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September 23, 2010 at 12:00 AM
(36) Let's just see how many names Katze can come up with for Niiro, I don't know which one I like better, jerk off or up-his-ass they both seem rather appropriate ^_^
Poor wishy-washy Katze one minute it's 'I really must leave', then the next minute it's 'well if you insist I'll stay', not that I blame him Raoul does have some really nice incentives to get him to stay ;) And speaking of incentives, I actually had to stop reading after '...do they involve the laying on of pipe and general despoiling?' so I could snicker and giggle to myself (even now looking at it i want to start again^^) just the image of Raoul saying that makes me smile :) I know, it's weird what I find funny in the middle of the night.^^
This should probably come as no surprise but I liked that Katze at least said something to Raoul about the whole commanding thing. Don't get me wrong I get the appeal, wouldn't we all like to be able to just command our partner to stop pouting and move on, would make fighting so much easier but someone can only take so much before it would all end up rather badly. Better that Katze called him on it now so they can both work on things they need to improve upon and if Katze couldn't tell Raoul who would. And speaking of calling it like it is, who hasn't had the 'who snores' argument :)
Admon's observations always bring some interesting insight, you tend to see just what Guy shows to the world but as we're coming to learn there may be more to him than just some slum thug. And I can't believe it but Guy and Donovan actually managed to get to relatively level ground without killing each other, I guess the saying's true, a little forgiveness goes along way :)
I don't know if it's just me but that ending seemed a little ominous but intriguing too and we're finally going to see what Admon's purpose in all this is and just how it will affect everyone. Is there really only two chapters left it makes me excited to see how this all comes to a head but sad that it's almost over. The next couple of chapters will be exciting, I can't wait ^_^
Poor wishy-washy Katze one minute it's 'I really must leave', then the next minute it's 'well if you insist I'll stay', not that I blame him Raoul does have some really nice incentives to get him to stay ;) And speaking of incentives, I actually had to stop reading after '...do they involve the laying on of pipe and general despoiling?' so I could snicker and giggle to myself (even now looking at it i want to start again^^) just the image of Raoul saying that makes me smile :) I know, it's weird what I find funny in the middle of the night.^^
This should probably come as no surprise but I liked that Katze at least said something to Raoul about the whole commanding thing. Don't get me wrong I get the appeal, wouldn't we all like to be able to just command our partner to stop pouting and move on, would make fighting so much easier but someone can only take so much before it would all end up rather badly. Better that Katze called him on it now so they can both work on things they need to improve upon and if Katze couldn't tell Raoul who would. And speaking of calling it like it is, who hasn't had the 'who snores' argument :)
Admon's observations always bring some interesting insight, you tend to see just what Guy shows to the world but as we're coming to learn there may be more to him than just some slum thug. And I can't believe it but Guy and Donovan actually managed to get to relatively level ground without killing each other, I guess the saying's true, a little forgiveness goes along way :)
I don't know if it's just me but that ending seemed a little ominous but intriguing too and we're finally going to see what Admon's purpose in all this is and just how it will affect everyone. Is there really only two chapters left it makes me excited to see how this all comes to a head but sad that it's almost over. The next couple of chapters will be exciting, I can't wait ^_^
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September 22, 2010 at 12:00 AM
I must say that even the unedited version was brilliantly written. The edited version was icing on the cake. I must also say that even though i've only just found and begun to read your editor Ainzfern's work the both of you can only be called masters in the AnK world.
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September 21, 2010 at 12:00 AM
Don’t think this chapter is as much about forgiveness as finding a safe haven. The cat that has always walked alone would look askew at a warm fire and soft bed if offered to it out of the blue. And it is the same here. Katze can’t accept what Raoul offers because he knows the score. This isn’t about love or trust, but fact. When the showdown comes, he expects the Elites to join forces. To quote from the previous chapter “You’ll all close ranks”. And lets face facts many things said in anger is when the truth comes out. Katze expects Raoul to rejoin the pack, end of story. After all, didn’t Raoul interfere with his tussle with Donovan and yet stood back while he fought with Sir UHA.
