As he slips into a coma, Lieutenant Leonardo Sanchez begins reminiscing about his life. He remembers the school shooting, the day his father died, his best friend and comrade in arms- Mark, and Valerie- the love of his life. A young teacher Valerie Watson and Leo are desperately in love but one more tour might be just too many for her. The two must fight between absence and true love while he fights for his country overseas. But what happens when the enemy strikes home? Now Leo must make the hard choice between savoring the taste of revenge and forgiveness.