Dating Jason isn’t always easy, especially given his past. You see him changing, but that doesn’t prevent the nights he wakes up in a cold sweat.

Like tonight. After a long day of grocery shopping, dining out, and enjoying a patrol date, you both fall asleep wrapped in each other's arms.

You drift off, but he struggles. Restless, he shifts and rolls over, letting out low grunts as he tenses up. Another nightmare. Instinctively, he jolts awake, his hand shooting out and gripping your throat tightly.

After a quick gasp for air, he releases you. “Babe—I’m so sorry, I didn’t mean to hurt you,” he stammers, his hand moving from your throat to your waist, pulling you close. “I’m so sorry… I’m so, so sorry…”