First off, first comment on the site, and I've been using it for years. If you knew the sort of person I was, you'd know that it is a big deal for me to be driven to comment.
Story Anon, I realize that this project of yours is a creative venture, maybe a passion project, or just an outlet of sorts. I hope that I'm not the first to express the following sentiments:
You have a real talent for character development and writing ability. Very impressive to say the least. You may have heard that before, and/or, expected that type of response, but that isn't what I wish to highlight.
You moved me. Wasn't expected from me, and hasn't happened very often. The experience meant more to me than I can type here. I live a meager existence, so unfortunately, I won't be able to monetarily show my thanks for a while, but that wouldn't really express how much your writing enraptured me, anyhow. Don't sell yourself short. If you ever have. Your talent shouldn't be confined to this site. You have the make of a truly spectacular writer.
So, with all that said, and as a final heart-felt message sent; Thank You...