“More reason to stay. To be reminded that you have never been alone.”
“Fears when shared are nullified, Katze.
Fine sentiments for Raoul to state, and for the most part true. We know from past revelations, he has always watched out for Katze. But due to his own emotional confusion about it all, has also verbally slayed him at regular intervals.
As to the second quote, what happens when fear stares you right in the face? How far will Raoul go when it comes to facing down Jupiter? Katze is being summoned to Jupiter. And Iason is going to hand him over. Iason lives to serve. So does Iason do the unthinkable and hand over his loyal minion or does that brain of his go into overdrive and try to think of a way around it. Is there enough humanity in him to understand that Riki will not forgive this act. And does Raoul stand on the side, closed ranks and watch Katze being taken. Or does he do what Admon has said all along, and stand side by side with the Chosen One?
Since forgiveness is the theme here, then it goes hand in hand with expectation. Because if Katze is handed over without qualm by either of these fine Elites, he would probably forgive them, because he expects nothing else from them. Again the Cat that walks alone.....
Guy is another issue entirely. All that bluster and insanity hides a fragility that no one suspected was there, except for Admon who has the advantage of seeing into souls. However, it took him some time to make this discovery as well, because before Guy was just the Irrational One. Someone of no consequence, with no logic, easily ignored. Whatever Guy was in the past, and I mean the far past, he only has survival instincts now.
In someways, and he knows it, he is his own worst enemy. Act now, think later. He needs an anchor and also a safe haven...but before he can have it, he has to move beyond his guilt. And knowing Guy, who probably avoided that dark space, he never acknowledged to himself how he felt, and probably couldn’t understand Riki’s attitude toward him. If he can’t forgive himself or accept forgiveness, then how can he become more than what he is? So Admon in his grace, and for reasons of his own gives him that insight. That “I’m sorry” wasn’t just for Donovan to hear, that was also to Riki. Even if never said to him directly, (and lets face it, Riki already knows it, because he knows Guy and has made sure to keep him safe), Guy has begun to move forward.
Donovan being topped.....well almost....and if they make it to the end of this story alive, then yes it is a done deal. Loyality and it would seem his kind was bred for service. By giving himself to Guy, he is forming a new alliance, a new pack, where the order of power has not yet been determined. Donovan although he will always remain Katze’s trusted minder, has moved away from any hidden thoughts concerning the Boss, realizing subconsciously the Blonde Wolf is the chosen mate.
Of course Sir Nii Nii is having a fit, and Ajna is bearing the brunt of it. But once again things are about to happen, and I get the feeling that the twins aren’t going to be in human form for much longer. . .
Well, that’s how I read this chapter......:)
“More reason to stay. To be reminded that you have never been alone.”
“Fears when shared are nullified, Katze.
Fine sentiments for Raoul to state, and for the most part true. We know from past revelations, he has always watched out for Katze. But due to his own emotional confusion about it all, has also verbally slayed him at regular intervals.
As to the second quote, what happens when fear stares you right in the face? How far will Raoul go when it comes to facing down Jupiter? Katze is being summoned to Jupiter. And Iason is going to hand him over. Iason lives to serve. So does Iason do the unthinkable and hand over his loyal minion or does that brain of his go into overdrive and try to think of a way around it. Is there enough humanity in him to understand that Riki will not forgive this act. And does Raoul stand on the side, closed ranks and watch Katze being taken. Or does he do what Admon has said all along, and stand side by side with the Chosen One?
Since forgiveness is the theme here, then it goes hand in hand with expectation. Because if Katze is handed over without qualm by either of these fine Elites, he would probably forgive them, because he expects nothing else from them. Again the Cat that walks alone.....
Guy is another issue entirely. All that bluster and insanity hides a fragility that no one suspected was there, except for Admon who has the advantage of seeing into souls. However, it took him some time to make this discovery as well, because before Guy was just the Irrational One. Someone of no consequence, with no logic, easily ignored. Whatever Guy was in the past, and I mean the far past, he only has survival instincts now.
