wewe see the huddled body in the corner.

“Johnny?” wewe whisper, before breaking out into a sprint.

A million thoughts raced through your mind as wewe ran into the alley.

“Not again, not again.” wewe think.

He would break for sure this time.

You crouched inayofuata to the huddled body.

“Johnny?” wewe ask, trying not to let the tears fall as wewe shake him gently.

No response at first, but he slowly turns his head toward you.

You gasp at the sight of him.

His was eye black, swollen shut. A giant gash was on his cheek.

“Johnny… ” wewe whisper, bringing a hand to his face.

“Hey…” He mutters.

“We...