Haru approached Sarah and Aiden and cleared his throat to get their attention.
"Yes?", Sarah asked.
"You asked me what I want for my 21st birthday…", he took a deep breath before continuing: "I would like an apartment. Or an access to one. In the city."
Sarah and Aiden exchanged glances and shared an understanding that independence for Haru is too soon. They spoke about this recently and agreed that out of all their 'security personnel', only Jesse is mature enough to move out (if he wants) while others need to learn and grow.
Haru joined them about six months ago after spending most of his lifetime isolated on a mountain. He is a grown young man, capable of beating up almost everyone who comes his way, but in terms of living in a modern city like Los Angeles, he can be compared to a toddler.
"Is that a problem?", Haru asked when he saw that Sarah and Aiden are not saying anything. "You said that I can ask for anything I want."
