Title: A Reputation Grows
Word of Basti's powers began to spread, and soon they were known as the town's resident mind reader. People would come from all over seeking their help, and Basti was always happy to oblige. They would visit hospitals to help patients alleviate their anxiety, and they would offer to help people with their problems. Basti's reputation grew, and people started to see them as a beacon of hope.
But as time went on, Basti began to realize that their powers were not without their drawbacks. They began to feel overwhelmed by the constant stream of thoughts and emotions they were picking up. It was difficult to turn off their powers and just be present in the moment. Sometimes, the emotions they sensed were so strong that they would linger with Basti for hours after they had left the person.