Gossamer in the Darkness

The setting feels so vivid and immersive—I'm curious whether the author crafted the magic system first or let the world evolve naturally during writing.

The chemistry between the characters felt intense but also layered with underlying threats. How did the author balance these conflicting tones?

It felt perfect for the scope—tight yet layered. I wonder if this was a conscious choice to keep the tension high or if it evolved during editing.