Okay, in my typical Laura way, I’m going to be sort of evil. Yes, this is a sequel. Yes, it is a sequel to a fic that ended on a not so happy note. And it’s really, really important that you know one thing: if you’re looking for happiness here, Pacey/Joey or otherwise, you’re reading the wrong story.

This one is dark. And disturbing. Possibly bleak. There is no happy ending here. If you want a happy ending, go back and read “Love Like Strangers” and pretend it ends however you want it to, because I don’t want you to read this and get pissed off at me. Actually, I don’t care if you do, I’m just not going to respond. You’ve been warned.

Secondly, this fic is in no way for younger readers. I’m not talking your typical “don’t read this because of sexual content, even though I know you’re going to do so”. I’m not talking about kids and teens reading it for the naughty sexual thrill. This isn’t an NC-17 story because there’s sex in it. This is a mature themed story and it’s not for kids. Hell, it’s not for a lot of adults.

There’s an underlying sense of violence to this fic. And I feel it should be said outright that although I don’t condone the actions of some of the characters, this sort of thing does happen. This sort of violence and fear is out there, even where you don’t expect it, maybe especially where you don’t expect it.

This isn’t a nice fic. Read it at your own risk.