An Unexpected Connection

Bonus 2 - nightmare

One night, Raihan had a nightmare. He woke up in a cold sweat, his heart racing, and his breaths coming in short gasps. He sat up in bed, trying to calm down, but the panic attack was already taking over.
Alejandro, who had been sleeping beside him, woke up to the sound of Raihan's heavy breathing. He sat up as well, and when he saw Raihan's distress, he immediately wrapped his arms around him.

"It's okay, mi amor. You're safe. I'm right here," Alejandro whispered, holding Raihan close to him. He rubbed Raihan's back in soothing circles and kissed his forehead, trying to calm him down.

Raihan leaned into Alejandro's embrace, feeling comforted by the warmth and safety of his arms. He closed his eyes and focused on the sound of Alejandro's heartbeat, trying to regulate his own breathing.
After a few minutes, Raihan's panic attack subsided, and he started to feel drowsy. He lay back down on the bed, with Alejandro still holding him. Alejandro continued to stroke Raihan's hair and whisper words of comfort to him.

Eventually, Raihan drifted off to sleep, feeling safe and loved in Alejandro's arms. Alejandro stayed awake for a little while longer, watching over Raihan, and marveling at the unexpected connection that had brought them together.
From that night on, whenever Raihan had a nightmare or a panic attack, Alejandro was there for him. They slept in each other's arms, their bodies entwined, and their hearts connected. They knew that they had each other's back, no matter what challenges lay ahead.