This. Hurt.

You hurt my heart :(.

I told myself I wasn't gonna read this story, because you were up front about what it was gonna be and I'll be damned if there ain't enough of the unrequited kind in the real world that I sure as heck don't wanna read about it in the fanfic world too.

But gah. You did such a great job with this. Just . . . tragic and real and hurtful. I certainly don't regret reading it, and the way you ended it was completely appropriate and fitting, and seemed like it came from a very emotionally real place.

Anyway, just wanted to let you know you've got a new fan, and I look forward to reading your story 'More Than a Rogue'. It seems pretty legendary in this fandom, heh. Can't wait.

Author's Response: I\'m sorry it hurt *guilt*. I\'m glad that you don\'t regret reading it, though. And I love that you felt the ending was fitting - I was quite nervous about it, so thank you! Hope you enjoy More Than a Rogue as well :o)

Wow. The first chapter piqued my interest. But this one absolutely blew me away. I can't tell you the number of lines that drew a smile to my face, but especially these two: "While during the school year, he was perpetually annoyed, during the summer months, he was only inclined towards annoyance." and "gauging Kurt's emotions was about like contemplating the contents of a blueberry pie."

You've got a devoted reader here. I like this cocky, snarky, sarcastic Logan. Fun times! If the story stays this good, I'll even grit my teeth through a little femmeslash, heh ;)

Wah. I am now depressed, you bad person! Interestingly written though. I like how it kind of hits you as a series of impressions, but taken together they tell a whole story. Uhmmm but now I need to go find a happy ending somewhere to wash away this angsty aftertaste ;).

Author's Response: Oh no! I\'m sorry you are depressed! *hands you a Logan shaped candy bar*. I\'m glad you liked the style of the story I was experimenting with a new form of writing :) Thanks so much for reviewing!

"I thought I recognized those surly brainwaves." Hee! I liked the interaction between Logan and Jean. I just never tire of seeing her make a total bitch out of herself *sighs happily*. The scene between Scott and Rogue was interesting too. The only thing that could've made it better was jealous!Logan storming in and claiming Rogue for his own in a whirl of muscles, piercing hazel eyes, and yummy growly sounds. Alas, I will be patient. *runs off to read the next chapter*

Author's Response: Oh, don\'t worry, there\'s plenty of growly, possessive Logan in future chapters. ;) Thanks for reading and reviewing!

Ooh I liked the Rogue & Wolverine vs. Carol fight scene. Intense. "Take me to bed, cowboy." "Fuckin' hell yeah" Yeehaw, forgive me for not leaving a longer review, but I'm pretty eager to get on to the next chapter *smirk*. Great writing.

Author's Response: Well, thanks for taking time to review in the middle! :)

I loved this chapter. Hard to believe this story hasn't gotten more reviews. The pacing is great. There's never been a dull moment. I'm really intrigued to see what happens with Jean now. Hopefully Rogue doesn't have to kill her to stop her =/. Eep! Now I gotta go read and find out. Oh, btw, "All he wanted right now was a shower and Marie. And not necessarily in that order." Loved that line.

Author's Response: Thank you, thank you! Really glad you\'re enjoying it. :) Sure, I\'d love more reviews, but I write them for me and the reviews are a plus. ;)

WOE. I got like, two sentences into this chapter last night when a drunk-ass stupid friend called me to give her a ride 'cause she didn't have the sense to save cab fare. Uh lame. Aaaannnyyywayyy....

Okay. So reading this was kinda traumatic, heh. Not really in a bad way, I just mean you portrayed everything so vividly, it really drew me in. Definitely feeling Logan's pain :(.

And then that cliffhanger at the end! Gah--wha--she's got amnesia or somethin'?! Oh gosh, okay, I gotta go read the *next* chapter now. Thanks a lot, you evil author, ruining what was supposed to be a productive half-hour :P

Author's Response: Don\'t you go telling ME I\'m a productivity ruiner, Ms. I Wrote A Story Kate Can\'t Get Enough Of!

"Jean, this is…"
"Really damn awkward, Scott."
"Well…yeah."

Loved the interaction there. I have a soft spot for your Jean. She's such a sweetheart. I hope Scott sees the light and chooses her. You've got me shipping those two as much as Rogan :P.

Cookie monster. LOL. I definitely snorted at that. It was rather unladylike. Hee.

Ah. No. Bad dreams. Bad bad bad. Dangit, Marie, you stubborn ass. Let Logan be there for you.

