Tokyo: I Sheltered the Homeless girl (1-156).

Summary

In this chapter, the author reflects on the successful use of foreshadowing throughout the narrative, particularly in relation to the Golden Week incident. They acknowledge that while some foreshadowings may have been overlooked, they believe the handling of these elements has been well-executed. The character of Maki Miyazawa is highlighted as the main heroine, despite mixed feelings from readers regarding her rebellious nature and choices. The author draws parallels between their own life experiences and Maki’s character development, noting her inner conflict and growth as she transitions from a rebellious mindset to developing genuine feelings for the male lead. The chapter also addresses the supporting character Mine Shiori, revealing her psychological struggles stemming from past events and indicating a deeper narrative resolution in future volumes. Although Maki’s transformation is concise, the author emphasizes their efforts to illustrate her journey effectively within the constraints of the word count. Other characters, like Mana Miyazawa and Naoha Ezaki, are mentioned as they relate to Maki’s story but are not deeply explored in this volume. The author expresses satisfaction with how the first volume has turned out and builds anticipation for the second volume, announcing its launch with promises of additional chapters based on reader engagement. In a more personal reflection, the author shares their journey into writing, highlighting the challenges they've faced and the support they've received from readers and their editor. They discuss their growth as a writer and the reasons they continue to create stories, expressing gratitude towards their fans and the evolution of their craft. The chapter concludes teasingly, hinting at upcoming developments in Maki’s character as the narrative progresses, particularly in her evolving relationship with Sawayama Haruno.

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