A heartfelt thank you goes to you, the readers. Maybe you’ve been following this story from the very beginning, or maybe you stumbled upon it only now, here at the very end. Either way, thank you for making it this far. Thank you for stepping into this world, for allowing the Civilian and the Soldier to speak to you.


A story is only alive when someone reads it. And thanks to you, this one lived, right to the very last page.


I also want to thank Inktober, this wonderful challenge that brings together artists from all over the world every year. If it weren’t for the simple idea of “one drawing a day,” this story would never have come to life. Whether you see Inktober as a test, a source of inspiration, or just a push to create, it’s always worth it.


And finally, thank you to everyone who inspired, supported, commented, and helped me along the way. (Yes Pavla, I am talking about you. 😄) Every thought, every bit of feedback, every word of encouragement meant the world. Because writing and drawing with the knowledge that someone is waiting for the next part,- it gives the creative process a whole new dimension.