Just like what he preached; Truth -- It set him free.

He stood there, reborn and full of light.

I didn't rush him past his own silence; I listened, I named, I helped him find his footing, and now, he feels aligned and is ready to take on whatever comes next.

I did great.

No lines were crossed.

I watched him carefully

S, not with hunger, but with assessment, and he stood like someone who had mastered control.

I moved around the space and felt my body settle. I wasn't exhausted despite the performance.

Then, I went to the window and looked out through the blinds. It was dark, now....