Heavenly Shae: Old Monster Book 1: First story arc summaryA teenage girl with a secret or two is stuck on a mountain with a powerful cultivator, an Old Monster. He suspects she is holding back information which could help him break through to immortality. She is fed up with him. Book 2: Manifold JourneySlower paced travel-log that is very long, because the author doesn't know how to cut side quest ideas. This is a xianxia / cultivation novel written by a fan of the genre and Canadian. This is a fun and casual* approach to this mythic formula (*less grim & serious) with lots of slice of life, some cozy scenes, and a cast that doesn't take themselves too seriously. This is a slightly unconventional interpretation of a cultivation world, so expect differences to crop up. It's a great ride for fans of the genre, and especially fans of more casual & comedic takes on it. Currently updating Tues & Sat. Christmas is a mess! Maybe 3+ a week, but erratic (Begrudgingly included) What to Expect:-The above conflict gets resolved rather quickly and the story progresses through slice of life focused arcs as the main character starts their cultivation journey.-Fewer physical fights, more verbal & dialogue conflict.-Occasional in depth examinations of cultivation as the main character explores their new abilities. Sometimes with big & showy displays of power!-Limited mysterious "MC powers" that are not fully explained. Many unknows that the character is slowly exploring. Intended to be more understood by readers familiar with the genre, even if it breaks some of the expected rules.-Lots of subtext and implied storytelling. Speed reading or low retention may cause you problems. (Especially with relation to the previous point.)-Varied tone and themes. It's a very character driven story, soooo... stuff happens!-Flawed characters that make mistakes (including the MC). What not to expect:-Hyper-tragic backstory, murder-hobos, violence as spectacle, litrpg or system elements.-Full, in story explanations for everything that happens. The mystery is part of the fun!-Cat pictures. *sad MC face* Winner of the April 2024 Writathon! (crushed it!)Winner of the November 2024 Writathon! (ezpz)