Ethan
“Not one second, Sawyer,” I reply instantly, my voice firm.
I lock eyes with her and take a step closer, careful not to invade her personal space.
“Every single word, every single act felt so wrong… I was consumed by shame every time I tormented you. I should have believed you right from the start, Sawyer… But even afterward, I should have heeded my guilty conscience… I should have put a stop to it.”
“Why didn’t you, Ethan? “
“I tried, I really did! After the vile things I said to you at the hotel bar, I kept my distance despite my uncle’s relentless prodding… When I asked you to come to my office, it wasn't to torment you. I was weak, and I just missed you. I wanted to see you. But instead, I ended up causing you more trouble, and you were almost r… God, I blame myself for ever
