The Weight of Always

Alistair's words hit me like a ton of bricks, and I found myself staring at him, feeling a sudden wave of pressure and confusion.

He seemed to sense my unease and smiled gently. "It's the law of conservation. You can't gain without losing something. Don't let that stress you out."

Alistair had a way with words, like he was born to negotiate. Whenever I felt anxious, he could effortlessly ease my f