[@CollectorOfMyst]Not much chance of that happening with the amount of sunshine we get. :p
And thank you for the compliment. ^^ I try to avoid using too many references and characters that aren't relative to the story because it can become a bit self-indulgent but at the same time they help build the story (As Merlin will agree). If side-characters are your kind of thing, you're definitely in the right place. :)

Hurray for the IC starting! Thank you, Merlin. I couldn't help myself and posted. xD

P.S. I use italics for thoughts when in narration. Just in case it's confusing for anyone.