Haruma stood frozen in place, his eyes wide and his mouth slightly agape as he stared at her in disbelief.
Across the lounge, his mother looked back at him, her eyes glistening with overwhelming emotion, her trembling smile struggling to contain everything she was feeling.
Then suddenly, the calm atmosphere shattered as all the other players rushed toward their families all at once, erupting the lounge into a whirlwind of emotional reunions. Hugs were exchanged, laughter broke out, and excited voices filled the air as parents and children embraced after weeks and months of sacrifice.
Amid the chaos of joy surrounding him, Haruma remained rooted to the spot, his eyes never leaving his mother. Then quickly bringing his emotions under control Haruma rushed toward his mother.
At the same time, she moved toward him, opening her arms wide.
Haruma wrapped her in a warm embrace, and she immediately held him tightly in return.
