Dance as the Sun Slips Away

Recently divorced Penny drives 5 hours alone to see her favorite metal band. By chance she meets the bands lead guitarist, who is 10 years younger. Will she open herself up to possibly getting hurt again? Should she let the man she loves give up future children and risk the possibility of damaging his career?
Married 3 times Penny has a lot of scars, both physical and emotional. She has given up on love, until she meets Brian Haner Jr. Where most women would jump at the chance, Penny is hesitant even though she has feelings for him. After feeling an immediate deep connection, Brian refuses to give up. This is their story, along with a little "Saintly" intervention.

Fun Facts
The picture of Synyster Gates was actually taken at the concert referenced in the story on July 16, 2015 by yours truly.
The tattoo pictured is actually mine, it is remembrance of the 3 people Penny tells Brian when he first sees it.
Purple is my favorite color and I do have a Purple and Blue Paisley tattoo (can faintly be seen in the back of the header).
Other than some of the characters being inspired by my friends and family, the rest is all fiction. Although, I wouldn't mind if some of it wasn't and I am glad some of it is.


Disclaimer;
I do not own Avenged Sevenfold, their wives or family, but I do own Penny, her friends, family and the world they live in, so please don't be a thief.

1. Lady Unlucky

   A concert, a slot machine and a knight in sunglasses.

2. Timeless Flight to Reach the Stars

   Penny hesitates when most women wouldn't.

3. Passion in My Eyes

   Penny makes a tough decision; will she regret it?

4. Two Roads in Front of Me

   Either road is plausible on both I could drown.

5. ​​​​​​​Come Fly with Me

   Brian showers Penny with surprises, but she has one for him.

6. California Dreaming

   Penny steps into Brian's world.

7. Someday My Prince Will Come.

   Brian creates a magical night, fit for a princess.

8. Dear God

   After Penny's visit to California, the lovebirds won't see each other for a while.

9. Victim of A Crime

   Penny's house is broken into.

10. Welcome to The Family

    Brian faces the gauntlet when he meets Penny's family.

11. Past, Present and Future.

    Penny has a guest, Brian intimidates and makes a purchase.

12. Happy Holidays!

    First Christmas and start of a new year.

13. Second Heartbeat

    Jay makes a surprise visit and doesn't expect the outcome.

14. Synyster's Island

    Brian and Penny enjoy an island for two...

15. Coming Home

    Penny comes 'home" to Brian's surprise.

16. Walking Down the Aisle

    Chloe's big days keep Penny in Ohio and Brian at a distance.

17. Tension

    Brian wants to go public and more.

18. Trashed and Scattered

    Brian's plan goes sour, horribly sour.

19. Come Back to Me

    It takes a family and friends to mend two broken hearts.

20. I Love Lucy

    Brian and Penny go public.

21. The Love Boat

    Making up for time apart.

22. Will You?

    Brian asks a question.

23. Secrets

    Penny has two secrets, one she refuses to reveal.

24. As Long as We Both Shall Live

    When two become one.

25. Beautiful with You

    The Wedding Night...

26. The Family Grows

    Chloe and Max visit and have big news.

27. To Love, Honor and Do it Anyway

    Brian worries about Penny's safety, Penny decides to ignore his fears.

28. My Story Starts the Day They Said She Can't Be Found

    Brian's nightmare comes to life.

29. Unholy Confessions

    I know it's hurting you, but it's killing me.

30. I'm Trapped in A Vile World

    Penny's situation worsens. Brian's frustration increases as he hopes for a miracle.

31. Take Aim

    The race to rescue Penny.

32. Safe by Your Side

    Brian helps Penny through the aftermath of her ordeal.

33. New Beginnings

    New life for all.

34. Do Not Disturb

    Bringing back the passion, where it all began.

35. I Am the Fire

    Penny pushes past her fear.

36. Goodbye 2019, Hello 2020

    Happy to put the horrors of the past year behind, the Haner's plan for the next one.

37. This Moment As Long as You're Mine

    After a great vacation and a beautiful wedding, suddenly lives hang in the balance.

38. I See You Fading Away...

    Brian fights for his life and Penny struggles to hold herself together.

39. I'm Losing My Only Dream

    Zack tries to help Penny through the nightmare.

40. Sometimes Life is Altered

    Brian and Penny's lives go back to normal, then Brian realizes things have changed.

41. So Try and Love Me While You Can

    The truth is revealed. How will Brian deal with this stark reality?

42. We Stand on the Edge Now

    It's drawn in the sky.

43. Waking the Fallen

    Brian wakes up in the hospital.

44. Sidewinder

    Can't escape decisions made for me.

45. Barriers of Trust Will Fade.

    Brian protects Penny from Gwyn's actions, but has his own issues to deal with.

46. Deception, Unmasked Fear

    Penny is rescued, but not by Brian.

47. Jealousy is an ugly word.

    Tempers flare.

48. I May Not Be Perfect but I've Always Been True.

    After the confrontation...

49. Evil in Disguise

    A dinner traps Brian with his two least favorite people and has a horrible ending for Penny.

50. Lips of Deceit

    A three step plan is revealed and an alliance is formed.

51. Can't You Feel the Poison Rising?

    Penny's is sick and only two people know why.

52. Pictures and Some Memories

    Penny is left behind as Brian goes on tour.

53. Swallowed the Lies

    Adam makes a tough choice.

54. When I'm Much Too Far Away

    Penny tells Brian the bad news and his reaction surprises her.

55. My Fangs Are Hard to Hide

    Adam and Gwyn are both called out.

56. Darkness Has Kept the Light Concealed

    Penny goes off the "deep end" and Gwyn tries a new approach.

57. Question All You Trust

    Gwyn and Adam take advantage of The Haner's Separation.

58. Some People Live Out Selfish Desire

    Adam's past mistake give Gwyn more control.

59. Familiar Taste of Poison

    Gwyn's games bring Adam and Penny closer, as Penny refuses Brian's wishes.

60. Tell Me a Lie in a Beautiful Way

    Gwyn pressures Adam to be the bad guy and influences Brian's decisions.

61. The Devil Dances With the Scorned

    Adam confronts Jay. Gwyn revels in her revenge.

62. Have You Lost that Boy You Used to Know?

    Brian's paranoia grows, causing him to make a drunken phone call.

63. This is Just a Simulation

    Will Brian make it home to Penny?

64. The Curtain Rises

    The Stage is Set...

65. Who Dares to Pull the Strings?

    The winner for best performance is...

66. If Walls Could Talk to Spill the Lies.

    While one lie is exposed, more are told.

67. I See My World Crumble and Fall

    The aftermath...

68. Wash the Devil from My Hands

    As Gwyn's relentless quest for Brian increases, as does her frustration.

69. Shame Pulses Through My Heart

    Adam confesses to Penny, but is it too late?

70. Can't Heal the Wound Before We Bleed

    Brian and Penny are at Gwyn's mercy.

71. We've Been Through Hell

    The nightmare is over, but what about the Haners?