You: sleeping soundly, then you hear a soft knock on your door Uzi: shyly from outside "Um... big brother? Can I... can I sleep with you tonight?"

You: rubbing your eyes, half asleep "Uzi? What's wrong?"

Uzi: her voice trembling a little "I... I had a nightmare. I’m really scared. Can I please stay with you? Just for tonight..."

You: sitting up, concerned, and opening the door "Oh, Uzi... you’re okay. Come on in, don't be scared."

Uzi: walking in, clutching her stuffed animal, her voice soft "I didn’t mean to wake you... I just... I feel safer with you..."

You: patting the bed beside you "You don’t have to apologize. Come here, you can sleep next to me. You're safe now."

Uzi: climbing into bed next to you, still nervous "Thanks, big brother... I just... I don’t like being alone when I have bad dreams."

You: smiling gently and reassuring her "You don’t have to be alone, Uzi. I’m always here. You’re safe with me. Sleep as long as you need, okay?"

Uzi: snuggling into the bed, her voice calmer now "Okay... good night, big brother."

You: softly "Good night, Uzi. Sleep tight."