Hello!

lav Review:

"Awesome! You never dissapoint! Honetly every time I check to see an update, I get so happy when I see that you have updated. Your fan fics are amazing! Please don't stop writing them! Have you everconsdiered trying to update everyday? Like maybe small chapters? Many writers do that so just wondering if you have ever thought about that. Also I know this is a random question, but at wat age did you read the selction series? Thanks for everything! Keep uo the awesome work! Your literally at Kiera Cass's level! Keep going! Loooking forward to the next updat. Hooefully soon!"

WriterQueen123 Response:

Aw, thank you so much for your kindness! Unfortunately, I don't think I could ever update everyday. I'm only thirteen; I have lots of homework and extracurriculars to juggle, and I love spending free time with my friends and family. That's why it takes me so long to update normal-size chapters. I think I'll start updating more often but shorter chapters. To answer your question, I read the Selection series at twelve years old and started writing this fanfiction a few months later. Thank you so much for the thoughtful comment and compliments! I can't believe you think I'm at Kiera Cass's level; it's surreal.

Virtue01 Review:

"This is such a realistic chapter. It showed the dark side of Maxon that America has not experienced before she forgave him but, she is still thinking about his behaviour. I can't wait to hear what her idea is and to make sure that her family is not separated from Maxon. Thank you for the update."

WriterQueen123 Response:

Thank you so much for reviewing! I'm glad you're excited.

Guest Review:

""focus mister!" I love that :)"

WriterQueen123 Response:

Thank you for the support!

Guest Review:

"It was a good book"

"It was an amazing book"

"It was amazing and really you should make another one with America and maxon"

WriterQueen123 Response:

Not gonna lie, I'm a little confused haha. Thanks for leaving a message.

MayMayday Review:

"Is it over? Please do't let it be over. This honestly fills me with so much joy and I love that i have the same name as her sister, who is now a royal aunt? Do her parents know?"

WriterQueen123 Response:

It's so cool that you and May share the same name! America's parents definitely know; they moved in to a house closer to the palace (which Maxon bought as a gift to America). Thank you so much for commenting!

Guest Review:

"are you ever gonna update?"

WriterQueen123 Response:

To be honest, this hurts a little. I put a lot of time and energy into every chapter that I publish. I don't do it for money or a good grade, I do it because I love writing and am touched by all the positive feedback I receive. I never want my motive for writing to change (at least while I'm not a professional) - I don't start writing a chapter because I feel pressured to; I do it because I feel inspired. I'm sure no harm was meant by this comment, and it's still flattering that you want to read more of my story, but I don't appreciate the slightly abrasive tone of this message. Thank you for understanding.

Payton Review:

"Please please please write another chapter! I can't stand the wait any longer! I love this series!"

WriterQueen123 Response:

Aww, I'm sorry for the super long wait.

Guest Review:

"Please write again soon! It's been too long! I love this too much for it to just disappear into the endless pit of other fanfics! I love the story!"

WriterQueen123 Response:

Thank you for the love!

Thank you all for your patience with my long break. I have a lot going on right now, and I hope you can understand. This update is very short, but I felt like I just had to get something out. This super brief chapter is basically a teaser for what's to come (I will definitely update soon :) I appreciate the support and hope you enjoy!

"It's settled," Maxon sighed, absentmindedly running a hand through his hair. "Our whole family is leaving in two months for a month-long trip to France. I can negotiate treaties with other European countries there."

"Okay," I replied, taking his warm hand. I flashed him a weary smile. "It'll work out, Maxon. It will."

"I hope so, Ames." My husband's eyes lit up as an idea crossed his mind. "You know what we should do today?"

"What?" I nudged him, grateful for his enthusiasm.

"We should visit your family. Your mom and May have been around, but I haven't seen Kenna, James, or Astra in a while. I'm sure everyone's dying to see the twins again, too."

"That's not a bad idea," I nodded. "Let me call my mom and see if we can go over later today."

We were in Maxon's private office, so he handed me the cell phone on his desk. I dialed my mom's number, but she didn't pick up. "I'll try May," I decided. The phone rang a couple times before May answered the call.

"Hey, May. It's America," I greeted my younger sister.

"I know, I know; we're on our way," she responded, sounding stressed.

"To where?" I asked, confused.

"To the palace! We're driving right behind the ambulance, so we'll get to you as soon as possible."

My brows knit with worry. "The ambulance?" I repeated. Maxon put a hand on my shoulder, noticing my increasing anxiety.

"Ames, don't you know what's going on?" May said desperately. "I thought Mom called you guys. Kenna just had a heart attack."

"What?" I shrieked, looking up at Maxon with wide eyes. "A heart attack?" Maxon's mouth dropped.

"Yeah, she's unconscious right now." My eyes teared up. "I'm sorry to have to share the news, America. Kenna's strong. She'll be okay. I'll see you soon."

"Okay," I said, struggling with my breathing. "Love you."

"Love you."

I shut the phone off and gazed at the wall, zoning out. "What was that about, America?" Maxon asked me gently.

I let out a small sob before answering in a monotone voice. "Kenna just had a heart attack."

He shook his head wordlessly before leaning in to embrace me. I hugged him back tightly, crying into his shoulder and thinking about the one image I wanted out of my head: Kenna's freshly dug grave beside my father's.