A friend and beta reader recently got back to me with some feedback about a story. Most of it was great stuff. Found errors and things she found odd and suggestions to make them better or more believable (and there was a bit of ‘I LOVED THIS PART AND THAT PART’ which is always incredible to hear.)
One the main things she brought up, though, was the relationship between two characters. She said she wanted it to happen sooner, and wanted more of it. Why wasn’t there more? Why didn’t it happen sooner?
I looked at her, and with all seriousness (and like it was the most obvious answer in the world) I said, “she doesn’t care about having a relationship right now. She’s focused on her goals, and getting through the things in front of her, and a man is the last thing on her mind right now.”
I’m glad to say that my friend didn’t just ask something like, “Why can’t you just make them love each other?” Instead, she nodded and said she hoped for another story where the relationship was in full swing.
I can’t say if that’ll happen or not. The relationship, that is. There will almost definitely be another story. But I’ll have to ask the characters if they plan on giving this ‘ship a go or not.
I can understand wanting other goals! I’m 35 and I only got married at 34. My career was my priority until then.
That GIF though….
I can’t wait to read it! Whatever it is.
I’d like to think you’ll get a chance some day. Just need to find a lit agent who’s as intrigued as you are…
You will!