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Inside was a letter, written in colorful crayon:

“Hello, Uncle Slava!

My name is Artem. I’m 2 years and 3 months old.

Mommy says you saved me. I don’t remember, but she says you’re a hero.

I like soup and drawing cars.

Thank you!

Love,

Artem and Mommy.”

Also enclosed was a drawing—an adorably crooked car, a stick figure with a big square head, a yellow sun, and the word “SAVIOR” scribbled on top.

Slavik sat down at his kitchen table, holding the drawing with gentle hands.

A warm smile crept across his face, one that hadn’t been there in a long time.

He pinned the letter to his refrigerator, poured himself a cup of tea, and exhaled deeply. For the first time in ages, his heart felt just a little lighter.