I loved how, although this is definitely the darkest chapter, you still included a bit of lightness the the beginning and end. But let's get down to business:

It closes the arc really well, to have them have this conversation here, after Miles's question about Grant in the first chapter. I loved how Tris simply stated "I'm ready to talk about it now", and Miles suddenly straightened up, adapting to the changed mood instantly.

Although we learn in Next Class that Tristan didn't actually go all the way with Yates, your retelling of the events sounds very true and believable. And it was easy to imagine Tristan processing his thoughts himself, before this chat, stating to change his perspective from "we were in love" to "he used me".

And Miles... you did such a good job with him, here. You really showed how caring he can be, in the little things and little gestures. My favourite was when he reached Tris by the window, "sure to give him space but waning to make himself available at any moment's notice". And his surprise at learning how much pain the lack of romance had caused Tristan over the years.

Again, you did a killer job with these two. You truly understand them so well, and it's a real pleasure to read it :)

Ahahah, the way Tris pronounces "overtime" at the beginning, with disgust in his voice, I could so picture it! Aw Tris, so precious.
Zoe crashing their date was hilarious, seriously. I laughed so hard when Tris jumps to his feet, and Zoe misinterprets his reaction and goes all offended with that "we didn't hook up!" line. Ahahah, seriously, the comedic timing was just perfect!
And of course, the final scene. Them blurting out the same excuse in sync, and Zoe's clueless "Have fun, then." And I love Tristan being the rough one, pushing Miles against the wall to make out. Tris might be gentle and sweet, but he definitely has passion!
The ending was so perfect, with their knuckles lightly brushing as they're not comfortable holding hands yet, but they still want to be close. Too much cuteness!

It's incredible what you managed to do with dialogue here. Just dialogue, not even a little hint of inner thoughts or facial expressions. Still, it is so perfect, and so *them* that you don't ned anything else to picture this scene in every little detail!

Like, the hesitation in Tristan voice as he trails off thinking about Yates. How Miles immediately picks it up, and distracts him by asking the first unimportant but unrelated question that comes to his mind. Or the little look of exultation on Miles face as Tris admits trying basketball for him. Or the mocking glare Tris would give him while commenting on his fashion sense. All too perfect!

And the Eclare, and the subtle reference to Mr H. and his expectations, and the final scene. This piece was too sweet 3

I have officially started my re-read of your Triles missing moments, and this time I thought I'd leave you a review :) As I told you before, I think you are very gifted with these two. You Tristan is so real you can definitely picture him saying his line exactly as you wrote them, and I think you portray Miles pretty accurately as well! But let's dive into the story, shall we...

This first part was adorable. I love how you capture that fluff and excitement that comes with the start of a new relationship, while at the same time mixing it with the darkness that hovers on this one (like creepo Yates), and the insecurities that Tris legitimately has, given that Miles was (apparently) not into guys nor into him until two seconds ago.

The part about Tristan asking Miles about Maya was spot on, on both of them: Tris is obviously insecure about it, and you capture it very well in subtly describing his nervous hesitation (the whispering, the tight grip on the ball...) And I love that you have Miles taking his time to answer, thinking about it seriously, and acknowledging that he did indeed love Maya once. I never appreciate when Triles sippers dismiss his past relationship as unimportant, because Maya was obviously very important for Miles at the time, and - as you show - it is possible to acknowledge that while still showing he moved on. It doesn't have to take anything away from his relationship with Tris.

"He needed someone and for the first time it wasn't her" is my favourite sentence of this first part. Tris was not a game to Miles, ever, and you show that here; but you also acknowledge what I think is the fault of all of Miles's relationships up to this point: that he feels like he *needs* someone, and that this someone has to be the one person who will be there for him no matter what. While actually relationships don't exactly work like that.

Good work here, off to review the next part now!

They're. Too. Cute. Also, was that last line a reference to when he said it in the show? :P

This started off so sweet and then so slowly yet perfectly fell into that gut wrenching feeling of despair. I really don't know how you do it. The way you reconnected and explained Tristan's side of the Yates situation and what he's come to realize was brilliant and so well thought out. I really liked that you used Winston's confession to help that along. I think that should have been a big turning point for Tristan.

Still don't know how I never reviewed this one, and I've read it enough times I know exactly what's going to happen. 0_o

Mama ;) Nice touch on both of the Milligan boy's interests. I like that although they differ greatly, it seemed as though neither boy was completely opposed to the activity of the other's choosing by the end of the night.

Obsessed with your subtle gestures like rubbing circles on Tristan's back.

