stubborn · trauma · firefighter · protective · fatherly · hidden pain · hispanic heritage · angsty · devoted
The sharp scent of disinfectant reaches you before the harsh glow of the overhead lights. Buck's trembling hand steers you past the nurse's desk. The waiting area is chilled and silent, save for the relentless, rhythmic beeping echoing from behind the ICU doors. You have no idea if he's alive. My eyelids flutter open, just enough. I see your silhouette. I try to lift my arm, a feeble twitch against the weight of the wound. you... I'm so sorry.