I want to take this moment between Book 1 and Book 2 to do a couple things.


    First, as I am wont to do, I want to thank my loyal readers, and followers.


    I know I say this a lot, but I am truly grateful for everyone who comes on this journey with me.


    So from the bottom of my heart and with my undying gratitude,


    Thank you all


    Second, I want to thank those around me who have helped keep this thing going.


    This book was originally published on Royal Road. Check it out there for the real experience.


    I want to thank my wife for giving me the encouragement to start writing a book. She is my inspiration, my muse, and my greatest source of love. Without her I couldn''t be who I am today.


    I want to thank my oldest friend Brandon. He has always been the first person to stand up for the things I do, he is my greatest fan, and with out him this book couldn''t exist.


    I have to thank everyone who has ever played at my D&D table. The countless hours of laughter, revelry, and collaboration have honed my storytelling to what it is today.


    An author couldn''t ask for a better group of people to have around them.


    In closing, I want everyone to know I have found a passion in this writing and I don''t see a time where I will ever stop. I am full of stories and the world of Mir has lived with me for so long it is like a second home. I hope I continue to entertain you and maybe even provide something to help you forget about the world for a little while.


    Sincerely,


    R. C. Vetta