Oh. Hm. Firecracker and Blue, huh? I can't decide whether to be weirded out or intrigued. Intrigued is winning so far. This story's just getting better and better. Sad to think it's winding down. I dunno how you're gonna resolve all this in two more chapters 0_0;;.

Author's Response: Yeah, I never was one to put Jean on a cross and completely villify her - although I don\'t mind the Jean is a bitch storylines too much. :p I read one fanfic with Jubilee and Hank as an item and it was so fabulous so I thought I\'d hint at one here. I did wind it down although I debated just keeping it going but I didn\'t want to get bored and have the readers say, \'oh just end it already!\'. ;)

"No sweat, baby. You've earned it." Bwaaahahaha. I'll just bet she has ;).

No. Belize. That place evokes a visceral response. The last time I was there was sifting through Mayan ruins, getting pestered by monkeys, and ate up by bugs the size o' your fuckin' hand. But I'll try not to let my own bad memories of it screw up my enjoyment of the story LOL. *scrolls back up to finish reading*

Aw. I love 'spectacular ever after'. Hee. Perfect sweet fluffy ending. Thanks for writing. I really look forward to whatever you write next!

Author's Response: Ha! Well, I was going to go with Hawaii but I wanted something more exotic. So just pretend I wrote that instead! I appreciate your wonderful reviews and following this along to the end. :) Now, get back to writing some more of feral so I can indulge there!

Okay. I officially love this Logan. His thoughts, his dialogue, picking up the young professional at the bar, waking up disoriented--just perfect, perfect characterization.

Whew. That last scene was intense. I can't wait to see how this plays out, and what the heck Jean has to do with it all! Eagerly awaiting the next chapter :).

Author's Response: I am so glad you are liking this characterization of Logan. He has to do some very uncharacteristic things in these next few chapters, which is making it quite difficult! Thanks so much for your review.

Yayeeeee. I still haven't read most of your already-completed stories, but this was an interesting start and I definitely look forward to following along as you write it. And I'll get around to those other stories too, someday, lol. Nice to see the First Class mutants brought in. I look forward to seeing what you do with them.

Author's Response: Thanks so much for reviewing! I have no problems with you not reading my prior stuff if that\'s what keeps you updating \"Feral.\" It is an awesome fic, and I do a little happy dance every time there\'s a new chapter. I\'m glad you like the mash-up of First Class mutants with the X-Men from the other movies. There\'s some issues with age there, but what the heck. If Mystique turns out to be smokin\' hot at 60, everyone has an excuse for not aging, right? Besides, AU covers all manner of sins.

The interaction between Rogue and Shaw was just haunting. Perfectly tense and creepy. Such a realistic dynamic there, and I love how this mystery is just unfolding like a flower--no exposition, no fantastical leaps, just layers being slowly peeled away. Can't wait to see what it eventually reveals.

The idea of Logan's lockpicking prowess was totally cool, and definitely believable. One of those 'Huh, wish I'd thoughta that' ideas :P.

That moment in Shaw's office, when he bursts in on Rogue also snooping around--Ha! I could just picture it, made me laugh out loud.

Thanks for the speedy update. Don't try to rush genius or anything, but I do look forward eagerly to the next update. Especially curious about Azazel's role in all of this *eyebrow raise*

Author's Response: I\'m glad you liked the interaction between Rogue and Shaw. I was worried that it was getting a little soap-opera-esque...he\'s just so *evil*. I\'m glad you found it falling on the more realistic emotionally-abusive-dirtbag side, which is what I was going for. I\'m especially glad to hear you like the pace of things...I was so tempted to just spill the whole plot in the first chapter it\'s good to know I\'m letting details out in a way that seems natural. And yes, there will definitely be more Azazel coming up!

"...choking back the Wolverine’s sudden desire to tear Azazel’s throat out with his teeth."

Glad he managed to choke back that desire. That would be . . . yucky.

The tension, the tension! I'm really liking the character dynamics here. Is it an insult to say that you write scummy lowlifes really well? 'Cause I mean it as a compliment. Seriously. They're so . . . hateable.

What does Jean have to do with all this?! *bites nails* Oh well. Guess I'll wait 'til the next chapter to find out. Thanks for getting this out in spite of the crazy weather. You actually made me smile, reading this during the genetics lab from hell . . . my labmates must think I'm nuts =D

Author's Response: Yeah, that would have been pretty gross. ;-) I\'m glad you like my scummy lowlifes. That\'s definitely a compliment. I think your questions about Jean were at least partially answered in the next chapter. So glad to have made you smile in a bad lab. Thanks again for being such a great reviewer!