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Nether Physician is the first novel Ant has published on Blackrock, and Ant has poured considerable effort into it, meticulously crafting every plot and detail. This book means a great deal to me.

Generally, when this is mentioned, seasoned readers will know what it means—the book will officially be released tomorrow.

I won’t play the pity card or get sentimental; I simply want to have a conversation with all of you.

Anyone reading these lines, I believe, truly appreciates Nether Physician. For a novel to continue being updated, it needs subscriptions. After all, only with enough to eat does one have the energy to write.

I have always found the connection between authors and readers to be something magical. We might be worlds apart—I cannot see you, nor can you reach out to me—but we connect and form bonds through shared resonance in words. You may feel excitement, sadness, or elation along with the characters; I, too, experience these emotions as I write.

It is easy to write a book, but to write one you can fully devote yourself to—that is far more difficult.

Reading is much the same. So, I hope we can cherish this fate that brings us together.

Each day, I bury myself in writing, and knowing that there is a group of readers who appreciate my words and that it can provide for my livelihood—that is my greatest satisfaction.

To borrow the words of a great writer: subscribing is a duty, tipping is an act of affection. I hope every one of you will support the book by subscribing.

As for the upcoming plot, I won’t reveal anything. When I watch shows or movies, nothing irritates me more than spoilers, so rest assured, you won’t be disappointed.

And finally—tomorrow at 11:40 a.m., let’s meet again!