He Wasn’t My Son—But We Believed / Chapter 7: Homecoming for a Liar
He Wasn’t My Son—But We Believed

He Wasn’t My Son—But We Believed

Author: Paula Rodriguez

Chapter 7: Homecoming for a Liar

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He packed his bags, heart pounding. America was just a plane ride away.

It was his last chance to turn back. He stood at the airport, ticket in hand, weighing his options.

He could still slip away—change his identity, vanish. It was tempting.

But if he went to America, there’d be no turning back. The risk was huge.

He imagined the reunions, the awkward silences, the questions. The danger was real.

But he longed for the life his sister described. Family dinners, holidays, laughter. He wanted it.

He missed warmth, belonging. Maybe this was his chance.

He listened to his sister’s promises, hope flickering. He didn’t want to give up.

So, once again, he risked everything for a shot at a better life.

He boarded the plane, heart pounding, ready for whatever came next.

It’s just America, right? He grinned. How hard could it be?

I’ll go! He settled in, watching the world shrink beneath the clouds. A new life waited on the other side.

But after landing, nerves returned. Every face looked suspicious. Every question felt like a trap.

He felt like a toad in a red robe—fine from afar, but up close, not so much.

What if Nate’s mother saw through him? He braced for the worst.

He’d rehearsed his story, heart pounding.

But Nate’s mother, Beverly, was even more enthusiastic than the sister. She ran in, arms wide, tears streaming. Louis barely had time to react before she pulled him into a crushing hug.

She sobbed into his shoulder, holding him tight. Louis stood frozen.

She hugged him so hard he could barely breathe. For a moment, he let himself believe it.

He felt a strange warmth, a sense of belonging he hadn’t felt in years.

When she learned about his amnesia, she cried harder, blaming herself. Louis mumbled reassurances, guilt gnawing at him.

She promised to help him remember, to love him no matter what.

“Sweetheart, don’t worry, you’ll remember everything in time.” Her voice was soft, comforting.

Just like that, he began his new life as Nate. He settled into the Brooks’ home, surrounded by warmth. For the first time, he belonged.

He hoped there’d be no more trouble, that he could live peacefully as Nate. He knew the truth would catch up, but for now, he was content. Here, sometimes even the wildest dreams come true—if you’re bold enough to chase them.

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