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Ah! It's raining again, just rain, it's really uncomfortable. This place, Qingdao, has so much rain that it drives me crazy!
I really dislike rainy days. Why?
There are two reasons. First, when I wake up, my body feels sticky and uncomfortable. Second, rain always brings back sad memories. This person is just too sentimental, it's unbearable!
I was already lying in bed a while ago, but I couldn't help myself and picked up my phone to scroll through the commentary section...
And so, I feel melancholic.
It's been over a month since I started writing, and the word count for Delicious Martial Arts is close to zero. The problems are becoming more and more apparent, which makes me anxious...
The first issue is an old one: typos. Although I've been trying hard to check and correct them whenever I have time, there are always some that slip through the cracks, which is frustrating. It feels like scratching an itch that can't be reached. As a reader, I know how deadly typos can be; they can instantly pull me out of the story. If I see too many of them, I start to dislike the book.
Ultimately, my energy is limited, and I can't check for mistakes for the fourth or fifth time. I hope gentlemen and readers can help me out by pointing them out so that I have a chance to correct them.
The second issue is about updates. This problem... can't be solved for now. I'm hesitant to make any promises: "Starting tomorrow, I'll update regularly at set times!"
Why is that?
Time is limited. I've gone through this many times before; I'm no longer unemployed and have become a working dog. I can't be as carefree as during my full-time writing days when I had more time to write.
So this is my life!
I wake up around eight, squeeze onto the bus, start work at nine, and work until seven or eight in the evening. After getting home, eating, washing up, I sit down at nine to start writing and aim to finish two updates before two in the morning or sometimes after three for Midnight.
[Good luck + Good spirit + Plenty of inspiration + Smooth plot + Strong willpower today + Strong sense of urgency today = Updates]
Sigh! It's truly a foolish way of doing things.
With many conditions coming together, I am happily storing my manuscript at Midnight. However, if I get busy or too mentally exhausted and fail to write, the manuscript will be lost... I sigh and really want to cry.
Please don't misunderstand! I'm not complaining about how hard or tiring it is; I'm expressing how much effort I put in.
Although it's a bit tiring, I enjoy this kind of life. While just getting by, I can still let my thoughts soar.
I just want everyone to know that the update frequency I can manage right now is truly the best I can do. Without guaranteeing six hours of sleep, I really don't know how I've managed to get through this past month.
This issue is just to help everyone understand that my update schedule is unstable and infrequent due to unavoidable circumstances.
If possible, I really wish I could stretch my life into 48 hours, adding more time to write and gaining four more hours of sleep.
Regarding the update issue, please understand, Gentlemen.
Maybe one day when I can support myself through writing, I'll return to full-time writing and write freely... (In two years, three years, or even ten years?)
Now, onto the third question: self-reflection (about the book's plot, character development, writing style, etc.).
I find writing this book very enjoyable; in fact, I'm quite happy with it. I can always find joy in the updates. (The cigarette is gone; feeling a bit melancholic—let's Roll a Cigarette.)
Oh? (There's still one cigarette left in the pack; I'm happy and laugh out loud!)
I feel very comfortable writing; it's smooth, without the sense of urgency or frustration from the last book. I won't get stuck while writing.
Although there's only an outline of the plot, I've written out both the main and subplots without much detail. However, the details still come easily to me—any jokes, side stories, character appearances, and how to shape them all form in my mind in a very short time.
So regarding the plot, please rest assured; there are no issues!
However, there is a flaw: the plot development is quite slow. There are many reasons for this, such as the grand background and the lengthy storyline that require gradual unfolding; the numerous elements that need to be addressed one by one, including live streaming, food, cultivation, and the protagonist's personality growth; and attempts to shift writing styles towards a more delicate approach (though I have often been repetitive... it seems my skills are still lacking).
I am slowly gaining control over the rhythm of my writing, figuring out when to be detailed and when to summarize, understanding what readers enjoy and which aspects to focus on, incorporating interesting anecdotes from life, and how to concisely weave them in...
Overall, I still need to refine my skills, and I ask for everyone's understanding. I believe that soon you will see my growth.
Next is the aspect of shaping the protagonist's personality.
More than one reader has mentioned this issue: they do not like the protagonist's personality.
I find it challenging. Initially, I wanted him to be a cold, blank slate, allowing subsequent plot developments and the female lead, along with supporting characters, to gradually shape him into a living embodiment of a good youth of this era.
However, it seems that I have not executed this well; his growth is too slow, and certain details are poorly depicted. For example, Yan Shan's antagonist character is portrayed as a resentful woman with a vengeful personality. I wonder if this portrayal is too extreme and disrupts immersion. During the writing process, I reflected on this multiple times but ultimately decided to write her as a villain due to the many advantages it offered; I couldn't resist the temptation.
I have already begun addressing this issue. As we conclude the first volume and expand on the background, this process will accelerate. My envisioned idea is that during the academy growth phase, Lin Ding should embody a character who appears cold on the outside but is warm-hearted within, someone who harbors chivalrous ideals while pursuing dreams and beginning to contemplate interpersonal relationships and his position in the vast universe. (This is not meant to evoke overly idealistic sentiments; please do not hold excessive expectations. He will kill, be bloodthirsty, be ruthless, and evoke deep-seated resentment within you. Of course, he will also save the unfortunate and let go of those he despises, rescue certain races, and combat interstellar crime.)
There was once a story about a general who could ruthlessly slaughter millions of enemies without blinking an eye yet would weep for a lamb he accidentally killed. Lin will be that kind of person in the future.
The extreme contradiction lies in human nature; one moment you may think someone deserves death, but perhaps after experiencing certain events, you will feel pity for them as just another victim of circumstance.
Everyone has their own psychological bottom line. For instance, some people love dogs and frown at any harm done to them, while others enjoy eating dog meat and fatten their pet dogs for slaughter...
Every book reflects its author's own perspectives. When perspectives differ significantly, it becomes difficult to continue reading; thus, those who can read on are like-minded friends.
Not welcome!
Oh dear! It's already two o'clock again. Tomorrow is a holiday; I can write a few more chapters. I'm excited!
That's it for today, just a reminder that the story is long and the plot unfolds slowly.
I don't think this book is slow to start, although... so far the protagonist hasn't cultivated, and the female leads haven't had much screen time; they haven't even left the beginner village... (flips table!! (╯'-')╯︵┻━┻ Bang! Readers: Then how is this not slow to start!!)
It's comfortable! Mainly because it feels good to read!! Showing off in daily life, growing through laughter, please see my custom tag "lighthearted."
Alright, alright, fight some monsters, level up, say a few pretentious lines to win over the female lead, and defeat the bosses—how great!
This is not a traditional martial arts novel; I don't have passionate killings. It's just about Lin growing slowly amidst laughter and bitter tears.
Starlit Sea, just like Lin's life, is still very long... (Most of the time is joyful! Clap! Clap! Clap! This is just applause!)
So refreshing! I write slowly! I write meticulously! Just a little bit of "Drumroll, Drumroll!"
What can you do about it! (Laughs three times)
Readers wait! I was wrong! I was wrong! I forced myself to show off! I should be punished! I should be punished!
Going to sleep, Delighted, will strongly recommend again next week! So satisfying!
Finally, 【Recommendation】 ah! 【Commentary】 ah! 【Collection】 ah! Increase in white!
That's all; I won't correct any typos because the reason is splendid: writing feelings is meant to be comfortable, right? Correcting typos would make it uncomfortable! (Hmm, going to sleep!)
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