Over the next few days, we work together on Dominik’s recovery. In the beginning, he’s unable to get out of bed. We work slowly to get him sitting up, and then standing for a short period of time. Once he’s able to stand for a minute, we try walking.

“This is impossible,” Dominik grunts, having fallen to his knees again after two steps. He slams his fist against the floor, creating a deafening bang. “I should just be finished off.”

“Don’t speak ...