*blush* Thanks for the comments! It's good to hear that I'm being original, and that I'm doing well with the characters. This is my third fic with them, though I have an idea for an AU in the works. :)

As for the next chapter, there's stuff percolating in my head, but I don't know when I'll be able to get it out next. *^^*

And, as per usual, I'm glad that you were entertained. :D