Wow. Just Wow. This was utterly amazing. Layered, nuanced, brilliantly plotted and characterization spot-on. I adore stories that take place post-"The Wire" because of all the revelations therein. You played it brilliantly, with Julian voicing his true opinions, Garak being uniquely vulnerable, and both of them moving toward the inevitable conclusion. If this is your first slash offering, I cannot wait to read more!