First of all, I would like to thank all my reviewers:

stardustshop
wrighthangal
ronan03
gallaghergrl
Guardian Izz
HnM skinnys
ana-12.
xoxochuckandblairxoxo
nondescriptf
Gennyxoxo
svenjen

You don't know how much your feedback has fed fuel to my drive in writing Chair fics. I've decided to post an epilogue, for you anyone who's still interested in this fic. I'll maybe replace the content of this section in the future, once I've gotten down to writing the epilogue. I've never asked for the readers' decision on the story, because I tend to plot down the story and write the synopses and titles of the chapters before actually posting, so I'm a bit slow in starting the epilogue. Err... you do want an epilogue, right?

Anyways, I thought I'd post this reply to one of the reviewers (she actually reads and reviews my other Chair fics too! XD). I thought you readers might be interested, since this discusses a few things about the fic and my view on Chair. It might help you understand the fic more.

To Guardian Izz,

Sorry, I can't seem to pm you... I actually wanted to reply to your review. I owe you one, since your reviews are so lengthy and detailed. XD You don't know how much I enjoy seeing long reviews (as long as they're not flames of my pairing T~T) because it means that my readers have been imbibed with my story, which always makes me giddy. XD

Anyways, you raised a lot of good points. I did take this fic very seriously and every detail was made with great consideration. Even the descriptions weren't haphazardly made. I don't know if you read the butterfly trivia in the 1st chappie, because I actually incorporated the butterfly symbolisms. That plus, the fate factor. I wanted to incorporate signs leading to the inevitability of Chuck&Blair. I don't know if anyone noticed, but the little girl in the elevator Chuck and Blair encounter with the butterfly punch-outs is actually the same, one signpost of fate in the story.

I'll try to justify some points of mine and explain why I went that way.

It's sad to know that you didn't like the ending. But I respect that, since everyone is entitled to their own tastes and preferences. But I have to say, even though I wasn't able to reply to your first review, I did take into consideration what you said there ("...he will spend the rest of his life trying to convince her that he is worthy of that trust"), and I have to thank you for inspiring the Chuck apology. I'm glad you liked it, because I put greater consideration to it after reading your review. If I hadn't gotten that, I realize this chappie would've been a lame apology and sappy reunion. X_x There's nothing like pressure to squeeze out the creative juices from your brain. XD XD XD I should actually dedicate the apology to you! XD XD XD

And about the scrapbooking, I wanted the suite to be filled with photos of Chair when Blair entered to let her remember their good times (hence the flower meaning of plumeria: represents perfection and the bond between everything good... symbol of new life, springtime and re-creation...), At the same time, I wanted Chuck to take a trip down memory lane as well, albeit earlier than Blair. It's a sort of tribute of his to Blair and their time together. In the process of reminiscence, they remember and rekindle what they have. By going back, they realize they want to walk forward together. I wanted a grand gesture. Sorry, but I think just buying peonies and saving a butterfly punch out would be a downplay. I hinted prom night. Chuck filled out all the ballots himself. He could've hired and bribed others, but he didn't.

But more importantly, what I wanted the 2nd chap to contain was a rationale behind Chuck's decision. I wanted Chuck to explain in his own words why he did it, and I wanted him repentant. He's not saying it's not his fault, he's not blaming her, he's not telling her she's at fault too, he's explaining why he came up with his decision. But I didn't want it just on Chuck's part, because truth is, it's not just Chuck's fault. The flaws in their relationship aren't just on Chuck's side; Blair's also made a few mistakes. I'm not favoring either one because Blair wasn't the perfect girlfriend.

As for the parallelism, I'll have to dissect 3.06 and 3.17. Here is how I see it:

I choose not to compare both instances by magnitude. Bottom line is, they both used each other for a gain. In Kantian ethics, it's using humanity as means to an end (considered immoral in that particular doctrine), instead of as an end. I believe that the argument will never end if we have to weigh which is the heavier fault.

I've considered the circumstances of both situations, and I found some overlooked features on Blair's side of the wrong. In ep06, Blair's motivation was inane and her goal shallow; her situation did not call for desperate measures. She used Chuck to acquire the opportunity to deliver a speech, which was just a small-time aim to acquire her ultimate goal of conquering NYU. She exchanged Chuck's trust for a measly toast. Chuck, on the other hand, was driven by desperation. The Empire was not just his business, it was sort of a tribute to his father's legacy (Chuck's grievances in 3.17 were all about his father's disappointment and not about loss of profit). I dont think Chuck would react that much if it were Victrola stolen from him.

Also, let's consider the fact that Chuck was publicly humiliated by having it broadcasted to a crowd by Blair herself while Blair's was private with a few people privy to it.

I think the gravity of Blair's sell out was downplayed because we see them next ep as still talking and such. If Chuck were in character, he wouldn't be so forgiving. He would've avoided Blair as much as possible, he would've moped around some more, played hard to get. Chuck didn't really react the way he would've. They just shoved it under the carpet. There was the 'detached distrust'. I also didn't like it when in 3.18, Blair just gives up so easily and ends the relationship, even though the love is still there (symbolism: Blair popping the balloon herself in 3.18). Uhm, she forgave Nate after learning that he slept with Serena while she was in proximity? Didn't even put up that much of a fuss? Held on to Nate even when she learned he was going to use her for the Captain's deal?

Like I said, I didn't like the writers' direction. We are talking about Chuck who couldn't get it on with other girls after the Hamptons incident, and then breaking up with the love of his life, he hooks up with another girl before getting hammered. That's why I call the writers amateurish, because in every story, you need the characterization and the plot to be intwined. But they just want to create a big scene/uproar/shock without considering whether its OOC or not. *rolls eyes*

I think you're being too biased towards Blair. X_x I'm a feminist, but rationally examining the situation, I find that both parties are at fault.

P.S. Uhm... I don't think Chuck knew Nate would be meeting Serena in 1812 back in S01.

Oof. In-depth discussion and insight on Chair. OMG. I cannot believe I wrote a sort-of manifesto on Chair. =________________________= I have no life, apparently, if I'm dissecting GG in depth. T~T

I really need to finish my thesis. T~T

Afterwards, I'll get on with the epilogue ASAP.