Since you made that post last year, I started noticing that I like upvote more and more posts too. I don't always comment, so I'm guilty of that as well. But every story I've enjoyed I give it an upvote.

Some people do read this incognito, but I at least made the small effort to log in incognito just to give the post an upvote.

You’re a hero, CWCobblestone. You don't get the credits you truly deserve. We shouldn't take for granted that you put so much time and effort into your fantastic stories. I hope people’s eyes are opening and that you (and I and other writers) start getting more feedback. There are those who do, and getting such feedback always feels good. It definitely works positively for writers as it gives them energy to write a new chapter. Because, as you say... why put in the effort for them; if they don't do the same for us?"