Bye
This story started with a dream.
The dream of a young, stupid boy, who just wanted to write about Minecraft and My Little Pony.
.
A Crafter’s Dream, was my crutch.
A way for me to get past every dreary day of school. I would look forward to the comments, good or bad, that my story would rouse others to say.
But that time has passed.
This story isn’t what it used to be, just as I’m not who I used to be.
And I don’t
I looked forlornly at the computer screen as I wrote. I didn’t like what I was writing, but I knew it had to be said. I rub a tear from my eye.
“Now’s not the time.” I muttered, to no one in particular. I put my fingers to the computer keys, but they don’t move. Eventually, I grit my teeth then sighed, leaning back. “How?” I muttered. “How do I tell them I’m giving up.”
“You’re not.”
I sigh again, then turn around. There, sitting on my bed, is Steve. He’s not real, of course, just a figment of my imagination, but he sure looks real. His jeans look rough, and I can see the pale, scarred, flesh barely visible from his shirt sleeves and collars.
“Oh really? How do ya figure?” I ask, shoving my frustration down.
He shrugged. “Well, like ya said.” He spoke, standing up. “This story’s been dead for a while, right?”
I nod, hesitantly.
“Well, then you’re not giving up. A doctor stops working on a body when it’s dead, because what’s the use? You’re doing the same thing. You’re not giving up, you’re just putting your story, my story, to rest.”
“But, what about the few people who still read it?” I ask. “There are still people-”
“What do you want?” Steve asks, cutting me off.
“Huh?”
“What do you want?” He reiterates. “Because you’re the author. It should be your call whether to continue this story or not, not someone else's. What do you want?”
I turn away from him, turning back to stare at the words on the computer screen. For a while, I don’t answer, mulling over my words before finally responding.
“I don’t get any enjoyment from writing this anymore. I just don’t.” I run a hand through my hair. “So, I guess to answer your question, I don’t want to continue this anymore.”
“Well then, that’s your answer.” Steve replied, grinning.
“But it’s not that simple!” I argue.
“Isn’t it?” The Crafter responds, stopping me short. “Because to me, it seems rather simple. All you gotta do, if you truly want to, is to end it on your terms.”
“But, but, but what about all of the stuff I had planned. Onyx’s death, you fighting Discord, you finally realizing why you and Herobrine look so similar, all of it? What do I do about that?”
Steve put a hand on my shoulder, though I couldn’t feel it. He grinned down at me, a sincere look on his face. “You put that to rest to.”
I look at him for a moment before sighing and closing my eyes. When I open them again, he’s gone.
I sit there for another moment before getting up from my seat. Putting on my hat, I make my way to the door. Upon opening it, I take a step forward, but stop and glance back at you.
I smile.
“Thanks. This is Ruthim345, signing off for the last time.”
I go to leave, but stop once again. I glance back at you one last time.
“But you can call me Alex.”
And I’m gone.
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I may not have read this story in it's entirety, but i feel this must be said.
Alex.
Wherever life leads you.
Good luck.
Have fun.
And stay true.
To YOU.
Press f in chat to pay respects
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(And good luck with life man, you made one nice story to read!)
Farewell, best wishes
I never read the story, but i admire your courage to discontinue your story instead of being slaved by the expectations of your readers.
Ill read your story in my spare time, as this has caught my eye since last year. While its sad to see it discontinued, its for the best, as an author who cant find the spark in his story anymore makes that story effectively dead and lifeless.
I’m gonna miss you and your story, but like Steve said, it’s your call. I genuinely hope you’ll come back one day, not to write, but just to say hello or see what’s new. Have a good one, and know that we’re all still here for you.
Good luck on your next adventure.
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F for the respects
Thank you for giving us an end to this story. I wish you the best of luck in your future.
Hey!
Thank for writing a cool story! I enjoyed it, and I'm glad you're moving on.
You gotta do what makes you happy!
while i'm sad to see it go, I'm proud to have been here while it was written. I understand your reasons, and i wish you luck with whatever you do next...See you later, Alex the Story Crafter.
i was litaly saying that i cant whate for the next chapter not 5 mins ago i should have sated quiet. it was fun while it lasted at least. i tried writing a story and i understand why stopping is appealing i only have like 200 word down and i cant for the life of me i could neavr think where to go from there.
may your day be filled with finding $20 on the sidewalk my guy.
Aww man I really loved this story too and always looked forward to it.
Nevertheless, this is your story and you have every right to end it if you see fit.
