Unbalanced

You lower your eyes to the axe, and then lock them with the warrior. Both of you stand silently for a few moments, before the warrior reaches behind his back, producing a small dagger.

"I do not need my axe, you pour soul. The monster I go to slay is as human as you once were. I hope you find peace in your last moments."

With that, the man moves to the side, letting you pass. Throwing a quick glance behind you as you walk away, you can see that he has continued in the direction he was originally heading, his head lowered.