Upon realizing who was lying on the couch, a hesitant smile curved her lips. It was comforting to know she wasn't alone in that strange house and that the terror of the nightmare was just a creation of her restless mind.

　　With a sigh of relief, Lily allowed herself to relax a bit, the comforting warmth of the room enveloping her like a familiar embrace. She knew the nightmare could have been just a passing illusion, but the feeling of fear and vulnerability it left behind ...