How did the author decide to balance humor and heartfelt moments in this story?
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Nine Month Contract

Nine Month Contract
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How did the author decide to balance humor and heartfelt moments in this story?
Did anyone else feel the forced proximity trope was executed perfectly or a bit predictable?
What made the author choose a nine-month contract as the story's framing device?