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Puppet Of Time

The Echo of Lost Time

*The Echo of Lost Time* follows the intertwined lives of two architects, Alex Carter and Elena Murphy, whose fates collide after a series of unintentional encounters over seven years. Set against the backdrop of a bustling metropolis, the story explores their personal and professional growth, the choices they make, and the consequences of those choices. Alex Carter is a brilliant but solitary architect who has built a reputation for his innovative designs. Seven years ago, he lost a high-profile project—a cultural center he had poured his heart into—to Elena Murphy, a rising star in the field. Though the rivalry was brief, the sting of that loss lingered with Alex, especially as Elena's career soared in the years that followed. Elena, on the other hand, has always been driven by her desire to prove herself in a world dominated by men. But beneath her confidence lies the unresolved mystery of how she came to win the project that was originally Alex's. She never intended to become his rival, but as the years passed, the shadow of that fateful project continued to haunt her. As time moves forward, their paths cross again and again, yet they never truly connect. Their brief encounters—at conferences, in the city’s construction projects, in moments of fleeting recognition—leave them wondering if the past is truly behind them, or if something greater is at play. When both are invited to a prestigious architecture symposium, the stage is set for a confrontation that could either rebuild bridges or tear down everything they’ve worked for. In a world where time is the ultimate architect, can they both find a way to construct their futures, or will the echoes of lost time continue to haunt them? *The Echo of Lost Time* is a story of ambition, rivalry, love, and the unexpected ways our past shapes our present. It’s a poignant reminder that time doesn’t just pass—it leaves its mark, and sometimes, the most profound connections are forged not by intention, but by fate.
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Puppet of the Gods

[Puppet of the Gods / Kamigami no Kugutsu] Since the dawn of existence, two opposing forces have governed the world: Linear Fate and Boundless Fate. Linear Fate ensures absolute order, where every event is predetermined and unchangeable, while Boundless Fate embodies limitless possibilities, allowing free will to shape destiny. The Archons, self-proclaimed gods of the world, feared the chaos of free will and sought to eradicate it, forging an alliance with Linear Fate to suppress Boundless Fate and trap mortals in an unbreakable cycle of predestination. From the remnants of Boundless Fate and the last flickers of human defiance, Nazo was born. Unlike any mortal, he was untouched by Linear Fate’s and the Archon’s control, an anomaly with the potential to restore the shattered balance. However, the Archons recognized the danger he posed before he could ever realize his power. Knowing they can’t erase him yet and the fact that Boundless Fate was severely weaken, they’re able and did twisted him into their greatest puppet. From infancy, they manipulated his very existence, embedding within him a false purpose. He was raised as their enforcer, taught to believe that resisting fate was futile, that free will was an illusion, and that Linear Fate was the ultimate truth. His emotions were suppressed, his memories distorted, and his mind shackled in an unending cycle of obedience. Whenever a sliver of doubt arose, the Archons manipulated reality around him, ensuring that every attempt at defiance resulted in despair and failure. Yet, despite their efforts, the tiniest echoes of Boundless Fate still lingered within him. It was barely perceptible, but enough to spark questions. Enough for cracks to form in the Archons’ perfect world. Enough to make him wonder—could linear fate truly be change?
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