Time passed, second by second. The room was utterly silent, save for the sound of their gentle breathing.
With Su Yaoyao by his side, soothed by her spiritual power, the deep furrow in Pani's brow gradually smoothed out, and his breathing became a little steadier.
Pani slowly opened his eyes. The first thing he saw was Su Yaoyao's face, fast asleep. He hadn't even realized when she'd drifted off.
'She must have been too tired and hadn't slept well last night.'
Su Yaoyao's hand was still resting on his rabbit ear. Even in her dreams, the spiritual power that soothed him continued to flow out, like an instinct, a form of protection offered without a second thought.
She was still comforting him, even in her sleep. An indescribable warmth flooded Pani's heart.
He gently took Su Yaoyao's hand and placed it against his cheek, nuzzling it affectionately. The warmth seeped deep into his heart.
