— Why is he here?

Without a second thought, Claire lifted her gown and rushed to the door. She wrapped him in a warm embrace.

— I know those eyes, she whispered.

— And I remember how you made me feel… like I mattered, he answered softly with a smile.

Just then, twelve U.S. soldiers in full dress uniform entered the church. Their commander saluted Claire and said:

— We are here to honor a woman who quietly cared for a hero.

He pointed to the man: