#little bit of Kybel and Echo because i love them

[ravens-words]

look after you

Everyone checks in on Kyle. 3x04 Coda

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Rosa

When Kyle woke up, Rosa was holding his hand, and she was asleep, curled up in the chair beside his bed.

There were dried tear tracks on her cheeks.

He opened his mouth to speak, but all that came out was a croak, and he found himself choking on a cough.

The sound woke Rosa up immediately, and she sprang up and pressed the call button. "Kyle? Kyle, you're okay."

"Wha- what happened?" he rasped, wincing as he swallowed. It felt like being stabbed in the throat by a thousand tiny knives.

"Jordan attacked you, he-" her breath hitched and Kyle grabbed her hand in his and squeezed.

"I'm okay, Rosa."

She rolled her eyes. "No, you're not, idiot. There's a literal hole in your chest."

"Well, that's not really accur-"

The glare he received had him trailing off. "Rosa-"

"You almost died."

"I know."

"If you do that again, I'm gonna kill you myself."

He smiled. "Noted."

Max

"Knock, knock."

Kyle lazily turned his head in the direction of the door and smiled at Max. "Come on in," he told him, a dopey smile on his face. "Hey, my hero," he exclaimed, and from Max's wince, he was probably too loud.

Max huffed an amused laugh and came to sit on the chair his mother had vacated some time ago. "They have you on the good drugs, huh?"

Kyle sighed. "So good."

Max laughed again.

"But seriously, thank you for saving my life."

Max shrugged and looked down, bashful. "Figured I owed you one."

"You don't owe me a thing, man- was just doin' my job," he told him, blinking more rapidly in an effort to stay awake.

"You go above and beyond, Kyle. I don't say it enough, but thank you, for everything- you're a good friend."

Kyle smiled crookedly. “Thanks.”

“No problem,” Max said, a little awkward, as he stood up. "Get some rest, and if you need anything, let me know."

Kyle meant to respond, but instead, he only managed to nod his head before he was drifting off.

Michael

"Michael?"

"Yeah?"

"What are you doing here?"

Michael smiled, and it was obviously fake and exaggerated. "I'm your ride outta here, doc."

Kyle rolled his eyes and slowly walked over to the bed. His bag was already packed and ready, so he made to grab it before his hand was slapped away. He glared at Michael. "What the hell."

The other man hefted the bag over his shoulder. "Wouldn't want you to keel over," he told him, and before Kyle could say anything else, Nurse Janet came in, pushing a wheelchair in front of her. She smiled brightly when she saw him. "Dr. Valenti," she said cheerfully, then patted the chair, "hop on."

"Yeah, doc," Michael said, obviously stifling his laughter, "hop on."

Kyle sat on the chair reluctantly, and Michael started pushing him. "I hate you," he informed him.

Michael just patted his shoulder. "I know."

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The car ride was quiet, and maybe a little awkward. Michael didn't seem all that affected by it, drumming his fingers on the steering wheeling and singing along with the radio.

Kyle looked out the window, and when Michael missed the turn that would take them to his place, he turned to Michael. "Dude, you missed a turn there- wait, you can take this one- Michael, what the hell?!"

Michael groaned. "Look, it's not safe for you to go home while Jordan's still out there, okay?"

"So, what, you're taking me to your lair?" He asked mockingly.

"Cute, but no."

"Then where the hell are you taking me?"

"Alex's."

Alex

Alex was waiting for them outside, and he opened his door for him the second the car stopped. He offered Kyle his arm, and Kyle braced himself on it as he stepped down. When he had both feet on solid ground, Alex surprised him when he pulled him into a tight hug. He wrapped his arms around him, and Kyle heard him let out a shuddering breath. When he looked at Michael, his face probably the picture of confusion, he was surprised when he saw the other man looking at them with a soft, longing look on his face and in his eyes.

Alex pulled away and put both hands on Kyle's shoulders. “I've got the spare room ready for you."

"Alex, you don't need-" he fixed him with a look, and Kyle knew better than to argue with him, so he just smiled and shook his head.

"Okay, okay- lead the way."

Michael's back was to them, probably because he was leaving, when Kyle saw Alex blow out a nervous breath, seemingly hesitant, then spoke. "Hey, you want to come inside?"

