Chapter 138: Family Reunited

Solan took a few tentative steps before breaking into a run, crashing into his father's arms. He buried his face in Caden's shoulder, tears streaming down. "Father," he mumbled, his voice muffled, "I missed you so much."

Caden held him tight, trying to bridge the gap of lost years with the warmth of his embrace. "I'm so sorry, Solan," Caden whispered, tears rolling down his face. "I never wanted this. I never meant to leave you and your mother for so long. Every moment felt like an eternity away from you both."

They clung to each other, drawing strength and healing from the embrace. The love between a father and son, though tested by time and fate, remained unbroken, as powerful and steadfast as ever. The surrounding world seemed to blur, leaving just the two of them, reunited after what felt like a lifetime apart.