Melting His Icy Heart
"What's happening? Are you okay? Talk to me!"
"Can't... breathe..." he managed to choke out, his voice a jagged whisper.
He collapsed forward, his heavy frame falling entirely onto her. Selena struggled under his weight, her adrenaline giving her the strength to guide him toward the bed. She laid him down, her hands trembling as she cupped his face. His breathing was slowing down, turning into shallow, terrifying gasps.
"Sam, stay with me! Open your eyes!" Selena's voice cracked, and a stray tear escaped, trailing down her cheek. "Please, don't do this!"