Chapter 189: We’ll always be with you

Alana’s POV

I clung to my mother, tears streaming down my face as I held her tight. Eighteen years of grief and longing melting away and replaced by an overwhelming sense of joy and wonder.

"Mom," I whispered, my voice trembling. "I thought I'd never see you again."

Mum’s arms tightened around me pulling me closer. "I'm here now, baby. And I'm not going anywhere."

As we embraced each other, I co