In a world torn by war, Millor, a devoted soldier, promises his wife Clara he’ll return home. But when he vanishes in action, Clara clings to hope, preserving his memory through decades of unwavering faith. Spanning 50 years, this poignant story weaves love, loss, and resilience as Clara’s unyielding wait becomes a testament to devotion. Through haunting letters, a silver locket, and an apple tree symbolizing enduring hope, their bond transcends time. Perfect for fans of historical romance and emotional sagas, this 4,000-word masterpiece captures the raw power of love that refuses to fade—even in the face of death. A timeless ode to loyalty, sacrifice, and the human spirit’s unbreakable will to believe. Ideal for readers craving tears, triumph, and a love story that echoes beyond the grave.
Letters arrived like clockwork, inked in Millor's hurried script.
"Dearest Clara,
The French countryside is greener than I imagined. I keep thinking how you'd love the wildflowers…
P.S. Don't let Mrs. Higgins overdue her mysteries again."
She replied with stories of home: the bakery's new cherry pie, the stray dog she'd named Sergeant, the baby blanket she'd begun knitting. "Come home by spring," she wrote, "and we'll plant that apple tree you promised."
But by 1944, his letters grew sparse. The last one arrived on a Tuesday, smudged and trembling in her hands:
"Clara -
The nights here are cold. I wear your locket under my uniform. If anything happens… know I loved you more than life.