I would rather you end it now then try and force yourself to write, no good story comes from that. I wish you luck on any of your future endeavors and bid you and this story adieu.
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You just had to leave a hurtful comment didn't you?
Obviously you aren't the reason it got cancelled but still.
It was a fun ride while it lasted. I wish you luck in all your future endeavors.
For now dude be happy and this story was good but if you didn't like I can understand.
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Maybe.... One day. But not now, and not tomorrow.
But maybe one day.
i dont know if it be rude to ask and feel free to decline but, could i have your blessing to unofficially continue the story? i feel wrong leaving the story unconceded like this
Ironic, this story gets featured the day it's canceled. Feels bad man, but if you're not feeling it, you're not feeling it.
Don't be sad because it's over. Be happy because it happened. -Dr. Seuss
I really enjoyed your story it was great.
Thank You and God bless.
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Okay
Dam it.
I liked this one.
May your heart be your guiding key, Alex. Best wishes.
I really enjoyed the story while it lasted but I understand that it's dead
godspeed you magnificent bastard
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It's always hard to say goodbye. I hope you can walk away and find a path for something new to experience. Thank you for writing.
Good bye ruthiem345
Don't let the flame die ;c;
This has been a crazy ride, sad to see you go. Hope your life stays positive in the current madness. 👋
It was an amazing journey. I do hope some day, you may come back to this. But take the time you need. Find new inspiration, just don't give up on writing. Do what makes you happy.
Aw, bummer. Well, at least you're being straight with us. I can respect that.
Good night, and good luck.
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Sad to see it go, but I am glad that you wrote it
Good luck my friend, in all of your endeavors.
It was an honor to read this story and a shame that the time has come for it to be laid to rest, I wish you well on whatever you do in the future and look forward to what you write next. I guess I should post one final quote since this is the end... Ah, I have just the one.
Remember the sadness and pain but also the joy and laugher,
both were fleeting but they let us grow.
From the Children we were to the Adults we have yet to become,
It will be these memories and feelings that shall shape who we are and where we will go.
Onward we walk, never knowing which path we take till we look back
So hold your head high boy for the path you tread is yours to carve out and no one else's.
Just remember that in the end it is a life lived without regrets that is a life well lived.
I always hate to see a good story die, but you can't force yourself to write something you don't want to. Best of luck with your future endeavors.
See You space cowboy...
It's sad to see this end, but it's the best decision. If you no longer enjoy what you do, then you should find something else to do.
It was an honor to read this.RIP Crafter
.... i am new to comenting but i have bin with you on this road since the begining of this story and i have found a way to comment just for this.... so if you truly want to give up i want stop you and i dout i culd even if i wanted to.... but i ghes i shuld ad this to my list of reletivly good storys that have come to an end..... welp.... onto the next adventure.... bye to all yall and hopefuly you have an exelent rest of your life alex and that it may not be cut short by this virus.
and i mean this
hopefully you have a good begining to a new chapter in your life and il go ahead and check this off as another story that has ended in my personal library and i have bin with this story since.... gigles* since the very begining and i have seen it grow...... and now i have seen it die..... i hope you have a good rest of your life alex and that it is never cut short
It's a shame, and I'll miss it, but you gotta do what's best for you. I wish you the best of luck in your future and thank you for the story you gifted to us.
I understand how hard it is to write a story for so long, so you have my sympathy.
It was good while it lasted, and hey maybe the secret is to write shorter stories? Or to fully plan out the longer ones?
I dunno.
Take a rest and relax, we'll see you in the next story :)
I find it rather humorous that my most favorite story ends on my birthday, if it wasn't I would’ve seen this sooner! Just this morning, I check any new updates as per usual. Imagine my surprise when my still-asleep brain realizes that this story simply ended.
But I’m not mad, far from it. I am so proud of you, Alex. It takes so, so much strength to cancel such a big project, to stop what used to be the one thing you looked forward to every day, focusing on nothing but that. Certainly more than the strength it would have taken to simply force yourself to continue.
I understand, truly, I do, because I’ve gone through the same thing many times. Just know, that I truly understand how you feel, so please find a way to cope with the loss. Let me tell you, that if you simply put it aside it will hurt you more; speaking from experience.
We love you, man.
Best wishes!
This story was truly amazing to read, and it's a shame to see it end like this
But I wish you luck with whatever you decide to do in the future
So are you leaving Fimfiction? Or just canceling the story?