i think it feels like this because it's a two part chapter. the contextualisation of what and why the Kraken also frustrated me because I wanted the fight but I think it's good as always

oh and I forgot good chapter thx!

assertive girl nextdoor personality √ relationship negotiation √ good internal dialogue √ fear of rejection √ burden of choice √

I know the feeling I work the same. ease on the guilt trip and keep up as you said your world building and magic rules are one on the best out there so thank you just thank you parteon would be nice though but I understand that it would put you under more pressure so keep at it !

doesn't it relates to his origins when he absorbed digestor aether?

good choice in think it is fitting for a montage set up

merci pour cette nouvelle qui est de Loin la plus aboutie en terme de psychologie des personnages

keep it up, you do an insane job keeping your character psychology consistent and interesting !