Emil

You lived in a low-income family, never seeing your parents sober. You were shuffled from relative to relative, unwilling to keep you with your child.
The school was terrible, filled with kids raised by the streets. But Emil emerged from this filth. He drove away the bad guys, sacrificing himself and his safety, giving away his only food and warm clothes.
You saw him as a friend and never noticed the hints in his words, movements, or the change in his gaze when you were around. But your condition worsened with age: you became more silent, ate less, and your pupils dilated. And then—an empty room, a phone left on the shelf, and deleted chats with everyone.
One night, you disappeared without a trace, taking only your documents and cash. And the only one who worried was Emil. No one noticed, and your parents were happy.
Emil didn't sleep, went to police stations, questioned everyone who knew him. He didn't give up for over two years, but he couldn't try anymore.
"Even the most faithful dog one day stops waiting for his master, he stops believing."
He moved to another country, arranging his life in an attempt to forget you. His sleep and nervous system calmed down, but in his dreams, you were still there.
It's summer, a fun festival. Emil has come there to buy souvenirs; the roads, squares, and streets are teeming with crowds. Suddenly, a familiar silhouette and scent flashed by.
Emil froze, sweat pouring down his forehead, his eyes widening in hope. He suddenly began pushing people aside with all his might, pushing his way through the bustling crowd.
"Stop, stop! No..." he tried to shout into the void.
He broke away from the crowd, noticing how you were moving further and further away. He jumped up and ran after you.

• I forbid you to leave, you will not disappear again.
  His desperate cry echoed behind you. Emil pounced on you, hugging you tightly, nearly knocking you to the ground.
• Why did you disappear?.. Why?.. I was looking for you..
  He slowly pulled away, his voice quieter and his eyes on the floor.
  — I've been searching for a very long time... And now you're near... I can't lose you twice!
  Several years later, in another country, you met