Midnight Whispers
QAF Brian and Justin Fanfiction
Reviews For Intersect
Reviewer: Larka (Signed) · Date: November 29, 2015 03:17 AM · On: Chapter 34: Franklin and Park

I find myself rooting for Nathan and Justin as a couple.  Molly and Hunter?  Not so much.



Author's Response:

Aw, Molly and Hunter are sweet. Although, I do understand. You don't really get to see them together. I may write a one-shot revolving around them, which will go in the Intersect one-shot series. I will probably write an Emmett/Drew one first. 

I'm glad you are rooting for Justin/Nathan though! I like that there are more people showing love and empathy for Nathan. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: sfscarlet (Anonymous) · Date: November 29, 2015 01:57 AM · On: Chapter 34: Franklin and Park

So glad to see an update.  I lvoe that Justin's family came to see Nathan even if they aren't together. So nice to see that Brian is supporting Justin and the weird family dynamics too. They've become friends and that is nice to see as well.   I'm jsut surprised Justin hasn't realized the parallel of Brian letting him go since they did not want the same things and Nathan letting him go for the same reasons.  I know there is some hidden meaning there.



Author's Response:

I feel like Justin might unconsciously see the parallels and that is what is partly making him a little bitter. I was glad that Justin's family came out for Nathan too. I went back and forth on whether or not they should but Nathan deserved the support. Molly, Jennifer, Tucker, and now even Craig are all good people who want to support him. Of course it doesn't mean it can't get awkward. Brian catches onto that pretty quickly. I am glad you enjoy Justin's friendship with him. Thank you for reading and reviewing! Next chapter is now up. :)

Reviewer: bksbracelet (Signed) · Date: November 29, 2015 01:07 AM · On: Chapter 34: Franklin and Park

That was a lovely chapter I really enjoyed having some Molly interaction and the siblings forcing each other to voice their feelings good and bad. The relationship between siblings is so close as there is no agendas they just tell it like it is

Author's Response:

I always wanted a sibling growing up. I have a cousin I am close with but it is different. I'm glad you thought this was a realistic positive sibling relationship. They definitely can be real with each other and any hurt feelings caused do not last for long. Thank you for reading and reviewing! Next chapter is now up :)

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 28, 2015 07:25 PM · On: Chapter 34: Franklin and Park

Maybe, just maybe they'll find there way back together.  He should talk to Brian.  Brian thought he'd never make a good dad either because of his past.



Author's Response:

You never know! I am super surprised that you are rooting for them though! I know you to be a strong B/J shipper but I love you are rooting for this couple as well. Talking to Brian might be a very good idea. It's not that Nathan doesn't like kids. He just doesn't have experience with him and his past really makes him put himself down. :( Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Alois (Signed) · Date: November 28, 2015 11:25 AM · On: Chapter 34: Franklin and Park

I really, really, really love you, you know that, right? The whole chapter was great. I particulary love Justin in your story. And of course, Nathan is beautiful. Also, Molly, Craig, Jennifer and Tucker, it feels real. That's surely why some BJ fans have a hard time with that fic. Well, I feel privileged to exchange with you on this fic! Such a great work. Thank you :)



Author's Response:

Aw, I love you too, Alois! ;) I'm glad you enjoyed this chapter and you love Justin in this story. And I love that you're a Nathan fan. I was glad to include Molly, Craig, Jennifer, and Tucker here. I am trying to go for real and complex and maybe that rubs people the wrong way but whatever. I feel privileged to have a talented writer to discuss this story with! Thank you for reading and reviewing! You know it means a lot. :)

Reviewer: Toto_too514 (Anonymous) · Date: November 28, 2015 05:12 AM · On: Chapter 34: Franklin and Park

Oh, wow! So worth the wait!

I feel hopeful for Nathan, that maybe he has taken a small step toward learning how to love himself, as he said. But after the awkwardness of that Taylor family reunion, I'll never complain about my own family get-togethers again, LOL!

Craig has made huge progress, but I guess he'll never get used to Brian. Very curious to see what happens at the family lunch and then Brian & Justin's lunch too!



Author's Response:

Glad it was worth the wait! I hope the next wait isn't as long!

Nathan is trying. He at least realizes that he isn't okay. He'll go through a lot but he will eventually live a nice life. Some things will happen that will make you very concerned for him though. The Taylor family reunion was a bit awkward but at least Jennifer now knows the worry her kids are going through in regards to their father. It puts pressure on her but she should know. Craig has made a lot of progress but he will always have mixed or bitter feelings about Brian at best. Even though he's okay with Justin being gay now, he still thinks it was wrong of Brian to sleep with his seventeen year old son. And I can't really blame him for that. The age thing would get to a lot of parents. Of course Nathan is a lot younger than Justin but Justin got with Nathan when the kid was 21, so he was completely legal. Craig knows that and doesn't care. Of course he's made progress but I think Craig will always see Brian as a man who slept with his high schooler son. 

I was actually going to do a time jump after this chapter but your review made me reconsider writing the lunches and THEN the time jump lol. We shall see but I might be putting two chapters up at once. ;) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: SunshineSally (Signed) · Date: November 28, 2015 02:26 AM · On: Chapter 34: Franklin and Park

Okay, wait, just wait, how do you manage to do this to me? My emotions are all over the place. At first I hate Craig then I feel so sorry for him that I could cry - THEN I hated Nathan and now I like Nathan and want to smoosh him and heal his broken heart. 

Nathan's letter to Justin was beautiful, and I could see him writing it - willing himself not to cry but failing :(

And how is it that Jenn is only in this for the tiniest amont of time, yet she was probably my favourite part of this story? Her heart is just so big and she is such a genuine sweet lady. After all she went through with Craig and the divorce, he was still her husband for 20 years, of course she still has a place for him in her heart. Not everyone would be so sweet and considerate (TEAM JENN!)

Brian texting Justin was a lovely touch. And I lol'd imagining Brian and Drew discussing ballet. I bet they know all the names of the little moves the kids are taught :)

BUT FINALLY - THEY KISSED..... and then Petra walked in and ruined it. I mean, she didn't, because as much as I NOW love them together I wouldn't want either of them to sacrafice the things that are important to them. And Justin wants kids. Maybe not now, but he does, and I think if he stayed with Nathan he would regret that. It still hurts though :(



Author's Response:

I use this stories to manipulate the emotions of innocent readers. ;)

Craig is in a rough place and is quite depressed. At least he's letting a couple of people know and is talking to a psychiatrist. Awww, but you hated Nathan? I'm glad you don't anymore though lol. He needs a lot of smooshing so feel free. Writing that letter was a very emotional experience for him. It was tough and put him through the wringer but also cathartic in a way, even though he hated writing some of it.

Jennifer is a lovely lady. She still cares about Craig and will always love him due to the past and children they share, even though part of her despised what he did. She's very frightened for him and is quite concerned for his well-being. 

Brian was not about to chit chat with Justin while Craig was standing there. Too awkward for him. Drew knows his terms in ballet. Brian is trying to learn them. ;) 

Nathan and Justin did kiss. And I am shocked that you are happy about that! lolol. Yes, even though Petra kind of cut them off, I think that the same outcome would have been had, even if they had had sex in the dressing room. Kids are a hard things to compromise on. Too bad because Justin and Nathan really are a nice couple ;(

Thank you for reading and reviewing, Sally! It means a lot!

Reviewer: chadmom (Anonymous) · Date: November 26, 2015 01:57 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

Really enjoying your story!  Read all the chapters in three days! Me hen will you be updating?  Thanks!



Author's Response:

I'm glad you are enjoying it! New update is up now! :) 

Reviewer: Diana (Anonymous) · Date: November 22, 2015 08:19 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

Update???? :(



Author's Response:

I only have five pages written. I've had a lot of stuff going on in RL. Every time I try to sit down something else comes back up. I hope to get some written today and have it up by tomorrow or in a couple of days though.

Reviewer: sweetc (Anonymous) · Date: November 20, 2015 11:56 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

About LiLy :i like her...but i probably would go crazy as a parents :) and probably right now i'm not in mindset -having a child so i was just saying that.There are some children more quite than her( at least i hope!!!!).So she is cute but -o god-having her in my house would drive me nut and in bed at 5 pm!!!!!Luckily B and E have options in childcare ( school ,sitter and them) so they can have time alone.

But i need to pin the reality of your Lily:soo good job.

ps:so not a critic to lily chapter but her being so real that you can be tired of her demanding and her energy ^_^ hope i explain myself clearly



Author's Response:

Aww, I'm glad you still like her. She is loves everyone and means well. She also can be well-behaved when it comes down to it. She just has so much love and energy pent up in her that she has to show ALL of it. Brian and Eric do have childcare and preschool but do try to keep their evenings and weekends free for her. :)

Reviewer: sweetc (Anonymous) · Date: November 20, 2015 11:36 PM · On: Chapter 33: 31st and 24th

I'm not back full time reading this but i check to not lose too much.I loved this and i also wrote a long comment about this chapter but this site didin't pubblish soooooo i was so angry .

I love Nathan but i'm so sorry for him :(((I also think Eric was very helpful and caring.Good move.I want hug nathan and never let him go ( he is quite hot guy).

Don't take this as a critic but as a compliment to your way of compose:I can't stand Lily!!!!She is so hyper i would probably go crazy if i have to put with her!!!!when i finished i was like ...i need a break from children!!!!!WTH!!!!!!I think children are cute but i can't stand them too much time  especially little ones like lily high demanding...i prefer older ones.Your children are so real i can't stand them sometimes...like at the wedding your gus  was so teenagerish i would have toss his cellphone out of the window.Don't worry no baby here with me ghghg.

I can't wait to see what's next

 



Author's Response:

Lmao! It's okay, sweetc! I Lily's passion and energy is not for everyone. Although, we do become used to the quirks or the people we live with so I think Brian and Eric can deal because they watched her grow up from a normal infant to the crazy kid she is today. But yes, she is definitely a strong ENFP personality with a lot of quirkiness, imagination, passion, stubborness, and intellect lolol. (Eric is ENFJ and Nathan INFP, by the way ;)) 

As for Nathan, he is having a rough time. We can only hope he starts to embrace his friends more like Petra, Sebastian, and Nadia. And Eric is becoming a good friend as well, despite the age gap and the fact he is with Brian. He has a difficult journey in the second story but also an important one. 

Thanks for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Titenano (Signed) · Date: November 15, 2015 08:53 PM · On: Chapter 33: 31st and 24th

Nathan is a sweet soul. He was amazing with Lily. I'm glad he has a friend in Eric. I hope he realize that.

Lily is amazing, she's an amazing person. Doesn't suprise me with all the people who love her.

Great to hear from Nathan.

Can't wait to read more.

xxx



Author's Response:

He is definitely a wonderful human being and he's better with kids than he thinks. Lily is fantastic! hehe. I'm awfully proud of her. She's a passionate and outgoing little girl. You'll see a little more Nathan in the next chapter, which is now up! Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Hotesse (Signed) · Date: November 12, 2015 12:43 AM · On: Chapter 33: 31st and 24th

I'll remember

Author's Response:

Awww, thank you! :)

Reviewer: Hotesse (Signed) · Date: November 12, 2015 12:11 AM · On: Chapter 33: 31st and 24th

Finally I get a chance to read this new chapter, and finally a chance to tell you off.... jk....
But I'm pretty sure you mixed up the names of Nathan and Eric a couple of times around the phone call they had, right....???

Small detail, but your writing demands it to be right. I'm so in love with Nathan, already was for several chapters, and I dare to hope the letter will find its way to Justin with him taking it in a healthy way. Please Justin just please accept it..... well... I would cry my self... so who am I to ask...

Again love this story. I want to hug you. If you ever go over seas, my couch is yours if you make a stop in Iceland :)

Author's Response:

Just checked And I did type Eric instead of Nathan one time. I'll be sure to change it. Thank you for pointing it out! I wrote that part late at night lol. 

I'm glad you are enjoying this story so much and love Nathan! I think Justin will be touched by it but it might give him some hope too. Which you will see how that plays out. But remember, Justin and Nathan will always be SO important to each other. Nathan plays a huge part in the whole trilogy, as well as the alternate ending, and a possible strange alternate timeline I may or may not write. No matter what, Nathan has completely weaved himself into this universe.

Of course I will sleep on your couch! I would love to see Iceland! I just have to come up with the money now lol. You better remember the offer though because I will take you up on it if I have the chance! :)

Hugs to you too! I am so happy this story brings out such strong positive emotions. They override the negative ones. 

Reviewer: Alois (Signed) · Date: November 11, 2015 04:40 PM · On: Chapter 33: 31st and 24th

Hi Anne! Loved this chapter and the way you bring Nathan to life. He is an amazing character and I really enjoy reading his thoughts. Lily is a hit!!! Thank you for another amazing chapter :)

 



Author's Response:

I'm glad you enjoyed this chapter, Alois! Also happy that you are a Nathan fan. :) He has become near to my heart. Lily definitely is a hit! She's a very passionate young lady, hehe! Thank you for reading and reviewing! 

Reviewer: bksbracelet (Signed) · Date: November 11, 2015 09:29 AM · On: Chapter 33: 31st and 24th

Another amazing chapter, I loved the insight we had of Nathan and I was very amused at Lilly's antics

Author's Response:

Nathan is an interesting character to write so I am glad you liked the insight.

Lily and her antics. Never a boring day for Brian and Eric ;)

Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: SunshineSally (Signed) · Date: November 11, 2015 04:22 AM · On: Chapter 33: 31st and 24th

ANNIE!

I didn't think you would be able to do it, to have me cross over from not really liking or caring THAT much about Nathan, to reading this and thinking he's adorable and just needs a good cuddle in his life. 

And urgh, I adore Eric for inviting Nathan over to spend the day with him and Lily, that was so freaking cute. He has found a good friend there.

LILY, OUR LITTLE ACTAVIST <3 I freaking loved it. That was perfect - and what a great idea Nathan had about writing a letter... I want to read it.... HINT HINT HINT :)

I now need more.... :)



Author's Response:

Mwhahaha. I really am manipulative. I am glad you like Nathan now! He really does need cuddles. And help. And possibly more therapy. And as many friends as he can get.

Eric's a good guy. He cares about Nathan and knows deep down that Nathan didn't have a good life. Even though things probably didn't go to plan, I think Nathan really appreciated it. 

Lily is hardcore over whale rights now. She's demanding "Save the Whale" decal stickers for her room and everything. 

I may write Lily's letter...maybe Nathan's too. Keep an eye on the Intersect Interactive fics ;)

Reviewer: Carol (Anonymous) · Date: November 10, 2015 03:33 PM · On: Chapter 33: 31st and 24th

That chapter was a thing of beauty .. Your original characters are beginning to rival the main characters in appeal, unthinkable before this story and for me a total first. Clever girl :)



Author's Response:

Aw, that means so much! I figured you would like this chapter since you are a Nathan fan. :) I he will play a big part of the next chapter as well since it is Justin's POV. I've become very attached to the original characters as well and, although the ending will still stay the same, their presence will always play a big part of the Intersect trilogy and it will be awfully hard for me to let Britin happen again (in this universe, anyway.) But it will happen. I greatly appreciate the fact that you are such a Nathan advocate and love the rest of the original characters too! Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Toto_too514 (Anonymous) · Date: November 10, 2015 04:23 AM · On: Chapter 33: 31st and 24th

I thought it was wonderful... I am glad Nathan has taken the small step to reconnect with Justin, at least on some level. I think those few minutes alone with Lily helped him with his "fear" of children... although I think I'm a little bit afraid of being alone with Lily, LOL!



Author's Response:

He did take a small step. It was a big one for him since he didn't know how to go about it but, when it comes down to it, he loves Justin and always will. He needs him in his life in whatever way he can have him. He's slowly getting the hang of things. He doesn't dislike children. He thinks Lily is cute and funny but I don't think he wants to be an actual parent (yet, at least.) 