Michael hesitated, opened his mouth then closed it, but then he shook his head reluctantly. "Can't right now. Sanders' gonna kill me if I'm late."

Alex was obviously disappointed, but he hid it well as he nodded and gave Michael a small smile. "Alright," he told the other man casually, "I'll see you."

Michael nodded, then got into his truck. Before he left, he rolled down the window. "Valenti, glad you're not dead."

Kyle rolled his eyes with a smile. "Thank you."

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The bed in Alex's spare room was amazing, and Kyle groaned when his back hit the mattress. He relaxed and fell asleep almost immediately.

When he woke up, it was night out, and it took him a few minutes to fully wake up. When he was fairly confident he could stand up without falling on his face, he got out of bed and slowly walked over to the door.

The living room was dark, but he was surprised to see Alex was still up. He had his headphones on, but the second Kyle stepped out of the room, Alex's eyes were on him. He removed the headphones and stood up. "Kyle? You need anything?"

He waved him off. "I'm fine, just wanted some water."

Alex huffed. "You're supposed to be resting, Kyle."

Kyle took a seat on the couch next to him.  “I'm okay, Alex."

Alex nodded. "You almost weren't though,” he said pointedly, “so you need to take it easy.”

Kyle grinned. "Aw, Manes, you do care."

Alex rolled his eyes, then got up.

"Hey, where are you going?! Alex?!"

He ignored him.

Kyle leaned his head on the back of the couch and stretched his legs out, putting them on the coffee table, and closed his eyes. Seconds, or maybe minutes, later, something cool touched his face and he jerked. He winced at the movement, and Alex rounded the couch and sat beside him, hand on his back. "You okay? Shit, I didn't mean to-"

"I'm okay, I'm okay- that was a dick move, though," he said with a mock glare.

He handed him the glass of water. "You sure you're okay?"

"Yes,” he answered, then, "So-" Kyle dragged the word out, "Michael."

Alex raised an eyebrow. "What about him?"

"What's going on with you two?"

"Nothing's going on," Alex said with finality.

"Now that's not true."

Alex rolled his eyes. "It is. I don't think there's anything there anymore."

Kyle's mouth hung open. "Bullshit," he retorted, "I see the way you two look at each other, there's no way you're-"

"He's not- he doesn't want to be with me anymore," Alex interrupted him.

"How do you know?" Kyle asked him, genuinely bewildered.

Alex clenched his jaw and for a second, it looked like he wasn't going to say anything, but then his shoulders slumped and he leaned back. "You really wanna know?"

"Yes, Alex, I really wanna know."

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"You know, according to Isobel, Michael's changed after that night," he mentioned, "said one minute he was like a live wire, the next he was settled. Alex," he waited until the other man's eyes met his, then continued, "whatever it was that you said? It meant more to him than you think."

Alex closed his eyes, and nodded, the movement jerky.

"I'm curious, though, what did you say to him to make him do a 180?"

"None of your business."

"Oh, come on, man."

Alex gave him an unimpressed look. "What's going on with you and Isobel?"

Kyle could feel a blush coming on, and he cleared his throat. "Nothing's going on."

"Aha."

"What? I'm serious! There's nothing going on."

Alex nodded mockingly. "Of course not."

"Fine," Kyle huffed, "maybe there's something there."

Alex nodded, satisfied. "Do you want to talk about it?"

Kyle hesitated. "Can we watch something instead?"

Alex nodded immediately. A couple of minutes later, the sound was turned on low, his head was on Alex's shoulder and he was dozing off.

It was the safest he'd felt ever since he woke up.

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Isobel

"Well aren't you two adorable."

"Isobel. I thought I told you to knock," Alex said, words flat.

Kyle closed his eyes tightly and hoped to fall back asleep.

"Michael doesn't have to knock," she reminded him.

"How do you- right, well, you're not Michael, so I'd appreciate it if you knocked next time."

"Fine," she muttered, then her tone noticeably softened, "how is he?"

Kyle was suddenly wide awake, he just wasn't sure when to make it known.

"He's doing okay, considering."

"Good."

A hand on his shoulder had him opening his eyes. "Morning," Alex said, "we fell asleep sitting out here."

