Kevin stepped inside tentatively and Mrs. Garcia immediately pulled him into a tight embrace. They held each other for a long moment, both crying tears of joy. Kevin clung to her, burying his face in her shoulder. The emotional reunion brought tears to Natalie’s eyes. Over dinner, Mrs. Garcia shared stories about Winston and details of Kevin’s early childhood before the adoption.
Kevin listened intently, marveling at the uncanny ways he was similar to Winston. He was amazed to find parts of himself in these family stories. Natalie could see Kevin’s sense of belonging growing. This reunion healed a wound in all their hearts.