The ending is awesome, and bittersweet, and completely unexpected (I really thought they'd get back together). I love the way Zakuro is explaining the whole thing in story to his mom. I also love, LOVE, that he loves his mother, warts and all, and didn't abandon her to be with his lover. That was really moving to me, because Saiyuki is filled with mommy issues, and even though Zakuro's mom is very damaged, it's nice to see a son who loves his mother in a non-creepy, loving, kind way. The portrayal here is awesome.
I hope you keep writing in this AU, the stories have been really interesting and unusual.
You know, this was supposed to be just a short piece and then I had to deal with Zakuro's ego. He's a fascinating character and he just took over. I mean, who talks like that? What did that to him? Thinking about that kind of stuff just made me wander into uncharted territory.
Hee! Mother issues. I'm glad you were down with that, I was really on a limb there.
I do have some other fics planned for this universe, but no promises as to a completion date.
The original of this REALLY stuck with me when it came out and I even copied it to a txt file so I could read it when I wasn't online, and I've always hoped you would do a follow up or a prequel or SOMETHING else in this AU, because it really does suit them all so well.
You know, I'm always pleased hearing from people who loved the original--it makes me very happy. They do slide right into the rock-and-roll world with very few hitches.
I'm hoping there will be more, but I don't know how soon.
*squee* You don't know how happy it makes me to see more stories from this fantastic universe. :D
I never would have considered them for a pairing, but you might have convinced me. I absolutely loved your portrayal of Zakuro and how he got his name. And I think the way that you had he and Homura's relationship develop was fantastic and brilliant. Also, Zakuro being the reason for Homura wearing the D-rings? AWESOME.
And the ending! Oh, it slayed me, but in a good way. It was bittersweet that they couldn't stay together, but the way that it was handled was perfect and brilliant. I can't give you enough props for that.
Naturally, the smut was awesome and hot!
Des, you did it again. It's a fantastic story and definitely worth the wait. You never disappoint. ♥ I hope that you continue to play around in this universe, simply because you handle it with flare and awesomeness.
Yay, it's EoS! My original muse for this AU. You really are the reason I fell for Homura, you know.
And *cough*, I didn't think of them for a pairing, it was all Whymz--one of those off-handed comments that always burrows deep in my brain and won't go away. I loved adding the little details, D-rings, shirtless under the vest, the name Zakuro--I totally indulged myself. (And Kyosuke is one of my favorite OC's, ever.)
I knew they couldn't stay together, but I didn't want it to be sad. It was a fun fic to write and you, my dear, can take some credit, too.
I need a new word that is not awesome.. because this was fantastic. I love the layers you weave here, more threads to the original universe you created. Zakuro is sad, a bit flawed, but ultimately I could connect with him and his story, and I think it's one of the only times I have been able to do so. I find Zakuro a difficult character to feel sympathy with, but you managed it superbly here ;)
I love the flashes of the others we see here, and I had to laugh at Zakuro and Gojyo... awesome ;) Homura is hot stuffs as usual, and I love the reacurring thread of him trying to save the record industry from people like Nii.
I am grinning like an idiot here, because I love this story so much and it fits perfectly in with your first one. Going to shove this in memories, read them both again now, and worship you from afar! (And ha! I noticed your sneaky foot-smexxing in there! ♥)
I think, if you feel inclined to write another addition to this, you should put Gojyo in thigh-high boots. Or even Hakuryuu. Oh wow. *clears throat*
And OMG, you know what? This AU is so dynamic, so many people from my Flist have influenced this world. Metal Hammer was totally you! And that 'shopped photo you did of Homura? That's what I was thinking of.
Zakuro is so weird, but I have to admit, he's a blast to write. Plus, we don't know much about him so I took a lot of liberties with him.
Thank you, darling! And there is more scheduled in the future. Although no promises with Hakuryuu in thigh-highs. Maybe. He does have a weird sense of humor and he does like to mess with his family ... *ponders*
Embarrassingly, I totally toned down the foot fetish thing.
LOL I did laugh at the mention of Metal Hammer!! I just think it's awesome that others have influenced your creative efforts, and that you made such awesomeness out of the whole thing! ♥
I love this fic. I love how real it feels, how much Zakuro grows throughout it, how things don't end up Happily Ever After (though they do end up Hopefully Ever After), and how all the characters fit together in it so seamlessly. Characters always feel so real when you write them, and this is no exception. The way you framed it, the choices Homura and Zakuro make, Zenon and Shien, Nataku, and your OCs? So very, very wonderful.
AWESOME FIC IS AWESOME, and I love it to absolute pieces. I want to steal your brain for characterizations, you know. And for other stuff. BRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAINS!
Ah, my dear, you are amazing. It was your pairing and until you mentioned it, I would have never even thought about it and really, you put the finishing touches on it. I wanted it to be a fic you loved, I hope I succeeded.
