Couple

He watched her intently, wide awake. She would toss and turn from nightmares, but he didn't care, as long as he was next to her.

Her hair was wrapped up in a low ponytail. A piece of loose hair hung near her face.

He gently tucked it behind her ear. She flinched, her head on his chest. He sighed, knowing the nightmares would go on.

A tear fell down her cheek, and he wiped it away, shaking her shoulder slightly.

She awoke, confused. He kissed her head, taking her hand in his.

"You had another nightmare."

"I'm fine."

"You were crying."

He looked into her guarded eyes. His hand rubbing hers.

She frowned, looking down.

"You died."

His eyes widened, voice calm.

"How?"

"I-I watched you burn."

He pulled her into a hug, rubbing her back.

"They're just nightmares though. I'll never die on you."

"I know."