Oh, Lily would be a perfect little angel for you! You'd be fine ;)

Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 09, 2015 11:12 PM · On: Chapter 33: 31st and 24th

So maybe this is the start to getting back together.  That Lily is sooo passionate and Nathan was surprisingly good with her.



Author's Response:

Anything is possible! There are definitely going to be some blurred lines when it comes to the relationships in Intersect but Justin and Nathan do need each other when it comes down with it. I'm biased but I think their past, present, and future relationship is beautiful. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: sfscarlet (Anonymous) · Date: November 01, 2015 02:42 AM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

Great chapter-  my heart goes out to Justin.  Nice to see Brian having a relationship with him, but feel that he is also still in love with Justin.  I know he loves his life, but there is a strong history there.  Can't wait for the next updte.



Author's Response:

Part of him will always be in love with Justin. He cannot escape that. He's set on building a strong friendship with him and Eric trusts him. However, feelings will get more passionate the more time they spend together. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Hotesse (Signed) · Date: October 29, 2015 11:37 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

Deep sigh.... (the exhale.... that was hard but rewarding to read kind of sigh) after finishing this chapter. I can't really put it into words right now, just know that your writing pulls me in every time, and I feel so deeply saddened, yet thankful to "know" all those wonderful characters new and old in your story. The description of Lily's reunion with her fathers and the evening between the friends was so "life", yet something very few have, the sharing of the news and great dialogs. I think Brian did the right thing by visiting Justin, but then the line between right and wrong is blurry... never mind what I think... It's your story and I'm so happy to get to be in the same room as all those beautiful people and pets.

Writing this comment is blurry. Just know that I love the story, but I kind of wish I had the power to delete half of the comments on your behalf. My sigh after reading some of them was of a different nature than my initial sigh....

My day was blurry, I asked for a raise. A big one.... scared shitless they'll say yes and expect me to be as good as I need to be.... good thing I can come home and recharge by reading this

Love.

Author's Response:

I'm glad you are enjoying it so much, Edda! It can be frustrating to receive those reviews but I ultimately can move past them. Sometimes I want to debate hardcore because they are so biased or poorly worded but that's a different story. ;)

I also appreciate that you like the new characters added to the mix. I know OCs can irk some readers in all fandoms. I think as long as the OC isn't based off yourself as a love interest and they are very well developed and fit well within the story, then they should be welcome. I certainly find myself drawn to some OCs in certain works. 

There definitely is a thin or shaky line when it comes to some of the relationships in this fic but I try to display them as complex and multi-dimensional. While Brian probably shouldn't have laid down on the bed with Justin, I think his heart was in the right place.

I hope you got that raise! New chapter is now up (Nathan's POV) for you to celebrate with!

Reviewer: Carol (Anonymous) · Date: October 28, 2015 12:03 AM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

Its ironic that Brian and Eric's ideal is the catalyst that prompts Nathan to sacrifice his own personal happiness for Justin's. It's classic Kinney, is it any wonder he's so dear to my heart. He's 23, damaged and doesn't appear to have the support system even Brian had.... And Justin, the only person privy to his past, heartbroken and worried is .. in bed!? I feel bad for him but he's been here before and I have to ask myself why isn't he banging on Nathan's door and making him believe that he is enough and worth compromising some of his dreams for. Could it be that in his heart of hearts he doesn't really believe it either:(  

 



Author's Response:

It is pretty ironic, isn't it? Nathan thinks the world of Justin and wants him to have everything he could desire in life. And, while Nathan has his band, and especially Petra, who loves him more than he realizes, he doesn't want to burden them with his demons. It's very sad. But I do promise you, they will prove to him how much they unconditionally love him. Justin will as well. You caught Justin at a bad time, as did Brian. ;) He's been trying to reach out but doesn't want to push too much. Part of it might be because he can't think of a compromise that Nathan would go for. I think that, if Nathan would come back if Justin told him kids weren't as important, Justin would say just that. But Nathan really feels that he isn't worth that sacrifice and wouldn't let Justin make it. 

Never fear though. Nathan will play a big part next chapter and we will have Nathan AND Justin the chapter after that due to it being opening night of his show. Their relationship is far from over. They will always have a connection. Thank you for reading and reviewing, Carol! It always woarms my heart to see how much you care for Nathan. I have a couple of readers on Ao3 who feel the same way you do but it's still so rare to see a review in his defense. :)

Reviewer: bjfanchile (Anonymous) · Date: October 27, 2015 01:01 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

why I find that Brian's effort to get to know what is happening to justin is not comforting at all, they sound like close friends instead of true lovers, u don't think that Justin is important person like Eric's or you just personally hate Justin because he is being blonde and beautiful? don't u think u have convinced people enough already about their what so called love interests so far

 

See Admin's response below. 



Author's Response:

Yes, bjfranchile. I hate blonde people. When I look at photos from my childhood, I am very self-loathing. Good lord. 

Reviewer: Nichelle Wellesly (Signed) · Date: October 27, 2015 10:11 AM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

Hey Annie,

First I would just like to say AGAIN that you are doing a WONDERFUL job with Intersect. My emotions are all over the place, especially in this chapter. I feel like a damn traitor because I'm happy for Brian & Eric. Yet I feel so miserable for Justin. In my mind, when Justin said that he would never have a husband and a baby, I kinda thought that he's beginning to see himself as some sort of a fixer; like the guy only good enough to fix what's wrong or hurt within his partner of the moment only for them to leave and find someone else. And that really broke my heart even as I agreed with Brian that if he wants a child, he's financially stable and should make that happen for himself. So YES!!! I stay torn with this amazing world with REAL LIFE ISSUES you've created!

And Secondly, To the person (although that's NOT what I'd like to call her right NOW) who is saying that Nathan should "get over himself:" take a powder and chill out...or better yet DON'T review!! As writers, we are NOT obligated to tell the story YOU want but to stay true to our craft. Whereas I understand your frustration on Justin's behalf, you have disregarded the struggle of Nathan as a fictional character and VICTIMS who face this same issue EVERY SINGLE DAY. I know because I was one of them and even now 27 years later from the very FIRST inicident, I am STILL affected in some capacity.

There is an old adage: "If you can't say something nice, DON'T say anything at all." This should be a going motto among reviewers particularly because you don't have the knowledge or capability to understand what the AUTHOR was going through in delievering QUALITY work. Even if you are a writer yourself, you can't possibly understand another's thought process or the agony of writing a work which puts you as the author in such a vulnerable place. What we AUTHORS don't need is NEGATIVITY!! So please be courteous, conscientious and kind when leaving a review. We don't mind CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM but we do mind outright FOUL comments.

Annie, GREAT JOB ONCE AGAIN!!

~Nichelle   

 

I'm going to interject here.  We do allow 'constructive criticism' of an author's work.  But the types of combative comments to this story have been far and above that, even though the writer has made it clear that this is not just a B/J story.   That is the writer's decision to make.  Some readers will like certain plots, while others won't.  If any reader persists in repeating the same type of criticism over and over again, however, they either need to move onto another story that is more to their liking, or risk being banned for harassment.  The choice is theirs.

I cannot stress enough that the best response to such behavior is not to respond at all or delete them.  Easier said than done, I know, but the best approach.  This site is here to support writers, not condemn them, and neither Bob nor I will allow it to denigrate into a battlefield.  

~Predec2



Author's Response:

Thank you so much, Nichelle. It took me a while to answer the more recent reviews of this story and I wanted to come up with the right words for yours. I understand the conflict that this story brings to B/J shippers but I think it's important to remember that both this story AND the show are fictional and, while it is totally okay to feel the need to choose a side or not like this story's plot, it is also important to remember that the author is a real human being. And I completely understand defending characters. I did it with that person's review. But I feel that I did it for different reasons than she did when it came to her complaints. I feel that Nathan could represent a certain percentage of survivors and it isn't right to tell a survivor to get over himself. And not because it will hurt Nathan. Nathan is a figment of my imagination. But because it can hurt readers who have gone through similar things. It's a poisonous viewpoint and I am personally glad to have my defensiveness justified by your counterargument. I can't promise that she saw it, but I hope that if she did, then it gave her something to think about. If her claim is true, then I hope she realizes that not everyone can "get over themselves" as quickly as she assumably was able to.

I understand constructive criticism but facing THIS kind of petulant behavior is very trying. I know you have faced similar things with SLA and it really isn't fair. I try to take it as a compliment is some ways. Obviously the story is making them feel. But you can also understand how frustrating it is.

Now onto your first paragraph!

I think it's okay to feel torn! It's an upsetting time for Justin and Brian and Eric are extremely happy with their own lives. And I think you are right when it comes to Justin thinking of himself as a fixer. Even I can't truly imagine how he feels right now. I think he logically knows that Nathan needs to fix himself more than he was able to. Like the saying goes, you must love yourself before you can be loved by others. While I don't think you can't be loved if you don't love yourself, I think that a relationship can only be successful if you get to the point where you are at peace and can be on your own. You shouldn't just survive off of one person's love and praise. You need to be able to be an individual in order to be confident. Nathan had that in some aspects (like his talent) before he met Justin, but when it came to his personal life, he didn't. So I think that, after the hurt starts to die down a little, he is going to aim for that. It will be a rough road though and, of course, this isn't the last you have seen of Justin and Nathan. Their relationship isn't cleanly cut off by any means. They are too close for that and they love each other too much. But I think that, when they become friends and fall into becoming comfortable with that, they will be extremely close. 

And I think Justin should have a child too! I think he's financially stable and confident enough to raise a baby by himself. It isn't ideal when it comes to his personal goals, but there's no need to wait and keep hoping. That way, when the right man comes along, Justin will know that he and his child are accepted.

Thank you so much for reading and reviewing, Nichelle. It truly means a lot.

 

Hi, Kim! I also thank you for your input. My comment section can get a little heated but I hope this was directed more towards other reviewers rather than Nichelle. What the reviewer said was insensitive and I know it upset Nichelle greatly, since we were talking when it popped up. It got us both a little angry but I think she handled her response well (albeit with a lot of passion ;)) And I completely agree. Next time I will just delete them. I usually do with my hateful comments but sometimes when I feel that the reviewer is toeing the line, saying something troubling, or there's just a misunderstanding, I want to make my counterpoint. Sometimes it starts a good conversation and sometimes the returning comment is even more shocking or combative. This story definitely gets some surprising responses. 

 

Reviewer: Tasha (Anonymous) · Date: October 27, 2015 09:56 AM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

awww my poor Justin I know I dislike Nathan but I hope he's alright 



Author's Response:

They are both going through a rough time. Nathan, especially, but he's a very strong person when it comes down to it. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Tania (Anonymous) · Date: October 27, 2015 09:32 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

HEY YOU!!!!!!!!when I was five I was abuse and raped by my uncle for 12yrs so I know what he's going through. So I'm sorry I offended you and your "fanfiction" character 



Author's Response:

I'm sorry for what you went through but I would think you would empathize rather than say he needed to get over himself. You have to realize how rude that sounds, even if it is over a fictional character. I have no way of knowing who a victim is when it comes to anonymous comments online and who isn't but I am trying to defend the ones who may be reading this story and could identify with Nathan. You aren't insulting a fictional character. But saying a character who is facing real life issues should get over himself isn't in your best interest or in the interest of other abuse victims. It sends off a signal that people think that abuse can just be completely overcome in a few short years. That's usually not the case.

Reviewer: Toto_too514 (Anonymous) · Date: October 27, 2015 05:39 AM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

Always great to have an update. 

Oh, poor Justin... but I like that Brian is still so over-protective when it comes to Justin. Even if I think it is somewhat misplaced with regard to Nathan. And all of this in such stark contrast to the happiness and the bright future at Brian & Eric's home. Oh, poor Justin.



Author's Response:

Poor Justin indeed. Brian's protectiveness is lovely but I think he will realize that Nathan isn't really at fault here (not to say that Justin is.) He'll realize that he let his biasness cloud his judgement a little. While Justin is probably a little envious over Brian and Eric's happiness, he is still happy for them. Sometimes it's hard to show that though. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Tania (Anonymous) · Date: October 27, 2015 02:52 AM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

You need to find a HOT BoyFriend for Justin I really dislike Nathan. He should get over himself and can we have more Justin in your story. This story mostly about Brian and Eric 



Author's Response:

Excuse me? You think a 23 year old man should just get over himself when he was consistently abused and mentally tortured by his father, the man who ended up raping him and being revealed as a serial killer? The man he killed? Nathan has accomplished a LOT for his age and, when you compare his accomplishments to the life he's had, that's inspirational and awe inspiring. You'll get more Justin. And more Nathan! And more love interests. This is a trilogy and, while you are free to have your opinion on the characters, your opinion on this one is flawed. I don't care that you don't like him but saying that a victim of horrific abuse, rape, and trauma should get over himself literally makes my skin crawl.

Reviewer: harperj (Signed) · Date: October 27, 2015 02:12 AM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

Thanks for another chapter.  I love all of the relationships in this story.



Author's Response:

I'm glad you love them! I try to make them all complex and meaningful. :) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: taurus (Anonymous) · Date: October 27, 2015 02:08 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

I had been waiting for Brian to find out about Nathan. But I was kind of disappointed that Brian was not very comforting to Justin. I quess I was looking for him to take Justin in his arms and say "Sunshine, everything will be alright".  They have that unbreakable bond. 



Author's Response:

I thought he was very comforting. He tried to give him a pep talk, laid down with him, stepped out of his shell to comfort him. It really isn't his way to take Justin into his arms and comfort him like that just over a break up nor is it his place as of right now. I'm sure if Nathan had died Brian would hold him though. Luckily that didn't happen. But you are right, they do have an unbreakable bond. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: SunshineSally (Signed) · Date: October 27, 2015 01:46 AM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

Lily is such a precious little cupcake, she is so happy to have her Daddy and Papa home with her. I love how annoyed she gets that they can't all skip their responsabilities tomorrow and hang out.

I have said this before, but I adore the friendship between Brian and Emmett, it's so real, I wish I could watch them like this.

Brian and Eric though, THEY MAKE MY HEART SING! 

#TeamBeric... or is it #TeamErian??

But the part of this I loved the most was Brian visiting Justin. Brian may be happily married to Eric, with a gorgeous little girl, but he still cares for Justin - and I love the way Eric explained he wont push Nathan away because he reminds him of his favourite person, I never really thought about their similarities in that respect.

LOVE THIS - AND A BABY BERIC/ERIAN IS ON IT'S WAY....



Author's Response:

She is so precious. We need to do a spell and bring her to life so that we can cuddle her all the time. But she'll probably just want to hang with her Papa, Daddy, and rats the whole time. ;)

I love Brian and Emmett. They're fun to write and really are forming a close friendship. I think at this point of his life, Brian is considering Emmett his best friend.

Brian and Eric are lovely. So in love and breathlessly happy.

#TeamBriric? #TeamBreric?

Brian will always love Justin and he really wants to form a lasting friendship with him. He's worried about the poor guy too. And Eric! He's worried as well but he's not one to choose sides in situations like these, especially when Nathan is so young and reminds him of someone special.

Yay! A new baby!

Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Henri (Anonymous) · Date: October 27, 2015 01:12 AM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

Uh oh! I sense trouble afoot in paradise.  I look forward to the next instalment.



Author's Response:

There will be some drama and angst but we'll see which way it goes. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Titenano (Signed) · Date: October 26, 2015 11:43 PM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

I love when I see an update of this story!

This chaper was cute with Lily and all the baby excitement! But it was also sad to see Justin like this. I just wanted to hug him.I'm also afraid to see how Ethan is feeling...

"I’ve only met one other person who avoided the subject like he did. You. So, Brian, I’m not going to villainize him just because he broke Justin’s heart. I’ll talk to Justin and be his friend, don’t get me wrong, but I won’t cut off a friendship with someone who reminds me of my favorite person in the world." ...Eric is amazing. Even when something is not about Brian...Brian isn't far away from his mind.

Can't wait to read more.

