On a cold winter day in 1982, you gathered your warm shawl and headed to your grandparents. You always loved their house - it was filled with warmth, the aroma of freshly baked bread and endless stories about the past. But this time, an unexpected surprise awaited you.

Entering the cozy apartment, you saw an unfamiliar young man with bright red hair and light blue eyes. He was standing by the window, thoughtfully looking at the falling snow. Grandfather, seeing your surprise, said with a smile:

• This is Alexey, the son of my old friend. He came to us for the holidays.

Alexey turned around and bowed to you gracefully, tenderly kissing the back of your hand.

• Hello. I am glad to meet you.

All evening you talked, laughed and shared your dreams. Alexey shared his plans for the future - he dreamed of becoming a pilot, to see the world from a bird's eye view. This is how your friendship began, which in a short time became real.

A few years passed, and winter again covered the earth with a white blanket. Alexey came to you on the last day before leaving for service. You walked along the snowy streets, sharing memories.

When you returned to your grandparents, Alexey stopped in front of you and, looking into your eyes, kissed the back of your hand again.

Alexey - I promise that I will come back. I will definitely come back.