Okay, that can't be good. Wonder what his plan is, and if it even has a chance of working. Jolette seems pretty hung up on Cedric at this point.

I loved, loved this story. I've been so indifferent to this character, and you just made her so damn facinating. I loved the confrontation with Will, it felt so real and so justified.

   Do you have any more Jade fics?  Cause if so, please, please post them. And if not...would you consider writing one? 

Thanks so much for this, it was such a great read!

Poor Jake, boy can barely keep it in his pants, he's so sprung. And Celia has no idea, but I'm sure that won't last for long.

I'm really digging this story ShanniC. Loved this chapter.

First of all, thank you thank you for doing this challenge, it's so great that you took the time to write this, so thanks!

I loved this so much, Celia and Jake were adorable, especially Jake. He really didn't want to loose her, and the fact that he knows this at such a young age made it even sweeter.

Loved how he quoted the soap line at the end. LOL at that one.

This was really great, and so well done. Bravo!

I like that he's so determined to find out the truth, which he should. And Julianna seems a bit headstrong, just like her father I imagine.

Awww, they reconnected, I'm so glad. And now I'm wondering why she never told him about his child, that's a pretty big secret to keep for all those years.

That was kind of intense. And sad, though I did enjoy A.J. and Keesha seeing each other again. And I felt bad for A.J. having to revisit his past in that way, though he's been recovered for so long. And to have his own daughter throw it in his face, that has to be rough.

Oh, this was so great. Just...there are no words to adequately describe how much I love this fic. The Ryan character is one of my favorites and I love that you paired them in this, and in such an awesome way.

Everything about this felt so real, and I loved the growing tension between them. I was right there with her, that growing panic, tinged with a slight attraction. And that kiss....damn.

I love this story and you're writing is awesome. Take a bow lady!

Oh, I love this. I knew I would, but its even better than I expected. Jake's already a great character, and I can't wait to learn more about Josephine. So glad you posted it GreatO, can't for the next chapter!

Author's Response: Thank you TBG!  I have a soft spot for Jake  and I'm glad you like him too!

Very excited that you updated!

The gun reveal was awesome, as is Jake.

"To have a bourbon and rinse the taste of you out of my mouth. It's too distracting."

LMAO, can I have him?

The Josphine backstory was awesome and beautifully written. She's such a complex character, I can't wait to see more of her interactions with Jake, love them together.

Great update, so worth the wait. Looking forward to the next one!

Speaking of which, have you still be going to the fitness club?  It looks like your hips have been spreading a bit." 

"Yes I’m still going.  And I thought you said I looked good?" 

"You do.  I was just making an observation, that's all." 

Asshole.

Dear Gregory Mason, 

Do I finally have your attention?  I regret every moment I ever spent kissing the ass of a selfish, pathetic, insensitive, ungrateful, lousy lay douche bag like you.  Enjoy your leaky eyed new fiancée because you will never get the pleasure of seeing my beautiful ass again!                                                      

Sincerely, Audre" 

LMAO, that was funny as hell.

 "And some asshole that puts a tampon in a teacup and calls it art?"  Audre let out a sigh.

Ha! Amen.

Awesome chapter, GreatO, Audre's a trip, Gary's a dick, I love it.

Loved the flashback sequence, espeically that last line. That's gotta sting, just a bit.

So glad you posted, I'm already loving this story.

Awesome, you go Audre. Love that she's focusing on herself, rather than the ex, nice change of pace.

This was a great start GreatO, excellent work!