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First a very humble thank you for the unexpected acknowledgement. ..but now to more important things. . . .:)

Okay, I lied, my mind is too full of thought to re read this 3x and I really have to go back and check out where and when Admon talked about a 'fall from Grace'. . .but the one thing that hit me on the head in this chapter is the shift in perception. . .

The ever jealous Raoul (and does the 'man' even realize that that's what it is, or does he just look upon it as an unexpected intrusion in his domain) has by circumstance and 'desire', now been forced to see Katze in another light. And it makes sense why this change had to occur. . .

We already know what Katze is capable of, we have seen it time and time again. Raoul 'knows' what Katze is capable of, but there is knowing and knowing. For the first time, he has moved away from his mind set and see's Katze as a powerful figure. A leader, a thinker, a doer, and not just an ex Furniture who is running the Black Market, but 'a man' who is 'running' the Black Market.

Raoul's mind set has moved to a new plain where not only does he want to take, but to be taken as well. . .Why else when he watched Katze walk away dripping with his essence that his own spincter muscle responded to the sight. . . wanting that very same thing. And this is a Blondie we are talking about, he couldn't give himself to an Ex Furniture. . .but to a man. . . .well things are certainly progressing.

So as they stand in the shower, Raoul plays 'Furniture' to Katze. . .pleased that the normal Furniture mode of irritated speech of two beats has been missing for the evening. Progress, he thinks, but once again 'blind' as he only sees that Katze has changed. Well Raoul my dear. . .Katze isn't the only one whose mindset has changed. . .and as they are in the shower, I would hope that there is a part three to this little interlude. . .

Just two other asides. . .

I actually, just did my hunting and I found the Admon line." Oh just the ones we select to keep from ourselves in hopes of avoiding the imagined fall from grace." But would it really be a fall from grace. . .or just the opposite. . .Complicated indeed when you not only do you keep secrets from others, but from yourself as well. . .

And lastly, Katze's reaction to the 'girls' death.' He has no hesitation earlier in saying he is going to kick out of his stable two male members who have lost appeal. And once on the streets, you know they won't last long. However, it would seem that it is not only good business to keep his stable safe, but also something more. . .perhaps another 'secret'. Something that happened long ago to someone else, that causes those tears to fall. Once again, curious and out of place. . .once again similar to Sherlock Holmes and that dog in the night. . .afterall, this is Ceres, and this is the Leader of the Black Market amongest other things. . .why shed tears over this piece of chattel. . .

Considering I didn't think we would see another chapter until 2010, thank you for the treat. Hope you enjoyed your Xmas, and hope you have a healthy and prosperous New Year :)

(15) Raoul seems bound and determined to make me loathe him especially when he's being such a condescending ass all the time to Katze. I'm also thinking that you can't really have a relationship that starts with abuse, it would become very tiresome very quickly if the person you were attracted to flinched every time you made a move around them. But this is a different society than ours and not just with the different classes but also their emotions and the way people react to certain situations. Katze is certainly capable of dealing with rough situations and by the end of it you saw that Katze may not be quite the victim that he first appears to be, or at the very least he can take care of himself. (did that make sense, i hope so^^)

Then there's Admon, I'm not entirely shocked that he had an outburst, I am shocked by the level of violence and that it was poor Kato that had to bare the brunt of it. I love that Kato isn't going to back down or be placated simply because Admon apologized and put on the obedient pet act, can't wait to see Katze's reaction to all this. And also your hinting at things to come from some of the stuff that Admon was 'seeing' definitely makes me wonder but I don't want to even begin to speculate because everything that I think of just seems too farfetched that it couldn't be right. It was just such a good chapter, it makes me anxious for updates :)

Merry Christmas hun, hope you have a wonderful (and not too stressful) holiday! ^_^

The mood in this chapter has changed the game plan. . .This really has been a case of lets get down to basics. .

To start Raoul is a prick. . .he might dress it up with Blondie manners and Elite style, but he is a prick. And a jealous one at that. . .

Admon is a curiosity. . .from the harsh basics of what is going on in the bedroom, we are taken for a few brief seconds to the mystic again. He is tied in with Katze, but being an empath also aware of Raoul, realizes what they both need but is he truly a willing participant in trying to get them to surmount their 'issues' or is this just a stray thought of wonder of how it can be done. That line alone can be read in two different ways and as I've said Admon is a puzzle in himself.

