Nyx's POV
I woke up to the sound of Kieran's gentle voice, his words soft and soothing. "Nyx, wake up. It's okay, I'm here."
I slowly opened my eyes, taking in my surroundings. We were in our bedroom, the curtains drawn and the room dimly lit. I could feel Kieran's warmth beside me, his arm wrapped around me.
I didn't feel scared. Not exactly. It was more like... withdrawn. Like I had retreated into my shell and didn't know how to come out. The kidnapping had shaken me, but it was more than that. It was the feeling of being vulnerable, of being at the mercy of others.
Kieran seemed to sense my emotions, his eyes filled with concern as he looked at me. "Hey, it's okay," he said, his voice gentle. "You're safe now. I'm here."
I nodded, feeling a lump form in my throat. Kieran pulled me