Kyle opened his eyes to slits, and only barely saw Isobel take Alex’s place beside him. He winced as he sat up gingerly, and a slim arm slipped around his shoulders to help him sit up. The smell of expensive perfume,  something fruity, and rain wafted towards him, and he had to resist the urge to slump into her arms and bury his face in her neck.

"Kyle?"

"Hmm?

"You okay?"

He gave into the urge and leaned forward into her arms. "I am now," he muttered, already halfway to sleep.

Strong arms wrapped around him tightly and delicate fingers ran through his hair. "I'm glad you're okay," she muttered into his hair.

Kyle smiled and drifted off.

"Well aren't you two adorable."

Isobel huffed. "Shut up, Manes."

Liz

Kyle put the heat on low, letting the soup simmer and made his way back into the living room.

He was bored out of his mind, staying here in Alex's home alone, and watching TV all day, and most of the night.

He was rarely alone. Max, Isobel, Rosa and even Michael made sure of that, but being cooped up in a house that wasn't even his own was doing a number on him.

Alex was rarely home, too, and being here when he wasn’t felt wrong somehow.

Kyle, despite his friend's assurance, was worried about him and what he'd gotten himself into when he joined Deep Sky.

He grabbed a glass of water from the kitchen, then made his way to the living room and was just about to sit when the doorbell rang.

Kyle groaned.

When he opened the door, he was surprised to see Liz on the other side. "Liz?"

She all but tackled him, though she somehow managed to be gentle about it.

"I'm so glad you're okay," she mumbled into his chest as her arms tightened around him.

Kyle smiled and hugged her back. "What are you doing here?"

She pulled back. "Checking up on you, Kyle."

He eyed her, and when her eyes shifted to the side, unable to hold eye contact, he knew something was up. "You're hiding something."

"It's not important. Right now, I'm just here to check up on a friend."

“Liz-"

“I'll tell you when everyone’s around to hear it, okay? Please, Kyle- I just…” she trailed off, unable to continue.

Kyle wanted to push, but the desperation on her face had him biting his tongue.

“Okay.”

She blew out a relieved breath.

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"So, having aliens as bodyguards- how does it feel?"

Kyle rolled his eyes. He went into the kitchen, and she followed him. "Well, Isobel is practicing her newfound powers on all of us, but mostly me, so that's been fun. Your- Max and the whole handprint and the connection thing is kinda weird."

"How did that work, by the way?"

"Isobel's mind voodoo."

"Ahhh, got it," she nodded, accepting her cup of coffee. She but her lip, “Max? Is he okay? His heart?”

“He says he’s okay, doesn’t feel any different, but until I can examine him for myself, I can’t say for sure,” he explained gently.

She nodded, and the worry on her face was like a flashing neon sign, even though she was trying to hide it.

 “And Michael?"

Kyle rolled his eyes. "He's moping."

She grinned. "And why is that?"

"Cause he's in Alex's house almost every day, but Alex isn't here."

She raised an eyebrow.  "Alex and Michael, huh? Is that a thing now?"

Kyle frowned. "I mean, it's always been a thing, but yeah, I think they're headed towards something- even though neither one of them will admit it." He cocked his head to the side. "You didn't know?"

She shook her head. "Bits and pieces. Never really talked about it. I'm surprised you know, actually."

He shrugged. "I just asked."

She bit her lip, and he saw something akin to guilt on her face before she took a breath and nodded. "Seems like there's a lot of bridges I need to mend here in Roswell."

Kyle blinked at her, uncomprehending. "Wait- you're staying?"

She nodded, smiling widely. "I'm staying."

Malex

Alex came back two days later, at one AM, looking worn out and unhappy. Kyle was as surprised to see Alex as the other man was to see him.

"Hey, man," he greeted him tiredly, "what are you still doing up?"

He lifted the tub of Ice cream. "Couldn't sleep. Are you okay? You look tired."

Alex just shrugged, then came to sit beside him. Kyle offered him a spoonful of Ice cream, and watched him eat it slowly.

"Talk to me," Kyle prodded him gently.

"I'm okay. You need to focus on-"

"Talk to me," he repeated firmly, cutting him off.

"Boss is giving me a new assignment."

Kyle nodded thoughtfully. "And?"

"A month with no contact with any of you. I don't know how-"

"A month?"

