Finally a new chapter :)

Will something happen to Eric and Lily? Can't wait to find out. Hope you'll have time to update soon.

 

 

Wow.  That visit to the restruant in New Orleans is coming back to haunt them.  I think it's wonderful that Brian and Justin spend time together.  Poor Brian was missing his family so much.

ça c'est probablement la pire des fanfic que j'ai lu je suis très ouverte d'esprit mais j'ai l'impression que justin est le punching bag de ton histoire le pauvre n'arrête de baver et pourquoi ???

pendant ce temps brian roucoule avec son don juan c'est vraiment une perte de temps.

pas d'érotisme, pas de tension sexuelle rien de ce qu'on connait et aime de queer as folk et c'est déprimant surtout pour le couple B/J

 

Author's Response:

I LOVE that you have supposedly read 41 chapters of the worst fanfic you have ever read! It must have pulled you in to get you this passionate over it. I am truly touched. Let's exchange work! I would love to read something you have put a lot of heart and effort in. I even promise to read any warning notes you may have (assuming you write something "controversial" enough to warrant them.) I'm guessing you didn't read my many warning notes though. ;) Great constructive criticism! Hope to hear more thoughts from you soon! <3

I'm just waiting for the outburst and a "academy award winner" fight (or fights?) between Brian and Justin. Like I know they want to stay friends and therefore don't want to ruin any possibility of that...And that they truly are in love with other people...

But the tension between them is always haunting whether alone or surronded by people( so kudos to you). No matter if it was as intense as the begining when they were getting used to seeing each other again, or it seems the unavoidable gazes that pass between when their eyes lock. I feel like there's always regret there and a secret longing, but also an understanding.

I really love how you portray the canon characters as well as your original characters.

Omg my heart breaks for Nathan. It reminds me a little of like britin 2.0 but darker and sadder. I hope Nathan can finally meet that someone else if its not Justin.

You have be so conflicted about Brian...omg Brian Studferd Kinney. Though I really love though change and how you still keep the essense of him...

Oh Eric...I love him...he's simply perfect...(ok maybe a little to emotional...even more so than Justin so it's kinda weird) *shrugs*

So my britin heart breaks...cuz god aren't they just beautiful (Brian, Eric, Lily,...newbabygirl). Family man Brian...it suits him "who woulda thunk'"

Last but not least...Justin Taylor. I really love the way you've written him, so true to his character. I couldn't get past the first chapter of most britin fics out there because they always depict him as a device to achieve something out of the great Brian Kinney...so it was always soo off putting.

So I'm so glad to have him written like this because I always loved that he went NY to be come a "big fucking success" all on his own...

Reading through Justin's POV is definately my all time favorite. I just love that Sunshine and I'm so happy that he's gonna have a baby like he always wanted (blonde, blue eyed cutie). Though I do love the way you switch it up.

Yeah so I'm REALLY HAPPY to have found your story!

Author's Response:

Oh, there will be an outburst. Maybe more than one. It's unavoidable, isn't it? With trying to become friends but never really discussing the silence that occurred between them for so long and all of the factors that led to them breaking up...It needs to be out in the open. And that will be hard to write but also satisfying. And you are right, I think they are partially avoiding this conversation because they know emotions will rise. And they are in love with other people. They don't want to fuck everything up. 

You are spot on when you say there is a secret longing and understanding. Although Brian has no regrets about Eric, he is in love with him and they have a beautiful daughter and life, he regrets how things happened with Justin. And Justin, who is in love with Nathan despite the breakup, regrets that as well. They were engaged at one point. They were each other's first loves. There will always be feelings there. It doesn't necessarily mean they are each other's most important loves but it doesn't mean that they aren't either, if that makes sense. I don't believe in ranking those who have left such a deep mark on your heart. And, in this case. Eric and Nathan have left pretty huge marks on Brian and Justin. And Brian and Justin left them on each other. Love is very interesting in that regard. 

I am happy you like the portrayals of the canon and original characters. I am trying to round out the original characters as much as possible in order for the readers to empathize. I have come to love them almost as dearly as the gang we know and love. But I am biased. ;) 

Brian was hard to write at first but I think I finally got the knack at around chapter 11. He still has his personality but his priorities have changed as well as a few of his interests.

Eric is a really wonderful person. I think he is very kind and generous but also very honest and a little sassy. That might make him seem a bit emotional. 

I love writing Justin in this. As much as I love writing Brian and his family, I love that I can write this successful but conflicted and sometimes lost man who is SO brave and trying to make a life for himself that he will love. He is such a strong character and, I agree, sometimes he is used as a plot device a little too often. This isn't necessarily bad, but there are so many great storylines that can be written for Justin. 

I try to stay pretty even in the POV switches. They are usually the same character per chapter but there are a few where I will switch it up within the chapter. Most of them are told from Brian and Justin's point of view but there have been/will be chapters told from Nathan and Eric's points of views as well as other characters. Emmett and Gus play bigger parts in the sequel so you will hear more from them. The kids will play just as large of a major player role in the third story so you will regularly get their POVs as well as they grow up. It will take place over a long period of time so POV switches are needed ;) 

I am so glad you found my story too! If you hadn't, I wouldn't have received such a wonderful review! I apologize for it taking so long to answer. I have been working two jobs. But I hope to get the next chapter up soon. I look forward to reading what you think! <3

 

That was sweet and a much needed back story. Sorry! I'm all out of tomatoes!

Reposted:
So today I started out with my lazy sunday video streaming (forgetting for a bit about reading) then did some packing for an upcoming trip tomorrow followed by a quick visit to the market. Then picked up my current couch surfer a sweet girl from Germany who brought my a bunch of duty free booze...
We then attended a wonderful horse show and came home a bit tired but still had a lot to plan for tomorrow. At that time I told her that I had some important reading to do, and thank all that turns this world I did. It's near midnight but I certainly feel the day has been perfect. A nice buzz from a lovely post hypo-thermia (warm) beer in my system... oh yeah this chapter was such a win. Loved this day. Thank you.

ps.
I wrote that egocentric review on purpose... because the chapter is amazing Annie, No words should be added.... but let me do so regardless. I'm nearly more in love with Nathan than Brian. Way way way to go you wonderful writer.
!! Him help Justin home, and all... No I was right the first time. No words to add. Just love.

Author's Response:

I always love hearing about your day, Edda! It sounds like that day was a good one. I feel honored you ended it with reading a chapter of this story. 

And wow, I am even more honored you love Nathan so much. That truly means a lot that you think so much of him as a character and enjoy his storyline. :) Thank you so much for reading and reviewing! It means a lot.

I don't think you should feel like you are writing filler. I have read many books that switch POV every chapter and it leads to a good story. Good structure and a lllot of the times good cliffhangers.

I am sorry Justin and Nathan seem to have a less stable relationship here. Nathan seems a bit erratic but I think that's his pilot light burning a bit bright. Plus he's an artist. Besides he seems to genuinely adore Justin. That's important.

I think Justin is experiencing a "grass is greener" moment. We all get those esp. when faced with the past.

Author's Response:

YES. I am so glad you got this and expressed it in such a way that I couldn't top. Granted, out of all of the characters, I think Nathan's is the one who develops the most. I think this is because I grew to like him more and more. His backstory wasn't complete when I wrote this chapter but, after working out the rough points, I really am proud of his characterization. And yes, he really adores Justin. And Justin feels the same. The relationship is just different from the B/J relationship. Justin is more of the protector and mentor here and that might not be something he is fully used to. Thank you for understanding my character before I did (at least when I was writing this point of the story.) And thank you for reading and reviewing. I hope you continue it and I would love to hear you thoughts. :) 

Justin wants his own little bubba, yesssssssss. I love that idea so much. He'd make such a wonderful daddy. 

I laughed so hard at the Benedict Cumberbatch and Andrew Garfield comment. And seriously, Justin's doctor is AMAZING. I want to meet this guy lol.

As always, I LOVED this. I am still not team Jathen, but I admit I like him more and more as time goes on :)

Author's Response:

He really does. He is taking the steps to make sure that happens. :) 

Max is just blessed with beautiful and slightly awkward looks. But he has to put on a suit for people to be able to tell! 

Justin's doctor is very blunt and to the point. He has no time for meeting with people if he just has to tell them they have decent sperm. It wastes too much time on busy days.

I am glad you are liking Nathan more. :) He really is a good guy who loves Justin immensely. Thank you for reading and reviewing, Sally! It means a lot!

Reposting my review :)

Here are two sentences I love in this chapter

“I’ll recommend a good psychiatrist when I have the time,” Dr. Abdullah jokes. At least Justin thinks he’s joking."

I love Justin's doctor! I want to meet this guy ;)

If Benedict Cumberbatch had a baby with Andrew Garfield, you would be the child in question,” Justin decides as he studies him. He can’t believe he didn’t see it before.

I love these two actors, so Max must be gorgeous :)

Anyway, as I already said, Justin and Nathan makes so much sense in this chapter. Their whole scene and the return to Justin's apartment feels real. I love this couple so much, they are my favorite and Nathan has really grown on me. You do such an excellent job with your OC.

Looking forward to the next chapter!

 

Author's Response:

You can meet him! I will bring him with me if we ever meet! 

I love those two actors too. Max may come off as nerdy at first but the guy cleans up well. ;) 

I'm glad you love Justin and Nathan so much. They have grown on me a lot and it is actually upsetting to write them as broken up. Thank you so much for being open to my OCs and taking the time to read this, Alois. It truly means a lot. :) 

I know I'm awful, but I'm still waiting for someting terrible ot happen and burst his happy bubble. The possibilities are endless.

Maybe now with Lily gone to here Papa...Brian will reconnect better with Justin? :)

Author's Response:

Lolol, you never know! I bet they'll meet up at least once. :) Thank you for reading and reviewing! 

You are treating a sensitive topic  right here....the surrogancy and what that does mean.In my country we are struggling to legislate about.Here it's not legal yet. I want to give an hug to Cynthia...usually the couple don't know the egg donor, like in person...it's better the way Brian and Eric did too beacuse even if Cynthia don't raise them they know ( lily and the baby) where they come from who they come from...usually even the adopted child have this curiosity to know where they come from.So like this it 's easier. I don't think though that Cynthia will be like Brian with Gus....Brian in your story raised Gus more thn Cynthia did until now so she is more like an auntie than a mother unless they all plan to have her more involved in the life of lily and baby....

BTW where is gus?How did he find out about the baby?And justin?I think Gus deserve some sort of preview!And i'm sort of happy that the baby is  a girl:i always go for a girl ghgh but by gus' pov he will be the only male child of his father  so i think he is gonna be happier with that ( i'm trying to be in his shoes ghgh). Will you accept our suggestions for the name???

 

Author's Response:

Hi, Sweetc!

I'm glad you are still interested in the story! Although I think that all paths, whether it be anonymous donors, known donors, or adoption, can lead to success and to a happy family, I do think it will be nice for Lily and the baby to know who their mother is. Lily doesn't know as of yet but she will find out in the second story. 

Gus is in Toronto, probably making heart eyes over his girlfriend. ;) Gus will also be in mentioned in a couple of chapters, if not featured. The chapter before this one was from Justin's pov and the next one will be from his pov too. But, idk if you read it, but Brian and Eric did tell Gus when they went up to Toronto for Mel's birthday. 

Lol, on Gus being happy about being the only male. You might be right! I feel like he didn't care if it was a boy or a girl too much, since he is a few weeks shy of turning 15. I'll accept suggestions. Can't promise I will use them since I have them planned but if I am suggested one that is really good then I might consider it. Thank you for reading and reviewing, sweetc! And for listening to my bitching. ;)

Awwww..... All good :)
Saved my day which started out awfully. I forgot my nicotine chewing gum at home when I went to work. My brain was on low power all day... and spending all it's diminished capacity on chanting: Do not be a bitch... Do NOT tell that idiot she's an idiot....

Author's Response:

Aw, glad it helped you Edda! I look forward to hearing what you think about the remaining chapters of the story (and the sequels if I don't burn out.) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

So much going on in this chapter.  It was good to have Eric home even if only for the weekend.  And what a lot you crammed into that weekend, though I'm sure that Brian would have preferred to spend it all in bed.  I somehow get the feeling that Cynthia wishes they'd asked her to surrogate for the new little one.  Emmett is so passionate about his causes.  Brian's lucky to have him for a friend.  So Lily is getting her wish for a little sister, unless there is another baby hiding somewhere's that they didn't see.  Nathan's professional life is looking up, but he could use some help with his personal life so he gets back with Justin.  Justin needs someone.  Can't wait to see what you have planned for New Orleans.  So much to do there.  Is Brian into ghost tours? They may need handcuffs to keep Lily from wandering off. 

Author's Response:

Hello! I'm sure Brian would have loved to taken Eric to the bedroom and just stayed in there. But Eric had to see his baby girl and spend time with her too. ;) As for Cynthia, you may be right. However, she is the egg donor for both Lily and the new baby. I don't know if she sees herself becoming pregnant and this way, it will be easier for her to take a step back. However, she loves Lily immensely and I do think she regrets saying she wanted to become an Aunt figure rather than a mother figure. But her role may change once Lily finds out.

Lolol, only one baby this time! Although it was tempting to shock them. ;) I figured I couldn't do that since I did the hidden triplet thing in Nose to Bill. But Lily got her wish (and can tell the future) so that's what matters, haha. Nathan is doing well professionally and is critically acclaimed, no less! And aw, it would be nice for him if his wishes and his mindset could align with Justin's. I don't know if that will happen but I can promise that they will always be close. 

Brian might be interested in ghost tours. I could see him interested in the historical aspect and the nightlife. :) And you're right, they are going to keep Lily in their sight more than ever!

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

LOVED this chapter Anne! it's so good that Justin finds Lily!! And aww, she is sooo a little girl, crying endlessly because she doesn't want to go to bed but is really completely exhausted. I really enjoyed the soupe scene, too. I had nausea just imagining eating it ;) I also really enjoyed Brian and Justin's interactions. It seems Brian is still struggling with some aspect of their past but I know their love for each other, even if not the 'in love' kind now, is real and so, Brian is still hurting over the fact that Justin just ending it all, somehow. Anyway, great job again. I love how you write about day to day scenes! Looking forward to more :)

Author's Response:

Aw, thank you for your kind words! I'm so glad you liked it. Justin did find Lily, something that Brian is immensely grateful for. And yes, she really is a stubborn little girl. Wait until she grows up and would kill for a nap LOL. Oh, that soup definitely had a unique flavor, that's for sure. I'm surprised Justin could get down what he did. So happy you enjoyed the B/J interactions. And you hit the nail on the head when it comes to Brian struggling. Even though Brian is the one who ultimately ended it, he did it without really thinking it through due to feeling betrayed over Justin changing his mind in terms of his priorities. I think while Brian knows better now and understands where Justin was in that point of his life, it still hurts to think about.

Thank you for leaving such a lovely review! I will try to get more up soon. Until then, you can always check out the Emmett/Drew story that is set within the Intersect Universe. ;) Later!

Pew... thank all goddesses for Justin.
Love this chapter, this sentence is brilliant: “Cleaning my kitchen, letting me take a nap, finding my kid...what do you want?”

Oh.... Brian so stubborn not wanting to show your work... but well it's yours so you get to decide.

Now Annie, you know me a bit by now so you'll understand that this is not meddling with you story (I hope) But does Brian need this: http://goo.gl/QCGBfi

Author's Response:

Justin is definitely a superhero in Lily and Brian's eyes now! ;)

Lol, glad you liked that line. With Justin doing so much for him, a man has to be at least a little bit suspicious.

Brian's shy when it comes to his hobby. But maybe one day he'll come around. :)

LOL. I think Brian bought one for her that night. It's definitely a necessary purchase. Thank you for reading and reviewing, Edda! It means a lot!

Great update.  Loved that Justin found Lily and that she was so trustng of him-  the soup was priceless.  Justin and Brian's conversation-  wow-  there is so much tension of sorts there-  they are getting to be friends but I see Brian still being a little hesitant-  loving this story - thanks for updating so quickly

Author's Response:

Yes, Lily has grown quite fond of Justin. He's been around since he's befriended both Brian and Eric and she really likes him as well as Nathan. :) The soup...blech. But she had fun so that's what matters lolol. There is a lot of tension when it comes to the past. Brian isn't quite ready to face it. I'm glad you are loving the story and it was the least I could do after leaving the chapter before this one on such a cliffhanger! ;)

I enjoyed Lily's interaction with Justin in this chapter more than any other Lily moment, which I guess just reconfirms how much I want this for Justin and how right Nathan was about that :( Truth be told I loved the three of them together and couldn't help but feel a fairly strong pang for what might have been, but strangely not what I wished for them now ..  that wish is now firmly reserved for Nathan.

That said I was more than ready for some serious B/J interaction. Their relationship will always be my primary interest so I was very happy to see some development on that front.

Author's Response:

Nathan really was right, wasn't he? Justin does love the little ones. I really like your statement about it causing you a pang for what could have been but not what you want for him now. And I really love your loyalty towards Nathan. He's a character who I have grown attached to and when I look back on what I have written in terms of his storyline, I can pinpoint when he becomes the Nathan we all know because that's when I finally developed who he is as a person and is background story. He's going to make another appearance in a couple of chapters and still have a decent sized role in the sequel. 

I'm glad you liked the B/J interaction! I'm sure many have their relationship at the forefront of their minds, myself included. :) Thank you so much for reading and reviewing! It means a lot.

*stamps foot* you better stick to your word with this one shot deleted scene business... I want to see Brian trying to keep up with two four-year-olds who are desperately in love - MAKE IT HAPPEN :)

Seriously, though, these last two chapters have been my favourite. You know I love me some Lily, but this was the perfect combination of Brian and Justin and Brian and Lily. I have been waiting for a BJ chapter and we sure got that.

This had me worried (wtf was Lily), laughing (sous chef), smiling HUGE (Brian and Justin -  and Justin finding the pamphlet in the drawer) sad (the whole conversation regarding the check) and then anxious when things seemed awkward after their conversation.

So much love for this :)

Author's Response:

lolol, I will try! You see how long this chapter was running though? Could you imagine how long it would be if I included the four extra scenes I planned on doing? But yes, Brian trying to keep up with two four year olds who are desperately in love, all while buying them fries and slush puppies from the concession stand would be quite amusing :) 

I'm so glad you loved these last two chapters, Sally! It means a lot and I always appreciate your input. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

lily is cute and all but too much lily in the last two chapters, when will Brian and Justin have meaningful convoy instead of sharing tidbits in brian's life that Justin currently doesn't have? I like more Brian and Justin get together again, hopefully u can make it to be happening in next chapters. gracias.

Author's Response:

I would consider their conversation here a very meaningful one, even if it wasn't what you wanted to hear. If it didn't suit you, then I guess stick around for another one?

Oh my goodness, when my twins were 5 years old I lost one on a beach pack with thousands of people. It was a nightmare and I don't wish that on anyone. Poor Brian. This story is fantastic I love it.

Author's Response:

Oh no! That sounds like a nightmare! At least in a store, it's an enclosed space and there are security cameras. Glad you found him/her! Yes, Brian is quite frantic here. I'm glad you are enjoying the story! Next chapter is now up! :)

4 year old are exhausting-  nice little respite with LIly-  hope Brian finds her quickly

Author's Response:

They really are. They're cute as can be but they require a lot of energy. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Brian and Lily are so adorable together! I have to laugh, because, she appears adorable AND exhausting at the same time lol But OMG, you can't left it here! Looking forward to the next part :)

Author's Response:

Aw, thank you Alois! I'm glad you like this little team. :) She really is both adorable and exhausting. But never fear!  New chapter is now up. :) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Heelllp....!!! I'm hanging on the cliff....

Author's Response:

*tries to hold onto your hand until next chapter*

I love this x 102929828282782! Like seriously, could I adore this more? I don't think I can. Brian as a daddy is just too adorable, but the way you have kept him so in character is just perfection. And you know how I feel about Miss. Lily! She is just too damn precious.

Things I loved

 

• Brian snoring
• Lily warming her feet up on Brian
• Meanie poopy head
• Lily asking Brian out to lunch
• That Brian knows how to look after curly hair. It's not easy.
• Forgetting her underwear
• Pretending to talk like grown ups. And that Brian's real day wasn't an acceptable answer lol.
• The Sous Cheif game
• And she does know what it means, IT'S THE NAME OF HER GAME.

I can't wait for the next part. I know this was a very Brian/Lily centric chapter, but it was just so good and I loved every bit of it :)

 

Author's Response:

Lolol, you are such a Lily fan so I knew you'd like these chapters. Brian is a good daddy and I think Lily has helped his patience grow. I'm glad you feel like they are in character and like most of the new characters as well. Especially Lily. She really is precious.

Of course Brian snores. They just didn't show us on the show. But if you have a deviated septum, then there's a good chance you will. He can't help it. ;)

Lily can be a little trying sometimes but I am sure Brian thought the feet warming was cute. However, I'm sure he was quite hurt by a stinging insult like meanie poopy head. :'(

I'm pretty sure Eric made him learn as soon as Lily's hair grew a little and showed them how curly it was really going to be. ;)

Lily just gets really excited sometimes and forgets some minor things once in a while. She has better things to think about, you know?

Of course it wasn't acceptable. Games are to escape reality and create a new one and Brian didn't abide by that.

Sous Chef is a game that she loves so SO much but Eric really should have never showed her. But at least it taught her a new word.

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

What a lovely chapter about father and daughter, but aagrrr I need an update NOW. You think this was the best spot to stop!? Wrong very wrong. Poor Brian, but also poor Lily. So sit behind your computer and continue typing. * sighs * I'm a little impatience ... hmmy very impatience. Please no more cliffhangers.

 

* hugs *

Author's Response:

I did a terrible thing, didn't I? But never fear! New chapter is now up :) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Oh no Lillie has gone missing Brian is going to be frantic

Author's Response:

Eeek! He definitely is. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

This story affects me much. It hurts to see Brian and Justin with others. My only comfort is that no matter who came in later, it was with Justin that Brian learned how to love. Still the story is painful even for a fiction that I felt like ending my life.

Author's Response:

Well, I certainly hope that you don't. Remember that this is fictional and, not only that, but only one of many interpretations of what could happen present day. 

So much happening, here! Considering what is happening in my life right now, this feels completely real! I love Lily here and also Gus' reaction. The fact that he isn't jumping with joy over the news is completely spot on for me. I laughed at Michael's irritation! It's great that they're also having a baby :) and Justin... I love your Justin so much and I particularly enjoyed the scene outside between him and Brian. All the chapter flows naturally. I love it! Eager to read the next one, as always :)

Author's Response:

I'm glad you feel that it rings true to life, Alois! While Gus is ultimately happy for Brian and Eric, it is something harder for him to accept. And of course Lily is bouncing off the walls, but I'm sure she will face some eventual jealousy as well. I would be irritated if I were Michael too! He has this huge announcement to make, something regarding a want he and Ben have had for years, and when he's working his way up to announcing it, the same announcement is made by another couple? Bullshit! lolol. 

I enjoy writing Justin. I feel like I identify with him the most. He's sort of in limbo right now and trying to consider his paths, none of them the absolutely perfect choice. It can be tough. 

You can thank Sally for the inspiration for that scene. She wanted a soccer scene so I gave her one. :)

I'm (finally) working on the next chapter now. There is a lot of Brian, Justin, and Lily in it. Thank you for reading and reviewing! It means a lot!

So hard for Justin to see both Brian and Michael pregnant.  I know their friendship is good, but I think both men may have thoughts that things would have worked out differently for them.

Author's Response:

Well, they aren't pregnant themselves but do have a surrogate. :) They did think that at one point but I think that, when Brian fell in love with Eric and Justin was living his life with his own lovers up in New York, they accepted to take life as it came. Thank you for reading and reviewing.

Love reading this.  Thanks!

Author's Response:

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for reading and reviewing!

There were so many moments in this chapter that made me fall in love with these guys all over again. I don't even know where to start.

Brian letting Hus and his gf sneak upstairs was hilarious, he really doesn't care LOL.

Gus calling Brian old, that may have been one of your best lines yet. 

Brian having done a Tampax comercial, I would have LOVED to have watched him come up with ideas for that.

The announcements were so cute. I adore Eric printing off copies of the scan, shame on Ben for not doing the same ;) Poor Deb is going to have a heart attack with all the cutness coming in to her life :)

Lily trying to keep the secret made me laugh, of course that must have felt like a trillion years to her, poor kid.

Gus's reaction to the baby news made me want to wrap him up and cuddle him. I could totally imagine him feeling the way he does. No matter how much they assure him, that must still be hard. Seeing your dad with this other life that you're not part of, aw!

The way Brian greets Justin at the door, taking his wrist and then hugging him = oh my, that set off so many feels for me. I just really like how they have become friends, like actual friends, not friends because they fuck, you know?

The soccer scene was so hot, and I liked that Justin was watching and then joined in. I bet Eric is gutted he missed out on the free show :)

The sexytimes in this was so hot, Eric tracing Brian's pecs??? MEOW! What a lucky boy.

This keeps on getting better and better :)

Author's Response:

You know I love your long rambling reviews, Sally! 

Brian can only care so much about what Gus is up to. He wants to make sure Gus is safe and, in his opinion, he feels like he doesn't have to worry about much past that.

Brian is old. Even Gus can see that. ;)

I'm sure he threw the girls twirling in flirty white dresses out the window. Even he knows that is bullshit.

Ben really dropped the ball there. ;) And yes, SO MUCH CUTE is coming into Debbie's life.

Lily managed, but just barely. She was SO excited and it was such a long time not to say anything.

Gus finds it hard sometimes. While he is at with his dad on and off, he sometimes feel separated from him in terms of being part of his family. He knows that his dad and Eric feel like he's just as much a part of the family as Lily is but sometimes it's hard for him to see that.

Yayyy, you liked the hug :)

And I had to add the soccer scene. You do know that was all for you, right?

Right? Eric is one lucky man. 

So glad you are still enjoying this, Sally! Hope you like the rest of the story!

I loved this chapter.  It was wonderful reading about everyone getting together nod enjoying each other's company. I'm glad Justin is doing better and that Brian and he are building a friendship.

Author's Response:

I'm so glad you enjoyed this chapter! I enjoy getting the whole gang together since the majority of the story focuses on only a few of the canon characters: Brian, Justin, Emmett, Drew, and some Gus (who will have a larger part in the second story, as well as Cynthia.) 

Justin is doing a bit better. He's starting to realize his options and he's very grateful for the friendship he shares with Brian. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

It's ridiculous how proud I am of Justin for wanting to raise a kid on his own, rather than waiting for the right man to see if this is an option for him. I totally just snapped my fingers all, "you don't need no man, Justin..."

Seriously though, I love all the new twists and plots that keep forming in this story. it just keeps on getting better and better. But I tell you that enough for you to know that anyway :)

I cannot wait for the next part :) BRING IT ON!

Author's Response:

He doesn't need any man! He's a strong, independent human being so hear him roar. ;)

I'm glad you love the plot of this story! I know some find it too slow moving but I try to keep it interesting. And yes, you do tell me that frequently haha.

Next part is now up! 

OMG is that 'until death do us part' foreshadowing??

Also I have to know...what will their first dance be...to dance to? 

And will the band be playing 'Save The Last Dance For Me' at all? Holy shit!

Author's Response:

You never know! And the first dance was to "I'll be Seeing You." 

No "Save the Last Dance for Me." I think both Nathan and Eric know about that song by now. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Sweet Jesus! Cute text/flirting...yeah no shit! They are playing with fire but I love it!

 

 

Author's Response:

They don't want to mess up the relationships they have now but seeing each other after all these years has caused them to become intrigued by the other. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Well Nathan isn't that bad with kids...there's yet hope for him

Author's Response:

Not too bad at all. But, just because someone is good with kids and likes them, doesn't mean they think they themselves are meant to be parents. I think he would be a good one if it ever came to pass though. :)

This is SO sad...yet...I'm still happy he and Justin didn't work out. I'm evil I know.

Author's Response:

Evvvvviiiiiiiillllllllll ;) Thanks for reading!

Hi Anne! I'm glad that Justin is going to find a reason to move on. Great idea to explore this venue of him becoming a father on hiw own, and great timing :) Looking forward to your next chapter :)

Author's Response:

I'm glad you are a fan of the idea, Alois! While Justin is still sad, he is trying to cope better and move forward with his life. Next chapter is now up! :)

I find I like the idea of Justin having a baby when he wants one rather than waiting for the right man to come along to have one with .. a lot. The time is right for him and who knows what the future has in store. Also this is a way for Nathan to still be a part of it all .. Is it strange that that realisation absolutely sealed the deal for me.

Author's Response:

I'm so glad you enjoy this idea, Carol! And you know how much I love that you love Nathan. I think that if Justin does have a child on his own, that child will be quite special to Nathan and vice versa. Thank you for reading and reviewing. It truly means a lot. :)

I love that Justin met another artist similiar to himself.  Surrogacy is a great avenue to explore.

Author's Response:

I'm glad you loved the way Justin was brought around to the idea of single parenthood! He has some research and planning to do before he makes any big decisions but this might be the track for him. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Wow I love how this story keeps meandering along with new twists and turns. Justin meets a new man and from that he gets a a possible plan towards happiness. I look forward to the next chapter xx

Author's Response:

I'm glad you are a fan of this newest twist! :) While Justin would like to find the perfect man to start a family with, he doesn't want to risk the chance of waiting for years and years to start one. And he knows he'll love his child. That child will bring him joy and he does have a supporting family and friends to help him out. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

So Justin might try having a child without benefit of the partner.  Or will he look Ewan up if he should drop into London.  So many ways this can go.  Sophia might be part Gypsy with the way she reads paintings.

Author's Response:

It looks like it is going that way, doesn't it? I think Justin is a good and confident man when it comes down to it so I fully believe in him. As for Ewan, while I don't have current plans for them to have a long lasting relationship, they may become friends and flirt a bit! You're right. There are many ways this can go. Sophia might just be part Gypsy haha. 

Thank you for reading and reviewing!

I absolutely adored this chapter. What a fantastic honeymoon spot, who wouldn't just love it?

Author's Response:

Ah, yes. I was very envious as I looked up the perfect location. Brian is a lucky guy to have a man take him to that paradise ;)

There are strange sick weirdoes out there, this is definitely a troll with a fragile handle on reality who is harassing you. I am loving this story, I had promised myself I would not start reading it until it was completed, because I am very impatient, but I succumbed and am totally hooked on it. Keep up the fabulous work and don't let the haters put you off - you have a large loyal band of followers out here:-)

Author's Response:

Yes, although I do have some reviews that aren't open-minded, this particular stalker hasn't bothered me for at least a few months so that's good. I'm so glad you are loving the story! It's only about 8 chapters until this first story in the trilogy is complete :) There is also a one-shot series taking place within the series of Intersect if you want to check those out. :) Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Oh, my heart totally broke for Justin at the end. I am so SO happy for Brian and Eric, and I know Brian didn't tell him to rub it in, but that poor boy needs a cuddle.

Justin playing Power Rangers may have been the cutest thing ever, I bet he totally got in to it too. And Duncan missing Lily - aw :)

I loved how Craig suggested they do something Justin wanted to do, he's trying so hard aw! And I don't know why, but Molly glaring at him when he ditched them made me laugh, because that is something that would so happen between my sister and I in those circumstances :)

Loved this as always!!!!!!!!

Author's Response:

Justin is having a rough time here, that's for sure. He really does need a cuddle but I'm sure Duncan making him play Power Rangers helped him some. ;)

Craig is really trying here. He is really worried about Justin and is #TeamNathan. But more importantly, he is making sure that he stays #TeamJustin. After all the years of silence between them (due to Craig's actions) he just really wants Justin to be happy and well, just like Justin wants for him. 

Molly was pissed. That was not her idea of a good time. ;)

Glad you are still loving this, Sally! Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Hi Anne! I was very happy to see a new update of this! My heart goes out to Justin in this chapter. I love the way you described his feelings through his paintings. Glad that he can talk to Brian, even if the news of a new baby must be upsetting. Good thing he is a strong man, because I perfectly understand why he feels like his life is for shit right now. I hope he will find hapiness along the way. Thank you for this chapter :)

Author's Response:

Hi Alois! Thank you for reading my update (and I just saw a few minutes ago that you updated recently as well!) Justin is going through a hard time, for sure. I'm also glad you liked his moment in his studio and I am pleased to hear that his feelings and interpretations came across okay in terms to what he was painting. While Justin feels bad about his reaction, it was upsetting for him to hear even though he is happy for Brian and Eric as well. He just feels like everyone's life is going how he would like his own to go. While his career is flourishing, he feels like his personal life is for shit right now. He will eventually find happiness, even if he has to go through some sadness first. Thank you for reading and reviewing, Alois! It means a lot!

It is so sad the Justin doesn't have a family, while Brian and Emmett do.  If Nathan would just come to his senses, things might turn out all right.

Author's Response:

Aw, it is sad. Of course he is happy for Emmett and Brian and loves Lily and Duncan. He just wants that kind of happiness as well. 

Lolol, it might be alright if Nathan changed his mind on kids but at the same time I don't think he should feel forced into having children, considering all he went through. I truly believe Nathan would make a good father and would love a child he shared with Justin but at the same time he is quite young and may be right when he says he's not built to have kids. We shall see how things come to pass.

Thank you for reading and reviewing! You always leave such kind reviews and I really appreciate it. :)

Poor Justin.  He is really in a funk.  I hope things get better for him soon.

Author's Response:

He really is. Things will eventually start to get better in terms of his desire to have a family. Thank you for reading and reviewing!

Awwww find someone for Justin or bring Nathan back to Justin and have lots of babies..... I really like Brian and Justin friendship and this chapter

Author's Response:

Justin will eventually take action in terms of his future, possibly sooner than you think! I'm glad you enjoy the Brian/Justin friendship. :) 

I went to see the new Bond movie last night so I decided to wait and read this today because I didn't want to mix my Daniel Craig high with this high. So glad I did. And I don't mind that I could hardly read it because of tears in my eyes.... had to read many of the paragraphs more than once because they were blurred....
I tried to analyze during my read, "Hey what's with the tears?" ...and my only answer is that I've fallen in true love with all the characters. Even Craig. Wow... I have to meet you I just have to. Please don't think you have a stalker hehe... I'm actually not as nuts as this reads. I just really think you've given me such a great gift by writing this!
OK I'm done.

Author's Response:

Aw, Edda, that's so sweet! I'm glad you are enjoying this story so much and all of the characters, both canon and brand new. And I look forward to meeting you one day! The next chapter is up now and hopefully the new one will be up soon :)

Hugs!

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. :)

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!

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!

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! :) 

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. :)

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!

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. 

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!

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!

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!

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!

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. 

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!