Chapter 1

Notes: Though taking nearly a year in the making, I'm proud to say this story is completely written and will post on schedule weekly. When DJ and I began collaborating on The Double Bind, I saw it as a tribute to Rob's achievements. In my opinion, each movie/character stands alone and is great for it's own many reasons. I think each chapter of The Double Bind could be regarded the same way. While some chapters deal with tough subject matter, some are light and funny. I'd like to think there is something for everyone in here. There some Angryward, Nerdward, and even some slash. If you are not a slash lover, don't worry, we'll warn you where to skip and promise you won't lose any of the details of the story.

We did our best with researching the material...well, DJ did, every time I tried, google popped up, "Did you mean Robert Pattinson" and of course the answer to that will always be a resounding yes. So please forgive our mistakes and overlook the liberties we took, we are but mere mortals.

Writing The Double Bind was very emotional, and in some ways liberating for me and I hope you'll enjoy it as well. We'll use the blog to post pics and summaries and other goodies for you. Also, feel free to ask questions, make assumptions, or just let us know your thoughts.  ~J

Well, Miss J, we have been working on this baby since Jan 2011... Yeah, well over a year. While you saw it as a tribute to Rob's achievements (I feel the same way, but...), I saw it as doing something that I had never seen before ~ more of Rob's characters in FF. While, yes, I know about Daniel Gale fics mixed in with Twilight, I had never seen any of Rob's other characters highlighted. And, well, I thought hey, why can't some of Rob's most loved and most hated characters share the Lime Twi~Light with Edward? Rob did put his heart and soul into way more than just Edward. He should know that while some of these others may not be popular like Edward, we love them and admire his hard work in creating them. No, I didn't get google asking me if I was looking for Robert Pattinson (or Jackson Rathbone)... Usually my response was... "OH YES! You are looking for something else!" Not like I didn't wind up looking for them anyway. The Double Bind was definitely something to tackle. It took a lot to step into the shoes of the characters I was writing. I saw the story through their eyes, and hopefully told it so that it seems you are hearing if from different people. Sometimes, it took hard work to tackle a character and their feelings. A few times I found myself teary. I am very proud of our story. Miss J was a WONDERFUL writing partner to work with. When I was stuck or down, she'd manage to have an idea or ask just that right question that would open the door wide and let the character's story reign. I am so glad we did this, and I would never have been able to do it without her. THANK YOU, J!!! Okay... Now that the gushy stuff is over, what are the other goodies? Wait... DO I know what the other goodies are already? :P ~DJ

Now, We couldn't have done this story alone... Well, together alone. We had a special someone behind the scenes kicking our butts and making sure our thoughts were clear and concise. Of course, we think she likes to toss in a braTTy remark or two on occasion. It's part of the reason we like her. We'd love to send MAJOR THANKS to our wonderful beta-goddess kiTT. She is the reason you all are able to read our Rob filled story.

~*~*Disclaimer & Warning~*~

Disclaimer: We do not own Twilight, How to Be, Little Ashes, Remember Me, Bel Ami, Unbound Captives, Vanity Fair, Curse of the Ring, The Summer House, Goblet of Fire, The Bad Mother's Handbook, Cosmopolis, Water for Elephants, or The Haunted Airman. Further, we do not own, nor are we affiliated with any of the faux cast we created on this blog. However, Robert Pattinson and I have been in a fake relationship for nearly five years now, he totally owns me, and DJ is running away with Jackson Rathbone as soon as he arrives to collect her. Lastly, we were not paid to write this story but we did have a lot of great conversations and laughs so, you know, it evens out. 

We do not condone any of the behaviour in this story. It is a story and for entertainment purposes only. 

Warnings: This story deals with graphic material, ranging from sexual situations, mature language, and, instances of abuse up to and including homicide. Rest assured, nothing was put in for the sake of shock value. All things have a time and place under heaven, or so I've been told.

