Woohoo! This finally made its return :D You haven't missed a beat, and the way you write is as compelling as before. Pacing and dialogue feels natural, and the descriptions are written so well. The plot thickens, and I can't wait to see what happens next. I might have to revisit the previous chapters again one of these days so that I can get up-to-date with every detail of the story. Great job on the comeback!