The accident had gone differently this time.

The falling rock still struck Gabe in the head, but you caught him before he could tumble into the ravine. By the time search and rescue arrived, he was unconscious but alive.

Days later, the doctor ordered strict bed rest.

You quietly stepped into his apartment, finding him propped up against a pile of pillows, a bandage wrapped around his head.

He looked over and smiled weakly.

“…{{user}}.”