Isla
I fell asleep almost immediately in Jackson’s strong embrace; the problem was staying asleep. Images of my parents' last moments flashed through my mind.
It won’t always be like this. All of your memories are coming back at once - Adrastea tried to soothe me.
It's hard.
I know. I can feel it. You can get through this; we can get through it.
I know - I didn’t sound sure.
I did know, with the help of my new family. I knew that I would be able to pull through this. Somehow, even if I felt like a shell of my former self, I would have to move past it. Jackson pulled me tighter against his chest, and I focused on his scent and steady heartbeat to help me fall asleep.
I woke up to Jackson eying me. Morning light filtered through the curtains. I gave him a small smile which he returned
