The story is well-crafted and holds great promise for the future. Above all, your own enjoyment in writing should be your priority. It’s not always about money or recognition, but about the joy of sharing your work with others. If your readers appreciate your stories, that alone is a meaningful achievement. Many focus only on the present, but some of us think long-term. This isn’t a critique—just a reminder that preserving what we cherish today is key to shaping a better tomorrow.