Dweller on the Threshold

I'm a dweller on the threshold

And I'm waiting at the door

And I'm standing in the darkness

I don't want to wait no more


Author's Note

This story is a continuation of my previous fic, "Going Once, Going Twice." You don't have to read it to read this one, but this fic will probably make a lot more sense if you do. It also features a very minor spoiler for Season 5, but if you've seen the extended promo then you'll be fine.

A quick note about the story/chapter title(s)-- I'm a big fan of Van Morrison. I know not everyone is (although most people I know love 'Brown Eyed Girl' even if they've never heard another one of his songs). I know Laurie likes him and I'm pretty sure that House would, too-- Van writes his music and plays several instruments (alto/tenor sax, guitar, keyboards, drums, even the ukulele) just like the doc does. Each chapter is directly inspired in part by the lyrics/music of the particular Morrison song it is named after. Really, the songs kind serve as my mood music as I write the chapter, but knowledge of them is in no way necessary to enjoy/read the story. That said, I always suggest a little Van (even if he does love to use back-up singers), so if you're interested you should check his music that you might not have heard. I hope those of you who do like him will get a kick out of the use of the songs and those who don't won't be bothered by the use.

Cheers and thanks for reading!