*dies*

Banned from sixteen beaches? Yikes. That is really something. I hope the ban is gone for some now, I mean if this was from when they were kids, then they should get a second chance, right? Anyway, it sounds interesting and fun.

It sounds like Thatch is back to his cheery self, but I'm not sure if that's a good thing or not... Can't decide. I want him to be cheery and a goofball, but ... everything was just ... heartbreaking. You can't go back to be who you were. Well, you can still be cheery and a goofball though. We'll see what impact all this have on the dork(s).

Whelp I totally want to hug Marco even more now. So much pain he's hiding. Still keeping secrets, regrets and sadness. My poor birb. The content of the nightmares wasn't much of a surprise. I knew it had something to do with his past and real parents, I just didn't expect it to be a fire and I do not like the implications I read between the lines. Not telling here what it is.
Oyaji should tell Marco what he knows. It might help on the nightmares, but they could also get worse. However, he deserves to know, deserves to have some closure.

I totally agree with you Ace and Haruta, but sometimes these endings are the best, bc then I can let my imagination take over. ThoughknowingmeIwilltotallybemeananddosomeangst.

You and me both, Thatchy. I want Veve to say it clearly, but I don't mind reading between the lines.

Bois be careful with those sparkles. I need Veve to be safe and alright, so Marco you better protect her, got it? She's precious.

Aww thank you for the shoutout. That was really, really nice of you. And for now I can't get tired of MaTch at all. They are my soul and OTP. I also love our conversation about this and everything else. You're my friend - no more like my sister now. *hugs* Lots of Love from me to you, girl.

As for review of this chapter.

*heart breaks* Whelp, now I need to put the pieces together somehow. Again. At least I'm somewhat an expert in cluing my heart together.

How dare you? My poor bois, but dang this is the perfect ending. I mean, they talked and while some things were harsh, it makes completely sense. Thatch hurt Marco and not just once. I think Marco has been very patient and tried to understand, but in the end, his heart was broken. It can be clued together again, but it'll never be as good as it was.

I really should read all this over again to know what Marco's nightmares were about, bc I can't remember and while we've talked about it, you never really gave me a clear answer. Or maybe you did and I've forgotten? My memories are always a mess. I barely remember half of what I write myself or my head canons XD.

Ace so deserves his gifts. They're perfect for him. He was such a great brother and friend to them through this. He's so going to show this off to Sabo and Luffy. The fun the trio will have together now...

Aww I LOVE~ Oyaji's gifts so much. Well, the second one and they made him cry, but it was happy tears. He surely deserves that. That picture will have a special place in the house, I just know it. It's so touching and showing that they know their father.
I loved how Marco was slightly scolding him and it was a fun gimmeck. And Thatch's suggestions. Wouldn't be them if they didn't do this, even through a note.

The open ending sure is good, but also annoying. I wanna know for sure what they decided on. Somehow I think they decided they both were too broken to stay together as a couple, but that they could stay together as brothers. It hurts my MaTch heart to think of this, but with everything that has happened and with Marco saying that had he been anyone else, they would have left, it is only a logical conclusion.

On the other hand, I want them to try continue and from now be honest with each other, learning to talk to each other about things that isn't easy to talk about. That they have found a common foundation where they can built up their relationship again.

Anyway, I love this. it showed that even an OTP can have so much trouble that they break each other. Oh and that love isn't always enough to built a relationship on. It's only part of it.

Now I'm looking forward to the epilogue, bc I love to know more, even if it's short and nothing special.

*cries a river*

Hit me right in the feels, girl. Dang Oyaji is an amazing father. He loves his sons so much that he will risk them being annoyed and upset with him, because he mingles with their affairs and forces them to talk to him.

However, I think he did the right thing, as both needed to put words onto their thoughts and feelings. They've been overthinking everything and pushed everything else aside. Not healthy for either of them.

I do agree with Marco that is has to be Thatch speaking first. After all, whenever Marco tried, everything went bad. And Oyaji is right. If they can't talk about it as friends or lover, they need to talk about it as family. Because they're still family. Maybe it'll make it easier for them to talk about it.

My poor birb. He is really suffering. Not only the bent relationship with Thatch, but the nightmares too and lack of sleep. I really just wanna hug him all night and reassure him that everything will work out.

Still keeping Marco's nightmares a secret, hmm? Not that I mind it that much. It really makes me curious and I love the fact that Oyaji actually knows, bc Marco once told him.

Marco being OOC? Not when thinking about the mental and emotional stress he's going through and topping that with exhausted. Then he acts just as he should.

Marco, Thatch. I love the both of you so much and I really hope that with Oyaji's help, you can finally start talking about things. Please stay healthy. Physically and mentally.

