Haunted Reflections

Valerie’s POV

“The baby isn’t breathing…” A voice echoed, distant but sharp, slicing through the darkness.

“It’s a still baby!” Another voice followed, colder, final.

No.

No, no, no—

I woke up with a gasp, my chest heaving as my body shot upright. My hands clutched at the sheets, damp with sweat.

Tears spilt down my cheeks before I could stop them.

I pressed a hand against my mouth, shaking.

Breat