How nice to have my gift lead the way, and it's a wonderful gift, too. I don't think the story is too angsty at all. I like a bit of angst to challenge the characters, as long as things look like they'll work out in the end.
I love your portrayal of all the characters here, particularly Poppy. Poppy has always impressed me as a strong, determined woman who cares much more than she can let herself show for all her patients, and I always wished that we saw more of her in the books.
This is a lovely piece, well written and very insightful. Thank you so very much! :D