MY POOR HEART. *tries to prevent it from shattering*

Thatch... IjustwanttofreakingturnbacktimeandgetlittleThatchawayfromhisparentsbeforetheyhurthimtoodeeply.
My god Thatch I'm so, so, so sorry you went through such a harsh thing as a child. You didn't deserve that. Please talk to someone about it. You need to heal. Like go and rip the bad things apart and burn it.

Marco... IwishIcouldcomeandgiveyouabighugcuddleandsnugglewithyouuntilyousleepwithoutanightmare
Nightmares are the worst thing and will take a lot of energy from you. I wish I could simply take them from you and throw them into the deepest pit on earth, just so you can sleep peacefully, though I know it's not possible. So I just want to listen to them and help you through them.

This is really not going to be easy for either of them. Both scarred and unable to really talk about it. This is the toxic in their relationship. The past that is hunting them both. They really need to talk about these things with each other or I am sure it'll kill their relationship. Or at least they need to talk about it with someone and starts healing from it. As things are, it is likely it will be the thing that tear them apart, no matter how much they love each other.

Also I don NOT like what you're hinting at with Marco there, girl. Nope. On the other side, I freaking LOVE that Thatch isn't the only one with something troubling his soul. Both are damaged in some way. If they can talk about it with each other, it might strengthen their relationship. I hope.

WhytheheckdidIreadthisjustbeforeigotobedgoddamit?

OMG my heart :'( This really breaks my heart a little, but on the other side, I love it. How everything seems to fall apart, how this thing is leaving a huge scar on both of them. I cried, because it's so sad and I just want them to be happy.
Especially the last words from Thatch had me tear up. Gosh I love this coupe so much and I don't want them to break up, though this seems like something that could break them apart, if not talked through.

I do love that you didn't simply wrote about how they talked about it within a short time and then everything was good, as this is something they really disagree about and it takes more than just a little conversation to become better.

Also, this does raise a question for Thatchy. Don't you trust Marco? Your reason for not marrying him is of course not something I would dismiss as stubbornness, as it affects you, but why can't you trust Marco with it? Especially when knowing how much he loves you and wants to marry you? I know it's hard, but who said love was just sugar and fluffiness? You really need to have an honest and very hard conversation with him. Or else I fear this will break you both.

I know the title says bent not broken, but girl, this still gets under my skin and I just wanna hold them both and ease their pain.

Can't wait to see what comes next and how this will end, as the ending is open and it can go a few ways.

Nooooo! It was all going so welll!

Girl, I wish I had such a wonderful and perfect start of my anniversary. Well, I've been at a very high classed and expensive spa with my bf (for one night, with two different massage, three facial treatment (I got one), a three meal course, access to different pools and breakfast buffet - around 5000 DDK around 725 USD), but I've never been to a high class restaurant. Bf is really picky about his food, so it's hard to even go to a restaurant XD

Anyway, this was such a perfect start of their anniversary. They both got very relaxed, understood how important it was that they did something like this with each other again and just being a couple. I loved the light teasing, them being silly and even Marco being childlike - heissodangcutewhenheislikethis - and the sappiness too.

Then it was ruined. Oh Marco, you really messed up and ruined your anniversary. My heart cries for both of you. Sure, I can understand why you would propose, the day has been perfect so far, you both were like newly in love again and everything seemed so perfect. You were caught in the moment and your spirit high, but you forgot something. You forgot that you hadn't talked through it with Thatch.
Speaking of Thatch. My sweet cook. I am so sorry that your special day ended like this. *offers a hug* Please, please don't stay mad at Marco and talk it through with him, okay? You both need to do this or else you'll get hurt over and over and that could strain your relationship and I know you don't want that.

Now I wonder what else had been planned for them, but I have an idea ( ͡ ͜ʖ ͡) Especially after Oyaji's suggestion on how they should end their anniversary.

Well, back to the beginning. I can't believe you made a promo for one of my stories and me. Thank you so much. This made me smile and happy and all giddy. Especially for my MaTch marriage story. Which took like forever to take form, mind you. Anyway, thank you Veve. It really means a lot to me.

Speaking of us. I laughed so hard when Thatch said it's not like we're making stories or so about them Boi, you have no idea. And the light flirting. Priceless. I loved this part so much. It was light and sweet. You and I know how to make these two love dorks feel relaxed. So perfect. And I love the conversation between you and I, besides the conversation between the four of us. Lovely and perfect. (Oh and the extra tips will be used for something really good).

