Okay, you can't even imagine the slow slightly maniacal grin that spread across my face as I saw the dedication. First because I was oh so flattered and secondly, because I knew what it meant. Happy Happy Joy Joy!!!!!! Thank you so much for this!!! On to business, these past two chapters have really set the ball in motion (no pun intended, lol). I love how you are developing all of the characters, but I must say it was extremely fun to see Andrej pull those puppet strings on Tom. He really knows how to control his man. I love how Andrej will be damned if Tom messes up Bill's happiness even if it's for a self-serving purpose sort of but actually best in terms of the greater good of their relationship dynamics or what have you. Now that I'm completely in love with Bill and Zane you send out the "Bat-Signal" that in essence calls Bu back to The States, and I have such anxiety about it. I don't know where you're going to take this, but my stomach is in knots wondering how the first encounter between Bill and Bu is going to happen. This will be so good and so bad, I don't know if I can take it, but either way, let the games begin! :) (This was such a stressful week for me at work and this literally made my day when I read it so thanks again, such a wonderful way to start the weekend.) :)

Author's Response: Bat signal!! ohhhhhh maaah gaaahhhd that was funny! I'm so HAPPY you stuck with me on this. I know the story started out slow and a bit draggy, but see? It's getting there! I've been waiting for Bu from word one! Poor, long-suffering Andrej - I think he just had to make Tom realize what a selfish jerk he can be. I'm so glad you're liking Zane! You know I'm going to have trouble making the Big Decision.... The first encounter between Bill and Bu...well, that...I won't have any trouble with. Hope your weekend is nice and relaxing. If you're looking for something to read, have you tried https://www.fictionpress.com/s/3153571/1/Control ???? If not, I URGE YOU TO READ IT. She's such a fantastic writer, far more polished than I am. This story is a.may.zing!!

Ohh yes!!!!!!!!!!!
Iv been waitin 4 this 4 so long!!!!!
BBBBBUUUUU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm really exicted, can u tell?

Author's Response: I can tell!! I too am rather excited, Missy P!

O. M. G. !

Author's Response: I.K.N.O.W.!!!

Yes yes i was wondering when and how Bu WILL come back. Even if for me bill is a very selfish and toxic person that don t deserve happiness after what he did to Bu.

Author's Response: Aw, Callypyge, everyone deserves a little bit of happiness, even selfish and toxic Bill :(

oh shit

Author's Response: I know I know i know!!!!

I thought Tom would b more mad, or that it would b more dramatic.......... I want drama!!!!!

Author's Response: Tom is acting like Tom. I'm thinking he'll probably show his disapproval here and there.

I thought Tom would b more mad p, or that it would b more dramatic.......... I want drama!!!!!

Welcome back, honey! Hope you had an amazing time...you've certainly returned raring to go if this chapter is any indication. As usual you've really brought everything alive. You pad out your characters so well with little details like Andrej and Gianna going through his mother's jewellery, Tom doing a puzzle with her, Andi's love of gadgets, Andrej and his culinary skills, and all the little exchanges between the twins. It all fills out the story, makes it real and believable. Oh, I love that Raf is dating Georg, that Andi will always be there to cover Bill's back while acknowledging to Tom what Bill is doing is stupid even for Bill. I'm not quite sure how I feel about Andrej listening outside the door while Tom and Bill fuck. I actually find it kind of sad that he's gotten to the point where he can stand there analysing their sounds but being pretty much unmoved by it all enough that he can also be thinking about other things while he waits for them to finish. I know he considers that maybe Tom's right and there's a part of him gets turned on by eaves dropping, but still somehow it seems he's become resigned to it and kind of given up caring enough for it to upset him. Sorry, that's just how it feels to me. Oh, my, Zane and Bill have got it so bad for each other. Zane's willing to ask for reassignment because of Bill, which will likely raise awkward questions and obviously chance repercussions if they're found out, and Bill isn't stupid enough to ignore the threat Zane poses to himself and the family. So clever of you to address the issue of Tom wanting footage of them together by Zane agreeing to it. Love that Zane's right on board with servicing Bill's little kinks...and there's that attention to detail again with the mention of him having maybe - not that he'd admit it - read some gay erotica. And they've exchanged 'I love you's'...so damn sweet. But hovering over all the lovey dovey stuff is the very real threat that all will end badly and Tom's prediction is likely to come true. Oh, God, I adore this story. It gets to me so I can't help thinkng about all the possibilties. And on a side line...how are Andi and Gina doing? It's been a few years hasn't it? Shouldn't he be making an honest woman of her by now? See, all your characters are so bloody real I need to know what's going on in their lives. Okay, so I'll but out and let you get back to writing the next chapter. Take care, and love you, Helen x

