You could've left me there and ran, like I said. But instead you came back and you helped me. You didn't have to. I … I couldn't leave you there. I averted my gaze. It wouldn't have been right. And I would've never been able to forgive myself.
In the passage from "Obsidian" by Jennifer L. Armentrout, one character reflects on an important moment of support and moral choice. Instead of abandoning someone in need, they chose to return and offer help, highlighting a commitment to doing what is right. This decision emphasizes the importance of empathy and responsibility in human relationships.
The other character expresses gratitude for the act of compassion, acknowledging that the rescuer had no obligation to help them. This conversation reveals deeper themes of loyalty, guilt, and the emotional weight of choices we make regarding others, underscoring how such moments can shape our self-perception and define our connections with one another.
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