Romantic Story #5

Helen and her father run a country inn, but have fallen into depression after the death of Helen’s brother Jerry in the war, and that of her mother shortly afterwards. Hiker Rod arrives and despite Helen’s refusal to become emotionally involved, they eventually fall in love. Her father also responds and they spruce up the inn and resume their lives. Rod admits he was Jerry’s war buddy, and had promised to help his family: Rod and Helen will marry.