by Ironiclaconic
I have always fantasized about this predicament and how I would handle it.
Great story thanks.
A key indication of when an author surpasses mediocrity and steps into greatness is when the characters become so believable and relatable, the reader is affected, genuinely, at the outcome of events that harm or even assists the characters in question.
The entire scene with Courtney, I kept a mantra in my head, "Don't fuck it up, don't fuck it up." And at the denouement, with his insistence at winning, I literally face-palmed, hard enough to sting and, I'm sure, leave a red mark.
Words aren't sufficient enough to relay a "way to go" message without sounding cheap or contrite. Instead, I offer you my praise and hope to see your creative craft in future endeavors.
I had a reaction very similar to @rexspaulding, I kept muttering "shut the fuck up, Shut the fuck Up, SHUT the FUCK UP!!" Great writing, as usual; thanks for sharing it.
Just had to let you know; your fans miss the world you create.
Great chapter. The main character here is really layered, and I enjoy his habit of making assumptions about others and himself that are inevitably proven false. This has strong themes for an erotica. Speaking of which, I really enjoyed the sex scene here! Far better than the on in Ch. 1.