Rebirth in Darkness

As I lay in the artificial womb, surrounded by the soothing sounds and sensations of a mother's love, I began to feel a sense of detachment from my physical body. My mind, still foggy from the coma, started to clear, and I became aware of Hange's gentle humming. He was singing a soft, melodic song, one that seemed to vibrate through every cell in my body. The heartbeat recording in the background was a steady drumbeat, a reminder of the life-giving rhythm that had sustained me in the womb. I felt my own heartbeat begin to slow, synchronizing with the recording, and with Hange's gentle humming. It was as if my body was remembering the warmth and security of my mother's womb, and was responding to the simulated environment. Hange's hands moved gently over my body, his touch light and soothing. I felt a sense of comfort in his presence, a sense of safety that I had never known before. He was my rock, my shelter, and my haven. As he cared for me, I began to realize the depth of his love and devotion. As the days passed, I started to notice small changes in my body. My pain levels decreased, and I felt a sense of numbness in my legs, which were still wrapped in warm, wet blankets. I knew that Hange had done everything he could to save them, but I also knew that they were gone. The thought was a dull ache, but it was overshadowed by the sense of gratitude I felt towards Hange. One day, as Hange was changing my diaper, I felt a sudden jolt of awareness. I realized that I was wet, and that Hange was cleaning me up. It was a humiliating experience, but with Hange's gentle touch, I felt a sense of trust and security that I had never known before. As he finished up, he looked into my eyes, and I saw a deep love and adoration there. "You are safe, my love," he whispered, his voice low and soothing. "You are loved, and you are cared for. You will heal, and you will grow strong again." As he spoke, I felt a sense of peace wash over me. I knew that I was in good hands, and that Hange would do everything in his power to help me heal. I reached out with my mind, and felt a connection to him, a sense of oneness that I had never experienced before. In that moment, I knew that I was reborn. I was no longer the broken, battered victim of my father's abuse. I was a new person, reborn in darkness, but with a chance to heal, to grow, and to love once more. And Hange, my dragon emperor, was by my side, guiding me through the journey, his love and care the beacon that lit the way. As I lay there, surrounded by the artificial womb, I felt a sense of wonder and awe. I was in a strange, new world, one that was full of unknowns and uncertainties. But with Hange by my side, I knew that I could face anything. I was ready to take the next step, to explore this new world, and to discover the person I was meant to be.