Weight of the World

What do you want?

Reynesh had once asked this question weeks after the defeat of the Blood Lion.

Maxus wanted to sprout everything out, that overwhelming desire to just...rest. The ideal life, all he could think of is him being happy and relaxed for once, with nothing on his mind just resting on a fluffy couch within a relatively modest and clean apartment that he owns with Leah by his side. A simple life, not even needing anything luxurious or lavish, just some simple peacefulness.

Shopping together for groceries on the weekends, cooking and exploring new recipes with her, watching their favourite shows and exploring music...

"I just want to live a long peaceful life with Leah." Maxus answered.

"You still can do that Maxus, you just have to learn when to stop."

Will stopping really make everything better? In a perfect world, someone else would take his place as the defender of this country, allowing him to effectively retire from his role as a vigilante, finally able to place his fu