Author's Note:
Hi everyone! Just a quick announcement: Chapters 1 to 15 have been fully rewritten. I've made significant changes to the dialogue, pacing, emotional depth, and overall storytelling to better align with the vision I originally had for this story. If you've read the earlier versions, I highly recommend giving them another read you might discover new scenes, deeper character moments, and an improved flow.
Thank you so much for your continued support and patience. Your feedback means the world to me. Enjoy the updated chapters!
-rnsu_akrn