Instantly, Taemin jumped away, falling to the ground. He sat puddled in his own tears, gasping for air as everyone crowded around him, making him feel trapped. 

"Stop!" He finally shouted, the words coming out incoherent due to the sobbing. 

Through his tears he could see Jinki sitting with him. He felt a hand grab his. He jerked it back, trying to get out of their grip, but failing. He knew it was Jonghyun, since the grip was so strong. The next thing he knew, his sleeve was lifted, revealing the fresh harsh red lines on his arm. He heard gasps fill the room, only causing him to sob harder.