ITNOT Chapter 16

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lexxie said:

Dot, I'm so excited to have a new chapter I just found it, so I'm printing it now, and I'll try to have some comments for you tomorrow morning. I love this story, and can't wait to read this chapter! Thanks a lot for posting it ;D

Yay! I can't wait to see what you think of it! Sorry it took me so long to post. I am now starting on Changes and will post some spoilers for that soon.

[missyb]

Were you really complaining that you were taking too long after that chapter. Come on! Dot...that was fantastic! I loved every moment of it (again, this coming from someone who isn't a Bricky fan) but you've make Nick so real and honest in this story.

I love Brooke in love. She's so happy and I believe that Nick completes her fully. It was so sweet, the way that she kept looking at her ring. It's so much how a woman behaves when she's in love. I remember when Rich asked me to marry him, all I could do it look at the ring. Not because it's beautiful, which it is, but because of the symbolizm. Yes, Nicks' ring might not be as big as Ridge's in the past, but this ring has major meaning for Brooke.

I love Hope, she is the prettiest and cuttiest little girl. She in love with Nick and happy. I love how he has made her a part of his family and dreams. It reminded me how much he loves Hope.

I loved when Nick told Ridge the truth. I think that Nick was trying to be patient but Ridge is being a arrogant ass. He didn't try to listen to Nick, he is steaming over Nick to tell what he wants. I have to laugh that Ridge keeps trying to figure out where Brooke lives. Nick is right, Brooke loves Ridge and will always love him but it's different this time.

Frank Payne is getting all the wrong information about Brooke. it's called a tabloid for a reason. I just hate that. People judging Brooke so harshly but then it does look bad. I'm worried about what he has planned. It doesn't sound good at all.

Thank you so much for having Brooke tell Nick about what happened between her parents and Massimo. This hurt Brooke deeply. It ruined her relationship with her parents and Massimo did try to hurt her. Though I can understand Nick's wondering what it all meant, I must say that I was a little disappointed that he didn't say a word to Massimo abou the treatment Brooke recieved. I also understand Brooke's hesitation about Massimo's "well wishes" for her.

What is Alex up too? Who is he really? I don't like the idea of someone using Donna. She deserves better. I hope that she's careful. Also....I LOVED the flirt between Megan and Hank. What's going to happen between them?

So, skank Macy is at it again.Poor Ridge, he can't keep his pecker in his pants. Come on, the woman wants to molest him in the house with his children. But if that apperation isn't one. And it's Taylor...then for once I'd be happy for the B(Taylor) to come back just to see her and Macy duke it out for Ridge. I just wonder who Stephanie would back.

Now, what is going on with Nick? Did Ridge really hit him and leave him there bleeding? I can't believe that Ridge would do something like this? If he did, then Ridge is on the deep end. He is so wrong to leave Nick like that....he could have died!

What a great story. I can't wait for more, more, more!

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missyb said:

Were you really complaining that you were taking too long after that chapter. Come on! Dot...that was fantastic! I loved every moment of it (again, this coming from someone who isn't a Bricky fan) but you've make Nick so real and honest in this story.

Thanks Missy. I'm so glad that you're enjoying my vision of Brooke and Nick. But I DID take far too long and I hope that I don't with the next thing. I am currently working on Changes and I have to admit that it's a very difficult chapter to write. It's very intense and it hits home so I am really trying to do it some justice.

I love Brooke in love. She's so happy and I believe that Nick completes her fully. It was so sweet, the way that she kept looking at her ring. It's so much how a woman behaves when she's in love. I remember when Rich asked me to marry him, all I could do it look at the ring. Not because it's beautiful, which it is, but because of the symbolizm. Yes, Nicks' ring might not be as big as Ridge's in the past, but this ring has major meaning for Brooke.

You're so right. I thought about it and I just wanted to show the way she is so happy and giddy and in love. The ring isn't important because of it's monetary value, but because of the love it represents. Brooke is at so much peace with Nick. She feels like she is loved without any ifs ands or buts, and she is. Nick loves her for everything about her, even her mistakes.

I love Hope, she is the prettiest and cuttiest little girl. She in love with Nick and happy. I love how he has made her a part of his family and dreams. It reminded me how much he loves Hope.

I love her too and I hope they don't age her any time soon. Hope loves Nick so very much and now she has Deacon back too. She's a lucky little girl. Brooke, Nick and now Deacon all adore her and would lasso he moon to make her happy.

I loved when Nick told Ridge the truth. I think that Nick was trying to be patient but Ridge is being a arrogant ass. He didn't try to listen to Nick, he is steaming over Nick to tell what he wants. I have to laugh that Ridge keeps trying to figure out where Brooke lives. Nick is right, Brooke loves Ridge and will always love him but it's different this time.

Nick is trying to make things better for everyone. He knows that Brooke's feelings for Ridge are very strong and how it hurts her that their relationship is so strained. He's willing to put aside his own dislike to make her happy and he expects nothing less of Ridge. But Ridge is in love and in denial and he just refuses to let himself believe that Brooke could ever really love and want another man.
I'm glad you're enjoying seeing Ridge's quest to find Brooke LOL! I thought it would add some humor and it also was a catalyst for drama too.

Frank Payne is getting all the wrong information about Brooke. it's called a tabloid for a reason. I just hate that. People judging Brooke so harshly but then it does look bad. I'm worried about what he has planned. It doesn't sound good at all.

We don't know who Frank resents more, Nick or Jackie, but he seems to want them both to be miserable. And yet he seems a little more interested in Nick's life. Maybe he cares about him in his own way. He IS up to no good though and reading the stories about Brooke has fueled his interest in making his plan work.

Thank you so much for having Brooke tell Nick about what happened between her parents and Massimo. This hurt Brooke deeply. It ruined her relationship with her parents and Massimo did try to hurt her. Though I can understand Nick's wondering what it all meant, I must say that I was a little disappointed that he didn't say a word to Massimo abou the treatment Brooke recieved. I also understand Brooke's hesitation about Massimo's "well wishes" for her.

I've always hates that nothing was ever made of the mess that Massimo made of Brooke's life. I wanted her to be angry for herself and concerned about Jackie and I wanted her to be hesitant but to tell Nick that the man he likes and respects isn't all he's made out to be.
As for Nick not confronting him, remember Massimo said that he only had a few moments to spare and Nick wanted to have plenty of time to talk to him and get to the bottom of it all. He does believe Brooke, but I think he believes that Massimo has changed and he wants to give the man a chance to prove himself. He couldn't do that on the fly. Believe me, he WILL confront him.

What is Alex up too? Who is he really? I don't like the idea of someone using Donna. She deserves better. I hope that she's careful. Also....I LOVED the flirt between Megan and Hank. What's going to happen between them?

Alexander is up to no good LOL! He didn't seem interested in Donna at all until he found out who she was, then he was all over her. She does deserve better, but she was smitten and she might not be too careful.
I'm glad you like Megan and Hank. They were both attracted and Hank was thrilled when Donna told him that Megan would go out with him if he asked. I like Hank and I needed to connect him in the story because soon Nick won't be needing his services.

