Samuel died at the hands of his best friend, Jaden, and his companions. In death, he received his system and the Stone of Return, which transported him back 20 years into the past. It was also here that he finally unlocked his spirit world—something he never managed to do in his previous life at the age of 38, while it's typically unlocked at 18.
Samuel is filled with regret for his past decisions and misplaced trust. Returning to the past, he's determined to correct his mistakes and save the life of his beloved, Shane—his light in a world shrouded in darkness. Shane died at the age of 27 in Samuel's previous life, a truth he desperately wants to change.
It was a very good read, thank you! I also like the shift in perspective between Samuel and Shane. I'm curious to see how the story will develop.