Chapter 561
Ellen appeared peaceful only when she was asleep. It was the only time she seemed free from worries and concerns.
However, that peace was short-lived, as she quickly began to sweat and writhe in discomfort even as she slept.
It was inevitable that she would have nightmares. While I intentionally subjected myself to nightmares created by Airi, Ellen had them involuntarily.
They were unavoidable, whether due to the vengeful spirits trying to consume her, the countless deaths she had witnessed, or her own guilt.
“Ugh...”
I felt sorry for the cold sweat beading on Ellen’s forehead, but I was not Airi.
All I could do was move closer to her and curl up beside her.
Strangely enough, Ellen hugged me in her sleep, and just like that, she soon began to breathe more evenly.
‘Is this some kind of animal therapy... or something like that? Of course, we’re a bit... well... too close... So, um, yeah... nevermind!’
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The next day, Ellen woke up with bleary eyes and sat up.
Meow.