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

out a feast of her favorite dishes.

everything else for now. Eat," Jason handed her the utensils, adding, "Someone once told me, no matter what's going on, eating is the most important thing." Sophia managed a weak smile and began to eat, despite feeling a tightness in her chest. She ate slowly,

watched her from across the table, his heart aching as he saw her struggle to hold back tears. Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ

"Clean up, then tell me what happened." Sophia watched him busy in the kitchen, then settled back on the

cup of calming tea, offering it to her,

a bit more at ease as she recounted

expression darkened, his aura turning cold as he

"Jason!"

rushing after him, barefoot, and grabbed his arm,

ready to

turned around, the words spilling out, "Did I

taken aback by

It's my responsibility to look after you. I can't let anyone hurt you like this." He tried

are you afraid of?" Jason's

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