In the depths of Alfraed's slumbering mind, a series of vivid images, profound ideas, intense emotions, and fleeting sensations unfolded.
"......"
In this mysterious realm, Alfraed stumbled upon a young boy.
The child appeared diminutive, malnourished, and marked by numerous scars on his tiny body. At the same time, Alfraed couldn't ignore the striking resemblance of the boy's face to his own.
"... Uh, huh?"
The young boy stood in a dimly lit surrounding, his expression a mix of confusion and fear—a typical response for a child his age when placed in an unfriendly environment.
As the young boy looked around, he noticed a pair of adults whose gender could not be determined engaged in a conversation nearby.
As the young boy drew near them with uneven steps, he yearned for the comfort and security they might offer. The kind that only adults could provide. His hope, though, was swiftly crushed.
"... This one is useless…"
