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The Queen's return
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2024-10-19 01:55:49
Gabby EmmanuelHi everyone, I’ve made some edits starting from the last chapter, and I’m excited to share that this is the 100th chapter of my book! It’s a special milestone, and it also marks the official return of our female lead, Arielle. This moment means a lot to me, and I hope it resonates with you too. I’ve noticed some discussions and critiques about the characters, and I’m incredibly grateful for all your feedback. Jared and Arielle, like the other characters in this story, are meant to grow and evolve. They’re not perfect, just like real people, and I hope you’ll enjoy watching their journey unfold. Your thoughts are truly valuable to me, and I’ll keep them in mind as I continue to develop the story. Please don’t hesitate to share what kind of storylines or plot twists you’d like to see as Arielle makes her return. I’ll do my best to bring your ideas to life! I promise the upcoming chapters will dive deeper into the characters and deliver some exciting surprises. Lastly, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all my readers for your patience and support. A special shout-out to Susan—thank you so much!
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