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Check out my other books: Demon Being System and The Neptune Guardian.

In a world where strength determines one's future, William, an orphan with no extraordinary talents, faces a grim destiny—until a brutal attack leaves him clinging to life. Instead of death, he awakens to a mysterious and powerful entity lurking within his mind: the Shadow System, a game-like interface that promises him unimaginable power. But this power comes with dark secrets, and refusing it would mean his death. Forced into a pact with a voice that can hear his every thought, William must navigate a dangerous new reality where shadow abilities and celestial power collide. As he enters the prestigious military academy, his newfound abilities draw both allies and enemies, all while a deadly conspiracy brews in the shadows. With the odds stacked against him, William must unravel the mystery of the Shadow System and decide whether to embrace the darkness within—or be consumed by it.

His journey from a bullied outcast to a potential god will challenge not just his survival, but his very humanity. Power always comes at a cost—will William be able to pay the price?

"What am I?" William asked the system.
The system’s voice echoed in his head, cold and indifferent.
"You are nothing."

Shadow Being System

<p>Emerging from the lake's cold embrace, glowing blue ethereal water cascaded down William's form as he made his way to the rocky shoreline. The chill air in the cave caused goosebumps to rise on his skin, but he wasn't concerned. His objective today hadn't been to draw in the lake's essence as he usually did – today was about something far more exciting, more important.</p>

<p>With practiced ease, William accessed his system inventory, a dimensional pocket that appeared as a translucent blue interface only he could see. His fingers danced through the air, selecting a fresh set of clothes he had stored earlier. In an instant, his wet garments were replaced with dry ones – a fitted black tunic, reinforced leather pants, and sturdy boots designed for both stealth and mobility.</p>

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