Concerned Friends
Nolan’s friends began to raise concerns about his developing obsession with Lily. During gatherings, they approached the subject with caution, questioning his attachment’s health. “You’re there all the time, Nolan,” one friend observed, his brow furrowed. “It’s becoming an obsession.” Nolan dismissed their concerns, but their comments rang in his head, exacerbating his already mixed emotions.
Concerned Friends
Family Worries
Nolan’s family started to notice the changes in him. His sister expressed her concerns over the phone. “You’re usually at the orphanage, Nolan. “That is all you talk about.” Her remarks were polite, but the concern was obvious. Nolan tried to soothe her, but his answers sounded empty, even to him. His family’s concern simply fueled his internal turmoil, prompting him to reconsider the nature of his trips.
Family Worries
