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47| "I believe in giving everyone a second chance."

A FEW DAYS LATER

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As the days slipped away, my love for P'Yin seemed to deepen. He treated me with a tenderness that felt precious. My days were now painted in smiles and an unending flow of love.

Today marked a significant chapter as I finally met with Mr. Kang, my editor, to discuss the novel I had poured my heart into.

"War, I must say, your writing is exceptional. The storyline is captivating and I truly immersed in the emotions of the characters," Mr. Kang expressed.

I couldn't help but smile while adjusting my glasses. "Thank you, Mr. Kang. It means a lot coming from you."

He chuckled. "For honestly, War, I fell in love with the storyline. When I first read it, it felt so real and I could empathize with every emotion. I even caught myself cursing at Luke, wondering why he loved Andrew so much even when Andrew let people treat him that way," Mr. Kang said while chuckling.

I smiled. "I'm glad the emotions resonated with you. It's what I aimed for in my writing."

Mr. Kang leaned back in his chair. "You have captured the essence of each character beautifully. I could feel their emotions, their struggles."

Encouraged by his praise, I nodded. "I wanted the characters to be relatable, to reflect the complexities of human emotions."

He nodded in agreement, his eyes fixing on the manuscript. "But I also notice a slight deviation from the original plan. Initially, Andrew and Luke were not supposed to end up together, right? But, in the latest manuscript, they do."

I smiled. The truth was, the novel I had penned was a reflection of the real life love story between P'Yin and me. The characters, intricately woven into the fabric of the storyline, found inspiration in our own journey.

"Yes, you are right, Mr. Kang. I did make a change to the ending. As I delved deeper into the characters' journeys, it felt more authentic for them to find love and solace in each other."

Mr. Kang raised an eyebrow, his interest piqued. "And what prompted this change? I'm curious about your creative process."

I smiled warmly. "As I wrote, the 'characters' spoke to me, guiding the story in unexpected directions. Their connection became more profound and it felt like a disservice to their journey to keep them apart."

Mr. Kang leaned forward, smiling. "Love has a mysterious way of guiding our narratives, doesn't it? It's what makes your story so compelling."

"Emm yeah. I believe in giving everyone a second chance. 'Andrew' has genuinely shown efforts to change and his love for 'Luke' is palpable," I said.

Mr. Kang nodded thoughtfully. "It's fascinating how characters evolve, almost like reflections of the author's growth. Tell me more about this dynamic between Andrew and Luke.''

I smiled. "For me, their journey is one of redemption and acceptance," I began. "Andrew, initially plagued by his past mistakes, embarks on a path of self-discovery and improvement. His love for Luke becomes the catalyst for change and throughout the narrative, readers witness the gradual changes of both characters."

Mr. Kang listened intently.

"Luke, on the other hand, struggles with trust issues and the fear of being hurt again. Despite this, he becomes the emotional anchor for Andrew's redemption, challenging the notion of forgiveness and second chances. Then, they started to navigate the complexities of love, healing wounds and discovering the true meaning of acceptance."