Giulia

The night was quiet and dark when I was awakened by an overwhelming nightmare. The disturbing images of my father's grave invaded my thoughts, bringing to light all the repressed emotions I had kept for so long. My heart beat wildly as I struggled to catch my breath, feeling lost and vulnerable.

Before I could completely process what was happening, I felt a gentle hand touch my shoulder. I looked up and saw Bernardo's worried face, with his eyes full of compassion and empathy. He sat next to me, wrapping me with a comforting hug.

"Giulia, I'm here with you. You're not alone," he whispered softly.

His words were a balm for my anguished soul. He understood the weight I carried in relation to the loss of my father, and his reassuring presence was exactly what I needed in that moment of despair.

As the tears rolled down my face, I allowed myself to collapse into Bernardo's arms. He held me firmly, offering comfort and safety. His simple presence was a reminder that I didn't have to face m