Then back to basics. . .Who is Raoul playing a game with Katze or himself? He knows what he wants, and yet he goes out of his way to make sure that Katze pushes away from him. Part of the game. . .or part of the contradiction, that he too like his friend Iason Mink, desires a Mongrel.

Katze, sigh. . .his role. . .not a cat, nor a mouse, but a mongrel (dog) snapping in fear and getting the worst end of the deal because of it. Even his so called obedience is a defiance. It really is a strange game these two play with each other.

And the past revealed. . . who was the mysterious voice that Admon recognizes. . .one would think as it is a medical procedure, it is Raoul, but my gut. . .is going for Iason. . .something else was done to Katze. . .this was not just a castration. And perhaps this something else is what Raoul is picking up on when he recognizes certain attitudes that are particular to Elites. . . oh yes someone is up to something here, and I'd say Jupiter also has a hand in the mix.

Do Blondies get drunk? Does alcohol loosen their tongues and leave their brains a gear behind? Because Raoul is being more than generous. . .Just as he 'bound' Katze to him by being his 'first', he very obliquely offers himself up to Katze. . .to bind and be bound in turn. . .

I could go on and on here. . .but I will close once more turning to the mystic. . .in our midst. . .what game is Admon playing. . .and what role did/does the Ruby play because even though he is not present, his presence is starting to grow. Admon is willing to protect Katze until he is ready. . .ready for what? ready for who? and the
'he' in question. . .well I think Old Master is lurking somewhere.

And now that a bond has been created between our two protagonists, is Admon's goal to destroy it? Because once again Admon's thoughts end in a puzzle.

Hope to see the next chapter up soon. . .:)

I liked the part Amond played in this chapter. It gave it more depth. Raoul is still a hard piece of stone, but he showed more emotions here. I liked that too :3 I simply love the way Katze is portrayed here. And it's so sweet how loyal his servants are to him. I really like that. I can't wait for the next chapter.

Grin, grin, grin, ... long minutes after .... still grinning ...

Thank you, dear author, from the bottom of my heart, for noticing the ardor with which I read this perfect piece! It is maybe unusual for this little fanfic world to encounter such sublime play of words, for transmitting feelings so fragile, only for the fleeting benefit of those in search of a little shot of stout to ease their need for something more. It is yet enough for me, a mere mortal, granted a dedication I've never felt worthy of. Am I too much of a suck up? But I'm impressed, and
there is one thing I know, even if it is said that imitation is a sign of admiration, I will never do that, because I know I can never become you.

And, now, about the chapter ... Katze seems to be so daring ... I love it! He frankly admits, much to Raoul's surprise, I bet, that he likes Admon, and he intends to sample the goods in order to establish the price. Yet, the price is not the reason ... and there is a stronger link between Katze and Admon that Raoul is not aware of ... if he knew it, he would be through the roof, I presume.

Which brings us to the strange sensations Admon is experiencing, while 'visiting' Katze's past with his keen mind ... His mind is traveling, but towards what? Will we be soon revealed the meaning of the story title, Black Moon Rising? Is Admon to transform into something else, and is Kato not far off the mark when he thinks Admon can be really dangerous? Yet, Admon seems to be on Katze's side, so Kato may be just misreading.

The smut was incredible! Do I sense Raoul's tough composure cracking a little? At times, he almost seem affectionate towards Katze, and I don't think it's just the sex. Clearly, he is jealous of Admon and that makes it so funny, but that confession, "I have always wanted you", tells us more of Raoul's interest in the 'little one'.

I looooooove how Katze is so lewd in his comments during sex. "Fight later. Fuck now" Oh, yes, baby, Katze, you're so good! But then again, comes something Raoul says about 'mine' and 'yours' that leaves Katze (and us, the readers) hanging in hope for a stronger feeling to develop between our two beloved bishies. When Katze asked Raoul to make him rememmber that the Blondie was the first one is like a sign that Katze thinks that Raoul will get over his infatuation and forget about him at a certain point. It's pretty sad, but I just know in my guts (he, he), it won't be the case. :)

There is one thing I noticed ... I don't know its significance, but Admon remembers a chaste kiss, which reminded me that Katze, at a certain point, during the first chapters also remembered about a chaste kiss. Is it a coincidence, or an important point that binds the two together? (And the biggest question is ... who kissed Katze, back then? Could it be Raoul? If so, what could be so chaste about the guy ;) I guess it's someone else involved ...)

