He pinched Susan's nose and breathed into her firmly. Exhale, one, two , three...

He can't remember how long he has to count for.

Thumped her on the chest again.

Breathed into her again. She smelt good despite the muck around her mouth. I hope it's not contagious.

A car screeched to a halt in the quadrangle. It must be the cops.

Try again. Thump thump thump (that's it!).

Breathe.