Alethea

I can't believe this!

Joy erupts in my chest as I watch my little boy rushing toward me, his voice rings out in excitement.

"Mummy!"

I catch him just in time, lifting him into my arms as he clings to me. His small body melts into mine, and I breathe him in, the familiar scent of my baby calming me in an instant.

"Declan," I whisper. "I've missed you so much, my baby boy."

His tiny hands cup my face, and he beams at me, his bright eyes shining with love.

"Mummy, I have missed you sooo much!" he draws out the last word, as his little voice stretches...