Thank you so much for this lovely comment - I'm so glad you're so engaged with the fic, it's not a rant.

You're quite right - the problem between them at this point is that while Erik is where he has always wanted to be, the issue of Charles' freedom will always come between them, and the fact he loves Erik can never blot that out. It's so complicated for them both :(

I really hope you keep enjoying it and stick with me to see where we go.