This episode really was a turning point and you captured that beautifully. I think you turned the very interesting tumblr post (thanks for the recommendation!) into a very well written glimpse into Red's mind - it's a great addition to what was shown in the series.

People got rid of damaged objects. *shivers* Oh god, I don't even have words. This whole thing is so poignant. That scene was so heartrending and perfect. The things Spader can make me feel just by looking at his face and listening to his voice. And this work of art is the perfect complement to that episode! So many feels!

wonderful story and I loved that moment when Red thought he was going to die and all he could think of was Liz

Beautiful and spot on!

I'll never understand why they wouldn't let Red buy himself.

Sometimes I do think Liz misunderstands him on purpose...twists his words so that no matter what he says he comes out the bad guy. It's infuriating for everyone.

And every fangirl loves damaged goods.

You are exactly right. Contract invalid.

"Terrifying and glorious..." Spot on girl.

I've been writing meta posts for a while now but rarely do they receive such an honor. Thanks so much for elevating it to this level.

"He'd survived. Because of her.
She'd survived. In spite of him.
He was alive. And she valued that."

Brilliant, true, and beautiful.
Thank you.

No matter where you get your inspiration (yes, roominthecastle's post is awesome) you always do these characters justice. Loved Red's introspection here and those lines about surving? Perfection.
p.s. have you read A Neat Monster? If you haven't I would highly recommend it! :)

This is wonderful and I will look up roominthecastle's post; it must be fabulous to have inspired such a well written tale.

You have given us a wonderful yet sad view of how Red sees his world...that he saw himself as having no real value , then Lizzie, his Lizzie. ...Placing value on him... A truth like an elephant in the room that is now his...I loved every word!...Thank You!

This is a wonderful story. Thanks for sharing.

This was perfection. You never disappoint! And yes roominthecastle's original post is genius. Thank you for writing this, it's very poetic and very beautiful, as is the post and as are the scenes described from the episode. I hope you'll get inspired some more and looking forward to more of Gestalt.

Wow. Just, wow.

Beautiful. Once again. I love these sentences : "He'd survived. Because of her. She'd survived. In spite of him." It's so true!