They were comrades in arms, fighting for a common goal. As such, there were many times when all they had to hold onto was each other. Soon they came to know that if one of them were to fall, the other would be there to pull them back up.
When he found himself sinking in a mire of his own weaknesses, she shone a path for him to find a way out. She was an unshaking, limitless source of warmth, who saw strength in him when he himself could not.
He taught her to believe in herself. When she thought all her power was borrowed, he reminded her of the power in her own soul. That even the smallest life had the capability to illuminate the world.
And when it seemed like there was no light at the end of the tunnel, he found her and let her know: I'll be there for you. Even if the world throws you away, I'll come pick you up again. So come on, let's dance.
They told each other: Don't give up. Don't die. This story isn't over yet. I'll show you just how special you are, so take my hand and we'll cross this stormy night together.
Things used to seem so hopeless and impossible. But when they came together, it all felt so much easier. Not even fate could stand a chance when their wills coincided.
And when the battle was won, the days of strife left far behind, they still had each others' smiles to look forward to. And they found that in the end, everything was worth it just for that.