Doc ruffled Laurence’s hair and said, “Laurence, you must study hard and train diligently. You must learn everything I teach you.
“The life you have today didn’t come easily. Just surviving and growing up will be no small feat.”
The boy had no idea how many people had sacrificed to protect him or how much effort had gone into ensuring he could live, grow, and thrive.
Laurence only half-understood. He promised, “Sir, I’ve been studying and training seriously lately. I haven’t been slacking!”