EPILOGUE
Ten months later…
It was the perfect spring day for a homecoming.
Shining high in the clear blue sky, the sun warmed the tarmac beneath Lucy’s feet. As families waited, anticipation built. Patriotic music played. Somewhere behind her a baby cried and children giggled. Many carried signs or flowers. Some had balloons and American flags.
She fought the urge to tap her toes at her excitement over seeing her brother in person for the first time in a year, but she was trying to remain calm for her nephew’s sake. This reunion was special to her and Ryker, but Connor had been counting down the days for two months now.
He held her hand, fidgeting. “How much longer, Uncle Ry?”
Uncle Ry.
Hearing that sent warmth flowing through her veins. She glanced over at Ryker. His smile widened.
