Author's Note:

I'm currently in the process of completely overhauling this story. I originally started this story when I was, um, eight years younger than I am now (not telling!), and my writing style and preferences have changed dramatically since then. I've also learned the glories of outlining. In any case, much of what is already here will be in the new story, which I will repost under a new heading. It'll just be much better planned and written. If you currently have this story in your favorites, bear with me and I'll post a notice here when the new story goes up.