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2024-10-29 19:42:56“But there is always something to look back to about endings, whether it is happy or not. And I think one should be able to thank the universe, that even the world gets rough, there still is something to be cherished for a moment in a billion stars. And perhaps, that alone, makes your ending better than the rest that matters.”
CHAPTER XCIV: Finale; The Beginning of an End
“Ragen Holler…” he spoke slowly, unable to find the correct words to add to that.
The man in the dark did not utter for a moment, then he started to walk down. “What are you up to? Going up this building alone?”
“Robin, you know him?” whispered
Giona LebracoI am here to say I am very emotional closing this story with such a crazy ending. The entire book had been a crazy ride itself, but I am certain this isn’t how I initially plotted it to finish. Nevertheless, it is not a feeling of regret, or disappointment. For the very first time in my life, I have finished a novel, finally! GoodNovel must be one of the most beautiful blessings I have received this year. Thank you, GN. And thank you, readers for sticking with Robin all throughout the insanities. I will look back to this day forever. This is how far it goes for now. Thank you. Let us meet in between crying rivers, and dry land someday again. To more adventures! — Giona Lebraco
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