Setback
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THE SETBACK
Imagine our protagonists on a treasure hunt, following a map that leads them through twists and turns. Just when they think they’ve found the treasure, they realize it’s just a mirage, a decoy leading them off course. This is the essence of the setback in storytelling – a moment where characters think they’re about to hit the jackpot, only to…
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