but I retain a strand of hope as it is love that keeps me going these days.
This was just... ajfhbkjhsdaf.

You know, I also felt like the frightening moment in the film, when she feels like she's being arrested, but is then brought to Fredrick, was not his doing. Or not what he'd intended, at any rate. Love that you gave him a chance to explain himself here.

I just feel like your fascination with them has allowed you to nail them so well. This is very well written and completely in character, and I can't wait for part 2. <3

Really. Keep up the amazing work. I find it very inspiring.