Writing Great Villains: Why They Shouldn't Be Sympathetic
Writing great villains is about striking a balance between charming and evil, so we love them but also love to see them lose.

The story of Mak Munah, a single mother who has four children. All her children have grown up but they all still expect their mother to serve them for various reasons. Mak Munah feels sad about what is happening in her life and is hurt by what her children have done to her. Eventually, she decides to bequeath all her wealth to Baitulmal after her death. But will there still be a chance for them to seek forgiveness from their beloved mother?
Writing great villains is about striking a balance between charming and evil, so we love them but also love to see them lose.
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