So, skank Macy is at it again.Poor Ridge, he can't keep his pecker in his pants. Come on, the woman wants to molest him in the house with his children. But if that apperation isn't one. And it's Taylor...then for once I'd be happy for the B(Taylor) to come back just to see her and Macy duke it out for Ridge. I just wonder who Stephanie would back.

Oh I think it would be Taylor for Stephanie all the way. Remember, she told Macy straight out to get an abortion and she thinks that she did. Macy is good enough for Thorne, but not good enough for Ridge to her.

Now, what is going on with Nick? Did Ridge really hit him and leave him there bleeding? I can't believe that Ridge would do something like this? If he did, then Ridge is on the deep end. He is so wrong to leave Nick like that....he could have died!

Ridge hates Nick, but he's not a killer and he's not an evil man. He did hit Nick, but he has no idea that he was hurt so badly. But will anyone believe him when he tries to explain. WIll Brooke or Nick ever be able to forgive him? Ridge is over the deep end, but he'd never knowingly leave Nick to die.

What a great story. I can't wait for more, more, more!

Thanks so much Missy! I'm so glad you liked it!

[Lexxie]

I really couldn't even wait to comment until tomorrow morning LOL. Wow, what a great chapter (I say that a lot, don't I?)

I'm so glad Brooke and Nick talked about her fears about Massimo, and what he has done to her and to her family in the past, and that Nick took it all seriously! Nick is a good man, and he's good for Brooke. The fact that he also loves Hope is an added bonus for me. It's important that they can start a real family together.

Ridge is scary, and totally delusional! It's amazing that he won't listen to anything Brooke says, he only listens to his own thoughts, and wants, and to he!! with the rest. And I don't even think he wants Brooke, it's really just that he doesn't want anyone else to have her if he can't. And she's comfortable for him, since he's known her all of his adult life, and they have good sex, and he knows she'd take good care of his children. But I truly don't think that he loves her. He doesn't even love the memories of her, it's about what could make his life easier, it seems to me.

Macy really has me laughing. I had almost forgotten about her, and their baby to come. And again, Ridge is an egotistical a$$, only thinking about what he wants, and not caring about her at all. I'm glad he backed away from the abortion thoughts, though. And I'm glad Macy wouldn't hear about it. She really has been trying to have a baby for a long time, and maybe she's right, that she's been trying with the wrong men. She's not about to make Ridge's life any easier though, I'm sure she's going to be a much tougher match than what Ridge would have ever dreamed of.

How come Macy didn't walk into Pilar again? As much as I don't like Pilar, I felt really sorry for her for the way Ridge treated her. She's really nothing to him. Since he doesn't think he 'needs' her for anything, he's ready to discard her. That's really sad!

Massimo is himself, happy when things go his way. But I do think he has grown to genuinely like Brooke. He's seen first hand how she is with Nick, and he's seen that she's not all that Stephanie said she was. And I think he's made his own opinion now. And whether or not he would ever like her with Ridge, I feel that he has come to respect her.

Eric had me laughing, he really is in love, isn't he? I thought he and Jackie had so much chemistry on-screen, and you're portraying the same thing to me. I really like them together, and I hope that they will work through Stephanie and Massimo, and that they will build a new life together. However, Frank Payne will probably cause some problems for all of them. He seems to only want to cause them pain (pun intended...) and I think he's after some money as well.

Why did Alexander want to get to know Donna when he realized she was Brooke's sister? And it seems that Simon was in om something, but I don't really understand what. I hope Donna won't be hurt because she seems to be quite into him.

Megan and Hank will sizzle, I think. I'm glad you're including Megan more, and it's a good thing that she's both Donna and Brooke's friend. I always liked her, and it's important to have some strong women around, as well as some strong female friendships. (We never get that on the reel thing)

Deacon is back and as hot as ever, I see LOL. Even Amber couldn't get her eyes off of him. And she was ready to let him see Eric from the get-go just because Brooke lets him see Hope. It's a good thing, though, and I'm glad he's working to get rid of his addictions. And he and Hope were really sweet, and Brooke could also see that Hope and Deacon are good for each other.

Nick and Brooke are just great, but you had to throw in some more problems for them, didn't you? What's Nick going to do with his arm in a cast? He's going to be so frustrated not being able to continue to progress at such a fast pace! He could touch the victory, and this will be a serious setback. I can't believe Ridge left him bleeding and unconscious! What a rat! And how he was thinking that Nick was going to give Brooke a sob-story. He could have actually killed the man! I can't understand he didn't realize that. Didn't he see all the blood? And how did he think Nick was going to be able to get out of there again, if he couldn't use both of his arms to get up?

I'm glad Deacon was with Brooke when Nick finally got to her. He was great help both emotionally and physically. And it was sweet that he's staying the night in the guest-room to help out in the morning. I'm sure your next chapter will be very interesting as well. How will people react to what Ridge did to Nick? It could look like a murder attempt on his part, just so he could get the girl for himself.

And you had me wonder about who Ridge saw (or thinks he saw) and the person who rang Eric's doorbell. I think it's the same person, and I'm wondering if you're doing an Omar on us? LOL

Anyhow, thanks a lot for a great, and long chapter, Dot! I love long chapters ;D:) And I'm willing to wait long without complaining too

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lexxie said:

really couldn't even wait to comment until tomorrow morning LOL. Wow, what a great chapter (I say that a lot, don't I?)

LOL! You won't get any complaints from me!

I'm so glad Brooke and Nick talked about her fears about Massimo, and what he has done to her and to her family in the past, and that Nick took it all seriously! Nick is a good man, and he's good for Brooke. The fact that he also loves Hope is an added bonus for me. It's important that they can start a real family together.

Nick does take her seriously and he believes her, but he also thinks that maybe it's not quite as bad as she said. He likes and respects Massimo, but Brooke and Hope and Jackie are his world, he will NEVER let them be in danger so if Massimo's explanation isn't good enough for him he will keep them all away from him and keep them safe. He's in a bad place. Massimo really helped him and he wants to believe that the man is good, but he knows Brooke wouldn't lie. I think he is hoping that her fears got to her and that Massimo wasn't realy involved in anything sinister. He does however, believe that he caused the estrangement in Brooke's family and that will be a hard thing for him to forgive.
Brooke, Nick and Hope will be a wonderful family and if they get their way, a new baby will soon be coming too.

Ridge is scary, and totally delusional! It's amazing that he won't listen to anything Brooke says, he only listens to his own thoughts, and wants, and to he!! with the rest. And I don't even think he wants Brooke, it's really just that he doesn't want anyone else to have her if he can't. And she's comfortable for him, since he's known her all of his adult life, and they have good sex, and he knows she'd take good care of his children. But I truly don't think that he loves her. He doesn't even love the memories of her, it's about what could make his life easier, it seems to me.

Ridge is at the point where he is becoming more obsessed with having Brooke than really loving her and wanting her. You're right, he seems to have forgotten all the love and history that they share and all he cares about is winning.
I think he does think she will make his life better, and be a good mother and compete the perfect picture in his mind. He is also used to having Brooke jump through hoops to please him so he feels she will change any of her ways that displease him just to be that "perfect" wife. But deep down I think he still does love her, he's just forgotten that loving someone means wanting them happy too.

