A Marine Is Greeted by a Surprise as He Returns to Reunite with His Wife

A Long, Painful Goodbye

Initially, Daugherty had to complete that particular slot of his term for 5 months before he could return home. However, his term got extended later on, as per the requirements of his mission. This was indeed a surprise, but what he saw upon his return was way more unexpected. Was it really worth waiting for it this much?