Update:
So... a few things.
Once again, the amount of dms to me and visits this story is getting considering the dead nature of it's pairing is blowing my mind. I know a lot of you had some issues with Tayuya's highly friendly behavior at the end of the last chapter: I understand where you're coming from, but remember, she did specifically say not to take it the wrong way, and I assure you, she meant it. It just meant a lot to her that she was free from Orochimaru in the truest sense of the word.
Anyway, the update. I'll keep this brief: essentially, I've decided to settle on a weekly 2000-3000 word update schedule. I'll be updating every Friday, aiming for 10k words a month. That's all, and I'll be seeing you Friday!