…for those who dared to disrupt the sanctity of a soldier’s honor. “You won’t face this alone,” he said. “Not now, not ever again.”
As the MPs reached the front, Linda’s smug expression faltered. She glanced around, realizing she was no longer in control. The audience, initially frozen in shock, began to murmur disapprovingly. Someone shouted, “Enough!” and others nodded in agreement. The tide was turning.
General Hayes straightened, turning to address the crowd. “This soldier,” he announced, his voice booming with authority, “has served her country with valor and courage. She has earned her place of honor here today.” He paused, letting his words sink in. “And no one, no matter who they are, has the right to take that from her.”
