You are mine. Mine.

Warmth

I took a minute to breathe in the fumes of the air. The sadness mixed into the pit of my stomach alongside the fear.

My pulse ran cold, I began to shiver as I crouched low and brought my knees closer together.

He sat next to me, allowing his body heat to radiate off him and towards me.

The warmth wrapped around my tiny frame, making me feel safe. I let my body relax.

I felt so many things at that point.

Safe.

Cherished.

Wanted.

Loved.