Macy really has me laughing. I had almost forgotten about her, and their baby to come. And again, Ridge is an egotistical a$$, only thinking about what he wants, and not caring about her at all. I'm glad he backed away from the abortion thoughts, though. And I'm glad Macy wouldn't hear about it. She really has been trying to have a baby for a long time, and maybe she's right, that she's been trying with the wrong men. She's not about to make Ridge's life any easier though, I'm sure she's going to be a much tougher match than what Ridge would have ever dreamed of.
How come Macy didn't walk into Pilar again? As much as I don't like Pilar, I felt really sorry for her for the way Ridge treated her. She's really nothing to him. Since he doesn't think he 'needs' her for anything, he's ready to discard her. That's really sad!

Macy has her own agenda too. Don't forget how bitter and angry she was. I think in some ways the baby might be mellowing her a bit but if it's enough for her to forget her own plans and just be happy? I don't know. She will make Ridge's life much harder though.
Macy didn't run into Pilar because she wasn't there. Pilar is disallusioned with Ridge and how he isn't helping her. She's trying to decide if she wants to just go to Nick or go home or make a new life for herself. Someone else is going to come into her life soon that will give her other options.

Massimo is himself, happy when things go his way. But I do think he has grown to genuinely like Brooke. He's seen first hand how she is with Nick, and he's seen that she's not all that Stephanie said she was. And I think he's made his own opinion now. And whether or not he would ever like her with Ridge, I feel that he has come to respect her.

I think Massimo has learned not to hate Brooke. I think he has some respect for her and he may even think she is a good person with Nick, but I think if she turned her attention back on Ridge that he'd be scheming against her again.

Eric had me laughing, he really is in love, isn't he? I thought he and Jackie had so much chemistry on-screen, and you're portraying the same thing to me. I really like them together, and I hope that they will work through Stephanie and Massimo, and that they will build a new life together. However, Frank Payne will probably cause some problems for all of them. He seems to only want to cause them pain (pun intended...) and I think he's after some money as well.

Eric is falling hard for Jackie. I think they have wonderful chemistry too. Jackie is a little scared to trust him and she also has feelings for Massimo that she's not sure she wants to give up. I think Eric is going to have to stop pushing so hard if he really wants her. She's not ready for what he is.
As for Frank Payne, he is going to cause pain for both Jackie and Nick.

Why did Alexander want to get to know Donna when he realized she was Brooke's sister? And it seems that Simon was in om something, but I don't really understand what. I hope Donna won't be hurt because she seems to be quite into him.

Oh good, I have you confused. I don't want it to be obvious as to what Alexander is up to. But he sure changed his mind fast when he realized Donna was Brooke's sister. Does he know Brooke? Does he want her? Have something against her? Need something from her? Have something for her? Whatever it is, his interest in Donna at this point is all about Brooke. Poor Donna, she seems to really like him too.

Megan and Hank will sizzle, I think. I'm glad you're including Megan more, and it's a good thing that she's both Donna and Brooke's friend. I always liked her, and it's important to have some strong women around, as well as some strong female friendships. (We never get that on the reel thing)

Brooke has friends in my story. I like girlfriend interaction.
As for Megan, I wanted to keep Hank in my story and I thought she would be just right for him! Glad you like it. I'll try to develop their relationship more in the future.

Deacon is back and as hot as ever, I see LOL. Even Amber couldn't get her eyes off of him. And she was ready to let him see Eric from the get-go just because Brooke lets him see Hope. It's a good thing, though, and I'm glad he's working to get rid of his addictions. And he and Hope were really sweet, and Brooke could also see that Hope and Deacon are good for each other.

I've always liked Deacon and I wanted to bring him back and show him battling his demons and trying to make a good life and get back into the lives of his children. I loved how he was so supportive of Nick and Brooke on the show and I hated it when he got involved in the lying. In this story he really respects Nick and is glad to see him as a strong male influence on Hope.
Yes, Amber is interested again. I think it may cause problems in her marriage. I'm not sure if Brooke will be happy about that or not though. But Deacon won't be chasing her and trying to break them up. If he reunites with Amber it would be only if she were already free.

Nick and Brooke are just great, but you had to throw in some more problems for them, didn't you? What's Nick going to do with his arm in a cast? He's going to be so frustrated not being able to continue to progress at such a fast pace! He could touch the victory, and this will be a serious setback. I can't believe Ridge left him bleeding and unconscious! What a rat! And how he was thinking that Nick was going to give Brooke a sob-story. He could have actually killed the man! I can't understand he didn't realize that. Didn't he see all the blood? And how did he think Nick was going to be able to get out of there again, if he couldn't use both of his arms to get up?

Poor Nick. He was doing so well and now this. I know he is going to be more than frustrated. But he is going to have to listen to his doctors and then maybe work out some new ways to progress.
I stated in other replies that Ridge is not evil and he didn't intend to cause any life threatening harm to Nick. But he was selfish and careless and it happened. Ridge isn't aware of NIck's injuries and he will be stunned when he finds out. He thinks that he sucker punched him and left. I don't know if anyone is going to believe him though.

I'm glad Deacon was with Brooke when Nick finally got to her. He was great help both emotionally and physically. And it was sweet that he's staying the night in the guest-room to help out in the morning. I'm sure your next chapter will be very interesting as well. How will people react to what Ridge did to Nick? It could look like a murder attempt on his part, just so he could get the girl for himself.

Deacon is still very protective of Brooke and he loves Hope so he wants to help. He likes Nick and was horrified at what happened. He's going to do his best to prove himself and by helping Brooke and Nick that will be a step in the right direction.
How will people react to what Ridge did? I don't think anyone will support him except Stephanie.

And you had me wonder about who Ridge saw (or thinks he saw) and the person who rang Eric's doorbell. I think it's the same person, and I'm wondering if you're doing an Omar on us? LOL

I'm not telling LOL! It MIGHT be her, but it could be someone else too!

Anyhow, thanks a lot for a great, and long chapter, Dot! I love long chapters ;D:) And I'm willing to wait long without complaining too

Thanks again for reading and taking the time to write such nice comments. I will try my best not to keep you waitng too long next time. I'm working on Changes now and it should be a good one. I'll be writing spoilers for that chapter soon.

[yash]

Dot,

WOW! This was an excellent chapter so many things left to ponder. Nick and Brooke are so beautiful together. But does he really believe that Mass did all those things to her? And when he and Mass finally have their conversation, will Mass be able to but doubt in Nick's head about her accusations?

Is Mass so easily going to give up on Jackie? Why is Alexander interested in Brooke's sister? Is it money?

I like this Deacon. A man who has made mistakes, but is desperately trying to right them. I hope he is able to stay on this road to redemption and doesn't let Amber knock him off of it. I can't wait until him and Ridge meet up.

Now on to the crazy duo. I can't stand Macy. UGH! Can Stephanie come take care of her? Or Sally come put her daughter under control? She is so incredibly creepy to me in this story....Ridge, Ridge, Ridge. What can I say? Brooke had to leave before the kids got up and she came over after they went to bed. Booty call, Brooke was a booty call. Oh, my heart breaks. And while he is being naughty, I do appreciate the fact that it is to get back with Brooke.