In someways, and he knows it, he is his own worst enemy. Act now, think later. He needs an anchor and also a safe haven...but before he can have it, he has to move beyond his guilt. And knowing Guy, who probably avoided that dark space, he never acknowledged to himself how he felt, and probably couldn’t understand Riki’s attitude toward him. If he can’t forgive himself or accept forgiveness, then how can he become more than what he is? So Admon in his grace, and for reasons of his own gives him that insight. That “I’m sorry” wasn’t just for Donovan to hear, that was also to Riki. Even if never said to him directly, (and lets face it, Riki already knows it, because he knows Guy and has made sure to keep him safe), Guy has begun to move forward.
Donovan being topped.....well almost....and if they make it to the end of this story alive, then yes it is a done deal. Loyality and it would seem his kind was bred for service. By giving himself to Guy, he is forming a new alliance, a new pack, where the order of power has not yet been determined. Donovan although he will always remain Katze’s trusted minder, has moved away from any hidden thoughts concerning the Boss, realizing subconsciously the Blonde Wolf is the chosen mate.
Of course Sir Nii Nii is having a fit, and Ajna is bearing the brunt of it. But once again things are about to happen, and I get the feeling that the twins aren’t going to be in human form for much longer. . .
Well, that’s how I read this chapter......:)
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September 16, 2010 at 12:00 AM
Ahhh! i just got caught up right now! Talk about it getting hot and heavy between Raoul and Katze! i love those to as a pair. and that Ruby got shot down so fast i loved it! You go Katze!
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September 6, 2010 at 12:00 AM
Oh wow... I'm so glad that Katze went after that Niro.. though finding out that the picture was actually Raoul's idealized version of him and not Niro was interesting. I'm looking forward to the next one.
-Sheleeta
-Sheleeta
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September 6, 2010 at 12:00 AM
(35) It's not often I find myself typing out such high chapter numbers, I love when you get a nice long story with so much going on :)
It seems so petty but I took great satisfaction in Katze poking and prodding Niiro^^ And holy Jesus did Katze just get into a bitch fight with Niiro and Raoul just sitting there watching, this night is ending much better than I thought it would ^_^ Although obviously Niiro never stood a chance in any regard really, it was never Niiro it's always been Katze and that must gall Niiro to know end. I did love that Raoul actually said it out loud I completely wasn't expecting it but I'm glad he did, nice little twist :)
But of course the biggest revelation, that it wasn't just DNA that Niiro was fiddling with but whole actual people 0.0 I was also thinking as I read that revealing little bit of information that maybe I should have suspected something especially when you kept referencing the unusual lack of paper work on Katze's birth. Also that it wasn't just Katze either (if i understand right) but Riki and Guy (and others?) could be part of this does make me wonder just how far reaching this information could be and the consequences of it.
Of course you wonder how this will affect everyone but especially Iason and Raoul, depending on how much they knew it could signal rather bad news for them. Almost from the start we've heard about a fall from grace, I wonder if we're going to be getting to the part of the story where we find out just who it is who's going to fall and just how far that fall will be or if maybe they'll all be able to avoid it. You had led us in the direction of Katze because he thought it himself but now everyone is in an uncertain place even if they don't know it yet, even Jupiter is in a precarious position (at least it seems to me).
Seems everything's coming out into the open, can't wait to watch it unfold :) And to end on a nice note, it seems to me Riki and Iason are getting better.^^ They're both still floundering a bit I would think but trying nonetheless, they were even rather sweet at the end there ^_^
Great chapter I really liked this one, probably because we seem to be moving right along but I can't wait for more :)
It seems so petty but I took great satisfaction in Katze poking and prodding Niiro^^ And holy Jesus did Katze just get into a bitch fight with Niiro and Raoul just sitting there watching, this night is ending much better than I thought it would ^_^ Although obviously Niiro never stood a chance in any regard really, it was never Niiro it's always been Katze and that must gall Niiro to know end. I did love that Raoul actually said it out loud I completely wasn't expecting it but I'm glad he did, nice little twist :)
But of course the biggest revelation, that it wasn't just DNA that Niiro was fiddling with but whole actual people 0.0 I was also thinking as I read that revealing little bit of information that maybe I should have suspected something especially when you kept referencing the unusual lack of paper work on Katze's birth. Also that it wasn't just Katze either (if i understand right) but Riki and Guy (and others?) could be part of this does make me wonder just how far reaching this information could be and the consequences of it.
