A Father’s Quiet Heartbreak: The Night My Son’s Words Changed Everything

The Night Everything Changed

One evening, I decided to surprise my son. I had brought along some dried fish and fruit from our village—simple gifts, but filled with love. I arrived just before dinner, hoping to share a warm meal together.

As I stepped inside, Nam looked up from the table. Instead of smiling, his brow tightened.
“Dad, why didn’t you call before coming?” he said sharply.

The words hit me like a splash of cold water. I stood still for a moment, then tried to smile.
“I just missed you, son,” I said softly. “I caught a ride and came straight here.”

The room fell quiet. My daughter-in-law’s parents chatted cheerfully as she served them dinner. Nam sat down beside them, hardly glancing in my direction. When he finally passed me a small plate, his eyes looked elsewhere.

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