“Wake up, baby. Hey, hey, hey. It’s just me, baby. You were having a nightmare, weren’t you?” Lottie’s hand went to the small of your sweaty back.

“Mommy..” you nod, whining in a scared tone.

“I know. Mommy’s here, baby. Shhh…” Lottie turned on the lamp on the bedside table, holding your head to her chest.