Of course you wonder how this will affect everyone but especially Iason and Raoul, depending on how much they knew it could signal rather bad news for them. Almost from the start we've heard about a fall from grace, I wonder if we're going to be getting to the part of the story where we find out just who it is who's going to fall and just how far that fall will be or if maybe they'll all be able to avoid it. You had led us in the direction of Katze because he thought it himself but now everyone is in an uncertain place even if they don't know it yet, even Jupiter is in a precarious position (at least it seems to me).
Seems everything's coming out into the open, can't wait to watch it unfold :) And to end on a nice note, it seems to me Riki and Iason are getting better.^^ They're both still floundering a bit I would think but trying nonetheless, they were even rather sweet at the end there ^_^
Great chapter I really liked this one, probably because we seem to be moving right along but I can't wait for more :)
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September 4, 2010 at 12:00 AM
Sit down and relax....grab a coffee or two, because this is going to be a long one :)
First lets get the fun things out of the way.....Ha, told you so....yes I noticed the change in chapter numbers.....::big grin::
And the other fun things.....well if last time was the Regency, this one was a combination Mud wrestling, bar fight with a touch of Butch Cassidy and Sundance Kid thrown in for good measure (“ “A little ...help...here...” the dealer said haltingly through gritted teeth.” … well I see it….)
Of course Raoul ‘thinks’ of assisting, but then sits down to enjoy the show for a few moments…well he is used to ‘watching’ after all voyeurism is part of an Elite’s makeup. And this is quite a show, especially when he sees how the anger can be used in ‘years to come’ his thoughts, not mine, although I totally agree…
The big reveal about the painting….well, called that one, and glad to see it stuck up Sir UHA ass….Of course the dialogue was smart and sharp. Katze letting the prick know that he was dealing with an equal (Parlez-vous français) was also another stick up the old tush. Nice little dig too about lasting three minutes……
So yes all delightful and light, up to a point.
Now, lets get to the point….what is actually going on behind the sharp banter and the Ruby being put in his place….
More revelations on who Katze, and it would seem Guy and Riki as well, is. They are the First One’s Progeny. So is Katze then not a descendent of Katzen, but her son? Or are these the intended off spring that were supposed to inhabit the planet in the first place. And hidden on Remus? What is then hidden on Romulous? Twins raised by wolves who created an empire, and twin moons who over look an empire…
Another name pops up here….Katrina. Although we aren’t given facts, there is enough information to tell us that this is the one Katze was crying about when he fell apart in his office in front of Raoul. But still gives us a puzzle of why Katze’s memories were blocked by the Ruby and why did he have it in for Katze in the first place. If the reason was jealousy over Raoul, then this Ruby is more pathetic than I thought. Or is it Katze’s parentage and genetic make up which is more the bug in the works?
Sir UHA has shot his poisoned arrows at Katze and missed, but he has one more in that quiver of his, and that one would be aimed at Raoul. . .I look forward to seeing Katze and Raoul shoving it in his face again.
But getting even more serious…the Storm is Jupiters doing, and why this effects Sid is still a mystery. But in ‘her’ fear,she calls her first and best to her side, looking for answers? Confirmations? Or Confessions? Luckily she cannot go where Admon can, and Riki previously has given Iason the answer on how to face the ‘boss’
“A layer designed to dull the rudimentary sensation of touch, something Jupiter was incapable of understanding.” Disagree totally with Iason here. Jupiter knew exactly what she was doing. All of her Elites are designed, programmed, raised to be separate from everyone around them. Gloves prevent the sense of touch, but the no sex rule is also about denying intimacy at the highest level. I am sure that if it weren’t for a natural inclination that she couldn’t get rid of, but could work around via voyeurism, Pets and Pet shows wouldn’t have been created. Just as she had to allow them a form of creativity (imagination) so they could see beyond the square, they also needed a sexual release even if intimacy was not desired.
