Chapter 230 Thank You Letter (*′v)
To every reader who has been reading "Two Worlds of Chengze: A Record of Thinking and Pursuing":
It's like seeing you in person.
As I type these words, the moonlight outside the window falls on the keyboard, just like the warm light from the desk lamp when I first started writing "Two Lives of Chengze: A Record of Thinking and Chasing". As a "newcomer" who has never tried to write a novel, I still remember the initial trepidation - I was afraid that my clumsy brushstrokes would not be able to express the warmth hidden in my heart, that the subtle thoughts about "home" and "protection" would not truly reach your hearts, and I was even more afraid that you would not like it. I also like the magic way very much.
I remember when the story first began, I spent late nights revising the plot of Si Zhui's arrival in the modern world. Back then, I was constantly struggling: How could this childish, mortal child, then create a gentle clash with the solemn atmosphere of the celestial realm? How could Wei Wuxian's charisma, Lan Wangji's composure, Jun Wu's profoundness, and Mei Nianqing's gentleness flow naturally from the lines? Countless nights, I stared blankly at the blank document, even doubting whether I could actually finish this story.
It is your appearance, like a ray of light, that illuminates my hesitant path.
The first time I received a message from a reader named Baobao, I stared at the screen for a long time. That short sentence instantly brought tears to my eyes. It turns out you truly capture the subtle details of my writing. Since then, opening the backstage to read the messages has become the most anticipated part of my creative process.
I read every message carefully over and over again. They are like small sparks that give me the courage to continue writing and make me more convinced that a good story is never a monologue of the author, but a resonance of the heart between the author and the reader.
I actually had my share of moments of frustration during the creative process. For example, when writing the scene where Jun Wu confesses his love to Mei Nianqing, I revised it over and over again—I wanted to capture Jun Wu's long-standing forbearance and deep affection, but I also didn't want this affection to seem contrived. Just as I was about to give up, I saw a reader leave a comment: "I'm so excited for Jun Wu and Mei Nianqing's story. I hope they have a happy ending." At that moment, I suddenly realized that, rather than pursuing "perfect writing," it was more important to infuse a story with genuine feelings. So, I let go of my obsession with "technique" and focused solely on depicting the tenderness between them, "after years of companionship, finally daring to speak out." This scene later became a heartwarming moment for many readers.
Sizhui's growth arc, from innocent mischief to his ability to protect his family, also gradually became clear with your company. Initially, I simply envisioned him as someone who wanted to become powerful and protect his father. But when readers commented, "Sizhui didn't run from his mistakes, but took responsibility for them. That really resonated with me," I realized that growth isn't just about improving one's skills; it's also about understanding responsibility. So, I added details about him protecting Lingjun and diligently copying the precepts, making his growth more realistic and powerful. And when you commented, "Watching Sizhui grow up feels like growing up myself," I truly felt the meaning of writing—that my story not only brings warmth to you but also resonates with your own lives in a small way.
Now that the story has reached its final chapter, I don't feel the loss of "ending" but instead a sense of peace of "perfection." Because I know that the stories of the people in "Two Lives Cheng Ze: Si Zhui"—the spoiled yet gentle Wei Wuxian, the ever-steady and protective Lan Wangji, the tough-mouthed but soft-hearted Jun Wu, the gentle and insightful Mei Nianqing, the gradually growing Si Zhui, and the ever-present Lin Yan—will not end with the cessation of words. And I also know that all of you who have met along this journey will carry the warmth of these stories with you as you continue on your own journeys.
Someone asked me what I, as a new author, most want to say to my readers. Actually, what I want to say most is "thank you"—thank you for taking the time to read my stories, thank you for encouraging me when I hesitated, thank you for tolerating me when I made mistakes, and thank you for making me realize that the clumsiness of a "newcomer" can also be treated with kindness.
Perhaps my writing is not mature enough yet, and there are still many areas for improvement in this story, but I will continue to work hard with your support. In the future, I want to write more stories about "love" and "protection", and want to put all the small warmth in life into words and tell them to you.
Finally, I want to share my favorite line from the story with every reader: "Where the stars shine brightly, may you enjoy health and well-being year after year." May you be surrounded by the warmth of your family, protected by your loved ones, and become the gentle and powerful person you aspire to be in your future.
Thank you again for your company and love.
May we continue to find warmth in each other's world.
Your author "Su Yao"
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