 

 



Author's Response:

Lily is an ornery but adorable little girl. She'll make an interesting big sister. ;) Justin is taking the breakup hard but a lot of it comes from worrying about his ex. He still loves him dearly and feels very protective over him. Nathan is not doing well but he's does want to work on himself. He is in a dark place right now though.

Brian is never far from Eric's mind. He's pretty smitten. 

Glad you liked this chapter! Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Alois (Signed) · Date: October 26, 2015 11:23 PM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

Another amazing chapter Anne. It's bittersweet, yet full of love. I love everything about this!



Author's Response:

Aw, thank you! You're one of the few who do! Jokes...sort of. As you know, things will be closing relatively soon so it'll be hard to write the final chapters of the first story but there's still quite the journey ahead of us. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Larka (Signed) · Date: October 26, 2015 10:58 PM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

I'm feeling really bad for Justin.  You are doing a great job with this.  I was so excited to see you posted a new chapter.



Author's Response:

Justin is having a string of shitty life events, isn't he? He'll be okay eventually. He needs his friends to lean on right now and he'll try to move forward when he's ready. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: October 26, 2015 06:29 PM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

You've got a lot going on in this chapter.  The Adventures of Lily are always fun.  I hope that Nathan doesn't do anything rash.  I've come to like the little shit.  Good grief, I'm channeling Debbie.



Author's Response:

The Adventures of Lily. That should be a series! ;) Nathan will have a hard time but he's possibly the strongest character in this series. I'm glad you've come to like him. He's a good guy. ;) You could do worse things than channel Debbie. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: bksbracelet (Signed) · Date: October 26, 2015 01:23 PM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

Poor Justin I love that Brian and Justin can be so honest with each other, and Eric is amazing.

Author's Response:

They have a bond and are becoming good friends (with lots of leftover feelings that will always stir.) Eric is amazing. Brian got lucky.

Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Diana (Anonymous) · Date: October 26, 2015 01:07 PM · On: Chapter 32: 21st and Queens Plaza North

Thanks for updating :o)

 

It was great as always. I feel with Justin, as with Nathan.

Maybe we get a little more interaction with Brian and Justin in the next chapter(s)??

That would be amazing. Keep going and F*** everyone who doesn't like it :)

Diana



Author's Response:

There will be more Brian/Justin moments, don't worry! I feel bad for both Justin and Nathan too. Yet I keep putting them through a lot...

Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Diana (Anonymous) · Date: October 23, 2015 11:48 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

Oh my........ now i feel totally guilty. :(

Forgive me for sounding that harsh. That wasn't my intention. Of course i will never lose interest in this story. It's far too good not to continue reading and wishing for new chapters. :D

Sorry for the review. I was selfish and only thought about my wish and what I want. That was wrong not to consider your life and your troubles, especially with those nasty comments and the way they made you feel.

I'm sorry about your dog. I am a professional dog trainer and have one myself. I don't want to imagine losing him onbe day..... :( I'm not sure i can face it....

Please don't feel pressured again, especially not by me. ;) And be assured that will NOT stop to read this story, EVER :D ;D

Best wishes to you.
Diana



Author's Response:

It's okay! To be fair, I hadn't taken into account how long it's been since the last update. Sometimes time goes by faster than you think. I have felt a lot less frustrated by the reviews. The worst of the reviews and emails are from the same person but I have received a few that were harsh for no reason except for the subject matter of the boys, mainly Brian, being in love with another man. I guess it isn't as troubling seeing Justin with someone else. Maybe because he had Ethan in the show while we never saw Brian interested in more than just hooking up with other men. But some of the reviewers are very rude and it's sometimes very frustrating. Luckily, I have a thicker skin than some people do but I would be worried about how new writers would take the sort of behavior that I witnessed. 

As for my dog, I thank you for your condolences. :) It was hard losing her. She was 16 and I got her when I was 8 years old. She was truly my best friend but now that almost seven months has passed, I am grateful that she passed in her sleep at home and she's at peace. I hope your dog lives a long, healthy life.

I am working on the chapter. I have some family in from out of state but it is slowly progressing. I hope to really get into the chapter where I hyperfocus and get 20 pages written in one sitting. I just need to get past the initial getting to the airport and into Emmett's car lol.

Thank you again for checking in! I really do want to get it posted by the end of the weekend. 

Reviewer: Diana (Anonymous) · Date: October 21, 2015 09:10 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

Hey,

when are you going to post a new chapter? It's been three weeks already.....

i know i sound impatient but i really am. Kinda makes one loose interest because we know that the next chapter will take weeks again :(



Author's Response:

I have been very busy. I wish I could dedicate all my time to writing but I have to work and try to have a little bit of a social life to keep up appearances. :P I also wanted to get a couple of one-shots in and finish Nose to Bill (which only has an epilogue left.) I'd like to get Know You're Not Alone done too but I am starting the new chapter of this story now. Hopefully, if time allows, I can have it up by Tuesday but maybe even by Saturday or earlier. I don't like to keep people waiting but I got several LONG chapters of this updated within a short amount of time and this is my first longer break from Intersect since my dog died in April. Sometimes I have to take a break. I receive so many reviews and inquiries from lovely fans, such as yourself, but I also get horrible hate for this story as well. I have been told that I should get pissed on. I have received death threats. I have been told that my story is absolutely horrible. If I was getting paid for it, then I would probably handle it a lot better but sometimes I just need a little bit of a break. I love this story though so I'm not giving up on it by any means but I need to do this at my own speed, especially when I am doing all the work for free. ;)

I do thank you for checking in. You say that you are losing interest but checking in kind of gives evidence to the contrary. But the next chapter should be soon so I hope you stick around.

Reviewer: Hotesse (Signed) · Date: October 10, 2015 06:48 PM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

My Saturday is now complete. I've been so busy I've had to stay away from MW, but not I finally read this chapter. I understand that you worry about "some people" complaining but you won't get any complaints from me. It's your story and it's great.

Author's Response:

I'm glad you are enjoying it! I'm working on the next chapter but I'm having some trouble. Hopefully I get past the block soon. Thank you for reading and reviewing as well as supporting me!

Reviewer: Toto_too514 (Anonymous) · Date: October 08, 2015 03:38 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

Sounds like Brian & Eric are having a magical honeymoon. The house and grounds were just breath-taking! A little surprised at Brian's announcement about a new baby. 



Author's Response:

They did have a magnificent time! :) I got jealous looking at those pictures and researching, not going to lie. Although I'm sure Eric is the one who is the most pumped about having another kid, Brian has been thinking about it and has warmed up a lot to the idea. He know he will love that child with all of his heart and he or she will make Lily and Eric incredibly happy as well. Thank you for reading and reviewing! It means a lot. :)

Reviewer: Alois (Signed) · Date: October 07, 2015 10:41 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

I just have to say how appropriate and kind some comments can be on this site, especially if one dare to imagine a story where one character, either B or J, is happy without the other.

Someone wrote: "I can't believe the great tale of Brian and Justin is depending on someone's mortal " to give the author his/her insight on this story and other stories.

Firstly, I didn't know Cowlip were some Gods, but I will be sure to tell them.

Secondly, it's perfectly normal to place fictional characters above a human being's feelings. Authors are just ungrateful  and completely out of their mind to try to come up with different stories and ideas. Really, there are not enough B/J exclusive stories out there.

And of course, every author is forcing readers who don't enjoy these characters involved with other people to read their stories, or to review on them without reading it. Authors are just that masochist and so grateful to be bashed on a public place because of the awful content of their stories.

Kindness is so much harder, it's true.

I dream of a world where the message of tolerance and love always living in QAF will shine on these pages. Where attacking a human being over a fictional show will not be normal. This is fiction. As in not real. As in...you don't like it? Hey, you know what? No one is forcing you to read. You're free to do as you want.

Kindness and Tolerance...These two are beautiful together, don't you think?



Author's Response:

Thank you, Alois! I enjoyed your very passive aggressive note to those who aren't taking the time to consider the feelings Brian and Justin have for their current love interests. I realize that you faced a very similar problem with Consequences. Some of the reviewers should consider the message our beloved show sends out. :)

Reviewer: Monique (Anonymous) · Date: October 07, 2015 09:08 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

I'm familiar with the premise, this story sounds like Galeandrandy's Point of View -crossed- Simon's I forget the title and another story on this site with the same theme. god, Brian why did you spend your precious time and invest your feelings to wrong person, Justin is the one for you just open you eyes, you will get wrinkled cheeks and pins/needles when you get your blond in your arms again. Justin is your true love, no matter what 'all love is beautiful philosophers' might tell you, I can't believe the great tale of Brian and Justin is depending on someone's mortal :( they deserve much better than that.

Author's Response:

I have a copy of Simon's fic but haven't read it yet and haven't heard of GaleandRandy's story. I'm guessing you are talking about Alois's story Consequences (which I read after I started writing this.) But let me say this again: THERE SHOULD BE NO PROBLEM EXPLORING THIS CONCEPT.

By the way, have you even been reading my story? I'm guessing not because Brian would NEVER regret the years he spent with Eric. He loves him immensely. They share a beautiful daughter together and they are incredibly happy. Brian and Justin were in the wrong places in life and, yes, they broke up in less than ideal circumstances but they moved on because they are relatively healthy minded people. To say that Eric is the wrong person and that Brian is wasting his time with him would frankly be insulting to this version of Brian as well as to Eric who has been there for him and loved him so much for almost eight years.

Oh, and there's no "one true love" in the Intersect Universe. There are intense meaningful relationships that leave a mark on you and will shape you for the rest of your life but there's no place for that here. If anything, Brian has two true loves (if you have to use the term.) If you want a story about "one true love" that I've written, Feed and Extract is the closest thing you are going to get. I think that the notion you can only have one love in your life is harmful, especially if they are just supposed to doddle around for several years to wait to be in the same place, both in location and in what they both want out of life.

So don't tell this Brian what to do. If things end up not working out then he still wouldn't regret it because the years it did work out brought so much love into his life. Eric and Lily make him happy and he deserves happiness, as does Justin even if things are rough right now for him. So keep an open mind if you decide to actually read this story. Have a great day.

 

Reviewer: Anonymous (Anonymous) · Date: October 07, 2015 04:23 PM · On: Chapter 24: Metropolitan and Lorimer

I´m shocked that you´re getting this hate for a story you are writting, it´s your story and you are free to write it as you wish. Personally i´m loving it and I would love to read also an alternate version with B/E together as well as B/J.



Author's Response:

I don't particularly get it either. I completely understand the love for B/J but to go as far as a couple reviewers are going baffles me. I am all about inquiries and discussion but can't stand that some of the readers hate Eric and Nathan just because they "get in the way" of the Britin romance. I'm glad you are loving it and I will write the alternate ending (which was initially the original ending until I decided to go the B/J route with this series.) 

Thank you for reading and reviewing! It means a lot! :)

Reviewer: Titenano (Signed) · Date: October 07, 2015 11:56 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

Perfect honeymoon. And thanks for giving us pictures. It feels like we were almost there with them! :P

I hope Brian realize how lucky he is. First he had Justin and now this perfect man Eric. Not everyone is that lucky! :P

So happy for the new baby. Well if they're is really going to have one...as I know you plan to get Justin & Brian together. So who knows what will happen. #nervous

 

great chapter as always, can't wait to read more. thanks!

 

 

 

 

 



Author's Response:

Happy you liked the pictures and the time they spent together! I thought the visuals would help people picture the sheer beauty of the island and the home they stayed in (and will now own!)

I think Brian realizes that he's a very lucky man. Not everyone is that lucky, myself included. Oh well, I'm only 24. Maybe I will be a late bloomer like Brian when it comes to love. I do tend to shy away from it like he did lolol.

I'm very pleased that you are happy with Brian's little family and excited over their plans for another child. It's nice to have so many readers who are open-minded when it comes to the boys finding happiness outside of each other. I will write an alternate ending where B/E and N/J ended up together since this was the original planned but the official ending leads to a three part series while that would have just been one story. You'll get to see both ways.

Thank you so much for reading and reviewing! It means a lot!

 

Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: October 07, 2015 10:45 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

That island looks absolutely stunning! I can't believe the height of that plane. Wow, that's got to be loud! Must make you jump to begin with it coming in so low.

Phew...... that's quite some place. quite some honeymoon. 

Pleased their going for another child. Big sister will be bouncing off the walls with excitement.

 

Who is the actor whose photo you have used for Eric? Where have I seen him?



Author's Response:

It is very stunning! I've never been but I want to go now after the research I have done. :P They definitely did have quite the honeymoon, that's for sure! 

I'm glad you are happy about this. I knew there would be mixed reactions but it will make them and Lily happy. 

The actor I have is Adrian Grenier. He was in Entourage as one of the main characters. I don't know his work that well (never did watch the show) but I remembered showing a picture of him to my grandmother in 2006 or so. He had made People's sexiest men alive and he just looked BEAUTIFUL. Green eyes that stared into your soul. The noise of awe she made still makes me laugh lolol. So I decided to go with him. ;)

Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: toniu (Signed) · Date: October 07, 2015 05:40 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

I find myself wondering if people ever go see romantic comedies or romances. The road to true love is long and arduous. The fun is in the story.

This is like a mini series that I am enjoying. I like the actor chosen for Eric.  I like Erick and Brian relationship. Hang in there. The people enjoying this story out number the people worried about Justin.

I feel most people would rather have Brian struggling and Justin finding that good love. This is really one of my favorite stories. Thank you



Author's Response:

Exactly, toniu. Especially with a couple like Justin and Brian. There can be a lot of road blocks plus the idea of "one true love" doesn't apply in this story since both Brian and Justin did find a deep love with other men again (although Justin's heart did just get broken.))

I'm glad you like Eric so much! I know that there are many people enjoying my story but it is hard to get biased comments from people who aren't taking the other love interests' feelings into consideration. They are good people and no one really deserves to get broken up with here. 

I understand that it is very hard to watch Justin struggle and have so many things going wrong in his life with Nathan, his dad, worrying about Hunter and Molly, and wanting a child but not having one yet. But I think some people are upset that Brian is still happy with his own life despite what is going on in Justin's. They think that one can't be happy if the other isn't. And that's not saying Brian won't be concerned or worried for Justin. He will be. But I can't belittle the great things he has going on in his life and make them unimportant, you know? Luckily I think most readers understand this. 

Thank you for reading and reviewing, toniu! It means a lot!

Reviewer: sweetc (Anonymous) · Date: October 07, 2015 01:26 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

BTW i searched for justin not because you didn't write about him...but because i'm waiting for brian discovering the big break up between Jus and Nat.Jus would never tell him but the family has a big mouth so i can't wait to read more about brian knowing.

ps:i always try to read your reply !You are so sweet and answer and you give these tiny little hints and i always try to catch all i can....i'm a vampire *___*

Ohhhh i forgot.I really resent  you for one thing ( don't complain it is completely your fault!!!)!!!why did you send eric and brian there without meeeee !That houseeeee you cannot do that to us poor little people.I want to go there and stay all day long in that swimming pool !!!Enjy is eating me...and the photos really help visualizing what real people cannot have (normal people with no real money i mean:((( ).B and E need to invite us grrrr 

 



Author's Response:

He will find out soon, don't worry. Most likely next chapter. 

I'm glad you like my replies. I do try to give individual responses without too many spoilers. :)

Oh, believe me, I was resentful too. Just looking at that house made me envious. Brian is one lucky man to be married to an architect that talented, hahaha. But for real, whoever designed that house knows what he is doing. That pool is fantastic.

