@Bucket133 The top bar should be an announcement for my next book - not for this story. You do have to sign in to read it. It keeps non-members from accessing it without subscribing - also keeps bots and spammers from getting to it.
It takes a lot more work to post it on Wattpad and AO3 - cover page needs to be designed, tags, summary etc. it’s much easier for me to post on the website. Also, the website is for readers that have been really following Claudia’s and my work. There are many many readers on AO3 and Wattpad that just read and don’t care to engage in any way. I like the intimacy of the website and it helps me to differentiate the transient readers and the more loyal ones. Then I can offer rewards like early sneak peeks, exclusive to website stories, and maybe even a draw for a free signed copy of my next book.
LOL - the next chapter will be next week, and then if there is interest, I will post chapter 3 without waiting a week.