Oh thanks so much. I was nervous about posting this as it turned in a completely unexpected direction.

Yeah, I don't do short very well. I really need to work on that, but I'm glad you enjoyed the whole thing.

Yes those stories certainly can, especially when they're scary.

Yep, Lex is trying so hard to be good. I actually plan to use this as a jumping off fic for a friend's b-day later this month. It'll work perfectly for what she wants. So, Lex is soon going to have his resolve tested quite strenuously. *G*

Thanks again for letting me know you enjoyed this.