Sophia
Eric wrapped his arms around me so tightly that I gasped for air. I felt his strong embrace as he held me close, unwilling to let me go.
Finally, he released his grip and scanned me up and down, his eyes searching for any signs of injury.
When he couldn't find anything physically wrong with me, he let out a sigh of relief and pulled me into another hug, this time much more gentle and tender than the first.
I could feel his affection and concern for me in his embrace, filling me with comfort and security.
Eric stepped back from me but kept his hands on my shoulders. His voice was filled with concern as he spoke.
"Sophia, I was apprehensive about you. You called me late last night saying that you received a threatening message, but when I tried to reach you this morning, you
