Fucking hell that was one hell of a chapter and that ending was so good. It was great seeing them interact but it was pretty scary how Jen acted when she had Brain in her hands, it was like some yandere type shit and it gave me some bad vibes but I’m glad Elizebeth caught it quick and seemingly nipped it in the bud, but I have a feeling it's going to become an issue in the future. It was a little scary when she found out the Allie was the chev he was sent to God forbid she finds out about the torture and Cass cause that is not gonna be pretty. And goddamn, really showing how little faith he has in his mother with those last few lines, ouch. I didn’t think Brain was going to meet his mom so soon or maybe he won't, you kinda ended it on a cliff hanger but whatever happens I’m excited.

Jen overcame her obsessive-ness and protectiveness, handing Brian back to Allison with just a slight hiccup. But here comes the big crossroads. Jen told Lauru Bentley she was going to see her brother and let her be the driver to tag along. Her intentions might be good but this is already a serious breach of trust. Out of all the characters in the story, Laura Bentley is one of the one's I least expect to act rationally. Jen's probably going to make a plea about how guilty and remorseful their mother has been, and how it would be better if Brian forgave her. He might agree to it down the road, but I really doubt he's ready for it today. He was scared to let Jen see him so small and vulnerable, I'd wager he'd be furious to let Laura see him in that condition given she contributed to it and made him break down mentally for three years.

The worst part is I have a fear that Laura might not walk away if Brian refuses to see or speak with her. There's always a chance she'll try to call the police/something like the Child Protective Services about her reduced son being in the hands of strangers and just generally stir-up trouble trying to get him back because she thinks it's the right thing to do. Brian's trying to remain hidden for his own safety, and Laura may set of a fog light on him and the girls. It wouldn't surprise me if Elizabeth puts her foot down and refuses to let Laura in to see him at this time. Here's hoping Jen doesn't push when Brian puts his foot down, and Laura respects him needing his distance from her until he's healed mentally and cured physically.