CLINT

The moment the words slipped out of my mouth, a wave of regret crashed over me. My eyes remained fixed on Keira's face, and I watched as she froze up, her face twisting into a mixture of hurt, pain and everything in between.

"Fuck," I cursed as I ran my hands through my hair.

Keira scoffed as her eyes trailed to the floor. I swallowed, my hands reaching out to grab her arm, attempting to pull her to my side. Keira recoiled instantly, taking a step back as her eyes shot me ...