Forgive my puny vocabulary that cannot express the feelings I experience when reading your story, but I'm writing my comments in the 'heat of the moment', because later, I find it hard to recollect those first impressions.

Until next time, have a nice life, and thank you again! (bows deeply)

Just a little addendum. . . :P

I really have to remember to read one of your chapters 3 times and slowly, rather than drinking it in quickly as things get missed. . . I take it back. . . its not Iason standing over Katze during that 'procedure' it's the Ruby. . . Black Moon Rising indeed. . . or to quote Raoul. . “He was that and brilliant. Well beyond his caste,” and I would say a scientist, perhaps doctor as well. . . meddling in things Jupiter wouldn't be too happy about. . . .

As to Admon. . . why do all his thoughts have triple interpretations. . . is that a double bond or a triple bond. . . between your world and Ainz's my brain is running overtime . . .:)

(14) Gotta say not the least bit surprised that Raoul had never left because really it seems like you’re intent on torturing Katze ;) Although I got to ask am I the only one who finds it interesting that for all Raoul’s supposed high class he’s still willing to hang around a Ceres club just to get to Katze. And with everything that Katze’s had to deal with it was nice to see Iason say something on Katze’s behalf since he can’t himself, although I don’t think I should be surprised, Iason has always understood Katze’s value.

Going back to the beginning I have to admit that I was kind of expecting Raoul to show some sort of recognition of Admon, now I can‘t wait to find out about this Ruby. Also this idea Raoul has of fear being better than respect, I wonder if that’s just in regard to Katze or if it’s for anyone of a lesser station. It’s actually kind of an interesting take since normally I don’t think of Blondies actively trying to instil fear it’s usually just a by product of who they are and what they are capable of.

And of course Riki, it’s kind of nice to see him start to let go, maybe he’s going to start to really move on himself, of course not before he pushes Guy of the deep end it seems. It’s amazing how Riki can seem both hard and vulnerable at the same time, his life is not an easy one and a lot of those hard times seem to be self induced.

^_^ Finally got a chance to read and review, sorry it took so long to respond to this I don’t know what happens come December it’s like the hours in the day just disappear. I can’t wait for the next chapter, whatever happens between Katze and Raoul I’m guessing it’s going to be intense. And I know it’s a little early but in case I don’t get a chance to say it later I hope you have a really wonderful holiday :)

Once again, a chapter where one has to think to understand what has taken place here.

Why am I not surprised that Admon discovers that Raoul is a latent empath. . And just for the record Admon, my guess is Raoul is not aware of it. Blondies are a very reserved group and I doubt they would sit down and discuss abilities or attributes. If he is aware of it, he would think it is something any Blondie can do, not even realizing that this skill makes him the skilled scientist/doctor that he is.

What is more interesting is Raoul's desire for Katze to fear him rather than respect him. Once again, I would say it is more a control issue. Raoul desires him, wants him, and fears going down the same path that Iason did with his Mongrel. And Riki never really feared Iason, therefore he was never really controlled.

It's interesting that even though later on we see that Riki is just as convoluted in his reasoning as everyone else is in this world. Even though he is controlled, it is only to a point. A very fine point, but still a point. Whatever Riki's feelings are towards Iason, he is not being totally honest in his own emotions, even though he realizes that Iason's own behaviour has changed towards him. As Donovan said, he chose it. . .and any freedom he has is an illusion granted by Iason, but for whatever reason he accepts it, almost regretfully.

However, what is more interesting to me is Admon's reading of Katze. . .Katze fears himself. . .Katze is more honest than most in this story. He realizes that it would be easy for him to fall into a relationship (if you want to call it that ) of fear and desire with Raoul. He could very easily loose himself in having Raoul rule over him in that destructive cycle.

Which is why I can see a battle brewing between Admon and Raoul for Katze's very soul, and heaven help me, I find myself baracking for the green eyed devil who needs to find some self honesty at some point in this tale if he too is to find some salvation.

