Donning her nightgown, Sabrina switched off the lights, joining Jennie on the bed.

Almost instantly, Jennie, with her chubby body, nestled close to Sabrina.

Snuggling comfortably, Sabrina wrapped her arms around the child.

Jennie nestled her head against Sabrina's chest, rubbing affectionately like a kitten, and commented, “Aunt Sabrina, you smell so good."

With a soft smile, Sabrina stroked Jennie's back, whispering, "Sleep tight. If you want to pee, let me know.”

"Alright."

Having skipped her afternoon nap, she swiftly drifted into slumber.

Sabrina also gradually fell asleep.

In her sleep, vivid dreams took form.

She envisioned herself in a hospital, a baby placed beside her. It was apparent the child was hers.

Gazing at the baby in the bed with a gentle smile, she said softly,

“Starting today, Little one, your name is Ellen.”

Within the dream, she cradled and rocked the baby.

Suddenly, the baby vanished from her embrace.

A chill gripped Sabrina, waking her from her dream-filled sleep. The room was dimly lit.

It dawned on her that it was merely a dream.

She stretched her hand to the phone on the nightstand and checked the time. It was just five o'clock in the morning.

Peering at the peacefully slumbering Jennie, Sabrina playfully tapped her tiny cheek, a smile forming on her lips.

Maybe it was Jennie who stirred up her longing for children deep inside, causing her to have such a dream.

The mere thought of distancing herself from Jennie weighed heavily on her conscience.