...I suppose I'm not surprised to hear that this sort of thing happens in other worlds, but... it saddens me to hear it, even so.

[He sighs a bit.]

Personally, I think it is most crucial for you to determine what you feel is truly important to you, in terms of your beliefs and what you truly want from your future. I know you likely feel a responsibility to your family, but I feel as though acting against what you truly desire will not end terribly well for anyone.