Chapter 66. Feelings

Ayla POV

I woke up scared, my body was aching, but it was unlike anything I'd ever felt, I could feel my heart beating, but it was heavier, more intense.

Then I feel two arms holding me and I focus my gaze, trying to understand what's happening, and part of me panics.

"Ayla! Take a deep breath." I heard Soren's voice and blinked a few times, seeing his face for the first time.

I start to do as he asks and my breathing slows down, as does the weight on my body, and a wave of relief takes over.

"That's it, little by little... It's me, Soren." His voice is softer, more melodious. Something I've noticed he always uses when he wants to calm me down.

"What happened?" I asked without understanding anything.

"Your energy started to change from the moment you were with Strïth." Soren started stroking my hair, and I realized we were sitting on the bed. "I've closed the loop... You've been asleep for two days now, my little one." Soren placed a gentle