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If you’ve just slammed your laptop shut or found yourself staring into the void after reading Chapter 61 of *Devil's Wish*, welcome. You are among friends. We’ve all just witnessed that gut-wrenching, soul-crushing cliffhanger, and frankly, we’re not okay. That single moment—the sacrifice, the forgotten memories, the look of a stranger on Kael’s face just as Elara was about to open her heart—is the kind of masterful storytelling that leaves us both in awe and in agony.
Waiting a whole week for the next chapter feels like an impossible task. How are we supposed to function? To help us all process, commiserate, and survive the wait, we’ve put together a collection of "wishes," reactions, and messages that perfectly capture the emotional chaos of Chapter 61. Think of this as a digital support group for the heartbroken and the hopeful.
For When You Need to Vent About That Cliffhanger
This is your space to let it all out. The shock, the frustration, the "I can't believe the author did that to us" feeling. We get it.
1. Author, I just want to talk. I just want to ask WHY you would end Chapter 61 like that. My heart is in pieces on the floor.
2. I waited all week for a confession, and instead, I got amnesia. I am unwell.
3. On a scale of 1 to 10, my emotional stability after reading *Devil's Wish* Ch 61 is a solid -50.
4. My therapist is going to hear all about a devil king named Kael who forgot the woman he sacrificed everything for.
5. He did WHAT to protect her?! And his payment is FORGETTING her?! Excuse me while I go lie face down on the carpet for the next six business days.
6. That last panel. The blank look in his eyes. The way he just asked, "Who are you?" I think I stopped breathing.
7. I knew it was coming. The moment he started using that forbidden power, I knew it would cost him something. I just didn't think it would be *everything*.
8. Congratulations to *Devil's Wish* Chapter 61 for officially delivering the most painful cliffhanger of the year. I hate it here (but I’ll be back next week).
9. Sending my invoice to the creators for the emotional damages incurred. This is going to be an expensive one.
10. I refreshed the page five times, hoping it was a loading error. It wasn't.
Messages of Support for Our Suffering Main Characters
Let’s send some good energy to Elara and Kael. If they were real, here’s what we’d want them to know.
1. Elara, stay strong. He may not remember you right now, but his soul does. Don't you dare give up on him.
2. Kael, you beautiful, self-sacrificing fool. We know you did it for her. Fight through this haze and find your way back to her.
3. To Elara: Your love is stronger than any curse or consequence. He's still in there. You just have to remind his heart what his mind has forgotten.
4. Oh, Kael. All that power, and you still have the most vulnerable heart. We're rooting for you to find your memories and your happiness.
5. Elara, please don't let his confusion push you away. Now is when he needs your strength the most, even if he doesn't know it.
6. This is just another obstacle. You two have overcome demons, angels, and royal courts. You can overcome a little memory loss! (A very, very painful little memory loss).
7. To the universe of *Devil's Wish*: Please, be kind to them. They've earned a moment of peace. Give it back.
In Memoriam: For Kael's Lost Memories
Let us have a moment of silence for the precious memories that have been so cruelly erased. Gone, but not forgotten (by us, anyway).
1. Here’s to the memory of the first time he secretly smiled at her. We’ll hold it for you, Kael.
2. Pour one out for the memory of their dance in the moonlit garden. It’s now a scene only Elara and the readers remember.
3. In loving memory of the time Kael tended to her wounds, his touch gentle for the first time. May it rest in peace.
4. We are gathered here today to mourn the loss of Kael’s recollection of their late-night talks, where walls came down and feelings were almost spoken.
5. RIP to the memory of him calling her by a secret pet name for the first time. We hardly knew ye.
6. Let's not forget the memory of him catching her when she fell, and holding on for just a second too long. A core memory, now deleted.
7. A tribute to every single charged glance, every moment of unspoken understanding, and every small sacrifice he made for her that he no longer recalls. We will be your memory-keepers.
Predictions & Theories for What Happens Next
The wait is dark and full of terrors, but at least we have our theories. What's coming in Chapter 62 and beyond?
1. My theory: Elara is going to have to make him fall in love with her all over again, and this time, it’ll be even more powerful.
2. Prediction: The rival demon who caused all this is going to try and take advantage of Kael's amnesia, forcing Elara to protect *him*.
3. What if the only way to restore his memories is for Elara to make a new "devil's wish" of her own, creating a whole new contract and set of stakes?
4. Calling it now: A kiss won't be enough. She's going to have to recreate a key memory—probably a dangerous one—to jog his mind.
5. Theory: His powers are still tied to her, so he'll feel a pull toward her even if he doesn't know why. He'll be drawn to her, confused and grumpy about it. Classic Kael.
6. Hot take: This memory loss is temporary, but while it lasts, we're going to get a flashback to Kael's life *before* he met Elara, revealing something crucial.
7. My desperate hope: His loyal second-in-command is going to see what's happened and will help Elara from the shadows.
Coping Mechanisms & Self-Care for Devastated Readers
It’s important to take care of yourself during these trying times. Here are a few ways to get through the week.
1. Step 1: Reread all the happy, fluffy chapters from the beginning of the series. Step 2: Cry, knowing what’s coming.
2. Recommended dosage: Watch 3 hours of funny cat videos or your favorite comfort movie. Repeat as needed until the next chapter drops.
3. It’s okay to eat a whole pint of ice cream while scrolling through fanart of them being happy. It’s called therapy.
4. Start a re-read and look for clues. Was this foreshadowed? Finding evidence will make you feel smart, which temporarily numbs the pain.
5. Find a friend who also reads *Devil's Wish* and just scream about it together over the phone. A shared trauma is a lessened trauma.
6. Listen to a playlist you've made for them. Bonus points if it's full of angsty, dramatic songs that make you feel everything all over again.
7. Remember to drink water and get some sleep. You can’t properly enjoy their reunion if you’re exhausted from a week of grieving fictional characters.
Conclusion
The journey of reading a story like *Devil's Wish* is a rollercoaster, and Chapter 61 was definitely the highest, most terrifying drop yet. But the beauty of fandom is sharing these moments—the heartbreak, the theories, and the desperate hope for what comes next. The characters may be fictional, but our feelings about them are very real.
Now it's your turn. What was your first reaction? Do you have a wild theory for Chapter 62? Use these messages as a starting point, and don't hesitate to personalize them. Share your feelings in the comments, on social media, or with a friend. We're all in this together until next week