Finally got the time to update: Ten Thousand Books, But Only One You is finally completed! (Super long title but couldn't think of a better one lol) It was originally conceived as 2 separate stories, one in 2014 and another in 2019. Somehow, it made sense when I merged both stories together and this long-titled book was born!
I had only wanted to write it for my personal enjoyment, so that when it's done I can read and re-read it over and over again. But then my friends became interested in this secretive book that I was writing, and so I decided to share it on Wattpad. I'm really grateful that there are others out there who are also interested in the story and Chinese culture :-)
I had also only planned for there to be Book 1, but then the story felt somewhat incomplete. Especially in relation to Fang Yuhan and Ji Kai's friendship/ relationship. The plan for them to separate for five years after high school was intentional and the "five years later" chapter was meant to be a cliffhanger which suggested that they may meet again, but there was no certainty.
And so, while I was writing Book 1, the inspiration for Book 2 appeared and for some reason, the fictional world further expanded to include more characters and more backstories. As such, I already have 2 spin-offs (or prequels) planned, with a few chapters drafted. One of the spin-offs is based on Lin Xi (who acted as Fu Wanxi in Book 2) and has less of a fantasy element.
But I'm not sure what story will come up next (as I have other ideas floating around in my head)! In the meantime, I'll be absorbing inspiration from all around me. Till next time~ :-)