Troubled Heart
“I’m right here with you. You’re not alone, and we’re not trapped. We’re just waiting out a storm. That’s all this is.”
My breathing hitched again, but her steady presence began to break through the fog of panic, drawing me back from the edge. I focused desperately on her heartbeat beneath my hand, matching my slow and measured breathing to hers.
“Good,” she encouraged softly, noticing my deliberate attempt. “Just like that. Deep breaths, in and out.”
Gradually, the crushing fear eased, though embarrassment burned hot in my cheeks. I hesitantly opened my eyes, meeting Lilac’s gentle, reassuring gaze. Her eyes reflected a quiet empathy that made my chest ache differently.
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