Dayo woke up feeling both heavy and light. It was a strange mix, a feeling he hadn't experienced in a long time, but he savored it. He went through his usual morning routine, jogging along the quiet streets, though this time he didn't stream himslef jogging well all thia social were band and in review. The silence felt odd, but he reminded himself this might be his new normal.
When he returned home, he made a quick breakfast for his family. After a while, they all sat down to eat together. The morning was quieter than usual, but Dayo knew why.
With a soft cough, he said, "Okay, you all should start talking. It's not like I was always a celebrity."
His family of five laughed together, and for a moment, the tension lifted. Dayo smiled and said, "This doesn't change anything. The good thing is I get to spend more time with you all. For me, this is for the best."
They nodded, agreeing silently.
