Aria
“I’m so glad you’re awake,” Jace said, gently squeezing my hand. Tears streamed down his face. “I’m so sorry, Aria. I’m so sorry for not believing you.”
“It’s okay,” I whispered, making my voice sound weak and forgiving.
“It’s not okay!” Jace sobbed, completely breaking down. “I caused you pain. I’m the reason you’re here in this hospital bed. If only...”
His voice cracked. “If only I had believed you that day, you wouldn’t be stuck here. You wouldn’t have fallen into a coma. This is all my fault.”
I slowly reached out my hand and ran my fingers through his hair. “I forgive you, Jace.”
“Really?” His eyes lit up with hope, like a child being given a second chance. “You really forgive me?”
“Yes, I do,” I said softly, touching his face. Jace leaned into my touch like a puppy despe
