have never considered JP to be even marginally a sociopath. I do think he was able to compartmentalize his life to an extent that he was able to do things not considered acceptable to protect those that he cared about. Would any of us, if we had the guts, do any less to protect those we care about? I do think that Jeff's death, more than anything else has always haunted him. I was never really sure that JP gave up on Jeff as much as Jeff just realized he would never beat his addiction and gave up on himself. Even though Sam went back to Claremont to kill Jeff, he had already made the decision to end his own life. I really do believe that there are those that cannot overcome their demons and for some of them death is the only way out. I think JP always has blamed himself for not being able to save Jeff but some people just cannot be saved no matter how much you love them.

Loved the latest chapter, and agree that the build up to the battle was great. I have been reading up on this battle quite a bit since you started this story. It really was a great British victory. The fact that the British fleet was so well trained and that the Spainish fleet had less than 200 trained sailors, truly made the victory possible. Although the British fleet had a number of cases of true herorism, Nelson, chief among them; the ineptitude of the Spainish more than anything brought about there defeat. I can't wait for the battle. I can smell the gunpowder already...

I went back through the stories with Wade and I really do think this is the first mention of an Uncle. Methodwriter's suggestion is interesting but not sure if that is were the story is going. I do think there is something maybe he was developmentally or mentally challenged??? I do think that there is more with Carl than mets the eyes... I am not sure why but it sort of reminds me of Carson with Robbie, and no, not just because that has been mentioned. There just seems to be something sort of dangerous about this whole situation. I do think that Wade will fight for what he cares about and that is Matt and his son.

How close are we getting to the battle, in reality is should be getting pretty close. I can't wait to feel the breeze and the fine spray of salt water as Granger and his ship rushes toward the firing cannons of the enemy. I do hope that we get to spend sometime back in London after the battle dealing with the family issues as well, I can't wait to see how that comes out in the end. I still think a nice carriage accident for Freddie and Davina would be the best. It would be over quick and then what a lovely funeral we could have... I am sure that Caroline could take care of all the details...

Just got through reading the new chapter of Paternity and WOW... I loved the scene with Wade and Sean and no, I don't mean the one in the boardroom. I loved the interaction over the meal. The back and forth and give and take was just pitch perfect. I did enjoy the scene in the boardroom but it was sort of just a teaser I think. I am glad that Matt seems to be taking Wade's advice but I can tell, something is gonna have to be done to slap down this Carl. He is just not going to give up, I am still not sure what his game is though. This seems to be more than just trying to get with Matt or play him. I can bet there is a serious agenda here and I have to wonder if it is just Carl, or is there someone else behind it??? I do have to wonder how long Tiffany will put up with the living situation if Jeanine isn't getting any better. I hope that this side of the story is continued or there is at least some follow up. I cannot believe how into this story I am getting. This is quickly becoming my favorite in the series since the the Land Whore. For me, the first three stories are still the best but this one is moving past all the rest rapidly.

Hmmm, well based open what he is wearing in the second and third pictures; that explains what is wrong with men's fashion coming out of Paris...

I can't find where her maiden name was used, it just says she brought the money into the marriage and that she was heiress to a large tobacco fortune... I was just using Doiris Duke as an example of a tobacco heiress, when she died she was worthh several billion dollars...

Totally enjoyed the new chapter of Paternity, this story is the best one for me since the early ones in this series. I really can feel the emotions and attitudes that the people in this story are having. I am just completely drawn to everyone in this story. When Matt was making love to Wade and started crying, I ended up balling like a baby. I had to stop reading until I could calm down. I really think now that Sean Massey will be the one that ends up with Wade and Matt. I know that Mark made a comment that he thought maybe someone more submissive then the two of them were what they needed but I really think they need someone a little older, wiser, and more in control. I am not talking about someone to run their lives, no Master/slave or Daddy/boy kind of relationship. Just someone to help mentor and teach them a little more about love and live. I think he would have to be someone a little more dominate in order to bring them both to heel and heal. I could really see them in a long lasting polygamous relationship. Am I the only one???

I think that when Wade was first introduced there was mention that his mother, Elizabeth, was only heir to a large tobacco fortune... I was sort of thinking Doris Duke but without all the issues, or maybe just with different one...