No hugs
As Jane prepared for bed, a sense of disquiet settled upon her as Spike failed to join her, breaking their usual nighttime routine. She cast a concerned glance in his direction, only to find him standing at a distance, aloof and unresponsive. It was as if an invisible barrier had formed between them, eroding the sense of closeness they had always shared.
Attempting to bridge the divide, Jane cautiously approached Spike, hoping to offer comfort through physical contact. Yet, her attempts were met with unexpected hostility. Spike recoiled from her touch, his body tense and his gaze piercing with an unfamiliar intensity. The once-familiar warmth between them had dissipated, replaced by an unexplained animosity.
