Long story short... removed story due to some work conflict of interests. Have worked those things out and will be reposting. I think most of the content is the same, but can't guarantee it, because I had a few versions saved. Some of the outtakes will be included at the end, some will not.

I was considering a few things with this story and other projects, but at this time, no, I'm not pursuing publication or working on anything else. Really, I'm not too active with anything writing-wise these days and not online as much as I used to be, so I apologize if I don't respond to a comment or what not. I'm basically reposting just for those who want to read the story, and am just putting it out there that I won't be very "interactive." Please don't be offended. I do miss chatting with you. :) Nothing is wrong at my end - no worries - I'm just focusing on other things right now.

It is what it is, and for those of you who wish to read HTSAL, I hope you enjoy. (Sorry about the page breaks - just couldn't go back and fix all those - hope you can still make sense of this mess.)

No author's notes this time around - just the basics - but for those of you who added so much to this story, and you know who you are, I remain very grateful. Thank you. :)

Seriously? You're all too amazing - can't believe the number of comments I got within minutes of reposting. Thank you, thank you, thank you - again, I apologize in advance for not being as responsive as I maybe once was - puhleeeeeeeeeeeease know I read and appreciate all comments.