( it is what it is, he says it like he's resigned to it. how long has his beloved been wrestling with his demons, so alone? he's tangling his legs with his, pressing his body flush against him with a soft sigh. he nuzzles into his cheek, his neck, arms winding around him. )

It's over. ( he echoes softly. ) But you're not alone. I won't let you be on your own with this. Have you... have you seen the doctor? There are treatments —