Kyle and Alex both turned to the door and were surprised to see Michael standing there. "Michael-"Alex said, only to curse when the other man turned on his heel and all but ran out the door.

To his surprise, Alex followed, though he was considerably slower, and was favoring his right leg.

Kyle made a mental note to ask him about that.

He didn't intend to, but from his seat on the couch, he could see them out front, arguing. This went on for about a minute, then Michael walked away, and Alex said something that had him turning around, his expression thunderous. Another argument that lasted considerably longer, then, by some miracle, Michael's shoulders slumped and Alex seemed to relax. Michael's hand found its way up Alex's arm, then his shoulder and finally landed on his neck, and he pulled Alex in for a hug.

Kyle had never seen either of them this vulnerable. They were holding each other so tightly that there was barely a silver of space between them.

The last thing he saw before he got up and went into his room, giving them the privacy they needed, was Alex moving away, but only enough to rest his forehead on Michael's.

Kyle smiled.

Yeah, these two were headed towards something, for sure.

[pastelwitchling]

Disclaimer; I’ve had a restless night waiting for the episode because the RNM costume department posted a picture of Michael and Max with Michael wearing the necklace, and I thought it was going to be a scene from episode, so I thought Alex would be there. Spoiler alert; he was not. Nevertheless, here are my thoughts on 4x06.

I don’t give a crap about anybody but Alex and Michael. I watched the scenes with Maria only when Michael was around, and only for Michael, and let me ask you; what does it say about a show and a character when I begrudgingly watch a scene she’s in only for another character, all the while anxious and hoping she doesn’t touch him and that they don’t talk to each other? What does that say?

I just do not understand these writers’ logic. They know she’s the most hated character, they know They-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named was loathed by the majority. I don’t get how they don’t get that we don’t want her anywhere fucking near malex!

Sigh.

I skipped every other scene she was in. I also skipped Liz and Max’s scene after the fight in the sheriff’s station. I’m just so done with trying to care about anybody but Alex and Michael, so from now on I will be skipping everybody else’s scenes. I couldn’t care less about the scientist, I don’t care about echo, and I definitely don’t care about extra little subplots that come out of nowhere, go nowhere, have no weight, and are about characters that I don’t know and don’t care about.

Yeah, I’m talking about that ridiculous sudden subplot with Eduardo and his daughter. I literally said out loud, I DON’T CARE ABOUT THIS! to the screen, I couldn’t believe they were actually making it a thing. Also, Eduardo later says that Sonya was getting in the way of Deep Sky’s work because she thought they were profiting off alien secrets, and, as my friend said, isn’t even alien-friendly. I can neither confirm nor deny this as she’s such a boring character when she’s not Tezca that I zone out when she speaks and don’t remember a word she’s ever said. But my point is that are we supposed to feel sympathy for this character that had gone against Deep Sky, the people we’ve come to trust because of Eduardo? Yeah, that’ll happen.

I’ll be completely honest, without Alex, I don’t even really care about Kybel. Not that I don’t have a soft spot for them, but when the rest of the episode is just disappointing, then they really aren’t very exciting.

Also, if they end this season with the aliens losing their powers, I will be very unhappy. I want them to stay aliens. (Side note; after Maria says her identity is tied to her ambition and heart, my thought was and is, Well, your heart is selfish, so I guess that says it all, doesn’t it?)

Now, I’ll be honest. I cried a lot through this episode in a similar way to when I cried during season 2′s episodes, in that I was crying because I was so frustrated with the blatant disrespect and unfairness that they were treating Alex with. Michael saying that he would’ve thought Alex would check in despite being busy is one example. Yeah, yeah, Michael, Alex hasn’t responded to any calls or messages in, what, weeks? Your boyfriend, who does everything for you and loves you more than anything, has gone radio silent since the second he left. And he’s the one that needs to check in on you?

From a more positive viewpoint, I can understand that Michael saying that is just him literally whining for Alex and wanting him there. So from that angle, especially after a bit more sleep, I can see it as a somewhat cute thing. I just want some acknowledgement when he finds out the truth, you know? Just saying that Alex had been gone for weeks and that he hadn’t realized something was wrong. Just some acknowledgement to how unfair they’ve been, just a little, and from Michael.