They need to invite us for sure! Especially if they own the place. That way they can take multiple trips back with a few readers at a time lol

Reviewer: bjfanchile (Anonymous) · Date: October 06, 2015 08:10 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

it's very hard to comment as an anonymous especially when you no longer have young eyes to read those random numbers, however i can manage to get through this time. Brian never had any bizarre trip with Justin and he got it now, i think if people keep comparing Eric and Justin is very normal since they both are very special to Brian on this verse, can we at least hope that when Brian and Justin get together for real later they will be as dynamic as Brian/Eric? i'm curious. I think if I'm right that Brian and Justin will only be together when Eric vanishes from the picture, it's just very sad, I may say that Brian/Justin's happiness can only come along when someone is died, even they have a beautiful incomparable beautiful love story even if you want compare to B/E. Brian/Justin will be very old then, right?, may i wish that Brian can shower Justin with love and luxury like what he did with Eric. Because, really Justin deserves happiness and loves from Brian, I know this review is very unoriginal because I see Justin's fans write the same thing even they had to mention Eric/Nathan this and that so their favoritism didn't appear too obvious, but i hope B/J happiness can come soon.

Author's Response:

I don't understand why their honeymoon was bizarre. I think it sounds like a great time in a beautiful place (but I'm biased.) And Eric's the one who showered Brian with luxury this time around since he planned and paid for everything. Also, I do mention that Brian took Justin to France a year after Justin went to NYC so, while you don't see that, it did happen in this universe. I'm sure they had a wonderful time. I'm not saying the two can't be compared but people shouldn't say he loves one more than he did or does the other. It's not fair to any of the characters involved.

As for the questions about the upcoming B/J relationship, you'll have to wait. Justin does deserve love and happiness though. I will agree to that whole-heartedly. 

Reviewer: Alois (Signed) · Date: October 06, 2015 07:19 PM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

Hi Anne! I'm waiting at the aeroport for my flight (a storm is there, lucky me), so I had a few minutes to myself. I enjoyed this chapter! The house was so beautiful. Eager to read the next chapter, as always. Thank you :) 



Author's Response:

The house is definitely beautiful. I got jealous while researching different villas. :P Glad you enjoyed this chapter! Have a safe trip home!

Reviewer: Marcia Malone lives here (Anonymous) · Date: October 06, 2015 06:25 PM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

Nathan is so like Brian in his life experiences and damage. It has to be asked whether this has been one of the main reasons Justin was attracted to him at first.

It was a very painful and difficult decision for Nathan to make but he was probably right. In any other story or site he may have changed  in time and they get back together again and had those kids, possibly. Justin has obviously come to a point in his life where he would like that responsibility.  Makes me think in the past it was obviously the wrong time for  him too.

 

If ask my cat to print in the code. Do you think it would be more successful? Do computers like cat speak? Sitting on human heads in the morning usually communicates very well with us. 'Wake Up! and sodding feed me.' Very good at communicating are cats.



Author's Response:

I see Nathan as a combination of Brian and Justin in some ways. Suffering at the hands of his father but going through something (so traumatic) that it fucks up his mindset. But, like Brian and Justin, he is a very strong person. Even though he still has a lot of issues, he has accomplished so much. 

It was very hard for Nathan. Although he should have tried to hear Justin out and openly communicate more, that's a big decision to just compromise on. Nathan has every right to not want children just like Justin has every right to want them. I think Justin understood that Nathan was young and that's why he said he could wait a few years but to hear that Nathan might never want children was hard but it was probably even harder for Nathan to walk away when they have become more close.

Well, I don't know if computers and cats get along. They certainly like to walk on keyboards (in my experience, at least.)

Reviewer: sweetc (Anonymous) · Date: October 06, 2015 06:08 PM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

think you didn't understand me :(

1) i didin't analyze the justin and nathan chapter because i didn't read it yet.I just see in general what was the POV and pass..i.. don't like jump chapters so till when i will be able to read with gusto even the cerimony i put that away ( your story is complex and it need attention cause you put so much in its and this is why i love its)

 

2)I instead decided to put a comment about only the want-another-child for the same reason...i didn't read all the honeymoon story with attention but that idea tear my heart a little :( for the reasons i told you...i love the idea of Justin' child.

 

3)What i told you about what you think about Justin was like a prank ...sort off.I missed a emoticons sorry...if i was speaking to you directly i would probably sound like a child who wants more candies and you would simply laught at me.I was not serious and it was not said in an angry tone :( I even stress about my feeling of loving this fiction and about the tone that sometimes is misunderstood in internet :(((It was not absolutely an attack...but it is obvious that right now Brian is happy and Justin is not.And i know you will eventually give more angst to Brian in future in the light of a future relationship with Justin....and i will eventually defend him too.

 

4) and if by all i said you can't seem to find my love for what you write you surely can pick some when i can't wait to see Nathan and Justin together au!!!i usually hate when B and J are not together but you create a character so cute that i love him so much even if he is going to go between my gold couple!!!!

 

 

I really was not trying to push you to change anything or let you know my hate for you cuz i don't have any-never.Stories need some angst to be cool and so fascinating like this--and i think telling you thing like -oh nooo poor kid for what have you done to him it 's not an attack against you or your story ,just feeling sad and try to defend fictional person that you like and be emphatic with them. I love your art and when i complain i 'm not ,really,trying to bash you in any manner...or requesting nothing.You also have to understand that we don't know what you have in your mind for the future ( that another of your value)so it's normal to be sad/happy/mad with what we have... I think i was always rather polite and i never push or demand anything...always told you what i like and what make me sad but no because i want that you change its just sharing my feeling and i think it's another value to have people feeling something about your story. I would fall in love with Justin's child,i love the idea..so i told you:) but i was just saying like a friend ( who talk behind a cup of coffee)nor demanding and i'm really sorry you misunderstood me :( I bet the fault is that you can listen to my tone when i tell you things...and a bit it's because you are fed up with people who really attack you in person.I'm not one of them...hope you can see that.



Author's Response:

I completely see that. I didn't not mean to sound as harsh as I did. I just got a little annoyed because Justin and Nathan's story took up all of last chapter but you decided to get upset that he wasn't in this one lol. And I understand that you want Justin to have a child, I do. (That part of the review didn't upset me.) I don't want to give anything away there but Nathan leaving him so that he could have one is an action that should give a hint. And I can see that you were just teasing when you said I didn't like Justin as much as I like Brian but you are the second or third person who has said that in a somewhat negative review only because he is going through a harder time right now. I understand wanting things to get better for him completely but being accused of not liking him just because of his predicament can be trying. Maybe it's because I see it as giving him a complex storyline. If I was making Justin into a complete asshole or a one-dimensional character then I would understand the accusations more. 

Thank you for your thoughts, sweetc. I do appreciate them. I don't want you to change your emotions on the story and maybe I jumped the gun a little but to get a review like that when you haven't read the last few chapters is a little frustrating lol. I do look forward to the day where you go back and start reading the story again. I always liked your uncensored outlook. But I guess when you said you weren't reading still and went on to get upset about what you skimmed this chapter before (jokingly) saying I don't like Justin as much as Brian...well, I got defensive. Thanks for still keeping tabs on the story.

 

Reviewer: alexandra (Anonymous) · Date: October 06, 2015 06:01 PM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

es una muy buena historia y escribes exelente y aunque me guste la pareja que hacen brian y eric, sigo profiriendo justin y brian, me da pena que no esten juntos. pero la trama es exelente muchas felicidades



Author's Response:

I am glad you are enjoying it! I know it's trying for some B/J fans but I appreciate you giving it a chance. :) Thank you for reading and reviewing. 

Reviewer: sweetc (Anonymous) · Date: October 06, 2015 04:32 PM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

I'm not really reading anymore this fic ...as you know i decided to stop and then reading ( better REALLY  reading) when i have some truly happinnes for my B/J...definitely i will ,i love this story far too much.But saying this mean that i follow the story...just to know what are you writing about.The last chapter i was hoping in some justin so i just put the page and search bottom 'justin' but nothing came out.Then i saw the discussion about children and even as i don't know what happened ( and i think it's better this way for now btw) i want to share my opinion in the matter.I truly think it will be not good for Brian and Eric to have another children....the idea is good as they just married and they are happy but i really hope this will be just a dream or an idea that 's it....Another Eric's child no...i totally prefer the idea of Brian's child ( by blood i mean)....but... i would love with all my heart  justin's child i cannot be warm with the idea of another child in this couple because Justin deserve and want his own child and i cannot stand the idea of him raising only brian and eric's children...becauseyes, even if it's not blood related a child can be like your own child ,in this case they will be brian and eric's .Justin loves children and he wants one from so long....Nathan leave him to give him what he wants....You could tell me 'but another child for brian and eric doen't mean justin could not  have one too...but seriously i have difficult time to see brian with four children ( yep with justin he or she will be his 4) and for how much you can change i don't think one person could change so much....without losing himself...and i like Brian as he is ,not some...don't know just another normal person.

I can't wait to read the AU with nathan and justin in it together :) their child will be so cute....:).For me you love more Brian than Justin...He is so happy that he doesn't need drugs anymore...what 's your problem with Justin????Do you crave so much for his blond and beautiful hair and his eyes???? Bad girl.I hope you would put some karma in your story for justin and give the poor kid  more happiness than he deserve in future...you can put even so much sugar to give us diabetes i will not complain when my doctor is going to put me on diet.( i 'm telling you this with all the affection possibile...sometimes when you write something you can't understand in which tone the person is speaking to you...and yes i'm pouting a little bit but just because i care :))

 



Author's Response:

Sweetc, I have absolutely no problem with Justin. This is just the storyline. I'm honestly offended that you think that I have a problem with him when I have written many stories with Brian in a shittier situation. This is just how this is playing out right now. It doesn't mean that I like Justin less than Brian. All in all, Brian will have the harder time in the series. 

I'm just questioning why you would comment on the B/E honeymoon chapter to complain and not on the N/J flashback chapter (literally just last chapter) if you like Nathan and Justin so much. It was literally 15,000 words of Nathan and Justin! Are you just commenting to chastise me and complain before you even know the outcome of the story? I do miss your reviews but not if you are going to be complaining and accusing me of not liking one of the characters solely because of the storyline. I say this with frustration and exasperation. Because if Eric's name were replaced with Justin's, I feel like you would have very little problem with it for the most part.

Reviewer: Carol (Anonymous) · Date: October 06, 2015 03:57 PM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

When I approach a chapter about Brian and Eric I always feel like I imagine I would if I were ever brave/crazy enough to sky dive, or bungee jump. Sick .. Elated.. Combination of both :) ... I love that they have this beautiful love/life, they deserve it and I really don't want it to come to an end just so Brian and Justin can get back together .. and yet reading about it in such glorious detail always makes my skin ache. Conversely reading about Justin and Nathan is the complete opposite .. I'm confused, obviously weird and still completely enamoured with this story.



Author's Response:

Lol! Well, at least you are happy that they are happy, even if it is very bittersweet for you. I do find it funny that you are okay with Justin and Nathan. Maybe it is because Nathan needs Justin more than Eric needs Brian? Not to say Eric wouldn't be devastated if he lost Brian or wouldn't feel incomplete but Justin helped Nathan a lot and he's become emotionally dependent on him in certain ways. Justin was literally the only person Nathan opened up to and Nathan deserves to have him. I'm just guessing though. ;) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Diana (Anonymous) · Date: October 06, 2015 07:35 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

Greeeaaaaat chapter!!! This place is the most beautiful place i have ever seen. I'm jealous too :) Hope we don 't have to wait long for the next chapter :)

@and Vim: what the heck went wrong in your live to write something like that??? You are truly embarressing yourself! And your 'friend' is one dump person in this FICTION is effecting her that much. Sorry. It'sF ICTION. Am i repeating myself? FICTION!!!!!! As in: NOT REAL!!!!!

Go get a life!!! Jeeeez......




Author's Response:

Thank you, Diana! I am jealous of Brian and Eric too. It definitely looks like a beautiful place. I sent Nichelle the link if you are interested in looking at more pictures of the place: 

http://www.sibarth.com/DOL

Hopefully you don't have to wait too long! This is my favorite story to tell so fingers crossed that it gets done quickly. :)

As for "Vim," She is literally the same person as Simran. She uses her email and her service to change her IP address. She's not fooling anyone and I don't bother answering her emails or reviews anymore. I do find it amusing that she thinks I'm the sinner for writing a story when she's threatened to kill me but whatever. Pay her no attention unless you are a psychiatric professional. 

Thank you for reading and reviewing, Diana! It means a lot.

Reviewer: Nichelle Wellesly (Signed) · Date: October 06, 2015 05:24 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

Is it acceptable and sane to be jealous of FICTIONAL characters? LOL I am completely and irrevocably envious of their Honeymoon right now. That freaking house...!!! OMG talk about drool-worthy! Everything in this chapter was amazing and touching. What a great, relaxing read!! 

~Nichelle



Author's Response:

No, not at all. I made myself jealous just by writing this. I say we raise money to stay there for the week. It will only cost $40,000 to get all five bedrooms! Ugh, I can only dream about having that kind of money to blow on a vacation! But I would live there in a heartbeat and update my stories from the terrace. It's truly beautiful. So glad you liked it, Nichelle! Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: October 06, 2015 04:56 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

What a wonderful Honeymoon and the best part is they'll own the place.



Author's Response:

They definitely had a great time and the place will be there to relive the memories. Thank you for reading and reviewing! :)

Reviewer: daniela (Anonymous) · Date: October 06, 2015 04:44 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

debo decirte que no me gusta nada tu historia es horrible.

brian y justin deben estar juntos 



Author's Response:

Is it only horrible because Brian and Justin aren't together as of yet? In that case, I would like to point out that I have warned about this. You honestly sound very biased and shallow if this is the only reason (especially since I have written many b/j stories.) Kindly stop discouraging authors who would like to try something different just because you don't like the plot. If you have critiques for my writing style, then by all means, but until then don't comment on a story that's 31 chapters already and hate it because it isn't about the couple you want it to be about. Very immature. 



Author's Response:

Is it only horrible because Brian and Justin aren't together as of yet? In that case, I would like to point out that I have warned about this. You honestly sound very biased and shallow if this is the only reason (especially since I have written many b/j stories.) Kindly stop discouraging authors who would like to try something different just because you don't like the plot. If you have critiques for my writing style, then by all means, but until then don't comment on a story that's 31 chapters already and hate it because it isn't about the couple you want it to be about. Very immature. 

Reviewer: SunshineSally (Signed) · Date: October 06, 2015 02:29 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

I needed this after the traumatising last chapter (poor Nathan), and girlie you most definitely gave me something to cheer me up. That was so so so so so hot! Seriously, Brian and Eric are sizzling. I love the 60/40 agreement, that probably turned more into 50/50 by the end of their trip :)

Them googling their net worth was HILARIOUS!!!! 

And I LOVED them skyping with Lily, and Brian taking her on a tour of the house made me smile. I could see him walking around showing her all the cute little things that he thinks she would like. He really is an amazing daddy - AND HE JUST AGREED TO HAVE ANOTHER. I love the idea of them using both their sperm, I hope Brian's win, I love me soime Eric, and I admit, he's pretty, but Brian beats him there (JUST)

As fun (and hot) as this honeymoon was, I can't wait for them to be reunited with Lily :)



Author's Response:

I am so sorry to have traumatized you! But, yes, a happier chapter was definitely needed for me too. Yay for the B/E sexy times! It probably did get closer to 50/50, or at least 55/45 ;)

Of course they googled their networks. How else are rich people supposed to make the time pass? 

Brian and Eric definitely do love their daughter. He showed her that beautiful house and view of the beach and ocean and all she gets jealous of his the pool. Granted, it's a magnificent pool...

Yes, they are having another baby! Horray! I guess you will all see how that plays out. 

Brian's sperm is pretty amazing but he made some valid points about his genes when it comes to addiction and cancer. Plus, Eric's sperm made Lily so it must be pretty magical. lolol, okay that came out weird. It'll be a close race. ;)

They will be reunited with Lily soon. :) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: SunshineSally (Signed) · Date: October 06, 2015 01:45 AM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

Oh my, GOD! I don't think I actually breathed while reading this, my heart.... poor poor sweet Nathan... I just can't... I mean, I knew he had been through a lot, but I just couldn't warm to him, but now I feel so guilty. I just want to wrap him up in a blankie and tell him it's going to be okay. That he's strong and brave and that he should be so proud of all that he's achieved.

WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO ME?



Author's Response:

Aw, I didn't mean to make you feel guilty about not liking Nathan! (Or did I ;)) But he has faced a very hard life and you should wrap him up in a blanket and tell him that because he has a hard time believing it even though he tries to make sure he survives. This is why I say that, despite all the money Brian, Eric, and Justin have made, Nathan has achieved the most because most people who lived through that would be much more psychologically damaged. 

I made you feel empathy, Sally. That's what I did to you. hahaha

Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: bksbracelet (Signed) · Date: October 06, 2015 01:17 AM · On: Chapter 31: Rue des Normands and Rue de la Plage

Look I am a Brian and Justin shipper however. I am really enjoying the love and contentment Brian has going on at the moment. I guess the next chapter will have a sad lonely Justin in it.

Author's Response:

I'm glad you can accept and enjoy the love and happiness Brian has with Eric. As for next chapter, there will be some saddness in it. I'm trying to think about what content I want in the next chapter. It's planned but I need to either pick and choose or complie the scenes correctly to keep its flow. But sad and lonely Justin will be in next chapter. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Diana (Anonymous) · Date: September 28, 2015 09:10 AM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

i just have to ask: when do you post the next chapter??? 

It's been so long..... At least for all of us who are desperately waiting :D



Author's Response:

I want to get it up in the next few days if time allows me to do so. :)

Reviewer: harperj (Signed) · Date: September 25, 2015 04:02 AM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

Hi,

I just wanted to say that I really enjoy reading your story.  It is fun to see your take on how these characters have evolved and I love how they all interact.  I look forward to reading more!



Author's Response:

I'm glad you are enjoying it! I don't know if it is my official take but more of a challenge to myself to create important, loving, supportive, and compatible love interests for B/J. It has definitely been a journey and, in some ways, has made me more open to the characters' futures and what could make them happy. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: jm c (Signed) · Date: September 24, 2015 04:54 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

will you be writting more chapers of this story I thank you are a great writter I look forward reading more of this story I read the new story it is great too I look forward your reply to my ost 



Author's Response:

I will be, don't worry. This story has probably 10 chapters left and there's at least one sequel. I will give a rundown of the third story before the second one is over to see if the readers hold any interest in it. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: sfscarlet (Anonymous) · Date: September 21, 2015 04:17 AM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

Liekd the back story-  so many sad parts about Nathan and Justin -   not sure what to make of their relationship especially with Justin being sad at seeing pics of Brian and Lily



Author's Response:

I'm glad you liked it. There relationship became a saving grace for Nathan of sorts, since it got him to open up to someone about what happened to him. As for Justin being sad, I think it was more of a yearning and bittersweet feeling since Brian wasn't in his life anymore. He missed him. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Alois (Signed) · Date: September 19, 2015 10:37 AM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

Oh.My. God.

Oh my god...

OH MY GOD!!!

LOL

Coherent, much? You know I have the privilege to exchange with you about this story and I knew what was coming, and even then, I didn't... So, take all your reviews on this chapter and mix them, and you will have my thought on it.

Amazing work. Just amazing!!!!



Author's Response:

Lol, I am glad you liked this installment Alois!!! I don't know if I dove that deeply into the Nathan backstory while speaking with you (I think I maybe focused more on Brian, Eric, and Justin) but it is definitely a sad one. Since I can see the end of the first story in sight I have been trying to get the chapters out more quickly but after this one, I think I wore myself out ;) 

Thank you for reviewing, Alois! It means a lot!

Reviewer: Toto_too514 (Anonymous) · Date: September 19, 2015 03:09 AM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

I'm speechless... you just so completely blew me away with this chapter, that I cannot form a coherent thought. 



Author's Response:

I'm glad you enjoyed it so much, Toto! It was a difficult one to write. I didn't expect it to hit 8000 words, let alone 15000. I almost feel guilty because I only put in a little over 6000 for chapter 6, which is the B/E backstory. I hope you can form coherent thoughts again! ;) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Larka (Signed) · Date: September 19, 2015 01:07 AM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

This was a wonderfully written chapter.  You captured perfectly the anguish that Nathan felt.  Now I am rooting for him and Justin to get back together.  Well done!



Author's Response:

He has definitely had a lot of anguish in his life. Justin helped him grow and heal a lot. I know it sounds strange, but I take you rooting for this couple as a huge compliment. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Hotesse (Signed) · Date: September 19, 2015 12:41 AM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

This chapter just blew everything else out of the water. Everthing. Like a good friend of mine says: "I've lost the ability to even." That's all I've got to say about that.

Author's Response:

Oh, wow! Thank you, Edda! I'm glad you liked this Nathan-centric chapter! Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Nichelle Wellesly (Signed) · Date: September 18, 2015 08:41 PM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

 Wow! So much content here.... I really do hope that although they can't be together, Justin and Nathan can indeeed be friends. That young man has been through so much that he really needs true love surrounding him, even if it's just platonic. I also think he should tell Petra who is like Daph was to Justin. I think Justin and Petra are the best people to help him get rid of the guilt, which I think torments him the most. That's something a friend could do even better than a lover would. 

Another stellar chapter, Annie and I can't wait to read more! 



Author's Response:

Nathan definitely needs to surrounded by love in his life. He needs more than the average amount as a way to make up for the lack of it in his childhood. Justin does love him deeply in a romantic sense but, as you know, this story does end with B/J so it will be a process getting them to a solid and comfortable friendship. However, Nathan will be very present in the rest of the series. :)

I agree that Petra should know. She will probably find out one day. Thank you for reading and reviewing, Nichelle!

Reviewer: Carol (Anonymous) · Date: September 18, 2015 08:12 PM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

Oops .. That last anonymous was me :)



Author's Response:

;) It happens lol

Reviewer: Anonymous (Anonymous) · Date: September 18, 2015 08:11 PM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

Great chapter .. I'm rooting for Nathan and Justin now more than ever and I've done a complete 180 where Justin's concerned. Now that I believe that he truly loves Nathan I know he'll fight for him, he already has and it's not in his nature to give up easily. Nathan deserves to have someone like Justin love him and in a perfect world they would have a future together, but I fear that Justin is destined once again to be only the first, all be it critical, step of the journey, as he was for Brian.  It's a heartbreaking thought, Justin deserves a forever too and to lose love twice is brutal. It's impossible not to feel heart sore for him .. I can only imagine how this might 'unsettle' Brian. With the angst level on the up I am quite literally perched on the edge of my seat :)



Author's Response:

I figured you would like this chapter, Carol. Justin really does love Nathan. While I think they were hitting a minor rough patch by the beginning of Interect, that love never faded and still has not. I feel like this is a relationship I initially struggled with at first, since many readers couldn't see if Justin was really "in" love with him or not. I wondered too. Nathan was the character that demanded to be developed, demanded to be there for Justin, etc. He does deserve to be loved. He deserves that more than anything. I have promised B/J so that will be end game, but I will be writing and alternate ending with the current couples being end game as well. 

And you bring up an excellent point when it comes to Justin being two serious partners' first but possibly not their last. I do think Brian would be unsettled by Nathan's background and would see him in a whole new life. The angst is definitely high in this story but I do hope I keep you on the edge of your seat as long as you don't dash out of it before the story it over! ;) I do greatly appreciate having every Nathan loving reviewer I can get!

Reviewer: Titenano (Signed) · Date: September 18, 2015 05:57 PM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

gooood. Poor Nathan. I knew it was bad but...not THIS bad. :( Hope he will get justin back or at least...let justin be his friend. He needs him and Justin needs him too.

“I wrote him that letter once and I never heard back,” Justin reminds him, “I’m not going to push it.” mmmh I wonder what it was about and why Brian never answer it.

 

great chapter



Author's Response:

It was very VERY bad. That's why when people compared his childhood to Brian's I wanted to say, "Well, not exactly..." Nathan wasn't lying when he said that his father was a soulless monster. We shall see where the relationship between Justin and Nathan goes from here. The story was supposed to originally end with B/E and J/N but since I knew many readers wouldn't like that, B/J will be end game. However, it will definitely be a long journey and Eric and Nathan will not just be pushed from Brian or Justin's thoughts once it happens. They share something intense with their current partners. So definitely expect more Justin and Nathan scenes, even though they are broken up right now.

As for the letter, you will find out before this first story is over! :) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: September 18, 2015 05:15 PM · On: Chapter 30: Saint Mark's Place and 1st Ave

Wpw!  That's some back story.  Hope Nathan gives Justin another chance.  They both need it.



Author's Response:

I'm glad you liked the backstory! I was nervous about this chapter. I am surprised how much Jathan love is coming out of the woodwork. ;) I agree that their relationship needs repaired in some way. We shall see how things go from here. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: feet526@aol.com (Anonymous) · Date: September 16, 2015 05:18 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

I hope this story NEVER ends!!!  Had a feeling something was going to go wrong this chapter...maybe because there was to much happiness (I really am not a skeptic, I think) Anyway, surely hope the next chapter comes...yesterday!

It has been a difficult story, but I really think you have done a great job with all of the emotion involved.  And I have been addicted to these boys from the very beginning. Thanks so much!



Author's Response:

I'm glad you are enjoying it! There are only approximately ten or so chapters left in this first story but there's two sequels planned so it's not going to end for a while. I am working on the current chapter now and have also made a Tumblr dedicated to one-shots, notes, and drabbles in the Intersect Universe. You can also request a scenario to be written (as long as it doesn't take place past what has been written so far) or ask a question to any of the characters. 

Here's the link: intersectinteractive.tumblr.com

I hope to get the next chapter up by tomorrow! Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Carol (Anonymous) · Date: September 14, 2015 10:46 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

Also .. just so there are no misunderstandings .. I love a story that gets me emotionally involved where I can't predict the outcome and that contains high levels of angst. Your story ticks all the boxes for me :)!



Author's Response:

I'm glad you are liking it so much! I don't mind a review who defends and roots for one of my original characters at all. :)

Reviewer: Carol (Anonymous) · Date: September 14, 2015 10:33 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

I keep loosing my review/rant .. so here goes again.

The wedding was lovely and the poignancy of Justins position and Brian and Erics open aknowledgement of it was truely moving, BUT dancing with Brian, eyes locked, while Nathan sang was just another example of how thoughtless cruel Justin can be. Brian showed respect for his partner by gaining his approval .. did Justin even give Nathan a second thought? I know it's not the reason Nathan left but 'hello' .. he is so young and vulnerable and Justin has done precious little in my opinion to make him feel secure. Justin is after all the adult in this relationship, he understands Nathan's insecurities and yet he just can't seem to get over himself. I feel like weeping :( :( :(

I always thought that I'd root for B/J .. whatever, but you have created original characters that I can't just dismiss and surprisingly it's Nathan, who reminds me of Brian and Justin both, who I find myself really rooting for. I want Justin to get off his ass and fight for him, like he did for Brian all those years ago.



Author's Response:

Well, technically Petra sang the song and Justin got a silent confirmation from Eric (but I'm sure Brian probably did too.) ;) In all seriousness, I see where you are coming from there though. If it makes you feel better, I don't think Nathan minded too much. The married couple tends to dance with many of their guests so I suppose Nathan chalked it down to that. I do agree that it's a shame that Justin didn't fight for Nathan more at the end of the chapter. But you might feel better about Justin next chapter. That one is VERY Nathan-centric and focuses on their past. Justin really does love him and got him to open up a lot. The Nathan you will see just two years before is very sweet but closed off in comparison to the man he is now. Don't worry. Justin won't just get over him and that's for reasons outside of being single while Brian is taken. He loves Nathan and wants him to be a part of his life. Their relationship isn't completely over either. I won't give too much away there but it won't be cut and dry before they are at a good place. I'm very glad you like Nathan and root for him. :) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

 

Reviewer: Pete (Anonymous) · Date: September 14, 2015 06:20 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

I really like the story I have one comment. You told one reviewer that Brian loves Justin and Eric the same.I just wanted to say that if you are baseing the story on the show that even if the loves are equal they are different.Justin and Brian have a much deeper love connection then he could have with anybody. With what happened with just the bashing alone is more deep then going to therapy for Eric.  Brian never told Justin he loved him until the bombing but he loved him from almost the begining.Even if he didn't say it Justin knew it and so did everyone. Justin taught Brian how to love and opened his walls up. You are right they can't be compared because even if they are equal in love they are different in that Brians love for Justin is deeper then for Eric or anyone. Like they say there is always somthing special about you first love that's above all else. So you can love the same amount and still one love can be deeper. Just my thoughts. Please let me know what you think.   Thanks

Pete



Author's Response:

I have answered this question many times. Of course his love for Justin was deep and passionate. Justin got him to open up enough to consider loving again when he and Justin broke up. But he and Eric got to know each other deeply and he started out in a much more open place than he did with Justin. They are raising a child together and are in love. So yes, there is something special and deep about your first love. But there is also something special and deep about his husband and the father of his child. He does not feel less for Eric. This is based off the show but many years down the road after the B/J relationship failed. Does everyone stay with their first love? No, absolutely not. Would it be healthy to just focus on them even if it didn't work out? Ignore the chance of another serious love interest? It wouldn't. The idea of a "one true love" may work out for some but it is unrealistic and an unhealthy mindset for the majority of human beings. Your first love isn't necessarily going to be your only love or most important one. You can't say that if it is based off the show, then Brian and Justin have to have deeper love than B/E do because in the show Brian had no other love interests thus no comparison can be made. In this story he does.

Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: September 13, 2015 03:25 PM · On: Chapter 23: Pierrepont and Clinton

I can totally see Brian freaking out about the rats.



Author's Response:

He'll warm to them. Slightly. But not really. He just doesn't want to touch them unless he absolutely has to. But he is happy that they bring Lily such joy. ;) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: September 13, 2015 03:02 PM · On: Author's Note

Wow...some crazy people out there. Seriously...it's fiction...no matter how attached you get to it.

I'm sorry this happened to you, honey. I love this story...as heartbreaking as it is. It's my kind of angst. I love reading and wiriting stuff like this.



Author's Response:

She is very crazy. There are thousands of stories with B/J so I don't know why one having them with other people is such controversy. :P

I'm glad you enjoy it! It's been very interesting to write.

Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: September 12, 2015 03:44 PM · On: Chapter 16: 44th and 7th

Why do I envision more sneaking around calling each other from now on? :)



Author's Response:

They will start talking to each other more and form a good friendship, despite the uneasiness between them. :)

Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: September 12, 2015 12:14 PM · On: Chapter 11: 11th and Maxwell Lane

Wow. That is soooo fucked up.

The only nice part of the chapter is Emmett and Drew adopting.

Craig had no right to do that. Seriously. What a complete ass. Bigger than Brian.



Author's Response:

Yeah, it was a tough Christmas lol. But yes, Emmett and Drew are adopting! Duncan will play a big role in the Intersect series. :) As for Craig, you might feel more sorry for him by chapter 18. Even though he shouldn't have done that, the man is facing a lot of problems. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Titenano (Signed) · Date: September 11, 2015 09:34 PM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

Oh my god. What an emotional roller coaster!!! the reception was beautiful, with the speeches, the dances ... and then Nathan break up with Justin. My heart breaks for them.

great chapter as always!!!



Author's Response:

I'm so glad you liked it, even if you are heartbroken by the end of the chapter. It definitely was an emotional rollercoaster to write. Thank you for reading and reviewing! :)

Reviewer: Alois (Signed) · Date: September 11, 2015 11:08 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

I really didn't want for this to end. I feel for Justin and Nathan, and for Molly and Hunter. Brian and Eric are so deliriously happy, it's a big contrast at the moment. I'm very interested in your next chapter, too. How many chapters do you think are left till this first part ends? The more I read this, the more the anticipation is killing me ;) Thank you again Anne for this unique story



Author's Response:

Hi, Alois! I'm glad you enjoyed this chapter. :) Justin and Nathan are both very heartbroken right now. Hunter and Molly are too but they didn't break up. They are in a situation where they don't know what to call their relationship due to the thousands of miles between them. Do they keep the relationship open or closed and is it worth the pain and longing to keep going even when they are so far away. Right now they want to try to keep in contact and be there for each other since they formed an intense bond so quickly but it'll be hard. But at least Brian and Eric are deliriously happy, like you said. :) The next chapter will be centered around the first few months of Nathan and Justin's relationship. My chapters keep growing and splitting. Right now, I am at 29 chapters (excluding the author's notes) so maybe I will make it to an even 40 but I don't see it going past that. We'll just say 11 more to be safe but it will probably end after 8 more chapters. Thank you for reading and reviewing, Alois! It means a lot!

