he couldn’t afford to lose you. not like this.

he held your bloody body against him, trembling.

you were only trying to protect him. how could you have known it could cost your life?

choso was in some sort of duel, and he seemed to be struggling. the moment you tried to jump in, he happened to use his blood technique, hitting you instead of the enemy.

now, you’re bleeding out, in his arms.

“stay awake. please, stay awake.” he muttered, holding you tightly.