I love how Sheila was their waitress and helped Thatch tease Marco. She was so professional too 3

And now I totally forgot the tuxedo scenes. Poor Izo for dealing with Thatch's inability to tie a tie, though to be fair, Thatch did warn him. And Oyaji to the rescue.
Now I really, really want someone to draw Marco and Thatch is those tux's. Just the image I got in my mind was making me swoon XD. Also, I love how Thatch isn't fond of tux's, it reminds me of my bf (who would never wear one, no matter what). Anyway, their reaction to seeing each other in tux's was BEAUTIFUL. Oyaji I want to see those pics, please.

This chapter was so beautiful long and perfect. Yes, even with the ending and I totally understand why you wrote it like this. These part chapters showed that even Thatch's and Marco's relationship isn't as perfect as we thought (or keep making them XD).

Okay this took forever to write and I probably forgot to react to a few things, sorry if I did.

Now I can't wait to the next chapter either. Will they ever sort this mess out? Or will this end their relationship and maybe even their friendship. Will it end in a heartbreak or two? Well, Marco is heartbroken now, but will it be forever? Only you have an idea.

So awkward, but understandable.

Now I'm worried though. About the birb. I do understand why he wants to wait, but still... Well, I guess I have to wait.

Oh I hope Marco gets to sleep better and that the nightmares leaves (I wonder what they were about).

Now let the boys enjoy their anniversary and each other.

Oh I forgot to say this for the last chapter. I loved how Oyaji implied that they passionately hugged to end their anniversary. It made me laughed so hard. So much embarrassment. Lol

My heart cries for you, Marco. Good thing you went to talk to Oyaji. He's such a great father and knows how to take good care of his family. You should have done it earlier, you know.

And you Thatch. You really should think about Marc's feelings too about the topic of marriage. So get your mind straight (lol) and talk about it with the man you love. Understood?

Anyway, Ace you are the best friend EVER. So loving and caring. You deserve your favorite meal(s) and hugs. If Thatch and Marco isn't giving it to you, I will and that's a promise.

This chapter made my heart cry and laugh. Two saviors. Ace and Oyaji. They deserve the best.

Well you definitely succeeded on awkward!
Well done ;)

Aww Marco *offers hugs*. My heart is aching with yours. These topics are hard, but believe me, you have to talk with Thatch about it. Or else I fear that it'll break you apart. Not just you, but your relationship. You need to be able to talk about your dreams and thoughts on your future.

Gosh this is heavy reading, but I love it. And I saw what you did in the last chapter, btw, I just forgot to comment on it. Thatchy. It's time. Have. That. Talk. NOW.

Anyway, I can't wait to see how this will end. With heartbreak? Or with happiness? Both things seems possible.

Coming in late - again.

Holy damn. That was heavy, though you tried to keep it a little light. Poor Marco. I can almost feel his pain and insecurity about the topic. Now I wanna kick Thatch's butt for some reason.

Also, Ace you amazing piece of art. You're such a great friend. You might tease them, but when things are serious and your friend need some advice - whether they want it or not - you come through and I love that about you. Never stop being an amazing friend.

Oh Luffy, you wonderful innocent and blunt boy. I wanna hug you and kick you. Still, I do understand your thoughts and questions.

I love that they have movie nights together. It's so nice.

Well, off to read the next chapter.

Yay! More Match!
At some point Ace is gonna get kicked out for a day or so, i think that much...
Maybe some day trips to places?

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Such a wonderful and cute little sappy story. LOVE IT. You're the best, hon. Brought forth a smile and a squeak from the cuteness of it.

Poor Thatch at first. Marco you should have told him about Mr. Polar. Just don't EVER take the teddy without Thatchy knowing about it. We need him calm and happy, okay? Mr. Polar is as precious to him as you are. Even if you did it for a good reason. There's just something you can't do in secrecy.

Also those love letters are freaking AMAZING. The written words can make your heart flutter and bring forth happiness, even if you're alone. Marco writing love letters is both adorable and awesome. Thatch is so darn lucky. To have snatched the heart of the Phoenix.

Can we also agree that those two are both dorks and should have been realizing LONG ago that they had the hot for each other? Anyway, they're together now and that's all that matters. Now get all the cuddles, snuggles and kisses you can get. Because there's nothing like now.

I love the idea of Marco reading his love letters out loud for Thatch. Or poems. Like they are lying on the bed or just sitting cuddle up together, while Marco tells poems. That's so romantic and we know that they are both romantic dorks and we love that.

Thatch your love letter was short, but lovely, especially when you had to come up with on the spot, though you should try and write a longer love letter. Writing love letter to the person you're dating is super romantic and thoughtful. Something Marco can read over and over, when you're on a mission or he's on a mission. Something that brings you together, even if you're apart.

Btw, this was perfect for me to read before going to bed. Now I hopefully can have sweet dreams.

So cute!
Thatch’s love poem is great. Short sweet and to the point.