The world is fun to step into and I'm pulling from so many different directions/muses, it's almost like it's meant to be.
♥ my dear.
Kyosuke is a Gravi OC, did I tell you that? And I'm always happy to create OC's, just give me basics and I'll build you a character, complete with motivations. Anytime. I love doing that.
Edited to say: not that you need my help. *headdesk*
It is a fic I love -- completely. And hey, you're the one who did all the hard work, giving Zakuro a past so he became real. I can't wait to see the next thing you write in this AU.
&hearts back!
Bebeh, I can always use help from someone with an awesome ability like that.
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The ending is awesome, and bittersweet, and completely unexpected (I really thought they'd get back together). I love the way Zakuro is explaining the whole thing in story to his mom. I also love, LOVE, that he loves his mother, warts and all, and didn't abandon her to be with his lover. That was really moving to me, because Saiyuki is filled with mommy issues, and even though Zakuro's mom is very damaged, it's nice to see a son who loves his mother in a non-creepy, loving, kind way. The portrayal here is awesome.
I hope you keep writing in this AU, the stories have been really interesting and unusual.
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You know, this was supposed to be just a short piece and then I had to deal with Zakuro's ego. He's a fascinating character and he just took over. I mean, who talks like that? What did that to him? Thinking about that kind of stuff just made me wander into uncharted territory.
Hee! Mother issues. I'm glad you were down with that, I was really on a limb there.
I do have some other fics planned for this universe, but no promises as to a completion date.
Thanks again, your comment was AWESOME.
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The original of this REALLY stuck with me when it came out and I even copied it to a txt file so I could read it when I wasn't online, and I've always hoped you would do a follow up or a prequel or SOMETHING else in this AU, because it really does suit them all so well.
THANK YOU!!!!
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You know, I'm always pleased hearing from people who loved the original--it makes me very happy. They do slide right into the rock-and-roll world with very few hitches.
I'm hoping there will be more, but I don't know how soon.
Thank you for reading and reviewing.
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I never would have considered them for a pairing, but you might have convinced me. I absolutely loved your portrayal of Zakuro and how he got his name. And I think the way that you had he and Homura's relationship develop was fantastic and brilliant. Also, Zakuro being the reason for Homura wearing the D-rings? AWESOME.
And the ending! Oh, it slayed me, but in a good way. It was bittersweet that they couldn't stay together, but the way that it was handled was perfect and brilliant. I can't give you enough props for that.
Naturally, the smut was awesome and hot!
Des, you did it again. It's a fantastic story and definitely worth the wait. You never disappoint. ♥ I hope that you continue to play around in this universe, simply because you handle it with flare and awesomeness.
♥ some more!
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And *cough*, I didn't think of them for a pairing, it was all Whymz--one of those off-handed comments that always burrows deep in my brain and won't go away. I loved adding the little details, D-rings, shirtless under the vest, the name Zakuro--I totally indulged myself. (And Kyosuke is one of my favorite OC's, ever.)
I knew they couldn't stay together, but I didn't want it to be sad. It was a fun fic to write and you, my dear, can take some credit, too.
♥ ♥ ♥
Oh, and edited because I forgot to say THANK YOU!
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I love the flashes of the others we see here, and I had to laugh at Zakuro and Gojyo... awesome ;) Homura is hot stuffs as usual, and I love the reacurring thread of him trying to save the record industry from people like Nii.
I am grinning like an idiot here, because I love this story so much and it fits perfectly in with your first one. Going to shove this in memories, read them both again now, and worship you from afar! (And ha! I noticed your sneaky foot-smexxing in there! ♥)
I think, if you feel inclined to write another addition to this, you should put Gojyo in thigh-high boots. Or even Hakuryuu. Oh wow. *clears throat*
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And OMG, you know what? This AU is so dynamic, so many people from my Flist have influenced this world. Metal Hammer was totally you! And that 'shopped photo you did of Homura? That's what I was thinking of.
Zakuro is so weird, but I have to admit, he's a blast to write. Plus, we don't know much about him so I took a lot of liberties with him.
Thank you, darling! And there is more scheduled in the future. Although no promises with Hakuryuu in thigh-highs. Maybe. He does have a weird sense of humor and he does like to mess with his family ... *ponders*
Embarrassingly, I totally toned down the foot fetish thing.
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Can't wait to see what you write next!!
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AWESOME FIC IS AWESOME, and I love it to absolute pieces. I want to steal your brain for characterizations, you know. And for other stuff. BRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAINS!
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The world is fun to step into and I'm pulling from so many different directions/muses, it's almost like it's meant to be.
♥ my dear.
Kyosuke is a Gravi OC, did I tell you that? And I'm always happy to create OC's, just give me basics and I'll build you a character, complete with motivations. Anytime. I love doing that.
Edited to say: not that you need my help. *headdesk*
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&hearts back!
Bebeh, I can always use help from someone with an awesome ability like that.
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