Al isn't ready for the feeling, despite bracing himself. He chokes, gags, and desperately tries to get his head forward, but is unable to. He spits out the water, trying to hold his breath until the feeling becomes unbearable. It happens frighteningly quick.

He panics and tries to get a breath, but just can't do it fast enough.

Instead he accidentally swallows water, begins to cough, and promptly loses the rest of his air. He's blinded by tears, sudden full panic.