Chapter 18

These past days with Henry had brought her unexpected happiness. He was truly dependable, and working together at the base meant they could support each other.

Finally, through tears, Calista nodded. “Yes, Henry. I will.”

Meanwhile, in H City, wedding preparations bustled through the Johnson household. Only Ken remained miserable.

His father’s friends tried to tease him out of his mood. “Ken, you’re getting married! Why the long face?”

To outsiders, he had it all–a beautiful, talented doctor for a bride, a perfect match. But only Ken knew that the woman he truly wanted to marry was somewhere beyond his reach.

special New Year’s gifts just for him. This year brought only emptiness.

you heard anything from Calista? You’re so close–surely she’s written, even

pen and regarded his son wearily. “You’re about to be married, Ken. It’s inappropriate

clearly now. I don’t love Viola–I love Calista. I have

drag from his cigarette. “Don’t worry.

feel comfortable with any

out. He had received a letter from Calista–one that announced not

modeled her wedding dress for Ken. His expression

for admiration, she smiled shyly, tucking her hair behind

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