This was definitely worth the wait. You're great fanfic and 24 is on. Can life get any better?

Yash

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yash said:

Dot,

WOW! This was an excellent chapter so many things left to ponder. Nick and Brooke are so beautiful together. But does he really believe that Mass did all those things to her? And when he and Mass finally have their conversation, will Mass be able to but doubt in Nick's head about her accusations?

Nick believes Brooke, but he thinks she may have misinterpreted some of Massimo's actions or that Massimo has changed. He is angry as hell at him and will insist on answers, but he is hoping that it Massimo will admit to his wrong doings and apologize for them. I don't think Massimo will convince Nick that Brooke made anything up though.

Is Mass so easily going to give up on Jackie? Why is Alexander interested in Brooke's sister? Is it money?

Massimo is certainly not going to give up on Jackie and he will most likely laugh at Eric for thinking that he would. As for Alexander, he has an agenda and once he heard Donna's full name, he was happy. I'm not giving my secrets away yet LOL!

I like this Deacon. A man who has made mistakes, but is desperately trying to right them. I hope he is able to stay on this road to redemption and doesn't let Amber knock him off of it. I can't wait until him and Ridge meet up.

Deacon is really trying, and he is doing it for his children and for himself. It's very hard and I intend to show that he is fighting every inch of the way. I don't think Amber will want to knock him off, I think she is attracted to the new and improved Deacon. Now is he attracted to her? And is he willing to disrupt his children's happy lives to scratch an itch? I hope not. And yes, it will be fun to see Deacon and Ridge go at it.

Now on to the crazy duo. I can't stand Macy. UGH! Can Stephanie come take care of her? Or Sally come put her daughter under control? She is so incredibly creepy to me in this story....Ridge, Ridge, Ridge. What can I say? Brooke had to leave before the kids got up and she came over after they went to bed. Booty call, Brooke was a booty call. Oh, my heart breaks. And while he is being naughty, I do appreciate the fact that it is to get back with Brooke.

Macy has plans and she wants what she wants. She is creepy and I'm not sure that Sally or Stephanie are going to be able to stop her. I think that the only one who can is Ridge, but with all that is going on in his life, can he?
Ridge wasn't really treating Brooke like a booty call, but she felt like he was. He was trying to protect his children when they were still fresh from losing their mother, but it was disrespectful of Brooke to sneak her. He didn't hide the fact that he was seeing her, he just didn't want the kids to see her in their mother's bed. He loves her and he is fighting for her, but he's being very crazy about it all. He's not listening to Brooke. Maybe if he did he'd have a better chance.

This was definitely worth the wait. You're great fanfic and 24 is on. Can life get any better?

Awww thanks, I'm glad you liked it and sorry that I took so long in getting it up!

Yash[/quote]

[yash]

Ridge would have a chance if he wasn't acting crazy?!?! Well you know what this means and what you have to do then, Dot....

Yash

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yash said:

Ridge would have a chance if he wasn't acting crazy?!?! Well you know what this means and what you have to do then, Dot....

Yash

Don't be holding your breath LOL!

No, seriously, he'd have a chance of having a loving friendship but Ridge is not going to be getting the girl in my story hehehehe, at least not this one. But he could get someone good if he starts acting like a human again!

[foreverbrookie]

Dot
I am trying to rack my brain and figure out who the mystery woman is if she's not a zombie... An uncrazy Morgan perhaps? Or maybe a crazy Morgan for a crazy Ridge. He really is getting delusional and not to mention a STALKER. Not to mention dangerous after what he did to Nick and then walked away. I guess he was probably so blinded by his own rage that he didn't even notice that Nick was seriously injured.

This Alexander guys sounds like bad news, it seems like he is only into Donna to further his own aggenda. Which from the sound of it is tabloid writing or perhaps he is also on Frank's payroll. Isn't that where Frank got all his info on Brooke? from the tabloids?
I'm not digging him but I'm interested to see what his scheme is.

Brooke and Nick are so awesome together. I think this new injury is going to cause some problems for them though. Sounds like they won't be walking to altar anytime soon not but as long as they are together I know they will get thru this. Poor Hope is going to be devastated though.

I like this new angle with Megan and Hank. Megan needs a hottie. Maybe we'll get to learn some interesting things about Megan along the way too. For someone who has been around as long as she has we don't really know a lot about her.

Macy is a little psycho, but I think Ridge deserves being saddled with her. I actually kind of feel bad for Pilar.

I like Jackie and Eric together. Still curious to see what is going to play out between her and Massimo like whether or not he will be Nick's dad. I don't think Massimo is going to vacate Jackie's life without a fight regardless. And I'm dying to see what Frank is up to.

I like the fact that Deacon is becoming part of Hope's life again. And I may be in the minority here but I always liked him with Amber. That was the only time I actually liked Amber and cared anything about her. Would be nice to set Rick free and hook those two back up.

Great Chapter! I am looking forward to your next installation of Changes!

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foreverbrookie said:

Dot
I am trying to rack my brain and figure out who the mystery woman is if she's not a zombie... An uncrazy Morgan perhaps? Or maybe a crazy Morgan for a crazy Ridge. He really is getting delusional and not to mention a STALKER. Not to mention dangerous after what he did to Nick and then walked away. I guess he was probably so blinded by his own rage that he didn't even notice that Nick was seriously injured.

You may be making more of this than there is. Ridge did think he saw Taylor, but he is an emotional mess. And there is a mystery woman. Is it Taylor? Is it someone else? It could just be the cleaning lady for all we know. It's someone unexpected. As for what Ridge did to Nick, it was horrible, but Ridge, being all into himself, went after him and walked away without looking back. He WAS like you said, blinded by his own rage. As bad as he can be, I seriously doubt he'd leave even Nick there to die.

This Alexander guys sounds like bad news, it seems like he is only into Donna to further his own aggenda. Which from the sound of it is tabloid writing or perhaps he is also on Frank's payroll. Isn't that where Frank got all his info on Brooke? from the tabloids?I'm not digging him but I'm interested to see what his scheme is.

Frank has someone telling him things. It is Alexander? Is he interested in Donna because she might give him more to tell Frank? Donna seems to really like this guy so we're going to see more of him and hopefully see where he fits into the picture.

Brooke and Nick are so awesome together. I think this new injury is going to cause some problems for them though. Sounds like they won't be walking to altar anytime soon not but as long as they are together I know they will get thru this. Poor Hope is going to be devastated though.

Nick is very stubborn. He doesn't want anything to slow down his progress or his plans. His legs are not damaged at all and his injury to his arm isn't life threatening, but it will hinder his recovery. Look for him to fight even harder to get better. Hope wants the wedding to be yesterday LOL but Brooke and Nick want to wait a while. Nick wants Brooke to plan her perfect day, so those plans shouldn't be hurt.

I like this new angle with Megan and Hank. Megan needs a hottie. Maybe we'll get to learn some interesting things about Megan along the way too. For someone who has been around as long as she has we don't really know a lot about her.

I think having Megan involved with someone who works for Nick will bring her into the story more and make her even more of an ally to Brooke and to Donna. She and Hank could be very cute together.

