***TRIGGER WARNING***
It is with a heavy heart that I must announce that the love of my life passed away. He was the kind of person this world needs more of: kind, sensitive, compassionate, and funny as all hell. He loved animals, music, volleyball, nature, the beach, and making people smile. He adored me and helped mend portions of my inner child that I had no idea were fixable. In the end, my love lost to a war in his head and made a decision that will haunt me forever.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please reach out for help. There are many resources available online and through local communities. You are never alone. The people who love you are here to help and I promise you that they want to. You are loved. You are gorgeous. You deserve to be here and you are worthy of goodness and more. I hope you know that moments are temporary and the future ahead is worth staying for.
Please note that I revised the dedication of "The Fallen Crown" at the beginning to honor my love. Also, a character introduced in a later chapter will be written in a style that I hope reflects his spirit. I am still in the process of getting back into writing; please be patient with me.
Connor, I love you so much. You were the love of my life, my mate, my best friend, my everything. I'm so sorry I never got to let you read my stories. I hope I can make you proud. May the next life be kinder. My forever and always.
Please be gentle with yourself. Much love and healing to you all x