Date: 02/22/11 03:55 am Title: Chapter Thirty One
Wow, that was a powerful chapter, Rose. I think you did an excellent job with it, and I could feel the aura in the room as the will was read. Everything Nick left to everyone seemed very fitting. I liked that the things he left the guys were more important than money. The gifts he left for his siblings were all perfect as well. I liked the fact that he left Leslie Kaotic and the condition that Aaron would recieve a record deal if he was able to stay sober. The things he left to his parents - brutle. Leaving his Dad the photo albums was harsh, but leaving his mother all his money and not allowing her to collect it until he's dead? Ouch. The last scene with the two of them was chilling. I wish Jane could just accept and love Nick as her son, and obviously he does too. And cliffy! I'm interested to know what's up with Aaron now! Great work on this chapter!
Author's Response: Thank you! I struggled with it a little just cause I was nervous about it lol. A lot of thought went into that will. The Boys don't need or want money, and money isn't all that important anyway, so I feel like Nick would leave them other things. His siblings, that took a ton of debating lol. BJ was probably the hardest. I feel his two musical siblings should get the label/deal since he understands their passion for it. I was pretty mean to his parents but honestly, they deserved it LOL. Nick would hand over all the money in the world if it meant his parents would really love and accept him. :(. Thank you so much! I'm thrilled seeing how much everyone liked it!
Date: 02/21/11 02:34 pm Title: Chapter Thirty One
Excellent job with this chap, Rose. Loved the beginning with Nick and Kevin on the horses. That was cute.
The will reading was so sad but it made sense for him to take care of this now. I loved the things he left for each person. I thought it was really sweet and thoughtful the way he explained himself. Loved the bit about AJ living in the country and the peace that comes along with it. I'm glad that he's giving Aaron a second chance but I'm dying to know what happened...what a cliffie! And I'm mad that Jane got anything but I also know that Nick is better than that. It was realistic for him to leave her what he did. Hope you update soon!
Author's Response: Thanks Sel! I felt you guys needed some cuteness before I dropped you guys into the reading of the will scene. I'm glad you enjoyed the reading, I really had to think out what Nick would do and why he would do it. As for Aaron, I'd like to think Nick would fight to help him as long as he could, even if it's become obvious Aaron may be beyond reach the way Leslie thinks he is in this. As for the cliffie, I need to be evil sometimes LOL. Thanks again!
Date: 02/21/11 01:30 pm Title: Chapter Thirty One
First of all, I loved the scene with Kevin and Nick on horses. Um *drooling* lol I could completely picture that and when he loses control and lands in the mud as well lol Also great insight about him doing what everyone else wants instead of what he wants. "Nick, you told me you wanted to help me move, remember?" lol
It's sad he chose to have his will read while he was still alive. But again, I could see why he would need that done. His family would fight over his money, which is so sad. Liked the little FU's to them along the way though.
Nicely done, is Johnathan Keller still their lawyer? He's a major douche lol
Author's Response: LMAO awww did I tap into a hot Mare fantasy? Hehe. I could too, it was a very "Kevinish" activity and I knew it would be one Nick would have problems with lmao. With the will, I debated a lot about how to go with it, but with his family, having it done now seemed to be the smartest route. Something I wouldn't put past Nick. I'm happy you liked the FUs to his parents lmao. I thought some would appreciate that. So thank you! As for their Lawyer - Jordan Keller is their lawyer still, and looks nothing like how I described "Jonathan" lol so I changed the name up. And I agree, he is haha.
Date: 02/21/11 10:33 am Title: Chapter Thirty One
Gee Rose thanks for making me cry with this chapter damn you :P I loved Nick and Kevin riding horses that was funny but the reading of the will made me so sad. I love how and why he left the things that he did to the people he chose. Each seemed to fit very nicely. I wonder what has happened to King Douchebag Aaron now? BTW that's what I refer to him as because I can't stand him lol Can't wait for the next update Rose!