Reviewer: meghan (Anonymous) · Date: September 10, 2015 08:26 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

i know it's not right to call nathan a bad-insensitive guy and i'm trying to put all the pieces together why he had to leave justin while he was in a bad place, also it would be great if justin had someone to talk to when life gave you a huge emotional experience like that, if my prediction's right, brian would only have a reunion with justin after something really bad happening to eric anyway, not because he feels it's a right thing to do, to be back to justin's arms hence of realization he's the one. I hope nathan will be back again someday so they will have a real clean break up *hopefully*

Author's Response:

Nathan has a lot of demons and so many problems with self-esteem and insecurity. He can't see how good he is and how much he's overcome. He honestly thought he was doing the best thing for Justin so that the only man he's ever loved could start a family with someone "more worthy." As for Nathan coming back someday, he's plays a relatively significant part in the entire series. He's actually in the next chapter. Thank you for reading and reviewing.

Reviewer: bjfanchile (Anonymous) · Date: September 10, 2015 05:23 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

justin should have met brian after brian getting married, it would be much less painful for him, not only witnessing his love of his life getting married with someone else, he got dumped at the same day and as human being justin has every right to be very sad because he knew when brian with him he never witnessed brian being so happy, crazy in love like that, that is incredibly sad. i hope next chapters are getting better for justin. i heart you justin.

Author's Response:

It easily could have been less painful. Although Brian and Eric might as well been married, due to raising a child together and being together for several years, the wedding was an emotional experience for Justin. I think Nathan thought he was doing the right think for Justin. Nathan has a lot of issues and he's had a very rough life. He wasn't exactly rational when he broke it off with Justin. But he doesn't want Justin to miss out on anything. I think Brian loved Justin just as much as Eric but, like Nathan, he had a lot of his own issues to sort through. Eric helped him and stuck it out while Brian did that. Not that Justin wouldn't have but Brian wasn't willing to face his deep rooted problems. Justin does have a rough time in Intersect, I can't deny that, but things do eventually get better for him. Justin hearts you too!

Reviewer: bksbracelet (Signed) · Date: September 10, 2015 12:37 PM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

Oh I thought that Nathan and Justin were due to break up but I did not pick the reason. I assumed it would because of Brian. Eric and Brian are so in love it makes me sad that they are going to have some angst eventually

Author's Response:

Nathan basically broke up with him because he felt like he couldn't give Justin what he wanted and because he felt that he wasn't good enough. Brian and Eric are very much in love it'll be hard to write what happens, to be honest. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: September 10, 2015 10:35 AM · On: Chapter 4: N 8th and Bedford

This is getting more and more heartbreaking. I promise to keep reading. Not sure how often I'll review. The faster I read, the sooner the pain will go, right?

I can't see a happy end in this...but I trust you have something good in store for them.



Author's Response:

Oh no. You're only on chapter 4 and it's already heartbreaking. It gets worse. But also better. It has it's very happy moments, moving moments, and sad moments. :) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: September 10, 2015 09:54 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

So I started it...so I'm nervous as hell.

I will read as much as I can around my crazy schedule. I'm really curious where you're taking this.

PS: I love a slow burn :)



Author's Response:

Yay! I hope you enjoy it. :) It is a very gradual story. And it will be a trilogy lol. Thank you for giving it a chance! :)

Reviewer: Maggie (Anonymous) · Date: September 10, 2015 08:45 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

I feel bad for Justin and want to hug him.  I was reading some of the reviews and wanted to ask you doesn't Brian and Justin already have a deep connection even though they have been apart and that they still love eachother, that's somthing that is never lost right? And with that and the fact that Justin taught Brian how to love, and that he was his first love wouldn't that make Brian or anyone love Justin more then Eric even though he would have try to bury it because he is with Eric now?

I'm not trying to tell you what to do like the other reviewer, I was just curios of what you thought about my thoughts. I guess with all that Brian and Justin went through that we saw on the show it seemed that he could never love any one the same or as much wich could be said in real life lol

 



Author's Response:

Of course they have a deep connection. When I finished the show, it was very hard for me to see Brian falling for anyone else. Justin? Maybe. He was young and had sort of fallen for Ethan before (even though that turned out to be somewhat of a dud of a relationship.) Intersect started out as a challenge to myself to make Brian a healthier man. If he and Justin didn't work out, I feel like it would be extremely unhealthy for him to not give love a chance. But he tried it and it worked. He found this wonderful man who also got him to open up. Brian went to therapy for him, made himself talk to his lover when things got rough, Eric is kind and understanding about the undeniable place Justin had/has in his life. They are raising a child together. They have a deep connection as well. So his connection with Eric is undeniable as well as his connection with Justin. 

They had a passionate romance on the show. I agree. But Brian was very damaged. He couldn't even say I love you until the end of the series. I think that for this reason this might have held back the Britin relationship (when looking back.) The man needed to face his issues and he had an understanding man by his side while doing so (in this universe.) I understand people being confused or turned off by the idea but I wanted to explore it and this is what came of it. :) They way I see it his love for Justin and his love for Eric can't be compared. They are equal yet separate.

Reviewer: SunshineSally (Signed) · Date: September 10, 2015 06:23 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

I'm crying, I am actually crying - seriously, I think you might be trying to kill me, but for some weird and worrying reason I am okay with that. Where do I start... okay first, Brian and Eric running off to do the dirty in between the wedding and the reception was so oerfectly Brian, if he hadn't taken that opportunity, I would have worried about him. And omg, that was HOT, like actual steam was coming out of my computer while I read this (not really, don't worry, there are no fire hazards...) but seriously, him coming inside Eric when they didn't really have the time to shower and clean up was all kinds of hot - and Brian so knew it, and his comment about pushing it out and wiping it off... omg I am still lmao!

The best men speeches were AMAZING - even Michael's ;) (who will not forever be thought of as a duck in my head) but I loved how he talked about Brian at HS. I really enjoy those little glimpses into his past. Rick's speech was equally amazing, but maybe I am bias, he is the love of my life and all that jazz (YES!) but the fact that he is so macho, it made it even more precious. I could hear and see him in my head as he gave his speech 0 and that isn't something that a lot of people can do... especially with non canon characters, so YAY for you. Gus was also adorable, and I loved how he mentioned Justin, without mentioning him. But it's good to know he recognises how much a part of his life he was (and still is.) and come on, the best part of this scene was Lily, I could see her swinging her feet on her chair just willing them all to stop talking. She is ADORABLE!!!!! 

And the fact you (I mean, Brian) also mentioned "Never Gonna Give You Up," I cannot even begin to tell you how happy that makes me! THAT SONG IS MY JAM, YO!

Loved the dances though, especially Eric and Justin dancing together. Don't get me wrong, I LOVED Brian and Justin sharing a dance, but he promised him he would, but Eric asking Justin surprised me and I loved it. Eric knows how special Justin was and still is to Brian and he's a good man for being okay with that. And Brian not being able to control himself and find out what they were talking about was priceless. I do love me a tipsy Brian. In my head he had his bow tie undone all sexy and James Bondy, am I right? SAY I AM RIGHT?

How cute is protective big brother Justin though? and I am loving getting to know Molly a little in this. I always wished we'd seen Molly in later seasons to know how she felt about everything.

Lily asking Nathan to dance may actually be the most precious thing ever, and standing on his toes. That girl needs to teach me a few things about talking to boys :p

Eric carrying Brian in a firemans lift was also HILARIOUS, "I am not the bride," hmm ;) But that scene was HOTCAKES, I mean *fans self* I do love it when Brian bottoms for Eric, there is something so sexy about it. And him negotiating on how much time he'll be bottoming was brilliant, 50%... 40%, okay LOL!

Lily, don't cry baby, you are going to have so much fun with Em and Drew and little Duncan, and your daddies will Skype you *hugs*

I was NOT expecting that to happen with Nathan. I knew he didn't want kids, and when he saw Justin with them and overheard that conversation I was like uh oh - but then when he was so comfortable with Lily when she asked him to dance, I thought maybe he'd "seen the light," but omg, poor Justin. I WANT TO CUDDLE HIM! And what a shitty day to break up with him. He'd just seen his first true love get married and wham, like his heart hadn't been ripped out enough. I was starting to warm to him too :( I know he's had a tough life, so I should lighten up and lay off the guy a bit, but he broke my sunshine's heart here. And I wonder what Brian and Eric will think about all this (once they have stopped marathon fucking that is)

Seriously girl, roller coaster of emotions, but in the BEST WAY!



Author's Response:

Lolol, this is going to take me a while to answer but I am strangely okay with that. Just like you are okay with me messing with your emotions. ;)

Oh, of course Brian was going to sneak Eric away to get off. He wouldn't be Brian if he didn't. And you know he got off even more by coming in Eric, especially when they had to be somewhere. He's so naughty. And Eric knows it. He both got turned on and exasperated by Brian's solution to his "problem."

I'm glad you liked the best man speeches! I think Brian probably both got Michael in trouble and saved him from assholes so they have many stories to tell. :) Rick's a very nice guy. You are a lucky woman! ;) In my head, he looks and sounds like Mark Wahlberg lolol. He's a macho man's man who doesn't like to show how he feels but he has a great friend like Eric to pull his head out of his ass. He respects Eric a lot and realizes he could very easily be dead if it weren't for him. He feels like he owes him everything. Eric feels similarly on a smaller scale because Rick showed him acceptance and love even when it would be expected that a guy like Rick would be at least uncomfortable with homosexuality. When Rick showed Eric that he still thought of him as his best friend and wanted him to be happy, I think that gave him a lot of hope. But Lily didn't care about the emotional speeches. That kind of stuff is really boring and why talk when there's cake just a few feet away?

Never Gonna Give You Up is a lovely song. They should have danced to that! 

I think that was my favorite part to write, Eric and Justin dancing. They really do respect and like each other because they know how much the other means to Brian. Oh, Brian had to butt in to figure out what they were saying. I think Brian's dream would be a threesome with Eric and Justin so he saw an opportunity for the closest thing he will probably ever get and took it. ;) I have to wonder what the gang thought of the dance. XD And yes, Sally. You are totally right! haha

I wish we would have seen Molly later on too. We saw her twice and it was almost as if she didn't exist after that. :P But she and Justin did finally become closer in this universe and he does truly care about her and her well-being.

Lily needs to teach me about boys too. I don't know why I can write romance yet my love life is completely non-existent. :(

Eric had to do it. He just had to. It was like he wasn't in complete control over himself and Brian's reflexes were slow due to being a little drunk so he just had to pick him up. It was out of love. I'm sure Brian thought it was hilarious too but he has a reputation, you know. I do enjoy bottom!Brian too. Luckily this Brian has become more comfortable with enjoying it and trusts Eric enough to give into it on a pretty regular basis. 

Lily will miss her daddies but you're right. She will have a great time with her second family and get to talk to Eric and Brian on Skype. :) They will even take the laptop around to show her the view and the sights from outside their temporary residence.

I think Nathan can appreciate the cuteness of other people's kids and, even though he can be awkward around them, he was truly touched that Lily liked him enough to ask him to dance. But Nathan is in a bad place right now. I think he honestly thought he was doing what was best for Justin and wasn't rational about the timing or presentation of the break up. He's had it awfully hard. He is still very much in love with Justin but he really doesn't think he is good enough for Justin, or any other person for that matter. Justin is very heartbroken by it and overwhelmed with everything else in his life. But he does have other people in his life. Nathan doesn't have that many people. He has his bandmates and I do think they know something happened to him. The love him but Nathan just doesn't see how. The only person who really knew about his past was Justin. So, after Justin gets a little bit more of a grip, he will be very worried over Nathan. The next chapter is a flashback chapter to Nathan and Justin's past so you may keep warming up to him. :)

It was an emotional rollercoaster just writing it! Thank you for leaving such a lovely review, Sally! It means a lot!

Reviewer: Toto_too514 (Anonymous) · Date: September 10, 2015 05:38 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

And I can't help draw parallels between Nathan's reasoning behind why he's leaving...

 “Maybe in a few years we will be on the same page. Maybe we’ll run into each other at a show or a coffee shop or an airport and we’ll decide to give it another go. If we’re meant to be then it’ll work out. But right now, I think this is for the best.”

and Brian & Justin's story here. Well, done!



Author's Response:

There is definitely a parallel. :) And, just like Brian and Justin's story turned out not to be over, Justin's story with Nathan will not be over either. Nathan still does play a part in the rest of the trilogy.

Reviewer: Toto_too514 (Anonymous) · Date: September 10, 2015 04:27 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

Oh, wow... that was intense. I wasn't all that surprised about Nathan's decision. I could feel it from the last chapter, and his reaction to seeing Justin with the kids. But I did NOT expect it to be so abrupt. 

Poor Justin, he's got it coming at him from all angles... just particiapting in Brian's wedding had to be super stressful, then his concern over Molly & Hunter, and his Dad. Geez, the guy just can't catch a break! I'm worried for him!

But I am happy that Brian & Eric had such a wonderful wedding, and from the sound of those speeches, very good friends as well. 



Author's Response:

It had been building up. Nathan didn't want to break up with Justin. He's in love with him. But he honestly thought it was for the best. I don't think he knows about Craig's diagnosis yet but will feel more guilty about the way he broke up with Justin if he does find out. He didn't really think too rationally about it. He has all these demons and they were just telling him that he couldn't give Justin what he needed. He really does need to work on himself, whether Justin is by is side or not. 

As for Justin, I really do feel guilty about ruining his weekend. Despite being happy for Brian and Eric, he was stressed by being at the wedding. And then he's concerned over Molly's relationship with Hunter, not just because of his HIV status, but because of the distance which is something that he understands too well. And then there is his father who he still feels so conflicted over...it's been hard. Of course, Nathan calling it quits was the worst part and also the thing that made him break. I'm worried for him too. Justin is strong but you can only deal with so much at once, you know?

Brian and Eric did have a wonderful day. And they have great friends who care about them immensely, that's for sure! Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Larka (Signed) · Date: September 10, 2015 03:43 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

I feel bad for Nathan, but even worse for Justin.  I think he was genuinely blindsided by this!  Poor guy.



Author's Response:

Justin was pretty blindsided. Nathan should have taken Justin up on the offer to sit down and work things out but he was so distressed about everything and made a rash decision. Nathan has many demons and he honestly thought he was doing what was best for Justin. Justin will eventually see Nathan's motives but it will be hard at first to accept. We shall see how this plays out. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Nichelle Wellesly (Signed) · Date: September 10, 2015 02:52 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

LAWD!!!! Where do I begin?!?!?! 

It was nice to see Michael FINALLY acknowledge Justin and Brian's realtionship even if it was in the context of Brian and Eric's wedding. That was touching. Also touching was Gus' toast which included Justin and how woven into the fabric of Gus' life he is. I loved the three-way dance-- I actually laughed and it made sense that the two people who were so instrumental to getting Brian to the point where he is happy in his life should be able to have a relationship with him without the usual jealousy. Just another example of how men are different from women...LOL 

My heart is extremely heavy for Justin! 'Poor Sunshine' is a term I do not use lightly. Although I applaud Nathan's motives for getting out of it now when there isn't anywhere for them to go, I abhor the timing of it all. Yet, I understand it... hurt now, heal later. I get it, I really do but OMG Justin! With everything he is already facing, he's alone again and THAT HURTS! I know it's all for the greater good but Jeez, Anne you've made me feel too much again..LOL

As always, I'm looking forward to the next update of Intersect. I'm going to go and head for the JB now and get my mind right again! Hugs!

