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Aiden wrapped his arms around Sarah and blocked her movements with his body. He whispered over her whimpers: "It's OK… I'm here… I love you… You are my only one…"

Sarah's body stopped trashing in his embrace, and she leaned her head on his shoulder. Tears streaming down her face didn't wake her up while he continued telling her that he loves her.

When Sarah's whimpers stopped and she completely calmed down, Aiden gently whipped her tears. He hoped that somehow his words reached her in her dream and made her relax.

Sarah inhaled and mumbled: "I love you… don't leave…" She shivered briefly before her breathing returned to slow and even.

Aiden looked at her and saw that she is still sleeping. His heart ached. He kissed her forehead and spoke softly, unable to prevent his voice from breaking: "I love you more… I'm not going anywhere."