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Secrets come to light during Nikki and Zach's sunset stroll...

Yay! A double issue!

This episode was a technical challenge, but also incredibly rewarding to write / create. I had a blast delving deeper into Nikki and Zach's burgeoning relationship. I particularly enjoyed writing Zach's character and exploring his complexities. Do you think they'll become friends? Something else? 😉

I can't wait to hear your thoughts on him and the episode as a whole. 💖

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Alyson Greaves

My upfront reactions: HOLY SHIT and also, wow, Zach is so much better at handling this double life stuff.

Zoe Storm

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

Zoe Storm

Holy shit Emory, Iove these two and the way they interact. Also wrt the last page: oh no 😨 Zach's dad is a shitfucker, I hate him so much

Zoe Storm

Sorry but I'm still screaming about this I hope Nikki will believe Zach when he says he had nothing to do with this. These two desperately need allies, starting with each other.

Estacia

Page 16 and 17 lol. I'm liking Zach a lot more here and I think Nikki is too! He's really not a bad guy at all. There's so much nuance and depth to your characters Em I'm having a lot of fun watching it all unfold.

Alyson Greaves

I love how complex their relationship is already! I just *know* Nikki’s going to feel hard-done-by that Zach got the guymones and she got the girlmones, but the fact that she didn’t immediately belittle him for it is… character growth? She takes the revelation that his dad is abusing him seriously, moves immediately on to making plans, and I’m sort of proud of her for that. And she even built up his football skills! And also her own undeniable attractiveness, lmao But “You queers.” Oh, Nick. Mate. You have *so* much to unpack. So many suitcases full of issues it’s a wonder they don’t crush you when you open your closet. Zach’s dad (presumably) borrowing his phone to text their teammates is an illustration of how much they’re both out of their depth. Zach’s dad has all the money and all the power and absolutely no scruples. Zach understands that, as things are now, they can’t win against him; Nikki’s still pushing against that realisation. And it shouldn’t have surprised me (but it did!) that Zach’s dad viewed Nikki’s mum’s request for her daughter to attend university as someone new as merely a suggestion for new ways to torment her. Zach thinking on his feet (lmao) is incredible. Nikki needs him in her life as a friend. Poor kid, though. All he wanted was to watch Drag Race (and possibly compete on Drag Race!) and crush on Nick Palmer. Nikki’s right: his dad needs horrible things to happen to him. God, the way Zach knows his exact weight and body fat, and immediately ‘shows off’ his body. I imagine his voice as being so steady here, so controlled, because he hates this so much, and if he’s not careful he might just fucking scream. I love these kids.

Alyson Greaves

yes god aaaaaaaaaaasdghdsjkfgasdjkfgahsf

Juliette Rovers

You know me i like to "save up" the chapters and bing them but i HAD to look at the second pic. That dress, that body and that pissed off face is AMAZING!!!! :) love it

Ella Cherry

Yep, another chapter showing how great your characters are! 😊

pe zr

very very nice .

pe zr

I hope the 2 fall in love in a way or other

ckarya

Interesting the little bit of Zach's backstory you've told us Em, I imagine there will be things left to tell. As I said in past episodes, these two are "doomed" to understand each other and join forces... as FRIENDS! hehehe. Even though Nikki is a big head and I guess it will still take her a while to get to that point, Zach is going to help her open her eyes regarding the situation at hand, he will make her realize that not only her father (Zach) is a bastard, but her own (Nikki) is besides a bastard, a miserable coward. And I think Nikki in her own way, will help Zach get out of the chains his own father has him locked in. Great job!

Rachel Ashley

I didn't expect to like Zach but here we are. Honestly it almost feels like Zach is more dysphoric with his body than Nick is who is now actively refusing to stop using girl voice, lmao.

TheVampire

Zach and Nikki are so cute together! But as like bffs, Nikki really needs to find a BF that actually likes women xD

Pelicanboss

From the comments here is clear everyone's perception of Zach is changing positively and I agree. But who is to say that Zach can't change psychologically and emotionally to switch preferences. He is a Nikki in reverse and I'm sure we are expecting Nick to finally embrace his femininity so by the same token it may be possible Zach could embrace his masculinity. Who knows, Zach and Nikki may become such good friends they may end up liking each other as their current genders. Personally I'd really like these two to end up together. I'm a bit of a romantic I guess.

Pelicanboss

By the way E, I loved page 7. The detail on Nikki's feet and how pretty they look is amazing. She is so hot.

Maggie Heels

NO FUCKING WAY HE SENT THIS... It was his "andrew tate - looking" asshole dad......... Zach is sooo cool dude... i knew it.... he tries to protect Nikki but because of this stupid message.... it will take time that Nikki will believe he didn't send this......... NIKKI you're so beautiful....... no matter what you're wearing, strappy heels or sneakers... both fits you so well... 🫠🫠🫠❣️❣️❣️

Gemma

I share the same sentiments as Pelicanboss g

Gemma

Sent message prematurely. I also hope Zach does not get ‘changed’ and romance develops between them in the current form they are in.

Wes Adams

Emory, another great chapter. You're using more than the shades of grey with the characters, you're using all the colors, And your artwork is beyond incredible.

findesiecle

Page #8...masterwork...you have raised the bar to the height of Mount Everest.

Bowie897

hmmm.... It seems that Zach is taking the same hormones that Dr. Mason is taking (and was created by Dr. Mason). I bet Dr. Mason could make a fortune selling the hormones to an NFL team!

sketchyqueen

emory! you’re so freaking good at what you do! Nikki is so adorable! I love this look we get at Zach’s backstory as well! It really puts things into perspective a bit more. I wasn’t a huge fan of him originally but seeing that he’s going through a similar captive situation i’ve reassessed i genuinely can’t wait for nikki to go back to live with her mom when she finally realizes her dad is a piece of shit >:( I hope zach gets a really sweet boyfriend and nikki embraces whatever she can

stacy C

Well that went somewhere I didn't expect....which is always fun :-) Zach is definitely rocking those heels tho, Nikki might not get them back hehe x

Emory Ahlberg

Aaaa! Thank you, Nina! Your comment made my day! I had so much fun to write something that would hopefully help us connected with Zach and seen a different side to him. Yeah, poor Nikki and Zach are definitely connected by their shitty dads. 😟 Nikki's character arc this season is really important to her overall journey. She has a lot of growing to do! (hopefully)

Jessica Thence

Oh man and they were just starting to make a connection!