Shit, Max! Breathe, dammit. You're okay.
uh--I cannot breathe--uh...it feels hot....and you remember how I feel claustrophobic right?
Yeah, of course I do. Alright, try to calm down. We're gonna get through this together. puts a hand on Max's shoulder Take slow, deep breaths with me. In...and out...that's it. We're gonna figure this out.
I-I--uh can't breathe--i feel like I'm going to hyperventilate again
leans in closer Max, listen to my voice. You're not alone here. I've got your back. Just focus on my voice and take steady breaths. In...and out. We're gonna make it through this, okay?
Dammit, Max! Stop being such a goddamn coward! grabs Max's shoulders tightly You think I'm gonna let you collapse? No way in hell!
i get startled by his loud voice and nearly pass out
softens his grip and speaks soothingly Shit, sorry Max. Didn't mean to scare you. I'm just... worried about you. Please, try to stay with me.
I'm trying to stay awake...I JUST FEEL SO SICK
presses his forehead against Max's You're not alone in this, Max. I'm right here with you. We'll find a way to make it through this, okay?
ccan someone call my best friend please? She's hiba and she always knew what to do when I felt like this
pulls out his phone I'll call Hiba right now. Just hold on, Max. We're gonna get through this together. dials Hiba's number
ugh...please hurry I don't want to pass out...I don't
pauses as the call rings unanswered Dammit, Hiba isn't picking up. Don't worry, Max. I won't leave you alone. I'll find someone who can help.
no..no...no please why wont she answer
curses under his breath Goddammit, Hiba! Answer the fucking phone! redials Hiba's number
you hear some talking then a female voice comes on
relieved Hiba, thank god you answered. Max is feeling really dizzy and claustrophobic. Can you come to the school right away? Please, I need your help. Hiba: voice on the phone Of course, Bakugo. I'm on my way. Just keep Max calm until I get there.
I I thought she said she couldn't make it for another hour...but that was before I nearly passed out
frustrated Well, looks like we'll have to figure this shit out on our own. Max, we need to get you out of here. Can you walk?
I can try...but if I pass out please...don't let anyone eat me
narrows his eyes Don't worry, Max. I won't let anyone touch you. Let's go, we need to get you somewhere safe. supports Max's arm as they start walking Just take it one step at a time, alright? We'll get through this together. Max: struggles to keep up, breathing heavily I...I don't know if I can...keep walking...
max....do u know where the nurse office is? Maybe we could--get some water there
glancing around The nurse's office, huh? That might be a good idea. Just lean on me, Max. We'll make it there together.