That's so true. Fanfic is full of references of Justin knowing just how to handle Brian, and not to take that away from the boy genius at all, but it seems as if Brian's sensibilities toward Justin are mostly glossed over and his 'cluelessness' is played up.

I so enjoyed this drabble because, to me, it spoke of Brian's capacity to put Justin before himself. Not just his desire to do so, but his being able to do it and willingness to do it, which are, for the most part, rare in fanfic.

They're definitely onto 'each other'; it's not a one-way street that Justin cruises alone. And it does make them work.

I'm so happy to have recently discovered you and your beautiful treatment of this love story. We're on the same wavelength. ♥