> “You think too much,” (Woody) mumbled, lying on the bench and beginning his set... > You think too much. Those words. When I first started training, in my mid-twenties, they were spoken by my buddy Danny, who'd gone to college and learned to take roids with his fraternity. But Danny had actually competed, so he had some cred. He was "straight" -- in that he had a girlfriend -- but he got off on me hero-worshipping him. Soon, he was teasing me when we were drunk, giving me a little more and a little more. FINALLY, he let me suck his cock (in a parking lot after hanging in a straight bar), saying, "You know you want to and I know you want to -- so go ahead. Stop thinking so much." As long as it never became a "relationship" he was totally cool with it. Like, we were buds who lifted together and he would let me suck his cock -- we never kissed. But, he would forever complain, "You think too much." And of course, because I kept thinking about it instead of letting it happen, it ultimately ended. Our basic relationship has found its way into so many of my stories.

nicely done. thank you.

I truly enjoyed this series. It was wonderful. The writing was exceptional and I am sorry that I did not comment on each chapter. I had made a decision to wait until the end and it was truly worth it. Thank you for writing this series and the ending was truly bliss. It's been a hot long ride and I enjoyed every moment of it. Outstanding work!

> Could it be that our strong will end up being a good friend of palumbo, after all? > Not sure I'd use the word "friend" -- but next chapter tells that story.

Could it be that our strong will end up being a good friend of palumbo, after all?

I really appreciate the time and effort you put on this ending, I read it word for word. In other stories, I usually skim some parts out to get on the good stuff, but I really wanted to savor this one. I think its only appropriate that I also give you a well detailed comment; Roger has really matured in this chapter. I like seeing journey throughout his college years. I'm glad he kept in touch with Stacy and I'm glad you gave her a fairly detailed ending and didn't just cast her aside. I'm so glad she found a man to be happy with in London. I also loved that Mikey got to remember his time under hypnosis. Its a nice touch that he reacted completely different from the entire experience than Phil did and that he actually reacted to it in a very believable and realistic way. Of course he was going to be mad for a bit, but it was true that he also did a similar thing and could totally sympathize with how Roger took advantage of him. Mikey has really come full circle. He's by far the most endearing and the most dynamic character in my opinion. I just loved how beautiful his transformation was. As I said in the previous chapter, he was my pick to be Roger's significant other, but I'm happy he still has casual fun with the other boys at least. And he gets to live with Roger and Phil! As for Phil, one thing that was a bit glaring to me was that I don't know... his two years of ghosting didn't feel justified. I know he went through the divorce and that he was trying return to a "normal" state and to me, it felt like that if his wife actually didn't let him go and gave their marriage another shot the he would most likely have not went back to Roger and stayed with her. So it felt TO ME that Phil's decision hinged more on his wife's actions than him actually coming to the conclusion that he actually loved Roger. I will have to reread this chapter again and really have to put my Mikey bias aside. At least Mikey wasn't as wishy washy as Phil which just drives me insane!!!!! Also, as another stray observation, I find it weird, unprofessional and slightly unrealistic that the boss at that new firm would hire Phil just to give him a chance to fix his love life. On a employer's perspective that just felt like a totally wrong reason to hire someone. But you know what, this entire chapter was really well written enough for me to let it pass. I know I got really ranty and negative there at the end, but I really did enjoy this chapter and I liked what you did overall. I still loved the ending, at least Mikey still has a place in Roger's heart. Another thing that I was salty about was that we never saw a "finale" threesome with all the guys. That was the biggest crime, lol. But I understand how much work you put on this, Jo so I will forgive you :p You really did a great job. Looking forward to your work in the future. I recently became a fan of "The Chip" and finished the season finale. Can't wait to see the next installment for that one. I will also check out Personal toy as well and see if I like it. Anyway, stay awesome and know that I only give you criticism because I really love your work. I hope you dont take it them the wrong way!

will this story continue?

I can't wait for the next chapter, great story so far.

What an awesome, well-written story! I love how Charlie and Xander are secretly enjoying it on a whole different level than the other guys. Their bond is the icing on an already delicious cake :)

Written in such a calm manner that it becomes totally realistic. Nice work.