Time seemed to stretch into eternity before the doorbell rang. She made her way to the door, opening it to find a familiar figure that made her heart skip a beat.

Jason stood there, wrapped in a long coat, a chill emanating from him as if he carried the winter breeze on his shoulders. His deep-set eyes were hidden behind glasses, his demeanor unreadable yet carrying a hint of concern and restraint.

Tears welled up in Sophia's eyes as she choked out, "What are you doing here?"

Stepping inside, Jason held up a thermos, "Have you eaten anything?"

"Just a little."

"Go wash your face, then come and eat," Jason said, heading toward the dining area.

"I just washed my face," Sophia replied, following him.

"Go wash it again, and no more tears!" Jason insisted with gentle firmness.

went

time she returned, Jason had laid out a feast of her favorite dishes. The comforting smell of the food seemed to soothe

her the utensils, adding, "Someone once told me, no matter what's going on, eating is the most important thing." Sophia managed a

saw her struggle to hold back tears. Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ (F)indNƟvᴇl.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to

handed her a tissue and took the dishes to the kitchen. His voice was soft but firm, "Clean up, then tell me what happened." Sophia watched him busy

tea,

felt a bit more at ease

cold as

"Jason!"

barefoot, and grabbed his arm, "Please

knew he was ready to confront the source

I

froze, taken aback by the intensity

aren't here. It's my responsibility to look after you. I can't let anyone hurt you like this." He tried to leave, but Sophia clung to

afraid of?" Jason's gaze was icy,

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