This story is dedicated to my wonderful wife, Lauren, without whom this wouldn''t be possible. Her endless love and support keeps me going.


    Thank you.


    This story is also dedicated to my beautiful daughter Flora, whose smiles light up my every day.


    Thank you.


    I would also like to acknowledge my beta readers, who put up with my endless typos, fix my mistakes, and help guide the story, so it can be the best story possible.


    Thank you.


    Lastly, I''d like to thank all the other supportive authors and writing communities, and all the kind words they have.


    Thank you.