The morning sun peeked through the window, casting a gentle warmth across William's face as he stirred awake. He blinked, squinting at the soft glow illuminating the room, feeling a strange sense of rejuvenation wash over him. The familiar hum of the system's notification filled the air, signaling his survival for another day. 50 experience points gained, it chimed brightly. He still recalled what the system had mentioned about being a prototype; it left him with lingering questions. "Was there another version of the Shadow System?" "Who else might have it, and were they aware of him?" He shook his head, dismissing the thoughts. "Overthinking will make me go bald," he chuckled to himself, his cheeks lifting slightly as he got out of bed.