Macy is a little psycho, but I think Ridge deserves being saddled with her. I actually kind of feel bad for Pilar.

Macy is crazy like a fox. She has her plan and it's going to all come together for her. She is not about to give up. As for Pilar, I feel for her too. I wonder if she will let herself be known to Nick soon?

I like Jackie and Eric together. Still curious to see what is going to play out between her and Massimo like whether or not he will be Nick's dad. I don't think Massimo is going to vacate Jackie's life without a fight regardless. And I'm dying to see what Frank is up to.

Jackie isn't ready to settle down with either man yet. She really likes Eric but she has a history AND a mystery with Massimo. Massimo isn't going to give up on Jackie either, especially not to Eric Forrester.

I like the fact that Deacon is becoming part of Hope's life again. And I may be in the minority here but I always liked him with Amber. That was the only time I actually liked Amber and cared anything about her. Would be nice to set Rick free and hook those two back up.

I was always a Deacon fan and I loved Breacon. I hated Bitchet then too LOL! I'm not sure if Deacon would try to be with Amber if he knew it would anger Brooke. He wants to stay in Hope's life and if he hurt Rick, Brooke might not let him.

Great Chapter! I am looking forward to your next installation of Changes!

Thanks for the comments! I am working on Changes now! Hope it doesn't take TOOOOO long LOL!

[jrtllf01]

Dot, this chapter was FANTASTIC! I loved the length of it and was finally left alone long enough to finish it.

Poor Ridge! LOL! What a tragic figure he cuts in your story. He makes me so angry with him and other times, you don't know whether to laugh or cry. I also wonder if he's going crazy and only imagining that Taylor is near. Is he still in therapy BTW? His obsession with Brooke has grown increasingly more dangerous and hateful. It's like he doesn't see anyone as individuals anymore. He sees and uses them as pawns in his little game; everyone is expendable until he needs them: his kids, Eric, Massimo, the PI, Megan, etc. I was saddened at his callous treatment of Eric. Here, Eric is pouring his heart out to Ridge about how he wants to fix their relationship, and Eric might as well have been speaking to the wall for all the response he got. Like Brooke, I was also shocked and saddened that Ridge could go so far. I understand the concept of a blind rage, but his attack on a man who was in no physical condition to really fight back is the way a bully and punk behaves. I could absolutely guarantee that he wouldn't have dared come at Deacon like that! If Ridge is worried about blowing his chances with Brooke, he's got that right! Any chance he thought he might have had is gone now. I'm also curious as to whether or not Brooke will now—finally—seek police or judicial intervention. Why Forrester Creations still allows this creep access to the building and its files is mind-boggling. Maybe now they will rethink that position.

And, I in no way, shape or form feel sorry for Pee-lar! She knew exactly what she was getting into and couldn't see past what she wants. I'm with Ridge. She can shake her ass back to her country or get a green card and stay here legally; I don't care. The moment she spread 'em for Ridge on the plane ride back to the States, she was pegged as a user, IMO. Now, she's whining because things aren't going fast enough. Too bad; so sad! I don't recall Ridge promising to drop "Neek" in her lap either. She's so sure of her charms, let her go and get him on her own.

I don't feel sorry for Macy either. It's obvious that this vindictive fruit loop is playing a game and is trying to control what happens. I'm not even sure she sees the baby as a human being yet—more as an object she can use to exact her revenge on Brooke and Thorne. Her hesitation about revealing her pregnancy now as Ridge suggested spoke volumes. She wants to control when it happens, how and the reactions she gets. What a twisted witch! I don't blame Ridge for not wanting the skank around his kids either. "Aunt Macy," indeed. I don't even recall "Aunt Macy" sharing any scenes with the Tridge kids onscreen. So it was a bit jarring to "see" her in Ridge's home trying to get tight with them. The funny thing about this though is Stephanie's reaction when she discovers that Miss "Not Good Enough" didn't get that abortion. LOL!

Bricky's love is so strong and so good in this chapter! And, what a hot couple! I loved the steamy quickie in the office—as if they were actually fooling anybody. LOL! I am firmly convinced that this is the healthiest relationship that Brooke has ever had. I loved how Nick refused to tolerate Brooke putting herself down and attempting to define why he loves her. Thank goodness Brooke finally revealed what Massimo did to her and her family. I sort of got the sense that while Nick was upset, and believed Brooke, he was a little leery about her accusations. I know it's difficult to believe that Massimo may have actually wanted her dead. It was hinted by Eric early on that Massimo was alleged to have some mob or shady ties. The other thing I have to go on is his threats to Brooke's father that made it clear that if the money wasn't incentive enough, then getting rid of him and Brooke should make him want to comply. If I remember correctly, it wasn't until then that Stephen agreed to take the money. The problem I had, of course, is that he lavishly spent Massimo's dirty money with no shame. ITA that this put Beth in a terrible position. I look forward to Nick discussing this situation with Massimo and putting him in check. I also wonder about the dilemma this will pose if Nick turns out to be Massimo's son. Will Brooke all of a sudden no longer be good enough? BTW—is there any chance that Brooke or Beth will reach out to one another? I remember they were close and it must hurt them both to have this rift because of Stephen's greed.

I loved the connection that Brooke and Nick shared in this chapter also. That little Hope is just too cute! She wants to "get married" so badly and she was so excited at Nick's progress. I have to wonder if the little one will be disappointed by this latest setback and also wonder about the wisdom of the grownups conveying to her that the marriage would be contingent on Nick walking. But, Brooke is so right. At that age, Hope doesn't forget anything! I bet they'll watch what they promise her from now on—LOL!

I really like Megan and Donna hanging out. I had to laugh at the club scene in L.A. Is it really that pitiful? LOL! I am looking forward to Megan and Hank hooking up and think it will be an interesting pairing. I've never understood why someone as gorgeous as Megan didn't have men beating down her door. What's with this Alex guy? I noticed he perked up considerably when he found out Donna's last name was Logan? Please don’t let her get hurt!

Boy that Frank Payne is up to no good. He sounds like a bad character and quite bitter, too. You had me howling at the tabloid-style recounting of Brooke's sins, especially that line about the family dog. People on the subway thought I was crazy! It's as if you scoured the message boards in the last few days. As hurtful as those things are to hear, you would think that Frank would have the sophistication to discern how much of it may be truth and how much may have been embellished for sensationalism purposes. I'm also glad that Ridget is at least hinted at and not something that will be swept under the rug as if it never happened. I do have a question about Frank. Is he violent in your story or just a bitter fortune hunter looking for a score? I worry because I know that Brooke would want to open her heart to him because he was Nick's father. He's already gotten a hint that Brooke is loaded. Now, he knows that Jackie is also moving on to some wealthy gents and it must really frost his cookies.

Speaking of Jackie, she was so charming in this chapter. ITA with her about not wanting to commit or make a choice right now. She's a single lady who wants to explore her options. Eric really needs to slow down if he hopes to have a chance with this lady. She didn't say no; she just said, not right now.

