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Within 20 minutes, Lena heard the sound of footsteps outside her room. The door swung open, and a familiar face rushed in, tears of joy streaming down their cheeks.

Rachel

looked at her her tears screamed her worries enveloping her in a tight hug.*

Lena (fl)

Lena smiled, feeling a mix of relief and happiness. "I'm okay, Rach. Just a few bruises and scratches."

Rachel

Rachel held her at arm's length, inspecting her injuries*

Lena collapsed onto the bed, exhaustion etched on her face. "Rachel, tell me what's changed in my absence over the past two years," she asked, her curiosity piqued.

Rachel's expression turned stern, her brow furrowed in concern.

Rachel

You robotic woman, take a breath, at least! You've just been discharged from the hospital, not to mention waking up from a two-year slumber. Give your body a break, for goodness' sake!"

Lena (fl)

Lena chuckled, feeling a bit more at ease. "Sorry, Rach. I guess I'm just eager to catch up."

Rachel

Rachel's expression softened, and she smiled warmly. "I get it. But seriously, take it slow, okay? You've been asleep for two years. Your body needs time to recover."

Lena (fl)

Lena nodded, feeling a wave of fatigue wash over her. "You're right. Sorry."

Rachel

Rachel climbed onto the bed beside her, wrapping her in a warm, comforting hug. "No need to apologize, sleepyhead. I'm just glad you're back."

_Rachel & Lena: A Bond of Unwavering Devotion_ Rachel is more than just a friend to Lena; she is her entire world. Both orphans, they have found solace in each other's company since childhood. From the moment Lena gained consciousness, Rachel has been by her side, a constant presence that Lena has grown to trust implicitly. In fact, Lena trusts Rachel more than she trusts herself, and cares about her more deeply than she cares about her vast empire, built through sweat, blood, and tears.

Their bond is far from one-sided. Rachel, too, loves and cares for Lena with every fiber of her being. A year younger than Lena, Rachel has always taken on a nurturing role, caring for Lena like a devoted guardian. While Lena works tirelessly, pouring her heart and soul into building her empire, Rachel is the one who tends to Lena's emotional and personal needs. These two kindred spirits have only each other to rely on - as family, as guardians, and as their entire world.

Lena (fl)

Lena's eyes locked onto Rachel's, and she felt a surge of emotion. "Rach, I don't know what I'd do without you," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.

Rachel

Rachel's face softened, and she wrapped her arms around Lena. "You'll never have to find out, Len," she replied, holding her close.

As they hugged, Lena felt a weight lift off her shoulders. She realized that she didn't have to carry the burden alone; Rachel was there to share it with her.

Lena felt a sense of peace wash over her, and she let out a deep sigh. Rachel's warmth and comfort enveloped her, and she felt her eyelids growing heavy. Before she knew it, she had drifted off to sleep, surrounded by Rachel's gentle presence.

Rachel smiled softly, watching Lena sleep. She gently brushed a strand of hair out of Lena's face, her eyes filled with love and adoration.

As they hugged, Lena felt a weight lift off her shoulders. She realized that she didn't have to carry the burden alone; Rachel was there to share it with her.

Lena slept peacefully, surrounded by Rachel's loving care. Rachel sat beside her, watching over her with a gentle smile. The soft rise and fall of Lena's chest was a soothing balm to Rachel's frazzled nerves. As the hours passed, Lena's sleep grew deeper, her body healing from the ordeal. Rachel's eyes never left her face, her love and devotion shining brightly.