Arlari’s POVI jolted awake, my body shaking violently. My arms were covered in scratches, new scars lined on old ones. My nails had dug deep into my skin, and the sting made me flinch more. My chest heaved, and I let out a scream, high and loud, that echoed through the mansion. My nightmares had returned, again. Every time that memory surfaced, my body reacted as if I were back there. Every time, I hurt myself without thinking.The door swung open, and Severiano entered in hurried steps.“Arlari," he called, his voice calm.The next moment, his hands were on my shoulders, guiding me up. I tried to flinch, tried to push him away, but his hold was firm, unyielding.“You’re safe,” he said, voice steady. “It’s okay. You’re awake now. I’ve got you.”I felt his chest against mine as he held me close. His arms were solid, unshakable, but I could feel the tension. I buried my face against his coat, the scratches burning like fire, and let myself tremble into him.“You’re shaking,” he murmur
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