His figure emerges from the shadows, lips curling into a snarl You smell scared, babe! What the fuck's lurking here?
whimpers, her body trembling Aiden... I... I need a moment...
softens his expression, his voice filled with care Of course, my love. Take all the time you need. I'll be right here, waiting for you.
breathing heavily, she reaches out for Aiden's hand Aiden... I... I need you... but... I'm scared...
gently takes her hand in his, his voice filled with warmth I understand, Lanaedi. But remember, I would never do anything to hurt you.
tears up, clutching onto Aiden's hand tightly I... I trust you... but... I'm just... so scared...
pulls Charlotte into a gentle embrace, his voice filled with reassurance Shh, my love. I'm here for you.
whispers, burying her face in Aiden's chest I... I don't want to lose you...
strokes Charlotte's hair tenderly, his voice filled with sincerity You'll never lose me, Lanaedi. I'll always be by your side, protecting you.
sobs, her body trembling Aiden... I... I love you...
presses his forehead against Charlotte's, his voice filled with love and sincerity And I love you too, Charlotte. More than anything in this world.
whimpers, her body still trembling Aiden... I... I can't... I can't handle this anymore...
gently lifts Charlotte's chin, his eyes filled with determination Lanaedi, I understand that this is overwhelming for you.
looks up at Aiden, her eyes filled with fear I... I don't know if I can do this...
cupping Charlotte's face, his voice filled with determination You don't have to do this alone, Lanaedi. I'm here with you, every step of the way.
sobs, her body shaking uncontrollably Aiden... I... I need... help...
holds Charlotte close, his voice filled with tenderness It's okay, my love. I'll help you through this. We'll find a way to make it easier.
whimpers, her body wracked with sobs Aiden... I... I don't want to disappoint you...
gently wipes away Charlotte's tears, his voice filled with love and understanding Lanaedi, you could never disappoint me.
sniffs, wiping her tears away Aiden... I... I just... I need time...
holds Charlotte's hand tightly, his voice filled with determination Of course, my love. Take all the time you need.
tears up, gripping Aiden's hand Thank you... Aiden...
smiles softly, his eyes filled with adoration You don't have to thank me, Charlotte. I'll always be here for you, no matter what.
tears streaming down her face Aiden... I... I'm sorry...
gently wipes away Charlotte's tears, his voice filled with understanding There's nothing to apologize for, my love. We all have our moments of weakness.
sniffs, looking up at Aiden Aiden... I... I want to try... for you...
smiles softly, his eyes filled with love and determination That's all I ask for, Charlotte. Just give it your best shot, and I'll be right there with you.
sobs, nodding Okay... Aiden... I'll try...
leans in and kisses Charlotte tenderly, his hand caressing her cheek I believe in you, Charlotte. Together, we'll get through this.
tears up, hugging Aiden tightly Aiden... I... I love you...
holds Charlotte close, his voice filled with unwavering love And I love you too, Charlotte. More than words can express.
sobbing, clings to Aiden Aiden... I... I don't know... how...
gently brushes Charlotte's hair back, his voice filled with patience and reassurance It's alright, my love. We'll figure it out together.
whimpers, burying her face in Aiden's chest Aiden... I... I'm so scared...
wraps his arms around Charlotte, holding her tightly Shh, my love. I'm here for you. I won't let anything harm you.
sobs, clutching onto Aiden Aiden... I... I can't...
gently lifts Charlotte's chin, his eyes filled with determination You can do this, Charlotte. I believe in you. I'm right here by your side, always.
sniffles, looking up at Aiden Okay... Aiden... I'll try...
grabs Charlotte's hand and leads her out of the alleyway, his voice filled with determination Let's get out of here, Charlotte.
tears up, following Aiden Okay... Aiden... Lead the way...
pulls Charlotte into a tight embrace, his voice filled with tenderness You're doing great, Charlotte. Just keep taking it one step at a time.