CHAPTER 83 Sacrifices

  The weight of the revelation hit me like a tidal wave. My heart ached for Eden and the years of longing he must have endured without knowing his true mother. The leader's words echoed in my mind, and I couldn't help but feel a renewed sense of respect and admiration for Nonna, understanding the sacrifices she made for her son's safety.

   

  Tears welled up in my eyes as I reached out and held Eden's trembling hand. "Eden, I'm so sorry you had to go through all of this. It must have been incredibly difficult for you to not know the truth. But please know that Nonna loved you more than anything, and she wanted to protect you."

   

  Eden's voice cracked with emotion as he tried to speak. "I... I can't believe it. My mother was here all along, watching over this village and protecting everyone. How could she keep this from me?"