Author's Response: Awwww did I really make you cry? I'm beyond flattered that I did and that my writing got to you that way! I'm glad everyone enjoyed the horse scene, I wanted to soften the drama blow a bit LOL. Thank you about the will, I spent a lot of time thinking about how he would do that and why. LOL at KDA. Thanks Tracy! As always I love your feedback :)
Date: 02/21/11 10:05 am Title: Chapter Thirty One
Uh oh...either Aaron's on the phone or something happened to him...great cliffhanger.
This chapter was beautiful in a way, if that makes any sense. What Nick had to say in his will was personal, emotional, and heart-felt, regardless of his reasons for writing what he did for each person. I think I'm going to read it again, it's quite profound I think. I really loved it. Please don't leave us hanging for too long!
Author's Response: I'm glad you liked that. It's not often I can do cliffies here, but when I can...I do LOL. Wow, I'm so flattered the chapter touched you that way, and that you feel that way about it. I put a lot of thought and consideration into how Nick would go about this and hoped it would come across as sincere and heartfelt in the chapter. So I'm very pleased that it did. Thank you so much!
Date: 02/21/11 09:43 am Title: Chapter Thirty One
Woot, I'm gonna be your 300th review! It's starting to look like a triple rainbow! A zombie triple rainbow, that is. I loved this chapter; there was some nice comic relief in Nick going horseback riding with Kevin, but the rest was pretty sad, yet poignant. I loved the reading of the will. I loved what he said to each of the guys and his siblings, the thoughtful choices he made as far as what to leave each of them. I love that he offered Aaron a second chance, yet basically said a big F you to his parents (even though he left Jane his money). I wonder what Aaron will have to say on the phone. Amazing chapter, DR!!!
Author's Response: It's very fitting you're review #300 hehe. With all the support and advice with this story, and as my DR, who else should it be? Thanks, I knew this chapter was going to be heavy so I thought maybe tossing in a light scene my ease the blow a bit so to speak lol. I really had to think out the will and what Nick would do in that position. I think at this point, Nick forgives them (or else he wouldn't have given Jane the money) but he's letting them know he won't forget until the disease makes him. Thank you my ZDR!
Date: 02/14/11 11:55 pm Title: Chapter Thirty
Loved this chap! I have no idea why I'm just reviewing. Lol. Jane is such a bitch...good way to go with her reaction. Who knows how she would act! Loved how he bonded with Leslie...the very ending was really cute and a light moment for an intense chap :)
Author's Response: Yay! And it's cause you're a SLACKER! (lol...just kidding :P) Thanks about Jane, I debated a lot about how she'd be. I'm glad you liked the ending of the chapter! I felt it needed to go on the light note because of how the rest went. Thanks Sel!
Date: 02/12/11 05:33 pm Title: Chapter Thirty
Another great chapter, DR! I loved the drama of the scene with Jane... the way you wrote that encounter was sad, but perfect. And I loved that the meeting with Leslie was just the opposite. I'm glad he does have some support from other members of his family, not just Angel. Their conversation was honest and touching. Great job, DR; keep the streak going!! ZDRATW!!!
Author's Response: Thank you! The scene with Jane was rough, I deleted and rewrote it a couple times till I figured out what she would do LOL. I knew when I decided Jane, I'd have to sneak Leslie in here cause I already knew how she would be. He needs more than Angel, and I think she's the most likely candidate. Thank you! You're totally ZDRATWATS
Date: 02/12/11 05:22 pm Title: Chapter Thirty
ugh Jane is so, so....well you know lol.
That was funny about Leslie and Nick haha.
Author's Response: LOL yeah I do... glad you enjoyed the bit with Leslie and Nick! Always happy to hear the things I think will be funny are funny to others. :)
Date: 02/12/11 05:19 pm Title: Chapter Twenty Nine
Loved this chapter, even though it was a sad one (haha, who am I kidding? We both know I like the sad ones best!). I could feel Nick's sense of panic when he blanked out in the middle of the interview. I liked how you ended that scene, with him talking about the guys making everything less frightening. The montage of phone messages in the next scene was a nice way to preview everyone's reactions. I love that he and Leighanne are close; that's really cute. I love how she calls Brian "Husband" out loud in real life too LOL. I felt so sorry for Nick in the end, especially when he had tears in my eyes and told her he was scared. And then... dum dum dum... enter Jane Carter! Reading on!
