After his release, he didn’t return to his hometown, since his family had long turned their backs on him. Instead, he bought a small house by the river, raised chickens, planted potatoes, and lived quietly. The villagers avoided him and were afraid of him. Some didn’t even greet him; others crossed the street when they saw him. Everyone was convinced he was dangerous and could take someone’s life again.

One day, while working in his garden, he suddenly heard a sharp scream:

— “Help!”