Characters: Our characters, while represented by real actors, are entirely fictional. You should in no way infer that anything we've said about our character in personality or action applies to the person we have chosen to represent said character. We like to think we are casting directors and chose the person based on talent and ability to play the light and dark side of each character. (And the nerd in me just realized that I used a Star Wars term there. D'OH!)

~*~*AND NOW ONTO*~*~

 ~*~*Music*~*~

The Offspring-Self-Esteem

Linkin Park-Leave Out All The Rest

The Police-King of Pain
The Twilight Saga: New Moon Score

~*~*Characters*~*~

Anthony
Poor Anthony (Robert Pattinson) is a lost soul, hidden away from the world. He suffers from many fears and rightfully so. His memory loss and headaches have been a large part of his life and in some ways they make life easier for him so he's never questioned them. But secrets are always exposed, even the ones we try and keep from ourselves.

Sam Uley
Of course I can see no other than Chaske Spencer for this roll. He has the stern look that goes with the difficult job that Sam has to do. In our story, Sam Uley starts out as Deputy Chief of the Forks Police Department. He is dedicated to the protection of the citizens of Forks. With the other officers, he tries his damnedest to help Anthony before the worst can happen.

Mom
I chose Rebecca Pidgeon to play the mom basically because, of all the movies Rob has done, she is the worst of his mothers.Also, her character is How to Be embodies a lot of the traits of the character in The Double Bind. She emotionally unavailable, judgmental, and neglectful. On the other hand, our character was far more verbally abusive, and bitter towards the way her life has turned out.

Dad (Ed Sr.)
Christoph Waltz plays the hard edged, cold-hearted, wildly erratic abusive father of our sweet Anthony. And, in case you've been living under a rock, he also plays the equally offensive August alongside Robert.

Paul
 Could it be anyone other than Alex Meraz? Paul is Sam's best friend and fellow officer on the Forks Police Department. He just doesn't understand why Sam cares so much for Elizabeth and Anthony, who refuse to say anything in order to be removed from their situation.

Embry & Jared
While Embry and Jared (Kiowa Gordon & Bronson Pelletier... I'm sorry, but I stick true to the Twilight wolfen characters... even if I am Team Edward/Jasper) aren't main characters in this chapter, they do work with the fellow Protect and Servers of Forks' citizens. They help handle the calls and comply with Sam's orders without question. 

Dr. Marcus
 You know, in my head I see Dr. Marcus as being old and rather creepy for a doctor. No idea why. Now, I am not sure who J feels should play him, but I chose Julian Sands, aka Dr. Hal Burns in The Haunted Airman. I think he's just the right man for this part. Dr. Marcus may only be in this chapter, but we could never over look Marcus.

Rawdy Crawley

Rawdy Crawley was Rob's character in the 2004 movie Vanity Fair with Reese Witherspoon. He had a tiny part that was ultimately cut and was uncredited. Rob, as Rawdy can only be seen in the DVD that contains deleted scenes, or lucky for us, YouTube.

In our story, Rawdy simply represents a diversion and a set for what is to come. Another tiny part. Sorry Rob.

Giselher

Rob's role as brother of the king in the made-for-TV movie, Curse of the Ring, is an epic tale of love, betrayal, and curses. 

In our story, Giselher represents Naivety. Like his movie character, he is loyal and faithful with the heart of a warrior but because he is young, he is often trivialized.In the world of others, where he exists he is in control of conflict. It's his job to judge what is real and false though he has a child's flair for the dramatic, his moral compass always points true north. He must also bare the pain of disappointment when faced with knowledge of  betrayal.Giselher also represents Anthony's wishes, things he wanted and should have had but was denied. 

 ~*~*Location*~*~

Anthony's House

The Masen family lives in a newer suburb of Forks, WA. Red Alder Heights is a small upscale community on the north east side of town. The houses here are nice and the yards are neatly trimmed. Well, all except for that last house on the last street that backs up to the forest's edge. That's the house... Right there at the apex of the court. They never care for their yard anymore. The blinds are shut all the time now. We've all heard the screams coming from there; we just choose to not get involved. It's not really our business. 

 ~*~*Thank you for reading our tale.*~*~