Rafael's nose rested against Eileen's collarbone, inhaling her familiar fragrance. Yet, his mind was filled with thoughts of Allison, Miles, and the betrayals they had committed against Eileen during this period.

He couldn't fathom how this delicate body managed to withstand such parental betrayal.

He held Eileen tighter, his embrace growing stronger.

"It's okay, just wanted to hold you," he murmured.

Eileen's heart fluttered like a leaf gently stirred. She allowed Rafael to embrace her.

Silence flowed between them like invisible ribbons, binding two distant hearts together.

With Rafael's heartbeat as a lullaby, Eileen's eyelids began to droop.

Suddenly, a chill spread from her collarbone.

Startled, she shook off drowsiness....