You and your goddamn sad stories. I was crying all the way through this. I loved the prequel and, the sequel? Fucking hell, it's amazing. I'm at a loss for words at how awesomely you interpreted the song AND wrote about it the way you did.
Those letters... I need at least a truck load of tissues for that. It's so incredibly sweet of Jen to do that for Brian. I love how she kept writing them though; I really did. Jen's wallowing isn't healthy, but hey, she's still alive and well, that's all that matters. She's taken care of herself as best as she can, that's the main thing.
Pregnant? Again, I need more tissues. Oh my god I'm beyond happy for her! It's a part of Brian and, a piece of him which she can love, continue too do so and keep his memory alive so to speak. A child would help her. She needs that maternal, motherly love y'know. That company which she'll get with the obvious boy that she'll have. Awwwww, of course the guys came back!
Senior, you're one observant, smart man. he gave her a nickname?! I cannot contain my emotions, Rach! Goddamn.
Hahaha, Jimmy's sucking on Oreos. sounds like something he'd do! Matt, you're a god. Literally man, bless your soul and let me reward your amazingness with hugs and other things.
BABY ELWIN?! Be still my goddamn, bleeding heart. This... She's... No. Okay, my eyes have opened their floodgates and I'm just fucking... BRIAN'S THERE AND HE'S JUST. FUCK. OH HOLY MOTHER OF MERCY, HES SO SWEET AND OF COURSE HE'S READ THE LETTERS. YAY KISSES AND HUGGLES AND ALL THINGS FLUFFY. IM JUST. I CANT.. THIS IS EMOTIONAL AND FUCK.
I don't think you should be allowed to write sad stuff... my god, I'm sobbing!
It was a very sweet story... but kind of bittersweet. I couldn't imagine going through what Jennifer has and honestly, I really don't want to. It's too heartbreaking.
I'm glad she was gifted with a son, though. Something to hold onto... something to give her life purpose right when she feels there could never be such a thing. I couldn't blame her for locking herself away and mourning in the beginning... I know I would want to do the same. I think sometimes wallowing is necessary, even though some consider it as unhealthy. You need to be able to feel what you feel and cry when you have to cry. Just part of life.
Anyways, I'm so glad that she didn't die... I started crying when I thought she was going to, because whilst it would've been nice to have her back with Brian, she needed to stay for her son. But it was a sweet and lovely touch having them reunite to give her a bit of reassurance that he's always there.
@ vampire_sun It's one of my favourite songs. I did think about maybe writing more about them, but I really don't know where I could take them. Maybe, if I get an idea! Thanks for your comment :)
@ StacieIerogeance I had to have that song on repeat while writing it, I was a big sobbing mess by the end! Haha. Thanks for commenting :D
Such a tear-jerker, but beautifully written as well. Yay for happy endings, though. I love how you were able to cram so much( in a good way) into both this and the prequel. I'm gonna have to look the song up in the morning. I'm just starting to get into AB more, but I don't think I've listened to this one yet. Good luck with the contest! If you move forward, is there going to be a part 3 or are you finished with Brian and Jen?
Ahh, this was such a good little oneshot. And the prequel too, holy crap. I'm gonna have to go look up this song now! But anywho, this was so wonderful. Good job and good luck!