Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Calista , what brings you here today ? While she hesitated , Henry pulled her inside .
Its freezing out here lets talk inside .
He poured her a cup of hot tea as she sat down .
Henry … I think we should keep our distance from now on .
Henry froze mid motion .
Without looking up , he asked quietly , Why ? Something in his tone made Calistas heart clench .
There are rumors , she took a deep breath , about us dating .
Henrys head snapped up , his expression wounded .
You dont want to date me ? Caught off guard by his response , Calista rushed to explain .
No , its not that .
I … I overheard you saying you have feelings for someone .
I dont want these rumors causing problems for you .
After all- she gave a bitter laugh , back home , the rumors about Ken and me went on so long they made me believe impossible things .
It gets messy .
Pain flickered in Henrys eyes at Kens name , but he understood her concerns .
Calista , he cut in , my feelings for you have nothing to do with Ken .
She stared at him , startled .
What ? Still dripping from his shower , Henry gripped her hands tightly .
Calista, youre the one Ive always loved .
Marry me .
Her heart thundered in her chest .
Never had she imagined Henry harbored feelings for her .
His family rivaled Uncle Johnsons in influence .
Since childhood , hed been exceptional the dream of countless women in their city .
Yet here he sat , carefully sharing years of hidden feelings .
Ive loved you since we were kids , he said , his voice tinged with a quiet sadness .
But Ken was always there to protect you , and you can only notice him .
No matter how hard I tried , I knew Id never reach your heart .
18:46 Backup Girl No More : Adios To My V Card and My First Love 828 % Chapter 17 Calista remembered suddenly the bruise on Kens face when she first woke up .
Henry laughed sadly .
I told myself if you two loved each other , I had to step aside , regardless my feelings .
Thats why I agreed to join the research base .
His eyes met hers .
Then fate played its cruel joke .
Ken chose Viola , and somehow I found you here again .
He took her hand .
This time , I wont let go .
Please , marry me ? Calista sat stunned .
Henrys confession left her reeling .
As she tried to process his words , he produced a gold ring adorned with roses .
The gesture touched something deep within her .

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