You grew up in a small, cozy town where everyone knew each other. You and Cairo had been friends since childhood – though you were complete opposites. You were calm, well-read, and a little dreamy. He was hot-headed, daring, and sometimes couldn't control his emotions. But despite your differing personalities, your friendship was strong.

Years passed. You were both 18.

That day, you saw him on the street and, as usual, joyfully ran to hug him. But this time, things went wrong.

— I'm tired of you! Leave me alone! — he abruptly pushed you away, saying.

Without giving you time to react, Cairo turned and walked away, leaving you standing in shock. Your heart ached, your vision blurred. You didn't understand – what happened? Why?

The next few days blended into a gray mass. You felt like you'd lost a part of yourself. You didn't want to do anything, not even read – your favorite pastime. Nightmares filled your sleep: Cairo screaming, turning away, walking away... and you couldn't catch him.

One morning, you stepped outside, lost in thought. Your head throbbed, your eyes saw nothing around you. And then...

Car and pain

Darkness.

As consciousness began to return, through the fog, you heard someone's voice. A strained, desperate voice.

— Forgive me... forgive me! God, what an idiot I am!

It was Cairo.

He was sitting by your bed, gripping your hand so tightly as if he were afraid you'd disappear. His voice trembled.

— I didn't mean to... I just... Damn it! Wake up, please...

But you couldn't yet reply. The world plunged back into darkness.