7 Splinters in Time

Darius Lefaux, a once-promising detective, finds himself struggling in a career now marked by failure. His reputation as a gumshoe has diminished, and the pressures of life begin to weigh heavily on him, leading to a series of humorous but humiliating romantic escapades.

Darius is called to investigate a perplexing murder case, only to be shocked to discover that the victim is an identical version of himself. The revelation sets the stage for a mind-bending quest as Darius grapples with the implications of his newfound reality.

As Darius delves deeper into the investigation, he begins to encounter alternate versions of himself. Not all of these doppelgängers have his best interests at heart, leading to confusion and a sense of danger as the lines between identities blur.

Amidst the chaos of multiple realities, Darius experiences fragmented flashbacks of forgotten memories. These disjointed recollections threaten to overwhelm him as he pieces together the puzzle of his fragmented existence.

As the investigation escalates, one of Darius's alternate selves takes on a sinister agenda, intent on eliminating him. With each passing moment, Darius realizes that he must act quickly to outsmart this malevolent version before it’s too late.

Amidst Darius's turmoil, John Luka, an eccentric juggler and friend, senses the impending danger. Their fates entwined through a shared history, Luka embarks on a mission to uncover the key to locating 'brother Darius' by seeking out Fyodor Wax.

Luka's search for Fyodor reveals a chaotic past involving a botched time-travel experiment. The remnants of this experiment lie at the heart of their current predicament, linking the friends in a shared struggle to regain stability in their lives.

During his tumultuous journey, Darius unexpectedly reunites with Alise, a captivating woman from his past. Their romantic rekindling brings back memories of a life that was interrupted a decade ago, stirring both nostalgia and confusion within him.

The memories between Darius and Alise reflect on a harrowing incident that occurred on a desolate road years prior. This traumatic event serves as the catalyst for their fragmented relationship and the reasons behind their separation.

Determined to confront their tangled pasts and the consequences of the time-travel experiment, Darius and Luka set out toward a clandestine location known as 'Omphalos.' This journey promises not only to reveal more about their intertwined fates but also to confront the chaos surrounding them.

As they approach 'Omphalos', the journey becomes increasingly treacherous, filled with both external and internal challenges. Darius and Luka must navigate the complexities of their identities while facing the manifestations of their past mistakes.

Upon reaching 'Omphalos', Darius and Luka are forced to confront the true nature of their identities. The revelations they encounter challenge their understanding of self, destiny, and the potential to rewrite their histories.

With the clock ticking and the threat of his malevolent doppelgänger looming, Darius must hurry to untangle the web of his alternate selves. Each moment lost increases the danger to his life, turning the investigation into a race against time.

In the climax at 'Omphalos', Darius must make critical decisions that will determine his future. The choices he faces not only affect himself but also everyone intertwined in this chaotic saga, highlighting the weight of his actions.