THE GAME OF CAT AND MOUSE

MORENO’S POV

I stumbled out of bed, my heart racing and my breath coming in short, sharp gasps. I had just shown my vulnerability in front of Bella. I thought the nightmares had stopped, this was the first time I’d had them since Bella had been with me. I didn't know what to think, so I did the only thing I could think of: I fled the room, grabbed the door handle, yanked it open, and walked out of the room in haste. I didn't stop until I reached my study, where I leaned against the table, trying to catch my breath.

I picked up my phone and called Sylvia, she was a Doctor and like a mother to me, the only one who knew about my past and I could rely on at the moment. She picked up on the second ring. “Boy, can’t you let the old woman have some sleep” she said as soon as she picked up. I didn’t wait for her to say anything else as I continued. “Those Fuckin’ nightmares are back again” The line went quiet then I heard her speak up. “Don’t you think it’s high time you see a Shrink? Listen