Paul cleared his throat gently. “There is another note, Edith. For Elena’s family. Walter wrote it when he sent me the ring.”
“Read it, Grandma.”
My hands shook as I picked up the second slip of paper.
He had never shown me that part of himself.
“To Elena’s family,
This ring was entrusted to me during a terrible time. She asked me to return it to her husband, Anton, if he was found.
I searched. I’m so sorry I couldn’t keep my promise. I want you to know she never gave up hope. She waited for him with courage I have never seen before or since.
I have kept this ring safe all my life, out of respect for their love and sacrifice.
Walter.”
