Arafed boy sitting on a stone step in a garden

Amidst an overgrown garden, a 4-year-old boy sits on a stone bench, his gaze fixed on the task of removing a hand grenade's pin with childlike curiosity. Behind him, a majestic and mysterious figure materializes—death personified, patiently awaiting his inevitable role. The atmosphere strikes a delicate balance between innocence and solemnity, inviting contemplation on the cycle of life. Photographed by Steve McCurry using a Fujifilm GFX 100S and a 24mm lens, the lighting intertwines natural sunlight and the soft glow of studio lighting, casting gentle highlights and shadows. 8K, Ultra-HD, Super-Resolution. --v 5 --q 2