One other thing I really loved was Michael referencing Harry Potter, and saying Accio Alex. Not Accio any random object, but Alex. The fact that he so openly and blatantly wants Alex back and with him is the one truly saving grace of these past few episodes.

But yeah, that’s really it. Here’s hoping next week is better.

[poisonintopositivity]

1, 13, 20

Thanks for the ask darling !

1 : show you watch religiously, can’t miss an episode?

To be honest, there are quite a few I just CAN'T miss. But, I'll just do a Top 3, cause I'm unable to choose just one.

The Mandalorian, obviously, cause it's my favorite show.

Stangers Things, just because it has a little bit of everything I love in a TVShow and the characters are just so endearing ! I love them all to death !

Our Flag Means Death, of course ! I've watched it on a loop for a few weeks now and I just can't get enough of it. It really is the greatest show on Earth (and Sea). When S2 will drop, it'll probably be the death of me (in the best way possible.)

13 : show you watch for a ship?

Honestly? Roswell New Mexico. If it wasn't for Malex I would I've dropped the show a long time ago. I mean... I love the prospect of Kybel also, but Echo is exhausting and all the unnecessary drama make me roll my eyes so hard... But I still watch it, even if the plot is full of holes and very bad sometimes. I must be a masochist, but I'm still too addicted and attached to Malex (and Kybel) to drop the show.

20 : show you think should’ve ended sooner?

SO MANY SHOWS! I mean look at Grey's Anatomy for exemple ? Will it ever end? But I've stopped watching the show like 10 seasons ago so if I really had to choose one, it'd be The Flash.

I don't know why I still watch it because it's very bad. It must end! Please, let it end!

[neeterloveschenford]

Thoughts on RNM 3x09

Ok y’all, here we go. Finally we are an official couple! Malex for the win!! (Other things happened, but ya know. Priorities.) I was very happy overall with the progress our boys have made. And as much as I’ve enjoyed this season, I’m glad we’ve had a bit of a time jump. Even if I think it’s only been a few days. I was pretty sure that Kyle and Max would already be up and about. It would have taken too much of an episode to deal with bringing Max out of the pod and Kyle waking up from his coma. Do I feel a little short changed? Yeah. But I get it. There’s only 13 episodes and there is a lot that we have to get to before the finale. So on that note, I’m gonna dive right in. Care to join me?

You go Nora with your badass self killing all those clones. (I mean harsh, but hopefully they were just vessels and had no consciousness to speak of.) And Jones being his crazy dictator self killing that scientist was super harsh. And can we for the love of God get Lucky away from him!?!?!?! He is the goodest boi! He deserves better.

Go on science Liz. I don’t understand half of what she said, but I believe it. And I love how badass she is when she sciences. And there we get our first glimpse of Malex goodness, “Me and Alex are working on the Lockhart machine.” Because of course they are. Because their brilliance only intensifies when they work together. Loved Isobel’s gross face when Liz talks about Noah’s spores. And here’s where we get the Heath story taking off. Max is not gonna like this one!

Ok, Deep Sky doctor lady. I really dig your hair, but do you know who you’re talking to here? Kyle is the premiere alien doctor on this planet. He probably knows more about weird biology than you’ll ever learn. Listen to my boy! And Kyle honey, you are completely justified in your righteous indignation. And you are correct in that no one is more qualified in top-secret ET shenanigans than you baby. (I really need to figure out how to use that line in real life. It’s like the best thing he’s ever said.) I still don’t know whether or not to trust Eduardo. I want to, but I’m still not sure what he’s all about.

I love how dedicated Isobel is. She’s downright obsessed and I love this side of her. And her cockblocking Delmanes was so funny all episode. I also really love that Greg is fully involved now. The Pod Squad needs all the allies they can get at this point.

That phone call almost made me cry. They look so incredibly happy to just be together. I knew as soon as Alex said he wouldn’t forget their date that it wouldn’t happen, but still. Just the fact that they are both ready for that step is amazing. They have both grown so much. I’m just so happy to see them so happy. It was truly amazing. And I agree with Michael. Alex needs to talk codey more often!

It was totally cute that Max had a get Liz playlist, but does he know what the song The Way is about? It’s not exactly romantic.

Heath, you’re in trouble now!

