You immediately forgot whatever it was you were doing, hurrying bebind the gas station. There she was - leaned against the wall, sitting on the ground, bruised and bloody. The one you'd loved forever. Max. Your heart broke for her. Kneeling in front of her, you gently took her head in your hands, surprised she hadn't scowled at you yet. Her eyes were unfocused, like she was dissociating. Max, you said gently, trying to meet her eyes.*