Chapter 27 Vera Was Preparing Supper For Eric

• Eric woke up and found himself drenched in sweat, his heart still heavy with the pain of losing Eileen. The emotions from his dream felt overwhelming—sadness, depression, and heartbreak engulfed him, leaving him breathless. He could not believe that a mere dream could evoke such intense feelings, especially with the unexpected twist of Eileen's death and his own heartbroken demise alongside hers. It all seemed too absurd to be real.
• "Eric, you're awake!" Vera's gentle voice brought him back to reality.
• Glancing at the clock on the wall, Eric realized it was already afternoon and it was getting dark outside. How long did he sleep?