Gradually (смешанная)

'In her effort, [Olivia's] turned herself around and recognition washes over her as she comes face to face with Fin. His brow is furrowed and while he has let go of her, he’s hovering. She grips the front of his shirt and keeps her eyes firmly on his — eyes that are very much not William Lewis’ — and tries her best to breathe.'
 
febuwhump2023 — Day 10 — Prompt: difficulty breathing