Chapter 106: The Weight of the Shield (Part 2)
Bram stepped through the doorway of the Stonehelm Ovens. The little bell chimed loudly in the quiet shop.
His mother dropped her broom. Her tired eyes instantly lit up with absolute unconditional love.
"Oh Bram! You are back!" she cried out happily.
She ran out from behind the counter and threw her arms around his waist. Bram froze for a split second. He remembered the terrifying physical density of his new Titan body.
He was incredibly careful. He slowly wrapped his massive arms around her shoulders and returned the hug with absolute gentleness.
A heavy curtain pushed open near the backroom. Mr. Stonehelm stepped out wiping his floury hands on a towel. He saw his giant son and a bright smile broke across his face.
"What is this?" Mr. Stonehelm joked warmly.
"No hug for the old man?"
He walked over and joined the embrace. For a long moment, Bram just stood there in the quiet bakery. He closed his eyes.
