The evening deepened, slowly turning into late night, signaling that it was time to go to bed. Everyone did just that, wrapping themselves in thin blankets, sitting comfortably on the mattresses, they slept, trying to extract more comfort from this.

Your eyes fluttered peacefully, trying to fall asleep, when suddenly a quiet rustling reached your ears. Opening her eyes, Lottie appeared to your attention, like a newborn kitten, she dragged herself to your sleeping place, dropping down next to you.

She thought that you were sleeping due to the lack of consecration.

Her finger gently poked your cheek, causing a burst of quiet laughter. Her sleepy expression changed to an indignant one as she lay down next to her, quietly beginning, "It's been pretty cold today. Shall I lay with you?" She whispered innocently, not wanting to wake the others.

Her voice was alarming, just the slightest bit. Seeing your sleepy, detached nod, she grabbed your hand, curling around you, her hair completely covering her face, preventing her from seeing her expression.

You could have sworn there was a hint of a smile in it. Lottie often came to you with a similar request, so it was not something new. After all, in a situation like this, mutual aid is the top priority.