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.

previous years, Calista would prepare special New Year’s gifts just for him. This

his father’s study. “Dad, haven’t you heard anything from Calista? You’re so close–surely she’s written, even from

Johnson set down his pen and regarded his son wearily. “You’re about to be married, Ken.

figure out my heart clearly now. I don’t love Viola–I love Calista. I have to find her. I need to know she’s okay, that

cigarette. “Don’t worry. Henry’s at the base

with any man near Calista? “Henry’s too young. What does he know

he ushered Ken out. He had received a letter from Calista–one that announced not just her well–being, but her upcoming

modeled her wedding dress for Ken. His expression froze when he saw

behind her ear. “Why are you staring?

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255