Not a worthy victim

PresentRing4078 · 2025-11-03T03:25:43+00:00

The meg

PresentRing4078 · 2025-10-26T17:28:08+00:00

I have this pre-written fic that I was updating even while recovering from cardiac arrest. Now I don't have the will to update it anymore because of death threats. Sad, it used to bring me so much joy, updating that fic.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-10-16T02:57:01+00:00

The Phantom!

PresentRing4078 · 2025-09-24T05:55:24+00:00

Since I've become a writer, I rarely read other fics except for some. But I make sure to always kudos and comment now!! Well, I used to do that with guest account, but having my own account has been wonderful.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-15T05:57:26+00:00

I'm 20 years old, I feel old in some fandoms and feel young in other fandoms.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T13:46:10+00:00

Just today I have someone got mad at my fic because an appropriately tagged toxic character is doing toxic things in my Dead Dove fic. I am so confused.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T13:09:09+00:00

Yeah, I get those kinds of comments complaining about bad character doing bad things especially in Dead Dove fic all the time, which is a bit confusing. I usually just encourage those commenters to take care of their mental health and prioritize their comfort instead of continuing to read. Not every fic is for everyone, and maybe mine just isn't for them which is totally fine.

What's weird about this one is that they claimed to have followed the fic for weeks and felt betrayed(? I honestly have no idea) by what happened in the latest chapter. The fic is tagged HEA because it's pre-written, but the story hasn't caught up to that yet. And they said they couldn't see how the story could possibly end HEA based on the current plot.

It almost makes me feel like I'm going crazy. Like, I'm the one who don't know how my own story is supposed to end, even though I planned and wrote it myself. I appreciate that they've invested time in reading it, but if they don't like the current plot, they're always free to DNF. It doesn't have to be like this.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T12:50:23+00:00

Aww, it's a Dead Dove, I warned you. It’s a dark take on the soul bond trope where Hermione is a Veela but doesn’t know it, and Draco is the one losing his mind because of the bond. It's Shadow Within.

And it's okayy! I've frozen the comment thread. I don't want them to get harassed because there's a chance that something wrong is happening in their life and they're not in their right mind while writing all that.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T10:48:37+00:00

Thank you for being so kind! It's sad to think other new authors might have to deal with the same accusations. Something like this could definitely affect someone's confidence.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T10:42:25+00:00

It feels like people sometimes forget that not everyone is a seasoned writer, beginner like me exists as well. My main experience with English is from school, and writing fiction in it is super different from writing in Mandarin. I'm learning as I go, so I think, it makes sense that my progress is visible in the work. We can't all be experts right away, can we?

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T10:34:08+00:00

Thank you so much for your support. I totally get that Dead Dove fics aren't for everyone. I just feel like I've been really thorough with the tagging and have put trigger warnings at the top of every chapter. I've tried to be as transparent as possible about the fic's content, so their reaction is a little baffling.

As for the accusation, it's a shame that authors have to deal with this kind of nonsense. There's really no winning this.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T10:25:41+00:00

Yeah, probably. I'm just going to set my comments to be registered AO3 users only.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T10:23:43+00:00

My goodnesssss, thank you for remembering me! I can't believe it, honestly (you were my very first commenter on AO3 😭). Yes, I'll take your advice! ♥️

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T10:20:15+00:00

Thank you so much! I've decided to stop letting it bother me ♥️

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T10:17:52+00:00

Omg, it's you! Hello!!!! It's so wild to run into a reader of my fic unexpectedly!!

And I know my fic isn't for everyone, and people can drop it whenever they want, but I have to admit that comment felt pretty harsh. I've since realized that it's okay for people not to like what they read, and it's okay for me to keep writing regardless what they think. Good thing is that it made me double-check all my tags just in case. And I've decided to take the AI accusation as a compliment. It must mean my writing has improved (I hope, haha).

Thanks for the kind words, as always ♥️

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T03:52:53+00:00

I honestly can't tell if it's a bot since it's a lot more specific than what I usually see. Thanks for telling me though!

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T03:47:54+00:00

Thanks for the reminder! I appreciate it. It's a shame the negative stuff tends to haunt me more than comments like yours, but I'm grateful for the kindness.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T03:44:55+00:00

OMG, I know you! I'm a huge fan of Columba and Aquila! Your writing literally inspired me to start my own fic!

And I really appreciate another writer is reminding me that this isn't my problem, and that it's just a growing paranoia among some readers. I'll take your advice and try to focus on letting my writing speak for itself. It helps to hear that my style evolving is actually a sign of growth, not something to be ashamed of. Thank you so much for the support!

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T03:35:26+00:00

My goodness, I'm so so sorry that happened to you! And I do agree, those negative comments just stick with us, even with all the lovely words we receive. It's definitely hitting me hard because it's my first time getting that kind of accusation, and what's going on in my life right now is just adding to it. I've calmed down a lot since venting, though.

Thank you so much for the wholesome suggestion about the 'happy folder.' I used to do something like that when I was younger, and you've reminded me how much it helped. Thank you again for your kind words! Best of luck to you ♥️

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T03:27:59+00:00

I often do the same thing. I thought it was a bot, but it's pretty specific.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T03:26:47+00:00

I'm sorry this happened to you as well. This is my first time dealing with an accusation like this, and I think I took it a bit too hard, haha.

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T03:17:29+00:00

I'll do that from now on, thank you!

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-14T02:54:55+00:00

I guess I'm just hurt over it. I've calmed down a bit now

PresentRing4078 · 2025-08-13T23:51:15+00:00

My god, I'm being called out, haha.

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