The morning sun filtered gently through the large windows, casting a warm light across the room. Daniel, sitting on a chair, leaned slightly forward, elbows resting on his knees, a mischievous smile on his lips. "You know, Elise…" he began, eyes sparkling, "we would have never made it this far without a little help… from our readers."
Elise raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Our readers? Daniel, are you talking about… again?"
"Yes!" Daniel exclaimed, raising his hand as if conducting a grand announcement. "They've been there from the very beginning, reading every chapter, sending power points to boost the story, commenting, sharing… and even adding the novel to their collection to make sure they don't miss a thing!"
Elise shook her head, a amused smile stretching her lips. "You're truly incorrigible. So, who are these anonymous heroes?"
Daniel made a theatrical gesture and listed, in a solemn tone: "First, there's Rosia_Realm3, who has been faithful even through the most intense moments. Williams24, who never hesitates in the face of my… somewhat audacious ideas. Olivia87654, who has followed every twist and turn from the very start. Georgiawilhelm7, always ready to support my… sometimes questionable strategies. Book_Fluence23456, who has always encouraged me even when my plans seemed crazy. And finally, Aremu_Ola, who continues to amaze me with loyalty and enthusiasm."
Elise burst out laughing, hiding her face behind her hands. "And you call them all heroes?"
"Of course!" Daniel replied, winking. "They send power with every new chapter, they comment and share their impressions, and most importantly… they continue to support our adventure. They're officially part of the story, and I honor them here and now!"
He straightened up, raising his arms like an orator in front of an audience. "I thank you all, Rosia_Realm3, Williams24, Olivia87654,Book3Mthy, Georgiawilhelm7, Book_Fluence23456, and Aremu_Ola! Your support does not go unnoticed! Your encouragement is like magical sparks that bring every chapter to life. Thanks to you, I can keep pushing myself, writing, and advancing this adventure!"
Elise, amused and slightly red, gave him a look that was both exasperated and affectionate. "You really are an otaku… even in your thank-yous."
Daniel nodded solemnly. "And that's exactly the charm! Gratitude, humor, and a little comedy, all while setting the stage for our next adventures!"
Lysandra, inside Daniel's mind, let out an amused sigh. "Hmpf… your heroism always comes through flattery. And you dare call this a 'bonus'?"
"Well, exactly!" Daniel replied, laughing. "A bonus for my faithful readers, a moment to show them that their support truly matters, and…" he paused dramatically, "…a little preview of everything that awaits them in the next chapters."
Elise, catching her breath, shook her head slightly. "It's crazy how you manage to mix… recognition, comedy, and humility all at once."
Daniel smiled even wider. "And all of this, Elise, is thanks to them. With every word they read, every comment they leave, every power point they send… they participate in our story as much as we do. So, thank you to all of you!"
The atmosphere in the room shifted, blending humor, gratitude, and a light yet vibrant energy. Even Lysandra let out a small, amused laugh, while Daniel concluded the scene with a knowing wink at Elise. "And there you have it! Bonus chapter! Just a little moment to celebrate our silent heroes!"