His arms slowly travelled towards her waist as he
embraced her from the back. She could feel his breath along hers
as he rested his chin atop his shoulder.
"I'm sorry," he whispered.
Emmie only sat there quietly. It looked like there was
still a hint of hope in her eyes but it was too dim to see.
"I'm sorry that I did something stupid," he added,
tightening his hug around her body. "I'm sorry that I chose to act
like that because I realized you are too young for me," he
continued. "You deserve someone better and I'm sure... I'll be
able to find a suitable woman for me."
Upon hearing his breaking words, she stiffened in place.
She already knew what was coming yet she was still foolish
enough to believe in such a blinding small light.
Her lips automatically curled into
