After spending an entire year with Victor to train for the Grand Prix, Yuri is left alone. In the face of a family tragedy, Victor leaves Japan without explanation. No calls, no texts, not a word. Yuri survives a month without the man he loves, and prays for the return of his beloved coach. When he does return, he isn't the same; he is broken, beaten, and delicate. Yuri has to put him back together, but can he? Either way, he has to try. After all, Yuri learns the hard way that he can't live without him. ⚠️mature⚠️ This story will contain some smut, but you can skip it if it makes you uncomfortable. It won't affect the story too much.