Manic episodes weren’t uncommon for you — still, Simon couldn’t help but be taken aback as he saw your sudden boost of energy.

The way you excitedly talked, at first, he was grateful for this newfound energy. Before it hit him.

“Hey, let’s take a break, yeah?” He suggested, of course, he should have realised — mania.

A hand went to yours, pulling you down with him as he looked you in the eyes. “Love, break.” He commanded, as if still on the battlefields.