Derek, yum...

Aurora is the BOSS. This gave me LIFE. So Ethan, you're going to hook up with a chick who can't be bothered with your child when you have your child over, especially if you marry this chick. Smart, Bro, real Smart.

This was worth the wait, Chica.

Nat?”

I lifted listless eyes to his.

“Is everything alright?”

No, you officious fucker. How in the hell could he think that this was remotely a good idea. He might think this was romantic, but alls I see is someone that is tone deaf to what's going on around him and seems to only be concerned with what he wants. gah. It took me a minute to be pissed, but now, I want to take his balls and put it in a wood chipper.

And as for that dumbass, lying, should be paying attention to her own dam life, sister of hers, that wood chipper is ready and fired waiting for her stupid ass.

And why in the f*ck did he take Medusa's word for how Nat was feeling? Cause he wanted to. Medusa is not the only one full of shit. Jamison is right there in the pile with her.  And him wanting her to wear the engagement ring is LYING and he's OK with that. And all that bullshit about it being "a symbol of our commitment to not give up on us" is just that. I don't believe that is the purpose of an engagement ring, but then things could've changed since I went to bed. Hell, if you want to be committed, do a blood oath. No one will start wanting to throw parties for your ass in that situation. Oh yeah, this is going to work out real good for them.

*takes deep breath*

But at least she told him, so there's some progress.

If what she wants is to be in love with him, I hope she gets what she want. I just hope she's sure when it does happen.

Hope Anthony can move on with his life and find the right one for him as well. I just don't see those two getting together. But, who knows.

Good Update, Chica.

I was screaming. WHO GIVES A FUCK ABOUT MERCEDES! NAT IS MISSING. FUCK THESE FOLKS. GET TO NAT AND QUICK. RICHARD NEEDS HIS ASS BEAT. I WANT RICH TO FIND OUT WHAT HIS SPERM DONOR DID TO NAT. HE'LL BEAT THAT ASS FOR SURE.

Yeah, this was the worst way for Ant to find out about his "father" and for Rich to be the one to swing the knife is heartbreaking. Oh Rich, you lost it didn't you. But you seemed to be more concerned about Nat than Ant did. I was like WTF?   But after all, Rich considers her to be his sister now and it seems he will protect her to the death. I hope at some point Ant will be able to forgive Rich.

That frickin' "family" is VILE. I mean there are no redeeming traits that I can see in any of those vipers. Gah.

Brilliant update, Chica.

Vile, just vile... Richard and Mercedes... inhuman is what they are. Especially, Mercedes. But at least she told Ant about his father. How I wish he could meet him.

Yep, this ended so well for both of them. Hell, Ray, Stevie and Helen could see this shitstorm coming a mile away, yet Jamison was stunned? I'm hard hearted, 'cause I can't dredge up one iota of sympathy for him. He might want to continue to see a therapist, 'cause he's got some real shit to work through. Like, oh I don't know, wanting to live in a Magic Kingdom instead of the real world. The question is, will he talk himself into believing that Nat just had a bad day and she didn't mean it?

At least Nat finally was able to say what needed to be said. She also needs to continue to see a therapist. And if Jamison has a key to her place, either get it back or have that shit re-keyed.

Rich is a jackass, but I like that jackass. At least he says what he thinks.

As for Medusa, where is a sword when you need one? And once beheaded, would buring it keep it from turning folks to stone or would you have to burn that b? I so hope that she comes to understand that what she did was evil. Yeah, they may be sisters, but sometimes you have to love from afar.  And Nat and Medusa shouldn't even be on the same continent. Gah, I think I'd have to drag that ass just once.

I like Rita. I think her motives are more about getting Anthony and Nat together than apart. She knows her son and I think she knows that he really loved Nat. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. *lalala...*

Now, let's see how Nat progresses. She's made a good start.

Looking forward to seeing how this plays out.

Well done, Chica.

You warned us.

This is a clusterf*ck. I am so done with Anthony right now. He's complaining about his life and circumstance when it is he who has put himself in this position. He's lost his balls if he ever had any. Stringing that chick along. Will he be so passive as to actually "fall" into marriage with her? He deserves every frickin' bit of heartache if he does.I can't dredge up one iota of sympathy for the maroon.

Nat really needs to be shed of all things Talerico. Father and son are both fuckers. I mean, really. I am so pissed with the son right now. And I can't believe anything that comes out of Fucker, Sr. mouth. At least Nat isn't buying what he's trying to sell. Good onya, Nat. I'm pushing for you, girl. Get on with your life. Grieve for your baby, grieve for the lost of Anthony and then get on with your life. Become a whole person before you give your trust to another. Because the two that you gave some of your trust to, did not deserve it.

Really good update, Chica.

I love Rich, I do, but he need that ass beat. He is one funny sly mofo. That's what I call brotherly love. I can not believe he did all of that for Ant.

So, I forgive both Nat and Ant. Let's see what Fucker, Sr says about this. I'm afraid to get too happy about these turn of events. However, with Rich on the case, things might just work out. Can you imagine them having a little Rich? That would be hilar.

I hope there is love in Rich's future. He does sound like he's one drink away from a heart attack. He needs someone. *raises hand enthusiastically. pick me, pick me!*

You had some really golden nuggets in this chapter. I died.

The ending was sad. But damn, the rest.

That funeral is going to be interesting.

Rich is a mess and a ho. I like him and Takara and he must be real good to get at her on first meet. Damn. I'm have to marinate on the fineness that is Rich. I love the relationship between him and Ant. It's hilar but so touching to see the love between those two.

I'm also loving how Nat and Ant are progressing. I hope they can withstand what's about to jump off, 'cause you know that family of his is gone act natural fools when they go home for the funeral.

There are no words for Barabra. Oh yeah there is, restraining order. She is truly vile. I mean, really vile. How has Nat put up with this for all these years. Sister, my ass, I would stay away if not for my mental health. Sometimes, family is not something you want in your life and Barbara is a diseased individual. Someone needs to disappear her.

what a fucker.

Damn, Hudson. Just, Damn. and YUM.

Travis is Porter's, I take it. But where does Hudson fit in?

Porter and Jess just seem so COLD. Has he really thought this through?

Wonder what his daughter and his Dad are up to.

I read this so fast the first time because I was scared he wouldn't get there in this chapter. But he did and they connected. This Chapter was wonderful. You did a really good job, Chica.

So sorry about your loved one. I pray you that you have support needed to weather this hurt in your life.

I'm so glad she confided in Kori. She needed someone. Kori really gave it to Lukas.

I have really missed this and am so glad of the update. Worth the wait, Chica.