Chapter 77

Hey everyone!

I'm finally back, and I want to start by saying a huge THANK YOU for your patience. What was supposed to be a quick editing break turned into over a week away, and I owe you an explanation.

While I was working with my editor on those consistency issues I mentioned, I ended up having a medical emergency that required immediate attention. I can't go into details about what happened, but I'm completely fine now and ready to get back to bringing you Evelyn and Damon's story.

Throughout this entire time, I could see all your comments and messages. I saw you asking for updates, wondering if I had abandoned the book, and requesting more chapters. I wanted to respond so badly, but I just couldn't. Please know that I read every single one.

I also want to assure you all—I never abandon my books. I always finish what I start. This story is too important to me, and you all are too important to me, for me to just disappear.

Since I promised 3 bonus chapters and kept you waiting longer than expected, I'm delivering 4 chapters today instead. Consider it my way of saying sorry and thank you at the same time!

What Was Edited:

Here's a quick rundown of the changes made during the editing process:

Added three new chapters after Chapter 18 "All Wolves Smell Like Outsiders"

Edited Chapter 55 "Grandma's Back!" for better flow and consistency

Other small edits scattered throughout, but nothing significant enough to change the narrative

I know edits can sometimes create little inconveniences for readers who've been following along, but all these changes were absolutely necessary for the story to make sense going forward. This book has A LOT of complex plot threads running simultaneously, and honestly, it's pretty easy for me to get lost in it all sometimes! That's exactly why I invested in getting a personal editor. I hope that makes sense to all of you.

If you have any complaints or concerns about the changes, I'm completely open to hearing them. I want this reading experience to be as smooth and enjoyable as possible for everyone.

And that's it! Please enjoy these four new chapters, and get ready because we're diving headfirst into some major drama with Catherine's return and all the secrets that are about to explode.

Thank you again for sticking with me through this unexpected break. Your loyalty means everything.

Now let's get back to the chaos! 😈

❤️ Jenne Lopez