Oh really? First time I read it, I thought the continuity, connection to both former one shots was pretty brilliant. The switch to Damon´s pov, a few steps back (in time), Damon´s contemplating the blood...it was both surprising and exciting, felt like the beginning of the "real", complex story (both before are very real but can stand on their own, sorry I don´t know if I explain it well).
The chapter five - for some reason - blown me away. It was right there where the both "one shots" left, all the emotions, angst, pulling on heartstrings...powerful! It was perfect that the previous chapters (of part three) were more about developing the storyline, some action and other characters and then it all nicely came back together with them being alone after the long eventful day. Let alone a line like this: "Which meant there was a they, an us, a we to be concerned with." I decided right then and there that the chapter´s going to be my favourite.
Also, I very much liked the chapter with Klaus, it was sensitively written (and I am sure it was balancing on the edge in some parts). So good!
None of the parts had a real ending (fitting the possible follow up) but it does feel very satisfying, it´s not easy either.
I just LOVE the entire serie, period!
I´m sorry, I am not able to shut my mouth when I start thinking of my fav stories (and struggling with English on top).
THANKS for your patience!:)