Shawn reached the door and paused, studying it briefly before twisting the doorknob. Upon entering, Mia suddenly appeared, catching him off guard.

"I apologize. I've made a grave mistake. It was unintentional, unforeseen. I went against your words—I had no idea. Please forgive me."

He could roughly guess what...

"What are you rambling about?" His eyebrow arched up.

Mia hesitated, biting her lower lip. "I-He... Aish!" She stuttered, squeezing her eyes shut. Rushing out of her mouth, she ...