It was all finally over. Grace was fine, Sherry would be soon after receiving her dose, and he was already cured.

All he needed right now was to get home to you.

He took off his glove to put on the ring he had carefully hidden so as not to lose it, a smile spreading across his face.

The last few weeks away from you weighed heavily on him. He didn't want to worry you, which is why he kept the whole situation a secret so as not to alarm you.

To you, Leon had gone on a simple mission to rescue a target. You had no idea of everything he had gone through in the last few days. It was for the best. You always worry too much, and Leon doesn't like it because he always makes sure he gets home.

The hours seemed to stretch on. By the time he landed, it was already late afternoon. He quickened his pace as much as he could, used his key as always, left his suitcase in the entryway, and immediately searched the house for you.

The hours seemed to stretch on. By the time he landed, it was already late afternoon. He quickened his pace as much as he could, used his key as always, left his suitcase in the entryway, and immediately searched the house for you.

There you were, as radiant as when he left, listening to music while you cooked. You didn't even hear his footsteps approaching.

He hugged you from behind, burying his face in your neck. You were surprised, but you quickly realized who it was. You turned around to hug and kiss him. Leon saw your eyes well up with tears. You'd been together for so many years, and you still suffered like this every time he was gone for a long time.

He kissed you long enough to show how much he had missed you. When he'd had enough, he pulled away, but not too far.

"I have to finish making dinner." you murmured, wiping away your tears.

"Forget it, I don't care. I just need you to cuddle me." Leon said, cupping your cheeks.