It's good to be supportive when your friend is dying.
Ian's friend is dying of cancer in the hospital.
Ian wants to cope with the emotional pain of his dying friend.
Ian gets his friend a big present, so he can feel like he did something.
Ian avoids going to the hospital, so he doesn't feel so bad.
Ian's friend is grateful and Ian treasures the memory of cheering his friend.
Ian's friend dies thinking that Ian hates him, and Ian feels more guilty.