Drowned, betrayed, and humiliated—Brandon’s life ended in the most pathetic way possible. But when he opened his eyes again, he was no longer Brandon.

Reborn as Noah Weaverheart—in a novel he had read—the spoiled yet talentless son of a duchess, he quickly realizes a cruel truth: he’s nothing more than a stepping stone, fated to die in the first 30 chapters of this world’s story.

But fate isn’t set in stone.

Because he now has the Sovereign Bond System, a power that allows him to share everything from the women he bonds with—but at 10,000 times the quality.

—

[Ding! You have bonded with Neko Neko.]
[Ding! You have shared the affinity and talent of Neko Neko.]
[Ding! You have obtained the affinity: Ice (SSS rank) and the talent: Sovereign of Ice (SSS rank).]

Noah’s lips curled into a knowing smirk.

If this world wanted him to be a stepping stone, then he’d crush the so-called protagonist, steal his harem, and rewrite destiny itself.


Characters art by @Darkstar116.

The moment Noah spoke those words, the moment he chose her name and said it aloud—


The Akashic Records—how could they stay silent in this moment?


{Noah Weaverheart, you are attempting to name a being that is not one of your creations.}


{A name is an identity. Something tied to one's very existence.}


{Changing her name means changing her identity.}


Then, the Akashic Records sent a notification to each of them—Noah and Zara:


Noah said nothing at first. He looked at Zara, letting the choice rest with her. After all, it was her name.


Noah had told her: Take the first step, and you'll see it's not as difficult or as scary as you think.


Chapter 121 - Chapter 121:True Name