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Chapter 137 - Chapter 136: The Nature of Existence

Elias considered. Questions crowded his quantum consciousness: about the nature of the author's reality, about whether other stories existed beyond these sticks, about the metaphysics of narrative existence. But one question mattered most.

"Will Kaelen and Aria be safe? Not just from threats within the story, but from the story itself? Will they reach a satisfying conclusion?"

There was a warmth in the response, something approximating affection. "Yes. I promise you that. Whatever else happens, your family will be protected and their arc will be complete."

"Then we have an agreement. I will continue being the protagonist you created, and you will continue the story to its proper conclusion."

"Deal."

Elias prepared to continue his ascension, but paused for one final observation. "And author? Thank you. For creating a reality where I could exist, where I could find family, where I could pursue knowledge. Even if it's all narrative structure, it matters to me."

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