Not going to touch Iason and Riki beyond that. They have their own path to follow and when this ends, well, follow it we will
Of course Katze reading the situation correctly between Raoul, His Excellency and the Ruby turns everything around (why else haven’t they both killed him, unless he has something to hang over their heads, they can’t get hold of), although he still expects Raoul to “close ranks” at the end of the day, and not stand by his side.
Greatly enjoyed and will greatly enjoy in the re read as well. Gotta love a mongrel on the attack :)
First lets get the fun things out of the way.....Ha, told you so....yes I noticed the change in chapter numbers.....::big grin::
And the other fun things.....well if last time was the Regency, this one was a combination Mud wrestling, bar fight with a touch of Butch Cassidy and Sundance Kid thrown in for good measure (“ “A little ...help...here...” the dealer said haltingly through gritted teeth.” … well I see it….)
Of course Raoul ‘thinks’ of assisting, but then sits down to enjoy the show for a few moments…well he is used to ‘watching’ after all voyeurism is part of an Elite’s makeup. And this is quite a show, especially when he sees how the anger can be used in ‘years to come’ his thoughts, not mine, although I totally agree…
The big reveal about the painting….well, called that one, and glad to see it stuck up Sir UHA ass….Of course the dialogue was smart and sharp. Katze letting the prick know that he was dealing with an equal (Parlez-vous français) was also another stick up the old tush. Nice little dig too about lasting three minutes……
So yes all delightful and light, up to a point.
Now, lets get to the point….what is actually going on behind the sharp banter and the Ruby being put in his place….
More revelations on who Katze, and it would seem Guy and Riki as well, is. They are the First One’s Progeny. So is Katze then not a descendent of Katzen, but her son? Or are these the intended off spring that were supposed to inhabit the planet in the first place. And hidden on Remus? What is then hidden on Romulous? Twins raised by wolves who created an empire, and twin moons who over look an empire…
Another name pops up here….Katrina. Although we aren’t given facts, there is enough information to tell us that this is the one Katze was crying about when he fell apart in his office in front of Raoul. But still gives us a puzzle of why Katze’s memories were blocked by the Ruby and why did he have it in for Katze in the first place. If the reason was jealousy over Raoul, then this Ruby is more pathetic than I thought. Or is it Katze’s parentage and genetic make up which is more the bug in the works?
Sir UHA has shot his poisoned arrows at Katze and missed, but he has one more in that quiver of his, and that one would be aimed at Raoul. . .I look forward to seeing Katze and Raoul shoving it in his face again.
But getting even more serious…the Storm is Jupiters doing, and why this effects Sid is still a mystery. But in ‘her’ fear,she calls her first and best to her side, looking for answers? Confirmations? Or Confessions? Luckily she cannot go where Admon can, and Riki previously has given Iason the answer on how to face the ‘boss’
“A layer designed to dull the rudimentary sensation of touch, something Jupiter was incapable of understanding.” Disagree totally with Iason here. Jupiter knew exactly what she was doing. All of her Elites are designed, programmed, raised to be separate from everyone around them. Gloves prevent the sense of touch, but the no sex rule is also about denying intimacy at the highest level. I am sure that if it weren’t for a natural inclination that she couldn’t get rid of, but could work around via voyeurism, Pets and Pet shows wouldn’t have been created. Just as she had to allow them a form of creativity (imagination) so they could see beyond the square, they also needed a sexual release even if intimacy was not desired.
Not going to touch Iason and Riki beyond that. They have their own path to follow and when this ends, well, follow it we will
Of course Katze reading the situation correctly between Raoul, His Excellency and the Ruby turns everything around (why else haven’t they both killed him, unless he has something to hang over their heads, they can’t get hold of), although he still expects Raoul to “close ranks” at the end of the day, and not stand by his side.
