This I have noticed that Brett and Mike are very frank and honest with each other, more than my parents are. But perhaps dynamics between two men are different than between man and woman.
Mike with a baby, for some reason I have never seen him as the fatherly type, and Brett agreeing. Someone said he would give his arm for someone if they needed it, that's true. I feel as if Brett would be a better father, what if the other kids are resentful of the baby? This is a nice end.

Oh wow... Michael... and Brett, always open to taking on whatever comes his away. People think he's stingy, but he gives away so much to his loved ones, all the time. I reckon Michael should take a little time, have some therapy maybe, before he starts with the baby-making, but he was never happy with the fostering so why not.

There's this guy who comes into where I work sometimes, whose name is actually Jihad. Just imagine standing in the middle of town, shouting "Jihad!!" at the top of your lungs, 'cos you're looking for your friend... *lol*

Thank YOU for the story! And now of course I'm very curious to see what you do next. I tried the Feed for this page to see when you updated, but I got some note about 'live bookmarks' or whatever, and then nothing. Wonder how that's supposed to work?

What can I say? Yet another stunning installment to all of your works. Brett is one of my favourite characters in existence. You are in his head and his voice is so so real. I like the course that this story took, and above all, I appreciate that he and Michael are back together - and that their relationship hasn't just slipped into perfect bliss. I especially like it because there seems to be a belief that to evoke realism, the story has to end sad or in a cynical way...but sometimes life can work out. I smiled at the end...and what I really liked was that it wasn't 'LETS have a baby', but more one sided...although I really hope that this doesn't tear Michael and Brett apart. I love the Aussie slang and references used - being an Aussie, it really makes me smile since a high percentile of the stories on here are set in the U.S. Anyway, you write in such a raw and convincing way. The only teeny tiny piece of criticism I would have is to maybe warn about introducing too many characters - it bombards the others a little. I think all of your stories are written in such a way that you can read from any point, begin at ANY story and still enjoy it...I began reading from 'Brett and Michael' and eventually went back and read the others. Anyway, sorry for this novel of a review, but I was waiting for the end of the story just to send a mammoth review because I didn't do so in the chapters. Can't wait until you feel inspired to write a new installment. Bravo, lovely work as usual...and until next time... Xx

FAN GIRL SQUE! I absolutely adore the Michael-Brett saga you've written, and the latest development is hands-down gold. I'm also incredibly fond of this action-packed chapter. Michael having a baby? I smell drama afoot. As an aside, I really like Jihad (despite his name). He's very cute :) Thanks for the update!

oh, you got me excited for the sequel. i hope you continue with the brett/michael point of view because thats my favorite couple

:) A child of his own- I can understand why Michael needs a child of his own, more so than Brett would ever. Perhaps that (and living with Brett) will help stabilize Michael, and perhaps their relationship can last now that they've learned to respect each other's decisions.

I like how the end has been left open, because life goes on, and time doesn't stop. If there were ever a sequel, I'd be happy to read it.

Yeah.. That's the only reason why I'd hope my siblings are in love with someone of the other gender: To be able to have their own kids if they want. I like Brett. I liked him when he met Damon, how it started even if he wasn't always aware about what was going around him. Nevertheless, it's a sensible guy or at least, that's how your description of him depicted him.

Thanks for the chapter :)

very sweet, the emotion is almost real! xD

love it!

I love this story! I am glad Mike and Brett got together. But the recent turn of events don't look too good. Stupid Will! Waqif obviously has not influenced him in any ways. And Lee with another child!

Now I understand Will's problem. That was extremely intuitively sensitive of Mohammad to pick up on the fact that Will needs to have boundaries. Again I will ask: What is wrong with Will?

Brett and Mike are so candid. So comfortable with each other. I thought they would be more romantic, but I guess Brett doesn't do that.

Love the chapter. Wow, Michael and Brett have a very interesting relationship. It's actually very real. Awesome story. Thanks for posting.

Hey good to see you. I've missed the story so!
Oh jeez... No, no, no! Mohammed! Will! No! Dammit did they have to? Of course they did. Hope they used a condom. Hope Will *always* uses a condom, considering how frickin promiscuous he is...
And then there's Mikey and Brett, in bed together. That's real love when you're like that, talking about your ex and getting of on thinking about them while shagging your boyfriend, and your boyfriend not all that bothered. Ok, that sounded bad, calling it real love, haha! But they're accepting.

Mucho love for the update!

It's been over half a month without your story. It's a fix for me

Hey Wendy,

To my shame, I've only reviewed a few times before and I should have more often. I've been following your work for a few years now, and let me just say that reading the stories of Brett's gritty and oddly touching life has been an escape, a comfort, and a learning experience all in one. You're an amazingly talented writer and must be a very dynamic person to make all these colourful characters and cultures come to life on a page. I just wanted to thank you for sharing your stories with the world. You may not be being paid, but I know for sure that others, even across the world (I live in Canada) appreciate what you do.

Thank you!
Emily

This is the part that I like the most, the part that doesn't seem like a soap drama. This is the most life-like part.
Maybe your other readers don't like it. But I love it. Bravo to you for taking things from a potential explosion with Mo moving in, and making them more realistic, more adult like, more like the way something Brett would handle.
For those who like action, the upcoming party seems promising.