That evening, after a terrifying nightmare, I awoke extremely frightened. I was scared because I didn't know if it was merely a dream from my past or a genuine prophetic vision. I still believe that things will end well, and that I'll be able to spend more mornings and nights by his side.
His serene face and the sound of his breathing gave me a sense of comfort, yet also a pang of worry. As soon as I woke up, I felt as if I were having a heart attack, overwhelmed by the fear that the nightmare had stirred up in me, reminding me of the time I left for Wallachia.
Struggling to breathe, I tried to get up and go outside, but this stirred Cesare, who became visibly alarmed, especially after realizing my state. He tried to calm me, but nothing he said could ease my mind. I noticed he still wore the talisman I had given him around his neck, but even that couldn't soothe me.
