She nodded, and I led her back up the dock to a gazebo there, where we could sit. I sat across from her, waiting to hear what she had to say. The anger had simmered down some, but I was still unhappy with this turn of events. I had really just wanted to come back and rest.

"First of all, I truly am sorry for what I did. I know it doesn't mean much now, but I do still love you."

I snorted, then responded, "But not enough, huh?"

"I know I screwed up, and will always regret it. I am just going to tell you everything, and hope that...