Chapter 263. Asher

Kaden

My chest tightened with a mix of worry and excitement, and my hands started to tremble. I was overwhelmed, feeling like my whole body had gone numb as we got closer to my son.

What if Asher wouldn’t recognize me as his dad?

What if he didn’t like living in Manhattan and preferred the peaceful life here in Canada?

What if?

Oh, man! I was so grateful Candice was there holding my hand. Her presence was a huge comfort.

“Baby!” Candice called out, letting go of my hand as she dashed toward Asher, leaving me standing there.

“Mommy!” Asher’s face lit up with joy as he wriggled free from Lincoln’s grip and ran to Candice, who opened her arms wide to embrace him. “Mommy, you’re here!”

“Yes, sweetheart…” Candice showered him with kisses all over his face, making him burst into laughter. “Just like I promised…”

“You promised to bring Daddy with you when you come back…” he said, pouting. “Where is he, Mommy?”