Somehow this didn't show up in my friends list right away. I'm sorry for the late comment! :(

I tend to have a low tolerance for cheating, but that's me personally. Story-wise, I don't see how Nikki and Zach could stay together with the way you have it set up now.

I have absolutely no problem with picspammy/just plot-light updates. Drama is supposed to be exciting, but it's like a spice: a little bit is great, a lot is not. And remember -- this is a game. It's supposed to be fun. Do whatever is fun for you, and anyone who doesn't like it can go jump in a lake.

Fun update! :)