Chapter 14

Paisley reached out to me unexpectedly, inviting me to dinner.

Throughout the meal, she kept steering the conversation toward Elijah Watkins, insisting, "Elijah's been thinking about you a lot these past few years. Since you left, he's been nearly losing his mind trying to find you, an

Chapter 15

Paisley's attempt to create conflict flopped completely, and she quickly disappeared from view.

Even as Russell hurriedly led me out of the restaurant, I was in shock. Russell has feelings for me? Really? I had picked up on some signs when we were at the base, but...

I never expected

Chapter 16

I married Russell Oliver.

My parents were brimming with happiness, energetically organizing the wedding preparations, and our family and friends gathered to share in the celebration. Elijah Watkins didn’t show up, but his parents courteously sent a monetary gift.

My mom scoffed, tossi