Apphia
I've been awake but don't open my eyes or move. My first thought when I woke up was Nicholas. He comforted me when I was crying after the nightmare I had. I dreamed that Rory was assaulting me again, but this time, it was way worse. I was scared, but thankful Nicholas heard me and came in. For some reason, I trust him. I know he'd never hurt me.
I finally get up, and my gaze instinctively goes to the glass table. Like the other mornings, there is a note and a flower. I read the note.
' Good morning, beautiful. You had a nightmare last night, and I stayed with you. Thank you for trusting me. May your day be as lovely as you,'
Nicholas.
I bring the pink lotus to my nose and put it in a large drawer. I go to the bathroom and look at my reflection in the mirror. My eyes are red