Author's Response: LOL you loved it BECAUSE it's a sad one, who are you kidding? LOL. I love that you could really feel Nick's fear when he has his memory blackouts. I can only imagine how confusing and terrifying that can be, and it's not easy getting that across in just words. The interview was gonna keep going in that scene, but I loved that line and felt it was a perfect transition. :). And thanks about the messages! That was exactly the purpose of showcasing them the way I did LOL. Nick and Leighanne...I debated about their relationship, it was seeing them on the cruise dancing together that really decided that for me. They can be totally cute together. And she really does say it out loud in real life, it's so bizarre! But cute LOL. Thanks DR! Now I'll put my space suit on...
Date: 02/12/11 05:18 pm Title: Chapter Thirty
I liked the contrast between the two scenes in this chapter. Jane is such a bitch, and Nick was right to tell her everything he thought about her. I felt really awkward for Leighanne in that situation, but it was nice of Nick to stand up for her when Jane called her a religious nut. I can't believe she just left like that, instead of apologizing to him or anything. I guess Nick wanted her to leave, but still. Jane is the worst. Anyway, I really liked the scene him him and Leslie. I'm glad that they were finally open and honest with each other and able to put the past behind them. The part where they tripped at the end fit so well and made me laugh. This was a great chapter, Rose! It was very a realistic portrayal of the Carters, I think :)
Author's Response: Thanks! That's exactly what I was going for, showing the differences between the reactions against each other. :). Jane is a bit evil. It'll take something extreme to change that, I guess. I felt awkward for Leighanne too, I knew she'd be there for support, but I also felt awkward writing here there LOL. I feel Nick would totally stand up for her though. Jane is definitely the worst. I'm happy you liked the Leslie/Nick scene. They needed that, and the tripping was a random thought but it worked so well I thought, but I'm happy everyone agrees lol. Thanks Steph! The Carters are hard to write haha, so it's nice knowing I got it right.
Date: 02/12/11 04:25 pm Title: Chapter Thirty
Awww at least he made peace with Leslie. Jane however can rot in hell. Nasty money grubbing bitch. I still would like him to make peace with Aaron. Keep up the amazing work.
Marguerite
Author's Response: Yep, so at least Nick has some family. :) Thanks!
Date: 02/12/11 02:10 pm Title: Chapter Thirty
This was all the people I hate of the Backstreet excess baggage department all in one chapter lol I think you handled the Jane situation really well. Who knows what she would actually do in that situation. Part of me hopes that now they are a lot closer than they used to be but I can still see all of the Carters turning this into an 'about them' thing instead of worrying and caring for Nick. I do like the fact that Leslie bonded with him. She was always my favorite of the Carters if I had to pick one. I also think she's the most similar to Nick. Great chapter and yay to all this updating!
Author's Response: LMAO awwww. I know, I debated a lot about how Jane would react to this. Basically up until I finally wrote it. I would hope I'm wrong about Jane, but a major part of me doubts it. I like Leslie, but on twitter she's still an attention whore, so thats why in here it was Angel that was more the sane one, and Leslie who turned around, but that it took time. I do think she's very similar to Nick though, watching HOC definitely showed that. Thanks Mare! And yes, yay muse!
Date: 02/12/11 08:32 am Title: Chapter Thirty
I can't believe his mother! I can't believe all the things she said to him... Poor Nick :( But I'm so happy he talked with Leslie!
Author's Response: I know, Jane's pretty evil. It's gonna take a lot, if anything, to change that. :(.
Date: 02/12/11 08:14 am Title: Chapter Thirty
Goddamn Jane. Part of me was hoping she would finally get that stick out of her ass. Nick was so right for everything he told her, she deserved to hear it. I loved the scene with Leslie too, glad they finally talked and worked some things out. Honestly I don't think he will get through to Aaron but hopefully someone knocks some sense into the kid. Great update as always rose!
Author's Response: I know, but it would take a lot for Jane to finally see the light. As sad as it is, even this isn't big enough to do it. I think, anyway, I debated for a bit how she was going to take this. I'm glad you liked the Leslie scene? See, her, I thought this could get to. :) As for Aaron...we'll see I guess. Thanks Tracy!
