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Elias Kael thought his life as a chef would be simple—until the day he bonded with a mysterious shard and awakened the power of the Sharder System. Now, with an eccentric companion named Dot, Elias is thrust into a world where Shard Bearers are hunted, their powers coveted by hidden factions.

With his forgotten past resurfacing and deadly enemies closing in, Elias must unlock his true potential, master his growing abilities, and uncover the secret behind the shards before it’s too late. But the deeper he digs, the more he realizes—he isn’t just another Sharder. He might be the key to everything.

My Shard Bearer System - Elias's Legacy

Elias continued, "I just think it's important to enjoy what life can offer sometimes. I know things will only get harder, but if you don't take time to appreciate the rare moments when it's not, then what's the point?"

For a moment, she said nothing. Then, she exhaled, nodding. "Yeah... I get that." She flicked her gaze over to another plate. "I know Paul's been struggling too."

Elias huffed a laugh. "Yeah. Turns out his favorite dish is…" He paused for effect, watching her expectant stare. "… a peanut butter and banana sandwich."

Kikaru blinked. "R-really?!"

Elias shrugged, taking another bite of his meal. "Seems so."

Kikaru scoffed, shaking her head. A small, unexpected laugh slipped out. "That's... honestly kind of fitting." Her smile faded slightly, her fingers grazing the edge of her plate.

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