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Daniel Carter is an ordinary 16-year-old—or so he thought. When he moves to Igualada, Spain, to live with his uncle Mateo, he hopes for a fresh start: new school, new football team, and maybe even a chance at love. But his life takes a dangerous turn when he discovers he has a rare ability—the power to manipulate time perception.

As Daniel struggles to control his gift, he finds himself targeted by a secret organization that sees him as a threat. Meanwhile, he joins the Igualada junior football team, where his unpredictable powers interfere with his game, pushing him to the brink of exposure. With masked assassins on his trail, intense football tournaments to compete in, and the mysterious yet captivating Sofia capturing his heart, Daniel must learn to balance the life of a normal teenager with the deadly reality of his past.

Can he master his abilities before it’s too late? Or will the truth about his father’s past put everyone he loves in danger?

A thrilling mix of action, mystery, and romance, Daniel Carter: Time on the Run is a gripping coming-of-age story where every second counts.

Time on the Run

The knife slashed through the air.

His time-perception kicked in, stretching every moment, allowing him to see the exact angle of the blade, the tension in the attacker's wrist, the shifting weight in his stance.

The blade nicked his jacket but missed his skin.

Daniel's adrenaline surged. He had to fight back.

Before the man could strike again, Daniel grabbed his wrist and twisted. The knife clattered to the ground. The attacker grunted in pain, but he was quick—too quick. He slipped free and delivered a powerful kick to Daniel's stomach, sending him staggering back.

Daniel's vision blurred for a split second—his power flickering unexpectedly.

A cold realization hit Daniel—this guy wasn't normal.

Before he could process it, Sofia grabbed his arm. "Run!"

They sprinted down the narrow streets of Igualada, dodging past empty café tables and shuttered storefronts. The attacker gave chase, his footsteps eerily silent despite his speed.

They turned into an alley, only to find it blocked by a tall fence.

Sofia cursed under her breath. "Damn it!"

The man slowed his pace, approaching them with calm precision. His hood slipped slightly, revealing a scar running down his cheek.

"You shouldn't have survived," the man said, his voice cold.

Daniel clenched his fists. Survived what?

Daniel's instincts screamed at him to react, but—

The sound of screeching tires filled the alley.

A car skidded to a stop, and a voice yelled from inside.

Daniel didn't hesitate. He yanked Sofia toward the car, diving into the back seat just as Mateo slammed the accelerator.

The attacker vanished into the shadows as they sped away.

Mateo's grip on the steering wheel was tight.

"What the hell was that?!" he barked, glancing at Daniel through the rearview mirror.

Daniel was still catching his breath. "I—I don't know."

Sofia crossed her arms. "He knew Daniel. He said something about him surviving when he shouldn't have."

Mateo's expression darkened. He didn't speak for a long time.

The car sped down the highway, streetlights flashing past like ghostly sentinels.

Finally, Mateo exhaled sharply. "There's something I need to tell you, Daniel."

Daniel tensed. He'd never heard Mateo sound this serious before.

Mateo glanced at him in the mirror. "You weren't just some random kid who ended up here. There's more to your past than you realize."

Daniel's stomach twisted. "What do you mean?"

Mateo hesitated. Then, in a low voice, he said—

"The people hunting you… they aren't new. They've been after you for years."

Mateo nodded. "And I think—" His grip tightened on the wheel. "I think Elias was never really dead."

The pieces were starting to fit together—but the picture they formed was more terrifying than anything Daniel had imagined.

A Sudden Attack