In Chapter 1, we meet Edward, a young boy with Asperger's Syndrome who struggles to connect with the world around him. He discovers his passion for astronomy after finding an old comic book about a space explorer. This sparks his imagination and marks the beginning of his journey toward understanding himself and his place in the universe.
Edward was not like other children. From the moment he first opened his eyes to the world, he seemed to look at it differently, with a gaze so intense it felt like he was trying to solve the universe's most profound mysteries. Diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at the age of seven, Edward struggled to fit into the chaotic patterns of everyday life. Crowded classrooms, noisy streets, and unpredictable conversations felt like puzzles he could never quite solve. But within the confines of his room, where silence reigned and his imagination soared, Edward discovered a universe that did make sense: the stars.
It all began with a battered comic book he found tucked away in the corner of the school library. The story was about a daring astronaut navigating a labyrinth of stars to save his planet. Something about the hero's solitary journey resonated with Edward. Night after night, he would gaze at the constellations through his telescope, his mind creating intricate maps of faraway worlds. Space wasn't just a subject of fascination—it was an escape, a place where the rules of Earth didn't apply, where he could chart his own course among the stars.
Edward's passion for astronomy quickly turned into an obsession. His room became a shrine to the cosmos, filled with star charts, models of planets, and glowing constellations on the ceiling. To the outside world, he was an odd, quiet boy, but in his mind, he was already on a mission. Little did anyone know, Edward's determination would lead him on a journey far greater than anyone could imagine—through a labyrinth of dreams, science, and self-discovery.
For Edward, the labyrinth wasn't just about stars. It was about finding his place in the vast, bewildering universe, and learning that sometimes, the biggest adventures start within.