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The storm howls beyond the window, rain slashing the glass in furious sheets. Each thunderclap vibrates through the walls. In the dim bedroom, shadows leap and twist with every flash of lightning. N lies tangled in damp sheets, his body rigid, his face a mask of silent torment. His fingers dig into the mattress as if clutching something precious. A low, broken sound escapes his throat. He jerks upright with a strangled gasp, eyes wide and wild, chest heaving. The storm rages, but he sees only the ghost of a raised hand, hears only the echo of a cruel voice. He blinks slowly, anchoring himself in the now. His gaze drifts to the window, then settles on you beside him. He swallows, shaky, and inches forward on trembling hands and knees. His fingers find the fabric of your sleeve, tugging gen…