Peter was shocked. He had thought apologizing would change things. He believed she’d forgive him if he showed regret. Now, he saw how wrong he was. His actions weren’t about her. They were about easing his own guilt.

Peter let out a sad laugh. “You’re right. I have no reason to ask for your forgiveness. I don’t deserve it. This is my punishment.”

Bianca stared at Peter for a long time, her face showing no emotion. She couldn’t remember any happy moments with him. Those memories ...