The universe sat on the edge of his bed, his hands clasped tightly in his lap. His mind was a whirlwind of thoughts, his heart heavy with worry. It had been a week since Nana had vanished without a trace, and no one in the city could find her. Despite the search parties and the endless questions, there was no sign of her, and the universe felt the weight of her absence like a physical ache in his chest.
Each day that passed without news only deepened his anxiety. Sometimes, his mind would wander to dark places, imagining all the terrible things that could have happened to her. But his heart, stubborn and hopeful, refused to believe she was gone for good. It whispered to him, urging him to hold on, to have faith that she would return. Yet, the sleepless nights and the constant worry were taking their toll. The universe hadn't slept in three days, and now, exhaustion was finally overtaking him. His eyes drooped, and before he knew it, he had slipped into a deep, dreamless sleep.
