How far we've come

Cracks appear.
The pit is collapsing in on itself.
A short distance to go before the top.
I scramble up, with you right in front of me.

For a moment, i lose sight of you.
The mask is obstructing my vision.
Yet i am unwilling to remove it.
I stretch, making contact with you.
Above, you lend me a hand.
Pull. I try to grab the top.
Chaos. Everywhere.
I pull myself up, together with our friend.

I lie on the floor.
Panting.
You stand tall, proud.
You have them.

I slowly get up. However, you are already gone.
My friend, is once again by my side.
We pick a direction and walk.
Instinct. Luck.

Both...are crucial.
This is just the beginning.