With shaking hands, Xan leads Abhi to a nearby medic, begging them to help him with every breath. She cannot bear the thought of losing him now, not after everything they've been through together. As the healers work tirelessly to save his life, she remains by Abhi's side, her fingers twined tightly in his blood-soaked hair.

"Please," she whispers hoarsely, her voice thick with emotion. "Please, just don't leave me...."

Time seems to stand still as the hours stretch into days with no sign of improvement in Abhi's condition. The medic shakes their head solemnly, unable to explain why their healing arts have no effect on him. Desperation claws at Xan's throat as she watches Abhi struggle to breathe, his beautiful eyes clouding over with fatigue and pain.

She spends every moment at his side, refusing to give up hope even when it feels like all is lost. "I love you,"