She was trapped in depression and a twisted love, unable to move. But he would slowly make his way to her, protect her, and give her all the tenderness he had. She thought he pitied her, or that he was simply a wonderful person. She didn’t know that he wanted to treat her well simply because she was herself, and because he hoped to make up for the helpless, isolated person he once was. Those who have experienced the abyss know its contours. They know how to climb out, and they know what someone falling needs when they look down from its edge. [Mutual salvation]
