Chase felt Diana stir slightly as she drifted off to sleep against him. He sighed softly, ensuring Aurora was secure on his back before carefully lifting Diana into his arms. With steady steps, he carried her to her room, gently laying her down on the bed. She shifted slightly but didn't wake, her breathing steady and calm.
After a moment's hesitation, Chase lay down beside her, pulling her close to prevent her from waking abruptly. He sighed again, glancing at the peacefully sleeping Aurora still clinging to him. Both Diana and Aurora were unusually clingy, but he didn't mind as much as he thought he would. His thoughts wandered to why Aurora could only sleep when perched on his back. Did it make her feel safe, or was it something else entirely? Either way, it didn't really matter anymore.
