She jerked her head up to see me, startled by the break-in silence.
She studied my face, her eyes skimming my features for comfort and assurance. Her eyes glanced mine, but there was no strength in her trust to hold the gaze for long.
She breathed in, still fighting the short breaths that revealed her vulnerability. When she breathed out, I felt a warm glow within, acknowledging that my peace had touched her.
There was a serenity that started to radiate from her eyes, but there were still shadows that...