~Nichelle



Author's Response:

Lolol, Nichelle. You're too funny.

I think Michael has acknowledged the B/J relationship before. He has told Justin, "He does love you." because he knew that much was true as well as stood up for Justin when Brian was taking 9,000 steps back in the middle of season 5. Not that Michael didn't call him the trick who stayed too long and pull that shit in the beginning of season 3. Michael was so back and forth but I do think he got better after he met Ben for the most part. I think Michael arrived to a place where he is just truly happy for Brian and how far he's come. He knows Justin deserves credit for that as well as Eric. I think it would be hard for both Gus and Michael to deny that Justin and Eric changed Brian for the better and that they are still both a big part of their lives. 

As for the dance, that made me happy to write. The jealousy is surprisingly low with those three. ;)

Poor Justin indeed. It definitely wasn't the best timing on Nathan's part. I don't think he knew that Justin just found out about his father's diagnosis. Justin was probably waiting to talk to him about it at home. I think Nathan will feel very guilty about it, not that he doesn't already but once he evaluates what happened he will look back and think, "Shit, I could have handled that better." I think seeing Justin with the kids as well as Molly and Hunter facing the trials of being in different places (physically while Justin and Nathan are in different places emotionally) played huge roles in Nathan making that kind of decision. He loves Justin immensely. Justin is his first love. He wouldn't let himself be touched or be loved because he thought he wasn't worth it so this will be awfully hard on Nathan and, once Justin gets a little bit more of a grip, he will worry about Nathan's mindset after the breakup. 

Hope you didn't drink TOO much of that JB! ;) You'll need some more in the upcoming chapters mwhahaha.

Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: September 10, 2015 02:23 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

Lovely wedding and reception.  I was thinking that maybe Brian and Eric could get together with Justin and Nathan for a foursome.  Now Nathan has broken up with Justin.  What on earth are you going to do about that!



Author's Response:

I'm glad you loved the wedding and reception! And that would be so hot and ideal, I would love to get them together for a foursome. Do you mean an occasional sexy get together or have them living in a foursome? I would be all for it if it meant that I didn't have to write the angst of Intersect XD Nathan will still be a part of the story and his relationship with Justin is not severed. There are still a lot of feelings there but, unlike Justin and Brian, they will end up actually working towards friendship as soon as can manage. Thank you for reading and reviewing! It means a lot. :)

Reviewer: toniu (Signed) · Date: September 10, 2015 02:08 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

I love this story. I am actually happy for Brian and Eric. This coming from a huge Brian and Justin fan.

It takes a lot of restraint to not check on the story on a daily basis. But when I see a new chapter I get excited. I am enjoying the journey, this is such a great journey.

Please remind me, are Brian and Justin going to have a happy ever after. Because I'm kind of enjoying Brian's and Eric's happy ever after.

Classic inner turmoil. I want Brian and Justin. Yet I like Brian and Eric.

Hang in there, your stories are great. I read them all.



Author's Response:

I'm glad you are loving it! This is my favorite story of mine so I do love updating it. 

Brian and Justin will eventually end up together. It will be a complicated and drawn out situation before they end up "happily ever after" and at peace though.

It is definitely conflicting to write. Like, do I really want to end Brian and Eric's relationship? No. But I guess if people want the whole trilogy and the pain, I will. ;)

Thank you for reading and reviewing! 

Reviewer: Hotesse (Signed) · Date: September 10, 2015 01:40 AM · On: Chapter 29: 2nd House Rd and South Eldert Lane - The Reception

Ohhh..... sob.... this is just.... nobb.... no words.
I'm officially in love with your writing...
thank you Thank You for being so good at this!!!

All those amazing characters just come to life in such a way that it's as if I'm watching a movie. And you bring it up to such happiness and than way way down to the sadness of break up. I want to hug them both....

Author's Response:

Aw, thank you Edda!

It means a lot that you think so much of my writing and this story. Hug them all you want. They need it. ;) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Reviewer: Manado (Signed) · Date: September 08, 2015 07:00 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

what a chapter!  i think at this point you have succeded to persuade people that Eric indeed the right one for Brian and one of our boys has reached an important milestone in his life and Justin sadly just history for Brian in the background, no doubt.


I agree with the previous review, Eric is like the best person that Brian could ever fall in love with,  more than he ever would with Justin. Justin woul be a pale comparion to Eric, at least at this point, I do hope Brian would treat Justin like Eric or much more in the future though, because I just don’t want to see Justin as a bleak rebound for Brian.


and please, don’t kill Eric or Nathan, as much as I want Brian and Justin together, I want Eric/Nathan to see that Brian can be happy with Justin too, and they can be happy without Brian or Justin, or maybe you have planned them out to be exchanging partners? lol J 



Author's Response:

Hi, Manado!

I hope that I have made Eric out to be a good partner for Brian. That was my goal. But Justin isn't history or in the background by any means. They are going to build a deep bond before acting on any feelings but I don't think friendship means history. I don't think Justin would pale in comparison, no matter what the circumstances were. Just because they are different people doesn't mean Justin is lesser. He is important and he deserves to be loved. 

I do not have plans for Eric/Nathan. That would be convenient though lol. Thank you for reading and reviewing, Manado! I know you thought about stopping for a while so it means a lot that you kept reading!

Reviewer: Mary jane (Anonymous) · Date: September 08, 2015 10:25 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

I am usually a Brian and Justin together reader but for some reason I had to read this story. I as I agree with the other reviewer that you please have to make Brian realize that he always loved and loved Justin more then Eric. That he admitted that Justin is his soul mate and the one that taught him how to love. And please don't make Brian go with Justin because Eric dies. Let him leave eric for Justin. That would be great don't you think?

How long till Brian realizes he wants Justin? 

How old is Eric?

Thanks  Mary Jane



Author's Response:

Eric is 38, 39 in July 2015. The story has a plot in place and it will be a long journey for both boys. I will not be answering questions that will spoil any readers, as I have stated multiple times before, nor do I "have" to change or alter my vision or the story's purpose. Thank you for reading and reviewing.

Reviewer: Dee (Anonymous) · Date: September 08, 2015 10:08 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

Love the story. I found it and don't want to stop. Dissapointed you let Brian get married though. I hope he isn't for long.  I hope his husband doesnt die and then Justin is seconds I hope Brian Leaves him for Justin.  you say he forms a deep friendship with Justin we want them back together we don't want a friendship. We want Brian to realize that he loves and always loved Justin more then the man he married and that he is Justins soul mate. Please do that for your reader's if you can.



Author's Response:

I'm glad you are enjoying the story. "We" want? Brian will realize had two great loves in his life. That's all I'm going to say.

Reviewer: meghan (Anonymous) · Date: September 08, 2015 08:28 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

I'm starting to read your story, I came across to your story a month ago and been enjoying it since then but i'm curious about the direction of this plot, will your story end up with Brian and Justin's reunion or not ? and at some point I feel like Eric is kinda too nice/sweet guy and in the last chapter Brian said until death set us apart, does it mean that he sees no future with Justin ? or Eric will be dead like Simon's story where Brian chose someone else over Justin and got back to Justin just because his former partner passed away not because Brian loved Justin more? sorry tooo much questions, I hope you don't mind, thanks alot. I kinda confused because it seems like Brian fell for Eric more than he ever would/could to Justin.

Author's Response:

Hi, Meghan! I understand your questions about the direction of the plot. I don't really wish to give spoilers away but Justin and Brian do end up together. Yes, he loves Eric very much. And you are right, he loves him at least as much as he loved/loves Justin. But remember that this is a trilogy. As of right now, Brian may only desire a close friendship with Justin (despite yearning for what they both had on occasion) but they do end up together at some point in the second story and build a unique and beautiful relationship of their own. He doesn't have to love one more than the other to deeply cherish what he has with both men. His love and appreciation for them both is real, equal, yet separate. 

Reviewer: chandrika (Anonymous) · Date: September 01, 2015 01:07 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

I so love your story and your writing style.

The story is great and I am waiting for more.

Sorry for your trouble with some readers.

Thank your for writing and sharing with us.



Author's Response:

Thank you so much. That really means a lot to hear, especially when it comes to this story. It has come to the point where I expect hate, mainly from one reader, but I have received negativity from others as well. I realize that the good reviews mainly trump the bad but the mean reviews on here resort to name calling and threats. It's truly crazy. So thank you so much for the support and for reading and reviewing! :) <3

Reviewer: SunshineSally (Signed) · Date: August 26, 2015 05:51 AM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

LMAO omg I am laughing so much at the image of Brian and Gus in CVS picking out condoms, and the look on Brian's face when Gus talked about going down on a girl. The poor guy - it's not that his kid is having sex, it's just he does not like the image of girl bits lol.

Lily's nightmare was adorable, and I hate that Joseph kid, I hope she gets him back and knocks over his block tower :/

HE CALLED HIM BABE!!!!!!! *melty*

Also, lolz at Eric sending him a dick pic, love them two so much <3



Author's Response:

Brian was definitely out of his element there. He doesn't care at all that Gus is straight but that made him really squeamish. Going down on girl is not something Brian ever wants to think about. And, even though Brian is very open about sex and doesn't care that Gus is having it (despite his young age) as long as he is playing safe, I think adding his kid wanting to do that into the equation didn't help too much either. ;) He tried though. That's what matters.

Lily's nightmare was actually my nightmare from the age of four about a boy that Joseph's character is based off of lolol. He was always going out of his way to pick on me at preschool and I HATED him and would tell my parents how much. His mother invited the whole class to his birthday party and I went. His mom told my mom that her son talked about me all the time and was crazy about me. My mom just nodded her head and was like, "Oh, okay. That's nice" since she knew I didn't feel the same way to say the least. Anyway, I had that same exact dream and remember it vividly. In my dream, the bear looked like a life size animatronic bear from the 90s, like one you would see at a Chuck E. Cheese. Except he had red eyes. And when he turned into that and asked me if I wanted to play, I woke up screaming. lololol. Joseph definitely needs to learn to treat ladies with respect, especially the young lady he secretly fancies. He should take some tips from Duncan. Not that Duncan would ever give them to him since he is after Lily's heart as well. ;)

He did. He loves his "babe." 

I mean, Eric needs to keep his man happy and, if a dick pic is what does it then a dick pic it is.

Thank you again for your kind reviews! I hope you enjoy the rest of the story!

Reviewer: SunshineSally (Signed) · Date: August 26, 2015 05:22 AM · On: Chapter 26: 79th and West Drive

Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

 

I love so much about this chapter, where should I start?

 

Lily and her school flooding was adorable - and her leading Justin to her cubby hole was just too freaking cute. I loved when Brian asked if she peed herself, I could totally see the look on her face, like how dare you even suggest such a thing? And him teasing her for being little and getting the stink eye? MY NIECE DOES THAT! It does not end well, but omg I laughed so hard when she said she'd be taller than Justin. She is seriously the cutest, sassiest little girl ever. And now I am picturing Justin being a daddy *melts*

I'm warming to Nathan. Actually, I am starting to like him - don't get excited, he's no Eric, but I don't dislike him anymore LOL. He had a tough childhood and I can see how he is so scared that he'll turn into his father - I can kinda see him learning a lot from Brian when it comes to this.

Brian and Justin spending the day together made my heart go all jumpity - and how they talked about Rage and JT, when talking about themselves and how they'll always love each other... MY GOSH, I JUST CAN'T!!!!

I love this story so much, if I could, I'd marry it.

 



Author's Response:

Yay! You are finally getting to read the last two chapters! lolol. I was excited for you to and knew you would like this one. :)

Writing Lily at her flooded preschool was a lot of fun to write. She just had to show Justin her cubby hole since her father was to impatient to wait for her to give a proper tour. ;)

Lily does NOT pee herself. Ever. Okay, there was that one time in Chicago when she drank too much juice and passed out only to pee on the new sofa but it was one time! Why do people hold this against her? She had a cold that day and was absolutely exhausted. It was almost a year ago anyway! She has been potty trained since she was two and she's a big girl now so she would never do such a thing.

And she will try with every bit of power she possesses to surpass Justin's height. It's going to happen.

She really is sassy though and, even though she is the daughter of Brian's and his soon-to-be husband's, Justin loves her as well as Duncan. They are bringing what used to be blossoming desires of fatherhood into full force.

Nathan has had it hard but he really tries. I think it is commendable and inspiring how decent and successful for his age he turned out despite living in a complete nightmare for 16 years. I am so glad you are starting like him. But I totally understand your Eric love. ;) I love Eric too. Brian actually will find out the full extent of Nathan's abuse in the next story and will help him out, despite going through issues of his own.

Using Rage and JT as middle men seemed like a good way to let the other know what they currently feel and, of course what Justin says chokes Brian up a bit because he couldn't have said it better himself. That doesn't mean they won't eventually explore the uglier side of what they felt pre and post breakup. But those feelings need to wait until they become more comfortable around each other as friends and confidantes.

I give you and Intersect my blessing. You treat my baby well, you hear me? 

Thank you so much for reading and commenting, Sally! It means a lot.

 

Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: August 25, 2015 03:25 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

There was nothing wrong with this comment; however, I'm ending the conversation totally, and limited reviews to members only.

~bob, senior admin, whispers

Reviewer: nicolle_midnight2013 (Signed) · Date: August 25, 2015 12:03 PM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Hello my friend!

Finally I managed to resume reading his story, and I have to tell you that I am very divided with my feelings about it.

Initially, it is pretty much the relationship you created between Brian and Eric. Lily is lovely and a very happy and Gus child is also very happy and well adjusted that family dynamics, so I can not imagine how you will change all that to bring Brian and Justin together again. Honestly, at this point in its history, I do not see it happening without causing great pain for everyone involved. And in this case, I believe it would be better to leave everything as it is. (OMG! I said it!)

Second, your writing is fantastic. You're making me accept a story where Brian and Justin can be separated !!!!!! What are you doing to me ?????????

My dear, I'm surprised that the story is heading for marriage, really. I supposed that somehow he would not take place, but as I believe you have it all figured out, I'm anxious to see how you will lead the events from that time.

As for the criticism, you know what I think. You have my full support and can tell me what I can help it.

A big hug, my friend, Fátima.



Author's Response:

Hi, Fatima!

I completely understand your mixed feelings. It took me a while to embrace Eric and Nathan and I am the one writing them! lolol. 

I agree. Brian and Eric are very happy with one another and it would be a lot better for everyone if things just stayed as is. However, this story will eventually lead to pain, immense pain, and be about facing that and eventually finding peace. 

I'm glad you like my writing. I'm often guilty of not proofreading my work more than once so I always find typo mistakes and sometimes I rush through things. I know I could better this craft if I took my time. So for you to say you think it is fantastic really means a lot. 

I went back and forth on the marriage in the very beginning. But I decided that I wanted to give Brian and Eric that special day and have them be really happy for as long as possible, The thought of tearing them apart before their wedding hurt since they were both looking forward to it.

I do thank you so much for your support and friendship, Fatima. It means a lot to me, especially in this crazy time.

A big hug to you too! - Annie

Reviewer: Titenano (Signed) · Date: August 25, 2015 01:46 AM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Oh and I can't wait to know where Eric is taking Brian on the Honeymoon ! 



Author's Response:

It will be a beautiful, warm, and relaxing place. Somewhere Brian needs after dealing with a harsh and hectic New York winter. They will be free to relax and take part in uh...activities. ;)

Reviewer: Titenano (Signed) · Date: August 25, 2015 01:00 AM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Last time I reviewed this story it was on AOO as ijm but I'm having troubles to comment right now on this website. I don't know why.


 


Anyway, I'm excited about the wedding! Am I the only one?


Great writting here and I particularly loved the scene with Gus! If QAF would still be on today, that's something I would love see. How Brian would deal with a teenager.


