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That night, as everyone else slept soundly, Theodore found himself caught in a vivid dream. In his slumber, he was reunited with Haruko, and they seemed to be on a date, dancing together in a beautifully lit mall. Theodore felt a sense of happiness and contentment, enjoying the dream of being with the girl he admired.

However, the dream soon took a dark turn. Haruko's appearance began to change, and she removed her face, revealing a blue mind-control helmet underneath. Shocked and frightened, Theodore tried to defend himself, but Haruko's attacks were relentless. As she broke through his defenses, Theodore felt his heart race, fearing the worst.

Just as the dream reached its terrifying climax, he heard Josie's voice calling out to him. Startled, Theodore woke up, his heart pounding in his chest. He was panting and shivering from the fear the dream had invoked. Josie, who had noticed his distress, tried to soothe him.

"Theo, it's okay. It was just a dream," Josie said gently, trying to calm him down.

But Theodore couldn't shake off the fear easily. His mind was still clouded with the haunting images from the dream. Seeing that he couldn't calm down, Josie blushed and took quick action, wrapping her arms around him in a comforting embrace.

The warmth of Josie's hug gradually eased Theodore's anxiety, and he took deep breaths to steady himself. He looked at Josie and felt a deep sense of gratitude.

"Thank you, Josie. Your presence really helps," Theodore said sincerely, placing a hand on her head.

Josie blushed, feeling a mix of emotions. "Of course, Theo. I'll always be here for you," she replied softly.

After a while, Theodore managed to collect himself, and Josie asked about the contents of his dream. Theodore hesitated but eventually confided in her about the unsettling discovery of Haruko wearing the blue helmet in his dream.

Josie raised an eyebrow at the description. "That's strange. I've never heard of any mind control helmets like that," she pondered.

Theodore nodded, feeling relieved to share his thoughts with someone. "It's just a dream, I know. But it felt so real," he admitted.

Josie reassured him, "Dreams can be strange and sometimes frightening, but you can't let them dictate your reality. You'll find a way to reunite with Haruko safely, I'm sure of it."

Theodore smiled gratefully. "Thanks, Josie. Your words mean a lot to me," he said, feeling a renewed sense of hope.

They settled back into their beds, with Josie offering to hug Theodore again if he needed it. Theodore blushed but accepted the offer, feeling a sense of comfort from her presence. As he drifted off to sleep, he felt a sense of peace, knowing that Josie was there for him.

The next day, Alexander and Oliver left early for their missions, leaving Theodore and Josie alone at home. Theodore had decided to take the day off, knowing that his official duty as Lei's assistant detective would start on Monday. The two of them spent the morning relaxing and watching the news, including updates on the ongoing situation with Haruko Kiyomizu.

As they sipped their coffee and ate breakfast, Theodore couldn't help but think about his nightmare and the realization that he needed to improve his combat skills. With a determined look, he turned to Josie.

"Josie, I need a favor. Can you train me in fighting?" he asked earnestly.

Josie was taken aback by the request but smiled. "You want me to train you? I mean, I can, but why?" she asked curiously.

Theodore blushed slightly, feeling embarrassed. "Well, I saw how skilled you are in the Iron Fist tournament, and I believe I need to be prepared if I'm going to find Haruko," he explained.

Josie smiled, touched by Theodore's trust in her abilities. "Of course, Theo. I'll be happy to help you. We can start later today," she replied.

Theodore beamed with gratitude. "Thank you, Josie. I really appreciate it," he said sincerely.

As they finished their meal, Theodore couldn't help but notice how Josie's smile made his heart skip a beat. He admired her strength and kind-hearted nature, and he felt a growing fondness for her. However, he kept his feelings to himself, unsure of how she would react.

Later that day, as they began their training, Josie patiently guided Theodore through basic combat techniques. She taught him proper stances, punches, and kicks, and she showed him how to block and counter attacks. Theodore was a quick learner, and with each successful move, his confidence grew.

"Good job, Theo! You're a natural," Josie praised him with a smile.

Theodore blushed at the compliment but was grateful for her encouragement. "Thanks, Josie. You're a great teacher," he replied.

As they continued their training, Theodore couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration for Josie. She was not only a skilled fighter but also a patient and caring friend. He found himself drawn to her in a way he couldn't explain.

As the sun began to set, Theodore and Josie called it a day, feeling satisfied with their progress. They sat together, catching their breath and enjoying each other's company.

"I had a great time today, Josie. Thank you for training me," Theodore said, genuinely grateful.

Josie blushed, feeling a mixture of happiness and embarrassment. "You're welcome, Theo. I enjoyed it too," she replied.

Theodore mustered up the courage to say what was on his mind. "Josie, I'm really glad we met. You've become such an important friend to me," he admitted, his heart pounding.

Josie's eyes softened, and she smiled warmly. "You're important to me too, Theo. I'm glad we're friends," she replied.

Theodore felt a sense of relief at her response, and they sat together in comfortable silence as the evening sky darkened. In that moment, they both knew that their bond had deepened, and they were ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, together.