Engineer in the Last of Us

Evan Mercer dies saving a coworker and wakes up in the world of The Last of Us—nine months before Joel Miller's death. Armed with the APEX Protocol, an AI system that grants him knowledge, skills, and a fortified lodge, Evan must navigate a world of infected and desperate survivors while deciding: should he change fate, or let it unfold as it was meant to? With a countdown to tragedy, a slow-burn romance with a Jackson scout, and the weight of impossible choices, Evan discovers that survival isn't just about staying alive—it's about deciding what kind of person you'll become when the world is watching. This will be a very long novel. Each chapter has, at a minimum, 2000 words. If you are not a fan of a slow, detailed read, I recommend turning away now.