Oh oh oh oh. I meant to read this days ago, but I was at work, and I got distracted, but oh, this is amazing. Thank you, Remixer! You took a silly little smutlet and turned it into something with depth and meaning! I love Saul just lying there with her, acknowledging her beauty but not moving in on his best friend's girl, tied to his own ghosts. I love Johann giving her the sweater. I love Laura and Ellen being friends, or at least friendly, a little redemption and companionship they never really got.

And Bill with the ring, well, that breaks my heart.

Thank you! This is a wonderful story and I'm truly touched by your efforts.