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Zain’s bond with Yonas deepens as he assumes caretaker responsibilities, balancing his survival instinct with the need to nurture. Yet, the harsh realities continue to descend upon him. Tigest's absence sends Zain into a frantic search for her among shadowy corners of the city, while grappling with his own survival burden.
The Long Arm of the Law
As Tigest's challenges come to a head, her arrest further complicates Zain’s already fragile existence. Stricken by the spiraling circumstances, Zain juggles his role as caretaker while scavenging for food for himself and Yonas. His transformation into a provider comes with desperate measures as he begins to engage in petty crime, selling drug-laced concoctions to support them.