Alia's life is unpredictable, chronic illness, constant exhaustion, and a quiet need to hold herself together on the hardest days. When everything becomes too much, she turns to small comforts, soft routines, and moments of regression that help her feel safe again. Marcus spends most of his time on the basketball court, but with her, he's steady, patient, and gentle in all the ways that matter. He notices the quiet things, stays through the hard ones, and never makes her feel like she has to face anything alone. In a world that often feels overwhelming, Alia begins to learn that being cared for can be soft, safe... and maybe even something she deserves.
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