This is just a quick update. I've been rather busy with real life stuff. Also I have to confess I hadn't planned out this story ahead of time very well given how very complex this alternate universe really is. I apologize for the terrible delay in posting new chapters.
This is to let you know I most definitely am still working on this story. I wanted to thank fellow author Ariana F.W. who has been a really great sounding board and someone I consider a new friend.
It's still going to take time for me to post a new chapter. I had written up a half of chapter 9, but unfortunately I will have to do serious re-writes on this chapter because of the new ideas and direction I'm going with this story. I'm in the process of editing the first 8 chapters. There are going to be some changes to fix issues from the previous versions, plus there are also some changes reflecting new ideas and plot points I've hashed out in recent weeks. I can't really promise this story gets updated on a regular schedule, but they will.
I really appreciate non ranting comments. It shows you actually care.