I really admire how you’ve analyzed your situation and what you perceive as your current challenges, taken a deep breath, and resolved that you have the inner resources to cope. Just.
But. Well. I’ve been wondering. Purely out of concern for your well-being.
What are you going to do when it turns out your challenges are actually … bigger than that?
No, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have asked. I’m know you’ll think of something.
Me
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Dear Protagonist,
You’re allowed to do one stupid thing per book. Only one.
(eyes manuscript)
Yup. That would be it.
Time to get smart.
Me
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Dear Antagonist,
You’ve crossed the line. Seriously, you have, and we both know it.
Earning reader sympathy now is going to be … a challenge.
No, I don’t suppose you are afraid of challenges. None of this would have happened, if you were.
Me