To all those who've sent messages requesting an update: First, let me thank you for reading and apparently enjoying Cactus Flower thus far. Your kind feedback has meant a great deal to me over the last week or so.
Second, let me reassure you all that there are more chapters in the pipeline. Sadly, some real life issues have taken over lately - but I'll be returning to the story very soon.
Please accept my apologies and sincere gratitude. HOPEFULLY, I'll have time to finish up the next chapter within the next few days (at least, that's the plan).