Coraline stared at where the key had fallen. Looking up at the sound of her name being called, Coraline picked up Jeremiah and her torchlight. Pulling the covers back Coraline padded over to Adam's bed.

"Can I sleep with you?" Coraline asked, quietly trying to contain the large sob that wanted to force itself out of her. She could still feel her fingers tight around her throat. "Please?"