I really cannot wait until the next story. To be honest, this story partly inspired my characterization of Justin in the story I just started.
I'm not sure where you're going with it--but I thought--hmm, what would Justin act like if he really did marry the wench that was the wrong person? Thus, part of the premise in my story. So thanks for the inspiration :)
God, I really don't want him to marry Amelia. And your characterization of Charlie is just amazing. Seriously, you are a tremendously talented writer.
Author's Response: Glad I inspired you! I'll be interested to see where yours goes. I'm happy you appreciate not just the story but the writing itself! Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
The texting sequence was probably my favorite part. Charlie did a good job putting herself out there for Justin, but of course, dimwit Justin was ridiculous and scared of her. What kind of response is "haha"...the only thing that could have been worse would have been "oh...lol"
And in Justin's little mental crisis moment, why is he acting like they've already said their vows?!!? Justin, until she walks down the aisle and the priest declares you husband and wife, you are still free to leave. SO DO IT! Gosh, he's driving me nuts!
Great job, as always, Heather!
Author's Response: Wow I suck for not getting back to you sooner! I know i"m in a place now where its slow but I'm glad you're seeing the merit in the section. Believe me when I say its important lol. The texting was a lot of fun to write and it was my fave part of the section as well that and him and Amelia's fight at the end. I'm glad you liked it! Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
Author's Response: You're right Justin totally needs to quit with the woe is me and actually take a stand for something *smacks him* Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
Author's Response: IKR!!!! Guys are so goddamn dense. Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
Author's Response: BAHAHAHAHA SMASHED EGG VISUAL!!! That's awesome lol The thing is for some reason Justin still loves her and he knows how it feels when she hurts him and since he IS a good person he still feels guilty for hurting her. *sigh* Stupid Stupid Boy *smacks him* I dunno about a wrap up that quick lol. I'm working diligently towards it though! Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
Author's Response: HAHAHAHA YES! well you know birds of a feather and all that...lol The txting between Justin and Charlotte was seriously my fave part of this section so I'm glad you enjoyed that! Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
Author's Response: HAHAHA Thank you for the encouragement! I work very hard to make these characters as real as possible and I'm glad its coming through! Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
OMG! He was so close! All he needed to say was "Fuck this shit I'm outta here!" and then storm out of the car, jump into the next taxi he sees, arrive on Charlie's doorstep and never look back!
Hahaha despite how lovely this sounds, I doubt it would give me the closure I need. I feel like this story is leading up to some sort of gigantic moment where everything is going to come together and the entire plot is going to implode. Am I right?? No, don't answer that.... hahaha. I think it's all the tension, there's so much tension in this story I practically have to stand up when I read it because I can't keep still!
Also, I hate this crap they are saying about Charlotte! Justin better not believe it for a second!!!
Ok ok so that is all for now. As usual I thought it was an amazingly perfect update!! Thank you so much!
Author's Response: TENSION YES!!! This is what I want lol They're just so indecisive and that's one of the more fun parts to write, the back and forth in their heads and their struggle over what is "right" and what they want. I'm glad you liked the chapter! Thanks for reading and reviewing!
Author's Response: See I don't think he's quite made that realization yet. Like he's had a few realizations about his life that he doesn't like but I don't think he's quite put two and two together to make Amelia quite yet. *sigh* Boys...so stupid lol Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
Regardless...i loved it!!!! I'm so addicted that everytime I see you updated I always squeal! No lie!
Author's Response: YAY Squeals are ALWAYS a good thing! lol I think you hit the nail right on the head with he's afraid of change. The old saying about the devil you know and we KNOW Roxie's the devil lol I think the saddest part about Amelia is that she doesn't even THINK she's treating him badly *smacks her* I'm glad you loved it!! Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
Author's Response: I know Charlotte's taking a pretty big beating right now huh *sigh* If only Justin would act right *smacks him* I'm glad you love it! Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
I'm SO ready for him to be a GROWN ASS MAN and tell that BITCH that he can say whatever the FUCK he wants. You like how I capatilized all the curse words...I do. Hehehehehe! I feel bad for Charlotte but what she's doing to herself is not healthy. And poor Justin...maybe he'll get out of it. Not for Charlie but truly for himself. That shit can kill him.
It's like he's the cheese and Roxie's the grater...shredding the hell outta him.
P.S-Can Amelia have a family member or another friend who's disgustingly rich and completely down to earth? Not afraid to cut her down like she does so many others? Just a happy thought. Awesome update hon!
Author's Response: YES!!! Curse words need to be capitalized especially so Amelia can hear you loud and clear lol! I REALLY like your cheese grater analogy. shredding the hell outta him SLOWLY piece by piece. It works really well! I'm glad you liked it! Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
I swear...Justin is an idiot! Why is he with Amelia, again? I can't remember...Someone needs to slap him upside the head.
Great update! :)
Author's Response: Oh I smack him constantly and he doen't seem to get it *smacks him again for good measure* lol I'm glad you liked it! Thanks for reading and reviewing!!!
I think the general frustration with Justin has reached an all time high. I don't think I have to add to the sentiment that we all want him to go. But sadly, as he's petrified in this kind of attitude, it'll take a while for him to leave her.
I just recently realized how apt the title is for this story. In a sense, the title expresses the central allegory of the story, Justin's untying himself from Amelia. When you tie a knot, you make sure it's secure and it won't unravel easily. But when you have to undo it, it's all sorts of frustrating and difficult because you realize you've did a heck of a job doing so. And that's Justin for me. He did love her before but now that he realizes how bad she is for him he finds it difficult to leave this life behind.
I would really love to see more his reason for staying with her fleshed out. I get the explanation they were very into each other before and he's become so annoyingly dormat and complacent but it lacks in this aspect for me. It's not just stupidity or stubborness. I just don't find it in his character (the way you've made him) to stay this long in a relationship he isn't happy with. Or I don't know. Maybe I need to re-read again @ __ @;
But again, hats off to the technical and formalistic aspect of this chapter. I can literally empathize with Justin in the suffocating bit in the restaurant.
Lovely update as always~ Will patiently await for the next installment. <3
Ps. I've been itching to point this out since I noticed this error before, and I'm really sorry that I nit-pick but it's only because I covet his shoes, it's Blahnik not Blanik ^^;;;;;
Author's Response: EXACTLY with the title!!!! Titles usually give me such a fit, like I have the hardest time picking one but this one came really quick. Although I can't take credit for it - it was Megan - but as soon as she said it I mean it just CLICKED. More of Justin's motivation to stay will be coming I promise you that. I don't wanna get to into it because I'm serioulsy such a bad spoiler lol You can't trust me on stuff like that hahaha. AND GAH SHOE!FAIL!!! I do a lot of rereading on here since its simpler to consult the online text if I need to go back through and check something when I'm writing and then I get all sucked in and read two or three chapters but in doing that I've noticed MANY typographical errors and misspellings so I'm going to do a big edit and repost when I'm done with this but THANK YOU for pointing that out. Three editors and my own countless edits and we STILL miss stuff lol Its kinda tragic. Thank you so much for reading and reviewing!!!
(2) Despite their cuteness, I am on the verge of kicking Justin in the teeth. Charlie too. They're both actually certifiably dense (if you consider ineptitude an actual psychological disorder).
Author's Response: CUNTRESS!!!! OMG BEST. WORD. EVAR!!! And Justin and Charlotte's level of densness has MADE dense a psychological disorder lol! Thanks for reading and reviewing!!