Chapter 90

Just then, the door to his bedroom burst open, and his son Alan came barreling in. The little boy’s face was lit up with excitement, his eyes sparkling with the pure joy only children can muster. Alan leapt onto the bed, landing with a soft thud beside Braylon.

"Daddy, come play with me!" Alan exclaimed, tugging at his father's arm. "You promised!"

Braylon couldn't help but chuckle at his son’s enthusiasm. His worries about Eryx began to fade as he looked at Alan. "Alright, alright," Braylon said, nodding and smiling. He scooped Alan into his arms carefully, lifting him off the bed. "Let's go play."

Alan cheered as Braylon carried him out of the bedroom and into the living room. They settled onto the floor, surrounded by Alan's toys. Alan grabbed his favourite toy car and handed another to Braylon.

"Daddy, let’s race!" Alan declared, already lining up his car on an imaginary track.

Braylon smiled and positioned his car next to Alan's. "Ready, set, go!" he shouted, pushing his car forw