The Leap
The Day Before
He went for the leap. He wrapped her in his arms so tight, his hands at the back of her head. Squeezing his eyes shut, Naoki prepared for the fall. It would hurt, but at least he'd save her from the injury.
Kotoko clutched Naoki's arm in fear as gravity pulled both of them closer to the cold hard cement. She was just descending the stairs when it happened. The next thing she knew Naoki was behind her, and they were falling.
The two of them landed at the bottom of the stairs, head first. Kotoko was safe, but Naoki was unconscious. His jet black hair was covered in blood.
A crowd gathered around them, but no one dared to give them a hand. Gasps and screams filled Kotoko's ears, and tears cascaded down her cheeks as she cried out for help.
"Someone call 119!"
