I love it.. as usual…

One thing though

( my opinion only)

You say too much in the “authors note”…. I understand it is supposed to be helpful but you should leave the readers to see ( read) whatever they see in your story… DO not guide us — we will get there on our own time. ANd, we might also see a few things you missed…. :)

BTW — as for Art itself….two words

De Profundis