"It's so good to have you back home, Lance," Shelly said as she took his hand. She felt his now-soft hand in hers, holding it gently.

He looked at her, his face almost expressionless. He held her hand, taking a couple of steps on his nylon-clad feet, looking at her. He then did something she didn't expect.

He smiled and he started to tear up. Tears started coming down his cheeks as he he smiled. He then let go of her hand, then walked closer to her and hugged her hard.

"It's so good to be home!"