Chapter 216

Elyana took a deep breath, trying to steady herself. “I used to think your grandpa didn’t love me anymore. He only called when he needed something from me… usually about your dad. And I let that grow inside me. I complained, I kept my distance… and I never tried to understand how he felt.” Her voice cracked again, and a tear slipped down her cheek. “But now I know… he missed me. So much. He waited for me… and I didn’t go to him. I thought I had more time.” She swallowed hard. “But I didn’t. And now I can’t even say goodbye…” She pulled Joxan into her arms again. “I don’t want that for you, my love. I want you to live a peaceful life. No regrets. No what-ifs.” Joxan hugged her back tighter. His small hand rubbed her back gently, and for a long time, neither of them said a word. They just stayed there, mother and son, wrapped in each other’s warmth, quietly holding the pain together. It was already past one in the morning when Daimon finally returned home. He was exhausted body aching, h