After everyone had their emotional reunions, they eventually went their separate ways.
Adam, his parents, and Joshua headed back home together. Along the way, Adam introduced Joshua to his parents in his usual blunt way. "This guy? He's... something like what people call a friend."
Raphael and Freya exchanged looks before bursting into laughter.
Joshua chuckled too, shaking his head. "Even I don't know what to call you, but if I'm your only friend, I guess that makes you mine too."
Adam smirked but said nothing.
When they stepped into the house, they were met with an unexpected sight—Tatia and Gloria were sitting in the living room, waiting for them.
The moment Raphael saw her, he froze for a split second before speaking. "Mom."
Tatia looked up, her face as unreadable as ever. "You're alive. That's nice."
Her tone was flat, but anyone who truly knew her could see it—the quiet relief in her eyes.