And the part where they talked about going down on a girl was pretty funny. Poor Brian lol!


Can't wait to read more!



Author's Response:

I'm glad you are enjoying it and are excited for the wedding! As for being the only one, there are a few others. Some of them want Brian and Eric together and some are interested in what the event could bring to the story. Of course there are some readers who are holding off for a while because they get anxious since B/J aren't together yet. 

I am happy you like the scene with Gus! I don't think I would have taken it as well as Brian, considering Gus is 14 but i figured he would be pretty excepting as long as his son is a couple of years past puberty and isn't sleeping with someone who is supposed to be an authoritive figure. He is very pro-sex, after all. However, he can only take so much. You have to give him props for trying before backing out of the conversation on pleasuring a woman ;)

thank you for your kind words! It means a lot!

Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 25, 2015 12:20 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

It's your story.  You don't need to listen to anyone but yourself over this. And everyone's posiive

feedback which I hope I give myself.



Author's Response:

You do, don't worry. I don't mind constructive criticism that doesn't attack me or the characters (original or canon) but I try not to listen to the ones who aim to hurt me or get me to stop writing Intersect. I think it's funny because I don't get this on any other of my 16 or so stories. If I was writing the Brian and Eric scenes as Brian and Justin, people would eat it up and either leave nice comments or not comment at all. But a switch in characters gets them to feel quite strongly. Sometimes this is a good thing but it can also bring out very unhealthy comments. I am trying to ignore it. Thank you so much for your support :)

Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 25, 2015 12:04 AM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

I meant to add. On second thoughts.

Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 24, 2015 11:58 PM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Might go completely cracked if not already.

Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 24, 2015 11:53 PM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

God! Brian having to visualise and discuss cunnilingus. Got to be one of his worst nightmares.



Author's Response:

Oh, it is for sure! And adding the fact that is son is the one bringing it up? Yeah, he's pretty grossed out but wants to be mature about it. That doesn't quite work out lol. 

Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 24, 2015 11:27 PM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Hope you put all of the service in especially for that woman.



Author's Response:

I'm not sure I understand lol. Do you mean work even harder on this to piss her off more? In that case, I will. After my computer is fixed. It's crashed right now.

Reviewer: Manado (Signed) · Date: August 24, 2015 07:51 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

the two last chapters are very emotional for both B/J, they reflecting their lives with rage  and that is just so sad, they are not even together now, I can feel the raw emotions for both of them, I always connect myself with Justin everytime i read angsty QAF fanfics because I can relate what he has been through with myself, now I'm lil bit older as Justin left Brian for NY (you see i'm not kidding when i say i always relate myself with justin lol) having said that I feel weird when I read B/eric that are so perfect together, because I have to keep my faith and loyalty to Brian/Justin yet you write B/Eric like they meant to be, I'm torn here,  Eric fits the bills to be Brian's partner it means he is almost perfect but I believe my Justin is much better than him, I'm thinking to take a break for awhile because I know Brian's wedding with his new partner is a very plausible occurance and Justin would be miserable even he is not alone but I keep reminding myself that this is going to be B/J in the end of the way even it's very hard to imagine the final fate for both of the boys from these last chapters. 

I guess I would read the reviews 1st so I can mentally prepare myself because I see a real talent from you on this story. you are really good.



Author's Response:

I understand, Manado. It is hard to write Justin having a hard time. Out of all the characters, I identify with him the most as well. If it means anything it will be Brian who has the harder time next story. This story is mainly focused on them building a deep friendship and having those conflicting feelings get prominent once more. It will be harder for them to ignore it. 

And I completely understand liking Justin more than Eric. He's Justin and you watched five seasons of him! But the fate stays the same. The boys will eventually end up together. It just needs to happen organically. My goal here was to write convincing OMCs for the boys and I think I may have succeeded due to the strong reactions I am getting. I do hope you continue though. 

thank you for reviewing and your kind complement, Manado. It means a lot.

Reviewer: sweetc (Anonymous) · Date: August 24, 2015 07:36 PM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Ohhhh goddd sorry i didn't read the other comments and now i know that you are still having problem with some peopleeee!!!!I hope my previous comment didn't offend you!!!i'm not going to stop reading this fan fic that i love sooo sooo much just i want stop reading for a while so i will have lot of chapters and for sure i will have some justin :))).I think i'm all for justin happiness ( even without Brian) so...more justin more justin.Don't let people hurt you.Your stories are so beautiful...and seem so real :) even when i don't like what it is it you are for me one of the best!

 

 



Author's Response:

Aw, thank you sweetc. I know you didn't mean to offend me. I can tell by your reviews you get sucked into the stories you are reading and feel passionately for the storylines and characters. You are one of the best reviewers because you cover what you were feeling almost moment by moment. If anything I was a little bummed to learn I may not hear from you for the next few chapters. But I understand your reasoning and I'm glad you still like the story. Justin is going to have more of a spotlight the next couple of chapters. I'm not sure if they will be happy per say but he will eventually find peace and happiness. Both individually and with Brian. Thank you for your concern, sweetc. It means a lot.

Reviewer: sweetc (Anonymous) · Date: August 24, 2015 07:25 PM · On: Chapter 1: 34th and 7th

I'm going to stop reading a bit if i can force myself....unfortunately i'm too much Brian/justin and the last charapter was too hard for me...beautiful...yet i had unshed tears when i finished....and...i don't wanna be sad after reading a fan fic :(

The love between Brian and Eric is so palpable...i can see it like butter and i can't stand it ...i wanna Brian and Justin that happy :( and what it is sad it's that meanwhile Brian is sooo sooo happy justin is not...and i don't like that.Justin seem more unstable and not there like Brian...i hope you will give him some happy moment he deserve that please please ( even with Nathan is ok ).I think if you will talk about brian's wedding next it will be hard for justin so...again sad for me :(I hope they will not play prom's song or maybe i hope they will play it without knowing.

 

Honeymoon:i think it will not be Ibiza.I was hoping so but maybe it is a location which is connect with justin without michael knowing.

I hope something will happen when eric go away for work or when gus will be 15.

Oh...Brian and Gus moment is wonderful...even if i think 14 is too soon to having sex and i'm not a prude!I think 16 is better .....and i think you can count on a hand finger parents who are so open about sex with children.It is so wrong ...i'm so with you about sex education even from parents.( but i will have some difficulties buying condom for my son....it's like no problem you can have sex so younggggg.So maybe i will just give him some money to be safe.)I hope Brian will have more time with gus as well...it's not right this unbalance.Yes i know Gus have two mums but as a son i will be a little jealous of Lily ( maybe more than a little....) and i always resent Lindsey for bringing so far Gus.

I hated the last part...i was hoping in a call from justin but nooooo it's was Eric...and there...yes...no matter what there is love between them so much love....i have for the first time maybe difficulties in thinking about how you are going to divide them really how.( i hope you will but don't know it seem so unluchy BUT i'm waiting so hardddd).



Author's Response:

Wow, three people wanting to stop now lol. I didn't expect this, especially after the love for the chapter before this one. It's okay though. I understand that this is a slow build story and that it can be hard to read for people to read when they very set on Brian/Justin. But, while I will miss your reviews if you decided to hold off for a few more chapters, I don't want you to get TOO upset while reading. If you think it is the best thing for you at this time then do what you need to do. :) Brian and Justin will have a lot more chapters like the last one though (after the next two or three chapters.) Maybe those will be more comforting

Oh, I would definitely be concerned if my son or daughter (neither which I have but in theory) started having sex at 14. I would try to be more calm than Lindsay initially was but I wouldn't be as okay with it as Brian was. Not saying his method was bad. I think he wants to treat his son with respect and knows that Gus is a great kid. He likes Penelope. And above all else, he's Brian. He definitely is one of the most pro-sex characters and can't judge because he became sexually active at the same age. I think Brian probably figured he wouldn't have stopped if his parents knew what he was doing so he might as well keep his son safe and hopes by doing that Gus will tell him if something happens or if there's a health or pregnancy scare.

Gus will have a major role in the sequel and will be involved in at least three more chapters in this first story. I think sometimes he is a bit envious of Lily but he does love his mothers and recognizes them as his primary parents. 

As for Justin, I agree that this first story is harder on him. However, the second story is a lot harder on Brian so it will sort of even out but stay sad. The third story is not without its obstacles but is more pleasant for both of them. Thank you for reading and reviewing, sweetc. It means a lot.

 

Reviewer: Alois (Signed) · Date: August 24, 2015 06:28 PM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

I really love this chapter Anne. Loved the conversations, especially the ones between Brian and Lindsay and Brian and Gus. What I also love about your story is the fact that you had succeed in including all characters as well as OCs, without one being the 'bad' one. I really enjoy this aspect of your story. I do love Brian and Justin as a couple, but I could see them evolving either with each other or not. That's what makes this fic special to me. That you had succeed to place them in another stage of their life where they still 'love' each other, but can also appreciate what they have. I know everybody don't like that because many readers see them as a couple, but I'm one of the many few who like to read this kind of fic. Whatever you have planne for the future chapters, I can't wait to read them. I love all the moments you write with all these fabulous characters. Thank you 



Author's Response:

I really appreciate that, Alois. Like I told you in my email, I worked pretty hard on those conversations so I would love to see what people thought of them. But I feel like this chapter made some people uncomfortable due to it ending on the morning of the wedding. Some still show support despite mixed feelings and a couple aren't too happy. I would like to think of this first story as a queer as folk fanfiction rather than just a Brian/Justin fanfiction, even though they are the two major characters (along with their significant others and Lily.) But Emmett, Drew, and Duncan play significant roles as do Molly, Craig, and Gus (but he's more prominent in the sequel.) I am glad to have readers who appreciate the other storylines and moments going on. I could just solely write it to get B/J back together but I want them to have lives outside of each other as well as outside of Eric and Nathan. Brian is dealing with fathering a teenager and a four year old plus the opening a new branch of Kinnetik, Justin is dealing with his art career and his father as well as wanting children of his own, Nathan is dealing with his music career and his own personal demons from his past, and Eric is dealing with the fallout from his parents, fatherhood, and living as an architect in a city where so much space is already taken up and trying to find his way there because he wants to be at home with his family as much as possible. I don't think every story has to solely be about romance. It comes off as the only thing in life at times and maybe adding other obstacles is making this story a lot longer than planned but I'm trying to make it at least somewhat realistic. And I think it's mature of them to still love one another but accept that they are happy in the relationships they are in now. Of course more conflicting feelings will arise when they get even closer I want to work my way up to it organically. Thank you so much for your support and listening ear, Alois. It means a lot.

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: August 24, 2015 03:34 PM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Hi, just wanted to say that while I like Brian/Justin stories, this one is sooooo good that I prefer the way it is written.  I was checking to see your response to my review when I noticed several comments that shocked me.  Your story is such that people are forgetting that it's just a story and taking it to heart, which is a compliment in a way.  But I got to admit that the nasty name calling was totally out of line.  I've had reviews like those on a couple of my stories so I know how you feel.  Please keep writing, you have a talent that is unmistakable.



Author's Response:

Thank you so much. I really do appreciate you as a reviewer because you make a point to comment on every story you read and are always very nice. I understand that this story isn't for everyone and knew that going in but I didn't expect the name calling, suicide notes, and bloody wrists from a few, but mainly one, of my reviewers. I understand expressing dislike but I don't understand people who start calling people they don't even know names over a piece of fiction. I could understand if the work was offensive a little more but even then there is no excuse at all. So I truly thank you for giving this story a chance. It really means a lot.

Reviewer: Astrid (Anonymous) · Date: August 24, 2015 10:24 AM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Annie, I cannot answer to your question about the chapter before this one as I hadn't read it as well. However, I figured it would be nicer to let you know why there won't be any comments from me for a while. But I promise I'll come back one day to this and I'll surely let you know then.
@Simi I would appreciate if you didn't refer to my comment in the same sentence you insult the author. Even though I won't be reading this for a while, I still think Annie is a great author.
@Bojdur Where in this story does Brian hurt Justin? It was J. who was mostly responsible for the end of their relationship, if I recall the flashbacks from the first chapters correctly.

Annie I'm sorry that my comment came in a moment when you are being insulted again and accused of being a terrible person and what not. I really wish people were more civilized even if they are critical... :(



Author's Response:

Ah okay. I just assumed that this was the chapter that made you want to hold off for a while since the review was for it and didn't specify. I understand holding off. It may have been best to tell me in a private message due to the comments I have been getting (my stalked seems to feel justified if someone drops it) but that isn't your fault at all lol. I know you aren't stopping because you hate it but because it is hard for you to see Brian and Justin with other people. I realized that this story may clash with readers from the get go but I definitely didn't realize how irrational a small percentage of them can get. I thank you for coming to my defense in this comment. Simi honestly isn't worth trying to get through to. She is very narrow minded and only comments on people's stories to harass or insult them. As for Bojdur, while they definitely did not make her reasoning about Brian not deserving Justin if he lost his husband or child to death clear in their first comment at all and resorted to name calling when I may have been too defensive when it came to their reasoning, they make several good points in their comment directed towards Brian's behavior towards Justin especially in the first half of this story. Although I can see both of them at fault and both of them as victims when it came to their fallout. 

 

Reviewer: Larka (Signed) · Date: August 24, 2015 05:02 AM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Not sure how I feel about them getting married.  I'm still a B/J shipper.  Loved the Gus part.  Brian is such a great dad!



Author's Response:

I understand. There's a lot of angst in this series but B/J will eventually end up together. I'm glad you loved the Gus part! That's what I wanted people to comment on the most but a lot of my comments only voice their displeasure on Brian getting ready to walk down the aisle and don't mention anything else. So thank you for mentioning that. :)

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: August 24, 2015 12:58 AM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Who expected Brian to go along with tradition.  But he got to talk with Gus and comfort Lily.  Looks like Lily has an admirer who doesn't know that he cares.  I'm glad that Eric called Brian, though it didn't seem fair of Emmett to tattle.  lol.



Author's Response:

He did try to fight it but it seemed important to Eric so he decided to pick his battles lol. He definitely needed to talk with Gus, that's for sure. And of course he needed to comfort Lily. Even though she probably would have woken up Gus or maybe Emmett and Drew to get some cuddles, her daddy is definitely her number 1 go to and she was glad he was there. I don't think Emmett told Eric everything but did call or text Eric to say that Brian was getting pretty nervous and asked him to check on him. :) thank you so much for reading and reviewing! It means a lot!

Reviewer: Astrid (Signed) · Date: August 24, 2015 12:12 AM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Hi Annie! I'm really sorry I need to tell you this, but I have to stop reading this story until it's finished, or maybe until the sequel (depending on how you finish the first part). I'm too much bothered by seeing so much of Eric&Brian and I understand your idea behind it, but I need to stop now cause it's making me too sad and come back when I can read everything at once and see a happy end you promised. Xoxo.
PS. And I hope you will update on the Feed&Extract soon!



Author's Response:

Hi, Astrid. I won't lie and say I am not disappointed but I appreciate your honesty. Although I have said several times that the first story in this series focused more on Brian and Justin with other people and the rebuilding of a close friendship. I am curious to what you thought of the chapter before this one. It was mostly B/J oriented and, out of the two main couples in this fic, Justin and Nathan had more of the spotlight than Brian and Eric did. Surprisingly, there will be more B/J in the upcoming chapters and it will be more frequent. But I do understand your decision to leave. I hope you come back to it someday.

Reviewer: bksbracelet (Signed) · Date: August 24, 2015 12:08 AM · On: Chapter 27: Long Island Expressway and 80th St.

Oh this story is definitely intriguing I was sure Brian was going to break up with Eric before the wedding but it looks like it is going ahead. Off course that means we have quite a few chapters of this excellent writing on this fic

Author's Response:

I'm glad you are enjoying it. It looks as though I am losing a couple of readers due to this chapter. Can't please everyone, I guess. Thank you so much for reading and reviewing. It means a lot.

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