Haylie Pov
I was dreaming of standing on the edge of a cliff, with Liam in front of me. He was slipping, his hand growing sweaty as I tried desperately to hold onto him, but he slipped further with every second. I fought to keep my grip, but then he slipped from my grasp completely, falling into the void below. I screamed, feeling utterly helpless as I watched him disappear.
I jolted awake, drenched in sweat, my heart racing wildly. My scream echoed in my room as I sat up, disoriented and gasping.
Realizing I was back in my bed, I tried to calm myself, but tears began streaming down my flushed cheeks. Before I could catch my breath, my door flew open, and I heard my Aunt Camelia's voice, filled with alarm. "Haylie, are you okay?"
I quickly wiped my tears, watching her rush to my bedside, concern etched on her face. "I had a nightmare about Liam… I was losing him," I whispered, my voice trembling.
