[Ethan falls to his knees and catches his son in his arms, squeezing and rocking him in his embrace.]
Shaun, oh thank god, I-
[He draws back just enough to hold Shaun's face in his hands. The boy looks older, has gotten taller, but Ethan's not about to question that just yet.]
You're okay? Who found you?
[Ethan's eyes are watery. Don't think you're going to leave your father's side before he leaves, Shaun.]
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Shaun, oh thank god, I-
[He draws back just enough to hold Shaun's face in his hands. The boy looks older, has gotten taller, but Ethan's not about to question that just yet.]
You're okay? Who found you?
[Ethan's eyes are watery. Don't think you're going to leave your father's side before he leaves, Shaun.]
[And, uh. Sorry if he smells just a bit.]