First time growing an autoflower

Topped at day 16. Early night of day 18 and I'm already seeing results of topping, small bud sites are growing out from the main stem and fan leaves stems. The plant is currently 11cm in height. I also planted a few garden cress seeds in the pot. Did LST and bent the main stem 90 degrees. Day 20 and I defoliated the 3 point fan leaves that were affected by the windburn because even after cutting down the affected part it kept spreading, additionally, I moved the fan away from directly blowing onto plant. Ending second week of veg with high hopes of survival for this beauty. Knock on wood my light is gonna last till the harvest.