Thank you!
One of the previous chapter indicated that Derick and Zilan were old school friends. Zilan was the one who believed in Derick when no one else did. So, later Zilan became Derick's informant to help with his movies. I know that Zilan will feature in future stories, but I don't know what Derick and Kauri are up to yet... probably working on movies together - and dodging the Balan - who still want their heads.
I'm glad you appreciated the descriptions too. I was seeing (in my mind) something like the Macy's Parade and/or the Royal weddings we've seen in recent years. And then added in a taste of the old legends (that must be in the previous chapter) - setting the reader up for one of the future stories...
So, yes, definitely not the end. :-)
Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving such a great comment! I (honestly) appreciate this aspect of the Curies as much as the monetary support it gives.