I have to admit that I was a bit nervous about the Deacon thing (as always, right? LOL!), but he really cleans up well. I like the realistic way where you showed him craving a drink and recognizing that he needed to get over the hump. It seems that stressful situations may be a trigger for him. He was right where he needed to be for Brooke and Nick. Thank goodness! When Brooke needed a cooler head, it was great that Deacon was there. He and Hope seem pretty good together. I also like the easy camaraderie between Nick and Deacon. Deacon could be giving Brooke all kinds of drama because he's jealous, but he isn't. For that, he gets a thumbs-up. I can't wait to see what he has in store for Mr. "If I can't have her, then no one will!"

Ridge is truly one delusional and hard-headed dude. How many different ways, and in how many different languages does Brooke have to tell him that they can't go back again? Sheesh! It's amazing how he hears what he wants to hear. I have no doubt that he loves Brooke and believes she would be good for him and the children; but, he doesn't understand that too much has happened. However, I do have to side with Ridge on one point. I was surprised that Brooke felt like a booty call. HUH? I think that Ridge's reasons for not wanting the children to find them in bed together or realizing she stayed over in their mom's room is a valid one. As the parent of her own children, I had hoped Brooke would have realized that. It's a shame that things have degenerated to the point where a common sense approach leads her to feel insecure and undervalued. I look forward to their next conversation and I know it won't be pretty!

So what's going to happen now with the wedding? Or she we worry about the morning after first? Oh, and who was that at Eric's door? Ahem, did she have a nightie with an overnight bag? [okay, I know that was BAD!]

This was a wonderful chapter, Dot, and covered so many areas. Please don't keep us waiting too long!

[dotd]

jrtllf01 said:

Dot, this chapter was FANTASTIC! I loved the length of it and was finally left alone long enough to finish it.

Thanks! I know it was long, but I think I had a lot of juicy stuff LOL! [/quote]

Poor Ridge! LOL! What a tragic figure he cuts in your story. He makes me so angry with him and other times, you don't know whether to laugh or cry. I also wonder if he's going crazy and only imagining that Taylor is near. Is he still in therapy BTW? His obsession with Brooke has grown increasingly more dangerous and hateful. It's like he doesn't see anyone as individuals anymore. He sees and uses them as pawns in his little game; everyone is expendable until he needs them: his kids, Eric, Massimo, the PI, Megan, etc. I was saddened at his callous treatment of Eric. Here, Eric is pouring his heart out to Ridge about how he wants to fix their relationship, and Eric might as well have been speaking to the wall for all the response he got. Like Brooke, I was also shocked and saddened that Ridge could go so far. I understand the concept of a blind rage, but his attack on a man who was in no physical condition to really fight back is the way a bully and punk behaves. I could absolutely guarantee that he wouldn't have dared come at Deacon like that! If Ridge is worried about blowing his chances with Brooke, he's got that right! Any chance he thought he might have had is gone now. I'm also curious as to whether or not Brooke will now—finally—seek police or judicial intervention. Why Forrester Creations still allows this creep access to the building and its files is mind-boggling. Maybe now they will rethink that position.

He is tragic isn’t he? I’ve tried not to take him too over the top in any of his emotions because I want to show just how much he is really losing touch with all reality around him. He could be going crazy or just trying to bring back his memories and security of Taylor. I think she grounded him in more ways than he can even imagine and he’s very lost right now. I wonder if you’re right, if he doesn’t like anyone at all. I didn’t do that consciously but apparently it’s what’s come out of the character that I’ve woven him into. I think he does love his kids and he loves his mother. I’m not sure about Eric or Massimo at this point. I know he has little use for Megan or the PI or Pilar or Macy or just about anyone else. Is he still in therapy? He’s supposed to be, but I think he’s had little or no time to bother with that in his quest to WIN Brooke. You do have it right about it being a blind rage with Nick. He has no clue to the damage that he’s done and I doubt seriously that he’d have done that with a Nick at 100% or a Deacon or Thorne or even a Rick. He felt powerful, he felt he was better, that he was the one in the right and that he had to do something to make what he wanted to happen happen. As for his being allowed into Forrester, his family still loves and trusts him and even though Brooke’s excuse could be her absence, I think that she too wanted him to feel welcome.

And, I in no way, shape or form feel sorry for Pee-lar! She knew exactly what she was getting into and couldn't see past what she wants. I'm with Ridge. She can shake her ass back to her country or get a green card and stay here legally; I don't care. The moment she spread 'em for Ridge on the plane ride back to the States, she was pegged as a user, IMO. Now, she's whining because things aren't going fast enough. Too bad; so sad! I don't recall Ridge promising to drop "Neek" in her lap either. She's so sure of her charms, let her go and get him on her own.

Hmmm, not even a little bit? LOL! I did. She is a user but she does have feelings for Nick and she is alone in this place and the one person that she put her trust in has turned his back on her. But you’ll probably feel even less sorry for her in the future when she finds someone else to leach onto!

I don't feel sorry for Macy either. It's obvious that this vindictive fruit loop is playing a game and is trying to control what happens. I'm not even sure she sees the baby as a human being yet—more as an object she can use to exact her revenge on Brooke and Thorne. Her hesitation about revealing her pregnancy now as Ridge suggested spoke volumes. She wants to control when it happens, how and the reactions she gets. What a twisted witch! I don't blame Ridge for not wanting the skank around his kids either. "Aunt Macy," indeed. I don't even recall "Aunt Macy" sharing any scenes with the Tridge kids onscreen. So it was a bit jarring to "see" her in Ridge's home trying to get tight with them. The funny thing about this though is Stephanie's reaction when she discovers that Miss "Not Good Enough" didn't get that abortion. LOL!

Oh yeah, I’m glad you realize that Macy’s motivation is neither Ridge nor the baby, it’s causing pain to the two people who she feels hurt her. And I do agree with you that we’ve never seen Macy and the Tridge kids, but for story purposed I needed to make her into the aunt that they probably SHOULD have shown her as. It will be great to see Stephanie’s rage when she realizes that there still is a baby LOL!

Bricky's love is so strong and so good in this chapter! And, what a hot couple! I loved the steamy quickie in the office—as if they were actually fooling anybody. LOL! I am firmly convinced that this is the healthiest relationship that Brooke has ever had. I loved how Nick refused to tolerate Brooke putting herself down and attempting to define why he loves her. Thank goodness Brooke finally revealed what Massimo did to her and her family. I sort of got the sense that while Nick was upset, and believed Brooke, he was a little leery about her accusations. I know it's difficult to believe that Massimo may have actually wanted her dead. It was hinted by Eric early on that Massimo was alleged to have some mob or shady ties. The other thing I have to go on is his threats to Brooke's father that made it clear that if the money wasn't incentive enough, then getting rid of him and Brooke should make him want to comply. If I remember correctly, it wasn't until then that Stephen agreed to take the money. The problem I had, of course, is that he lavishly spent Massimo's dirty money with no shame. ITA that this put Beth in a terrible position. I look forward to Nick discussing this situation with Massimo and putting him in check. I also wonder about the dilemma this will pose if Nick turns out to be Massimo's son. Will Brooke all of a sudden no longer be good enough? BTW—is there any chance that Brooke or Beth will reach out to one another? I remember they were close and it must hurt them both to have this rift because of Stephen's greed.