Not surprised Zoe is there to ruin things yet again. Nothing can ever go smoothly with her around. The fact that her presence didn't let Miles stop him though. Bless. His desire for Tristan is so strong.

I've meant to ask you before what the connection is with Maya wearing pink?

Movie marathon ;) Oh please. They're not gonna get past the opening credits after a sexual tension like that.

I'm sad to see this is complete but I have to say this might be my favorite Triles fic I've read. I think the time they had during spring break was crucial in fostering those romantic feelings Miles had developed for Tristan by the end of 13x40 and what he was defending to everyone in the beginning of 14a. This story did such a good job of showing that deep connection and why they really worked on a friendship level and as a couple. This last chapter was especially heartbreaking and one of the reasons I feel the show really dropped the ball on the Yates thing because delving into the ramifications of it all had so much potential.

Tristan saying no one's ever held him that way made me so sad. Goes to show Grant never showed him any real genuine affection ugh ;-; I liked how Tristan seemed to finally come to a point where he trusted Miles enough i guess was just ready to talk about it. And the ending made me chuckle. Great fic

I have to say this was my absolute favorite so far. I actually got really angry at one point because of how things went down during their breakup and had to remind myself that this heart to heart didn't actually happen on the show. Lol.

Seriously though this was really lovely and sad and one of the major reasons I wish they would address the whole Yates situation on the show. I feel like the lack of insight into how Tristan was really affected by it all is a big part of why a lot of the fandom are unable to empathize with Tristan's character.

I loved that Tristan felt comfortable enough to finally open up to Miles about what happened. And dont think I missed that line about Tristan not wanting to burden Miles. Tristan has always been the best kind of friend to Miles and that's one of the things I love about him and their relationship.

Im glad Miles acknowledged that there was a lot going on with Tristan that he wasn't aware of. And I feel like a lot of that is because Tristan was always putting Miles' needs first, even above his own. It was sweet seeing Miles wanting to just be there for Tris for once instead of the other way around.

I think what I really love about this chapter is that you really get accross how horrible what happened to Tristan really was. I think a lot of people still don't grasp the level of manipulation that went on in that 'relationship'. Tristan was 15 and Mr. Yates saw how desperate he was for love (and I say that with the belief that there is nothing wrong with a kid that age desperately wanting someone to feel that way about them. Doesn't every kid feel that way at some point?) and he used it to his advantage. He used his position to make Tristan feel less than by excluding him from the literature group, he gave him that book to plant the seed that a teacher and student could have some sort of epic romance, he gave him alcohol to make him more pliant, and then he shamed him into going further than he was comfortable with sexually. Mr. Yates was the very definition of a predator.

This chapter really delved into everything Tristan was feeling, before, during and after what happened with Yates, and if they do actually address it in the show I hope they do even half as good a job as you did with this.

This was truly outstanding and I loved every word of it!

I loved everything. Zoe being oblivious, Miles being mischievous and our boys playing footsie under the table. This was just really cute. Lol at Zoe thinking Tristan's mind went to the gutter when she told him about her and Maya. Tbh I thought it might have headed there for a sec too when I first watched the episode. I'm really enjoying these missing moments. Thanks for writing and sharing them and I hope to read more soon!

This was really adorable. I was smiling the whole way through. I like that Miles was so interested in finding out more about Tristan and who he was before they met. I feel like Tristan is always putting in so much effort when it comes to getting to know Miles, being there for him and being supportive of him that it was really nice to see their roles reversed. I really enjoyed their exchange. This was perfect!

Finally, here we come on to 'Breakfast', which is battling fiercely between 'Spring' as clinching my spot as favourite out of these three ridiculously amazing one-shots. I love all of them, for different reasons. But there is something about this one that keeps digging at me, so I don't overlook it.

As I have said I think in every one of these reviews straight away AGAIN you manage to get Tristan in character so I've got a picture of him in my head, saying your words as you've written them and that talent just astounds me. 'Overtime, with a shudder.' It really is fantastic characterisation and you should be so proud of how on point you are with him every single time you write. Got to say I do adore how you make it so clear that even though basketball Tris is out and about, theatre kid Tris is never going anywhere. The dramatic element to his character is so much fun and I never want that taken away from him.

The rubbing circles on Tristan's back, such a sweet intimate gesture. I love small little things like that and I know a lot of your other readers will be appreciating such detail just as much as I am. I love angsty Miles because he knows he needs to take every free moment he can get with Tristan. Literally who the hell is he without Tristan? Actually, never mind I don't even want to know. :')

French sweet nothings. *fans self* I'll volunteer to listen to those any time.

