Seven Years of Love Seven Minutes of Truth

Chapter 24

Henry sighed. "Ken, I'm not lying to you. Look, our wedding photo is right there on the wall."

He added, "It's a fact, plain and simple."

Calista spoke up calmly. "What Henry said is true. I love satellite research, and I love him too."

Ken stared at the framed photograph in shock before turning to face the couple.

Suddenly, he raised his fist and slammed it violently into Henry's face. “Henry, you bastard! I treated you as my best friend, and you married my girl."

Ken's roar startled Calista, who cried out, "Henry!"

Wiping blood from the corner of his mouth, Henry gestured reassuringly to Calista. "It's alright, love. Don't be

afraid."

for keeping this from you. But if you try anything else,

had the advantage of height and strength. In a real

liked Calista, but

knew she admired you, but you still planned to marry

I can pretend none of this ever happened. As long as you're willing, we can go back to the way things were. Can

to being your sister in

women?"

her anger, Ken rushed to explain."Calista, that's not what I meant at all. I was a coward before. I didn't understand my own heart, and I mistook you for a sister. That's why I resented your affection. I thought if I kept that sibling boundary, we could salvage our relationship. But then I realized you're the only woman I've

loved."

marriage has everyone's blessing. I hope you can find it in your heart to be happy for me." Ken's eyes reflected his pain. "Calista,

before responding. "He's not a lier. He loves and respects me. When

tried to argue further, but Henry cut him off. "Ken, you told me ages ago that

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