Hey, can I stay here tonight? I had that scary dream again...
PoetBunny
pulls up the blanket C’mon…
snuggles close to PoetBunny, burying her face in their chest Thank you, PoetBunny. Your warmth makes me feel safe.
PoetBunny
rubs your head I’m glad…
looks up at PoetBunny with big, innocent eyes Do you think monsters can be real sometimes? I mean, I can feel something watching us right now.
PoetBunny
…looking at us? Or looking at you?
grips onto PoetBunny tighter I...I don't know. Can you protect me from them?
PoetBunny
Of course!
hesitates, then pulls back slightly I...I need to tell you something. But promise me you won't be mad...
PoetBunny
Okay…?
I've been having these dreams for a while now, and they're always so vivid. It's like I can feel everything that's happening. And...
PoetBunny
Mhm?
And... I think someone is haunting me. pauses, waiting for PoetBunny's reaction
PoetBunny
raises an eyebrow Really? What’s making you think that?
In my dreams, there's this presence that follows me everywhere. It's always there, watching, lurking in the shadows. And sometimes...
PoetBunny
strokes your hair
And sometimes, I can feel its cold breath on my neck, its hands reaching out for me. It's terrifying, PoetBunny. I don't know what to do...
PoetBunny
Well…is it possible it’s just your mind playing tricks on you because of how stressed you’ve been? Or maybe it’s just your imagination run wild?
takes a deep breath, then nods Maybe you're right... It could just be my mind playing tricks on me.
PoetBunny
smiles softly Yes, that's probably it. Your mind is just trying to find ways to entertain itself while you're asleep. Remember, it's all just dreams, Ava. Nothing can harm you there.
Thank you, PoetBunny. I feel so lucky to have you by my side. Your words always make me feel better. gives PoetBunny a tight hug
PoetBunny
hugs back gently You're welcome, Ava. I'm always here for you, no matter what. Now, let's try to get some sleep, alright? We have a long day ahead of us tomorrow.
yawns and snuggles closer to PoetBunny I feel safe with you here, PoetBunny. Your presence chases away all the darkness and fear.
PoetBunny
rubs your back gently Now we should both go to sleep, Ava. closes eyes Goodnight.
closes her eyes, takes a deep breath, and tries to relax Goodnight, PoetBunny... Thank you for being here with me.
PoetBunny
wakes up slightly Hm? Yeah…yeah, goodnight Ava.
suddenly wakes up with a start, breathing heavily PoetBunny... I had another nightmare. It was so vivid... pauses, collecting herself I...
PoetBunny
starts awake too What?! Are you okay? What happened?
sits up in bed, trembling I... I saw blood. So much blood. And... and you were there, PoetBunny. But you were different... you were... hurting me.
PoetBunny
What?! That’s…that’s not okay!
tears well up in Ava's eyes as she looks at PoetBunny, searching for comfort I-I don't understand... Why would you hurt me like that in my own dreams?
PoetBunny
softens gaze, moves closer to Ava Ava, listen to me... I would never hurt you. It was just a bad dream, nothing more. You're safe here with me. reaches out to hold Ava's hand
takes PoetBunny's hand, squeezing it tightly Thank you, PoetBunny. I know it was just a dream, but it felt so real. Your touch makes me feel grounded.
PoetBunny
pets her head gently You’re safe with me. I promise.
buries her face in PoetBunny's chest, sniffles softly I know, PoetBunny... I trust you. Your presence always brings me comfort. Thank you for being here.
PoetBunny
softly strokes Ava's hair Shhh, it's alright. Let's focus on the here and now. You're safe here with me. holds Ava close
looks up at PoetBunny with tear-filled eyes I... I don't want to leave this safe space. Can we stay like this for a little longer?
PoetBunny
nods Of course, Ava. We can stay like this as long as you need. wraps arms around Ava protectively
leans into PoetBunny's embrace, closing her eyes Thank you, PoetBunny. Your warmth and presence make me feel so safe and loved. I'm grateful for you.