I don't derive any joy from this. It's been an entirely unpleasant event, and if there's one thing I do regret, is that it's causing you this grief.

I'm sorry for you and Zero. But you can still consult the other gods for help, or you could build your followers till you have enough power to properly banish that side of him for good.

That man agreed to keep his distance not to break his ties with you. He did it because he is your friend. And I believe that your friendship with him is only over if you think it is.