The fantastic silent interaction between Tris and Miles when Zoe interrupts them is just classic. I can envisage it now. Miles all moody with Tris chucking him an apologetic smile. The choice of words with 'share his date' made me feel all butterfly-ish. The idea of Miles being all protective over his time with Tris is just something I NEED to read more about aha.

It's so adorable how Tris tries to keep Miles involved with the conversation even though he clearly isn't interested and has nothing to say. :') Great context to the chapter with Zoe mentioning how her and Maya are on better terms now, was interesting to see the reactions to the revelation aha!
I doubled up laughing at Tristan requiring, as Miles put it, a Full Gossip Report. I'm legit still chuckling at that now. :') Gossip Girls xoxoxoxoxox It's so Tristan and I love him for it so much.

And then you naughty devil comes that delicious game of footsie under the table. I can't lie I think this was when I stood to attention and got over-excited about this chapter aha! It gets me that Miles initiates it, but your descriptions are so well executed and articulate that I literally felt like I was watching the scene unravel in my head as I read it. I literally wrote in my notes 'I can't breathe.' :'D

Miles has clearly got some multitasking talents going on there! Eating a croissant whilst untying Tristan's laces. Master of seduction, you just watch aha. The part where Tristan practically moaned into his yoghurt made me giggle so hard! The yawning and stretching whilst he drives Tristan cray under the table is so sexy. Like I need to see them interact like this aha.

Great quote there about Zoe captivating her audience. I can totally see her sitting there swishing her hair around loving having all eyes on her. I found myself smiling at Zoe's comment about getting their minds out of the gutter. Considering that was how they kissed and made up I'm not surprised that's what the boys had in mind.

MOVIE MARATHON in unison. Just brilliant. :')

And then it's get a bit heated up in here! I actually didn't expect this to get as rough and tumble as it did and I definitely wasn't complaining! I have a real weakness for Tristan in control, there is something so delicious about the idea of him taking Miles down a few pegs after he pushed his luck in the cafe. 'Sweet torture'. Great choice of words, such a good expression in general.

Miles wrapping his arms around Tristan's neck, the kissing, the moaning, the hips and then the foreheads. Oh girl this was completely where this chapter just whisked me off into my own little M rated version of heaven for a second. Such good writing. I can still see that you are becoming more and more confident with these types of scenes and you should be. They improve every single time and gave me goosebumps tonight!

The knuckles brushing. Such a lovely way to end such a gorgeous collection so far. It has been a pleasure to read and review tonight and I don't know which one is my favourite. But these three little babies are going to be cherished by me and re-read countless times, I know it already :) xx

Okay so here we are, on to 'Life.' Now on instinct, I love dialogue. I LOVE character conversations. I love scenes that appear unimportant but actually means everything. So, when I saw that this was just one long conversation I immediately strapped myself back into the rollercoaster that I know you will take me on even though I thought I'd just got off after reading 'Spring'!

I love how this begins and ends actually as just a simple casual conversation. It took me a second or so to work out who was who, and I did get confused somewhere along the middle but it a way I sort of like that because in weird ways, these two are so similar sometimes. I like how the atmosphere in this chapter changes, it's much lighter, much more comedic and is a nice contrast to the previous work. (I don't think my heart could have taken much more after that aha!)

For example, I love the 'anti-carb' comment from Tristan, perfectly in character as usual. Also think it's important to note the 'How long have you known me' line. This is something I've thought about before. There is so much that Miles doesn't know about Tris, and if he does know it, we never see them have conversations like this so we don't know that he knows! I like the feeling you create here that they are completely comfortable with each other and are enjoying learning more in depth things about each other's personalities.

I love the Eclair reference, the Paris references. Such amazing throwbacks. The 'Now you have to make it up to me.' line is just so cheeky and fun. I find them so endearing as a couple when they interact like this. Something that I think you do fantastically here is portray how Miles just seems to get Tristan. There are no judgements about his likes and dislikes, even if they differ from his own. He comes across completely accepting of him and that's important because Tris doesn't have many guys in his life that are like that.

I can't help but hold a special place in my heart for the 'Just trying to evolve as a human being' line. Doesn't that just sum up pretty much exactly what all of us are trying to do all of the time. It sounds quite Lyle, and I like that about it too, because it's perfect for both character and actor here. And well, we all knew that Tris tried out for the basketball team because of Miles but it's always great to have it confirmed aha! The 'I would have followed you' line from Miles is also just as damn precious! Aw, these two give me so many cutesy feels here!

I think Tris's comments about Miles's style are just so on point. I can actually hear him saying the the words you right and everything would just sound so right coming out of his mouth. We know he loves the Little Boy Blue look on the sly!

