[Asch doesn't miss the stumble behind him. And to be perfectly honest, he doesn't care, either, as he's busy focusing on his own troubles. A few more steps is all it takes for him to sag to his knees, hunching over, trying desperately to catch a decent gulp of air. His heart's pounding on overdrive and his limbs feel like they've been petrified. He can feel his energy fading fast as the deterioration of his fonons progresses.
[Action]
...Okay, maybe it's time for a break.]