Hello everyone! I'm thankful for all of you who decided to go on this journey with me! This is my first work, and I've learned many things during the process. There may be slight changes as I go through the old parts and fix them, but the core story remains!

The original concept was supposed to take place after Volume 6, but after some thought, I realized most of the people probably stopped at the anime. I considered doing a sum-up of the new information added in the novels, but honestly, who would like to read a wiki just to read a single fanfiction. And so this book (I think I have enough words written here to call it that) was born! It was heavily inspired in some parts by the original novels, to retain the core concepts needed for later. I had resigned from incorporating the United Kingdom of Roa Gracia, even though I love this arc and its characters, but it would be too much explaining to do.

The funny thing is, the 'idea' I started this work with didn't have enough time to appear in this book yet. I know many people got her for the romance, but believe me, compared to the original, their pace is much quicker. From one short work, it sprouted into a book, then two books, and currently I have an idea for wrapping it up in a trilogy. I'm not sure if I'll ultimately go for it, but I have many plans for our lovely characters.

The second book would be detached from the original series, splitting into its separate timeline (I was spending so much time on Wiki to make sure the things are correct according to the original, you won't believe it!). Part two would be more focused on political drama and romance, with the action being a core for part three. The main arc is already planned, but the more I write, the more ideas are added to the mix. I was thinking of adding a completely new plot and characters (no spoilers!) as a second timeline in part two, but I'm not sure if people would read that. The main force driving the story will be of course our Spearhead Squadron with their Bloody Regina at hand. I wanted to try my capabilities as a writer creating a storyline in the past as a secondary one, but we'll see how it goes!

I'm very proud of myself for writing this 65 thousand words novel in a month, but when the university comes back, there is no way I will keep that pace. Although this story didn't become super popular, I was extremely happy seeing people enjoy it (I've seriously rejoiced at any comment, kudos, or even one more hit). You gave me the force to go on, and I will be forever grateful. Maybe my fanfiction writing career will be short-lived, but who knows? I've tried to keep the story's atmosphere similar to the original, changing mainly the parts that didn't sit well with me. The biggest thank you ever is of course for Asato Asato, for creating such a compelling world and vibrant characters.

I will take a short break and then resume writing, probably updating the story here and in a separate version for the romance-thirsty.

Thanks and I love you all!

-TPP