Chapter 32 - Ryan’s Revelation
As dinner wound down and coffee was poured around the table, Ryan cleared his throat softly, tapping his spoon against his glass to grab everyone's attention.
"Before we finish tonight," Ryan began, his voice warm and steady, "I wanted to share some news with everyone—and especially with you, Nora."
I looked up from my coffee cup, raising an eyebrow inquiringly. "What is it, Commander?"
"I received my official promotion orders today," Ryan smiled proudly, exchanging a loving glance with Lily. "I’m transferring to active staff duty right here at the San Diego naval headquarters. And..." He paused, his expression turning deeply sincere as he looked directly at me. "The Fleet Commander offered me a position as part of your core strategic planning staff."
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A genuine wave of pride washed over me. "That’s outstanding news, Ryan. Your surface warfare record speaks for itself. I'd be honored to have you on my tactical team."
Lily beamed, reaching across the table to squeeze her husband's hand, while Mom smiled broadly, raising her coffee mug in a silent toast. The distance that once separated my military life from my family had entirely vanished, replaced by an integrated world where honor, duty, and familial warmth stood side by side.
