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2023-12-14 17:26:02Hello Loves,
In every story, there is always a beginning and an end.
I am deeply honored that you have become part of Kara and Nico's love journey. Your reviews, comments and votes matter a lot.
They inspire me to come up with chapters regularly, and excites me every time because I knew that you were walking with me in this journey.
Thank you, loves.
Special mention to my editor Lyra Pinter for making this story possible. Thank you for the support and promotions you have given this book.
A big thank you to my top 25 gem contributors as of this writing: magdalena.czajka, Roselyn Moore, Panela Ellis, Lei Esturas, Margaret, Katherine, Lean Cantara, Makhosazana Rebecca Mazibuko, Shirley Torres, Stina, Natalie Kae Foster, cathykoopman6, Laura Tomas, Edna Oclida, Blaca Villalpando Kelley, Joycelyn Eusebe, ruckik.evershine, Jody Conrad, Parker, Angelica Monteon, Annie Punto, Adeyiga Adepeju, Normah Mrs, Charlotte, and Anitra Christ.
To my commenters and reviewers, I love your reactions and I hope you continue to become active participants in my future stories. Your comments boost my spirits during my low days. Thanks Lei Esturas, Lean Cantara, Stina, Ahmed Elkahky, Beth Shuffield, Angelica Monteon, Kok, Harolyn Gordon, Jody Conrad, Lyn, Beverly Williams, Meen Bum, Laura Tomas, and Natalie Kae Foster,
I hope to see you soon…..
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