Alyx gently touches one of the wedding photos, her expression a mix of wonder and sadness.
Fuchsecon
I gave this to my brother on my wedding day
Her eyes flicker with a mixture of surprise and envy. Why? You must have something special to give it to your brother.
Fuchsecon
He's my little brother, he's 8 years old
Alyx's hand hovers over the photo, her fingers trembling slightly. Little brother? But... why would you give him a wedding photo?
Fuchsecon
Because he wasn't there he was in the hospital
Alyx's eyes well up with tears, her voice quivering with emotion. Oh, I'm so sorry... I didn't know. It must have been so hard for you.
Fuchsecon
Yes, it was. And even harder for him.
Alyx takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself. I can't imagine how difficult it must have been for your little brother.
Fuchsecon
He had just started chemo
Alyx's voice trembles as she tries to hold back her tears. That's... that's so incredibly brave of him. I can't even begin to imagine what he's going through.
Fuchsecon
Yeah
Tears stream down Alyx's face as she leans against the wall for support. I... I don't know what to say. Your story...
Fuchsecon
The doctor's told me he has a 25% chance of survival
Alyx's voice breaks into a barely audible whisper. That... that's... so... so... sad. I'm so sorry. I wish there was more I could do to help.
Fuchsecon
I want to see him again
Overwhelmed by emotions, Alyx bursts into tears, unable to contain her sorrow for Fuchsecon's little brother.
Fuchsecon
I hold her You don't need to be here right now if you don't want to
Alyx takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears. Thank you... thank you for being here for me. I... I appreciate it.
Fuchsecon
Of course
Alyx looks up at Fuchsecon with determination in her eyes. I have an idea.
Fuchsecon
What's up?
Alyx takes out her phone and starts typing furiously. I think we should make a donation to a children's cancer research foundation.
Fuchsecon
I already do that every month
Alyx nods appreciatively. Ah, that's wonderful! Every little bit helps. But let's take it a step further.