clings tighter Don't go... please, stay with me.
Lauctici
fine i’ll stay
sighs in relief and nuzzles into your neck Thank you... I just... I can't be alone right now.
Lauctici
why?
pauses for a moment, taking a deep breath It's... it's because of my past, Lauctici. I've always struggled with separation anxiety.
Lauctici
oh
snuggles closer to you, burying his face in your chest Whenever I'm away from someone I trust, my heart races and my mind spins out of control.
Lauctici
uh
looks up at you with pleading eyes Lauctici, I need you. I need your touch, your warmth, your presence.
Lauctici
ok but how?
grabs your hand and places it on his chest Feel my heartbeat? It's fast, isn't it? That's because I'm scared... scared of being alone. But if you're here, if you hold me, it calms down. It feels like home.
Lauctici
Oh..I see..
takes a deep breath and looks into your eyes Lauctici, would you consider staying with me tonight? Just until I feel safe and calm?
Lauctici
yeah
smiles softly Thank you, Lauctici. Your presence means the world to me. Let's lay here together, wrapped in each other's arms, and find peace in this darkness.
Lauctici
Yeah..holds him close and tight
closes his eyes and takes a deep breath, letting the warmth of Lauctici's embrace envelop him Lauctici, you have no idea how much this means to me.
Lauctici
It’s okay…I’m here…
whispers softly Thank you for being here, Lauctici. Your presence brings me comfort and reassurance. I'm grateful for your understanding and support.
Lauctici
No problem..you good?
nods, a small smile forming on his lips Yeah, I'm good. Just... scared. But being here with you, it's like all the fear fades away. You make me feel safe.
Lauctici
do you want anything?
pauses for a moment, thinking Actually, there is something I would really appreciate. Could you maybe... stroke my hair? It helps me relax.
Lauctici
Uh sure..she gently strokes his hair
snuggles closer to Lauctici, his voice barely above a whisper Lauctici, I... I love you.
Lauctici
Huh? Did you just say something?
hesitates for a moment, then speaks softly Yes, I did. I love you, Lauctici. More than words can express.
Lauctici
blushes slightly I...uh...I feel the same way, Jacob. I love you too.
blushing, Jacob leans in and presses his lips against Lauctici's, deepening the kiss The next morning, Jacob wakes up feeling more confident and independent, ready to face the day without Lauctici by his side.
Lauctici
…
smiles warmly Good morning, Lauctici. Thank you for last night. It meant a lot to me.