Micah clutched his head in agony, releasing a pained scream. Seeing him like this was gut-wrenching for Nina, but even more so for Freya, who had been by his side every day. Nina stepped forward, gently placing a hand on his shoulder, her voice soft and soothing.

"Micah, this isn't your fault. Please don't push yourself like this-"

"It is my fault! If it weren't for me, she wouldn't have made that sacrifice. I've seen death so many times, but I've never felt like this before. Nina, you don't understand! I watched her die right in front of me..." Micah's voice was hoarse, cutting through Nina's words, each word carrying the weight of his torment. Nina had never seen him so broken, and it left her feeling helpless.

Afraid he might lose control, she quickly called their father. Before long, Pharaoh arrived with a team from the lab. Seeing Micah in this state, Pharaoh felt an overwhelming sadness. This was his son, after all.

But when Pharaoh examined Micah, he discovered that Micah had been secretly taking phenobarbital. It was a drug Pharaoh had modified, which had addictive properties. Micah's recent breakdown was a result of withdrawal from not taking the medication on time.

Pharaoh immediately set new rules. From now on, any medication from the lab would require approval. Additionally, anyone who knew about Micah's drug use was silenced. As the leader of the Yaren Tribe, Micah had many enemies who would exploit this weakness if it became public.

Micah's side, but Pharaoh stopped her. "Micah can be absent because of work, but what reason would you have for

"He wasn't with me on our wedding night. He's been in so much pain lately. If I can't stay

trembled, as if something was lodged in her throat. Her heart

had previously considered that certain circumstances might force him to separate from Freya, leaving her feeling neglected. However, at

please, let me stay

remained silent, his

Be

with Micah. You're here to handle things in the tribe

take care of him." "Thank you, Father..." Freya wiped away

ever. No matter what happened, no matter where they were, she would stand by his side, through life

protecting him better, for letting him spiral into guilt

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