In a forgotten corner of the world — where even the wind dared not blow and the earth seemed to have slept for centuries — a man wandered aimlessly. His boots crunched over ancient leaves as the sun slowly sank into the horizon. That was when he saw it: a colossal tree, as old as time itself, its roots embracing what seemed to be the very heart of the planet. Beneath its shadow, wrapped in a worn cloth, lay a baby — as if fate itself had guided the man there to find him.
—"By all the heavens!"—the man exclaimed, falling to his knees.—"What is a little one doing in such a desolate place? You know... I think destiny has led me to you."
He looked into the child's eyes. An ancient, almost sacred light shimmered within that innocent gaze.
—"I'll call you..."
Years later...
—"Adonis!"—called the father as he finished packing.—"This year I want to do something special for you. I know I missed your fourth birthday... so this time you're coming with me! We're going to Greece."
The boy, with silver hair and curious eyes, nodded with a serious pout.
—"But this better be the last time you leave on a trip when my birthday's near. Just this once, I'll let it slide."
The father burst out laughing.
—"How you've grown, my little scolder! I promise, Adonis."
The journey took them to a remote corner of Greece. A team of archaeologists had discovered mysterious ruins belonging to a supposed ancient civilization. While his father prepared to assist, Adonis began to grow bored.
—"This again... You said we'd spend time together. I won't believe you next time! Silly Dad!"
The boy ran off, but his father caught up with a smile.
—"Easy there, son. I won't leave you alone this time. I want to show you how amazing my work is. Let's go together!"
Soon they reached a nearby cave. The archaeologists, playing along with the father's plan, pretended to search for old relics while he prepared a surprise.
—"Happy belated birthday, Adonis,"—said the father as a group of researchers surrounded him with smiles.
Adonis blushed.
—"Thanks... but don't forget again."
As they laughed, a streak of light crossed the sky.
—"Look, Dad! A shooting star just fell nearby!"
—"Really? I didn't see it. Let's go check it out."
One of the researchers interrupted, showing the father a fossil.
—"Sir, look at this—it might be from a new dinosaur species..."
—"It's okay, Dad, go with them. Since it's close, I'll go see what fell first, alright?"
—"Alright, Adonis. But if you see anything strange, come straight back, okay?"
—"Got it!"
The boy ran uphill, leaping over rocks and roots. Minutes later, when his father caught up, he found him scratched, his clothes torn, and an awestruck look frozen on his face. In his arms, he held something that gleamed...