That steamy little quickie was a throw in. I wanted some loving and I just didn’t have time to create another day and night to have it happen. I decided that a few kisses on a visit could turn into a hot and sensual passion for the couple and it was also a good lead in for the honesty that they shared afterwards. My Nick, like Bell’s Nick, just doesn’t understand how a woman as smart and sexy and beautiful and kind and loving as Brooke could be so damn insecure. He has a hard time expressing his feelings sometimes, but he doesn’t have any trouble showing his deep love. And yes, I just had to address Massimo. I hated that the show just pushed it away like it never happened. I could have dealt with his coming clean about some bad connections and trying to make himself into a more honest man and I’d have loved to have him tell Brooke that he was wrong to get involved in her and Ridge’s life like he did. But they didn’t so I did. Now Nick does believe Brooke but he also thinks that maybe she wasn’t seeing things exactly as they were. The Massimo he knows is gruff and powerful and unforgiving, but he doesn’t seem to be like the man who would do that to a woman. He also knows that he shares a history with his mother and he trusts her judgement too, so at this point he has to take the time to sit with Massimo and get it all out on the table. If Nick IS a Marone, I can imagine that will change a lot of things. But I am having too much fun hinting at it while also getting to know Frank Payne.

I loved the connection that Brooke and Nick shared in this chapter also. That little Hope is just too cute! She wants to "get married" so badly and she was so excited at Nick's progress. I have to wonder if the little one will be disappointed by this latest setback and also wonder about the wisdom of the grownups conveying to her that the marriage would be contingent on Nick walking. But, Brooke is so right. At that age, Hope doesn't forget anything! I bet they'll watch what they promise her from now on—LOL!

Brooke and Nick are so very healthy together. And they make such a great family with Hope too. I imagine she will be disappointed if the wedding is postponed, and I think Brooke and Nick will have learned a valuable lesson about little ears LOL!

I really like Megan and Donna hanging out. I had to laugh at the club scene in L.A. Is it really that pitiful? LOL! I am looking forward to Megan and Hank hooking up and think it will be an interesting pairing. I've never understood why someone as gorgeous as Megan didn't have men beating down her door. What's with this Alex guy? I noticed he perked up considerably when he found out Donna's last name was Logan? Please don’t let her get hurt!

I agree about Megan, why they’ve never shown her with a man while Amber and Bridget have had an army of sexiness surrounding THEM is beyond conception. But I like Hank and I wanted to tie him into the story a little more so with Megan I was able to. As for the club scene, I think they just picked some bad places. Both women are out of practice and they are slow getting their feet wet. Alex is mysterious and he has an agenda and yes, Brooke’s name was what brought that out. Donna may get hurt and so may Brooke.

Boy that Frank Payne is up to no good. He sounds like a bad character and quite bitter, too. You had me howling at the tabloid-style recounting of Brooke's sins, especially that line about the family dog. People on the subway thought I was crazy! It's as if you scoured the message boards in the last few days. As hurtful as those things are to hear, you would think that Frank would have the sophistication to discern how much of it may be truth and how much may have been embellished for sensationalism purposes. I'm also glad that Ridget is at least hinted at and not something that will be swept under the rug as if it never happened. I do have a question about Frank. Is he violent in your story or just a bitter fortune hunter looking for a score? I worry because I know that Brooke would want to open her heart to him because he was Nick's father. He's already gotten a hint that Brooke is loaded. Now, he knows that Jackie is also moving on to some wealthy gents and it must really frost his cookies.

I’m still feeling out Frank Payne. He’s bad, we know that, but we don’t know how bad or where he has been all this time. We also don’t know if anyone knew that he WAS alive. My Frank has some violent roots, but we don’t know if that is still part of his persona. We do know that when he was in Nick’s dreams, Nick was frightened. I imagine that if Brooke met him she would open her heart and home to him because he is Nick’s father.
I’m glad you liked the reading of the tabloid stuff. I had fun writing that.

Speaking of Jackie, she was so charming in this chapter. ITA with her about not wanting to commit or make a choice right now. She's a single lady who wants to explore her options. Eric really needs to slow down if he hopes to have a chance with this lady. She didn't say no; she just said, not right now.

Jackie isn’t ready to marry anyone. She isn’t ready to sleep with either of them. She likes Massimo, she likes Eric and she likes having her choices open. Eric’s pressure may end up pushing her away and right to Massiom.

I have to admit that I was a bit nervous about the Deacon thing (as always, right? LOL!), but he really cleans up well. I like the realistic way where you showed him craving a drink and recognizing that he needed to get over the hump. It seems that stressful situations may be a trigger for him. He was right where he needed to be for Brooke and Nick. Thank goodness! When Brooke needed a cooler head, it was great that Deacon was there. He and Hope seem pretty good together. I also like the easy camaraderie between Nick and Deacon. Deacon could be giving Brooke all kinds of drama because he's jealous, but he isn't. For that, he gets a thumbs-up. I can't wait to see what he has in store for Mr. "If I can't have her, then no one will!"

I wanted to bring Deacon into this story and I wanted him to be sober, but I wanted it to be realistic and I wanted those demons to be haunting him. Stress IS a trigger for him and while being with Hope and maybe Little E/D will be the perfect solution, being back in the universe of the Forresters means stress. Deacon is jealous of Nick, but he also respects him and thinks he is good for Hope, so he knows that he has to live with that. Nick is wary of Deacon, but he sees that he really loves Hope and that Hope loves him too, so he is willing to allow him some time and space. I think that they have the love of Brooke and Hope in common and as unlikely friends that they make, they have a common bond and they can relate well. And oh yes, I think you’ll enjoy the Ridge and Deacon scenes that will come in the next chapter.

Ridge is truly one delusional and hard-headed dude. How many different ways, and in how many different languages does Brooke have to tell him that they can't go back again? Sheesh! It's amazing how he hears what he wants to hear. I have no doubt that he loves Brooke and believes she would be good for him and the children; but, he doesn't understand that too much has happened. However, I do have to side with Ridge on one point. I was surprised that Brooke felt like a booty call. HUH? I think that Ridge's reasons for not wanting the children to find them in bed together or realizing she stayed over in their mom's room is a valid one. As the parent of her own children, I had hoped Brooke would have realized that. It's a shame that things have degenerated to the point where a common sense approach leads her to feel insecure and undervalued. I look forward to their next conversation and I know it won't be pretty!

Ridge loves Brooke, but she has become more of an obsession to him at this point. Brooke and Nick have both tried to reason with him, they’ve tried kindness and friendship and they’ve tried anger and nothing works.
As for the “booty call” issue. I remember feeling so angry at Ridge for sneaking Brooke into his home like she was something to be ashamed of. If it had been just that he was sneaking her into bed I could understand that, but it was as if he didn’t want to tarnish Taylor’s home and family by introducing Brooke to his children as the woman that he was very much interested in. So I guess I was getting my own anger out with that one.

So what's going to happen now with the wedding? Or she we worry about the morning after first? Oh, and who was that at Eric's door? Ahem, did she have a nightie with an overnight bag? [okay, I know that was BAD!]

