Love Brian's and Gus' relationship.  I think it's great how Brian is balancing being "Brian" and still being a good father. 

Really enjoying this story. 

All the best,

Laura

Author's Response:

Hi, Laura!  Thank you for reading and for all the comments; Michal and I really appreciate that.  I agree; I do think it's important to point out how much Brian loves his son and is a good father to him.  Of course, that's going to make things even worse for all concerned once their 'common link' (i.e, Justin) is out in the open, and it's coming up.  Have to have some angst thrown in there, though!

Thank you again for the feedback!  I hope you continue to enjoy the story.  *Hugs*  ~Kim and Michal

Wow, the title of the chapter speaks for itself! It’s fantastic how you showed Brian’s feelings, his doubts and fears through his dream. It was so beautiful at first, I could sense his complete happiness, his contentment, but then it all started to change slowly, turning into a nightmare. Maybe not the worst one, but Brian is clearly not ready for some serious steps in his relationship with Justin, it’s too soon. And still, the dream was very meaningful – if Brian Kinney sees himself participating in wedding, even unreal one, it already says a lot. Justin definitely affects him deeply. And – did Brian really feel a mixture of relief and disappointment when he realized it was only a dream?! It’s so amazing and surprising that I’m not even sure I got it right!:) Brian is obviously *so* in love!

It’s great that even being so relaxed, having such a strong need to stay with Justin, Brian still thinks about his son – it proves one more time what a wonderful father he is. I also loved how he realized that he doesn’t want other men now when he has Justin. Of course, being rather possessive, he can’t expect Justin to stay faithful to him while he continues to trick, and though that thought disturbed him, it didn’t come as a big shock like I thought it would be. Brian is already accepting what influence Justin has on him. In fact, everything seems so perfect that I’m afraid it won’t last long. In QAF Brian would ruin it because of his fear, here I think it may happen because of his devotion to Gus. I’m simultaneously dreading and looking forward to the moment when the truth will come out. Gus will definitely be very hurt, but I hope Brian won’t think it’s Justin’s fault. After all, the blond warned Gus lots of times that they are only friends. It would be so completely irrational to blame him, though of course no one can think rationally in the moment like that. Oh, everything is so complicated that I have no idea how to figure it all out!  

It was so touching – when Brian was watching Gus sleeping, remembering episodes from the childhood. I love those tender, emotional moments, the feeling of love is just so palpable. I had a lump in my throat, but minute later I was laughing non-stop because of Kayla’s reaction to Owen’s persistence. What a great contrast – it was so hilarious!:) Poor girl, I don’t envy her.

You just killed me with the ending. The basketball game tomorrow?! Now there is definitely going to be an explosion! Gus, Brian, Justin in the same place at the same time – it’d be a miracle if their paths didn’t cross! And Gus may want to introduce Justin to his dad… wow, I can clearly feel angst coming. Can’t imagine what the next chapter will bring – and can’t wait for it! Thank you so much for this beautiful, many-sided update!         

Author's Response:

Hi, Katrin!  Thank you for reading and for your comments; they are very perceptive!  I think you have covered so well some of the emotions that both Michal and I hoped to portray in this chapter:  Brian's growing attraction/love for Justin, his deep love for his son, and his quandry between spending time with Justin versus spending time with his son.  And you are correct about his feelings toward Justin - they are both exciting as well as a little worrisome, because he is starting to feel things he has never felt before with any other man and I think it scares him somewhat.  And I, too, really like Kayla's character as a friend and confidante of Gus's; reminds me a lot of Daphne and Justin on the show.  And yes, there will definitely be some angst/conflict coming up in this story that will really change things up.

Michal and I are truly grateful for your always insightful and thoughtful comments, my friend! Thank you for reading and for the ongoing support.  We will get this updated again very soon.  *Hugs*  ~Kim

I love reading about how Brian is falling for Justin and can't help it.  The wordplay between the two of them is great fun here.  Looking forward to more.

