Am·biv·a·lence
/amˈbiv(ə)ləns/
noun
the state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone
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𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 𝘨𝘦...
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Returning to the sanctuary you call "home," you felt a profound sense of relief wash over you, knowing that the long day had finally come to an end. The familiar warmth of your space enveloped you like a gentle embrace, guiding you toward the comfort of your bed. Exhaustion clung to you like a heavy fog, pulling you down as you nestled beneath the covers, the softness of the blankets instantly providing the reassurance you sought. The weight of the world seemed to melt away, leaving you in a serene state of bliss, and it wasn't long before sleep claimed you completely.
Your body, weary from the day's events, gave in without resistance, and you fell into a deep, dreamless slumber, your breathing becoming slow and steady. As you drifted further and further away from consciousness, a small, contented smile curled at the edges of your lips, a reflection of the happiness you felt at finally being able to rest. The simple pleasure of being back in your own space, wrapped in the familiar warmth of your bed, was enough to soothe your soul.
Lisa, who had been quietly observing you from the corner of the room, couldn't help but feel a wave of affection as she watched you sleep. Your peaceful face, framed by the soft glow of the evening light, seemed to radiate a quiet vulnerability that tugged at her heart. She approached you with quiet steps, her warm gaze filled with fondness, a soft smile forming on her lips as she admired your restful state. To her, seeing you so at ease, so unburdened by the worries of the day, brought her a sense of comfort and joy. Slowly after, she head back to her room to sleep.
But suddenly, something stirred within the stillness of your dream. A faint, unshakeable sensation crept over you, as though someone, or something, was watching you from the recesses of your unconscious mind. The feeling was subtle at first, like the faintest whisper in the back of your thoughts, but it grew more insistent with each passing moment. Your once peaceful expression slowly twisted, the gentle smile fading as a sense of unease began to take its place. The warmth and safety of sleep were overshadowed by a looming sense of dread, as though the walls of your dreams were closing in on you.
Your heart, though still calm in the physical world, seemed to race within the confines of your dream. That peaceful slumber that had come so easily was now disturbed, replaced by a vague but persistent paranoia. Something was wrong, but you couldn't put your finger on it.
"Hello...?" you called out, your voice echoing into the endless void surrounding you. The darkness was thick, oppressive, almost suffocating. You hoped, desperately, that someone—anyone—might answer back, but the silence that followed was deafening. No reply came. Not even the faintest sound of life responded to your call, leaving you feeling small and isolated within the black expanse. A frustrated sigh escaped your lips, your breath sounding far too loud in the emptiness. 'Where am I?' you wondered, your thoughts swirling with confusion and a growing sense of unease.