I could not breathe...
"When you hugged me that day, all my fury dissipated. At that moment, I knew, I would rather die than hurt you. And so I kept your little secret a secret. And anyway, your actions are completely justified. I deserve every bit of your hate. And I deserve the punishment you have set out for me," Leo muttered.
No. No...no....
"I am so sorry," I whispered, unable to meet his eyes. "I am really very very sorry..." What else could I say? It wasn't like I didn't have anything on me. There was so much that I wanted to say to him that I was completely blank. I had no idea how to articulate what I was feeling. Surprising me, Leonardo gently wrapped his fingers around my chin and tilted my face up.
"If anyone should say sorry, it ought to be me," he said softly. "I am so