- Jackie

Author's Response:

Hi, my friend!  Thanks for reading and for the comments.:)  I'm enjoying their texting immensely, too; it's good that Michal has brought them into the new age of technology  - ha!  So glad that you're enjoying this one.  We'll get it updated again very soon.  Thank you for all the support.  Less than four months to go, too, until LA - woohoo!!  *Hugs*  ~Michal and Kim

Great chapter once again. Thank you so much for this story.

Author's Response:

Hi, my friend!  Michal and I thank YOU for reading and for the comments!  Obviously, we're heading for a showdown here eventually.  That's when the real angst is going to flare up.  How will Brian choose between his deep love for his son and his budding love for Justin?  And how will Gus react?  How will BRIAN react?  Hmm...can't wait to see where Michal is steering this one.;)  Thanks for the support; we will get this updated again very soon.  *Hugs*  ~Michal and Kim

This story is great, can not wait to continue.

PS
Just hanging out and waiting to facebook photos from Bilbao, Spain.
He's there.
Who are you on FB? And are you at all?

Author's Response:

Hi, Sweetie!  Thank you for the support of this story; both Michal and I appreciate that very much.:)  BTW, I have seen some of Gale's photos and some of the information from Spain; he looks gorgeous as always!  Can't wait until he's at the con in LA; I already have my airfare, hotel, and tickets booked.;)  I promise to do my best to come back with lots of photos like the last time in Cologne, too.;p)

To answer your other question, I'm one of the few 'cave people' who actually don't have a FB account; I do have a Twitter account (under the same user name as here), as well as an LJ account.  That is where I normally post info and photos about my visits to see Randy in his plays, for example, and I also have a lot of photos from the con in Cologne posted there.  Hope that information helps.;)

Thanks again for reading this story and for taking the time to comment; it means a lot to both of us.  We will get this story updated again very soon.  *Hugs*  ~MichaL and Kim

Found this story saw that your name was attached so it was read.  This is quite a concept your friend came up with.  I guess the bacon will hit the hot pan pretty soon-yes.  It will be interesting to see who will be the most upset in this triangle.  It's a toss up I think.  Guess we will see, soon.  I like the friction building.

Author's Response:

Hi, my friend!  Thank you for checking this one out and for the comments; yes, it is unusual, and Michal had me intrigued when I first saw the storyline and she asked me to help her with co-writing it; I'm glad to be a part of it and I'm thankful she came up with this unique story idea.:)

I like the notion of Brian being faced with the dilemma of what to do between his love for his son and his budding romance with Justin.  Will he choose to give up one for the other?  And how will it impact Gus?  I DID think it was important not to cross too much of a line here with an actual sexual relationship between Justin and Gus, even though in this timeline and their ages, it wouldn't be implausible.  But I didn't see any way that once that barrier was passed that things could ever work out for Brian and Justin.

I hope you will continue to read along with it and give it a shot; I realize it may not be for everyone.  In the meantime, I'm edging ever closer to my update on "The Parent Trap."  Up to about 12,300 words now, so it should be updated any time now.:)

Thank you again for reading and for taking the time to comment; Michal and I should be able to update this again very soon.  *Hugs*  ~Michal and Kim

 

You naughty little tease.....it seems as if the shit is about to hit the fan. I just hope the threesome will be able to deal with the situation somewhat calmly.

Update soon please~JP

Author's Response:

Hi, Tamara - whatever do you mean?  LOL!   I know - Michal has a wicked sense of humor, doesn't she?  Or just a cruel streak in her - ha!  Will they actually figure it out tomorrow night, though?  Hmmm....guess you'll have to give it your best guess and see what happens.;)  Michal and I thank you for reading and for commenting, my friend. We'll get this updated again as soon as possible; I'm still plugging away with Parent Trap.  Ugh - Yes, I WILL get it updated it if kills me!! Thanks again, Sweetie.  *Hugs*  ~Kim