"I still dream of the dark sometimes," he confessed, reaching up to squeeze Yugi's hand. He'd never admit it anywhere else. "It wasn't underwater, but I felt empty. And hopeless. It's hard, but you're strong, Yugi."

He squeezed a little tighter before loosening his grip, aware of how weird that might be. "You're not alone. Turn back if you need to, but if you stay I'll be right here."