Unexpected Comfort

Her eyes curved like tiny crescents as she broke into a delighted smile. Then she practically launched herself at Aria.

"Aria, babe, come here. I need a hug. Your little sweetheart is dying and needs to recharge," she whined playfully as she wrapped her arms around Aria and nuzzled into her shoulder.

Aria had no choice but to return the hug. Beatrix's clingy sweetness was something she could never