Talon dashed through the crowd, hot on the heels of the thief who had stolen Alice's bag. Around him, he noticed that while the theft had caught the attention of others, most bystanders chose not to intervene.
Many simply watched from a distance or even took out their phones to record the chase, a testament to the growing individualism in the city—or perhaps the country at large. People seemed to prioritize their own concerns, remaining indifferent as long as they were not personally affected.
"This city, or even this country, its people have really become so self-centered, indifferent unless it personally affects them," Talon thought bitterly as he navigated the crowded sidewalk. Unlike him, the thief ran recklessly, bumping into several people along the way.
"Even amidst such a crowd, they dare to steal from others. Where are the police in situations like this?" he pondered, frustration mounting with each stride.
