He had a keen ability to recognize those who could help him survive, which was precisely why he had chosen to overshare his plans when first meeting the Winters' men.
For someone like him—who had spent his life working at the bottom of society—wariness was second nature. People in his position often had no voice, easily overlooked or discarded without consequence.
Seeking help was futile because, more often than not, it simply didn't exist for people like them.
They were frequent targets for human trafficking and other crimes, which had ingrained in them a habit of keeping information close to their chest and being wary.
Yet, despite this ingrained caution, Hugo instinctively recognized when it was worth taking a risk and revealing more than usual—an insight that set him apart.
For someone who had ingrained wariness and caution into his very being, Hugo's decision to openly share his future plans with complete strangers was nothing short of remarkable.
