Major kudos for the chapter. This whole battle between Reaper's head, the urge to slip back into his sadistic tendencies versus his knowledge that Eleanor would, well, NOT appreciate that move...it was very stirring to read.

I had high hopes but...Reaper is a bit of an anti-hero, ain't he?

Your inner monologues are pretty good. Reaper's thoughts started out kinda good at first, but I (admittedly) enjoyed that he gives up on that and slips into his insanity again.

Hoping his actions don't go unpunished,

-xScrappyx

So Eleanor reveals the secret! I thought her...situation was a wise choice. I didn't give the possibility much thought before--but now that's arisen--I feel it's a realistic problem. Reaper's response was...well, I'll settle for 'interesting'. I can't decide whether Eleanor and Reaper's relationship is sweet or whether it's just brewing trouble.

You definitely built up suspense, which is a major talent of yours. You can tell Reaper has something planned.

...

I bet it's something involving laffy taffy, right?

(Maybe not.)

-xScrappyx

Things have been crazy and...dang it, I don't need to explain myself. XD

Reaper's infatuation is so very peculiar. I can see where it's stemming from, but his actual feelings seem so two-faced...I love how you never give a clear, obvious sign to Reaper's intentions...it leaves me playing the guessing game. And then there's Reaper's mind games...sheesh. I am forced to be skeptical of Cur's naivety and flexibility, you think a renown asylum would be more critical of the security guards they hire...

Then again, what's a great story without a mole, eh?

At least Reaper dropped some not-so-subtle hints to Eleanor about his attraction. The whole scene was rather nice. And Lux Aeterna is an instant plus.

I enjoyed this very much. Thanks for a good read.

-xScrappyx

I...am shocked. This was a fluffy chapter. Mister Ezekiel, believe me when I say I never thought Reaper was capable of fluff. Rest assured, it was drizzled with a bit of Reaper insanity, but still.

Very commendable dialog, here. I loved Eleanor's "So what's your excuse?" line, and Reaper's insane rambling is always a good read. The interaction between doctor and patient is a great one. I keep wondering whether Reaper means all he says, or if he's overplaying some of it for his own benefit...

If it's the latter, is it possible for me to slap a fictional character?

I don't know how you do it, but you've managed to make a believable, incredibly likable relationship between a psychopath and his Little Orphan Annie-esque doctor. Great work!

"It’s her job to dig into my mind and figure out I am. Oh, poor little Eleanor. You have no idea. You haven’t even wiped the sweat from my brow." (Just wanted to say, I love that line, although I'm not sure why.)

Update soon!

Yes, still, my apologies. School is crazy, life is crazy, and I, too, am probably crazy, so...

But I'm here now! =D

In any case, I enjoyed this chapter significantly. You set up the scene and the relationships between characters so well, yet you don't over-analyze things or drone on too much...it definitely hooks the reader in.

Reaper is...such a complex character. Definitely must commend you for his creation. I never know where his thoughts are going, and he's not predictable or cliche at all, which I love. Eleanor is so sweet, too, I hope things are gonna go alright for her...

Update soon! Great job! I thought that Reaper deciding to draw Eleanor, instead of something much more...frightening, was a nice, unexpected touch. Maybe Eleanor IS helping him, at least a little, eh?

Eh...crazy, crazy, week. Sorry for my poor punctuality skills.

But yeah, what else is new...?

Okay, turning to the more important line of things, I definitely commend you on this chapter! Proving Eleanor has some character flaws of her own with her naivety was excellent and it was nice to see Reaper with more...human feelings. It was a very well done, sweet conversation between patient and doctor, and your character development is excellent.

Very cute chapter, which is definitely a hit to left field for this type of story. Unexpected, but it fit perfectly and it was a very good read...yup.

Looking forward to the next chapter. Even if I'm slightly afraid of what Reaper is going to draw in his art class. Update soon!

Jeez, "Curious" can't even stand up for himself enough to stop Reaper's nicknaming antics...that cracked me up though--Reaper and his weird humor...yup.

Not quite as weird as the fixation with Eleanor's blood though. That was just...yeah, a little...bizarre. Reaper is now half vampire, I presume? XD

Okay, well-intended gibes aside, I was very fond of this chapter. Cur, Curious, Curry, whatever his name is, I found him to be kind of an interesting character. A blatant pawn, as Reaper said, but he seems like a nice enough guy. Those rumors about Eleanor...that was kind of interesting, too. As was Reaper's reaction. I don't THINK they would be true, but I do think something is up with Eleanor. Or at least something happens to her. Otherwise, where would she be in the present, right...?

Anyways, funny chapter, top-notch narration and dialog, and with all of Reaper's reflections on how he can use people here, I can't help but think he already has an escape route planned...update soon!

Ay, I was out of town. I like to think I am actually being punctual, here, for once.

But, anyways, very nice chapter! In fact, I think your best so far. I chuckled a few times, and the interaction between Eleanor and Reaper is when that I can't wait to see more of.

Well, their relationship, and I'm also kinda dying to see a therapy session that involves Reaper. That...will not go well.

Anyways, this chapter was witty, without being quite so heavy on the macabre. I liked it! Highpoint, admittedly, was the rubber ducky.

I mean, come on.

You put "Reaper" and "rubber ducky" in the same paragraph. That deserves a thumbs up.

Update soon! Job well done.

Alright!

Interesting insight to Reaper, here. I mean, who knew the guy had feelings? Or...at least...the potential of having feelings?

Admittedly I wasn't crazy about this chapter. A lot of it was centered around the Reaper pondering how he's going to kill/torture everyone in a two-mile radius, which was a good display of his character, but eventually it just got to the point of exhaustion.

However!

Near the ending, Reaper's reflection on Eleanor, THAT I was impressed with. I do hope she isn't swayed easily. She does seem to be hinted as a challenge for Reaper, but...hm...

Other high points, as always: the dark humor, the great narration, the levels of intrigue.

Update soon!

Here comes the sunshine, then? XD

Okay, The Reaper's witty banter was awesome. And disturbing. Poor lady...it's a little bizzarro that they would leave a known killer sitting in a room with the woman left to analyze him. That was pretty much the only part that didn't seem quite right, though.

But besides that, Reaper's dark humor is great as always, and I'm rather interested to see what happens between him and Dr. Mystel. You've certainly set up a great start here, so update soon! =D