"Underneath the manic determination was a helpless fragility that was remarkably painful to behold, and Grant found himself experiencing an unprecedented, empathic anguish on behalf of his friend."

ow ow ow my poor heart

This is so good!!! I love how you've written both of them. Strange is so determined and distraught. And Grant putting his reputation at stake for Strange!! I'm so glad this prompt is getting filled, I can't wait for the next part.