FreeGoodNovelChapter 15
Just as Calista stumbled, a strong arm reached out to steady her. “Watch out!”
“Thanks” She stopped mid-sentence, her eyes widening. “Henry? What are you doing here?”
Seeing a familiar people in such an unexpected place sent a wave of comfort through her. Henry's expression
remained unreadable as he replied, “I saw you earlier, in the car. Never thought you'd devote to the research.”
As Ken's best friend, Henry was well aware of the complicated history between them.
“It's good to see you,” Calista said, forcing a small smile before jogging to catch up with her group. Henry
watched her fade into the crowd, a faint smile playing on his face. “Good to see you too,” he murmured.
That evening, the base leaders hosted a welcparty. Laughter and music filled the air, driving away the
winter's chill. Calista joined in, clapping and singing, momentarily forgetting that this was her first New Year's
Eve away from home-and away from Ken, who was probably celebrating with Viola.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtShe slipped outside for sfresh air. Wandering toward the back mountain, she caught the sound of a hushed
voice.
“Henry, | really like you. I'm decent-looking and a good person. We'll be here for the next ten years-why not give
us
a chance?”
Calista froze, instinctively holding her breath. Henry had always drawn attention with his striking looks: tall, with
sharp features that contrasted with Ken's softer charm.
She turned to leave, not wanting to intrude, but Henry's response stopped her in her tracks.
“I appreciate it, but I'm sorry. My heart already belongs to someone.”
Curiosity flared within her. Growing up, she had never seen Henry show interest in anyone.
The woman's voice wavered with disbelief. “You don’t have to make up stories if you're not interested. Even if
there is someone, we're all stuck here...”
“She’s here,” Henry cut in.
“What?”
“The woman | love is at this base,” he said, his voice softening. “I lost my chance before, but this time, | won't let
her
go.”
Confusion knitted Calista’s Brow. Was Henry really in love with someone here? She made a mental note to ask
him
later.
As she stepped back quietly, a twig snapped under her foot. She winced, but the pair seemed too absorbed in
their conversation to notice. The woman's voice grew tearful, though the words faded into the night as Calista
retreated,
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