Well, both Brooke and Nick had agreed to take their time and plan a nice, romantic wedding. I think those plans still stand, but Nick is going to be very angry and very frustrated and not be easy to work with with his set back. So yes, the morning after is going to be the major issue. And as for who is at Eric’s door, I just think I’m going to have to keep you guessing for now LOL!

This was a wonderful chapter, Dot, and covered so many areas. Please don't keep us waiting too long!

This was a wonderful chapter, Dot, and covered so many areas. Please don't keep us waiting too long!

Thanks so much for reading, commenting and putting up with my begging! I will try not to make you wait as long next time. I am now working on Changes so look for some spoilers for that soon!

[montanalindy]

Great chapter and a wonderful story, Dot! ;D

I am really liking the relationship that your Nick and Brooke have and are continuing to build together. Looks as if they are going to be facing lots of trouble -- hopefully they stay strong and can face it together.

Thank you so much for bringing Deacon back to the fold in your story! I miss the bad boy on my screen – would love to see him deliver another roundhouse kick to Ridge – ah, well! I like you showing Deacon’s connection to Brooke – still – and him reconnecting to Hope. I think that little girl does deserve her daddy in her life. I love Brooke, Hope and Nick together, but Deacon and Hope were always sweet to watch too. All I remember about step-daddy Ridge was what he said to Brooke when he found out Hope’s paternity – take “your baby” and go! Grrr!

Speaking of Ridge, he is really delusional and on edge. I am thinking he did smell Taylor’s perfume – but was it real – or just a memory? Ridge sounds like he needs some serious help since he pushed an already disabled Nick into the pinball machine and broke the glass and then left Nick battered and bleeding. You know… I really hope Spacey Macy makes his life a living Hell and with Pilar lurking in the background that should keep him busy and away from Brooke – but I know it won’t! Ridge is just too manic in trying to find out where Brooke lives – when she has told him every way she can that they are through -- and that makes him a dangerous stalker in my book.

I am looking forward to seeing what transpires between Hank and Megan. I always found it strange that nobody ever noticed how gorgeous she was! Hank sounds like a hottie. Donna may be headed for trouble with her mystery man. Tabloid reporters aren’t known for their journalistic standards or integrity. Oh, and Frank Payne sounds like a nasty and vengeful man … what trouble is he going to stir up?

I am so glad Brooke told Nick the full story of Massimo’s machinations with Stephanie on behalf of Taylor. I remember (on the show) Brooke not trusting Massimo when Ridge was kidnapped and Brooke telling Nick that she couldn’t trust Massimo because of her father, but that was it. That is simply not something one would forget or forgive, considering Brooke is still estranged from her parents because of it – but on the show, of course , it was never addressed like it should have been.

I do like Jackie and Eric together – and just didn’t care for her with Massimo – so I will cheer for Eric in your story!

Thanks, again, Dot for your stories! I do enjoy reading them. I am sorry it has taken me so long to give you feedback. Looking forward to your next chapter …

Lindy

[dotd]

montanalindy said:

Great chapter and a wonderful story, Dot! ;D

I am really liking the relationship that your Nick and Brooke have and are continuing to build together. Looks as if they are going to be facing lots of trouble -- hopefully they stay strong and can face it together.

Brooke and Nick make each other stronger. I think they can face just about anything. And don't worry, Nick may be down but he's not out and he's going to be even more determined than ever!

Thank you so much for bringing Deacon back to the fold in your story! I miss the bad boy on my screen – would love to see him deliver another roundhouse kick to Ridge – ah, well! I like you showing Deacon’s connection to Brooke – still – and him reconnecting to Hope. I think that little girl does deserve her daddy in her life. I love Brooke, Hope and Nick together, but Deacon and Hope were always sweet to watch too. All I remember about step-daddy Ridge was what he said to Brooke when he found out Hope’s paternity – take “your baby” and go! Grrr!

I loved Deacon and I loved him with Brooke. I think he and Hope were building something good and I loved how on the show they were letting him bond with them and that he supported Bricky and Nick supported him. I hated how Ridge acted about Hope and it always makes my blood boil when he or someone on or off the show calls Hope "his daughter" grrrrrrrrrr! No way, no how is he her father.
I'm going to have Deacon fighting his own demons and trying to be a part of his little girl's life and getting pulled back into Brooke's life too. You might just get your wish hehehe!

Speaking of Ridge, he is really delusional and on edge. I am thinking he did smell Taylor’s perfume – but was it real – or just a memory? Ridge sounds like he needs some serious help since he pushed an already disabled Nick into the pinball machine and broke the glass and then left Nick battered and bleeding. You know… I really hope Spacey Macy makes his life a living Hell and with Pilar lurking in the background that should keep him busy and away from Brooke – but I know it won’t! Ridge is just too manic in trying to find out where Brooke lives – when she has told him every way she can that they are through -- and that makes him a dangerous stalker in my book.

Mental illness is just about the only excuse for Ridget and if I am going to have to deal with a post Ridget Ridge, then he is going to have to fall until he sees that he needs help and gets it. Macy is making his life hell, but I don't think Pilar has the power but she may still cause him trouble.
So you think maybe it was Taylor's perfume, but was it Taylor, or was someone else wearing it?
Ridge did push Nick and left him hurt and bleeding, but he didn't look back and see just how hurt he was. Ridge is out of control and he is a stalker and his doing this to Nick will only drive Brooke further away.

I am looking forward to seeing what transpires between Hank and Megan. I always found it strange that nobody ever noticed how gorgeous she was! Hank sounds like a hottie. Donna may be headed for trouble with her mystery man. Tabloid reporters aren’t known for their journalistic standards or integrity. Oh, and Frank Payne sounds like a nasty and vengeful man … what trouble is he going to stir up?

I know what you mean about Megan. I realize she is a secondary character, but they could have shown some men at least looking at her and flirting with her. I have Hank to do that LOL! But he is going to be busy with Nick too.
As for Donna, she certainly seems to have met the wrong man. What IS his game and does he care for her at all?

I am so glad Brooke told Nick the full story of Massimo’s machinations with Stephanie on behalf of Taylor. I remember (on the show) Brooke not trusting Massimo when Ridge was kidnapped and Brooke telling Nick that she couldn’t trust Massimo because of her father, but that was it. That is simply not something one would forget or forgive, considering Brooke is still estranged from her parents because of it – but on the show, of course , it was never addressed like it should have been.

I really wanted to address the Massimo issue and have him have to explain himself and either realize he was wrong or come out and say that he hates Brooke and always will. I don't understand how Ridge or Nick could be accepting of him with what he did to Brooke, but as with so many things, Brad swept it under the rug. Hey, if there are other rug issues that you can think of that could use addressing and would work in the story, remind me and I'll see about writing them in.

I do like Jackie and Eric together – and just didn’t care for her with Massimo – so I will cheer for Eric in your story!

I like her with Eric, but I am still playing with the is he or isn't he Massimo's son story with Nick so I want to keep that option open.

Thanks, again, Dot for your stories! I do enjoy reading them. I am sorry it has taken me so long to give you feedback. Looking forward to your next chapter …

Lindy

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