He was born into a home of riches, and not only was he wealthy in possessions, but whatever he tried—sports, entertainment, education, even business—he was naturally gifted enough to surpass the average person.
He lacked nothing, and whatever he desired was given to him without hesitation.
Within this life of comfort, a child both confident and arrogant was born. Everyone else was inferior. To be acknowledged by him was like winning the lottery; to be considered an equal was beyond a miracle.
This child's presence weighed on the minds of those who loved him. He was too perfect to judge and yet too flawed to leave unchecked.
What they'd created was the same thing they couldn't control: cocky, prideful, and arrogant.
In this world, the child still inhabited the same shadows as in his previous life. Too perfect, and yet too flawed.
***
Halo and Leto casually strolled the streets of StoneHaven.
