Colt swallowed, Adam's apple bobbing as Nico gazed at him expectantly.
“I f****d up,” he finally sputtered.
Well, it wasn’t the worst start to an apology ever, right? She was staring at him, waiting for more. Colton felt himself starting to sweat. He’d never had stage fright before, but couldn’t help thinking this must be what it feels like. His heart was thudding against his ribcage almost painfully, his mouth dry.
“There’s nothing I regret more in my life than hurting you.” he finally said. “I’m so sorry, Nicolette. I know you ...you probably don’t want to hear it, but I swear leaving you felt like ripping my own heart out.”
“Then why did you…?” Nico said, her voice coming out harsh and low. “I would have gone with you. I’d have followed you anywhere.”
“You would have hated Los Ange
