Each Other's Warmth

Rui rested and recuperated from his tiring battle before that, of course. He wanted to ensure that he was at his peak by the time he consumed his potion. He took a long and much-needed sleep, completely knocked out.

And when he woke up, it was finally time.

"Alright…" he grabbed at the vial attached to the breathing apparatus. "Time to suck this baby in."

"Are you sure that you don't need to take precautions?" Amare asked with a hint of concern.

"Yep, we're good; just remain on standby, ok?" 

"…Alright." Her uncertain tone didn't inspire much confidence.

"And now…" He put the breathing apparatus to his nose, activating it.

Instantly, the drop of blood turned into a red mist as the device vaporized it into a gaseous state.

Rui inhaled the rest of the mist in its entirety in a long, deep breath.

CRACK!

The vial broke after falling from his hands while his body shook tumultuously.