Greatly enjoyed and will greatly enjoy in the re read as well. Gotta love a mongrel on the attack :)
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August 25, 2010 at 12:00 AM
(34) Normally when I'm reading I write down any thoughts I may have either for myself or for when I review otherwise I would probably forget half the things I wanted to say. This time though I found myself absorbed in reading without really writing anything down which is unusual for me since I'm always writing something. It just felt like we were getting close to some answers and I just kept wanting more, definitely a page turner :) (so to speak ;)
I love the connections that your making and how you're drawing them together, to have such a direct link between that name and Katze is a very interesting development. Funny thing is I always thought of the goddess when it comes to Ceres and not the planets which is odd when I think about it now since this is a more scientific world. But that could just be my own little fascination with mythology of gods and goddesses.^^ If I'm not mistaken Midas has his own legend in history, I wonder if that will play a part because I can't help but wonder what else you'll use to weave this all together :)
Thing with this chapter is that the guys didn't seem to frustrate me as much as they had before, may have mentioned something about that ;) It just suddenly occurred to me that it had bothered me because I had a past relationship where looking back I wish when I was always being told how things were going to be done, I had just stood up and didn't take it. I don't want to get all therapy session on you, I'm just a smidge younger than you and this was quite a few years ago but it was like all of a sudden reading this chapter it occurred to me that if you actually stopped paying so much attention to the words and more to the actions, they really are amazing together and they do get each other (when they aren't actually pissing each other off of course ;). And let's be honest if Raoul didn't keep trying so hard that would really kind of suck ^_^
As for Niiro showing up, it was a nice twist but I think I'm about done with him and his meddling, he can go home anytime now. I'm also rather curious about what's going to happen with Admon, Donovan and Guy they just seem like all kinds of bad together but I get the feeling that what does happen will be rather interesting.
Excellent chapter, the relationship, the information and of course the set up for what's going to happen next has me impatient for more :)
Hope you have a good night ^_^
I love the connections that your making and how you're drawing them together, to have such a direct link between that name and Katze is a very interesting development. Funny thing is I always thought of the goddess when it comes to Ceres and not the planets which is odd when I think about it now since this is a more scientific world. But that could just be my own little fascination with mythology of gods and goddesses.^^ If I'm not mistaken Midas has his own legend in history, I wonder if that will play a part because I can't help but wonder what else you'll use to weave this all together :)
Thing with this chapter is that the guys didn't seem to frustrate me as much as they had before, may have mentioned something about that ;) It just suddenly occurred to me that it had bothered me because I had a past relationship where looking back I wish when I was always being told how things were going to be done, I had just stood up and didn't take it. I don't want to get all therapy session on you, I'm just a smidge younger than you and this was quite a few years ago but it was like all of a sudden reading this chapter it occurred to me that if you actually stopped paying so much attention to the words and more to the actions, they really are amazing together and they do get each other (when they aren't actually pissing each other off of course ;). And let's be honest if Raoul didn't keep trying so hard that would really kind of suck ^_^
As for Niiro showing up, it was a nice twist but I think I'm about done with him and his meddling, he can go home anytime now. I'm also rather curious about what's going to happen with Admon, Donovan and Guy they just seem like all kinds of bad together but I get the feeling that what does happen will be rather interesting.
Excellent chapter, the relationship, the information and of course the set up for what's going to happen next has me impatient for more :)
Hope you have a good night ^_^
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August 24, 2010 at 12:00 AM
Oh wow... that was an awesome chapter... slowly things are being revealed. I'm loving it, well worth the wait.
-Sheleeta
-Sheleeta
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August 24, 2010 at 12:00 AM
This work is incredible! You have woven a picture of compleat and utter beauty, carefully intertwined in glorious intrigue, subterfuge and lust. I look forward to more ^___^
Thank you for a most enjoyable read!!
Thank you for a most enjoyable read!!