He was submerged. His body felt weightless yet the pain was almost unbearable. A bright light caught his attention. He was drawn to it like a moth to a flame. The closer he got the less pain he felt. His PROgress was hampered by his nagging mind. What if she didn't die? He wanted relief from all the pain. The pain of his body, mind, heart and soul. He started toward the light again. Was this cowardice? There would be no one to protect them. He turned away from the light and kicked to the surface. His job wasn't finished.