When an apocalyptic flood wipes out nearly all of humanity, only a remote mountain region survives. From the ruins of a broken world, a new society emerges-one that clings to the belief of living solely in the present, convinced that the past is a heavy burden and the future is yet unshaped. Ash, a young mechanic student, struggles with an inner battle: the fear of confronting his past and the growing anxiety of what lies ahead. His journey becomes a dangerous quest to confront his own darkness. But he is not alone-his mentor and friend, Gear, stands by his side, guiding him toward presence, peace, and the tranquility he longs for. Set in a hauntingly dystopian landscape, this novel explores resilience, identity, and the courage to embrace both shadows and light. A captivating story that will grip fans of dystopian science fiction and readers seeking tales of survival and hope.