It's so so sweet to read Miles sitting there thinking about long term plans for him and Tris e.g. the clothing line. (I actually think 'Tristan' is sort of the perfect name, it's simple and sort of sultry, I don't know it's growing on me!) I wish we got to hear more in depth thoughts towards where Miles believed their relationship to be heading in the show before things went so wrong.

Also kudo's for the 'promise me' line. There's something about the idea of these two making promises that just sends shivers down my spine. This is an example of a beautiful interaction between the boys that was completely neglected on the show and you have done so well to make if feel so natural.

OH.
Kisses, preferably of the French variety.
You are so cheeky. ;)

Oh my god. Okay right, I'm going to review this just like you asked me to, one by one. But let me just warn you now I'm going in. Because this. THIS. Is my favourite collection of yours ever. I literally can't think straight because I am enamoured by this writing and I literally have no idea how I'm going to compose myself enough to get out everything I think and feel about this damn masterpiece and still make sense. I have made notes on each chapter and I will do my best to give this the credit it deserves as I go along.

So. When starting here with 'Spring' it literally took me a few seconds to clock on to where we were in their story and once I did realise I started getting hysterical because if there was ever a scene I wanted to see more, it's this one. I'm still so excited to know I get to come back and read this again and again. ANYWAY. Sorry I need some self control right now.

How much of a f***ing amazing idea is it to have our two boys break the ice and get rid of any awkward tension by playing a game of basketball. It's so perfect I literally don't understand why this scene wasn't written for the show. I just love the word 'confession'. I made a note of this because I wanted to tell you how well I think it fits, there was something about their kiss in Thunderstruck that felt so private, so personal. There was such trust there and it felt like that to me, it felt like a confession.

You have a stunning mind. You seriously do. The idea of them playing this game with each other, breaking the ice but keeping that chemistry there. Keeping it sizzling somewhere deep inside as they ask what they really want to know. AH I JUST CAN'T. THE GAME IS SO ON. I melted at the idea of Miles leading the way to the court, ready to tease him, ready to play. He's so eager to show him he's not afraid and that is just so sexy.

'Are you staying in town for Spring Break?' This is such a hot question. Because it asks what he wants to know, but without actually having to ask it. I love Tristan's grin. I just love the atmosphere it creates, it's so inviting and sexy and playful.

You. Have. My. Number. That is one of the most fulfilling sentences I've ever read and I don't know what more I can say about those divine four words.

I love that Tristan's confident around Miles, and that he can play just as well as he can. THIS is why they make such a good couple, because they challenge each other. Because they push each other to their limits without trampling over each other. (well they used too anyway -_-) I want this fic as real life.

Then comes Tristan asking to keep things secret. I bloody love this because no one expect that. No one ever thought it was going to be Tris who wanted to keep things under wraps. Everyone assumed he would be running round shoving it in everyone's faces, telling anyone who would listen. It's so important that he wants things on the downlow, the comparison between this relationship and Tris/Yates is so different and yet we have to remember the effects it's obviously had on Tristan's character. He knows they have to work things out before they go public. Oh yeah, that's another thing. The use of 'WE' in Miles's confirmation he won't say anything. Making decisions together. *heart flutters*.

'How pretty he looked. Smiling just for him.' Excuse me while I decide between shattering into a million love hearts or simply melting into the floor. That is one of the best examples of writing romantically without being cheesy I think I have ever read.

The Yates question. I wonder if Miles even really wants to know? I think probably not, but as already mentioned. Confessions are important. It was hard to imagine the pain flickering over Tristan but so beautiful for him to say 'I might.' That is placing such trust in Miles you can't really ask for much more, especially at a time when that whole experience is still so raw for him.

The Maya question. So relevant. Just so damn important. When your a teenager ex's are a big worry. They go to the same school, they are still in your other half's life. It's extremely difficult to trust someone knowing that their ex is still hovering around them. It's obviously going to be an important issue that they need to tackle but the way you allowed Miles to think about it and still give a honest, genuine answer that didn't dash any hopes was so fantastic. That line, if he wanted to still be with her he would be at the dance. NO ONE EVER MENTIONS THIS AND I THINK THIS ALL THE TIME. 'You and I both know what happened instead.' I think my heart's stopped beating.

Then comes the kisses, those gorgeous sweet kisses. The chest hands, that we know so well. The differences between making out with his ex. It doesn't go too far, it's just right.

And then comes that last stunning line. 'He'd only look back to say goodbye.' This hits hard because it reminds me of 14x10, but it's so amazing because it's true. This honestly. Has just destroyed me. The feels are just epic and I think i'm going to have to move on to the next one now before I actually pass out. So... swiftly moving on.