"I..." Yuki tried to speak, but a sharp pain shot through her head. She clutched her temples, fingers digging into her scalp, as though holding herself together.
Memories of her life in the illusionary world began to slip away.
Noticing her distress, Asher reached out and placed a hand on her shoulder to steady her.
The pain slowly faded, replaced by the warmth of his hand.
A sob escaped her chest, tears spilling down her face. She pressed against him, burying her face in his shirt, seeking comfort in his embrace.
"I'm so happy that you're back," she whispered.
He didn't fully understand what Yuki was experiencing, but something in him told him she needed comfort.
Without thinking twice, he wrapped his arms around her, holding her close.
He rested his chin gently on her head, letting her cling to him as her cries softened against his chest.
For a moment, he just sat there, steady and calm, giving her the warmth she needed.
