Hello, Amanda!  I am so far behind in my reading, but I finally had the time to get all caught up on your story.  Waht an amazing job you are doing of evoking emotion here!  And I think you have captured Brian's, Justin's, and Daphne's characters so well.  Such an intense story as I think I mentioned before. But also very engrossing.  Yes, it's angsty, but it's also full of love.  I have suffered from depression for most of my life.  And while I've never reached the point that Justin has, I can certainly identify with some of the emotions he expresses here.  I was amazed by the chapter where he was being asked questions by the therapist. You did a very thorough job of covering every angle.

I will be looking forward to reading the rest of this. Thank you for posting this on here!  It is very much appreciated. ~Kim

Author's Response:

Hi Kim, Thank you for reading (whenever you have the chance - real life can get in the way!). Thank you thank you thank you for your kind words about the emotion of the series; that has really been my hope in writing this. And yes angst but always with hope and a happy ending (eventually). I love these guys too much to cause them any real harm. It sometimes takes a challenge like this to bring a couple closer. It certainly means a lot that you found your experience with depression reflected in this work. I work in the mental health field and my hope is to portray mental health concerns realistically. -A

Good chapter!!   Well, Daphne, Justin and even Tori all put Brian in his place, which was exactly what he needed!!    It was about time that Brian was told that whatever happens to Justin isn't his fault.   And this was an important chapter, because he and Justin actually communicated and talked things out.   And Justin was right - it's not fair of Brian to unilaterally make decisions about he and Justin.  He should have a say as well.  

Author's Response:

Brian appreciates all the people (women) who stick up for Justin, even if it means getting upset with him. And yes, Brian needs to learn he's not the star here - they're a couple, not a one-man act! He is working on the decision making thing, it was something that was a part of the show so I'm trying to carry it through but also allow for some character growth. I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter!