Thanks for commenting. I really do appreciate the feedback. But that said, I'm going to suggest from now on that you don't read this story if it bothers you for two reasons:

The first is that this story provided a vehicle for SOWK and JT2U to even be written in the first place. The writers of QAF had inconsistent timelines all the way through the series, and there were a lot of storylines left feeling incomplete. So unlike some authors, I choose to move the timelines in each of my work that's semi-canon based so that it makes sense to not only me, but the readers. If that's not your cup of tea, then okay. But don't knock them for doing what they feel is correct to do for THEIR story.

The way your mind works is not how theirs spins a story. Please remember and respect that.

Secondly, a less confident author would have found your comments thus far less encouraging, especially in terms of THEIR vision for their work. Nothing in this literary world- fanfic or not- says that you have to keep reading a story that you don't like, agree with, can lose yourself in and ultimately enjoy. Fortunately, it isn't like school where there are homework assignments on boring subjects that you have no interests in, but must be pushed through to move onto a higher grade. I write the way I want to, and if the readers enjoy it, that's all to the good. But to be constantly criticized and 'advised' based on your own preference is not only inappropriate, it's downright hurtful in a lot of ways- or at least it would be to anyone but myself.

Throughout my career as a whole, I've had to develop what is called VERY thick skin. I've learned to take the con-crit nuggets from any work I do, and apply or disregard it accordingly. That isn't the case for most of the people who write on these sites. So whereas this particular comment doesn't bother me personally, the one you left on SLA really did. I didn't respond on that work simply because I needed to formulate a response that wouldn't seem as if I didn't appreciate the rest of the comment, even if that last parting shot rankled.

So here it is in reference to ALL my work, and that of others anywhere. You cannot tell a person when to start a story (be it old or new), what to write, or when to write or not to. As a reader, I enjoy all the new work simply because the fandom won't stagnate and die out. However, anyone who knows me- both as an Administrator and as an Author- also knows that I FIRMLY believe in an author's right to write their story as they see it. It's very easy for the public to criticize what they don't really understand, yet benefit from.

There are many hours, days, weeks, years, tears, tantrums, and other emotions that go into producing this free service for entertainment purposes. It is not to be devalued based on a reader's ideal situation. So saying, if the story itself is bothering you, a simple 'thanks for writing' will suffice, and you don't have to complete the story. But please allow an author room to grow, and move within the storyline as THEY see fit. As for this story itself, the recently posted chapter explains just where the money came from, and as stated, it was still Justin's money. 

I hope that you continue to enjoy my work, all the way across the board. But if not, I will treasure the con-crit you gave me throughout your comments and grow from there.

Best Wishes,

~Nichelle

Hey Kathy!

I'm not really sure if it's going to be a super long epic which I seem to be known for but I can definitely tell you that it isn't almost done. There is one major plot based off of the bunny Tag gave me but a few subplots that have to be addressed. I hope that once you read it, that it will be as satisfying to you as it is for me to write it!

Happy Reading and HUGS,

~Nichelle

Thank you so much Tag both for the bunny and the confidence! This one is definitely a special and unique idea and I'm glad to be a part of it!!

Much LOVE and many HUGS,

~Chelle

Thank you so VERY MUCH!! You couldn't have ever given me a better compliment. I want to publicly thank you for always giving my a boost with your reviews, Phyllis. I think I can safely speak for every author you have ever been in contact with when I say how precious they are. Writing can be a very solitary existence but it is wonderful to know that there are people, like yourself, who stand behind the work I produce. 

That said.... This has particular story line has always been a pain in the brain for me too. I've tried to look at it as a necessary evil, I really have, but it still hasn't stopped me from wanting to slap that muzzle on Mikey and tongue-lash Lindsay for not at least saying 'Brian, you're fucking up.' I would have expected that from her; whereas I will always hold Michael responsible for telling half-truths which are even more damaging than outright lies. I'm always amazed that he still called himself a 'Best Friend' after he did that since, to me, his actions were never in the best interest of Brian at all. 

Thanks again for taking this ride with me!!

Happy Reading and HUGS,

~Nichelle

Hey Claire!!! Thank you so much for reading this. And NOPE I haven't forgotten any of the other "Insanity" I'm working on but you know that I won't put out anything I'm not 100% happy with. That said, I appreciate your patience! Your support means the world to me and I never want anyone to think that I take it for granted.

"ADLS" is going to be extremely FUN to write! I wholeheartedly agree with you that this was one of the saddest episodes in their story and although I'll be addressing it in SOWK as well, this is a bit of a different take on that time. I always said that Michael needed a muzzle and Brian AGREED! All things leading up to Ethan really bothered me including the part Mel and Lindsay played. Mel I could understand a bit more but Lindsay, who was supposed to be the better of Brian's 'best friends,' not so much. But the good news is that Brian and Justin will have a surprising ally by the end of all this and will help run some much needed interference!

Happy Reading and HUGS,

~Nichelle