"So, what’s your plan now?" I inquired, a slight tremor of concern creeping into my voice. I couldn’t shake the feeling that the weight of the world was pressing down on him, and it troubled me deeply. "If you need anything, I can arrange for some necessities and even provide you with guards until you find your footing and manage to settle any issues with your family." As I spoke, my thoughts veered towards their uncertain future, a whirlwind of apprehension swirling in my mind about the hurdles they might encounter.
"I don’t need guards, and you know that," he retorted, his tone steady but his eyes betraying a flicker of doubt. It was evident that while he was trying to project confidence, his mind was racing with what-ifs and unseen dangers.
"You may think you don’t need them, but your
