My Inner Mean Fiend...Muahahahaha

Hello again,

I finished chapter 16 today. Even though it took a while for me to start writing it, I’ve got to admit, it was the most enjoyable chapter I have written. I think it’s because I’m dealing with some very egomaniacal characters now, both of whom are Devs, which are fun to write anyways. But I think the reason why I found them so easy to write (and I hate to admit this) is because I could delve into my inner mean fiend. I have always told my friends that these characters in question were inspired by some arrogant bastards who I was very unfortunate to meet. And yes, although I borrowed a few competitive, petty traits from these real life people, the psyche of these characters were very much inspired by the darker side of my brain. I think everyone has a part to them that hates being ridiculed and likes to lash out at anything that causes harm to their self esteem, whether it is someone who they envy or someone who envies them.

Speaking of characters, this chapter really fleshes out many of the existing characters by having them foil against the two Devs in question. Yes, the main characters have already been foiled against one another throughout the novel (don’t think they are merely one dimensional!), but I think this chapter further demonstrates their natures. This is shown in the dinner scene, which was a fun one because I had the opportunity to write an explosive argument. Yes, I know arguments can be annoying in books, especially if they are pointless. But the fact that were are so many differing personalities in one table, an argument was bound to happen. Plus, I felt that the scene showed their morals perfectly.

Other than that, I am happy with what I have written however, I have a feeling that the ending may be a little too suggestive, as it shows a Dev entering his bedroom with a female. I only included it to show that the character is a bit of a womaniser, which I think adds to his charming yet ‘need for social approval’ personality. But I think this scene is something I will have to evaluate on when it comes to redrafting and editing.