As to that very pointed dialogue between Sir Am and his Excellency. . .oh Raoul, we all know what mongrel you were referring to when you spoke to Iason about this passive aggressive attitude, but once again, we all know which Mongrel Iason was referring to when he replied. Oh Raoul, the boss man knows what he is talking about as he has not only dealt with it, but is still dealing with it. . .Raoul Am, your self denial is big time. And it is going to bite you in the bum big time soon.

You don't care what kind of attention Katze pays you as long as his attention is on you. . .His concern for Iason, jarred you, demanding you catch his attention even if it is a cold glare.

Sir Am, you have it bad. . .

And lastly (although I could find more to analyze as once again the chapter is rich in meaning)is the curious case of Admon's vision.

I don't recall Katze being in extreme pain when he visited Raoul's apartment, so is this a mixed vision. A combination of something in Katze's memory and Raoul's. . .Something that also concerns the mysterious Ruby? So that memories overlap and give Admon a false image?

And of course there is the mysterious box that Raoul has gotten to work again with those oh so clever fingers of his. . .I'm sure that it too will play a part as the story develops.

Once again, thank you for a wonderful chapter, that gives these brain cells a good workout.

Hope the next chaper is soon :)

I knew it, I knew it, I knew it! He, he, I was soooo suspecting that Raoul found his way into Katze's bedroom to wait there for his prize ... and I was not disappointed, which, of course, makes me feel pompous for being able to read something ahead in the course of action the characters take, seeing that your story is so rich in twists and turns.

I am very curious about the significance of smell in your story. Admon's scent gets on Raoul's nerves in the same way it got on Guy's nerves, when he felt it on Donovan. Yes, it is true that Guy saw Donovan and Admon together, and there was no supposition there, but Guy has no sensitive nose, such as Raoul. Or is it that Raoul's sensitive nose got so offended because Admon's scent is truly powerful? Admon is a very interesting character, and, since he is all yours, I have no map in reading his reactions or actions, like I'm striving to do with the others I'm already acquainted with. It especially intrigues me that he says that he lives to serve, like this is some kind of determination, or destiny, without his choosing. Belonging to the One, that Katze realized to be the same with the mysterious Ruby in the picture Raoul has, meant exactly what? Did it ingrain into him submissiveness, no matter what floats his way? Or is a strange call, behind that picture, that attracts Admon closer and closer, while compelling him to serve whoever acts as his temporary master?

Riki was crying in the rain ... But was it all because of Iason, or the night out and the craze along with it had also something to do with Guy having another? Despite his bad ass attitude, I find Riki here to be convoluted and with mixed feelings. Obviously, Donovan is right: Riki should let Guy alone, with all the consequences, because he doesn't want him anymore, not that he truly did, from what I gather. Maybe I'm a little too infatuated with Riki and Guy's relationship, in general, and I'm reading too much here, but I think that Guy, besides being the 'ex', also represents something else to Riki. And by that, I mean that Guy is more things to Riki, like freedom, or the feeling of belonging to a familiar place in the world.

It was a long chapter, but an exquisite one, to say the least! I smiled when Raoul groped Katze at the door, he obviously can't keep his hands off! While Raoul pretends to be straight-laced, he is sooo NOT. It's kind of funny how Iason puts him to his place, showing who is really in charge, and how much he did read into Raoul's reactions regarding Katze.

And the mysterious object is coming into play again ... what mysteries await us?

Raoul is jealous. That's final. I don't know exactly why Katze would not dare, at least, inside his mind (sort of a simulation game), to play scenarios how it would be to have the mighty Blondie by the balls, but I guess he is too scared for that. As for the fact that he fears himself ... bingo, Katze dear is afraid to fall for such a creature as Raoul is.

I hope, dear author, that Raoul and Katze won't drain you of all your energies. After all, you are the one that need yourself the most. :) And us, of course, so we could be able to read more wonderful stories coming right of your beautiful mind.

Until next time, have a nice life!

I really like this story. Raoul is cold and burning at the same time. I like that. Katze is very emotional and icy cold and broken at the same time. It's difficult to put those characteristics together and get a nice result, but you do it more than fine :3 I can't wait to read about when they walk out of the elevator. Dum dum duuum. >:3