Hey everyone, I hope you're all doing well! I just wanted to take a moment to address a few things I've seen mentioned in the comments recently.
Some readers feel like there hasn't been much plot progression lately because the recent chapters leaned more into slice-of-life moments. I get that some people want constant action — but stories need balance. Slice-of-life chapters help build character depth, emotional stakes, and breathing room before the big arcs hit. Still, I appreciate all feedback. Just please try to keep it constructive — if you point out a problem, it really helps if you also suggest how I can improve it!
As for romance… yeah, I admit it — that's not my strong point. But I'm genuinely trying, and I'm open to helpful criticism so I can get better.
Now, for the future of the story — there is progression coming. The upcoming "Hell Arc" is on the way, and it will probably be one of the shortest arcs in the fanfic (around 5 chapters), mainly because I don't have a huge amount of lore planned for hell. But I'll make sure it's as interesting as possible.
To be completely honest with you all: the longer this fanfic goes on, the more I feel my interest wavering. I'm not sure why — maybe it's creative fatigue or just the pressure — but I wanted to be open about it. I originally had a lot of ideas I wanted to explore, but now I'm cutting down and focusing on the major arcs that remain.
Here's what's still planned before the story concludes:
Hell Arc
The Demon Lord from Thousands of Years Ago
Hell Unleashed on Earth
Invasion of Earth
An Aggressor From Beyond the Stars
Darkseid Returns
Trip Across Worlds
The Last Stand
These will bring the fanfic to its proper ending.
Thank you to everyone who has stuck with this story — your support and enthusiasm are the main reason I'm still writing. I hope you continue to enjoy what's coming next!