Emily knew that the party celebrating Lucas's birthday was the perfect opportunity to try to make amends. She had been feeling guilty about the way she had acted towards Lucas since the breakup and was determined to apologize and make things right. She knew it wouldn't be easy, but she was willing to try.

As soon as she arrived at the party, Emily spotted Lucas talking with a group of his colleagues. She took a deep breath and made her way over to him, her heart racing. When she got closer, Lucas looked up and saw her.

"Emily," he said, surprised. "What are you doing here?"

"I came to apologize,"...