In the darkness, she nestled into his embrace like this.
Outside, lightning and rain raged, yet for the first time, she felt a profound calm.
Facing the darkness outside, there was not a trace of fear in her heart.
His cheek was pressed against her ear, and his steady breathing remained constant.
His large hand enveloped her small hand.
After a long while, he softly asked, "Are you tired? How about getting some sleep?"
She wrapped her arms around his neck, burying her face into his chest, "I don't want to sleep!"
"I told you, I won't leave tonight! You don't need to be scared, this time, I promise you…"
"I trust you, you don't need to promise!"
She reached out and pressed his lips.
In the latter half of the night, the rain stopped.
The moon showed a small half of its face, and a hint of pure moonlight shone in from outside, filling the room with a warm and tender glow.
