There's always a shadow behind a light.

That's how the saying went. I once too wanted to be a light. Someone that shined brightly.

Someone that stood at the top of the world and was admired by everyone.

It was a distant dream of mine.

One that inevitably I couldn't achieve.

Or so I thought.

That was when I thought of something.

If something shines bright enough, will there still be a shadow?

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In a world where dungeons had evolved into sources of entertainment and ratings were all that mattered, Liam found himself giving up on his long-cherished aspiration of becoming a Star Chaser. Instead, he made a bold choice to join a guild as a trainee manager. Recognizing that he couldn't fulfill his dream through conventional means, Liam resolved to achieve it through an alternate path. That is by molding a top Star with his very own hands.

Moments before commencing his first day at his new job, Liam was unexpectedly gripped by what seemed like a vision. Initially dismissing it as insignificant, he gradually became aware of its profound significance as the seconds ticked by, gradually unraveling a hidden depth he had yet to comprehend.