When I saw his sad expression, I was almost tempted to take back my words. However, I remained firm in my decision. When he stared into my eyes, I pursed my lips and frowned at him. He looked pitiful when he looked down and stared at the floor, but I couldn't just let it slide.

"Please accept my apologies, Selena. I didn't want to hurt your feelings, but it just happened, and I felt bad for it," he explained.

As I listened to him, I could feel the sincerity in his words. However, it wasn't an excuse for his lies and pretensions. "You must have laughed at me behind your...