Thanks for the comments guys.
I guess you guys, right at this moment, at this point of the story, are wishing I'd never started Part IV, huh?
You're kidding, right? I LOVE this story, no matter how it goes! I've been hooked from the start, and I want to know what is happening with Dave and Ra, whatever that may be! They are characters that I've come to Care about!
And, yeah!, I think Dave is being a jerk right now, too! But, hey!, that was a pretty big bomb dropped at his feet!
I do think Ra has the right perspective. It is an opportunity that can enhance both of their lives, together, with a "bit" of sacrifice. It will be a True test of the Bond between them! I'm impressed with Ra's unshakable confidence!

(Which explains his frustration with Dave's, not so confident, reaction.)
If I were Dave, and truly loved Ra as deeply as Dave thinks he does, I would do whatever I could to support Ra in his decision and direction. Will it be easy? Hell NO! But, as "they" say, "If you really Love someone, you must first be willing to let them go. If they return to you, they are truly yours. And, if they don't, they were never really yours in the first place."
I hope that Dave realizes that, after he's had some time to cool down, and process what's actually at stake. And, then, if I were him, I'd find a way to get my ass to San Fran-fucking-cisco, too!
"Let them go ..." Sure! But, that doesn't mean letting them get completely out of sight, either!
Eagerly looking forward to MORE!!!

(< JAG typing)
Keep smilin'!!


Chaz
