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can't stop thinking about waking up in the middle of the night from a bad dream just to feel your lovers arms wrapped firmly around you, cradling you as you sleep. the contentment on their face as they hold you tight is enough to start relaxing you and you snuggle in closer. the movement stirs them a little and they pull you in tighter, their arms wrapping around you like a vice now. they try their best to protect you, to ward off all the negativity or harm intended your way, but they know they can only do so much when it's your own mind playing tricks on you. so they tuck your head against their chest, your cheek pressed directly above where their heartbeat begins to thrum melodically in your ear - the soothing rhythm reminding you that they're there with you. eventually, it's the reassurance and the soft coos of their gentle loving that eases you back into your slumber, all whilst remaining in the safe haven of their embrace.