“I have no other excuse again, Anya. I'm really sorry”. Lucian apologised once more. His heart was pounding like a drum as he awaited Anya's reply.

  “I- I-”. 

  Lucian curiously looked at Anya, who was trying to say something. 

  “I forgive you, Lucian. You can get up now”. Anya said to him. This was a tough decision for her.

  Lucian's eyes widened in shock. Even though he eagerly hoped that Anya would forgive him, it was still surprising to him ...