Author's Response: I wonder if my job helps me keep a huge amount of scattered details in mind when I write. My brain processes a ton of information every day. When I write, I sort of mentally scan the scene, watch what people are doing, add details and behaviors that make it seem natural (or it'll seem like aliens trying to act human, if they aren't scratching butts, cleaning up spills, if there's no background activity when I've got 2 characters talking. I'd add a TON more, if it wouldn't be too distracting. And then I'd get mired down in details waaayyy more than I already do, like "Andrej noticed a yellowing spot in the green backyard grass, and made a mental note to get some fertilizer at the store." I'm actually leaving in the bare bones, come to think of it. And now that I've thought about it, is leaving out a bunch of tiny details going to drive me crazy?? Hmmm...you may have opened a can of worms, my friend). I sooo wish I could get to Georg's character! This story, I really wasn't able to fit the G's in. Next one, though... I'm really, really looking forward to the next story! But this one is looking like it's going to be um...not short. I'm not sure how I feel about Andrej listening in on the twins, either! And I don't think HE does. He just sort of impulsively decided to do it, and then it ended up being a bit awkward and left him feeling rather neutral about the whole thing. (sometimes I love it when scenes that could end up turning into something big end up unfolding into something rather flat and awkward like that - god, that happens to me all the time! lol...). There's so much going on in this story that I am going to have trouble getting to it all. Because it focuses on La Romance (yay!), it's hard to fit in all the mafia and federal agency stuff that needs to be in there. What's going to happen with Zane with regards to his career? And wow, is he NOT a dedicated employee! But he's all smitten. He'd do just about anything for Bill right about now. Love starved, lonely people, I tell ya... And now you've got me wondering about Andy and Gina... You're right, it's been a long time now. I'll bet Andy has just avoided the whole marriage discussion with her. Maybe, hopefully, there will be a little bit of time for them in future chapters...just for you! Okay, starting chapter 12.... Love, M

Impossible to review right now, still trying to get over the PERFECTION that was this chapter. I can't take it; it was everything! A proper review to come later. Loving you Mizu :)

Author's Response: It's always a joy to find out you approve of a chapter! And a serious relief. This one took it out of me, I tell ya. Between being out of town, the arms, and finding the time to write, there were lots of distractions. So I'm thrilled that you let me know you approved!!

aaaaaaaaaaaah!!!! xD this was well worth the wait, which was forever, I'm sure you know. so much cute and funny and cute and sexy and LOVE. Andrej is hilarious now, I'm so glad he's more chilled out now, I'm starting to finally like him. Tom's really pushing his boundaries, kissing them both like that. Douche xD but it's kind of hot, I can't blame him. I'm kind of wondering what's going to happen when Zane finds out about Tom, which I sort of hope will be sooner than later. Took forever with Bu. I'm also a little surprised none of the agents ever noticed them acting at least oddly together, but it seems like most of them aren't as observant as they maybe should be. This is way complicated. It's so simple, but then the freaking Mob and the FBI. I am SO grateful that you wrote this sequel, you're the best!

Author's Response: You're liking Andrej? Yayyyyy!!! I know a lot of people weren't too fond of him in the first half. He was just a sweet, simple boy then. As much as I liked him, there wasn't a lot to his personality, I guess. But he's a baby grown-up now, and he can put up with his spoiled husband's behavior. I'm kind of hoping Zane will find out about the twins, too, and soon! Some things just have to unfold at their own pace, though. If Bu had found out earlier, he'd have left a lot sooner! As for the feds finding out about the twins, I don't think they make it tooooo obvious. Just a tiny bit. Yes, it's the mob and the fbi! Lots more stuff is going to happen! I'm glad I decided to write the sequel, too, and knowing there are others who are happy about it helps keep me involved! Thanks for the review!