[ Mel survived too. His relief is palpable, though his gaze flits briefly to Viktor when he senses that twinge. But then Vi is moving toward her motorbike and he finally releases Viktor, automatically stepping forward to help - and immediately stopping in his tracks at the next threat.
Shame and guilt twists across his expression, a pressure building inside his chest while Viktor does the talking.
This isn't the same as Jinx, though.
His voice is tight when he speaks up again: ]
Vi - if there's a way to get you home, we'll find it.
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Shame and guilt twists across his expression, a pressure building inside his chest while Viktor does the talking.
This isn't the same as Jinx, though.
His voice is tight when he speaks up again: ]
Vi - if there's a way to get you home, we'll find it.
[ They owe her that. ]