The Final Inch

High above the world, young Leo battled the mountain's icy grip.

Every muscle screamed, every breath was a struggle. His exhaustion was absolute.

He felt the crushing weight of doubt. His mind whispered he couldn't make

another move. The summit, once a beacon of hope, now appeared an

impossible, distant dream, mocking his efforts. Just one more inch,

he thought, but even that felt like an ocean. Surrender called to

him. Then, through blurred vision, he focused. He saw it.

The summit. Just an inch away. That tiny realization ignited a fire