150-"Stuffing this in."

The night passed in an atmosphere of utter silence and calm, with Brent holding Hermosa in his arms through the night. Even though his mind was in turmoil, he tightened his arms as he watched the little bird-like figure in his arms shrink into him. He looked at the sleeping girl in his arms. He thought that after tomorrow, he must take her to see his parents as soon as possible. He didn't want to put off the marriage any longer.

The next day, as usual, Brent prepared breakfast and a glass of hot milk for her and the child. Then he went off to college to attend classes. Since Hermosa's last accident, when she was in hospital, she had moved all her classes back this term. Brent was relieved to see that Hermosa was getting better and better. After planting a kiss on her forehead, he got dressed and closed the door. With the slam of the door, Hermosa, who was already a light sleeper in bed, woke up with a start. The night before, she had been in a nightmare again. She struggled and stru