His emotions teetered between anger and helplessness. Frustrated yet cautious, Vernon decided to step outside to collect his thoughts. Noticing the squatters were absent, he resolved to find a temporary place to stay, planning to return later and confront them when they were back.
Seeking temporary refuge, he contacted his parents, who graciously offered him a place to stay. Their support was a small comfort amidst the chaos that surrounded him. As Vernon sat in his parents’ living room, the gravity of the situation sank in.