Two sickly creatures are currently in the same building.
Two sickly creatures are bound to meet their end soon.
Two sickly creatures are bound by a choice of one.
Two sickly creatures will meet the end undoubtedly.

One sickly creature still has a chance.
One sickly creature doesn't stand a chance.
One sickly creature can save the other.

In the end, regardless of the choice, there will be only one sickly creature. In the end, it will be a choice to commit to an act of kindness, that will decide which one lives. However, since the story has already begun, allow this one to tell you one thing, the true story started with a plea.

"Protect them."