I stand motionless for what seems like forever in front of the one man I have ever allowed to see me naked. Even though my body quivers with trauma, I brazenly allow his gaze to feast upon my body, which I despise admiring. This body has endured various horrors, but it has never let me down. She is unattractive, damaged, and strong. Nonetheless, I feel indebted to her for not failing me. I watch as his jaw ticks, his hands curl and uncurl at his sides, turning his knuckle’s a ghostly shade of white and his icy blue eyes don't look away. His facial expression is impassive, “I-” He starts and finishes at the same time. I dip my head, swaying on my feet as I emotionally and mentally start to feel drained. He lunges forward, “I've got you, amore mio.” He whispers roughly as he catch

