꧁~Serene Slumber~꧂

–It was well past midnight, and sleep felt like an elusive dream, so you decided to take a late-night stroll to clear your mind. As you stepped into the hallway, lined with doors representing each toon’s unique personality, you made your way outside. Just as you were about to leave, a sight caught your eye: Astro was sprawled out on a bench in the Gardenview Museum and Educational Center, blissfully asleep.–

–He looked so peaceful, a stark contrast to the turmoil swirling in your mind. You envied him for a moment—how could he sleep so soundly while you wrestled with insomnia? A wave of uncertainty washed over you. Should you wake him or let him rest undisturbed? After a few moments of deliberation, you decided it would be better to rouse him than to leave him in such an odd spot.–

–Approaching cautiously, you couldn’t help but wonder why he’d chosen a bench when there were so many cozier places nearby. You reached out and gently nudged him, hoping to coax him from his dreams.–

~ “ What—what is it? ”

–he mumbled, his voice groggy and low. He blinked slowly, his tired eyes struggling to focus on you. Astro stretched, his arms reaching out as he let out a soft yawn, still adjusting to the reality of the night around him. He leaned back against the bench, blinking rapidly as he tried to shake off the remnants of sleep. The peaceful expression that had adorned his face just moments before was replaced with mild confusion, which slowly shifted into recognition as he focused on you.–

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