Delmanes are so cute! Isobel is so adorable when she is flustered by a pretty girl!. I will admit though, that I really wish Anatsa hadn’t slept with Max. I mean these guys tend to be a little too close sometimes. But, you know, that seems to be the way this show is going to roll. Blame it on Carina’s lingering messes from the last two seasons and move on.

Of course Alex would manifest Nora. Despite his growth, he still has a lot of guilt over her death and his father’s role in it. I love that Michael is his focus. Alex’s love for Michael will always be the guiding factor in everything he does. He wants more than anything to make sure that Michael has a good life. And I think he’s finally learned that his presence in Michael’s life is what makes it good. I love these two dumbos! (said lovingly) They make me so happy!!

Come on Max. Tell Liz how you not only kept her tapes, but you would listen to them in the desert while crying and missing her! These two are the real dumbos in this show. (said not so lovingly)

I love how powerful Isobel’s become. And that was way cool the way she pulled that pod out of the lake. I’ve really loved her journey this season. And Maria was right, that camp was really beautiful.

I just don’t know if we can trust Eduardo yet! He says all the right things, but he just seems too good to be true! I hope my misgivings are wrong. I really want Kyle and Alex both to have someone who will be a good father figure. They both deserve it.

You know what would have been an awesome twist? If Jesse had shown up when Alex saw the project shepherd tech in Nora’s machine.

I love how Michael just wants to take care of Alex. Lovingly breaking into his boyfriend’s house. What a romantic.

You know what Maria? Get it girl! I think Delmanes is both sexy and adorable. I am ok with them being together!

I love that Kyle is so determined to do the right thing. He has really grown to care about all the aliens. He just wants to do the right thing and I love him for it. He is proving every day that he is the best member of the Valenti family. I’m so proud of my baby boy!

And now we’re getting down to business with Echo. They both have made mistakes and they both have admitted as such, but it still surprises me that Liz cannot see why Max is so scared of his secrets getting out. (Am I really taking Max’s side in something? What is wrong with this picture?) Also, she is so determined to believe the best of Heath that she doesn’t want to see what’s glaringly obvious. I saw this coming like five episodes ago. Just saying.

If Vlamis doesn’t make that shirt part of his next merch drop, I will scream. I would wear the heck out of that shirt! And Eduardo’s face when Michael is standing in his office was the best! And bragging about how smart his boo is! Michael just adores his brilliant hacker boyfriend!

Admittedly, yoda Maria is getting a little old. But I am glad that Maria and Isobel are friends now. They really compliment each other so well. And I loved how Isobel took drinks out of Greg’s hand all ep.

My sweet Alex! I love him so much. Pushing himself so hard to try to help Michael. It’s all about Michael. His capacity to love is so huge. And then Michaell comes to the rescue. He’s always got him. That’s the kind of grand declaration that we need in our lives. The way that Alex grabbed onto Michael’s shirt was everything. They just bring so much joy to my soul.

Isobel and Anaste are cute, but my Kybel heart still beats strong. Also, I still think she’s an alien or something. I have decided to just not trust anyone new.

Michael listening to Alex, comforting him, and admitting he’s had the same fears was beautiful. I love how strong he is now. He’s really putting himself out there to be there for the people that matter the most. And that Sander’s story was so sweet. Of course that would be the perfect date for these two. And the fact that they worked together perfectly to take out the evil PS part and put the machine back together the way it was meant to be was such a great metaphor for their relationship. I can’t believe we are getting so much goodness right now. We are truly blessed.

Still making me take Max’s side Liz. You really are letting me down. Oh wait, helping Michael be less Michael. Yep, Max made me remember why I hate him. Never mind.

So Dallas is an alien. (At least somebody new is!) Not who I thought it would be though. And since we saw him in one of the s4 bts pics, then we know he’s probably sticking around. I am intrigued. And now we know what Heath’s been up to. I guess he’s supposed to be a not so bad guy since he’s trying to help his best friend. But you hurt my Kyle dude. There’s really no coming back from that.

I am still pleased with 99% of this season. We’re coming down to the wire now. I just hope for more and more goodness with every episode. Even if we have to have another episode without Alex, I am expecting there to be some mentions of him by Michael. This season has made me so so happy. I can’t believe we are living in a time when Malex is together and building a beautiful relationship that will stand the test of time. We are a blessed people. And I cannot wait for more! Till next time guys!!