CROWN & DAGGER

Author's Note

To every single one of you who turned the pages, who stayed up late reading just one more chapter, who gasped at the twists, smiled at the quiet moments, and held your breath through every battle—this message is for you.

Writing Crown & Dagger has been one of the greatest journeys of my life. When I first sat down to write that opening scene, I only knew I wanted to tell a story about two people who were taught to see each other as enemies, only to discover they were each other’s greatest strength. I never imagined it would grow into something so big, something that would touch so many hearts, something that would feel less like a story I wrote alone and more like a journey we traveled together.

Thank you. Thank you for choosing this story out of thousands of others. Thank you for falling in love with Alessia and Kai, for worrying about Lila and Marco, for caring about the legacy they built. Thank you for your comments, your messages, your votes, your patience, and your kindness. Some of you have been here since the very first chapter; some of you joined along the way; some of you only just finished reading today. No matter when you arrived, know this: every single one of you matters more than I can say. Your support is the wind beneath this story’s wings, and without you, these words would never have found their way to light.

If you loved the blend of sharp tension, slow‑burn romance, and powerful characters in Crown & Dagger, I am so excited to share my other completed story with you: Contract of Attraction.

Where Crown & Dagger is set in the shadow of mafia empires and royal legacies, Contract of Attraction unfolds in the glittering, high‑stakes world of corporate law and billion‑dollar business deals. It follows Seraphina Voss, a brilliant, unyielding lawyer who never lets her guard down, and Julian Kensington, the formidable businessman who first stands as her opponent—before becoming the one person who sees past her defenses. What starts as a formal agreement slowly transforms into something neither of them ever expected: a love that rewrites every rule they ever lived by.

Like this story, it is a tale of equals—of two strong people who refuse to bend for anyone, until they learn how to lean on each other. If you enjoyed seeing partners stand side by side, watching trust grow out of suspicion, and witnessing love become the greatest strength of all, I know this story will feel like coming home. You can find it on my profile right now—I would be so happy to welcome you there, too.

📝 Your Thoughts, Suggestions, and Corrections Matter

As much love as I have poured into these pages, I know no story is ever truly perfect. If you noticed typos, inconsistent details, phrasing that felt awkward, or timelines that didn’t quite add up—please, never hesitate to let me know! I read every single message and note you send, and I am always working to polish and improve this story for every reader who comes after you.

I also want to hear what you loved most, what moments stayed with you long after you finished reading, what characters felt most real to you, or even what you wish you could have seen more of. Your feedback isn’t just advice—it is a gift. It helps me become a better writer, and it shapes the stories I will create in the future. Whether you have praise, gentle criticism, or wild ideas, I am listening.

🌙 One Small Favor: Vote for Moon Ticket

Before we part ways, I have one very special request to ask of you. If Crown & Dagger has moved you, entertained you, or meant something to you at all—please consider casting your vote for this story in the Moon Ticket awards.

Every single vote means the world to me. It is more than just recognition; it is a way to help this story reach more readers, to show that stories about unity, respect, and equal love have a place here, and to give me the chance to keep writing more tales like this one. It takes only a moment, but your support makes such a huge difference. If you have a Moon Ticket to give, I would be so deeply grateful if you would give it here.

💛 Until We Meet Again

Writing Crown & Dagger has taught me so much. It taught me that strength doesn’t have to mean standing alone. That love is never a weakness—it is the bravest thing we can choose. That the greatest legacies aren’t built by power alone, but by what we build together. And it taught me that the most wonderful part of telling a story is getting to share it with people like you.

Thank you for trusting me with your time, your attention, and your heart. Thank you for cheering for these characters as if they were your own. Thank you for making this dream feel real.

Wherever you go next, whatever stories you choose to read, I hope you carry a little bit of Alessia’s courage and Kai’s steady kindness with you. I hope you remember that you never have to face your battles alone. And I hope our paths cross again soon—on the pages of Contract of Attraction, or in whatever story comes next.

With all my gratitude, all my love, and all my best wishes—

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